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IND • Power Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Brown will get the starting nod in place of Jalen Slawson, who will come off the bench after playing 27 minutes as a starter on Sunday. Brown started the two games prior and wasn’t productive enough to be worth streaming against New York.
Source: Indiana Pacers
IND • Center and Power Forward • #25
about 1 month ago
Potter played just five minutes in Sunday’s loss to the Bucks. He didn’t have much fantasy relevance heading into Tuesday’s matchup against the Knicks, but that could change Wednesday against the Trail Blazers as the Pacers are in the midst of a back-to-back.
IND • Shooting Guard • #26
about 1 month ago
Sheppard and Jackson are both available for Tuesday’s game against the Knicks after being listed as questionable with various injuries. Neither seem to carry much fantasy relevance heading into this matchup given the other players that are available for the Pacers. With Indiana also playing against the Trail Blazers on Wednesday, that could change as the team is likely give some players ahead of them on the depth chart the night off.
IND • Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Toppin and Ivica Zubac were both questionable, but with both active Tuesday against the Knicks expect Toppin to come off the bench behind Zubac. McConnell, on the other hand, will likely start again with Andrew Nembhard (calf) sidelined.
IND • Small Forward • #23
about 1 month ago
Nesmith had 32 points in Sunday’s loss to the Bucks. While he was on the injury report again with ankle injury management, he’s available for Tuesday’s game against the Knicks. Nesmith should have another opportunity for a big game with the Pacers missing some players on the first night of a back-to-back.
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Nembhard also missed Sunday’s loss to the Bucks with T.J. McConnell entering the starting lineup. The 26-year-old small forward will miss another game with a calf injury, but could be available Wednesday against the Trail Blazers as the Pacers stagger their players’ availability during a back-to-back set of games.
IND • Center • #40
about 1 month ago
Zubac is available despite initially being listed as questionable with an ankle injury. The 28-year-old center could get Wednesday’s game against the Trail Blazers off with the Pacers playing a back-to-back.
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 1 month ago
Siakam has missed the last four games with a knee injury and was initially listed as doubtful for Tuesday’s game against the Knicks, so his absence isn’t a surprise. Kobe Brown could emerge as a streaming option with Siakam sidelined.
IND • Center and Power Forward • #25
about 1 month ago
While the latter did not play in Sunday’s loss to the Bucks, the former played five minutes off the bench. Fantasy relevance for Sheppard and Potter depends on the availability of other players, and neither has done enough to be trusted in most fantasy leagues. With the Pacers playing on Tuesday and Wednesday, there may be an opportunity to play extended minutes on one of those nights.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Center • #40
about 1 month ago
Tuesday’s game is the first of two in as many nights for the Pacers, so there are likely to be some absences either against the Knicks or the Trail Blazers. Zubac and Toppin were available for Sunday’s loss to the Bucks, with the former starting and the latter coming off the bench.
Source: Khobi Price
IND • Small Forward • #23
about 1 month ago
Nesmith and Jackson were available for Sunday’s loss to the Bucks, with the latter initially being ruled out before being cleared. Nesmith went off for 32 points in Milwaukee, a welcome outburst from a player who has struggled for most of this season. With the Pacers also playing on Wednesday, there’s likely to be some absences from the rotation for both games.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Tuesday’s game is the first of two in as many nights for the Pacers, who host the Trail Blazers on Wednesday. Given how Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle approached Friday’s loss to the Knicks, this may be the game where the rotation is as close to complete as it can be. McConnell started Sunday’s loss to the Bucks, as Nembhard was sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 1 month ago
Siakam has missed Indiana’s last four games, and the unfortunate streak is likely to hit five on Tuesday. Depending on who’s available, Kobe Brown and Jalen Slawson could see their opportunities increase, with the latter having started Sunday’s loss to the Bucks. Of the two, Brown is the safer streaming option.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Monk has missed Sacramento’s last three games with a sore right ankle. His absence has factored into Daeqwon Plowden playing more minutes off the bench, but he is not worth the risk as a streamer.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
about 1 month ago
Westbrook is back after sitting out Sunday’s win over the Jazz, which was Sacramento’s second game in as many nights. His return will push Killian Hayes to the bench, which eliminates most of the recent signing’s fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Point Guard • #22
about 1 month ago
Carter’s continued absence does not significantly affect fantasy basketball, especially with Russell Westbrook removed from the injury report. Killian Hayes will take on the backup point guard minutes, and he has deep-league streaming potential when the Kings don’t have Carter or Westbrook.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #
about 1 month ago
While he did not offer much scoring and did not record any defensive stats, Raynaud provided good value in the rebounds category. Given how well he shot the ball in Saturday’s win over the Clippers, going 11-of-12 from the field, one could argue that the rookie was bound to cool down. Since the All-Star break, only Precious Achiuwa has been more valuable in fantasy basketball amongst Kings, regardless of league format.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Achiuwa continues to shine in Sacramento, as he recorded his second consecutive 20-point double-double on Sunday. Since the All-Star break, the Kings’ forward has provided top-50 value in eight- and nine-cat formats. As long as Achiuwa is playing starters’ minutes, he needs to be rostered in 12-team leagues for the rest of the season.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Power Forward • #10
about 1 month ago
Unsurprisingly, the Jazz had no answer defensively for DeRozan, who made consistent trips to the foul line on Sunday. The veteran wing recorded season-highs in free throws made (18) and attempted (21) while also shooting over 50 percent from the field. Add in the assists and steals, and this was an excellent end to Week 20 for managers who have DeRozan on their rosters. The Kings play three games in Week 21, beginning with the Spurs on Tuesday.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #15
about 1 month ago
Eubanks most recently played 15 minutes in a March 11 loss to the Hornets, and the left thumb has been an issue for most of this season. A fracture suffered in December limited the veteran backup to six appearances over a two-plus-month stretch, and a torn ulnar collateral ligament suffered recently required surgery. While the Kings have not yet provided an official timeline, Eubanks is unlikely to return in time to add value to fantasy rosters.
Source: James Ham
SAC • • #
about 1 month ago
With Russell Westbrook (foot) sitting out Sunday’s game, Hayes will make his first start since agreeing to a standard, two-year contract earlier Sunday. While he still can’t be trusted fully in fantasy leagues, the point guard should play enough on Sunday to merit consideration from fantasy managers in dire need of an active player for the final game of Week 20.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Small Forward • #23
about 1 month ago
Nesmith has mostly had a season to forget for the Pacers. He’s not in the top-200 in per game value this season, but the 26-year-old shooting guard went off against the Bucks on Sunday. Nesmith went 7-of-10 from behind the three-point line. Unfortunately games like this have been few and far between this year and thus he’s not a recommended addition in standard leagues.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #15
about 1 month ago
Eubanks is set to miss another game with a sore left thumb. Dylan Cardwell played 13 minutes off the bench in Eubanks’ absence Saturday against the Clippers, but had no points to go with six rebounds.
SAC • Point Guard • #22
about 1 month ago
Carter will miss a third straight game as he continues to recover from a calf injury. With Russell Westbrook also out, the Kings will likely turn to Killian Hayes to run the point. Hayes has not been the most reliable option in fantasy leagues, but those in dire need of assists may consider adding him ahead of the final game of Week 20.
Source: NBA Injury
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Monk is set to miss his third consecutive game with right ankle soreness. Daeqwon Plowden has played at least 30 minutes in both of Monk’s previous absences, making him an option for managers in deeper formats.
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
about 1 month ago
Westbrook hasn’t been playing back-to-back games since the All-Star break, so it’s no surprise the 37-year-old point guard was ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Jazz. Killian Hayes recently signed a two-year deal with the Kings and stands to benefit the most from Westbrook’s absence.
IND • Point Guard • #29
about 1 month ago
Initially announced as out for Sunday’s game, Jackson has been upgraded to available. He’s coming off the bench, which limits the guard’s fantasy value. However, there will be more minutes available to Jackson, as the Pacers won’t have Andrew Nembhard.
Source: Indiana Pacers
IND • Point Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
The Pacers are once again down multiple starters, including Andrew Nembhard and Pascal Siakam. McConnell and Slawson move into the starting lineup, with the offering the higher fantasy ceiling despite a likely minutes restriction.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Point Guard • #29
about 1 month ago
Jackson will miss a second straight game as he deals with a calf injury. His absence does not significantly affect fantasy basketball, especially with Aaron Nesmith available.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
IND • Small Forward • #23
about 1 month ago
Nesmith and Zubac will be part of the Pacers’ starting lineup on Sunday, while McConnell and Toppin are likely to come off the bench. While Nesmith and Zubac played starters’ minutes in Friday’s loss to the Knicks, that is not guaranteed to be the case against the Bucks.
Source: Tony East
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 1 month ago
Siakam will miss a fourth straight game, while Nembhard and Sheppard won’t play after seeing action in Friday’s loss to the Knicks. Kobe Brown is likely to remain in the starting lineup, while there may be a start in the cards for Kam Jones due to Nembhard’s absence.
Source: Tony East
SAC • • #
about 1 month ago
While it’s unknown whether the 2026-27 season of Hayes’ new deal is guaranteed, at the very least, he will be able to finish out the season with the Kings. His opportunities for the rest of this season will likely depend on Russell Westbrook’s availability. When the veteran point guard is available, Hayes has an extremely limited fantasy ceiling.
Source: Shams Charania
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
about 1 month ago
Westbrook finished Saturday’s triple-double with the 209th of his NBA career, but fantasy managers took a hit in the percentages. Since the All-Star break, the veteran point guard has shot 41.4 percent, limiting his category league value. While Westbrook has provided seventh-round value during this stretch, it would be much better if he were more accurate shooting the basketball. With Westbrook not playing both games of a back-to-back since before the All-Star break, he should be considered questionable for Sunday’s game against the Jazz.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Raynaud did not record any defensive stats in Saturday’s victory, but the points and field-goal percentage were excellent. The rookie center missed just one shot, rebounding nicely from a four-point effort in Wednesday’s loss to the Hornets. Since the All-Star break, Raynaud has provided fifth-round value in eight-cat formats. The Kings play once more in Week 20, as they host the Jazz on Sunday in what could be an excellent matchup for Raynaud.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Achiuwa continues to shine during the silly season, and he has been an excellent option for category league managers. Since the All-Star break, the Kings’ forward has provided third-round value in eight-cat formats. Rostered in 36 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Achiuwa is worth adding in 12-team leagues, especially with the Kings hosting the Jazz on Sunday in their final game of Week 20.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Power Forward • #10
about 1 month ago
Sacramento had a field day offensively, especially its top three scorers. DeRozan, Precious Achiuwa and Maxime Raynaud shot a combined 32-of-40 from the field, scoring 75 points. DeRozan led the way with his 27-point effort, and fantasy managers also received solid value in the assist category. As long as the Kings continue to play him starters’ minutes, the veteran wing will be a valuable option, especially in points leagues. The Kings play three games in Week 21, starting with the Spurs on Tuesday.
IND • Center • #40
about 1 month ago
Zubac and Toppin were in the rotation for Friday’s loss to the Knicks, playing 29 and 16 minutes, respectively. If the former doesn’t play, that would open the door for Jay Huff to start. However, Huff is not a lock to provide reliable fantasy value, as his minutes have been limited when he starts.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 1 month ago
Siakam has missed the Pacers’ last three games, and it appears likely that he’ll miss a fourth on Sunday. Kobe Brown entered the starting lineup for Friday’s loss to the Knicks, and he could remain in that role against the Bucks. Brown would be worth streaming as a starter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Shooting Guard • #26
about 1 month ago
Sheppard, who played 21 minutes off the bench in Friday’s loss to the Knicks, has not been productive enough to affect fantasy basketball this season, even when he gets the occasional start. Kobe Brown is not on the injury report, and he should figure prominently in the rotation on Sunday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Nembhard and Nesmith played in Friday’s loss to the Knicks, logging 32 and 34 minutes, respectively. Nembhard’s availability may affect Kam Jones, who was a DNP-CD on Friday. As for Nesmith, Kobe Brown and Ben Sheppard could pick up additional minutes in his absence, but Sheppard is also questionable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard • #29
about 1 month ago
While McConnell played 20 minutes off the bench in Friday’s loss to the Knicks, Jackson was out with a calf injury. How this all affects fantasy basketball depends on Andrew Nembhard’s (calf) availability, as he is also questionable for Sunday’s game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Monk will miss a second straight game with a sore right ankle. For Wednesday’s loss ot the Hornets, Daeqwon Plowden played 30 minutes off the bench, and he may be in line for a similar workload against the Clippers. At best, Plowden is worth a look in extremely deep redraft leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Power Forward and Small Forward • #13
about 2 months ago
Murray aggravated his sprained left ankle during a February 25 game against the Rockets and has not played since. With the update provided by the Kings on Friday, he’s unlikely to be an impact option for fantasy managers again this season. Nique Clifford is as close to a must-add as a player can be going into the silly season, and Precious Achiuwa is also worth a long look in 12-team leagues. Daeqwon Plowden has cracked the rotation, but Clifford and Achiuwa should be the priorities of fantasy managers.
Source: James Ham
IND • Center • #40
about 2 months ago
There was some surprise regarding the Pacers’ decision to play Zubac and Andrew Nembhard (8/5/7/2) in both games of their back-to-back. And while head coach Rick Carlisle said that they would be under minutes restrictions, the tandem played 29 and 32 minutes, respectively. Zubac had a decent night, recording a complete stat line. Regarding the minutes, the rivalry between the franchises may have been a factor. That’s something to be mindful of next week, as Tuesday’s rematch is the first game of a back-to-back for Indiana.
IND • Power Forward • #5
about 2 months ago
While his offense has been hit-or-miss, Walker has made strides in terms of his overall production since the All-Star break. He’s been a top-100 player in eight-cat formats since the break, doing enough to merit being rostered in 14-team leagues. As long as he’s healthy, Walker is one of the Pacers players whose minutes should be relatively safe for the rest of the season. The Pacers end Week 20 with a game against the Bucks on Sunday.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #15
about 2 months ago
Eubanks will sit out Saturday’s game due to a sore left thumb. His absence frees up playing time for Dylan Cardwell, who is available to make his return from a sprained ankle that sidelined him for nearly a month.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Point Guard • #22
about 2 months ago
Considered questionable for Saturday’s game following Friday’s practice, Carter is now out. His absence means more rotation minutes for Killian Hayes, who is likely to serve as Russell Westbrook’s primary backup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Center • #
about 2 months ago
Cardwell, who has been out since spraining his ankle during one of the Kings’ first practices out of the All-Star break, practiced on Friday. Now absent from the injury report, he’ll be available on Saturday. While it may not happen immediately due to a possible minutes limit, Cardwell can be valuable during the silly season for managers needing rebounding and defensive stats.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #21
about 2 months ago
Nesmith is back for Friday’s game after sitting out Thursday’s loss to the Suns. As a result of his return, Ethan Thompson is not only out of the starting five but inactive due to his status as a two-way contract player. Also, Nembhard and Zubac will once again have their minutes limited.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Point Guard • #29
about 2 months ago
Jackson’s absence won’t significantly affect fantasy basketball, as Andrew Nembhard, T.J. McConnell and Kam Jones are available. With Nembhard and McConnell under minutes restrictions, Jones may be the player whose workload increases with Jackson out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 2 months ago
Siakam remains out for another game as he continues to deal with a knee injury. Obi Toppin is available, and he may get to make a spot start as a result. Siakam’s absence also affects Jarace Walker, who has been a starter even when Spicy P is available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Small Forward • #23
about 2 months ago
Nesmith and McConnell are back after sitting out Thursday’s loss to the Suns. The latter’s playing time may be limited, as it has been for most of this season due to persistent hamstring issues. As for Nesmith, while his playing time should not take a significant hit, he’s struggled for most of this season.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
SAC • Center • #
about 2 months ago
Cardwell sprained his ankle in mid-February, and he was given a four-week re-evaluation timeline on February 18. His return to practice means Cardwell could be back in action soon, and fantasy managers willing to take a speculative risk should add him off the waiver wire and stash him in an IL spot.
Source: James Ham
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
about 2 months ago
Westy will return following Wednesday’s absence, and he should handle his usual workload. Malik Monk (ankle) and Devin Carter (calf) are both questionable, which should mean more run for Nique Clifford and Killian Hayes. Sacramento plays a Saturday-Sunday back-to-back set, so it wouldn’t be surprising for Westbrook to sit out Sunday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #5
about 2 months ago
Achiuwa continues to provide solid value to fantasy managers. Since the All-Star break, the Kings’ forward has provided fifth-round value in eight-cat formats. Achiuwa is rostered in 37 percent of Yahoo! leagues, which is too low given his current role and production. With the Kings ending Week 20 with a back-to-back on Saturday and Sunday, Precious is worth the risk in 12-team leagues.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #
about 2 months ago
While Clifford did not serve as the starting point guard on Wednesday, the absences of Russell Westbrook, Malik Monk and Devin Carter factored into the rookie’s playing time. He logged 41 minutes, finishing with a complete stat line. Killian Hayes (11/2/4 with one three-pointer) played 31 minutes as the starting point guard, but Clifford is due to be the Kings’ priority the rest of this season. Now is a good time to pick him up, especially with the Kings playing two more games in Week 20.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Power Forward • #10
about 2 months ago
DeRozan put on a show against the Hornets, even if it occurred in a defeat. He scored 24 points in the first half, passing Tim Duncan to move into 18th on the NBA’s career points list in the process. DeRozan finished with 39 points and played 41 of a possible 48 minutes. Wednesday’s defeat officially eliminated the Kings from postseason contention, so the 40-minute nights may not happen for DeRozan moving forward.
SAC • • #
about 2 months ago
Russell Westbrook and Devin Carter are out for Wednesday’s game, so it’s Hayes who will serve as the Kings’ starting point guard. The other four starters are unchanged.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAC • Point Guard • #22
about 2 months ago
Carter’s coming off the best performance of his NBA career, having scored a career-high 24 points in 16 minutes in Tuesday’s win over the Pacers. With Russell Westbrook (quad) also out, the Kings will rely more on Nique Clifford and Killian Hayes on Wednesday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
Monk exited Tuesday’s win over the Pacers with a right ankle injury, and he won’t play on Wednesday. Daeqwon Plowden played 31 minutes off the bench, and he may be in line for a similar workload against the Hornets.
Source: NBA Injury Report