122-132
FINALMemphis
Grizzlies
49-39|L10: 3-7
Sacramento
Kings
40-43|L10: 4-6
-
//
Eastern Conference
Sign in
Sign in and connect Sleeper to unlock personalized fantasy insights.
MEM • Power Forward and Center • #35
12 months ago
Bagley has played more than five minutes just twice since being traded to Memphis at the deadline. His absence will take away from their frontcourt depth, but it won’t have a dramatic impact on the team’s rotation.
Source: Grizzlies PR
MEM • • #
12 months ago
Stevens is expected to miss another game, but the doubtful tag does mean that he is getting closer to a return. John Konchar and Vince Williams Jr. should continue to see a few extra minutes with Stevens sidelined.
Source: Grizzlies PR
MEM • Point Guard • #12
12 months ago
Morant will miss a fifth-straight game with this hamstring injury. Luke Kennard had been starting in his place, but Scotty Pippen Jr. got the starting nod on Friday. He had 15 points, three rebounds, five assists, one steal, one block and three three-pointers in 27 minutes as a starter against the Clippers.
Source: Grizzlies PR
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #11
12 months ago
Initial reports indicated that Sabonis would miss at least 10 days, which would’ve had him returning around March 29. However, he’ll beat that timeline and will be back after missing only three games. His return will push Jonas Valanciunas to the bench. It’s the first night of a back-to-back for Sacramento, so Sabonis could sit against the Thunder on Tuesday, which would allow Valanciunas to get another start.
Source: Sam Amick
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
12 months ago
Monk did not play in Saturday’s loss to the Bucks, with Keon Ellis replacing him in the starting lineup. Ellis would be worth streaming if Monk has to miss another game. As for Carter, the rookie has provided limited fantasy value in a reserve role, so there isn’t much to gain from rostering him in redraft leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #11
12 months ago
On March 19, the Kings announced that Sabonis would be re-evaluated in 10 days. With the Kings center considered questionable for Monday’s game, he could return one week after spraining his right ankle. Sabonis’ availability impacts Jonas Valanciunas the most, as he’s been the replacement in the starting lineup. Those who have Jonas rostered, especially in 12-team leagues, should hold onto him, as he can provide solid value coming off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #11
12 months ago
On March 19, it was announced that Sabonis would be re-evaluated in 10 days. With the Kings center considered questionable for Monday’s game, he could return one week after spraining his right ankle. Sabonis’ availability impacts Jonas Valanciunas the most, as he’s been the replacement in the starting lineup. Those who have Jonas rostered, especially in 12-team leagues, should hold onto him, as he can provide solid value coming off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard • #23
12 months ago
Ellis’ final stat line as Malik Monk’s replacement in the starting lineup was excellent. However, he only attempted one shot (a miss) in the fourth quarter, which may have left a bad taste in the mouths of some fantasy managers. However, when Ellis has his first 20-point game since February 12, there isn’t much to complain about. Keon’s value heading into a four-game Week 21 depends on Monk’s availability. However, he’s still worth holding onto in deep leagues due to the Kings’ need for bench scoring with Domantas Sabonis (ankle) still sidelined.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #23
12 months ago
Ellis’ final stat line as Malik Monk’s replacement in the starting lineup was excellent as he shot 6-of-10 from the field and 5-of-5 from the foul line. However, he only attempted one shot (a miss) in the fourth quarter, which may have left a bad taste in the mouths of some fantasy managers. However, when Ellis has his first 20-point game since February 12, there isn’t much to complain about. Keon’s value heading into a four-game Week 21 depends on Monk’s availability. However, he’s still worth holding onto in deep leagues due to the Kings’ need for bench scoring with Domantas Sabonis (ankle) still sidelined.
SAC • Center • #17
12 months ago
Valanciunas had a good night against the Bucks, providing solid value in the points, rebounds and field-goal percentage categories. However, he doesn’t offer much in the assist or defensive categories, which has limited his value as Domantas Sabonis’ replacement in the starting lineup. Valanciunas is a must-roster player in his current role, but fantasy managers know the veteran center’s deficiencies. The Kings begin a four-game Week 21 on Monday against the Celtics.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Power Forward • #10
12 months ago
DeRozan has scored 22 points or more in six straight and nine of his last ten outings. However, the limited production outside of points, rebounds and assists limits his value in category leagues. Despite averaging 23.5 points per game over the past three weeks, DeRozan is ranked just outside the top 100 in eight- and nine-cat formats. The Kings play four games during Week 21, starting with a Monday/Tuesday home back-to-back against the Celtics and Thunder.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #23
12 months ago
Due to illness, Malik Monk will not be available for Saturday’s game. Ellis will replace him in the starting lineup. While Monk is sidelined, Ellis is worth streaming. Rookie Devin Carter may play a few more minutes off the bench, but he is not a must-stream player.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
12 months ago
Monk will miss Saturday’s game due to illness, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. Keon Ellis is the likely replacement and worth streaming in deep leagues. Devin Carter should play more minutes off the bench, but the rookie should not be viewed as a must-stream player.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Power Forward • #3
12 months ago
Not selected in the 2024 draft, Jones agreed to a two-way deal with the Kings on July 3. His signing to a standard contract won’t impact fantasy basketball, but it does mean the 50-game limit for two-way players no longer applies to Jones.
Source: Shams Charania
MEM • Power Forward • #15
12 months ago
Clarke injured his knee during a March 19 game against the Trail Blazers. He has since been diagnosed with a high-grade right PCL sprain and will not play again this season. Clarke’s absence frees up additional minutes for Zach Edey and Santi Aldama, who were already prominent members of the Grizzlies rotation. John Konchar may also pick up playing time due to his rebounding ability, but Edey and Aldama are the players who fantasy managers should target (if they’re available).
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Point Guard • #1
12 months ago
Head coach Taylor Jenkins hasn’t always turned to Pippen to start when Ja Morant is out of the lineup, but he did on Friday. Though it didn’t result in a win for the Grizzlies, it was a strong performance for Pippen. He was able to contribute value across the board while maintaining efficiency as the starting point guard. He had been playing well as a reserve entering this game, so perhaps the starting nod was Jenkins’ way of rewarding him. He’s provided third-round value over the past two weeks, mostly because he has averaged 5.1 assists and 2.4 steals during that stretch.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #22
12 months ago
Entering this game, Bane had averaged 29.3 points, 7.7 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 4.3 three-pointers over his last three games, which includes a 44-point performance on Monday to start this week. Everything fell flat on Friday for him, and Memphis dropped a third-straight game. Bane has had plenty of success without Ja Morant in the lineup, but that simply wasn’t the case on Friday. This was the Grizzlies’ final game of the week, and they’ll return to the court in Utah on Tuesday.
MEM • Center and Power Forward • #13
12 months ago
The points were nice, but the rest of this outing was disappointing for Jackson Jr. and his team. He started at center against Ivica Zubac, but he was only able to grab two rebounds in 35 minutes. Jackson Jr. is known for being a weak rebounder, but he wasn’t able to offset the lack of production in that category with dominance in others; he only blocked one shot and had an inefficient shooting night. Unfortunately, this was the last game of the week for Memphis, and they only have three games next week.
MEM • Point Guard • #1
12 months ago
Memphis will be making some changes to the starting lineup after dropping two consecutive games. Pippen Jr. and Aldama will replace Luke Kennard and Zach Edey in the opening unit. It is an interesting adjustment against Ivica Zubac since this will be a smaller starting unit for Memphis, though Pippen Jr. will provide them with a true point guard presence in the starting lineup.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Point Guard • #1
12 months ago
Memphis will be making some changes to the starting lineup after dropping two consecutive games. Pippen Jr. and Aldama will replace Luke Kennard and Zach Edey in the opening unit. It is an interesting adjustment against Ivica Zubac since this will be a smaller starting unit for Memphis, though Pippen Jr. will provide them with a true point guard presence in the starting lineup.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Shooting Guard • #22
12 months ago
Bane was initially listed as questionable, but he will be good to go despite being a late addition to the injury report. He has averaged 29.3 points, 7.7 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 4.3 three-pointers over the last three games.
Source: Grizzlies PR
MEM • Shooting Guard • #22
12 months ago
Bane is a late addition to the injury report, so fantasy managers should keep a close eye on his status leading up to tip-off. Ja Morant has already been ruled out, so Bane’s absence could mean more playing time for Jaylen Wells and Scotty Pippen Jr. alongside Luke Kennard and the rest of Memphis’ starting five.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Point Guard • #8
12 months ago
Playing against his former team for the first time, LaVine wasn’t able to have a big night. He only scored three points in the first half, all of which came at the free throw line. This ended up being LaVine’s worst game since being traded to Sacramento, which was rather disappointing for the #RevengeGame narrative. LaVine should bounce back against the Bucks on Saturday, but this was a missed opportunity for him.
SAC • Forward • #41
12 months ago
With Domantas Sabonis sidelined, Lyles has been able to step up as a solid offensive option off the bench for Sacramento. He did plenty of damage early on and had 14 points with four three-pointers in the first half. He ended up setting a new season-high for scoring despite not hitting any triples in the second half. Jonas Valanciunas only played 15 minutes on Thursday while Lyles logged 24 minutes. Clearly, even if Lyles still isn’t playing a massive role, he has been the preferred option over the last few games.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
12 months ago
Chicago didn’t have any answers for Malik Monk, especially in the first half as he entered the break with 19 points and five three-pointers. He didn’t knock down any triples after halftime, but he was still able to set a new season-high for scoring despite the loss. Monk had quite the rough patch that lasted from the middle of February until last week, but he has figured things out recently. Over Sacramento’s last three games, Monk has averaged 28 points, 6.7 assists and 4.3 three-pointers per game.
SAC • Power Forward • #33
12 months ago
LaRavia will be back after a one-game absence, and he should continue to be an important option off the bench with Domantas Sabonis sidelined. His return may cut into Trey Lyles’ role after Lyles played 30 minutes on Wednesday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • • #
12 months ago
Memphis signed Stevens through the rest of the season after initially having him play on two 10-day deals. His continued absence will continue to open up a few extra minutes for John Konchar and Vince Williams Jr.
Source: Grizzlies PR
MEM • Power Forward • #15
12 months ago
Clarke injured his knee on Wednesday after playing just five minutes, and it will keep him sidelined against the Clippers. Santi Aldama, Zach Edey and John Konchar all could take on extra minutes with Clarke sidelined. Aldama led all three in both production and minutes on Wednesday.
Source: Grizzlies PR
MEM • Point Guard • #12
12 months ago
This will be a fourth-straight absence for Morant. Luke Kennard should continue to start in his place, and he had been productive in that role. Desmond Bane should see a boost in production with Morant sidelined. He has averaged 29.3 points, 7.7 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 4.3 three-pointers over the last three games.
Source: Grizzlies PR
SAC • Power Forward • #33
12 months ago
LaRavia is in danger of missing a second-straight game with an illness. The Kings wing has popped in a handful of games with Sacramento and his absence could lead to more minutes for Trey Lyles again.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Point Guard • #8
12 months ago
LaVine missed Wednesday’s game against the Cavaliers for personal reasons but is available to play against his old team. He should slot back into his usual role. Whether he’ll be extra motivated against Chicago remains to be seen, but his numbers have taken a slight dip across the board since being traded to Sacramento.
MEM • Power Forward • #15
12 months ago
Clarke checked into Wednesday’s game with 7:30 remaining in the first quarter and exited a little over five minutes later with a sore right knee. The Grizzlies announced that he was doubtful to return, and he did not see any more action. John Konchar (3/3/2/1/1 with one three-pointer in 20 minutes) started the second half in place of Zach Edey, and he may have the most to gain regarding playing time if Clarke remains sidelined.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Point Guard • #1
12 months ago
Pippen missed Monday’s game against the Kings and was questionable Wednesday with a wrist injury, but ultimately played 31 minutes off the bench with Ja Morant out. The 24-year-old point guard’s 18 points were the most he’s had in a game since January 6. Pippen is merely a deep league option when Morant is unavailable.
MEM • Power Forward • #7
12 months ago
Aldama returned from a calf injury that had kept him out since March 7 and played 27 minutes off the bench Wednesday against the Trail Blazers. The 24-year-old power forward was effective with 16 points on 10 shots. He certainly benefited from the absence of Ja Morant, who has commanded tremendous usage when available recently. Aldama is a deep league option due to his spot in the Grizzlies pecking order and the volume of players they include in the rotation, but he offers a legitimate ceiling.
MEM • Power Forward • #7
12 months ago
Aldama returned from a calf injury that had kept him out since March 7 and played 27 minutes off the bench Wednesday against the Trail Blazers. The 24-year-old power forward was effective with 16 points on 10 shots. He certainly benefited from the absence of Ja Morant, who has commanded tremendous usage when available recently. Aldama is a deep league option due to his spot in the Grizzlies pecking order and the volume of players they include in the rotation, but he offers a legitimate ceiling.
SAC • Point Guard • #22
12 months ago
With Domantas Sabonis (hamstring) and Zach LaVine (personal) unavailable, the Kings effectively went with a seven-man rotation Wednesday night. The good news for Doug Christie is that both reserves, Carter and Trey Lyles, were productive. Carter scored a season-high 16 points and provided solid value in the rebound, assists and steals categories. Lyles added 13 points, seven rebounds, five assists, one steal and one three-pointer in 30 minutes. With Sabonis out for at least a week and LaVine’s status for Thursday’s game against the Bulls undetermined, Carter and Lyles could be worthy of a look in deep leagues.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
12 months ago
Monk has scored 20 points or more in two straight and three of his last five outings. On Wednesday, he recorded a complete stat line, including eight assists, the most he’s had in a game since March 3. Over the past two weeks, Monk has been a top 75 player in eight-cat formats. And it is not unreasonable to expect him to maintain that production level for the remainder of the season.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #23
12 months ago
Ellis replaced Zach LaVine (personal) in the Kings’ starting lineup Wednesday night and did not miss a shot. He made all four field goal attempts and shot 2-of-2 from the foul line, reaching double figures in scoring for the second time in six games. Even if LaVine is available for Thursday’s game against the Bulls, Ellis is well-positioned to provide additional fantasy value due to Domantas Sabonis’ (hamstring) absence. At a minimum, those who added Keon should hold onto him through the end of Week 20.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Power Forward • #10
12 months ago
With the Kings playing without Domantas Sabonis and Zach LaVine, they needed DeRozan to step up offensively. Deebo answered the call, shooting better than 50 percent from the field in 36 minutes on the court. The Kings wing has scored 22 points or more in four straight games, and he stands to have even more opportunities with Sabonis out for at least 10 days. The Kings end Week 20 with games against the Bulls and Bucks.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #23
12 months ago
In addition to Domantas Sabonis (hamstring), the Kings are without Zach LaVine (personal) for Wednesday’s game. Ellis moves into the starting lineup, which raises his fantasy ceiling substantially. He should be streamed as long as LaVine is away from the team.
Source: NBA Lineups
MEM • Power Forward • #7
12 months ago
Aldama and Pippen are good to go for Wednesday’s game, and their returns bolster the Grizzlies’ depth. Aldama offers a higher fantasy ceiling, but Pippen is also worth a look in deep leagues since Ja Morant (shoulder) is unavailable.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
SAC • Power Forward • #33
12 months ago
While LaRavia has not been much of a fantasy asset since joining the Kings, his absence means the Kings will be without three rotation players with Domantas Sabonis and Zach LaVine also ruled out. Trey Lyles should play more minutes off the bench, while Devin Carter may also pick up a few more.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Power Forward • #33
12 months ago
LaRavia was added to the Kings’ injury report late, which doesn’t bode well for his availability. If he cannot play against the Cavaliers, Trey Lyles will take on additional minutes off the bench. Devin Carter may also play more, as the Kings are already without Zach LaVine (personal).
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Point Guard • #8
12 months ago
LaVine is away from the team for personal reasons, opening up a space in the starting lineup. Keon Ellis is the most likely choice to fill the void, and he would be worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #11
12 months ago
Sabonis sprained his right ankle during Monday’s win over the Grizzlies. Already ruled out for Wednesday’s game against the Cavaliers, the Kings center will reportedly sit for at least 10 days. With the Kings fighting for playoff positioning in the West, this is a significant blow to the team’s hopes of making a run at a top-six seed. As for fantasy basketball, Sabonis’ absence means Jonas Valanciunas will take over the starting center job and should be rostered wherever he’s still available.
Source: Shams Charania
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #11
12 months ago
Sabonis injured his ankle during Monday’s win over the Grizzlies and will miss at least one game. Jonas Valanciunas will be his replacement in the starting lineup and should be added wherever he’s available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Power Forward • #7
12 months ago
Aldama and Pippen missed Monday’s loss to the Kings, with the former having missed the Grizzlies’ last five games. The absences of Pippen and Ja Morant have led to Cam Spencer entering the rotation, but he is not worth adding in most leagues. As for Aldama, John Konchar may play a few more minutes off the bench, but he’s only worth a look for deep-league managers needing rebounds.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Point Guard • #12
12 months ago
Wednesday’s game will be the third Morant has missed with a sore left hamstring. Luke Kennard will remain in the starting lineup, with Desmond Bane assuming most of the primary playmaker responsibilities. Kennard is worth rostering in deep leagues, while Bane possesses a higher fantasy ceiling when Morant is out.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
SAC • • #
12 months ago
Taylor has made some noise for the Stockton Kings of the G League this season, averaging 17.5 points, 8.4 rebounds and 3.4 assists. He’ll get some time with the parent club, but don’t expect enough minutes or usage to make him worth picking up in most fantasy leagues.
Source: Shams Charania
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Point Guard • #8
12 months ago
LaVine suffered an ankle injury in the first half that briefly held him out of the game, but he was able to return to complete the win. This was his second-straight game with at least 20 points, and he has made at least 50 percent of his shot attempts in six consecutive games. LaVine has played well recently, and it was enough on Monday to end Sacramento’s four-game losing streak. He’ll look to stay hot against Cleveland on Wednesday before taking on his former team on Thursday when the Bulls come to town.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
12 months ago
It has been a rough stretch for Monk, but he had an excellent performance to lead the Kings to a win on Monday. His 28 points were the most that he has scored in a game since he had 31 points in a loss in January. Monk’s production on Wednesday night was similar to what he was producing in December and January, which was one of the best stretches of his career. Hopefully this won’t just be a one-time thing for Monk. He hasn’t played well since they traded De’Aaron Fox, but perhaps this is a sign of things to come.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #22
12 months ago
Though he didn’t get much help from his teammates, this was an excellent offensive performance from Bane. He set a new season-high for scoring, and it came after four consecutive games with less than 25 points. Bane scored over a third of the Grizzlies’ points, which wasn’t enough to get the job done against a balanced attack from Sacramento. However, he was able to step up with Ja Morant sidelined with a hamstring injury. If Morant remains out in Portland on Wednesday, Bane could be in for another big night.
MEM • Guard • #10
12 months ago
With Ja Morant sidelined, Kennard took on the role of facilitator for Memphis. This was his second-straight start, but it wasn’t a productive one outside of the assist boost. This was Kennard’s fifth game this season with at least eight dimes, but he wasn’t able to reach his season-high of 11. Kennard has upside as long as he is starting, but the production hasn’t been there consistently for him. He is known for his deep-range shooting, so while the assist numbers are fun, Kennard not hitting a triple is disappointing.
MEM • Power Forward • #7
12 months ago
Aldama was initially doubtful for Monday’s game, while Pippen was listed as questionable. Their absences leave the Grizzlies down another two rotation players, with Ja Morant (shoulder) already out. Vince Williams Jr. should experience an increase in playing time, and the Grizzlies will again rely on a backcourt of Desmond Bane and Luke Kennard.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #5
12 months ago
Williams is available after sitting out Saturday’s win over the Heat, which was Memphis’ second game in as many days. He played 18 minutes off the bench against the Cavaliers on Friday, and fantasy managers should expect a similar workload for Williams. That isn’t enough to make him worth the streaming risk in most leagues.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Power Forward • #7
12 months ago
Aldama has missed Memphis’ last five games with a strained right calf, and that number is likely to hit six on Monday. Vince Williams Jr. is available and will likely play additional minutes if Aldama is ruled out. However, Williams has not done enough to merit being rostered in most fantasy leagues.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Point Guard • #1
12 months ago
Pippen is dealing with a sore left wrist, hence his appearance on the Grizzlies’ injury report. With Ja Morant (shoulder) out, a few more minutes may be available to Pippen if he can play. However, Luke Kennard has been the starter on nights when the Grizzlies are without Morant. Kennard is worth streaming in deep leagues, with Morant’s absence also raising Desmond Bane’s fantasy ceiling.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Point Guard • #12
12 months ago
Morant missed Saturday’s game with a shoulder injury and now he’s dealing with a hamstring issue. The Grizzlies point guard will be replaced by Luke Kennard, who has started alongside Desmond Bane with Morant sidelined. Scotty Pippen Jr., who recorded a double-double on Saturday, will also have a higher fantasy ceiling.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #22
12 months ago
When the Grizzlies are without Ja Morant, Bane’s full game tends to be unlocked. That was the case on Saturday, as he shot over 50 percent from the field and finished two assists shy of a triple-double. Since the All-Star break, Bane has provided top 20 value in eight-cat formats and top 25 in nine-cat. The Grizzlies begin a three-game Week 20 in Sacramento on Monday.