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MIL • Center • #33
about 1 month ago
Turner is on the injury report as questionable with an illness. He has plenty of time to recover before game-time. If the 29-year-old center were to miss Tuesday’s game, Kyle Kuzma and Bobby Portis would be candidates to move into the starting lineup.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
For those who may have hoped that Dennis Schröder’s three-game suspension would have cleared room in the Kings’ rotation for Monk and Keon Ellis, Sunday night was a disappointment. Monk had no issue getting minutes, as his 26 led all five reserves who saw time. However, one game removed from being in the starting lineup, Ellis played seven minutes and grabbed one rebound. While Monk’s night may inspire some optimism among deep-league managers heading into the Kings’ four-game Week 13, it’s tough to trust him or Ellis in fantasy basketball.
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
about 2 months ago
While Westbrook has consistently scored in double figures, double-doubles have been challenging to come by for the veteran point guard. The ten assists recorded against the Rockets were the most in a game for him since hitting that number in a December 18 overtime loss to the Trail Blazers. With Dennis Schröder serving the first game of a three-game suspension, Westbrook’s 34 minutes were six more than he played in Friday’s loss to the Kings.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Power Forward • #10
about 2 months ago
DeRozan led six Kings in double figures with his point total, and he also made some history, becoming the 23rd player in NBA history to score at least 26,000 points in a career. While DeRozan’s overall stat line was a bit lean, the six assists were a nice bonus. That’s the most in a game for him since he reached that number in a New Year’s Day loss to the Celtics. DeRozan and the Kings play four games in Week 13, starting with the Lakers on Monday.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Point Guard • #8
about 2 months ago
The Kings had something on Sunday that has been difficult for them to achieve on most nights: offensive balance. Four of the five starters attempted between 10 and 13 shots, as did reserves Malik Monk and Dylan Cardwell. LaVine may not have offered much value beyond points, three-pointers and percentages, but the balance helped Sacramento pick up one of its best wins of the season. As the trade deadline draws closer, LaVine will be one of the players to watch as the Kings need to get younger for the future.
MIL • Power Forward, Small Forward, Point Guard, and Shooting Guard • #34
about 2 months ago
Antetokounmpo fell two boards shy of his first triple-double of the season, recording a monster all-around performance as Milwaukee fell to 17-22 overall on the year. The omnipresent trade chatter will likely ramp up in the coming weeks, especially if the Bucks continue to struggle. The 31-year-old fantasy superstar, who has scored at least 30 points in five of his last six games, is averaging 29.2 points, 9.8 rebounds, 5.7 assists, 0.9 steals and 0.8 blocks through 25 games this season. The Bucks are back in action with a quick two-game week that features matchups against the Timberwolves and Spurs.
MIL • Center • #33
about 2 months ago
Turner, who knocked down 3-of-4 from three-point range in this one, has been an afterthought for fantasy purposes in his Bucks debut, topping 20 points just five times through 39 games. He’s averaging just 12.4 points and 5.3 rebounds during that span after finishing at 15.6 points and 6.5 boards last year in his final season with the Pacers.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #5
about 2 months ago
Achiuwa is back in the starting lineup after being relegated to the bench for Friday’s loss to the Warriors. His promotion comes at the expense of Keon Ellis, who may still be worth streaming given Dennis Schröder’s suspension for the next three games.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #5
about 2 months ago
Achiuwa is back in the starting lineup after being relegated to the bench for Friday’s loss to the Warriors. His promotion comes at the expense of Keon Ellis, who may still be worth streaming given Dennis Schröder’s suspension for the next three games.
Source: NBA Lineups
MIL • Shooting Guard, Point Guard, and Small Forward • #77
about 2 months ago
Porter was initially probable for Sunday’s game, so the status upgrade is unsurprising. He’ll occupy his usual place in the starting lineup as the Bucks look to end Week 12 with a win.
Source: Jim Owczarski
SAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #71
about 2 months ago
According to the NBA, Schröder confronted and attempted to strike another player 40 minutes after the Kings’ 125-101 loss to the Lakers in a Crypto.com Arena hallway. ESPN has reported that the player was Lakers guard Luka Dončić. His suspension will begin with Sunday’s game against the Rockets, and Schröder will be eligible to return on January 16 against the Wizards.
Source: NBA Communications
MIL • Shooting Guard, Point Guard, and Small Forward • #77
about 2 months ago
Porter is dealing with a right hip contusion, but the good news is that he’s probable on the Bucks’ initial injury report. If he’s unable to play, Gary Trent Jr. could be the replacement in the starting lineup, while Ryan Rollins will take on a larger role as Milwaukee’s primary playmaker.
Source: Milwaukee Bucks
MIL • Power Forward and Center • #9
about 2 months ago
Portis has now recorded six double-doubles this season, with all having been recorded since December 14. Over the past month, the Bucks’ forward has offered top-75 per-game value in eight-cat formats. By comparison, Myles Turner (eight points, six rebounds and two three-pointers) has not been a top-150 player during this period. The combination of Portis’ production and the underwhelming return offered by Turner makes the former worth the risk in some 12-team leagues.
MIL • Power Forward, Small Forward, Point Guard, and Shooting Guard • #34
about 2 months ago
Giannis came up with the biggest defensive play of Friday’s game, as he poked the ball away from LeBron James in the final seconds to prevent the Lakers’ forward from attempting a potential game-tying layup. While Antetokounmpo’s shot volume was low, he shot the ball efficiently from the field and the foul line. Having seemingly put to rest any rumors regarding his future in Milwaukee, the question now is what (if anything) the Bucks will look to do to strengthen the roster around Antetokounmpo before the trade deadline. Regardless of the answer, he’ll still provide excellent fantasy value.
MIL • Shooting Guard, Point Guard, and Small Forward • #77
about 2 months ago
After returning from a sprained ankle that sidelined him for over a month, Porter has exceeded the expectations of many fantasy managers. The Bucks’ guard has been a top-20 player in eight- and nine-cat formats, well above his Yahoo! ADP (109). On Friday, Porter joined Giannis Antetokounmpo as the only Bucks players with at least 20 points, and he recorded a complete stat line with solid percentages. Rostered in 71 percent of Yahoo! leagues, KPJ is worth scooping up if available in shallow leagues.
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
about 2 months ago
Westbrook’s seven assists were the most in a game for him since December 27 and equal to his total in Sacramento’s prior two games. While he did shoot the ball well against the Warriors, the veteran point guard has made just 38.9 percent of his attempts over the past two weeks. That, combined with the decline in assists, has negatively affected Westbrook’s fantasy value. He’ll look to end Week 12 on a high note when the Kings host the Rockets on Sunday.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Point Guard • #8
about 2 months ago
LaVine’s 6-of-8 night from inside the arc was countered by a 1-of-7 outside of it. Friday’s game was his second in the starting lineup since returning from a sprained ankle. With the Kings not showing signs of being able to climb out of the hole that they’ve dug themselves, this is a team to watch in the lead-up to the February trade deadline. LaVine’s name has been mentioned in rumors, and fantasy managers should hope for a change of scenery to ensure that he’s relevant during the playoff weeks.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Power Forward • #10
about 2 months ago
For the first time since December 21 and 23, DeRozan has scored 20 points or more in back-to-back games. The decreased scoring output and percentages have the veteran wing outside the top-100 in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. DeRozan’s season-long value remains high, but he’s one of the players on the Kings’ roster worth watching as the trade deadline approaches. The Kings end Week 12 at home against the Rockets on Sunday.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #23
about 2 months ago
After starting Sacramento’s last 11 games, Precious Achiuwa has been moved to the bench. He’s been replaced in the lineup by Ellis, who should get the minutes needed to achieve fantasy relevance. Whether he starts or comes off the bench, there’s no need to roster Achiuwa in most fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Lineups
MIL • Point Guard • #13
about 2 months ago
Rollins followed up a relatively mediocre performance against the Kings with a pretty solid outing on Wednesday against the Warriors. By way of efficient shooting, he concluded as Milwaukee’s second-leading scorer, and he also finished second on the team in total rebounds. Add in Rollins’ contributions as a passer, and his pair of three-pointers, and you get what was a productive performance as far as fantasy basketball goes. He’ll have a chance to log another productive game on Friday against the Lakers.
MIL • Shooting Guard, Point Guard, and Small Forward • #77
about 2 months ago
Porter Jr. put together another productive performance as the Bucks’ lead guard. As usual, he was an effective passer — leading his team in assists on Wednesday — and he also shot the ball efficiently before finishing as Milwaukee’s third leading scorer. A lack of free-throw attempts prevented him from scoring more points. Nonetheless, Porter Jr. continues to fit nicely alongside AJ Green and Ryan Rollins at the guard position in the Bucks’ starting unit.
MIL • Power Forward, Small Forward, Point Guard, and Shooting Guard • #34
about 2 months ago
Antetokounmpo played 31 minutes on Wednesday and collected his fourth straight 30-point double-double. Efficient shooting keyed his success, and a pair of three-pointers also added to his overall fantasy production on the night. He finished as the only Milwaukee player with double-digit rebounds and was the only one to score more than 16 points. Antetokounmpo continues to do the heavy lifting for the Bucks — their success depends on it, which is great news for fantasy basketball managers.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #
about 2 months ago
After scoring six points in back-to-back games, Raynaud reached double figures on Tuesday. The rookie center finished one rebound shy of a double-double, but he’s now played 35 minutes or more in four of his last six appearances. Raynaud’s offensive ceiling may be capped since he’s in a lineup with three ball-dominant players (Russell Westbrook, Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan). But, over the past two weeks, he has been an 11th-round player in nine-cat formats. Despite the limited ceiling, Raynaud is worth rostering as long as the Kings are without Domantas Sabonis.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Power Forward • #10
about 2 months ago
DeRozan shot 3-of-6 from beyond the arc on Tuesday, the first time since December 18 (ten games) in which he’s made multiple triples in the same game. Fantasy managers don’t look to him for value in that category, but nights like Tuesday are helpful, considering the decreased scoring output. Compared to last season, DeRozan’s average (18.4) has declined by nearly four points. Because of the overall production and efficiency, he’s still offering top-50 value in nine-cat formats, but things could be better for the veteran guard/forward.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Point Guard • #8
about 2 months ago
After playing 36 minutes off the bench in his first game back from a sprained ankle that sidelined him for nine games, LaVine was back in the starting lineup on Tuesday. The Kings did not have Keegan Murray, who will miss three to four weeks with a sprained ankle, so LaVine’s promotion did not come at the expense of Precious Achiuwa (nine points, nine rebounds, one steal, one block and one three-pointer in 22 minutes). LaVine recorded a complete stat line against Dallas, and he has the tools needed to threaten top-50 per-game value. Of course, that depends on how the Kings handle the trade deadline, as they should probably be “sellers.”
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Point Guard • #8
about 2 months ago
The Kings won’t have Keegan Murray, as he is out for at least three to four weeks with a sprained ankle. His absence means that Achiuwa will remain in the starting lineup, with LaVine filling the void left by Murray.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAC • Power Forward and Small Forward • #13
about 2 months ago
Murray suffered the injury in Sunday’s matchup with Milwaukee, and the injury will keep him out through the end of January at the earliest. Precious Achiuwa is the most likely beneficiary of Murray’s absence from a fantasy hoops perspective, but Nique Clifford is also in the mix to see increased run.
Source: Chris B. Haynes
SAC • Shooting Guard • #23
about 2 months ago
Ellis exited early on Sunday due to a left thumb injury, but that won’t keep him out of the lineup against Dallas. He had been playing a large reserve role for Sacramento lately and should return to that after playing just five minutes before exiting against the Bucks.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Power Forward and Small Forward • #13
about 2 months ago
Murray left Sunday’s game against the Bucks with a left ankle sprain and didn’t return. The 25-year-old small forward is now ruled out well in advance of Tuesday’s game against the Mavericks. Dennis Schröder is a candidate to pick up minutes with Murray out. Expect another update from the Kings on Murray’s ankle in the coming days.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Point Guard • #8
about 2 months ago
Active after a nine-game absence, LaVine was not restricted in any way on Sunday. He did come off the bench, with Precious Achiuwa (four points, three rebounds and two steals in 15 minutes) remaining in the starting lineup. However, with LaVine playing 36 minutes, he’ll likely start as soon as Tuesday’s game against the Mavericks. With Keegan Murray exiting Sunday’s game with a sprained ankle, there’s a chance that Achiuwa remains in the starting lineup for at least one more game, even if LaVine is promoted.
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
about 2 months ago
One game removed from becoming the highest-scoring point guard in league history, Westbrook recorded a robust stat line on Sunday. The field-goal percentage was poor, but the veteran point guard did a little bit of everything and kept the turnovers in check. Over the past two weeks, Westbrook has offered top-75 per-game value in eight-cat formats. And if Keegan Murray has to miss time after spraining his left ankle, Westbrook may boast a higher fantasy ceiling in the short term.
MIL • Shooting Guard, Point Guard, and Small Forward • #77
about 2 months ago
Porter has recorded three double-doubles in his last four appearances, but the 25 points scored in Sunday’s win were the most in a game for him in nearly a month. A fourth-round player in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks, Porter continues to exceed expectations in fantasy basketball. For the season, he has been a first-round player in eight-cat formats. The Bucks play three games in Week 12.
MIL • Power Forward, Small Forward, Point Guard, and Shooting Guard • #34
about 2 months ago
Usually, the approach of having Giannis earn his points at the foul line results in him leaving some points on the board, given his poor shooting at the free-throw line. Well, that approach didn’t work for the Kings, as he made 11 of his 13 attempts on the night. Add in an elite shooting performance from the field, and the Bucks superstar finished with his third 30-point double-double in as many appearances. While Milwaukee’s not playing again until Wednesday is bad news for fantasy managers, it does get Giannis a little more time to deal with his right calf.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #23
about 2 months ago
Ellis played five minutes before exiting with a left thumb injury, and he has been ruled out for the rest of the night. With Keegan Murray (ankle) also leaving Sunday’s game due to injury, the Kings have relied mainly on a seven-man rotation. Malik Monk has not played, which doesn’t bode well for his chances of becoming fantasy-relevant if Ellis and Murray miss time.
Source: Brenden Nunes
SAC • Power Forward and Small Forward • #13
about 2 months ago
Murray sprained his left ankle on a third-quarter drive to the basket, landing awkwardly after colliding with Milwaukee’s Myles Turner. He was immediately taken back to the locker room and has since been ruled out. Dennis Schröder has picked up additional minutes in Murray’s absence, helping spark Sacramento’s rally to begin the fourth quarter.
Source: Jason Anderson
MIL • Shooting Guard • #14
about 2 months ago
Harris is available after a one-game absence. While he may play rotation minutes, the veteran guard will not affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Power Forward, Small Forward, Point Guard, and Shooting Guard • #34
about 2 months ago
Initially probable for Sunday’s game, Antetokounmpo will take on his usual role as the focal point of the Bucks’ offensive attack. And given Sacramento’s defensive struggles, Giannis could be in for a big night.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Point Guard • #8
about 2 months ago
After a nine-game absence, LaVine has been cleared to return to action Sunday night. His return will likely bump Precious Achiuwa to the bench, with Dennis Schröder also taking a hit to his fantasy value, despite his role not changing.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Shooting Guard • #14
about 2 months ago
Harris did not play in Friday’s win over the Hornets, but his absence did not significantly affect fantasy basketball or the Bucks’ rotation. There’s no need to roster him in fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Power Forward, Small Forward, Point Guard, and Shooting Guard • #34
about 2 months ago
The Bucks are still managing Antetokounmpo’s workload due to the right calf injury he sustained last month, but the probable tag suggests he will be available. If Giannis can’t play, Bobby Portis would be back in the starting lineup, raising his fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #
about 2 months ago
Raynaud injured his left knee late in Friday’s loss to the Suns, hobbling off the court after being inadvertently clipped by teammate Russell Westbrook. The rookie’s MRI on Saturday showed no structural damage, and the fact that he’s expected to play on Sunday is excellent news. Drew Eubanks will remain in the backup center role, where there isn’t much fantasy value to be found.
Source: James Ham
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #
about 2 months ago
Raynaud, who has filled in for the injured Domantas Sabonis as Sacramento’s starting center, had a rather nondescript night in Phoenix. Unfortunately, that changed when the rookie center’s left knee was clipped by teammate Russell Westbrook while setting a screen late in the fourth quarter. Raynaud exited immediately after the injury, and the Kings would be in a tough spot if he had to miss time. Drew Eubanks would likely re-enter the starting lineup, while Dylan Cardwell may need to be recalled from the G League.
Source: James Ham
SAC • Power Forward and Small Forward • #13
about 2 months ago
Murray made three three-pointers against the Kings, but even more impressive was his consistent mid-range game. The 25-year-old small forward was 3-of-5 from behind the three-point line and 6-of-12 from inside it. Murray didn’t get much help from his teammates, though, as the Kings lost by 27. He’s scored at least 20 points for just the second time in his last 13 games. Murray will look to keep the hot hand going against the Bucks on Sunday.
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
about 2 months ago
Westbrook passed Oscar Robertson to become the highest scoring point guard in the history of the NBA with 26,711 points. The 37-year-old point guard also has the most rebounds of any point guard in league history as well as field goals made. Westbrook has had an incredible career and can still play at a high level. He averaged 16.2 points per game, 7.5 assists per game and 5.8 rebounds per game in December. The Kings conclude the week with a game against the Bucks on Sunday.
MIL • Power Forward, Small Forward, Point Guard, and Shooting Guard • #34
about 2 months ago
Antetokounmpo delivered the game-winner on an alley-oop slam with five seconds left in regulation, reaching the lofty 30-point plateau in the process. The 31-year-old fantasy superstar has scored 24 points or more in four consecutive contests since returning from injury last week and has notched back-to-back double-double performances. He shot 61 percent from the floor in this one with all 18 of his attempts coming from inside the arc. Perhaps the most impressive element of this effort was that he went a perfect 8-of-8 from the charity stripe.
MIL • Point Guard • #13
about 2 months ago
Rollins drilled a clutch three-pointer in the final minute before setting up teammate Kyle Kuzma for a go-ahead trey with just over 10 seconds remaining in regulation. The 23-year-old guard has been up-and-down from a scoring standpoint but he’s settled in as a reliable all-around offensive threat and a big reason why Milwaukee is starting to turn things around. He’s delivered top-50 overall fantasy value this season, averaging 17.4 points, 4.2 rebounds, 5.8 assists, 1.6 steals and 0.4 blocks through 35 games.
MIL • Power Forward, Small Forward, Point Guard, and Shooting Guard • #34
about 2 months ago
Antetokounmpo was initially listed as probable for right calf injury management reasons, so his availability doesn’t come as a surprise. The 31-year-old power forward is coming off a 33-point performance against the Wizards on Wednesday and has another good matchup against the Hornets on Friday.
MIL • Shooting Guard • #14
about 2 months ago
Dealing with a strained neck, Harris will not be available on Friday. His absence does not affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Point Guard • #8
about 2 months ago
LaVine hasn’t played since Dec. 14, and he won’t make his return against Phoenix. Precious Achiuwa should continue to start, though he hasn’t been consistently productive for fantasy managers. Dennis Schroder has been playing well off the bench with LaVine sidelined and is the better fantasy option.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
about 2 months ago
Westbrook had another down performance by his standards, one game after a low-production outing against the Clippers. He narrowly made it to double figures as a scorer, with inefficient, high-volume three-point shooting among the reasons for his low output. He was again unspectacular on the glass, but made contributions as a facilitator. Fantasy managers will hope that he can bounce back against the Suns on Friday to log a stronger final line.
SAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #71
about 2 months ago
Schröder shot well both inside and outside the arc to finish as one of Sacramento’s top scorers on the evening. And in addition to his scoring, he tallied a team-high in assists in his 28 minutes of game action. Schröder has now scored in double figures in seven straight games and continues to produce regardless of whether he’s starting games or not. He’ll have a chance to find more production against the Suns on Friday.
MIL • Shooting Guard, Point Guard, and Small Forward • #77
about 2 months ago
KPJ was one of Milwaukee’s top couple of scorers on Wednesday, and he shot efficiently from the floor despite major struggles from the three-point line. He also contributed on the glass and as a passer, which have been standard for him this season. Poter will continue to be counted on by the Bucks for nightly production, regardless of who he is sharing the floor with. He finished December strong and should remain a productive fantasy basketball option at the guard position.
MIL • Point Guard • #13
about 2 months ago
Rollins was part of a productive starting backcourt on Wednesday, performing adequately alongside Kevin Porter Jr. to put up fairly strong numbers. Rollins led the Bucks in assists and was one of three players to tally at least 15 points. He’s rotated in and out of the starting lineup recently, but he’s remained effective regardless. He’ll look to carry his recent success into 2026 as the Bucks face the Hornets on January 2.
MIL • Power Forward, Small Forward, Point Guard, and Shooting Guard • #34
about 2 months ago
Antetokounmpo logged just 28 minutes against the Wizards as he eases his way back from a calf injury. Still, he managed to reach the 30-point mark and tally double-digit rebounds for the first time in over a month. The former league MVP failed to accumulate any stocks in this game, however, and was inconsistent from the line. Otherwise, his night was encouraging, and his performances moving forward should remain strong as his minutes increase.
MIL • Shooting Guard, Point Guard, and Small Forward • #77
about 2 months ago
Porter was excellent as he has been all month, mostly without Giannis Antetokounmpo. In December, the 25-year-old shooting guard is averaging 20.5 points per game, 5.8 rebounds per game and 8.0 assists per game. Porter should be rostered in more than 67 percent of Yahoo! leagues at this point.
MIL • Power Forward and Center • #9
about 2 months ago
Portis came off the bench again with Giannis Antetokounmpo and Ryan Rollins in the starting lineup. The 30-year-old power forward was very efficient in his 23 minutes, dropping 25 points on 12 shots and making five three-pointers. Portis remains one of the more reliable bench players in the league and he showed it again in the win over the Hornets Monday.
MIL • Power Forward, Small Forward, Point Guard, and Shooting Guard • #34
about 2 months ago
Antetokounmpo was still on a minutes restriction in his second game since returning from a three-week absence due to a right calf strain. The 31-year-old’s production has been excellent while only playing 25 minutes in each game. Giannis capped off the victory against the Hornets with a dunk over Brandon Miller despite being fouled with just over a minute left in the fourth quarter. The Bucks will be back on the court Wednesday against the Wizards.