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SAS • Center • #40
about 1 month ago
Kornet will be unavailable against Memphis, meaning Mason Plumlee should fill out the backup center minutes behind Victor Wembanyama. Plumlee won’t play enough minutes to be worth considering as a streaming target.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Point Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Fox will be sidelined for just the second time this season. Dylan Harper, who made his first career start on Saturday, should return to the starting unit for this game. He has been on fire over San Antonio’s last two games and should continue to shine in a larger role.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Monk will get his first start of the season for the shorthanded Kings. Baldwin, who is currently one a two-way deal for Sacramento, will also be making his first start of the season, while Carter will return to the starting unit. Nique Clifford, Russell Westbrook and Precious Achiuwa are all sidelined, opening up the starting spots.
Source: Sam Perley
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Achiuwa finished with a 14/15 double-double on Sunday, but he’ll get the night off while dealing with lower back soreness. Dyland Cardwell and Daeqwon Plowden should see additional run against Charlotte with Achiuwa out of action.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • • #
about 1 month ago
Hayes suffered the injury to his left foot in Sunday’s win over Brooklyn, and it will cost him at least one game. Devin Carter should see additional run with Sacramento’s backcourt seriously banged up.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Clifford underwent an MRI after injuring his left foot during Sunday’s win over the Nets, and imaging revealed a midfoot sprain. Given the timeline, there isn’t much to gain from stashing the rookie in an IL slot in fantasy leagues. Malik Monk has a high ceiling, but only if the Kings allow him to play quality minutes consistently. Daeqwon Plowden and Devin Carter will receive more opportunities to perform, as they are less proven than Monk at this stage in their respective careers.
Source: Sean Cunningham
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
about 1 month ago
A late scratch ahead of Saturday’s win over the Pacers, Vassell returned to the starting lineup on Monday. He did not provide much value in his 21 minutes, shooting 1-of-4 from beyond the arc. Category league managers will take the assists, but they’ll hope for more production from Vassell in the Spurs’ final two games of the week. Games against Memphis and Milwaukee will be good opportunities for him to get his numbers after struggling against the Heat.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Castle was back in the Spurs’ lineup after missing two games with a hip injury, and he played 23 minutes. There was an injury scare during the first half, as the reigning Rookie of the Year took an inadvertent Jaime Jaquez Jr. knee to the head, but he returned to action after a short stint on the bench. And with the Spurs winning by 25 points, there was little need for the team to have Castle play starters’ minutes in his first game back. Harrison Barnes returned to the bench on Monday, finishing with 13 points, three rebounds, one assist, two steals and four three-pointers.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Wemby was dominant on both ends of the floor on Monday, shooting 50 percent from the field while also putting up 14 rebounds and five blocks. His defense was one of the reasons why Miami’s Bam Adebayo shot 5-of-17 from the field, and ten of his attempts came from beyond the arc. Since the All-Star break, only Nikola Jokić has been better in terms of category league value than Wembanyama. And with the Spurs ending Week 22 with games against the Grizzlies and Bucks, two more robust stat lines may be in the phenom’s future.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Castle will return from a two-game absence to give the Spurs’ starting backcourt a boost, and Devin Vassell will also make his way back to the opening unit after sitting out Saturday’s win over the Pacers due to a hamstring injury. San Antonio has won five straight games and will have a chance for a sixth over on Monday, as the team tries to close the regular season strong.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
about 1 month ago
Vassell was a late scratch and missed Saturday’s win over the Pacers with a hamstring injury, but will return after a one-game absence. Harrison Barnes will likely return to the bench with Vassell back in the starting lineup.
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
about 1 month ago
Westbrook will miss a second consecutive game with a sore right foot. Killian Hayes started in the veteran point guard’s place but exited before halftime due to a foot injury. If Hayes can’t play, Devin Carter may move into the starting five.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard • #29
about 1 month ago
Plowden is on track to play Tuesday night after sitting out Sunday’s win over the Nets. With Nique Clifford (foot) ruled out, Plowden could move into the starting lineup if he’s allowed to play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • • #
about 1 month ago
Hayes started Sunday’s win over the Nets but had to exit before halftime with a left foot injury. If he’s unable to play on Tuesday, Devin Carter may be thrust into the starting lineup, as Russell Westbrook has already been ruled out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Clifford appeared to roll his left ankle during Sunday’s win over the Nets, but the official injury designation for Tuesday is a sore left foot. Either way, the rookie guard won’t be available on Tuesday. Malik Monk and Daeqwon Plowden will take on added importance within the Kings’ perimeter rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Achiuwa, who put up 14 points and 15 rebounds in Sunday’s win over the Nets, is dealing with lower back soreness. If he can’t play on Tuesday, Dylan Cardwll could figure more prominently in the Kings’ rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Given how small the Nets were in the frontcourt on Sunday, this was an excellent matchup for Achiuwa. While the shooting percentages weren’t great, fantasy managers will certainly take the 15 rebounds. The final tally was a season-high in that category, and Achiuwa is up to ten double-doubles on the season. Like fellow starter Maxime Raynaud, the Kings are likely to continue playing Achiuwa heavy minutes for the rest of the season, preserving his fantasy value. With Sacramento scheduled to play four games in Week 22, don’t hesitate to add Precious if he’s on the waiver wire.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
With no Russell Westbrook and Killian Hayes (toe) and Nique Clifford (ankle) leaving Sunday’s game due to injuries, there was room for Monk to do what he’s capable of offensively. The Kings’ guard recorded his second 30-point stat line in four appearances, shooting 7-of-13 from beyond the arc. Add in the six assists, and Sunday was a good day to have Monk on a fantasy roster.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #
about 1 month ago
With the Nets forced to go small on Sunday due to injuries, this set up to be a good day for Raynaud. And the rookie took advantage of his opportunities, recording his 16th double-double of the season. Raynaud has scored at least 20 points in four of his last five appearances, a run that includes two 30-point games. As long as he’s healthy, the rookie center should be able to provide consistent fantasy value for the rest of the season. The Kings now hit the road for four games in Week 22, starting with the Hornets on Tuesday.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Clifford rolled his left ankle early in the fourth quarter and was removed from the lineup immediately. With Killian Hayes (toe) having exited at the half, Malik Monk and Devin Carter had the most to gain regarding playing time. Clifford finished with seven points, four rebounds, four assists, one steal and two three-pointers. The Kings return to action on Tuesday in Charlotte, the first of four road games they’ll play in Week 22.
Source: Sacramento Kings
SAC • • #
about 1 month ago
Hayes suffered a toe injury on his left foot during the first half of Sunday’s game and will not return. Malik Monk moved into the lineup to begin the third quarter; Nique Clifford and Devin Carter should also have more on-ball opportunities with Hayes done for the night.
Source: Sean Cunningham
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
While Castle has missed the Spurs’ last two games, Vassell was a late scratch for Saturday’s win over the Pacers. Their absences on Saturday led to Dylan Harper joining Harrison Barnes as the replacements in the starting five. They would likely get another opportunity to start if Castle and Vassell remain out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • • #
about 1 month ago
The Kings will have a new starting backcourt for Sunday’s game. With Russell Westbrook and Daeqwon Plowden out, Hayes and Clifford will be the starting guards. The other three starters are unchanged.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAC • Shooting Guard • #29
about 1 month ago
A sore right foot will keep Plowden out of Sunday’s game. With Nique Clifford available after sitting out Thursday’s loss to the 76ers, the rookie should reclaim his place in the starting lineup after being replaced by Plowden the last time out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Monk exited Thursday’s loss to the 76ers with a right shoulder injury, with the veteran guard playing 16 minutes. He is not on Sunday’s injury report, which indicates that Monk is available. Daeqwon Plowden, who’s questionable for a sore foot, may lose out on playing time if he’s able to go.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard • #29
about 1 month ago
Two days removed from making his third start of the season in a loss to the 76ers, Plowden is on the injury report for Sunday with a sore right foot. Nique Clifford, who Plowden filled in for on Thursday, is off the injury report. As a result, Plowden is likely to come off the bench if he’s cleared. If he can’t play, Patrick Baldwin Jr. has been made available and could absorb some of the available minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
about 1 month ago
Westbrook will sit out Sunday’s game with a sore right foot. With Killian Hayes available and Devin Carter (calf) no longer on the injury report, those two should handle the point guard duties against the Nets. Carter has missed the last five games, so his playing time is likely to be limited.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Point Guard • #22
about 1 month ago
Carter is no longer on the Kings’ injury report after missing five games due to a calf injury. With Russell Westbrook (foot) out, the Kings are likely to rely on Carter and Killian Hayes to run the show. Hayes playing would be the expected outcome, given the time that Carter has missed.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Clifford was held out of Thursday’s loss to the 76ers, resulting in Daeqwon Plowden making a spot start. Clifford should return to the starting lineup, especially with Plowden considered questionable due to a sore right foot.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Small Forward • #0
about 1 month ago
Due to the lack of defensive production, Johnson offers limited value in most category league formats. However, he can be an asset in points leagues, especially on nights when the Spurs are shorthanded. With Stephon Castle and Devin Vassell out, there were more opportunities for Johnson to score, and he took advantage. The 24 points were the most he’s scored in a game since dropping 25 in a February 4 win over the Thunder.
SAS • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
With Devin Vassell and Stephon Castle out due to injury, Harper made his first career start on Saturday. The rookie was excellent in that role, shooting efficiently and adding a few rebounds and assists for good measure. Getting to start raises Harper’s fantasy ceiling, but whether that continues depends on Vassell and Castle.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Wembanyama may not have been as dominant offensively as fantasy managers would have hoped, given the matchup. However, with the Spurs grabbing control in the first quarter, it was clear that Wemby’s minutes would be limited in the second half. He played 26 minutes, which did not keep the 7-foot-4 star from recording an excellent all-around stat line. The Spurs play three games in Week 22, starting with the Heat on Monday.
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
about 1 month ago
Vassell is a late scratch for Saturday’s game, opening a spot in the Spurs’ starting lineup. He’ll be replaced by Barnes, who can provide a few three-pointers in that role. De’Aaron Fox, Dylan Harper, Julian Champagnie and Victor Wembanyama complete the starting lineup.
Source: Paul Garcia
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Wembanyama is good to go after being listed as questionable on the initial injury report. Luke Kornet misses out on an opportunity to start, eliminating his streaming value.
Source: Paul Garcia
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Castle missed Thursday’s win over the Suns and was initially listed as questionable for Saturday’s game against the Pacers. The 21-year-old point guard has since been ruled out again with right hip tightness. Harrison Barnes could start again with Castle sidelined.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Wembanyama wasn’t on the initial injury report, but has since been downgraded to questionable with an ankle injury. Luke Kornet figures to start if Wembanyama is ultimately ruled out, though he’s not a suitable replacement for fantasy managers.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Castle did not play in Thursday’s win over the Suns, resulting in Harrison Barnes making a second consecutive start. The Spurs would likely stick with the same starting five if Castle can’t play against the Pacers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard • #29
about 1 month ago
With no Nique Clifford (hamstring), Plowden was given his third start of the season. He took advantage of the opportunity, recording the first 20-point game of his NBA career. Plowden did not provide much beyond the points and three-pointers, but Clifford’s injury may open the door for him to become fantasy-relevant during the final weeks of the regular season.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Two days removed from dropping a season-high 32 points, Raynaud recorded a second consecutive 30-point game on Thursday. He wasn’t as productive on the glass as he was in Tuesday’s loss to the Spurs, but many fantasy managers will be fine with the efficient 30-point effort from the rookie center. The Kings end Week 21 with a game against the Nets on Sunday, which could be another good game for Raynaud.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Monk appeared to injure his right shoulder on a first-half foul at the hands of Philadelphia’s Andre Drummond. He played 16 minutes before being ruled out for the night, finishing with four points, one rebound and five assists. Daeqwon Plowden, who started Thursday’s game for Nique Clifford, could see his minutes increase due to the Kings’ many injuries.
Source: Sean Cunningham
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
about 1 month ago
After a one-game absence, Vassell was back in the Spurs’ starting lineup on Thursday. His return coincided with Stephon Castle’s absence, as the reigning Rookie of the Year was out with a hip injury. Vassell may not have capitalized to the level fantasy managers hoped, but he shot 50 percent from the field on the night. Julian Champagnie (14 points, two rebounds, two assists, two blocks and four three-pointers) also reached double figures for the Spurs, who clinched a playoff spot with Thursday’s win.
SAS • Point Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Fox has scored at least 20 points in four of his last seven games, and he also provided solid value in the rebound category on Thursday. Since the All-Star break, the Spurs guard has provided eighth-round value in eight-cat formats. That isn’t on par with Fox’s ADP (39), but it isn’t the end of the world for him or those who have him rostered.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
The Spurs guaranteed themselves a top-6 finish in the Western Conference with Thursday’s victory, and Wembanyama stole the show. The 7-foot-4 phenom was dominant throughout but saved his best for last, knocking down a fadeaway jumper with 1.1 seconds remaining to cap the Spurs’ rally. Wembanyama has scored 30 points or more in three of his last five appearances, and he could make it four of six when the Spurs host the Pacers on Saturday.
Source: NBA
SAC • Shooting Guard • #29
about 1 month ago
With Nique Clifford sidelined with a hamstring injury, Plowden will enter the starting unit. This will be his third start of the season, and he has scored in double figures in six straight games. He’ll look to keep that streak alive in an expanded role.
Source: James Ham
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
about 1 month ago
The Spurs won’t have Stephon Castle for Thursday’s game, as he’s out with a hip injury. As a result, Barnes remains in the starting lineup, with Vassell back in the fold after a one-game absence.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
A late addition to the injury report, Castle is now officially out. With Devin Vassell back, Harrison Barnes may be able to make another start, increasing his streaming value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Due to tightness in his right hip, Castle is now questionable after being absent from the Spurs’ initial injury report. If he’s unable to play, Harrison Barnes may remain in the starting lineup, with Devin Vassell and Julian Champagnie shifting up a position.
Source: Paul Garcia
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Monk will return after a four-game absence, and he should pick up some of the backcourt slack while Nique Clifford (hamstring) is sidelined. Daeqwon Plowden could see fewer minutes with Monk back in action.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Unfortunately for fantasy managers, the rookie will have to sit out in the midst of a stretch of strong performances. Malik Monk is available and should pick up some of Clifford’s vacated minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
While Clifford has not missed any time, hamstring injuries can be tricky. As for Monk, he has missed the last four games, resulting in more playing time for Daeqwon Plowden. While he did exit Tuesday’s loss to the Spurs with a left leg injury, Plowden is not on the injury report for Thursday night.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Point Guard • #22
about 1 month ago
Carter continues to miss time with a calf injury, leaving Killian Hayes to handle the backup point guard duties in his absence. As long as the Kings are starting Russell Westbrook, there isn’t much to gain from rostering Hayes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
about 1 month ago
Vassell is back after sitting out Tuesday’s win over the Kings, which was the Spurs’ second game in as many nights. His return will likely bump Harrison Barnes to the bench, which lowers the veteran forward’s fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
about 1 month ago
This wasn’t a great performance for Westbrook, but the highlight of his night was that he passed Steve Nash to move into fifth place on the all-time assists list. Over his last five games, Westbrook has averaged 10.2 assists and has dishes out double-digit dimes in all but one of those. His appearances have been spotty with back-to-backs, but he should be available for the remainder of this week, barring a rest night against the tanking Nets on Sunday.
SAS • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Following a two-game absence with a calf injury, Harper was back in the lineup for San Antonio. In the blowout win, he ended up having a strong performance off the bench and was one of seven players to score in double figures for the Spurs. Harper has flashed plenty of upside this year, but that hasn’t led to much fantasy production. His role has been too limited, but it’s clear that he will be a fantasy star sooner rather than later.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
This wasn’t a standout performance for Wemby, which can be attributed to the lopsided score. They led by 31 points at halftime, which led to Wembanyama only playing 22 minutes in this game. He matched Keldon Johnson as the leading scorers for the Spurs, and seven players scored in double figures in the big win. Wemby will look to have a stronger performance against the Suns on Thursday.
SAS • Center • #40
about 1 month ago
Kornet will be available off the bench following a one-game absence. Mason Plumlee played six minutes off the bench on Monday with Kornet out, but he will be pushed out of the rotation with Kornet back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Harper will be back following a two-game absence. Carter Bryant took on extra minutes in his place, but he will take on a smaller role with Harper back in the mix.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Power Forward and Small Forward • #40
about 1 month ago
With Devin Vassell (ankle) sidelined, Barnes will make a return to the starting unit for the first time since before the All-Star break. Barnes isn’t a reliable fantasy option, but the extra minutes as a starter should result in a little extra production.
Source: Tom Osborn
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
about 1 month ago
Vassell is dealing with left ankle soreness and will miss the second leg of San Antonio’s back-to-back set. Carter Bryant and Keldon Johnson could see bumps in playing time as a result of Vassell’s absence.
Source: Paul Garcia
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
about 1 month ago
Vassell’s three-point shooting was the highlight of his outing on Monday. He was San Antonio’s leader in three-point makes, which allowed him to finish as one of four Spurs with at least 20 points against Los Angeles. The sixth-year guard’s production has gradually slipped over the past couple of years as his role has changed, but performances like Monday’s show that he’s still a capable scorer on a nightly basis. He could look to secure back-to-back 20-point games when the Spurs face the Kings on Tuesday.