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CHA • Power Forward • #31
12 months ago
Garrett is on a 10-day contract and may have already played his last game with Charlotte, and Salaun hasn’t played since March 8. Charlotte will be sorely shorthanded in this one, so the Hornets’ available players will be forced to handle additional minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Center • #5
12 months ago
Williams and Ball both played in Thursday’s win over the Knicks, so it’s no surprise that the pair will sit out the second leg of Charlotte’s back-to-back set. Jusuf Nurkic should slide into the starting five in place of Williams, while Ball’s vacated minutes will be picked up by some combination of Nick Smith Jr., DaQuan Jeffries and Seth Curry.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Center • #5
12 months ago
After really struggling in Charlotte’s blowout loss to Atlanta on Tuesday, Williams got back to providing dominant big man stats against New York. This was the sixth-straight game that he has played in, and he has recorded a double-double in five of them. Charlotte plays the second night of a back-to-back on Friday, which means that Williams is almost a guarantee to sit out. Moussa Diabate and Jusuf Nurkic will split the minutes at center against Oklahoma City, which isn’t an easy matchup for opposing bigs.
CHA • Power Forward and Small Forward • #0
12 months ago
Bridges was given a rest night on Tuesday against Atlanta, but he was listed as probable with an illness for this game, so perhaps that was the issue on Tuesday. There is a chance that the illness played a role in Bridges’ poor shooting night, and it ended up being the second-straight subpar shooting night for him after an excellent stretch. Charlotte still has two more games this week, including the second night of a back-to-back on Friday.
CHA • Point Guard • #1
12 months ago
Ball missed Tuesday’s game against Atlanta, but he was back against New York. He had some foul trouble that limited his minutes in this game, but he was still able to lead Charlotte in scoring and help them get a surprisingly big win over one of the top teams in the East. This was the first night of a back-to-back, and the Hornets also play on Sunday. If Ball is available for the remainder of the week, he’ll continue to produce elite value. However, there is a real chance that he sits out on Friday with his wrist ailment.
CHA • • #
12 months ago
Garrett has played well on his 10-day contract, but there will be some extra minutes off the bench available for Wendell Moore Jr. and Seth Curry. The final game of Garrett’s contract will be on Friday, unless they opt to sign him to a second 10-day deal.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Center • #14
12 months ago
Diabate had to be helped off the court on Tuesday and wasn’t able to put any weight on his leg after injuring his knee on Tuesday. Two days later, he’ll be good to go. That means he’ll continue to split the center minutes with Jusuf Nurkic off the bench. Mark Williams should sit out the second night of the back-to-back on Friday, which makes Diabate’s availability interesting. Charlotte could have opted to stagger their availability, though this could mean that Diabate will play both legs of the back-to-back despite the injury.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Point Guard • #1
12 months ago
Both players missed Tuesday’s game against Atlanta but were initially listed as probable against New York. They have now officially been cleared to return to the lineup, which means that Damion Baugh and Seth Curry should return to reserve roles.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
SAS • Power Forward • #10
12 months ago
San Antonio decided to go small on Wednesday, with Sochan replacing Bismack Biyombo (four points and four rebounds in 10 minutes) in the starting lineup. While it did not work to slow Karl-Anthony Towns, who scored 31 points, the Spurs neutralized the other Knicks starters. Sochan has reached double figures in his last five outings, but he’s ranked well outside the top 200 in eight- and nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. However, he’ll have a higher ceiling if interim coach Mitch Johnson sticks with Sochan at the five.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
12 months ago
Castle has scored 22 points or more in three of his last four outings, continuing to strengthen his case for Rookie of the Year. Over the past two weeks, the Spurs guard has averaged 19.4 points per game. Unfortunately for fantasy managers, limited production outside of points, rebounds and assists has limited Castle’s ceiling. However, the current situation in San Antonio makes him a player who must be rostered in standard leagues for the stretch run.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #54
12 months ago
Born in New York City and an alumnus of Seton Hall, Mamukelashvili had the best night of his NBA career on Wednesday. According to Justin Russo, he became the first player in NBA history to record at least 34 points and five rebounds in fewer than 20 minutes. While Mamukelashvili has rarely been a fantasy asset, he’s the kind of player who can emerge during the “silly season.” And with the Spurs playing two lottery-bound teams (Philadelphia and Toronto) to end Week 20, it would be unsurprising if Mamu could provide consistent value.
Source: Justin Russo
SAS • Power Forward • #10
12 months ago
The Spurs have replaced Bismack Biyombo at the center position with Sochan. Smaller, more athletic defenders tend to give Karl-Anthony Towns more trouble, which is likely why Sochan is in the lineup. This change raises Sochan’s fantasy ceiling, but he remains a late-round option at best.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAS • Point Guard • #11
12 months ago
McLaughlin has not picked up the minutes needed to impact fantasy basketball when he has been healthy, so fantasy managers should not expect much on Wednesday. Leave him on the waiver wire.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Power Forward • #31
12 months ago
Salaun was recalled from the Hornets’ G League affiliate but will not play on Thursday due to a sprained right ankle. His absence will only impact fantasy basketball if the Hornets are forced to play without Miles Bridges. Bridges is probable for Thursday’s game with an illness.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • • #
12 months ago
Garrett, who agreed to a 10-day contract on March 12, is dealing with a lower back issue. He was solid in 24 minutes against the Hawks on Tuesday, but that was with Miles Bridges unavailable. If Bridges can play against the Knicks, Garrett’s chances of getting the minutes needed to impact fantasy basketball are slim.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Center • #14
12 months ago
Diabate suffered what appeared to be a serious right leg injury during Tuesday’s loss to the Hawks. However, the fact that he’s considered questionable for Thursday night means he likely dodged a bullet. If Diabate cannot play against the Knicks, Jusuf Nurkic will likely see more time after logging 17 minutes in Tuesday’s defeat.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Point Guard • #1
12 months ago
Ball is coming back from a wrist injury that kept him out of Tuesday’s game against the Hawks. Bridges also sat out Tuesday, but it was just a rest day. Both of the Hornets’ stars are expected to return Thursday given their probable listings.
CHA • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #30
12 months ago
Curry moved into the starting lineup on Tuesday, as the Hornets were without Miles Bridges. The veteran guard had a good night shooting the ball, as he made over 50 percent of his attempts from the field and connected on four three-pointers. Curry is primarily a points and three-pointers option in category leagues, and nights like Tuesday have not been the norm for him this season. Fantasy managers can afford to leave Curry on the waiver wire.
CHA • G • #18
12 months ago
Baugh was recalled from the G League to start for LaMelo Ball, who sat out Tuesday’s game with a right wrist injury. Baugh’s rebound and assist production was solid, and he’ll be worth streaming whenever Ball misses games. Given how long LaMelo has been dealing with the wrist injury, it would be unsurprising if the Hornets eventually shut him down. Charlotte hosts New York on Thursday, the first of three games it will play to close out Week 20.
CHA • Guard-Forward • #3
12 months ago
Jeffries has started Charlotte’s last five games, reaching double figures on three occasions. While his fantasy value remains low, the opportunity to play starters’ minutes makes him worth a look, especially on nights like Tuesday. The Hornets were without LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges, raising Jeffries’ fantasy ceiling. And Charlotte’s schedule for the rest of Week 20 is good, as they’ll play three games in the final four days.
CHA • Center • #14
12 months ago
Diabate injured his right leg during the fourth quarter of Tuesday’s game, as it was pinned under his body as the Hornets forward fell to the court. He could not put any weight on the leg while being helped back to the locker room. An extended absence is possible, which could lead to the Hornets occasionally employing smaller lineups.
CHA • G • #18
12 months ago
The Hornets are without LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges for Tuesday’s game, meaning there will be a lot of minutes and shots available. Baugh and Curry move into the starting lineup, and they’re worth streaming in deep leagues due to the Hornets’ availability issues.
Source: NBA Lineups
CHA • • #
12 months ago
With LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges ruled out for Tuesday’s game, Garrett should play rotation minutes against the Hawks. He isn’t worth the risk in standard leagues, but deep-league managers may view Tuesday’s light schedule as a reason to stream Garrett.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Point Guard • #1
12 months ago
Ball was initially probable for Tuesday’s game but will not be available to face the Hawks. Marcus Garrett is available and should play rotation minutes, but fantasy managers should seek Nick Smith Jr. or Seth Curry first.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Point Guard • #1
12 months ago
Ball was given a probable tag on Monday evening, but his latest status update means he’s trending in the wrong direction. If he’s unable to go against Atlanta, Nick Smith Jr. and Seth Curry will presumably pick up the slack.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Guard • #12
12 months ago
Okogie last played on January 31, but it sounds like he’s nearing a return with the parent club. Even if he’s back on the court before the end of the season, Okogie won’t see enough run to be impactful for fantasy hoops managers.
Source: Greensboro Swarm on Twitter
CHA • Guard • #12
12 months ago
Okogie last played on January 31, but it sounds like he’s nearing a return with the parent club. Even if he’s back on the court before the end of the season, Okogie won’t see enough run to be impactful for fantasy hoops managers.
Source: Greensboro Swarm
SAS • Point Guard • #3
12 months ago
Paul continues to provide valuable leadership for the Spurs, and he finished Monday’s defeat with eight assists. However, the playing time has decreased. Paul has not surpassed 25 minutes in any of his last six appearances and hasn’t played 30 or more since February 25. With Victor Wembanyama and De’Aaron Fox out for the rest of the season and Paul’s minutes decreasing, it’s fair to wonder if he’ll be shut down at some point. However, CP3 is still playing and can provide value in the rebound and assist categories.
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
12 months ago
Since the All-Star break, Vassell has been a top-50 player in nine-cat while sitting just outside that threshold in eight-cat formats. Monday’s performance was good for the Spurs guard, who scored at least 17 points in three straight and four of his last five outings. As long as Vassell logs starters’ minutes, he’ll remain a valuable player to have rostered. Especially with De’Aaron Fox done for the rest of the season.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
12 months ago
Since the Spurs lost De’Aaron Fox to season-ending finger surgery, Castle has averaged 22.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 0.7 steals and 2.0 three-pointers per game as a starter. While the rookie has only been an 11th-round player in eight-cat formats during this three-game stretch, the opportunity is such that Castle should be picked up in standard leagues. He’s at 55 percent rostered in Yahoo! leagues, and the Spurs are scheduled to play three more games during Week 20.
SAS • Power Forward • #10
12 months ago
Sochan and Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt received their marching orders with 6:27 remaining after getting into an altercation. Sochan responded to a Vanderbilt forearm by hitting him with the ball, and the Lakers forward responded with a shove. Both players were grabbed by their respective teammates but were ejected for their actions. Sochan finished with 15 points, three rebounds, one assist and one three-pointer in 26 minutes.
SAS • Point Guard • #11
12 months ago
Even with De’Aaron Fox (finger) done for the season, McLaughlin’s availability does not impact fantasy basketball. There’s no need to consider rostering him.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Power Forward and Small Forward • #0
12 months ago
Bridges has produced at a high level for Charlotte recently, but they’ll give him the night off against Atlanta. Marcus Garrett, Nick Smith Jr. and Wendell Moore Jr. are all candidates to fill out the open spot in the starting lineup.
Source: Charlotte Hornets PR
CHA • Point Guard • #1
12 months ago
Ball has been dealing with a sore right wrist but has been active for the Hornets’ last four games. The probable tag suggests he will be able to play against the Hawks. If LaMelo cannot play, Nick Smith Jr. and Seth Curry may pick up additional minutes. Garrett’s availability does not impact fantasy basketball.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Point Guard • #1
12 months ago
Ball, who was seven years old when the Hornets last beat the Clippers on the road, struggled with his shot on Sunday. While he had a good night in the Hornets’ win over San Antonio on Friday, LaMelo has made 33.3 percent of his attempts from the field since the All-Star break. On Sunday, the point total and assist production wasn’t good enough to compensate for the poor shooting. Ball will look to bounce back when the Hornets host Atlanta on Tuesday.
CHA • Center • #5
12 months ago
Due to the nature of Sunday’s game, which the Hornets lost by a 123-88 final score, Williams only played 25 minutes. However, that did not prevent him from providing excellent value for those who have him rostered. Williams has played 29 minutes or less in his last five appearances but has provided top-25 value in nine-cat formats during this stretch. That’s a positive for fantasy managers, as Williams may not log starters’ minutes for the rest of the season. Nothing has been made official, but this is the time of year when lottery-bound teams look to improve their draft odds. The Hornets play four games during Week 20, starting with the Hawks on Tuesday.
SAS • Point Guard • #11
12 months ago
McLaughlin is dealing with a sore left Achilles tendon, but his status does not impact fantasy basketball. The veteran point guard has not surpassed seven minutes in any of the eight games he’s played for the Spurs this season.
Source: Matt Guzman
SAS • Small Forward • #0
12 months ago
Rostered in 36 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Johnson has provided respectable fantasy value since the All-Star break. He has been a 10th-round player in nine-cat formats since the break, averaging 16.6 points, 4.8 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 0.8 steals and 1.6 three-pointers per game. While Johnson doesn’t possess the upside of teammate Stephon Castle, injuries to other players have made him worthy of a look in 12-team leagues. And the Spurs have a good upcoming schedule, as they’ll play 12 games over weeks 20 through 22.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
12 months ago
Like teammate Devin Vassell, Castle did not shoot the ball well on Saturday. The good news for those who have him rostered is that the rookie dished out seven assists, his highest tally since March 1. Since the All-Star break, Castle is ranked just inside the top 200 in eight-cat per-game value. Under normal circumstances, there would be no reason for 54 percent of Yahoo! league managers to roster the rookie. However, with De’Aaron Fox and Victor Wembanyama done for the season, Castle is worth the risk in 12-team leagues.
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
12 months ago
Vassell’s field goal percentage was subpar, but the overall stat line was one that many fantasy managers would live with. Since the All-Star break, the Spurs wing has been a fourth-round player in nine-cat formats, rewarding those who did not drop Vassell in a panic while he struggled. And with De’Aaron Fox (finger) done for the season, the ball will be in Vassell’s hands more as the Spurs conclude their season. He can potentially be a league-winner, provided the shooting accuracy improves.
SAS • Center-Forward • #28
12 months ago
No surprise here as Bassey is now set to miss his seventh-straight game. Bismack Biyombo will continue to start for the Spurs. Bassey would be in line for a significant workload with San Antonio if he can just get healthy.
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
12 months ago
Vassell had been one of the primary beneficiaries of additional usage on the Spurs since Victor Wembanyama went down with a season-ending injury. Now the Spurs have been dealt another blow with De’Aaron Fox going down for the rest of the year. Vassell will continue to benefit along with Stephon Castle as the two led the Spurs in shot attempts Friday.
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
12 months ago
Vassell had been one of the primary beneficiaries of additional usage on the Spurs since Victor Wembanyama went down with a season-ending injury. Now the Spurs have been dealt another blow with De’Aaron Fox going down for the rest of the year. Vassell will continue to benefit along with Stephon Castle as the two led the Spurs in shot attempts Friday.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
12 months ago
Fantasy managers that dropped Castle after the Spurs acquired De’Aaron Fox must be kicking themselves now. The 20-year-old shooting guard had to hit the bench after San Antonio’s acquisition of Fox. He still had some good games, but his ceiling was certainly lower. Now with Fox out for the rest of the season, Castle will start again and has a chance to be a difference maker down the stretch of the season and in the fantasy playoffs.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
12 months ago
Fantasy managers that dropped Castle after the Spurs acquired De’Aaron Fox must be kicking themselves now. The 20-year-old shooting guard had to hit the bench after San Antonio’s acquisition of Fox. He still had some good games, but his ceiling was certainly lower. Now with Fox out for the rest of the season, Castle will start again and has a chance to be a difference maker down the stretch of the season and in the fantasy playoffs.
CHA • Shooting Guard • #10
12 months ago
Green has played at least 25 minutes in all seven games the Hornets have played in March, but the 24-year-old small forward has had more than three points in just two of those games. Green was on point with his 3-point shot Friday as he knocked down six shots from behind the arc. It was an impressive shooting display, but Green doesn’t warrant being rostered in fantasy leagues until he makes these occasional good games a more regular event.
CHA • Shooting Guard • #10
12 months ago
Green has played at least 25 minutes in all seven games the Hornets have played in March, but the 24-year-old small forward has had more than three points in just two of those games. Green was on point with his three-point shot Friday as he knocked down six shots from behind the arc. It was an impressive shooting display, but Green doesn’t warrant being rostered in fantasy leagues until he makes these occasional good games a more regular event.
CHA • Power Forward and Small Forward • #0
12 months ago
Bridges has scored at least 20 points in seven straight games and shot at least 50 percent from the field in each of his last three games. The 26-year-old small forward was just three rebounds and two assists shy of a triple-double against the Spurs. Bridges has been a top-10 fantasy value over the last two weeks with his uptick in scoring. Fantasy managers have to hope the Hornets allow him to continue playing through the fantasy playoffs as they did last season.
CHA • Power Forward and Small Forward • #0
12 months ago
Bridges has scored at least 20 points in seven straight games and shot at least 50 percent from the field in each of his last three games. The 26-year-old small forward was just three rebounds and two assists shy of a triple-double against the Spurs. Bridges has been a top-10 fantasy value over the last two weeks with his uptick in scoring. Fantasy managers have to hope the Hornets allow him to continue playing through the fantasy playoffs as they did last season.
SAS • Point Guard • #4
12 months ago
Charania’s report said that the surgery will take place on Tuesday and will expedite his recovery for next season. Fox suffered the injury during training camp and had been playing through it all season. Over the Spurs’ final 18 games of the regular season, Stephon Castle should slide into the starting lineup and have a chance to strengthen his case for Rookie of the Year. Fox averaged 19.7 points, 4.3 rebounds, 6.8 assists and 1.5 steals in 34 minutes across his 17 games with San Antonio this season.
Source: Shams Charania
SAS • Power Forward • #10
about 1 year ago
Sochan missed Monday’s game against the Mavericks with a calf injury, but returned Wednesday after a one-game absence despite initially being listed as questionable. The 21-year-old power forward poured in 18 points including two made 3-pointers. He also grabbed seven rebounds in just 24 minutes. Sochan has emerged as the big man with the most fantasy value on San Antonio in the wake of Victor Wembanyama’s season-ending injury.
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
about 1 year ago
Vassell hasn’t missed a game since December, but was listed as questionable with a wrist injury Wednesday. Nevertheless, the 24-year-old shooting guard suited up and had a double-double against the Mavericks. Vassell only scored 16 points on 14 shots, but was active on the glass with 10 rebounds and dished out six assists. He’s been one of the beneficiaries of Victor Wembanyama’s injury as he’s provided sixth-round fantasy value since the All-Star break.
SAS • Point Guard • #4
about 1 year ago
Fox scored at least 30 points for the first time in 17 games since he was acquired by the Spurs before the trade deadline. The 27-year-old point guard was just one rebound shy of a triple-double as he pulled down nine rebounds in the win over the Mavericks. Fox played 41 minutes Wednesday, but he had played less than 30 minutes in two of the previous four games. San Antonio could look to curtail his minutes down the stretch as their lottery chances become a priority, which would be frustrating for fantasy managers.
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
about 1 year ago
Vassell hasn’t missed a game since December, but he could be sidelined against Dallas. Stephon Castle would likely replace him in the starting lineup, though Julian Champagnie is also a candidate. Castle would be the better streaming option regardless of who starts.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Power Forward • #10
about 1 year ago
Sochan missed the second leg of San Antonio’s back-to-back when they played Dallas on Monday, but there is a chance that he is back for the rematch. Keldon Johnson scored 28 points off the bench with Sochan out but will likely take a production hit if Sochan returns.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
about 1 year ago
Vassell had been quieter over San Antonio’s last two games after scoring 37 points last week, but he got back on track as a scoring option on Monday. His slump appears to be over, and he has contributed value in other areas, which has helped his fantasy impact. He has averaged 18.5 points, five rebounds, 3.4 assists, 1.6 steals and 2.8 three-pointers per game over the last two weeks, which ranks inside the top-40 in nine-cat scoring. He should continue to be a strong option for the rest of the season.
SAS • Small Forward • #0
about 1 year ago
Johnson came up big in the second half of Monday’s game, scoring 20 of his 28 points after the break. That wasn’t enough for San Antonio to get the win, but he did tie his season-high for scoring, which he has now reached three times this season. Johnson isn’t a great option in category formats, but he is more than capable of getting hot and knocking down a ton of shots. They play Dallas again on Wednesday, and Johnson will look to keep the offensive production going.
SAS • Power Forward and Small Forward • #40
about 1 year ago
Despite being a consistent starter, Barnes has been a non-factor in fantasy basketball this season. He’s an efficient player that can hit some three-pointers, but he doesn’t help in any individual category. However, he was unconscious as a scorer in Monday’s loss. His two missed field goal attempts were both three-pointers, meaning he made all eight of his two-point attempts. He didn’t enjoy that same success at the free throw line as he made just one of his three shots. This was an excellent performance from him, but there is a reason that he is rostered in just 13 percent of Yahoo! leagues despite playing 27.4 minutes per game.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 year ago
Castle is officially available for Monday’s game after his status was upgraded throughout the afternoon. He’ll remain one of the Spurs’ key contributors off the bench and should be rostered in standard leagues.
Source: Raul Dominguez Jr.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 year ago
Initially questionable for Monday’s game, Castle has been upgraded to probable. He’ll continue to serve as one of the Spurs’ key options off the bench, and the guard has strengthened his case for Rookie of the Year honors with his recent performances.
Source: Michael C. Wright