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SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 5 hours ago
While he was responsible for six turnovers, Castle also finished three rebounds shy of a triple-double. Since the All-Star break, the second-year guard has provided sixth-round value in eight-cat formats. Castle’s fantasy value has increased steadily throughout the season, as he’s bounced back nicely from a slow start. Two of San Antonio’s four Week 21 games, Sacramento and Indiana, are against teams focused on the future, which could make for good nights for Castle.
SAS • Point Guard • #4
about 5 hours ago
Fox didn’t put up a great field goal percentage on Saturday, but he did provide fantasy managers with a complete stat line. However, he has shot 51.1 percent from the field since the All-Star break, so Saturday’s effort was very much a one-off for the Spurs’ guard. Fox will look to get Week 21 off to a good start when the Spurs visit the Clippers on Monday.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 5 hours ago
Wemby and the Spurs seemed intent on avenging their loss to the Hornets earlier this season in Saturday’s rematch. The 7-foot-4 phenom was dominant, finishing two assists shy of a triple-double while also recording five defensive contributions. The Spurs open their four-game Week 21 with a road back-to-back against the Clippers and Kings on Monday and Tuesday.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 8 hours ago
Wembanyama is back after missing Thursday’s loss to the Nuggets with ankle soreness. The 22-year-old center’s return will push Luke Kornet to the bench. Kornet had no points and three rebounds in 25 minutes against the Nuggets.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 8 hours ago
Wembanyama is back after a one-game absence due to right ankle soreness. The 22-year-old center’s return to the lineup will push Luke Kornet back to his role as the backup center. Wembanyama had 39 points and 11 rebounds in Tuesday’s win over the Celtics.
SAS • Shooting Guard • #
about 8 hours ago
Harper was initially listed as questionable with a calf contusion, but has since been ruled out for Saturday’s game against the Hornets. The 20-year-old point guard suffered the injury during Thursday’s loss to the Nuggets, though he returned to finish the game with 13 points, five rebounds and five assists in 24 minutes. Carter Bryant should see more minutes with Harper sidelined, but isn’t worth the risk in most fantasy leagues.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
1 day ago
Watson is out for Saturday’s game, but he could return to action at some point next week. His eventual return likely affects Julian Strawther and Spencer Jones more than anyone else, as those two have seen their opportunities increase since Watson strained his hamstring in early February.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
1 day ago
Murray and Gordon are back on the injury report, but both players are listed as probable, so they should be able to play. Gordon did not play in Thursday’s win over the Spurs, with Spencer Jones replacing him in the starting lineup. Fantasy managers should plan for Gordon and Murray to take on their usual responsibilities, which would push Jones to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Shooting Guard • #
1 day ago
Harper suffered a right calf contusion during Thursday’s loss to the Nuggets, but he was able to return after a brief period on the bench. If he’s unable to play against the Hornets, that may free up a few minutes for Carter Bryant, whose playing time decreased on Thursday due to Harrison Barnes’ return from an ankle injury.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
1 day ago
Wembanyama did not play in Thursday’s loss to the Nuggets, prompting Luke Kornet to move into the starting lineup. Kornet did not offer much production in that role, leading the Spurs to go without a true center for extended periods.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Power Forward and Small Forward • #40
2 days ago
After a five-game absence, Barnes did not miss a beat on Thursday. With a stat line that only lacked a blocked shot, the 20 points were the most in a game for the veteran forward since December 23, when he hit that number in a win over the Thunder. Barnes’ return meant less playing time for Carter Bryant, who finished with 10 points, three rebounds, one assist and one three-pointer in nine minutes.
SAS • Point Guard • #4
2 days ago
While the foul shooting remains problematic, Fox’s overall stat line in Thursday’s defeat was one that most fantasy managers will take. He’s now recorded nine assists or more in four straight appearances, the Spurs’ guard’s most productive run in that category this season. Also, he’s scored at least 20 points in three straight and four of his last five.
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
2 days ago
After shooting 6-of-8 from three in a March 3 blowout of the 76ers, Vassell would shoot 5-of-21 from beyond the arc in the following four games. He snapped out of that slump on Thursday, knocking down four of his ten attempts. The overall stat line was solid, and Vassell has been a top-100 player since the All-Star break. He’ll look to finish Week 20 in a high note when the Spurs host the Hornets on Saturday.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
2 days ago
Castle had an excellent night, albeit in a losing effort. The second-year guard picked up the slack on a night when the Spurs didn’t have Victor Wembanyama (ankle), recording his third career triple-double. Just as positive for fantasy managers is that Castle continues to take better care of the basketball. Counting Thursday, he’s recorded two assists or fewer in seven of his last eight appearances. The Spurs host the Hornets on Saturday in what could be another high-scoring affair.
DEN • Small Forward • #21
2 days ago
The Nuggets did not have Aaron Gordon (hamstring) for Thursday’s game, resulting in Jones making his first start since February 4. Unsurprisingly, as he made 34 prior starts due to the Nuggets’ injury issues earlier this season, Jones was ready for the moment. Shooting 3-of-6 from beyond the arc, the second-year forward’s 19 points were the most in a game for him since dropping 28 on the Mavericks on December 1. Gordon sat out for injury management reasons, so he should be back on Saturday against the Lakers. If not, Jones would make for a worthwhile pickup in deep leagues.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
2 days ago
The “Blue Arrow” was at his best when the Nuggets needed him most, scoring 16 points in the third quarter on 6-of-8 shooting from the field. Murray was efficient throughout the night, making over half of his shot attempts and going a perfect 15-of-15 from the foul line. For the first time in just over a month, the Nuggets guard has scored at least 30 points in consecutive games. Murray will look to make it three straight when the Nuggets visit the Lakers on Saturday.
DEN • Center • #15
2 days ago
Despite appearing a bit fatigued to begin Thursday’s game, which was their second in as many nights, the Nuggets rallied in the second half to pick up one of their best wins of the season. Jokić recorded another elite stat line, posting his 27th triple-double of the season. Also, this was the 10th triple-double of his career in which the three-time MVP accounted for at least 30 points and 20 rebounds. The Nuggets play once more in Week 20, Saturday night against the Lakers.
Source: Denver Nuggets
SAS • Center • #40
2 days ago
The Spurs won’t have Victor Wembanyama, who’s missing a game for the first time since early January with a sore right ankle. Kornet moves into the starting lineup, which makes him a worthwhile streamer. Mason Plumlee may also see some action off the bench in what would be his Spurs debut.
Source: San Antonio Spurs
DEN • Small Forward • #21
2 days ago
The Nuggets won’t have Aaron Gordon for Thursday’s game, as he sits after logging 22 minutes in Wednesday’s win over the Rockets. As a result, Jones returns to the starting lineup, but he’ll have limited streaming value in that role.
Source: Denver Nuggets
SAS • Power Forward and Small Forward • #40
2 days ago
Barnes will return after missing San Antonio’s last five games. Carter Bryant has taken on extra minutes off the bench with Barnes sidelined, though that hasn’t led to much fantasy production. However, he’ll likely lose minutes with Barnes back.
Source: Tom Osborn
SAS • Shooting Guard • #43
2 days ago
Waters is good to go for Thursday’s game, but so is Harrison Barnes (ankle). As a result, fantasy managers can leave Waters on the waiver wire.
Source: Jeff Garcia
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
2 days ago
Wemby will miss a game for the first time since early January. He could return to take on the Hornets on Saturday, but Luke Kornet should enter the starting unit for this game and try to slow down Nikola Jokic.
Source: Jared Weiss
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
2 days ago
Despite being limited to 22 minutes in Wednesday’s win over the Rockets, Gordon will not play on Thursday. While Cameron Johnson and Tim Hardaway Jr. should see their usage numbers increase, Spencer Jones may be inserted into the starting lineup.
Source: Vinny Benedetto
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
2 days ago
Gordon played just 22 minutes in last night’s blowout win over the Rockets but scored zero points and grabbed four rebounds. It now seems that Denver is thinking about having him sit out the second leg of their back-to-back, which could mean more usage and minutes for Cameron Johnson and Tim Hardaway Jr.
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #2
3 days ago
Having struggled for most of the season, Johnson’s line on Wednesday was in line with what many fantasy managers hoped to get from him consistently. He shot 3-of-3-of-5 from beyond the arc, while recording a complete stat line. The Nuggets play two more games in Week 20, starting with the Spurs on Thursday, and they’ll need Wednesday’s version of Johnson consistently if they’re to make a deep playoff run.
DEN • Shooting Guard • #0
3 days ago
After totaling 11 points on 4-of-13 shooting in his prior two appearances, Braun needed a night like Wednesday. The 19 points were the most he’s had in a game since February 27, when the Nuggets’ wing dropped 23 in a loss to the Thunder. Since the All-Star break, Braun sits just inside the top-150 in category league value. His status as a starter makes him a player worth holding onto, but the chances of Braun being a difference-maker during the playoff weeks are slim.
DEN • Center • #15
3 days ago
Obviously, Jokić has recorded far more robust stat lines than the one he produced in Wednesday’s 36-point victory. However, the three-time MVP had his triple-double by the end of the third quarter, the 83rd time in his career that The Joker has accomplished this feat. The Nuggets play two more games in Week 20, starting with the Spurs on Thursday, so getting a little extra rest was a good deal for Jokić.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
3 days ago
Murray and the Nuggets rolled to a 129-93 victory, pulling away thanks to a dominant third quarter. While Murray wasn’t too involved in the 40-point period, scoring four points, he shouldered most of the scoring workload in the first half. The 30 points were the second-most he’s scored in a game this month, trailing only his 45-point effort against the Jazz on March 2.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
3 days ago
Watson, who has not appeared in a game since February 4, is closing in on a return to action. However, his only live action has come against the Nuggets’ coaching staff and Aaron Gordon when the forward was ramping up for his return from a strained hamstring. The question for Watson is whether he’ll be able to play the minutes needed to affect fantasy basketball in time for the fantasy playoff weeks.
Source: Vinny Benedetto
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
3 days ago
Murray and Johnson were initially probable for Wednesday’s game. They’ll take on their usual roles in the Nuggets’ starting lineup, with the latter looking to get untracked after struggling recently.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Shooting Guard • #43
3 days ago
Waters’ availability does not affect fantasy basketball, as he is not guaranteed to play rotation minutes when available. And with Harrison Barnes potentially returning from an ankle injury, there will be even fewer opportunities available to Waters.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
3 days ago
Wembanyama is dealing with right ankle soreness after playing 37 minutes in Tuesday’s win over the Celtics. If he were to sit out Thursday’s game, the Spurs would turn to Luke Kornet to fill the resulting void in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Power Forward and Small Forward • #40
3 days ago
Barnes has missed the Spurs’ last five games with a left ankle impingement. His absence has resulted in more playing time for rookie Carter Bryant. While his production has not made him a consistent factor in fantasy basketball, Bryant has had some positive moments since his playing time increased.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
4 days ago
The turnovers were rough, but this was a dominant outing from Wemby. He matched his career high for three-pointers in a game while also having his highest-scoring performance since before the All-Star break. Wemby has been on a tear recently and has been the best player in nine-category leagues over the past two months. They only play two more games this week, with the next one coming against the Nuggets on Thursday in what should be an exciting matchup between two of the league’s best centers.
SAS • Point Guard • #4
4 days ago
Fox struggled coming out of the All-Star break, but he has been on fire recently. Over his last four games, he has averaged 23.3 points, 7.8 assists, 2.0 triples and just 1.5 turnovers per game while shooting 59.4 percent from the floor. His impact has been limited by him shooting 42.9 percent from the free throw line during this stretch, though he has only taken a total of seven shots from the charity stripe. His free throw shooting has been rough since the All-Star break, though the volume has been too small for it to drastically limit his fantasy production.
SAS • Shooting Guard • #43
4 days ago
Added to the injury report early Tuesday afternoon, Waters is now out. His absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as he has not been a consistent member of the Spurs’ rotation when healthy.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #2
4 days ago
While Johnson is dealing with back spasms, the probable tag suggests that he’s on track to play Wednesday night. If he’s unable to go, Julian Strawther is the most likely replacement in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
4 days ago
Murray injured his ankle on Friday but played through it on Monday, scoring 21 points in 37 minutes. He should play his usual workload against Houston on Wednesday, though if something changes, Jalen Pickett should step into a starting role.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
4 days ago
Watson, who has been out since straining his hamstring during a February 4 loss to the Knicks, remains out for at least one more game. Tim Hardaway Jr. and Bruce Brown have picked up additional minutes recently, especially as Cameron Johnson continues to struggle.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Center • #22
4 days ago
Plumlee is available to make his Spurs debut, but he’s unlikely to see much time on the court with both Victor Wembanyama and Luke Kornet available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Shooting Guard • #43
4 days ago
Carter Bryant could pick up a few extra minutes, but Waters III hasn’t seen enough minutes for his potential absence to be impactful in the world of fantasy hoops.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Point Guard • #
5 days ago
Hardaway had one of his most productive nights of the season on Monday. The eight triples represented a new season-high, and his 28 points were the most in a game for him since dropping 30 in a January 29 win over the Nets. This issue, as far as Hardaway’s fantasy value is concerned, is that he has not provided much value outside of points and three-pointers. For those needing a specialist in deeper leagues, he’s worth a look. For others, Monday’s effort did not change much.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
5 days ago
Denver having two days off after Friday’s loss to the Knicks worked in the team’s favor, as Murray did not miss any games after exiting that contest before halftime. While he was able to play 37 minutes on Monday, the Nuggets guard missed all four of his three-point attempts on the night. However, Murray made just under half of his two-point attempts, and category league managers will be pleased with the rebounds and assists. Denver has a midweek back-to-back against the Rockets and Spurs that could be problematic for Murray, given the recent injury.
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
5 days ago
Gordon was scalding hot to begin Monday’s game, shooting 5-of-5 from the field and scoring 19 points in the first quarter. Unfortunately, the Nuggets forward cooled off considerably as the Thunder devoted more attention to him defensively, with Gordon making one of his final ten attempts from the field. Fantasy managers will certainly take the final stat line, but some will lament what could have been after the hot start.
DEN • Center • #15
5 days ago
Jokić nearly helped get the Nuggets to overtime on Monday, as his three-pointer combined with a Jamal Murray free throw for a foul off the ball tied the game with 8.4 seconds remaining. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had other ideas, however, as his three-pointer gave the Thunder their second win over the Nuggets in less than two weeks. However, fantasy managers will be focused more on Jokić recording his 24th triple-double of the season than on the result. The Nuggets play three more games in Week 20, all against teams fighting for playoff seeding in the West.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
5 days ago
Murray, who sprained his left ankle during the second quarter of Friday’s loss to the Thunder, is officially available for Monday’s game. He’ll take on his usual role as the Nuggets’ starting point guard, while Jalen Pickett remains on the back end of the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Center • #22
5 days ago
Plumlee may be available for Tuesday’s game. However, with Victor Wembanyama and Luke Kornet healthy, he’s unlikely to get the time needed to merit rostering in fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Power Forward and Small Forward • #40
5 days ago
Barnes remains out, with Tuesday’s game marking the fifth he’s missed due to a left ankle impingement. His absence has freed up rotation minutes for rookie Carter Bryant. While he hasn’t been productive enough to affect fantasy basketball, Bryant has provided solid contributions on both ends of the floor.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Shooting Guard • #
6 days ago
Rostered in 19 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Harper’s place within the Spurs’ rotation makes him a challenging player to trust in 12-team leagues. However, the rookie has been productive enough to merit rostering in deeper redraft leagues, and his dynasty league value remains high. Harper and the Spurs begin a three-game Week 20 on Tuesday against the Celtics.
SAS • Small Forward • #0
6 days ago
After totaling 18 points on 6-of-15 shooting from the field in his prior two games, Johnson recorded his first 20-point game since February 11 on Sunday. And given the limited value he provides outside of points and rebounds, Johnson’s category league value takes a significant hit when the scoring decreases. Since the All-Star break, his value has not cracked the top-250 in eight- or nine-cat formats. For that reason, it was good to see Johnson get untracked against the Rockets.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
6 days ago
Castle was one of three Spurs to score at least 20 points on Sunday, with Victor Wembanyama and Keldon Johnson being the others. The second-year guard may not have recorded any defensive stats, but he was efficient on the other end of the floor. Since the All-Star break, Castle has recorded two turnovers or fewer in seven of San Antonio’s ten games. Wemby may be the headliner, and with good reason, but Castle’s improved efficiency as a playmaker has also given the Spurs, 9-1 since the break, a boost.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
6 days ago
Wemby put on a show on Sunday, recording a robust stat line in the Spurs’ 145-120 victory to end Week 19 on a high note. He’s now rejected at least four shots in five straight and seven of his last eight games, his most productive stretch of the season in that category. Add in the points and rebounds, and it’s easy to see why Wembanyama is one of the best players in fantasy basketball, regardless of position. The Spurs play three games in Week 20, starting with the Celtics on Tuesday.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
6 days ago
Murray exited Friday’s loss to the Knicks during the second quarter with a sprained left ankle. While he was officially considered questionable to return, the Nuggets’ star point guard did not, as the game had gotten out of hand. Jalen Pickett and Julian Strawther are the players most impacted by Murray’s availability. While the former is a point guard, the latter could be the starter if Murray sits, with Denver leaning even more on Nikola Jokić’s playmaking.
Source: Tim MacMahon
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
8 days ago
Murray sprained his left ankle during the second quarter of Friday’s game and walked back to the locker room with assistance. While the Nuggets announced at the start of the third quarter that the point guard was questionable to return, he never did. And with Denver on the wrong end of a blowout, there was no need for him to play. Tyus Jones made his Nuggets debut, finishing with three points, one rebound and one assist in 12 minutes. He and Jalen Pickett (one assist in nine minutes) could be asked to do more if Murray isn’t available for Monday’s game against the Thunder.
Source: Vinny Benedetto
DEN • Center • #15
8 days ago
Jokić put up a gaudy points tally against the Knicks, who were able to limit his influence as a rebounder and playmaker. A major issue for The Joker and his teammates was three-point shooting, as the Nuggets shot 8-of-40 on the night. Fantasy managers who have Jokić on their rosters are likely pleased by the output, even if he missed out on a triple-double.
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
8 days ago
Friday’s game was the first for Gordon since January 23, and to no one’s surprise, his playing time was limited. The veteran forward logged 21 minutes, checking out for good early in the fourth quarter with the Nuggets on the wrong end of a blowout. Gordon missed his final six shot attempts after an early dunk, but he’ll have better nights. Finished in Week 19, the Nuggets play four games in Week 20, starting with the Thunder on Monday.
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #2
8 days ago
Back in the Nuggets’ lineup after missing two games with a sprained ankle, Johnson played 22 minutes on Friday. He was under a minutes restriction, but the fact that the Nuggets were blown out may have put Johnson on the bench earlier than anticipated. Denver doesn’t play again until Monday in Oklahoma City, the first of four games they’ll play in Week 20.
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
8 days ago
At long last, the Nuggets will have their preferred starting five on the court. Johnson (ankle) and Gordon (hamstring) are back from injury and will start, but both are under minutes restrictions. Julian Strawther and Zeke Nnaji have returned to the bench after starting Thursday’s win over the Lakers.
Source: NBA Lineups
DEN • Small Forward • #21
8 days ago
Jones is back after missing three games with a shoulder injury, but so are Aaron Gordon and Cameron Johnson. Playing time may be limited for Jones, who should not be rostered in redraft leagues.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #2
8 days ago
Injured on March 1, Johnson is good to go for Friday’s game. He will be under a minutes limit on Friday, which may leave Julian Strawther in the starting lineup. Fantasy-wise, Johnson has been a disappointment in his first season with the Nuggets. More important for him is to be healthy and playing well going into the postseason.
Source: Denver Nuggets