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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
DET • Small Forward • #9
3 days ago
Injured during Thursday’s loss to the Spurs, Thompson has not appeared in a game since. Marcus Sasser has moved into the starting lineup, but Thompson’s absence has also resulted in more minutes for Ron Holland II. Holland offers a slightly higher short-term fantasy ceiling while the Pistons await Ausar’s return.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #3
3 days ago
LeVert has missed the two games with a sprained left wrist, and it appears likely that he’ll miss a third on Thursday. Kevin Huerter’s playing time has increased in recent games, and he should continue to play rotation minutes off the bench due to LeVert’s injury.
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.
DET • Center • #0
4 days ago
On the same night that Bam Adebayo scored 83 points, Duren had 26 points in 23 minutes in the blowout victory over the Nets. The 22-year-old center was 9-of-10 from the field and 8-of-10 from the free throw line. The Pistons cleared their bench with the game out of reach in the second half, but Duren still had a great game. He’s provided third-round per game value over the last two weeks.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
4 days ago
Coming off a four-game losing streak that included an embarrassing home loss to the Nets with Cunningham out of the lineup, the Pistons were highly motivated for Tuesday’s game against the Nets. Cunningham was able to produce 21 points, 15 assists and four three-pointers in just 26 minutes in the 138-100 victory. The Pistons have three more games this week, starting with a matchup against the 76ers on Thursday.
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
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
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.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
6 days ago
Cunningham missed Saturday’s home loss to the Nets with a quad injury, but returned Sunday against the Heat. The Pistons still suffered a similar result, falling to the Heat by 11 points, though Cunningham played well with 26 points and 10 assists. He’s provided third-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Pistons have four games coming up in Week 20, starting with a matchup against the Nets on Tuesday.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
6 days ago
Cunningham is back after missing Saturday’s loss to the Nets. His return pushes Daniss Jenkins to the bench, with Marcus Sasser starting alongside the Pistons’ All-Star guard. Duncan Robinson, Tobias Harris and Jalen Duren complete the starting five.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
6 days ago
Cunningham is on track to play after sitting out Saturday’s loss to the Nets. His return would push Marcus Sasser to the bench, where there may still be some minutes available to the young guard with Caris LeVert (wrist) out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #3
6 days ago
LeVert played 16 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Nets. With Cade Cunningham considered probable, he can absorb LeVert’s minutes, and then some. According to Pistons head coach J.B. Bickerstaff, there is no timeline for LeVert’s return.
Source: Coty M. Davis
DET • Center • #0
7 days ago
While the field-goal percentage wasn’t great, most managers who have Duren on their rosters will be pleased with his final line. The Pistons center recorded a double-double with four defensive contributions after playing just 12 minutes in Thursday’s loss to the Spurs due to foul trouble. And Duren will have another opportunity to put up numbers in Week 19, as the Pistons face the Heat on Sunday.
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
7 days ago
Harris’ 18 points led the way for the shorthanded Pistons, and the double-double was his first since a February 19 win over the Knicks and third of the season. Due to Cade Cunningham’s quad injury, Harris’s offensive ceiling has been raised for the end of Week 19. If Cunningham can’t play on Friday against the Heat, that’s another game in which Harris could prove more valuable to fantasy managers.
DET • Point Guard • #24
7 days ago
With no Cade Cunningham (quad) or Ausar Thompson (ankle), the Pistons called on Jenkins and Marcus Sasser to start against the Nets. The former had an opportunity to tie the game in the Pistons’ penultimate possession, but his shot was short of the mark. Jenkins did record nine assists and two steals, so those who streamed him received solid value in those categories. As for Sasser, he accounted for eight points, three rebounds, four assists, five steals and two three-pointers. The Pistons are likely to be without Thompson for multiple games, and Cunningham’s status for Sunday’s game against the Heat remains undetermined. As a result, Jenkins and Sasser could be in line for another start.
DET • Point Guard • #25
7 days ago
The Pistons will roll out a new starting backcourt on Saturday, as Cade Cunningham and Ausar Thompson are out due to injury. Jenkins and Sasser will start, with the former offering a higher streaming ceiling.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAS • Power Forward and Small Forward • #40
7 days ago
Sunday’s game will be the fourth that Barnes has missed with an ankle injury. Carter Bryant has seen his playing time increase, and the rookie has taken advantage, most recently playing crunch-time minutes during the Spurs’ comeback win over the Clippers on Friday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Center • #0
7 days ago
Duren is officially available after landing on the injury report with back spasms. He’ll occupy his usual place within the Pistons’ starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Small Forward • #9
7 days ago
Thompson sprained his ankle during Thursday’s loss to the Spurs and has already been ruled out for Saturday’s game against the Nets, and Sunday’s matchup with the Heat may be off the table as well. Ausar’s absence may lead to Ron Holland moving into the starting lineup, which would raise the second-year wing’s short-term fantasy ceiling.
Source: Omari Sankofa
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
7 days ago
Cunningham is set to miss just his eighth game of the season. The Pistons will be severely shorthanded against the Nets as they’ll also be without starting small forward Ausar Thompson (ankle). Daniss Jenkins will likely start for the Pistons and is a recommended streaming option in standard leagues.
SAS • Small Forward • #30
8 days ago
Champagnie’s 20 points and five three-pointers helped the Spurs dig their way out of a 25-point deficit before beating the Clippers 116-112. The 24-year-old small forward had four three-pointers in the third quarter alone. He’s provided fifth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Spurs close out Week 19 against the Rockets on Sunday.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
8 days ago
Wembanyama has now scored at least 25 points in three of his last four games. The 22-year-old center has three double-doubles and 19 blocks in that span. Wembanyama has been the top player in per game value over the last two weeks. The Spurs close out Week 19 against the Rockets on Sunday.
SAS • Small Forward • #30
8 days ago
Initially questionable with a sore right knee, Champagnie is good to go. He’ll occupy his usual place in the Spurs’ starting lineup.
Source: Paul Garcia
DET • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #
8 days ago
An eye injury forced Holland’s premature exit from Thursday’s loss to the Spurs, resulting in a few more minutes for fellow reserve Kevin Huerter. Holland’s absence from the injury report means that he’s good to go for Saturday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Small Forward • #9
8 days ago
Thompson appeared to roll his ankle early in the first quarter of Thursday’s loss to the Spurs, so it’s no surprise he’s already been ruled out for Saturday’s game against the Nets with a right ankle sprain. Ron Holland (eye) could move into the starting lineup as he’s off the injury report.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
8 days ago
Cunningham is dealing with a left quad contusion, which he suffered during Thursday’s loss to the Spurs. If he’s unable to play against the Nets, the Pistons will likely turn to Daniss Jenkins to fill the void. Given the matchup, Jenkins would be a worthwhile streamer.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Center • #0
8 days ago
Duren is probable for Saturday’s game against the Nets with low back spasms. The 22-year-old center is likely to suit up and will be looking to extend his streak of six consecutive games with a double-double. A first-time All-Star, Duren has been one of the most consistent centers in fantasy basketball this year.
SAS • Small Forward • #30
8 days ago
Champagnie is dealing with right knee soreness that may keep him out for the second leg of San Antonio’s back-to-back set. If Champagnie is ultimately ruled out, Devin Vassell and Keldon Johnson could pick up some extra minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Power Forward and Small Forward • #40
8 days ago
Barnes will surprisingly miss a third straight game which should lead to additional playing time for Carter Bryant, but San Antonio’s deep rotation limits Bryant’s fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
9 days ago
Castle recorded a second straight double-double, making this the 10th time this season he’s finished with at least 10 assists. He didn’t do much scoring, but with Victor Wembanyama and De’Aaron fox combining for 67 points, he didn’t need to. Castle has been a solid source of assists and steals in his second season in the league, though he has been limited in category leagues by in inefficiencies. However, he has shot at least 50 percent from the floor in each of his last two games and has a total of four turnovers over his last four games. It’s a solid stretch, but managers shouldn’t expect the trend to continue.
SAS • Point Guard • #4
9 days ago
It has been a rough stretch for Fox since the All-Star break, but he was able to get on track in this one. This was his highest-scoring performance since Jan. 22, and it came after he scored a total of 32 points across their previous three games. There weren’t any issues when the Spurs were winning, but his seven-point outing in the loss to the Knicks stuck out. It was good to see him have a night like this, and it will hopefully carry over into their matchup with the Clippers on Friday.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
9 days ago
Wemby wasn’t aggressive on offense in the Spurs’ 40-point win over the 76ers on Tuesday, but in a nationally-televised matchup with the top team in the East, he made a massive impact on both ends of the floor. The points, rebounds, blocks and triples were dominant, but nothing new for him. However, he hasn’t been this dominant at the free throw line often, and this was only the fifth time this season he finished without a turnover. He’ll continue to pour in the stats moving forward, with a matchup with the Clippers up next on the schedule on Friday.
DET • Center and Power Forward • #28
9 days ago
In his second game back after serving a seven-game suspension, Stewart was able to make a big impact off the bench with Jalen Duren limited to 12 minutes due to foul trouble. This was a strong performance for Beef Stew in what has been a strong season for him, though performances like this won’t come consistently when Duren is healthy. Still, this was a productive outing for him.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
9 days ago
Though this was another inefficient performance for Cunningham, he was better as a scorer than he was in Cleveland on Tuesday, when he was held to just 10 points. However, over his last five games, he has averaged 5.2 turnovers per game. Turnovers have been a weak category for him all season, but this has been a rough stretch by his standards. Still, the counting stats were strong, and he gets an easier matchup against the Nets in their next outing on Saturday.
DET • Point Guard • #24
9 days ago
Ausar Thompson injured his ankle in the first quarter, and while there was no official diagnosis from the Pistons, he didn’t end up returning. Jenkins ended up starting the second half in his place, but he did nothing in his 14 minutes. He missed all six of his shot attempts, and his only stats were one assist and one turnover. Jenkins has been effective as a starter in the past, so if he gets the opportunity to start if Thompson misses time beyond this game, he should be better than he was in this game.
DET • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #
9 days ago
Holland had been playing well in this game, scoring 10 points in 12 minutes prior to his exit. Kevin Huerter may see a few extra minutes if Holland misses time beyond the end of this game.
Source: Pistons PR
SAS • Center • #22
10 days ago
Plumlee’s continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as the other Spurs’ post players are all healthy.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Power Forward and Small Forward • #40
10 days ago
After missing a game for the first time since December 4, 2021, on Tuesday, Barnes will remain out for Thursday’s matchup with the Pistons. Carter Bryant should once again pick up rotation minutes, but there isn’t much fantasy value to be had in streaming the rookie.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Power Forward • #
11 days ago
The rookie hasn’t played a consistent role this season, and he only took on extended minutes in this game because of the lopsided score. However, it was the third time in the past month that he hit three triples in a game, and he set a new career high for rebounds. Bryant is most known for his defense, but if he can knock down shots from deep consistently, he’ll have a bright future ahead of him.
SAS • Shooting Guard • #
11 days ago
Fresh off winning Western Conference Rookie of the Month, Harper was able to have his first 20-point outing since January and his sixth of the season. Harper hasn’t done much for fantasy managers throughout his rookie year, but he still holds plenty of upside for dynasty managers. He just turned 20 years old and will look to remain an effective option off the bench for the remainder of the season.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
11 days ago
Wembanyama only needed to play 24 minutes in the blowout win in Philadelphia, which limited his scoring output. However, even with less time on the court, he still made a big impact on the defensive end. He has 32 blocks and nine steals since the All-Star break, which has helped make up for some subpar offensive performances. Following a five-game road trip, they’ll head home for their next six games, with the Pistons up next on Thursday.
DET • Small Forward • #9
11 days ago
A double-digit scorer in three of his last four games, Thompson has also recorded four complete stat lines during this stretch. Over his last four, the Pistons’ wing has averaged 7.3 rebounds, 5.3 assists, 2.8 steals and 1.8 blocks while shooting nearly 70 percent from the field. Thompson may not bring much value to the table in points and three-pointers, but the ability to fill the stat line preserves his category league value.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
11 days ago
The good news for Cunningham managers is that he recorded 14 assists, the most in a game for him since January 19, when he hit that number in a win over the Celtics. The Pistons’ point guard has reached double figures in assists in six of his last seven games. The negatives on Tuesday were the shooting and the turnovers, with Cunningham shooting 25 percent from the field and turning the ball over five times. Nights like Tuesday haven’t been the norm for the MVP candidate, so fantasy managers should not be overly concerned.
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
11 days ago
After totaling eight points on 3-of-11 shooting in games against the Spurs and Thunder to begin Week 18, Harris has reached double figures in three straight. He provided little value outside of points and rebounds on Tuesday, but the good news for fantasy managers is that the percentages were in a good place. The Pistons end Week 19 with three games over the final four days, starting with the Spurs on Thursday.
DET • Center • #0
11 days ago
Since returning from his four-game suspension, Duren has recorded a double-double in six consecutive games. He had an excellent night against the Cavaliers, shooting 70 percent from the field and just over 70 percent from the foul line. Duren’s production outside of points and rebounds on Tuesday was limited, but fantasy managers won’t be too concerned, given his production throughout the season.
SAS • Power Forward and Small Forward • #40
11 days ago
Added to the Spurs’ injury report earlier Tuesday, Barnes will miss a game for the first time this season. In fact, the last time the veteran forward missed a game was on December 4, 2021, while with the Kings. With Barnes unavailable, Carter Bryant may pick up additional minutes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Power Forward and Small Forward • #40
11 days ago
Barnes, who has not missed a game this season, has been added to the injury report due to a sore left ankle. While his absence would not significantly affect fantasy basketball, it would free up rotation minutes for Carter Bryant. Bryant should be rostered only in dynasty leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Center • #0
13 days ago
Duren had at least 25 points and at least 13 rebounds in four consecutive games entering play Sunday. While the 22-year-old center’s numbers weren’t quite that good, they were still good enough for a double-double. Duren has provided first-round per game value over the last two weeks.
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
13 days ago
Harris scored at least 20 points for the first time since January 27 against the Nuggets. His 23 points were second only to Cade Cunningham on the Pistons. Harris has provided 10th-round per game value over the last two weeks, according to Basketball Monster.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
13 days ago
Cunningham continues to power the Pistons’ offense this season. The 24-year-old point guard was +14 in 37 minutes. Cunningham has provided third overall per game value over the last two weeks. The Pistons have three games in the upcoming week, starting with a matchup against the Cavaliers on Tuesday.