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SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 8 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 8 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 8 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 11 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 12 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 12 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.
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
1 day ago
Thompson’s stat line on Friday was arguably his best since the All-Star break. The Rockets’ guard/forward finished two assists shy of a triple-double, and he’s scored 20 points or more in four of his last five appearances. Since March 1, Thompson has provided third-round value in eight-cat formats. After a relatively slow start to the season, Amen has upped the production at the right time, with the fantasy playoffs in many leagues right around the corner.
HOU • Forward • #35
1 day ago
Durant made the biggest shot of Friday’s game, as his mid-range jumper with 7.6 seconds remaining gave Houston a one-point lead. The future Hall of Fame forward would make two free throws to seal the victory, capping his first 30-point game since March 2. Houston’s Week 20 schedule is complete, and the Rockets are scheduled to play four games in Week 21.
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
HOU • Forward • #17
1 day ago
The Rockets won’t have Alperen Şengün for Friday’s game, as he sits with a back injury. However, instead of replacing him with a center, the Rockets are going small, with Finney-Smith moving into the starting lineup. Clint Capela may pick up a few more minutes off the bench, but not starting eliminates what little streaming value he had.
Source: NBA Lineups
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
HOU • Center • #28
1 day ago
Şengün’s absence creates a spot in the Rockets’ starting lineup, with Clint Capela the likely replacement. The veteran backup is worth streaming in this spot, especially for managers needing rebounds.
Source: Will Guillory
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.
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
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
HOU • Center • #28
2 days ago
Şengün is dealing with lower back pain, casting some doubt on his availability for Friday’s game. If he can’t play against the Pelicans, Clint Capela would be the next man up. A fantasy afterthought this season, Capela would be worth streaming because of the rebound and blocked shot potential.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Center • #28
3 days ago
There were only two positives for Şengün in Tuesday’s blowout defeat. He kept the turnovers in check, recording two, and the three blocks were the most in a game for him since tallying three in a late February win over the Kings. While the Rockets’ center’s fantasy value since the All-Star break has been solid, Şengün is ranked outside the top-150 in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks.
HOU • Forward • #35
3 days ago
Durant wasn’t the only Rockets player to have a subpar night, but this one had to hurt for those who have the future Hall of Fame forward on their roster. The 11 points tied his season low, and this was the first game in which KD did not reach double figures in shot attempts. Durant and the Rockets will look to bounce back on Friday when they host the Pelicans.
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
3 days ago
Wednesday was a night to forget for the Rockets, who were outscored by a 40-22 margin in the third quarter and would go on to lose by 36. Thompson produced a decent stat line, but the defensive output was minimal. And for a player who doesn’t offer much value in the points category, that can be an issue for fantasy managers. The Rockets play once more in Week 20, Friday night against the Pelicans.
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
HOU • Forward • #17
3 days ago
DFS still isn’t playing back-to-backs, so after suiting up on Tuesday, he will sit for this game. Josh Okogie should take on extra minutes off the bench with DFS sidelined.
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.
HOU • • #
4 days ago
Smith had 23 points in the win over the Raptors after scoring 17 in the loss to the Spurs on Sunday, which was his first game back after missing three of four games with an ankle injury. Reed Sheppard had just seven points in 24 minutes off the bench with Smith back in the lineup.
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
4 days ago
Thompson has had at least 20 points in five of his last six games now. The 23-year-old point guard has also had at least six assists in three consecutive games. Thompson has provided fifth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Rockets have two more games this week, starting with a matchup against the Nuggets on Wednesday.
HOU • Forward • #35
4 days ago
Durant was excellent in the win over the Raptors on Tuesday. The 37-year-old small forward basically couldn’t miss, going 12-of-16 from the floor. Durant has provided first-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Rockets play the Nuggets on Wednesday.
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
5 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
5 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
HOU • • #
6 days ago
Smith was back in the Rockets’ lineup after a one-game absence and had a solid night scoring-wise. The 17 points were the most for him in four appearances, having tallied 31 in a February 23 win over the Jazz. Smith entered Sunday having missed three of Houston’s previous four games with an ankle injury, and his return pushed Reed Sheppard to the bench. Sheppard (17/3/3/1/1 with three three-pointers) still played 35 minutes against the Spurs, and he should remain rostered in 12-team leagues.
HOU • Center • #28
6 days ago
While Şengün shot the ball well from the field on Sunday, his overall impact was limited. And, to the dismay of managers in nine-cat formats, turnovers remain an issue for the Rockets’ center. Şengün was responsible for five on Sunday, pushing his total to 24 over his last four games. That’s an area Şengün must clean up if the Rockets are to make a run in the playoffs. Fantasy managers would also appreciate him making progress in that area.
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
6 days ago
Thompson has been highly productive for fantasy managers over his last five games. Scoring at least 18 points in each appearance, the Rockets wing has averaged 21.8 points, 9.4 rebounds, 5.2 assists and 2.0 steals while shooting 60.3 percent from the field. The lackluster three-point production and low free-throw percentage limit Thompson’s value in some category league formats, but most managers know what they’re getting from him at this early stage in his career.
HOU • Forward • #35
6 days ago
Durant had a good night in San Antonio, but it wasn’t enough to keep the Rockets from getting blown out. All that his final line lacked was a steal, but fantasy managers aren’t going to lose any sleep over that. Durant and the Rockets open a three-game Week 20 on Tuesday against the Raptors. The schedule isn’t great for managers whose leagues have reached the playoff rounds, as Houston plays its final game of the week on Friday.
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.
HOU • • #
6 days ago
Smith is back in the Rockets’ starting lineup, pushing Reed Sheppard to the bench. Sheppard will still play heavy minutes and should be rostered in 12-team leagues.
HOU • • #
7 days ago
Smith is back after sitting out Friday’s win over the Trail Blazers, which was Houston’s second game in as many nights. His return means that Reed Sheppard will return to the bench, where he will still play heavy minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #35
8 days ago
While Durant managed to score 20 points with eight rebounds and five assists, he made the most of a rough game. The 37-year-old small forward was hardly efficient with 20 points coming on 18 attempts and eight turnovers. Durant has still provided first-round per game value over the last two weeks, according to Basketball Monster.
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
8 days ago
Thompson appeared to tweak his ankle in Thursday’s loss to the Warriors, but showed no ill effects with monster game against the Trail Blazers on Friday. The 23-year-old point guard had 26 points, seven rebounds and seven assists. Thompson also had an impact on the defensive end with two steals and a block. He’s provided seventh-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Rockets close out Week 19 against the Spurs on Sunday.
HOU • Center • #28
8 days ago
Sengun has had at least 28 points in two of his last three games. The 23-year-old center was excellent Friday against the Trail Blazers, shooting 73.3 percent from the field. Sengun has provided seventh-round per game value over the last two weeks, according to Basketball Monster. The Rockets close out Week 19 on Sunday against the Spurs.
HOU • G • #15
8 days ago
The Rockets won’t have Jabari Smith Jr. for Friday’s game, as he is out with an ankle injury. As a result, Sheppard, who started for Thompson earlier this week, returns to the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Lineups
HOU • • #
8 days ago
Smith is set to miss only his fourth game of the season on Friday against the Trail Blazers. The 22-year-old forward is dealing with an ankle injury. With Smith out, Tari Eason and Josh Okogie should see additional minutes.
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
8 days ago
Thompson is good to go after appearing to tweak his right ankle during Thursday’s loss to the Warriors. He’ll take on his usual role within the starting lineup.
Source: Varun Shankar
HOU • • #
8 days ago
Smith Jr. logged 42 minutes in Thursday’s OT loss to the Warriors, and the Rockets may give him the night off for the second leg of a back-to-back set as he continues to recover from a right ankle sprain. If JSJ is unable to go, Tari Eason and Josh Okogie could see additional run.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
9 days ago
Thompson appeared to tweak his right ankle late in the third quarter of Thursday’s game, but he was able to return after spending a little time on the bench. The Rockets’ wing played 44 of a possible 53 minutes against the Warriors, and that’s with Houston hosting Portland on Friday. Add in the ankle injury, and fantasy managers should not be surprised if Thompson shows up on the injury report.
HOU • G • #15
9 days ago
With Jabari Smith Jr. returning from a sprained ankle, Sheppard was pushed back to the bench on Thursday. That didn’t prevent the second-year guard from having one of his most productive nights as a pro. Sheppard recorded his second career 30-point game, finishing one point shy of his career-high. Also, he’s made at least four three-pointers in six straight games. Those who picked up Sheppard when Smith went down with his ankle injury should hold onto the young guard until he cools off. Smith struggled on Thursday, shooting 0-of-8 from the field and finishing with three points, 11 rebounds, two assists, one steal, one blocked shot and five turnovers.
HOU • Center • #28
9 days ago
Şengün’s seven assists on Thursday were the most in a game for him since February 25, when he recorded 11 as part of a triple-double against the Kings. The Rockets’ center wasn’t as productive against the Warriors, an unsurprising development, given the defensive abilities of Draymond Green and Al Horford. What should also make Şengün managers feel better is that the Rockets play twice more in Week 19, starting with the Trail Blazers on Friday.
HOU • Forward • #35
9 days ago
Durant’s streak of games with at least 30 points ended at three on Thursday, but he still shot 50 percent from the field and recorded a complete stat line. Since the All-Star break, the Rockets star has averaged 28.6 points, 6.1 rebounds, 4.9 assists, 1.0 steals, 1.0 blocks and 2.8 three-pointers per game while shooting 53.6 percent from the field and 93.8 percent from the foul line.
HOU • Forward • #17
9 days ago
Finney-Smith was due to take an injury management night for one of Houston’s next two games since the team is playing a back-to-back. He’ll sit on Thursday, which likely means more playing time for Josh Okogie. There’s no need to consider adding Okogie in fantasy leagues.
Source: The Rockets Wire