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NOP • G • #24
9 months ago
Hawkins surpassed the 20-point mark for the second time since the All-Star break and the eighth time this season on Sunday. While there are opportunities for the second-year guard to produce, especially with Trey Murphy out for the season and Zion Williamson also sidelined on Sunday, Hawkins hasn’t consistently taken advantage of them. Over the past two weeks, he has been ranked outside the top 200 in eight- and nine-cat formats. However, Monday’s game against the 76ers may be a streaming opportunity, depending on which Pelicans are available.
NOP • G • #3
9 months ago
After scoring 36 points on 14-of-48 shooting in his three games prior, McCollum exploded in Detroit. Recording his first game of 40 points or more since February 13, the veteran guard has met or exceeded that number four times this season. With McCollum being ranked well outside the top 100 in eight- and nine-cat formats over the past two weeks, he needed a day like Sunday to get untracked. Unfortunately, the Pelicans have a small Week 21 slate, with the first of three games scheduled for Monday against the 76ers.
SAS • Center • #15
9 months ago
Biyombo returns to the starting lineup after coming off the bench for the Spurs’ last two games. Jeremy Sochan returns to the bench but should still offer deep-league value. That’s the lone change to San Antonio’s starting five.
Source: NBA Lineups
NOP • F-C • #17
9 months ago
The Pelicans have had to get a little creative with Trey Murphy, Zion Williamson, and Yves Missi out. Matkovic is the newest addition to the starting lineup and is nearly averaging a double-double in the five starts he’s made for the Pelicans this season.
NOP • G • #15
9 months ago
Alvarado has been upgraded from questionable to available for Sunday’s game. The Pelicans guard has a good chance to continue starting alongside CJ McCollum in the backcourt against Detroit.
NOP • F • #1
9 months ago
Williamson is set to miss his second straight game while Missi is a new addition to the injury report after playing against the Timberwolves on Friday. Bruce Brown will likely start for Williamson and Karlo Matkovic could draw a spot start in Missi’s place.
NOP • C • #21
9 months ago
Missi and Alvarado are questionable for Sunday’s game after starting Friday’s loss to the Timberwolves. Karlo Matkovic will have more playing time if the former is forced to sit, while Jordan Hawkins may be asked to start if Alvarado cannot play. Matkovic and Hawkins are not locks to provide reliable value when allowed to start, but they’d be worth a roll of the dice in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • F • #1
9 months ago
Williamson did not play in Friday’s loss to the Timberwolves, so Bruce Brown moved into the starting lineup. While he hasn’t been a great fantasy option this season, Brown is worth streaming on nights when he starts. Also, Jeremiah Robinson-Earl should play more minutes off the bench if Zion is unavailable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Guard-Forward • #24
9 months ago
The managers that held onto Vassell through his slump are reaping the rewards. In the month of March, Vassell has averaged 18.8 points, 5.4 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.8 steals, 1.1 blocks and three three-pointers while shooting 46.4 percent from the floor and only turning the ball over once per game. That has him ranked in the top ten in nine-cat value this month. Wednesday’s win over the Knicks was a quieter performance for him, but he was able to bounce back well on Friday.
SAS • Forward-Guard • #0
9 months ago
Though he is known for being a poor option in category formats, Johnson was able to make an impact across the board on Friday. Over San Antonio’s last four games, Johnson has averaged two steals and one block per game. His season averages are 0.7 steals and 0.3 blocks, so managers shouldn’t expect the defensive production to continue. However, it has been a nice boost for the managers that have held onto him. He should continue to be a strong option for the rest of the season, though his game is typically catered for points leagues.
SAS • Forward • #10
9 months ago
Sochan has started the last two games for San Antonio as part of a smaller starting lineup, and that has led to two wins for the Spurs. Sochan has scored in double figure in six consecutive games, but his 23 points on Friday were a new season-high for him. Though the Spurs’ playoff hops went down the drain when Victor Wembanyama was ruled out for the rest of the season, they have won four of their last six games and sit just three games out of the postseason picture. Sochan should continue to produce at a high level as long as he is starting.
SAS • Guard • #5
9 months ago
Castle shattered his previous career-high of eight assists and was also able to record the first point-assist double-double of his career. Castle has scored at least 15 points in five consecutive games since returning to the starting unit and has at least 20 points in three of those. He sacrificed a few buckets on Friday to take on the primary playmaking role. Castle continues to strengthen his case for Rookie of the Year and will continue to be a strong fantasy option for years to come.
NOP • C • #21
9 months ago
Without Zion Williamson, the Pelicans were no match for the Timberwolves Friday as they lost by 41 points. Missi was -31 in 28 minutes only because he tied CJ McCollum for the most minutes on New Orleans. The good news is the 20-year-old center was able to play that many minutes in his third game back from an ankle injury. The bad news is he didn’t score very much in garbage time. New Orleans will finish up the week with a game against the Pistons Sunday.
NOP • G • #3
9 months ago
McCollum struggled as the Pelicans were outclassed by the Timberwolves Friday. New Orleans lost by 41 points and the 33-year-old shooting guard was -20 in 28 minutes. McCollum didn’t have his three-point shot going at all as he was 1-of-7 from behind the three-point line. He also committed six turnovers, which was as many as he had over the previous four games. McCollum and the Pelicans will look to bounce back Sunday against the Pistons.
NOP • F • #1
9 months ago
This is a new injury for Williamson who has appeared in two straight games for New Orleans. In his absence, Jeremiah Robinson=Earl and Karlo Matkovic could see a bump in playing time. The Pels play a back-to-back set on Sunday and Monday, and fantasy managers should keep an eye on Williamson’s status for that pair of contests.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • G • #15
9 months ago
Alvarado moved into the starting lineup on Wednesday, the Pelicans’ first game since they lost Trey Murphy to a season-ending shoulder injury. He didn’t provide much scoring, but the assists and three-pointers will benefit some deep-league managers. Alvarado effectively split minutes with Jordan Hawkins, who logged 23 and finished with 13 points, six rebounds, one assist, one steal, one block and two three-pointers. Alvarado offers a safer fantasy floor, but Hawkins will also have deep-league value for the rest of the season.
NOP • G • #3
9 months ago
After a brutal 1-of-15 performance in Monday’s loss to the Pistons, McCollum’s accuracy improved on Wednesday. Shooting 7-of-18 isn’t great, but it was significantly better than what he offered two nights prior. McCollum has not provided good value recently, as he is ranked just inside the top 200 in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks. McCollum will look to finish Week 20 on a good note, as the Pelicans will play games against the Timberwolves and Pistons.
NOP • F • #1
9 months ago
Williamson was outstanding on Wednesday, doing a little of everything to lead the Pelicans to a win over the Timberwolves. He’s scored 20 points or more in nine straight games, providing top-50 value in eight-cat formats over the past three weeks. When he’s on the court, Williamson can be an elite fantasy player for managers willing to punt free throw percentage. And he’s begun to play to expectation in recent weeks, which has been great for those who have Zion rostered.
SAS • Forward • #10
9 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 • Guard • #5
9 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 • Forward-Center • #54
9 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 • Forward • #10
9 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
NOP • G • #15
9 months ago
Wednesday’s game is the first since Trey Murphy suffered a season-ending labrum tear in his shoulder. Alvarado moves into the starting lineup, which raises his fantasy ceiling. Jordan Hawkins should also play more, but Alvarado is the player to target on waiver wires.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAS • Guard • #11
9 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
SAS • Guard • #3
9 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 • Guard-Forward • #24
9 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 • Guard • #5
9 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 • Forward • #10
9 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.
NOP • F • #25
9 months ago
Despite a delayed start to the season, this was a healthy year overall for Murphy despite all the injury woes around him in New Orleans. That allowed him to enjoy a breakout season with averages of 21.2 points, 5.1 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.1 steals and three triples per game. He was a fantasy superstar, but his year is officially over. There is no indication of a timeline at this point, but managers will be hoping that he is ready for the start of the 2025-26 season. Jordan Hawkins and Bruce Brown should see a bump in minutes over the final few weeks of the season.
Source: Shams Charania
NOP • G • #3
9 months ago
It’s easy to find someone to point fingers at for the blowout loss. McCollum and Jose Alvarado, who started the second half after Trey Murphy exited with a shoulder injury, combined to make just two of their 25 shot attempts. The point guards simply needed to be way more productive than they were in this game. McCollum shouldn’t be this bad going forward, and Alvarado could end up starting if Murphy remains sidelined on Wednesday, though Jordan Hawkins is also a candidate to fill that void.
NOP • C • #21
9 months ago
After missing New Orleans’ last two games with a left ankle sprain, Missi returned to the lineup on Monday. That allowed him to record his first double-double since February despite the blowout loss. Missi only played 22 minutes in this game, which made his productive night even more impressive. Missi has been a difficult player to trust in fantasy basketball, but he is more than capable of having productive nights such as this. New Orleans has two matchups with Minnesota up next before they wrap up the week with a rematch in Detroit.
NOP • F • #1
9 months ago
Following a one-game absence due to personal reasons, Williamson was back in the lineup on Monday. It was a tough first half; he shot 1-of-7 from the floor and scored just eight points. Williamson was far more effective after the break, but New Orleans trailed by 31 points at halftime. It was too little, too late for the Pelicans, but it was still an effective night for fantasy managers. New Orleans still has three more games this week, including a rematch with the Pistons on Sunday to wrap up the week.
NOP • G-F • #00
9 months ago
Brown was ejected after arguing that he was fouled on a shot attempt. He received the technical fouls quickly, ending his night after 16 minutes of play. Brown finished with two points and one rebound. Antonio Reeves and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl will play more rotation minutes as Trey Murphy exited during the first half with a shoulder injury.
SAS • Guard • #11
9 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
NOP • F • #25
9 months ago
Murphy’s night ended after playing just one minute, but the good news is that the team said the X-rays were negative. Jordan Hawkins and Bruce Brown will see a bump in minutes with Murphy sidelined for at least the rest of this game.
Source: Will Guillory
NOP • F • #1
9 months ago
Williamson and Missi are back and will be in the starting lineup for Monday’s game. Their returns mean Bruce Brown and Karlo Matkovic head to the bench, lowering the fantasy ceilings of both players. While Brown and Matkovic can provide deep-league value as reserves, neither is a must-hold.
Source: NBA Lineups
NOP • F • #1
9 months ago
Williamson will be back after missing Saturday’s game against San Antonio. Bruce Brown started in his place, but he will likely return to playing a reserve role against Detroit. Williamson has scored at least 20 points in seven straight games and will look to maintain that streak on Monday.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
NOP • C • #21
9 months ago
Missi is available after a two-game absence, with Karlo Matkovic replacing him in the starting lineup. With Olynyk also available, Matkovic will likely head to the bench, which lowers his fantasy ceiling considerably.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
SAS • Guard • #11
9 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
NOP • F-C • #13
9 months ago
Olynyk is dealing with a sprained finger on his left hand, hence his inclusion on the Pelicans’ injury report. Zion Williamson is also questionable for Monday’s game, so he could fill the void if Olynyk cannot play. The Pelicans can also call on Bruce Brown, who has started the last three games and can provide solid value when in that role.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • C • #21
9 months ago
Missi has missed the Pelicans’ last two games, with fellow rookie Karlo Matkovic replacing him in the starting lineup. That could remain the case on Monday if Missi misses another game, but the Pelicans may also have Zion Williamson available. Matkovic offers limited value as a streamer, especially when Williamson and Kelly Olynyk are in the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • F • #1
9 months ago
Williamson is in danger of missing a second straight game for personal reasons. Bruce Brown got the spot start against the Spurs on Saturday and could be in for another if Williamson can’t suit up.
SAS • Forward-Guard • #0
9 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 • Guard • #5
9 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 • Guard-Forward • #24
9 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.
NOP • G-F • #00
9 months ago
The Pelicans did not have Zion Williamson for Saturday’s game, so Brown remained in the starting lineup. While he did not record a complete stat line, the points, rebounds and assists were reminiscent of what Brown was able to do during his run with the Nuggets during the 2022-23 campaign. Bruce can be a valuable player to have rostered when allowed to play starters’ minutes, and the same can be said for Kelly Olynyk. He logged 31 minutes, finishing with 14 points, six rebounds, seven assists and one steal. The Pelicans play four games during Week 20, with Olynyk having a slight edge on Brown since he’s more likely to remain a starter.
NOP • F • #25
9 months ago
While the Pelicans have not played CJ McCollum and Zion Williamson for both games of back-to-backs, that has not been the approach with Murphy. He’s been active for every game since January 12, a trend fantasy managers hope will continue throughout the season. While Murphy’s fantasy value since the All-Star break has taken a hit, he remains a top-50 player for the season. The only negative for fantasy managers is the schedule, as the Pelicans play 10 games during weeks 20-22, starting with a four-game Week 20.
NOP • G • #3
9 months ago
McCollum bounced back on Saturday, scoring 26 points two nights after he tallied nine on 3-of-10 shooting in a loss to the Magic. The Pelicans guard has been a 10th-round player in eight-cat formats since the All-Star break, one round below his value for the season. With the Pelicans focused on the draft lottery, back-to-backs may become an issue for McCollum down the stretch, even if he’s healthy. New Orleans plays four games during Week 20, finishing with a Sunday/Monday back-to-back.
NOP • G-F • #00
9 months ago
Olynyk is back after missing Thursday’s game for personal reasons and will start. Brown will also start, however, as the Pelicans are without Zion Williamson for Saturday’s matchup. Brown is worth streaming in deep leagues due to Zion’s absence, while Matkovic has added value with Yves Missi unavailable.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAS • Center-Forward • #28
9 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 • Guard-Forward • #24
9 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 • Guard-Forward • #24
9 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 • Guard • #5
9 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 • Guard • #5
9 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 • Guard • #4
9 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 • Forward • #10
9 months 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 • Guard-Forward • #24
9 months 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 • Guard • #4
9 months 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 • Guard-Forward • #24
9 months 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 • Forward • #10
9 months 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