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DEN • Small Forward • #21
2 months ago
Jones was a late addition to the injury report, but the illness won’t keep him sidelined. He’ll remain in the starting lineup, though he’ll likely play a smaller role with Aaron Gordon available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
2 months ago
Murray and Braun are back after sitting out Monday’s win over the 76ers. Their returns mean that Bruce Brown and Jalen Pickett will come off the bench, limiting their respective fantasy value. Also, while Aaron Gordon is available, he will once again come off the bench, leaving Jones with the starters.
Source: NBA Lineups
DEN • Small Forward • #21
2 months ago
Jones is a late addition to the injury report, but this illness isn’t expected to keep him out of the lineup. Jones has been a consistent starter lately, but his role in this game will depend on how many minutes Aaron Gordon (hamstring) plays in his second game back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
2 months ago
Murray and Braun should be back in action following a one-game absence, which means Jalen Pickett and Bruce Brown should see their minutes reduced against Boston.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
2 months ago
After sitting out Monday’s win over the Sixers, Gordon and Hardaway Jr. are both expected to play. As a result, Spencer Jones and Zeke Nnaji will likely see reduced roles.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Center • #15
2 months ago
While the three-time NBA Most Valuable Player has begun to do some spot shooting, he’s still considered to be “weeks away” from a return. In his report, Charania mentioned the end of January as a potential return window for the center. Until then, the Nuggets will continue to rely on DaRon Holmes II and Zeke Nnaji to fill the void at the five.
Source: DNVR Nuggets
TOR • Center • #19
2 months ago
Poeltl was recently cleared for contact, which means he’s nearing a return, but he’s not quite there. Until he’s back on the court, Sandro Mamukelashvili and Collin Murray-Boyles will fill in for Poeltl at center.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
2 months ago
Gordon and THJ sat out of Monday’s win over Philadelphia, and Peyton Watson, Spencer Jones and Zeke Nnaji filled in. Nnaji went for 21/8 across 32 minutes off the bench, and Watson continued to shine as a starter, going for 24/7/4 across 44 minutes. Watson, Jones and Nnaji should all see similar run Wednesday if Gordon and Hardaway Jr. are sidelined again.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
2 months ago
Murray and Braun sat out Monday’s upset win over the 76ers, but they’ve got a chance to return following a one-game absence. If Murray and Braun are out for a second straight game, Jalen Pickett and Bruce Brown would be in line for bumps in playing time and production. Pickett went for 29/5/7 on Monday, and Brown finished with 19/6/2.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
2 months ago
Watson has been a scoring machine for the shorthanded Nuggets. Since Nikola Jokić injured his knee, Watson has averaged 23 points per game. He has been average in other categories, but he has been on an offensive tear. He coughed the ball up a career-worst six times in this game, but the rest of his performance was strong and helped Denver steal a win on the road. Watson will remain a must-roster player until Aaron Gordon (hamstring) returns, and he should still hold value beyond that.
DEN • Power Forward • #22
2 months ago
Nnaji hasn’t filled the starting center spot with both Nikola Jokić (knee) and Jonas Valančiūnas (calf) sidelined, but he has been solid as the backup to DaRon Holmes II. However, in this game, he was more than just a solid reserve. Nnaji matched his career high for points, nearly recorded a double-double and contributed four “stocks” in 32 minutes off the bench. Whether he moves into the starting lineup or continues to come off the bench, Nnaji is the better option than Holmes as a fill-in.
DEN • Shooting Guard • #24
2 months ago
With Jamal Murray (ankle) sidelined for the second night of Denver’s back-to-back, Pickett entered the starting unit in his place. It was his fourth start of the season, including his third in their last four games. The result was a new career high for points for the 2023 second-round pick. Murray should be back for their next game on Wednesday in Boston, so Pickett likely won’t be able to provide an encore. However, he may have earned himself more minutes, and he will have more streaming appeal during his next start.
TOR • Power Forward • #
2 months ago
The rookie got a second straight start and ended up having the best performance of his young career. This was what Toronto envisioned when they drafted him. The combination of passing and defensive production was fantastic for both the Raptors and fantasy managers alike. Developing a shot from deep is important, but he was able to figure out ways to score in this one. Jakob Poeltl (back) is getting closer to returning, but as long as CMB is starting, he has enough upside to be worth streaming.
TOR • Power Forward, Shooting Guard, and Small Forward • #4
2 months ago
Barnes fell short of a triple-double, but he was able to turn in a strong stat line in the win over Atlanta. This was the third time in his last five games that Barnes has finished with at least 10 assists. It has been an excellent season for Barnes, which has been highlighted by a major leap in efficiency. That held true in this one, as he shot at least 50 percent for a third straight game. He’ll look to keep it going in Charlotte on Wednesday.
TOR • Small Forward and Power Forward • #3
2 months ago
Ingram led all scorers in this game, but he didn’t even crack 20 points. 14 players scored in double figures, including all 10 starters between the two teams. Ingram’s last three games have been incredible; he has averaged 26 points while shooting 60 percent from the floor. He ranks inside the top-50 in nine-cat leagues over the past two weeks, and he’ll look to stay hot in Charlotte on Wednesday.
DEN • Shooting Guard • #24
2 months ago
Denver will play this game without Jamal Murray (ankle) and Christian Braun (ankle), who are both out for the second night of this back-to-back. Pickett and Brown will get the starting nod and will hold value as streaming options for the skeleton crew Nuggets.
Source: Denver Nuggets
TOR • Center • #19
2 months ago
Poeltl has already been ruled out for Monday’s game against the Hawks, but he’s progressing well and inching closer to a return. He’ll continue the reconditioning process, which means it shouldn’t be long before he’s back in the lineup, which will take away minutes from Sandro Mamukelashvili and Collin Murray-Boyles.
Source: Josh Lewenberg
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
2 months ago
It’s not surprising that Gordon will sit out the second leg of a back-to-back set after returning from a long absence on Sunday. With Gordon, Jamal Murray (ankle) and Christian Braun (ankle) all joining Nikola Jokić (knee) and Jonas Valančiūnas (calf) on the sideline, THJ will also get the night off to recover from an illness. Spencer Jones, Peyton Watson and Julian Strawther are all candidates for increased run against the 76ers tonight as Denver trots out a skeleton crew.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
2 months ago
Braun returned from a lengthy absence on Sunday, and Murray has been dealing with an ankle injury of his own, so it’s not surprising that both players will miss the second leg of Denver’s back-to-back set. Jalen Pickett and Bruce Brown will likely take the lead in the Nuggets’ backcourt against the 76ers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
2 months ago
The 16 helpers were a season-high for Murray as he also topped 20 points for the 13th time in his last 15 games since a 52-point explosion back on December 3. The 28-year-old guard will be tasked with serving as Denver’s primary offensive catalyst while Nikola Jokić (knee) is sidelined until at least late January. He’s delivered second-round fantasy value this season, averaging 25.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, 7.2 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.3 blocks through 34 games. The injury-ravaged Nuggets will play four games next week against Eastern Conference opponents with matchups against the 76ers, Celtics, Hawks and Bucks.
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
2 months ago
Gordon looked sharp in his first game action since November 21, finishing a couple boards shy of a double-double in limited minutes off the bench, following a six-week absence recovering from a hamstring strain. The 30-year-old’s return couldn’t come at a more opportune moment for the injury-ravaged Nuggets, who are missing several starters including franchise icon Nikola Jokić (knee).
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
2 months ago
Watson has flashed some decent scoring upside over the past week, averaging 19.8 points over his last four games. His all-around fantasy upside is relatively limited, but he’ll continue to see an increase in minutes and scoring opportunities for the injury-depleted Nuggets as they embark on a busy four-game week against a handful of Eastern Conference opponents.
DEN • Small Forward • #21
2 months ago
While Braun and Aaron Gordon are available after lengthy absences due to injury, only the former will be in the starting lineup. Jones will continue to start at the four, which may be a sign that Gordon’s minutes restriction is tighter than Braun’s.
Source: NBA Lineups
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
2 months ago
Gordon has been cleared to return to action after a hamstring injury suffered on November 21 forced him to the sidelines. Spencer Jones may be headed to the bench, but he should remain in the rotation since Gordon’s playing time will be restricted.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Shooting Guard • #0
2 months ago
Sunday’s game will be Braun’s first since November 15. While the Nuggets have not provided a specific number, he will be under a minutes restriction in his first game back. Jalen Pickett may be headed back to the bench, but he’s unlikely to fall out of the rotation entirely due to the restriction placed on Braun.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
2 months ago
Murray was initially probable for Sunday’s game, so the status upgrade was expected. He’ll once again be Denver’s primary scoring option, but he will have help thanks to the returns of Christian Braun and Aaron Gordon.
Source: Denver Nuggets
TOR • Small Forward and Power Forward • #3
2 months ago
Ingram hit 5-of-6 shots and supplied 12 first-quarter points to help Toronto take an early lead before nearly reaching the 30-point plateau for the fifth time this season. The 28-year-old forward has been on a roll from a scoring standpoint over the past two weeks, averaging 23.1 points over his last seven games during that span. The two teams will meet again on Monday at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto for a rematch before facing the Pelicans, Nuggets and Warriors to close out a four-game week.
TOR • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #9
2 months ago
Barrett took over as Toronto’s primary offensive catalyst in the second half, draining 7-of-14 shots, including 4-of-7 from beyond the arc, to finish with 16 points. The 25-year-old forward is still working his way back from a lingering knee injury that has been an issue since late November.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
2 months ago
Murray tweaked his left ankle during Friday’s loss to the Cavaliers, but the probable tag suggests that he will be available on Sunday. With the Nuggets being as shorthanded as they currently are, the last thing the team needs is to lose Murray as well.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
2 months ago
If he’s able to play, Sunday’s game would be Gordon’s first since November 21. Spencer Jones has filled in admirably in Gordon’s absence, but the two-way contract forward’s fantasy ceiling would take a significant hit once he returns to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Shooting Guard • #0
2 months ago
Braun has been out since November 15. While his absence may not have significantly affected fantasy basketball, that was at a time when the Nuggets were close to full strength. With Nikola Jokić and Cameron Johnson out, and Aaron Gordon also questionable for Sunday, there’s a clear need for Braun’s return. While a minutes limit may be in play for his first games back, Braun will have a higher fantasy ceiling due to the absences.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
2 months ago
It became the de facto Murray show for the injury-plagued Nuggets in their second contest since losing superstar Nikola Jokić earlier this week to a hyperextended left knee that is expected to keep him sidelined into late January. The 28-year-old star put up a whopping 28 shots in this one, his third-most in a game this season, and broke the 30-point barrier for the 10th time. He poured in 28 points by halftime and was relatively quiet down the home stretch as Denver’s lead evaporated. He’ll be asked to carry Denver for the foreseeable future since they’re also playing without starters Aaron Gordon (hamstring), Christian Braun (ankle), Cam Johnson (knee) and Jonas Valanciunas (calf). It’s a positive short-term development from a fantasy standpoint as it significantly raises his scoring floor.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
2 months ago
With injuries decimating Denver’s starting lineup, Watson hoisted a season-high 22 shot attempts in this one. The 23-year-old wing doesn’t offer enough from a fantasy standpoint, besides some immediate scoring upside, to warrant consideration outside of deeper leagues. He’ll have an opportunity over the next few weeks to show what he can do with more on his plate.
DEN • Power Forward • #14
2 months ago
Murray is the only regular in the Nuggets’ starting lineup. Holmes enters the starting lineup for Friday’s game, two days after Jonas Valančiūnas suffered a strained calf. While the move does raise the rookie’s ceiling, fantasy managers should not expect to see Holmes play starters’ minutes, as he missed all of last season with a ruptured Achilles.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #3
2 months ago
Strawther was initially listed as probable but is now available. However, he is not guaranteed to play rotation minutes, so leave him on the waiver wire.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
2 months ago
Initially probable for Friday’s game, Murray is officially good to go. He’ll once again take on the role of Denver’s primary offensive option as the team continues without the injured Nikola Jokić.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Center • #17
2 months ago
Already without Nikola Jokić, the Nuggets lost Valančiūnas during Wednesday’s win over the Raptors. The four-week diagnosis means that Denver will be down its top two centers, and with Aaron Gordon (hamstring) also out, they’re in a tough spot depth-wise. DaRon Holmes II played 22 minutes off the bench on Wednesday; look for him to take on a prominent role out of necessity. He’s worth a roll of the dice, while managers can take a “wait and see” approach to Zeke Nnaji, who was a DNP-CD on Wednesday.
Source: Shams Charania
TOR • Power Forward, Shooting Guard, and Small Forward • #4
2 months ago
Barnes became the first player in Raptors history to have a game with at least 20 points, at least 14 rebounds and at least 10 assists. It’s his second triple-double in his last three games. Over his last three games, he’s had 50 rebounds. While the 24-year-old small forward is still testing the limits of his game, he’s established himself as one of the best players in all of fantasy basketball this season. The Raptors finish up the week against the Hawks Saturday.
TOR • Small Forward and Power Forward • #3
2 months ago
Trailing by three with 2.7 seconds left, the Raptors fouled Bruce Brown, who promptly missed both free throws. The second free throw was corralled by Scottie Barnes and quickly moved up the floor to Ingram, who appeared to tie the game with a last second three-pointer off the glass. Upon further review, the ball was clearly still in Ingram’s hand when time ran out. The call was overturned and the Raptors fell to 20-15 on the season, but Ingram was a split second away from sending this one to overtime.
TOR • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #9
2 months ago
Barrett will return to the starting lineup after missing Monday’s game against the Magic. He returned from a 15-game absence the game prior to face the Warriors on the first leg of a back-to-back. In his return, he tallied 24 minutes and made contributions as a scorer, passer, and facilitator in the overtime victory. He’ll have a chance to make an impact again against a Nuggets team currently dealing with a long list of injuries.
Source: Esfandiar Baraheni
TOR • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #9
2 months ago
Barrett sat out on Monday, which was the second night of a back-to-back after making his return from a 15-game absence the day before. Sandro Mamukelashvili came off the bench in his return but started with Barrett out. Either Mamu or Ochai Agbaji will come off the bench with Barrett back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
TOR • Small Forward and Power Forward • #3
2 months ago
Ingram is struggling badly with his three-point shot lately. The 28-year-old small forward is 1-of-21 from behind the three-point line over his last three games. Perhaps he was due for this streak after a streak of six consecutive games with at least three made three-pointers earlier this month. Ingram will have two more chances to find his three-point shot this week, starting with the Nuggets on Wednesday.
TOR • Power Forward, Shooting Guard, and Small Forward • #4
2 months ago
Barnes’ biggest play of the night came on the defensive end rather than the offensive end. Clinging to a 107-106 lead in the final seconds, Barnes locked up Paolo Banchero, who missed a shot at the buzzer. The 24-year-old small forward’s scoring has been down recently with 14 or less points in four of his last six games. Barnes has still tallied 36 rebounds over his last two games as he’s taken over on the glass. The Raptors play again Wednesday against the Nuggets.
TOR • Center and Power Forward • #54
2 months ago
The lone change to the starting lineup is Mamukelashvili, who starts after coming off the bench in Sunday’s win over the Warriors. RJ Barrett, who returned from a knee injury the day prior, is not available for injury management reasons.
Source: Esfandiar Baraheni
TOR • Center • #19
2 months ago
Poeltl, whose lower back has been an issue since the preseason, has missed five of Toronto’s last six games and played seven minutes in his lone appearance during that stretch. According to the team, he’ll miss at least one more week before being re-evaluated. “Poeltl is currently completing a program of intensive rehabilitation and strengthening. Following that period, he will be re-evaluated for a return to play, and his status will be updated as appropriate,” the Raptors said via press release. Sandro Mamukelashvili has replaced Poeltl in the starting lineup, and he is worth streaming until the 7-footer is cleared to return.
Source: Blake Murphy
TOR • Power Forward • #
2 months ago
Murray-Boyles sat out Sunday, and his potential absence on the second leg of Toronto’s back-to-back set could allow Sandro Mamukelashvili to slide into the starting five. Newly signed Mo Bamba could earn meaningful minutes off the bench in his Toronto debut if Murray-Boyles is forced to sit this one out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
TOR • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #9
2 months ago
Barrett returned from a 15-game absence in Sunday’s overtime win over the Warriors, but he’ll miss the second leg of the team’s back-to-back set as he works his way back from injury. Poeltl will miss another game, and with the pair out of action, expect Ochai Agbaji and Sandro Mamukelashvili to see additional run.
Source: NBA Injury Report
TOR • • #
2 months ago
With Jakob Poeltl sidelined by a back injury, the Raptors needed additional frontcourt depth. Enter Bamba, with the former lottery pick agreeing to a one-year deal. Waived just before the start of the regular season by the Jazz, the 7-footer appeared in 32 games last season for the Clippers and Pelicans. Unless you’re competing in a 30-team league, there’s no need to consider adding Bamba in the short term.
Source: Shams Charania
TOR • Power Forward, Shooting Guard, and Small Forward • #4
2 months ago
Barnes authored a historic stat-stuffing performance, becoming the first player in Raptors history to record a triple-double with at least 20 points and 20 rebounds. The 24-year-old franchise cornerstone hauled in a career-high 25 boards — including nine on the offensive glass — and went 11-of-16 from inside the arc to notch just his fifth 20-point outing since the start of December. He’s steadily cemented himself as one of the top players in the fantasy landscape this season, returning second-round value through 33 games, averaging 19.3 points, 8.4 rebounds, 5.2 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.5 blocks. The Raptors finish the tail-end of a back-to-back against the Magic on Monday night before closing out a three-game week with showdowns against the Nuggets and Hawks.
TOR • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
2 months ago
Quickley remained sizzling-hot from three-point range in this one, knocking down 5-of-10 from beyond the arc, to reach the 20-point plateau for the second consecutive game. The speedy 26-year-old guard has been a bit streaky as a shooter this season but he’s an extremely impactful fantasy contributor when he’s in the middle of an extended hot streak. He’ll face a few tougher tests against better perimeter defenders over the next few nights with matchups against the Magic, Nuggets and Hawks on tap over the next week.
TOR • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #9
2 months ago
Barrett, who is on a minutes restriction, will start in his return from a 15-game absence. However, it won’t be Agbaji that heads to the bench. This is likely a matchup-based decision, but it will be Sandro Mamukelashvili that will play a reserve role in this game. He should still play significant minutes off the bench.
Source: Josh Lewenberg
TOR • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #9
2 months ago
Barrett will make his return after a 15-game absence. He will be on a minutes restriction, which will limit his production. However, his return will likely push Ochai Agbaji back to the bench. The only way it won’t is if head coach Darko Rajakovic opts to bring Barrett off the bench to ensure he’ll be available to close the game despite the restriction. That would only be temporary, and Agbaji will lose minutes regardless.
Source: Josh Lewenberg
TOR • Power Forward • #
2 months ago
Murray-Boyles was downgraded to doubtful Sunday morning, so his now official absence isn’t surprising. This will be a second straight absence for CMB, which means Jonathan Mogbo and Jamison Battle will take on a few extra minutes off the bench.
Source: Blake Murphy
TOR • Power Forward • #
2 months ago
After initially being listed as questionable, Murray-Boyles has been downgraded and is now expected to miss a second straight game. Jonathan Mogbo and Jamison Battle took on a few extra minutes off the bench, but not enough for either to make an impact for fantasy managers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
TOR • Center • #19
2 months ago
Poeltl is set to miss his third game in a row with a lower back injury. Sandro Mamukelashvili had 13 points and 11 rebounds in 33 minutes in Friday’s loss to the Wizards. He’s worth rostering in deep leagues while Poeltl is out.
TOR • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #9
2 months ago
Barrett has been out since November 23, but his return isn’t far away. The 25-year-old small forward had a full practice Friday and is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Warriors. Even if he’s ultimately held out, his return should happen soon. If he’s available, he’ll likely be on a minutes limit.
TOR • Power Forward, Shooting Guard, and Small Forward • #4
3 months ago
Barnes had to leave Friday’s game during the second half with a left hip injury, but he was not gone for long. That, and the assist tally, may be the lone positives for him on this night. Over the last two weeks, the Raptors forward has been a fifth-round player in eight-cat formats, three rounds lower than his season-long value. Barnes will look to end Week 10 on a high note when the Raptors host Golden State on Sunday.
TOR • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
3 months ago
Quickley’s 25 points were the most he’s scored in a game in over three weeks, as he dropped 31 in a December loss to the Hornets. The Raptors have struggled since losing RJ Barrett to a knee injury, with the remaining proven scorers failing to capitalize on the additional scoring opportunities consistently. Over the last two weeks, Quickley has shot 32.9 percent from the field, which has weighed down his fantasy value.
TOR • Small Forward and Power Forward • #3
3 months ago
Ingram entered Friday shooting 51.2 percent from two, and it’s good that he was even better than that against the Wizards. While the Raptors forward shot 9-of-13 from inside the arc, he was a frigid 1-of-7 from three. However, while this was a bad three-point showing from Ingram, he has averaged 3.0 makes per game over the past two weeks. Toronto heads home to end Week 10, as it hosts Golden State on Sunday in the first game of a back-to-back.
TOR • Power Forward • #
3 months ago
Less than an hour after it was announced that Murray-Boyles was available for Friday’s game, he has been ruled out. His absence opens up frontcourt minutes among the Raptors’ reserves, with Jonathan Mogbo likely seeing action as Sandro Mamukelashvili’s backup. There’s no need to stream Mogbo.
Source: NBA Injury Report