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HOU • Center • #12
8 months ago
The Rockets are without Dillon Brooks, who picked up his 16th technical foul of the season in Wednesday’s win over the Jazz. Adams will fill his spot in the starting lineup as the Rockets match up with Oklahoma City’s tandem of Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein. Even with Adams receiving the starting nod, Tari Eason should play plenty off the bench.
Source: NBA Lineups
UTA • Guard • #33
8 months ago
The Jazz are without Walker Kessler (concussion) for Friday’s game, and his absence opens up a spot in the starting lineup. Juzang will fill the void, with Filipowski shifting to the center position. The former is worth streaming consideration in deep leagues, while the latter is already rostered in some standard leagues.
Source: NBA Lineups
UTA • Forward • #99
8 months ago
Martin has averaged just over 21 minutes per game across his last six, so his absence will free up some rotational minutes for the likes of Brice Sensabaugh and Kyle Filipowski. With Walker Kessler (concussion) sidelined, Martin likely would have started if he was available. That opportunity will now likely fall to either Johnny Juzang or Svi Mykhailiuk.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Guard • #5
8 months ago
FVV will be back after missing Wednesday’s game against Utah. Tari Eason started in his place, but with Dillon Brooks set to serve a one-game suspension after picking up his 16th technical foul, Eason should remain in the starting lineup even with FVV back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
UTA • Center • #24
8 months ago
Kessler played on Wednesday after missing Utah’s two previous games with an illness. However, he is now listed as out due to a nasal fracture that also has him in concussion protocols. With 10 days left in the regular season, it wouldn’t be surprising if Kessler didn’t suit up again this season. KJ Martin should return to the starting lineup, with Kyle Filipowski sliding over to center.
Source: Utah Jazz
HOU • Guard-Forward • #9
9 months ago
Brooks was whistled for a technical foul with 7:12 remaining in the first quarter when he kicked Collin Sexton in the stomach after being stripped of the basketball. That was his 16th of the season, which triggers an automatic one-game suspension, unless the league overturns the call. While this wasn’t Bruce Lee vs. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in “Game of Death,” it’s doubtful Brooks receives the benefit of the doubt. Managers shouldn’t expect to see him on the court on Friday when the Rockets host the Thunder. That could keep Tari Eason in the starting lineup, even if Fred VanVleet returns from his ankle injury.
Source: Bleacher Report
HOU • Center • #28
9 months ago
Sengun finished one assist shy of a triple-double on Wednesday as he helped the Rockets clinch their first playoff berth since the Orlando bubble in 2020. Over the past two weeks, the Rockets center has provided seventh-round in eight- and nine-cat formats. While Sengun has not met his Yahoo! ADP (27) this season, his production has not fallen off a cliff. Also, the improvement of some of his teammates has impacted his usage and fantasy value this season.
HOU • Guard • #4
9 months ago
After shooting 4-of-13 from the field and scoring nine points in Monday’s loss to the Lakers, Green took advantage of an overmatched opponent and got back on track on Wednesday. He’s scored 20 points or more in 10 of his last 12 outings, but the two exceptions have been poor. The good news for fantasy managers is that the highs have outweighed the lows, with Green providing top-75 value in eight- and nine-cat formats over the past three weeks. Houston’s final two games of Week 22, Oklahoma City at home and Golden State on the road, will be far more challenging for Green and the Rockets.
HOU • Forward • #17
9 months ago
With Fred VanVleet (ankle) unavailable, Eason made his 15th start of the season on Wednesday. As has often been the case, he recorded a quality stat line for category league managers who have him rostered. Eason’s fantasy value over the past two weeks hasn’t been great, but he’s ranked safely within the top 100 in eight- and nine-cat formats for the season. Also, another start could be in the cards for Tari, as Dillon Brooks picked up his 16th technical foul, which triggers a one-game suspension. Houston hosts Oklahoma City on Friday.
UTA • Center • #24
9 months ago
After a two-game absence, Kessler returned to the Jazz lineup and played 28 minutes on Wednesday. He did fill out the stat sheet, which, unfortunately, included a 1-of-5 night at the foul line. The inconsistent availability has negatively impacted Kessler’s fantasy value, as he’s ranked well outside the top 150 in eight- and nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. Of course, fantasy managers who have him rostered aren’t going to drop Kessler, nor should they. That said, Kyle Filipowski has been far more reliable recently, and he’s only rostered in 39 percent of Yahoo! leagues. The rookie struggled on Wednesday, shooting 3-of-14 from the field and dropping a 6/11/1/2/2 line, but he’s provided ninth-round value over the past two weeks.
UTA • Guard • #2
9 months ago
Sexton returned to the Jazz lineup after missing Monday’s loss to the Hornets and was solid in his 24 minutes on the court. While he’s still rostered in 77 percent of Yahoo! leagues, the issue for fantasy managers is that the Jazz essentially know what they have in Sexton. As a result, he’s not playing starters’ minutes despite being in the starting lineup. Johnny Juzang, bumped to the bench with Sexton back in the lineup, finished Wednesday’s defeat with five points, two rebounds, two assists, one steal and one three-pointer in 23 minutes, shooting 2-of-11 from the field.
UTA • Guard • #13
9 months ago
Sure, there aren’t many positives to take from a 143-105 defeat. However, Collier’s performance was arguably his best of the season. Not only did the rookie shoot over 50 percent from the field and score 22 points, but he also dished out 10 assists and did not commit a turnover. With Collier committing at least four turnovers in four of his previous five appearances, this was a welcome performance from the first-round pick out of USC. Given how Jazz coach Will Hardy has handled the minutes, it appears the team feels better about Collier at the point than 2023 first-round pick Keyonte George. George has not started a game since January 22, and he finished Wednesday’s loss with 14 points, one rebound and three three-pointers in 27 minutes.
UTA • Center • #24
9 months ago
Sexton and Kessler are back after missing Monday’s loss to the Hornets. Due to their returns, the Jazz have moved Johnny Juzang and KJ Martin to the bench. While both players should continue to log rotation minutes, there isn’t much to gain from rostering Juzang or Martin in most leagues.
Source: NBA Lineups
HOU • Forward • #17
9 months ago
The Rockets are without Fred VanVleet, who will not play due to a sore right ankle. Eason replaces him in the lineup, and this also shifts Thompson into the point guard role. The lineup change raises Thompson and Eason’s fantasy ceilings.
Source: NBA Lineups
UTA • • #
9 months ago
Springer is available after playing 27 minutes off the bench in Monday’s loss to the Hornets. He should take on a similar workload against the Rockets. However, with Collin Sexton available, there isn’t much to gain from streaming Springer.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Guard • #5
9 months ago
VanVleet has been downgraded from questionable to out due to soreness in his right ankle. Rockets coach Ime Udoka said this may be an issue the point guard has to manage for the rest of the season. With VanVleet out, Tari Eason could potentially move into the starting lineup, with Aaron Holiday entering the rotation.
Source: Danielle Lerner
HOU • Guard • #5
9 months ago
VanVleet is dealing with soreness in his right ankle, which he initially injured in early February. With the Rockets facing a Jazz squad that will be without most of its key contributors, Wednesday’s game could be viewed as an opportunity to get VanVleet an extra night off. If he does not play, Tari Eason could move into the starting lineup, with Aaron Holiday potentially entering the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
UTA • Forward • #5
9 months ago
Williams’ underwhelming rookie season is coming to a close. The Colorado product will likely be replaced by a host of wings. Johnny Juzang and Brice Sensabaugh will be among them.
UTA • Forward-Center • #23
9 months ago
Markkanen’s timetable for return is set for 7 to 10 days while Collins is only certain to miss at least a week. Fantasy managers should expect to see a lot more KJ Martin and Kyle Filipowski in the meantime.
UTA • Guard • #2
9 months ago
Sexton and Kessler both missed Utah’s last game against Charlotte. It appears like they’re ready to return to their usual starting roles, though. Brice Sensabaugh and Kyle Filipowski could return to bench roles.
UTA • • #
9 months ago
Springer played 27 minutes in Monday’s loss to the Hornets and will likely shoulder a similar workload if cleared to play on Wednesday. He would only be worth the risk as a deep-league streamer if Collin Sexton (pelvis) does not play. Sexton is questionable on the initial injury report for Wednesday.
Source: Utah Jazz
UTA • Center • #24
9 months ago
Kessler and Sexton have a shot at playing on Wednesday, which is suitable for those who have either player rostered on their fantasy teams. However, if cleared to play, both players will likely have their playing time limited. Johnny Juzang and KJ Martin started Monday’s loss to the Hornets and would retain those roles if Kessler and Sexton remain out.
Source: Utah Jazz
UTA • Forward-Center • #23
9 months ago
Fantasy managers who have Markkanen rostered should operate under the assumption that he won’t help them during Week 22. If he returns, that’s great, but the Jazz forward’s minutes will likely be capped. Williams is also unavailable and will miss another opportunity to play rotation minutes. Brice Sensabaugh and Kyle Filipowski will play plenty as Utah plays out the rest of the season.
Source: Utah Jazz
HOU • Center • #28
9 months ago
Sengun bounced back after missing three free-throw attempts Sunday against the Suns to make all four of his free throws against the Lakers Monday. The 22-year-old center had an otherwise solid, but unspectacular effort. He only committed two turnovers, which has also been an issue for him. Sengun’s varied skillset allows him to contribute in many categories, but his free-throw shooting and turnovers have dragged his value down a bit on the season.
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
9 months ago
Thompson played 34 minutes Monday against the Lakers after tweaking his left ankle again during the Rockets’ game against the Suns Sunday. The good news didn’t stop there for the 22-year-old point guard as he was highly effective. Thompson also, as usual, contributed on the defensive end. It appears that everything is fine with his ankle as Thompson continues to live up to the hype that comes with being a top-five draft selection.
UTA • Center • #22
9 months ago
Filipowski got another start with Walker Kessler and Lauri Markkanen out against the Hornets Monday. The 21-year-old power forward was hardly efficient on offense, going 2-of-8 from behind the three-point line. That was a little out of character for a player shooting 51 percent on the season, including 38 percent behind the arc. He should continue to hold value in deeper formats as long as he’s in the starting lineup.
UTA • Forward • #28
9 months ago
Sensabaugh got the start Monday with Collin Sexton and Cody Williams out. The 21-year-old small forward played just 26 minutes, but was efficient and went 5-of-10 from behind the three-point line. With Jordan Clarkson out for the rest of the season, Sensabaugh should see a decent amount of minutes over the rest of the season whether he’s starting or not. He’s returning ninth-round value over the last two weeks and is a decent streamer for the moment.
UTA • Guard • #33
9 months ago
With both Collin Sexton (pelvis) and Cody Williams (illness) sidelined against Charlotte, Sensabaugh and Juzang will fill out the open spots in the starting lineup. Both players scored in double figures in Utah’s last game and should take on extra minutes as starters. Martin will also replace Oscar Tshiebwe in the starting unit.
Source: Charlotte Hornets PR
UTA • Guard • #2
9 months ago
With both players out after initially being listed as questionable, the Jazz will have two open spots in their starting lineup. Keyonte George, Johnny Juzang and Brice Sensabaugh will all be candidates to fill the void, though all three should see a bump in minutes and usage regardless of who starts.
Source: Andy Larsen
HOU • Center • #12
9 months ago
Adams logged 12 minutes on Sunday and will be available to play in both legs of a back-to-back since early February. However, with Alperen Sengun healthy, Adams likely won’t see enough minutes to provide standard league value. Still, it’s a good step in his progression, since he has been dealing with ankle injuries all season.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
9 months ago
Thompson tweaked his ankle during Sunday’s blowout victory, but he was able to return to finish the game and logged 25 minutes. He should occupy his typical spot in the starting unit despite injuring his left ankle for the third time this season just 24 hours before.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Center • #12
9 months ago
After sitting out Thursday’s win over the Jazz, Adams played 12 minutes off the bench in Sunday’s win over the Suns. The veteran center has not played both ends of a back-to-back since February 3-4, but the importance of Monday’s matchup likely factors into Udoka saying that Adams will play. Houston and the Lakers are two of the teams fighting for the two-seed in the West, with the Rockets leading third-place Denver by two games in the loss column and the Lakers by three.
Source: Danielle Lerner
HOU • Forward • #17
9 months ago
Since Eason has not reached the point where he can play both games of back-to-backs, he sat out Sunday’s blowout win over Phoenix. Monday’s game is of far greater importance to the Rockets, who are looking to lock down the two-seed in the West, so saving Eason for that matchup is understandable. Unless Amen Thompson’s ankle keeps him out of Monday’s game, Eason will come off the bench, but he remains valuable in standard leagues.
Source: Danielle Lerner
HOU • G • #15
9 months ago
After over three weeks on the sidelines with an avulsion fracture in his right thumb, Sheppard was cleared to return on Sunday. Houston winning by 39 points ensured there would be minutes available to the rookie, who finished one blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. Sheppard will not help fantasy managers this season, but the opportunities he does receive the rest of the season will be of interest to those preparing for the 2025-26 campaign.
HOU • Guard • #5
9 months ago
After shooting 1-of-10 from the field in Friday’s win over the Jazz, VanVleet needed to get back on track. That happened on Sunday, as he and the Rockets steamrolled the Suns in the second game of their road trip. In addition to shooting over 50 percent from the field, VanVleet’s seven assists were the most he’s recorded in a game since March 15. Over the past two weeks, he has provided seventh-round value in eight-cat formats. VanVleet and the Rockets play four games during Week 22, starting with the Lakers on Monday.
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
9 months ago
Thompson tweaked his left ankle during the first quarter of Sunday’s game, the third time he’s injured that ankle this season. The good news for fantasy managers is that he returned to the game after a brief stint on the bench and ultimately played 25 minutes in the 148-109 victory. However, with the Rockets visiting the Lakers on Monday, Thompson should be considered questionable for the team’s second game in as many nights.
Source: Ben DuBose
HOU • Center • #28
9 months ago
Sengun checked out with 4:38 remaining in the third quarter and did not return, falling one rebound short of his 44th double-double of the season. Over the past two weeks, the Rockets center has been a seventh-round player in eight-cat formats. Foul shooting has been an issue for Sengun, who entered Sunday shooting 68.6 percent from the stripe during the last two weeks. That number will decrease in the aftermath of Sunday’s 4-of-7 effort. Houston plays four games during Week 22, starting with the Lakers on Monday.
HOU • Guard • #4
9 months ago
After missing all four shot attempts during the first quarter, Green encountered far less resistance from the Suns defensively, making nine of his final 13 attempts from the field. A steady diet of straight-line drives to the basket led to recording his third 30-point line in four games. Over the past two weeks, he has provided seventh-round value in eight-cat formats. Green not playing during the fourth quarter should ensure he’s well-rested for Monday’s game against the Lakers. The Rockets play four games during Week 22.
HOU • Guard-Forward • #9
9 months ago
Brooks got into an altercation with Kevin Durant, and both players were issued technical fouls with 4:48 remaining in the second quarter. However, Brooks would receive a second technical foul for arguing with an official, resulting in an early trip to the showers. He played 11 minutes, finishing with eight points, one rebound, one assist, one steal, one block and two three-pointers. Jabari Smith Jr. replaced Brooks in the lineup to begin the third quarter.
HOU • G • #15
9 months ago
Initially declared out for Sunday’s game, Sheppard will be available after missing a little under one month with an avulsion fracture in his right thumb. While the rookie being available is excellent news for the Rockets, Sheppard is unlikely to get the minutes needed to impact fantasy basketball.
Source: Vanessa Richardson
UTA • Guard • #2
9 months ago
Sexton’s potential absence means Isaiah Collier and Johnny Juzang could take on additional minutes and usage. Collier is already a full-time starter, so Juzang should be the biggest beneficiary if Sexton is sidelined.
Source: Utah Jazz
UTA • Center • #24
9 months ago
Markkanen last appeared in a game on March 17, while Monday’s game will be the second that Kessler has missed. Their absences mean Oscar Tshiebwe and Kyle Filipowski will likely remain in the starting lineup, and both are worth rostering in deep leagues. Filipowski has a higher offensive ceiling, while Tshiebwe is especially useful to managers needing rebounds.
Source: Utah Jazz
HOU • G • #15
9 months ago
Sheppard is working his way back from an avulsion fracture in his right thumb, having recently played some 5-on-5. If the rookie is made available for Sunday’s game, he’s unlikely to get the minutes needed to impact fantasy basketball. Rockets coach Ime Udoka said Sheppard might be sent to the team’s G League affiliate for additional reps during his pregame availability.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Center • #12
9 months ago
Adams is back after sitting out Thursday’s win over the Jazz. He’ll handle the backup center responsibilities, while Jock Landale will likely fall out of the rotation. There’s no need to roster Landale, who may re-enter the rotation for Monday’s game against the Lakers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #17
9 months ago
Sunday’s game is the first of two in as many nights for the Rockets, who visit the Lakers on Monday. That game is of greater importance to the Rockets in the team’s quest for the two-seed in the Western Conference, so Eason will not play against Phoenix. Jabari Smith Jr. should see his playing time increase, but coming off the bench limits his fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
UTA • Guard • #2
9 months ago
Sexton has scored 20 points or more in two straight and three of his last five appearances. However, he did not provide much value outside of points on Friday, shooting 1-of-4 from beyond the arc. Sexton scored while backcourt partner Isaiah Collier did the passing, as the rookie finished with three points, three rebounds, seven assists and one steal in 32 minutes. Sexton will be worth rostering as long as he’s available, but fantasy managers must be ready to pivot if that changes.
UTA • Center • #22
9 months ago
Rostered in 29 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Filipowski has offered 11th-round value in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks. While that isn’t excellent fantasy value, the situation in Utah is such that the rookie big is one of the few players who can be relied upon. Filipowski has scored 13 points or more in four straight outings and has hit double figures in rebounds six times since February 28. The Jazz won’t play again during Week 21, but they have four games on the Week 22 schedule.
UTA • F-C • #34
9 months ago
Walker Kessler did not play in Friday’s game, resulting in Tshiebwe making his first start as a pro. While the second-year center did not have the best night shooting-wise, going 2-of-5 from the field, he did reach double figures in rebounds for the fourth time this season. Depending on Kessler’s availability, Tshiebwe will have more opportunities before the season ends. However, he still isn’t worth the risk in most fantasy leagues.
UTA • Center • #24
9 months ago
Unsurprisingly, Kessler will miss the second leg of Utah’s back-to-back set after landing on the injury report late on Friday afternoon. In his absence, Oscar Tshiebwe, KJ Martin and Kyle Filipowski should pick up the slack by committee.
Source: NBA Injury Report
UTA • Center • #24
9 months ago
Kessler could be sidelined for the second night of Utah’s back-to-back, and reports indicated that he appeared ill in the locker room after Thursday’s game. Oscar Tshiebwe will be available to take on some of the center minutes if Kessler isn’t available, and KJ Martin could replace him in the starting unit, with Kyle Filipowski sliding to center.
Source: Andy Larsen
UTA • Forward-Center • #23
9 months ago
This will be a sixth-straight absence for Markkanen, which means that Cody Williams should continue to start. The 10th overall pick last summer, Williams has been incredibly disappointing as a starter in place of Markkanen. Brice Sensabaugh is a better streaming option despite coming off the bench.
Source: Andy Larsen
UTA • Guard • #3
9 months ago
George bounced back from two ugly games where he was a combined 2-of-15 from the field and combined for only 14 points. The 21-year-old point guard topped those numbers with 17 points on 11 shots Thursday against the Rockets. He also dished out eight assists and now has at least seven assists in three of his last four games. George, who is shooting just under 40 percent from the field this year, is due for some ups and downs with his field-goal percentage as that part of his game still needs more work.
UTA • Guard • #2
9 months ago
Sexton was hardly efficient on his 20 shots and was a -15 in 32 minutes in the Jazz’ 11-point loss. The 26-year-old shooting guard has been mostly quiet in March, averaging 17.4 points per game and with one 30-point effort against the Celtics on March 21. Sexton’s fantasy value is mostly tied to his status as a starter for Utah. It’s a fairly unexciting profile otherwise.
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
9 months ago
Thompson recorded his fourth double-double in his last seven games after sitting out Tuesday’s game against the Hawks with an ankle injury. The 22-year-old point guard is an excellent rebounder for his position. He’s had at least nine rebounds in 10 of his last 11 games. Thompson’s impact on the game can’t be overstated and it’s great news for the Rockets and fantasy managers that he’s back on the court.
HOU • Guard • #4
9 months ago
Green was hardly efficient scoring on 20 shots, though he was able to make four three-pointers on 10 attempts. The 23-year-old shooting guard contributed in the other categories and was ultimately just two rebounds and four assists shy of a triple-double. Green’s fantasy value is ultimately tied to his scoring as he’s a top-25 fantasy player when his shot is falling.
HOU • Center • #28
9 months ago
Sengun exploded for his first game with at least 30 points since March 1. The 22-year-old center isn’t a three-point shooter and missed his only attempt from behind the three-point line against the Jazz on Thursday. Sengun committed three turnovers, which had been a problem but is as many as he committed in the previous three games combined. Sengun remains much more valuable in eight-category leagues due to his struggles with turnovers this season.
HOU • Center • #12
9 months ago
With Adams sidelined, Jock Landale will fill out the backup center minutes behind Alperen Sengun. That won’t result in Landale playing enough minutes to warrant a stream in any format.
Source: Vanessa Richardson
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
9 months ago
Thompson is back after missing Tuesday’s game against Atlanta. He’ll return to his typical spot in the starting lineup, which will push Tari Eason back to a reserve role. Eason should see plenty of minutes, but he won’t have the same upside that he held as a starter.
Source: Vanessa Richardson
UTA • Guard • #00
9 months ago
Clarkson has dealt with plantar fasciitis in his left foot for much of this season, most recently missing Utah’s March 25 loss to the Grizzlies. The Jazz announced Thursday that he underwent a medical procedure to address the issue and will not play again this season. Utah was already taking steps to ensure its younger players would get all the playing time they need to develop, so Clarkson being ruled out does not change much. Brice Sensabaugh and Cody Williams won’t lack playing time the rest of the way, with the former offering a higher fantasy ceiling.
Source: Utah Jazz
UTA • Forward-Center • #23
9 months ago
Markkanen will miss a fifth-straight game, with Thursday’s absence due to return to competition conditioning. As for Clarkson, he will miss a second-straight contest after logging 23 minutes on Sunday. Fantasy managers should be all-in on Isaiah Collier, Kyle Filipowski and Brice Sensabaugh, as they’re guaranteed to play as long as they’re healthy.
Source: NBA Injury Report