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UTA • Forward-Center • #23
9 months ago
Markkanen will miss an eighth straight game, and there’s no telling when he’ll make his return. Jaden Springer is also dealing with a back issue, so he’ll sit this one out as well. The Jazz are sitting most of their starters and a number of key role players in a matchup with Philadelphia that could do down as one of the most star-studded events of the season. Brice Sensabaugh and Johnny Juzang should see increased playing time for as long as Markkanen is out.
Source: https://x.com/utahjazz/status/1898497702738153932
UTA • Guard • #2
9 months ago
Utah has everyone and their grandmother sitting this one out, which isn’t too surprising for a team actively engaged in the race for Cooper Flagg. With Sexton and Clarkson both out, Keyonte George and Isaiah Collier should be heavily involved in Utah’s backcourt rotation.
Source: https://x.com/utahjazz/status/1898497702738153932
UTA • Center • #24
9 months ago
Kessler grabbed a career-best 25 rebounds in Friday’s loss to Toronto, but the tanking Jazz will keep him on the sideline against an equally tanky Sixers squad. With Collins still nursing a back injury, Utah could employ KJ Martin and Kyle Filipowski as the starting frontcourt, as they did the last two games in which both Kessler and Collins were out.
Source: https://x.com/utahjazz/status/1898497702738153932
MIN • Guard • #0
9 months ago
The Timberwolves reserves outscored their Heat counterparts by a 37-35 margin, with DiVincenzo and Nickeil Alexander-Walker (12 points, two rebounds, one steal, two blocks and three three-pointers) leading the way. Since returning from his toe injury, DiVincenzo has provided top-30 value in nine-cat formats. Whether he starts or comes off the bench, the Timberwolves guard will provide reliable fantasy value. He should be rostered in more than 72 percent of Yahoo! leagues, even with the Timberwolves only playing three games during Week 19.
MIN • Center-Forward • #11
9 months ago
No singular Timberwolves player stood out offensively on Friday, as seven players scored between 12 and 15 points. However, Reid continues to provide solid value with Rudy Gobert (back) out of the lineup. Since February 13 (Gobert last played on February 12), Reid has averaged 18.1 points, 9.7 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 0.7 steals, 1.3 blocks and 2.7 three-pointers per game. Despite shooting just 40.4 percent from the field, Reid has provided fourth-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats.
MIN • Forward-Center • #30
9 months ago
Randle finished Friday’s win one assist shy of a triple-double, which would have been his first as a Timberwolves player. He was one of seven players to score between 12 and 15 points, as the balanced offensive effort was enough to get Minnesota its third straight road victory. Since returning to the lineup on March 2, Randle has been a sixth-round player in eight-cat formats (eighth-round in nine-cat). He’ll look to end Week 18 on a high when the Timberwolves host the Spurs on Sunday.
MIN • Guard • #5
9 months ago
Edwards did not look like himself for most of Friday’s game and was even late to the court for the third quarter. Following the win, Timberwolves coach Chris Finch said his star guard was dealing with an illness, hence his not starting the second half. Edwards didn’t offer much value offensively, with eight of his 10 shots coming from beyond the arc, but he did contribute 13 rebounds and six assists. Hopefully, he’ll be good for Sunday’s home game against the Spurs.
Source: Christopher Hine
UTA • Center • #22
9 months ago
With Walker Kessler in the starting lineup, Filipowski was used in a reserve role Friday night. The good news for fantasy managers is that the change did not prohibit him from providing solid fantasy value. Filipowski shot 70 percent from the field and grabbed five rebounds, and the two steals were a nice bonus for those who have him in their lineups. Rostered in 32 percent of Yahoo! leagues, he’s worth holding onto for the rest of the season.
UTA • Guard • #3
9 months ago
George didn’t have a great night shooting the basketball, going 4-of-14 from the field, but fantasy managers were likely pleased with the rebounds and assists. While the Jazz have limited the minutes of their key veterans as the season winds down, George doesn’t qualify. As a result, he’s still playing over 30 minutes per game despite coming off the bench. Unfortunately, poor shooting and limited defensive production continue to weigh down his fantasy value.
UTA • Center • #24
9 months ago
Kessler was fantastic on Friday, establishing new career highs in rebounds and blocked shots. The 7-foot-1 center accounted for 18 rebounds and three blocks in the first half alone. While the Raptors did more to keep Kessler off the glass after halftime, he still blocked another five shots. Only Dikembe Mutombo and Ben Wallace have corralled more rebounds in a game as a Raptors opponent than Kessler, who has been a top-10 player in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks.
Source: Josh Lewenberg
UTA • Guard • #2
9 months ago
The availability of the Jazz veterans has been frustrating for fantasy managers, as it has wreaked havoc on rosters at this point in the season. Sexton was available Friday night but only played 24 minutes, as Isaiah Collier (six points, three rebounds, and six assists) and Keyonte George remain the Jazz’s priorities. While he certainly can’t be dropped, Sexton’s playing time could frustrate some fantasy managers as the regular season concludes.
UTA • Center • #24
9 months ago
Sexton and Kessler are back after sitting out Wednesday’s loss to the Wizards, pushing Johnny Juzang and Kyle Filipowski to the bench. However, Juzang and Filipowski will figure prominently within the rotation despite coming off the bench, so hold onto them.
Source: NBA Lineups
MIN • Center • #27
9 months ago
Gobert hasn’t played since before the All-Star break and that won’t change Friday as he’s been ruled out with a back injury. Naz Reid will continue to start in his place and be the primary beneficiary of Gobert’s absence.
UTA • Guard • #3
9 months ago
George missed Wednesday’s game against the Wizards with an illness, but is set to return Friday after just a one-game absence. The 21-year-old should resume his normal role as the backup point guard.
Source: Andy Larsen
UTA • • #
9 months ago
Springer has a chance to return to the court, but his availability is not impactful in the world of fantasy hoops.
Source: Ben Anderson on Twitter
UTA • Guard • #2
9 months ago
Sexton will return after sitting out against Washington on Wednesday, and George has a chance to take the court after a one-game absence. Sexton should handle his normal workload unless George is out again. In that case, Sexton would likely see increased run.
Source: Ben Anderson on Twitter
UTA • Forward-Center • #23
9 months ago
Both players remain without a timeline for return, and the tanking Jazz won’t be in a hurry to rush them back. Brice Sensabaugh, KJ Martin and Johnny Juzang should see a bump in playing time with Markkanen and Clarkson sidelined.
Source: Ben Anderson on Twitter
UTA • Forward-Center • #20
9 months ago
Walker Kessler (rest) is available. Kessler will return to the lineup following a one-game absence, and he’ll presumably handle an elevated workload with Collins still sidelined.
Source: Ben Anderson on Twitter
MIN • Center • #27
9 months ago
Gobert hasn’t played since before the All-Star break, which has allowed Naz Reid to thrive as part of the starting lineup. If Gobert returns, Reid will likely return to playing his typical significant role off the bench, though it is unlikely that he matches his production from the past few weeks.
Source: Dane Moore
UTA • Center • #22
9 months ago
Filipowski came through for fantasy managers that streamed the 21-year-old power forward Wednesday. The Jazz had multiple key players out against the Wizards and Filipowski made the most of his 29 minutes as he had 23 points and 13 rebounds. At this point, he needs to be rostered in more leagues because this won’t be the last time he’s put in the starting lineup with multiple players out.
UTA • Center • #22
9 months ago
Filipowski came through for fantasy managers that streamed the 21-year-old power forward Wednesday. The Jazz had multiple key players out against the Wizards and Filipowski made the most of his 29 minutes as he had 23 points and 13 rebounds. At this point, he needs to be rostered in more leagues because this won’t be the last time he’s put in the starting lineup with multiple players out.
UTA • Guard • #33
9 months ago
Juzang was one of the main beneficiaries of the Jazz sitting almost half of their roster Wednesday. The 23-year-old shooting guard got the start and poured in 27 points with five 3-pointers. It was a season-high in points for the former UCLA product. Juzang is someone to keep an eye on with the Jazz seemingly uninterested in playing most of their regular starters on certain nights.
UTA • Guard • #33
9 months ago
Juzang was one of the main beneficiaries of the Jazz sitting almost half of their roster Wednesday. The 23-year-old shooting guard got the start and poured in 27 points with five three-pointers. It was a season-high in points for the UCLA product. Juzang is someone to keep an eye on with the Jazz seemingly uninterested in playing most of their regular starters on certain nights.
MIN • Forward • #3
9 months ago
McDaniels breakout season continued Wednesday as the 24-year-old power forward had another big game. McDaniels’ 29 points were tied with Anthony Edwards for a team-high. He also had 10 rebounds to earn himself a double-double and contributed two steals on the defensive end. McDaniels is top-25 in fantasy value over the last two months.
MIN • Forward • #3
9 months ago
McDaniels breakout season continued Wednesday as the 24-year-old power forward had another big game. McDaniels’ 29 points were tied with Anthony Edwards for a team-high. He also had 10 rebounds to earn himself a double-double and contributed two steals on the defensive end. McDaniels ranks inside the top-25 in fantasy value over the last two months.
MIN • Forward-Center • #30
9 months ago
Randle suited up for the second game of the back-to-back Wednesday despite initially being questionable with a groin injury. The 30-year-old power forward had a great game. Randle poured in 25 points, pulled down 10 rebounds and dished out nine assists. He was merely one assist shy of a triple-double. Randle missed almost a month with a groin injury this season, but hopefully for fantasy managers he can stay healthy over the rest of the season.
MIN • Forward-Center • #30
9 months ago
Randle suited up for the second game of the back-to-back Wednesday despite initially being questionable with a groin injury. The 30-year-old power forward had a great game. Randle poured in 25 points, pulled down 10 rebounds and dished out nine assists. He was merely one assist shy of a triple-double. Randle missed almost a month with a groin injury this season, but hopefully for fantasy managers he can stay healthy over the rest of the season.
MIN • Guard • #5
9 months ago
Edwards got off to a great start in March when he dropped 44 points against the Suns last Sunday. The 23-year-old shooting guard had another excellent performance against the Hornets Wednesday as he dropped 29 points, dished out six assists and had six 3-pointers. He also contributed on the defensive end with two steals and a block. Edwards has been top-25 in fantasy value since the All-Star break.
MIN • Guard • #5
9 months ago
Edwards got off to a great start in March when he dropped 44 points against the Suns last Sunday. The 23-year-old shooting guard had another excellent performance against the Hornets Wednesday as he dropped 29 points, dished out six assists and had six three-pointers. He also contributed on the defensive end with two steals and a block. Edwards has been top-25 in fantasy value since the All-Star break.
UTA • Forward • #28
9 months ago
The Jazz will play Wednesday’s game without multiple rotation players, so the youngsters will get extended opportunities to prove themselves. Collier, Sensabaugh and Filipowski are the starters most worthy of being streamed, with the former being just as valuable when Utah is at full strength.
Source: NBA Lineups
MIN • Guard • #0
9 months ago
With Wednesday’s game being the Timberwolves’ second in as many nights, Mike Conley (rest) will not play. DiVincenzo will move into the starting five, making his first start since returning from the mid-January toe injury that sidelined him for six weeks. That’s the only change to the starting lineup.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Forward-Center • #30
9 months ago
Initially questionable for Wednesday’s game, Randle will play both ends of the Timberwolves’ back-to-back despite recently returning from a strained groin. That’s good news for fantasy managers, as he is Minnesota’s second offensive option behind Anthony Edwards.
Source: NBA Injury Report
UTA • Guard • #3
9 months ago
George was initially listed as questionable, but has since been ruled out with an illness Wednesday. The 21-year-old point guard joins almost of the Jazz roster in being ruled out against the Wizards. Isaiah Collier and Brice Sensabaugh should see all the backcourt minutes they can handle tonight.
MIN • Forward-Center • #30
9 months ago
Randle has handled a solid workload since returning from a lengthy layoff and might get a night off against a struggling Charlotte team. Terrence Shannon Jr. could be poised for a return to the starting lineup if Randle is ruled out.
MIN • Center • #27
9 months ago
Gobert will miss his ninth consecutive game while Conley will get a breather after appearing in eight straight contests. Naz Reid will likely continue starting for Gobert and Nickeil Alexander-Walker could step in for Conley.
UTA • • #
9 months ago
Springer hasn’t done much since joining the Jazz and will join a host of his injured guard teammates on the sidelines against Washington. EJ Harkless could see a significant bump in minutes given how thin Utah is.
UTA • Guard • #3
9 months ago
George has been able to find success on offense despite his move to the bench but is questionable for Wednesday. Utah could have to get creative against Washington because of how thin its backcourt is right now.
MIN • Guard • #9
9 months ago
Most of NAW’s big nights as a scorer have come when he is starting, but he was able to provide buckets as a reserve on Tuesday. This was Alexander-Walker’s third 20-point game off the bench this season, with two of those coming since the All-Star break. NAW is more than capable of contributing value in nine-cat leagues, but he is a risky option to stream in when he isn’t in the starting lineup. Still, it was nice to see him play this well as a reserve.
MIN • Forward • #3
9 months ago
McDaniels has finally enjoyed a breakout statistical season in Minnesota, and he has turned into a fantasy star over the past two months. He ranks inside the top 25 in nine-cat value during that stretch, and the main recent for his improvement has been that he is finally contributing defense stats. He has long been considered one of the best defensive players in the NBA, but it doesn’t mean as much to fantasy managers if the steals and blocks don’t come along with it. Minnesota had three more games this week, with a matchup in Charlotte on Wednesday up next.
MIN • Center-Forward • #11
9 months ago
Reid led a balanced attack for Minnesota in their win over Philadelphia. He was the team’s leading scorer, though seven different players scored in double figures, including all five starters. Reid had a few subpar shooting nights entering this game, but he was able to hit 50 percent of his shot attempts after shooting below that mark in five straight games. Gobert has missed Minnesota’s last eight games, and it’s unclear how much longer he’ll be sidelined. Reid will remain an elite option in fantasy basketball as part of the starting lineup.
MIN • Guard • #0
9 months ago
DiVincenzo has come off the bench in his four games since returning from the toe injury that kept him sidelined for over a month, but that hasn’t limited his production. He has averaged 14.3 points, four rebounds, 5.3 assists, 2.3 steals and 4.8 threes in 24.9 minutes per game since returning. He remains on a minutes restriction, but Chris Finch said before the game that it is to make it easier to have DiVincenzo available at the end of games. Once the restriction lifts, it wouldn’t be surprising if he returned to the starting lineup.
Source: Jon Krawczynski
MIN • Forward-Center • #30
9 months ago
Randle was initially listed as questionable, but he will suit up for a second straight game. He had 20 points in 34 minutes in his first game back on Sunday after missing about a month with this groin injury.
Source: NBA Injury Report
UTA • Guard • #2
9 months ago
It shouldn’t come as a surprise that Sexton will sit out against another tanking team. He played 20 minutes as a starter on Monday, but his absence should allow Brce Sensabaugh to return to the starting lineup.
Source: Andy Larsen
UTA • • #
9 months ago
Springer played 14 first-half minutes in Monday’s loss to the Pistons before exiting with lower back spasms. The good news is that he’s questionable for Wednesday and should play quality minutes if cleared. That isn’t enough to make Springer a must-roster player, but there will be opportunities due to how shorthanded the Jazz will be.
Source: Andy Larsen
UTA • Center • #24
9 months ago
Kessler and Collins are two of five Jazz rotation players who will not be available for Wednesday’s game. Their absences mean KJ Martin and Kyle Filipowski will remain in the starting lineup. Filipowski offers a higher upside in fantasy leagues and should be rostered for the rest of the season. As for Martin, he’s slightly more valuable than the average streamer due to Collins’ recent inactivity.
Source: Andy Larsen
UTA • Forward-Center • #23
9 months ago
Utah has a great opportunity to get a game closer to Washington in the race for Cooper Flagg, so managers shouldn’t be surprised that Markkanen and Clarkson will miss yet another game. Brice Sensabaugh and Johnny Juzang should remain in the starting lineup.
Source: Andy Larsen
UTA • • #
10 months ago
Springer did not return after playing 14 minutes in the first half, a disappointing end for a player who agreed to a three-year deal on Sunday. With his contract guaranteed for the rest of the season, Springer should have opportunities to show what he can do provided he’s healthy. Utah hits the road for its final three games of Week 18, starting with the Wizards on Wednesday in a battle of two of the NBA’s worst teams.
UTA • Center • #24
10 months ago
After sitting out Sunday’s loss to the Pelicans, Kessler returned to the Jazz lineup and played 28 minutes. Averaging just over 30 minutes per game for the season, he’s played 26 and 28 minutes in his last two appearances. The decrease isn’t significant, but it’s something else that fantasy managers will need to track heading into the playoffs. Kessler has been a top 40 player in nine-cat formats since the All-Star break, but the questionable availability (through no fault of his own) limits the impact.
UTA • Guard • #2
10 months ago
Monday’s game was Sexton’s second since returning from a sprained ankle, and the minutes remained limited. Having played 17 minutes on Friday against the Timberwolves, he played 20 against the Pistons. In addition to the availability, the playing time once he’s on the floor is a concern for those who have Sexton rostered. The Jazz don’t have another back-to-back until Saturday/Sunday, but the team has shown on multiple occasions that they’re willing to sit their veterans at any time.
UTA • Center • #22
10 months ago
With Walker Kessler returning to the Jazz lineup on Monday, Filipowski was relegated to the bench. However, that did not prevent the rookie from providing reliable fantasy value, scoring a season-high 25 points and grabbing eight rebounds. Filipowski did not record any defensive stats, but fantasy managers received their money’s worth in points, rebounds and three-pointers. Given Utah’s place in the standings, Filipowski won’t lack opportunities as the season approaches its conclusion. He should be rostered in more than 17 percent of Yahoo! leagues.
MIN • Forward-Center • #30
10 months ago
Randle logged 34 minutes Sunday in his first game back in over a month. He’s now questionable with the same injury that kept him out for that extended period. Should he miss another game, guys like Jaylen Clark and Terrence Shannon Jr. could see additional run, while Naz Reid would be in line for monster minutes and usage since Rudy Gobert is already out.
Source: SneakerReporter on Twitter
MIN • Center • #27
10 months ago
Gobert will miss an eighth straight game for lower back injury management reasons. Naz Reid will continue to serve as the starting center, which boosts his fantasy value. The Timberwolves went small in Sunday’s win over the Suns when Reid was not in the game, as Julius Randle was available after missing time with a strained groin.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Guard • #0
10 months ago
It’s one thing for a shooter like DiVincenzo to provide excellent value in the three-point category. Not only did he hit eight triples on Sunday, but the “Big Ragu” was credited with a career-high six steals. Dealing with a case of turf toe that sidelined him for one month, DiVincenzo has been used in a reserve role in his first three games back. Mike Conley (3/1/1/2 with one three-pointer) has remained in the starting lineup, but he only played 20 minutes on Sunday. DiVincenzo doesn’t need to start to provide reliable fantasy value, especially when he plays 27 minutes (as was the case on Sunday).
MIN • Guard • #5
10 months ago
After serving a one-game suspension for picking up his 16th technical foul of the season, Edwards kept his emotions in check Sunday night. And that was terrible news for the Suns, as the Timberwolves guard went off. Edwards produced an excellent overall stat line, committing just one turnover. Since the All-Star break, he has provided top-25 value in eight- and nine-cat formats. And Edwards should be aided moving forward by the recent returns of Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo, who combined to score 44 against the Suns.
MIN • Forward-Center • #30
10 months ago
Sunday’s game was Randle’s first since January 30, so the minutes tally (34) was surprising. However, he looked sharp on the court, shooting over 50 percent from the field and grabbing six rebounds. Jaylen Clark and Terrence Shannon Jr. combined to play 18 minutes on Sunday, with Randle and Anthony Edwards back in the lineup. Redraft league managers who held onto either Clark or Shannon can free up a roster spot with Randle playing starters’ minutes in his first game back.
MIN • Forward-Center • #30
10 months ago
Edwards (suspension) and Randle (groin) are back in the Timberwolves’ lineup for their final game of Week 18. The returns mean Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Terrence Shannon Jr. head to the bench, where both have lower fantasy ceilings. Also, Conley continues to start for Donte DiVincenzo as the latter works his way back from a toe injury.
Source: NBA Lineups
MIN • Guard • #5
10 months ago
Edwards was initially questionable for Sunday’s game, and he returns after serving a one-game suspension on Friday against the Jazz. As for Randle, he’s back in the lineup after a strained groin sidelined him for 13 games. Randle’s minutes will likely be restricted in his first game back, but Terrence Shannon Jr. may still be headed back to the bench.
Source: Dana Scott
MIN • Forward-Center • #30
10 months ago
Randle missed all of February with a groin injury but is targeting a Sunday return. He’ll likely bump Terrence Shannon Jr. to the bench and start alongside Naz Reid in the frontcourt.
MIN • Guard • #5
10 months ago
Edwards missed Friday’s loss to the Jazz due to a one-game suspension for technical foul accumulation. He isn’t guaranteed to play on Sunday due to a lingering calf issue. However, he played through the sore calf on Thursday when the Timberwolves lost to the Lakers. Nickeil Alexander-Walker will likely remain in the starting lineup if Edwards doesn’t play.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves