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UTA • Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Williams will not be available after starting Utah’s last 11 games. His absence will likely result in more opportunities for Brice Sensabaugh and Taylor Hendricks, with the former being the far superior fantasy option. Sensabaugh is the only one worth streaming.
Source: NBA Injury Report
UTA • Power Forward and Center • #42
about 1 month ago
With Jusuf Nurkić (illness) out, Love started Tuesday’s loss to the Clippers. Nurk is questionable for Wednesday’s game; he’ll slide back into his usual role as the starting center if cleared to play. If Nurkić can’t play, Kyle Filipowski will likely be the starter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
UTA • Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Williams is a late addition to the injury report, which is never a good sign for a player’s availability. He’s started 11 straight games, but Williams’ production hasn’t been notable, despite additional opportunities. If Williams is ultimately ruled out, Brice Sensabaugh could see a bump in playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
UTA • Center • #11
about 1 month ago
Nurkić has a chance to return for the second leg of Utah’s back-to-back set after sitting out the first leg on Tuesday. Kevin Love (rest) started in Nurkić’s place in that one, but Love will get the night off against Golden State. If Nurkić ends up sitting out again, Kyle Filipowski could enter the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
UTA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #3
about 1 month ago
George will return for the second leg of Utah’s back-to-back set, and he should handle his usual workload as a member of the starting five. Isaiah Collier and Walter Clayton Jr. will see reduced roles as a result of George’s availability.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Ant-Man sat out Monday, but he’ll be back following a one-game absence. Mike Conley should retreat back to the bench, with Bones Hyland seeing a reduction in playing time. Edwards went for 13/4/3/2 across 29 minutes in a blowout win over the Mavs on November 17.
Source: NBA Injury Report
UTA • Small Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Bailey was able to score at least 20 points for the third time in his last four games. Unfortunately, even if it was an efficient night, he didn’t provide value in any other categories. Bailey should have more big scoring nights as the season progresses, but his value in category leagues will be dependent on how much he can contribute in other areas. Still, the minutes should be there, and he has had success on offense. He’ll look to stay hot against the Warriors on Wednesday.
UTA • Power Forward and Small Forward • #23
about 1 month ago
Following a seven-game absence, Markkanen was back in the lineup for this game. However, it wasn’t the triumphant return that managers were hoping for. He was held to fewer than 20 points for the first time since Dec. 5, but the positive part is that he’s back out on the floor. Markkanen shouldn’t struggle like this often, and he’ll look to get back on track in their next game. This was the first night of a back-to-back, so Markkanen could get the night off on Wednesday after an extended absence, even if it was because of an illness.
UTA • Point Guard • #13
about 1 month ago
Keyonte George got a rest game on the first night of a back-to-back, which allowed Collier to start for the sixth time this season. He came close to recording a double-double, and he is typically a consistent source of assists when he gets the minutes. This was the second straight game he had exactly nine assists, and he has reached that mark in three of his last four. If George misses more time over the final few months of the year, Collier should play enough to provide more than just dimes.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Edwards missed Monday’s game against Golden State, and there is a chance he remains out against Dallas. Mike Conley started in his place, but Bones Hyland was far more productive off the bench. Hyland would be the better streaming option if Edwards remains out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
UTA • Power Forward and Small Forward • #23
about 1 month ago
Markkanen will unsurprisingly return to the court on Tuesday, which will limit the upside of Brice Sensabaugh and likely eliminate all of Svi Mykhailiuk’s streaming appeal.
Source: NBA Injury Report
UTA • Center • #11
about 1 month ago
Nurkić will get the night off after playing through his questionable tag on Saturday, and he should be replaced in the starting lineup by Love, who has been upgraded to available. Kyle Filipowski should enjoy additional run, too.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Center • #27
about 1 month ago
Several players made big contributions for the Timberwolves in their blowout victory over the Warriors. Even in the one-sided affair, Gobert logged 35 minutes, allowing him the time necessary to dominate the glass and the interior before finishing with a monster double-double, his eighth of January. Gobert has enjoyed another strong season and should continue to produce good numbers the rest of the way, barring any unforeseen circumstances.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
DiVincenzo did all of his scoring from beyond the arc on Monday, taking and making a lot of threes at an efficient clip. In addition to the scoring, DiVincenzo was by far Minnesota’s best distributor on the night — he led the team in assists and tied a season-high in the process. His four stocks may stand out the most, however, to add to a very balanced performance. The Timberwolves won this game convincingly, but even with the score being one-sided, DiVincenzo logged 31 minutes and, as a result, was nearly able to collect a double-double.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
about 1 month ago
Randle certainly didn’t log one of his more explosive performances on Monday, but in the blowout win, he still put up a decent line in his 23 minutes of game action. He shot well from the field and led the Timberwolves in scoring, despite some struggles from the three-point line. He had a difficult time taking care of the basketball, too. Yet, Randle was active on the boards and came close to securing a double-double in his relatively brief time. He’ll next take the floor on Wednesday against the Mavericks.
MIN • Point Guard • #10
about 1 month ago
With Anthony Edwards (foot) ruled out for Monday’s game, Conley moves into the starting lineup. However, the move into the starting lineup isn’t expected to result in a significant increase in the veteran point guard’s workload. Despite coming off the bench, Bones Hyland offers a higher ceiling for fantasy managers seeking a streamer.
Source: NBA Lineups
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Edwards will sit out Monday’s game after scoring 32 points in Sunday’s loss to the Warriors. Bones Hyland and Mike Conley will see their opportunities increase, with the former offering the higher streaming ceiling.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Edwards is a new addition to the injury report, with right foot injury management as the reason for his inclusion. Given the timing of the injury update, there’s a real possibility that he doesn’t play. If Edwards sits, Mike Conley and Bones Hyland will be asked to pick up the slack, with the latter offering a higher ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
UTA • Power Forward and Center • #42
about 1 month ago
Love did not play in Saturday’s loss to the Heat, which factored into Kyle Anderson playing 15 minutes off the bench. If Love can play on Tuesday, he may start, as Jusuf Nurkić (illness) is listed as doubtful. No Nurk may also mean that Anderson sticks in the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
UTA • Center • #11
about 1 month ago
Nurkić was initially questionable for Saturday’s loss to the Heat due to an illness, but he played and extended his triple-double streak to three games. This time, the 7-footer is listed as doubtful, so it’s more likely than not that he won’t play. If Nurkić sits, Kevin Love (knee) could replace him in the starting lineup, as he’s listed as probable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
UTA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #3
about 1 month ago
George will not play on Tuesday, with it being the first of two games the Jazz will play in as many nights. Isaiah Collier and Walter Clayton Jr. will figure more prominently in the rotation, with the former likely moving into the starting lineup. Collier will be worth streaming if he starts.
Source: NBA Injury Report
UTA • Power Forward and Small Forward • #23
about 1 month ago
Markkanen has missed seven straight and eight of Utah’s last nine games due to illness and to get his conditioning up to par. His return will likely push Svi Mykhailiuk out of the starting lineup and possibly out of the rotation entirely. Svi should not be rostered in most redraft leagues.
Source: Andy Larsen
MIN • Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
DiVincenzo was in a bit of a slump coming into Sunday’s game. The 28-year-old shooting guard had last scored at least 20 points in a game on January 8, a span of seven games. DiVincenzo wasn’t very efficient, shooting just 7-of-19 from the field. Most of his attempts were three-point attempts, though, and he made 6-of-15 from behind the three-point line. He’s provided eighth-round per game value over the last two weeks and the Timberwolves have four games in the upcoming week, making him worth considering in standard leagues if he’s available.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
DiVincenzo was in a bit of a slump coming into Sunday’s game. The 28-year-old shooting guard had last scored at least 20 points in a game on January 8, a span of seven games. DiVincenzo wasn’t very efficient, but most of his attempts were three-pointers and he made 6-of-15 from behind the three-point line. He’s provided eighth-round per game value over the last two weeks and the Timberwolves have four games in the upcoming week, making him worth considering in standard leagues if he’s available.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Edwards bounced back after scoring just 20 points in Thursday’s loss to the Bulls, adding four made three-pointers. It wasn’t enough for the Timberwolves to come away with a win as they fell 111-85 to the Warriors on Sunday. Minnesota has now lost four games in a row. Edwards has provided second-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Timberwolves start a four-game week against the Warriors on Monday.
UTA • Point Guard • #13
about 2 months ago
Collier has come off the bench in each of his last four appearances, reaching double figures in scoring in three of them. On Saturday, the second-year guard had an effective night as a scorer and playmaker, even with the Jazz getting blown out. With Keyonte George still logging starters’ minutes, Collier’s fantasy upside is limited. But that could change later in the season.
UTA • Small Forward • #28
about 2 months ago
Two days removed from one of his worst performances of the season, Sensabaugh got back on track Saturday night. He’s scored at least 23 points in four of his last five games, providing excellent production despite coming off the bench. Sensabaugh’s production can be a roller coaster, but he’s someone worth rolling the dice on during the “silly season.”
UTA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #3
about 2 months ago
Utah shot 7-of-25 from three as a team on Saturday, and George was at the center of those struggles. He missed all eight of his attempts, sinking his field-goal percentage as a result. Over the past two weeks, George has been a top-20 player in eight-cat formats, even with Saturday’s poor shooting. Utah begins a four-game Week 15 on Tuesday against the Clippers.
UTA • Center • #11
about 2 months ago
After joining Pete Maravich in the Jazz record books in Thursday’s loss to the Spurs, Nurkić made more history on Saturday. The veteran center became the first player in franchise history to record a triple-double in three consecutive games. Nurkić has played in each of Utah’s last four games, but the availability is a concern due to the Jazz prioritizing the development of their young players. As long as he’s playing starters’ minutes, Nurk’s presence limits Kyle Filipowski (9/4/3/1 with one three-pointer in 16 minutes) from a fantasy standpoint.
UTA • Center • #11
about 2 months ago
Initially doubtful for Saturday’s game, Nurkić is now listed as available. However, there have been a few instances this season in which the 7-footer has not played despite not being ruled out. In short, fantasy managers should wait until the Jazz announce the starters before committing to slotting Nurkić into their lineups.
Source: Utah Jazz
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
In the aftermath of Saturday’s killing of a man by federal agents, the league has decided to postpone Saturday’s game. The two teams will play on Sunday at 5:30 p.m. Eastern, meaning the Warriors and Timberwolves will meet on consecutive nights.
Source: Shams Charania
UTA • Power Forward and Small Forward • #23
about 2 months ago
Markkanen is set to miss his seventh game in a row Saturday against the Heat. Cody Williams should continue to start in his place while Markkanen’s next chance for a return will come Tuesday against the Clippers. Williams isn’t worth streaming in most fantasy leagues.
UTA • Center • #11
about 2 months ago
Nurkić was initially listed as doubtful with an illness. With the 31-year-old center being upgraded to questionable Saturday, his odds of suiting up against the Heat have certainly improved. With his status still up in the air, though, Kyle Filipowski could move into the starting lineup and be worth streaming if Nurkić is ruled out prior to game-time.
UTA • Power Forward and Center • #42
about 2 months ago
Love will be sidelined with a knee injury, which means he won’t be available as a depth piece with Jusuf Nurkic (illness) expected to be out. Kyle Anderson should take on a few extra minutes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
UTA • Center • #11
about 2 months ago
It looks like Nurkić will have to wait at least one more game before attempting to go for his third straight triple-double. With Kevin Love (knee) out, Kyle Filipowski should slide into the starting lineup and be a high-upside streaming option.
Source: NBA Injury Report
UTA • Power Forward and Small Forward • #23
about 2 months ago
Markkanen has missed Utah’s last six games, but there is a chance he returns to the lineup against Miami. If that happens, his return will push Cody Williams back to the bench. Williams has played well recently, but that hasn’t led to him being worth a roster spot in standard leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
about 2 months ago
It continues to come inconsistently, but Reid has been a fantasy beast at times this season. Usually, that’s because of an offensive explosion, which held true in this game. However, it was the defensive impact that made this so impressive. The blocks were a new season high for him, and for a player only averaging 0.9 blocks per game this year, that isn’t a category that managers have relied on from him. He’ll look to stay hot against the Warriors on Saturday.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
about 2 months ago
Randle’s production had dropped off in the two games since Anthony Edwards returned, but that didn’t hold true in this one. This was his eight 30-point game of the season, though only three of those have come over the past month. Randle has been excellent for Minnesota this year, and he currently ranks inside the top 50 in nine-category leagues. He’ll look to stay hot against the Warriors on Saturday.
UTA • Center • #11
about 2 months ago
If the Jazz were hoping to drum up trade interest for Nurkić ahead of the February 5 deadline, the last two games won’t hurt. On Thursday, the 7-footer became the first player to record triple-doubles in consecutive games in the franchise’s history in Utah. Counting the New Orleans years, Nurkić and the late, great Pete Maravich are the only Jazz players to record a triple-double in consecutive games. The concern at this point is the injury management nights, as Nurk has been a top-10 player in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks.
Source: Andy Larsen
UTA • Small Forward • #
about 2 months ago
One game removed from recording his fourth 20-point game of the season, Bailey enjoyed the most productive night of his rookie campaign on Thursday. The 25 points are a new high for the lottery pick, who was also productive on the glass. Of course, category league managers would like to see some defensive production from Bailey, but he’s taking steps in the right direction.
UTA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #3
about 2 months ago
George has scored at least 23 points in four straight and six of his last seven games, an impressive run for one of the NBA’s most improved players. Over the past two weeks, he has offered top-15 per-game value in eight-cat formats. While the Jazz are just 2-5 in their last seven games, the franchise is clearly prioritizing player development and its draft lottery odds. Hopefully, George will be safe from a late-season shutdown, but there’s no guarantee he will be, given how well he’s played this season.
UTA • Small Forward • #28
about 2 months ago
Sensabaugh will be back following a two-game absence. Prior to that, he had averaged 31.7 points per game over a three-game stretch. Now back in the lineup, he’ll look to pick up where he left off. Cody Williams and Taylor Hendricks should lose out on minutes.
Source: Andy Larsen
UTA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #3
about 2 months ago
Fresh off scoring a career-high 43 points in Tuesday’s win over the Timberwolves, George is available after initially being listed as questionable. He’ll occupy his usual spot in the starting lineup, with Isaiah Collier and Walter Clayton Jr. missing out on a potential boost to their fantasy value.
Source: Utah Jazz
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
about 2 months ago
Randle was a late addition to the injury report, but he will be good to go against Chicago. He’ll occupy his typical role in the starting lineup and look to help Minnesota snap this three-game losing streak.
Source: Timberwolves PR
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
about 2 months ago
Randle, Naz Reid, and Donte DiVincenzo are the only players to play in all 44 games this season, so the expectation is that Randle will do what he can to get onto the court. Randle was also present at shootaround earlier on Thursday, so the injury is likely not severe. If he doesn’t play, Reid would likely slide into the starting lineup with Joan Beringer entering the rotation.
Source: Alan Horton
UTA • Small Forward • #28
about 2 months ago
After totaling 95 points over three games, Sensabaugh has missed Utah’s last two due to illness. Kyle Filipowski’s playing time increased in Tuesday’s win over the Timberwolves, and that may happen again if Sensabaugh can’t play against the Spurs. Both players are worth rostering, as the “silly season” appears to be underway in Utah.
Source: Utah Jazz
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Edwards followed up his career-high 55-point performance against the Spurs on Saturday with 38 points against the Jazz on Tuesday. The 24-year-old shooting guard was out-dueled by Keyonte George, who had 43 points as the Jazz came back from down 12 points in the fourth quarter to win 127-122. Minnesota is off until Thursday against the Bulls, which gives Edwards some time to rest his lingering foot injury.
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
about 2 months ago
Reid exited Saturday’s matchup with the Spurs early with the shoulder injury, but he’ll be back in action without missing a game. With Rudy Gobert (hip) also available, Reid should occupy his usual spot off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
about 2 months ago
Reid, who started for Rudy Gobert, left Saturday’s loss to the Spurs during the first half with a sore left shoulder. Gobert’s off the injury report, so he’ll be back in the starting lineup. If Reid can’t play against the Jazz, rookie Joan Beringer may enter the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Small Forward and Power Forward • #7
about 2 months ago
Ingles will be available after a one-game absence, but that won’t alter the Timberwolves’ rotation. If he sees the floor at all, it will only be for a few minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Center • #27
about 2 months ago
Gobert missed Saturday’s game, but he’ll return to take on his former team. Naz Reid will head back to the bench, though he is questionable with a shoulder issue. His status will determine if Joan Beringer is part of the rotation or not.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #
about 2 months ago
With Rudy Gobert (hip) out, Beringer was going to play rotation minutes on Saturday. Then the Timberwolves lost Naz Reid to a shoulder injury during the first quarter. While the Timberwolves went small at times, there were also more minutes available to the rookie from France. Beringer finished with a nice stat line, grabbing a season-high eight boards while scoring in double figures for the second time. While his value in redraft leagues will be limited due to the players ahead of him in the rotation, Beringer is an intriguing piece for dynasty league managers.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
about 2 months ago
With Saturday’s performance, Randle is up to 13 double-doubles, one shy of his tally for the entire 2024-25 season. He appears to be in a better space than he was for most of his first season in Minnesota, and the stats bear that out. Randle didn’t shoot well from the field, but he was perfect at the foul line and posted a solid overall stat line.
MIN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #3
about 2 months ago
McDaniels finished Saturday’s defeat with his tenth game with at least 20 points and a complete stat line. Due to the Timberwolves’ scoring options, the talented wing defender tends to take a back seat on offense. That wasn’t the case against the Spurs, and he made the most of his opportunities. Rostered in 46 percent of Yahoo! leagues, McDaniels has been a top-50 player in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
After a two-game absence, Edwards put on a show in San Antonio, especially during the fourth quarter. He scored 30 points in the final frame, nearly dragging the Timberwolves to a win after trailing by as much as 25. Edwards’ 55 is a career-high, and he did so on excellent percentages. Minnesota having three games on its Week 14 schedule is good news for Edwards, given the lingering foot issue.
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
about 2 months ago
Reid, who was starting for the injured Rudy Gobert, left Saturday’s game during the first quarter with a sore left shoulder. He only played five minutes before being ruled out at the start of the third quarter. Rookie Joan Beringer started the third in Reid’s place, and he’s going to get valuable in-game experience facing Victor Wembanyama.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
about 2 months ago
The Timberwolves won’t have Rudy Gobert for Saturday’s game, as he’s out with a hip injury. He’s replaced in the lineup by Reid. While this is a clear upgrade offensively, the Timberwolves’ defense takes a significant hit. Also, Edwards’ return means that Mike Conley will come off the bench.
Source: NBA Lineups
MIN • Center • #27
about 2 months ago
Gobert will sit out Saturday’s game, which is the second in as many nights for the Timberwolves. Naz Reid is the likely replacement in the starting lineup, but there will also be more minutes available to rookie Joan Beringer.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Small Forward and Power Forward • #7
about 2 months ago
Ingles only sees a few minutes per game if he sees the floor at all. He won’t be available as an inbounder if they need one in a late-game situation, but his absence won’t impact much else.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Center • #27
about 2 months ago
Gobert could end up sidelined on the second night of a back-to-back. Naz Reid would likely fill his spot in the starting lineup after scoring 25 points on Friday. Joan Beringer would also see a bump in minutes down low off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report