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WAS • G • #0
22 days ago
Coulibaly has missed Washington’s last four games, but there is a chance he returns to take on Brooklyn. Tre Johnson has been starting since Coulibaly went down, and he could be pushed back to a reserve role if Coulibaly returns, though Khris Middleton is also a candidate to come off the bench. There is also a chance Coulibaly doesn’t start, though that hasn’t happened since he was a rookie.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Guard-Forward • #24
22 days ago
Tyson was injured during Monday’s overtime loss to the Heat and has missed the last three games, including Saturday’s matchup with the Grizzlies. As for when he could potentially be back, there’s no timeline for the second-year wing. Tyson remains in the first stage of the return process as he works his way through concussion protocols. Nae’Qwan Tomlin has entered the rotation recently, and he’s worth tracking, but fantasy managers should not feel obligated to pick him up.
Source: Jackson Flickinger
CLE • Guard • #2
23 days ago
Ball sat out the second leg of Cleveland’s back-to-back on Thursday, but he’ll be back to take on Memphis. He started on Wednesday with Donovan Mitchell getting a rest night, but Ball should return to playing a reserve role against the Grizzlies.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Guard-Forward • #24
23 days ago
Tyson will remain out for a third straight game, which means Sam Merrill, Lonzo Ball and Craig Porter Jr. should continue to take on extended roles. Darius Garland (toe) is also still out, which should allow Merrill to remain a starter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Guard • #10
23 days ago
This will be a third straight absence for Garland since he aggravated his toe injury. There isn’t much clarity on how much longer he’ll be sidelined. Sam Merrill and Lonzo Ball should play larger roles with Garland out; Merrill should continue to start.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Guard • #5
24 days ago
Merrill started a second straight game with Darius Garland (toe) sidelined, and this one was more productive than the first one. He started the year off as a starter and was effective, hitting 18 three-pointers over the first four games. He’s cooled off since returning from a hip injury, but the opportunity is still a good one for him. He should be a reliable source of triples as long as Garland is sidelined.
CLE • • #
24 days ago
Tomlin hasn’t been part of the rotation this season in Cleveland, but after logging 18 minutes in their last game, he played 22 minutes in this one and turned in a strong line. It was his best game of the season, but it wasn’t a career-high; he had 24 points in game 82 last year. This was a fun performance for Tomlin, but it doesn’t mean he should be considered anything more than a dynasty stash.
CLE • Guard • #45
24 days ago
Mitchell sat out the first leg of this back-to-back, but the added rest didn’t help his efficiency. He had a rough shooting night and set a new season-high for turnovers. Mitchell redeemed his night by getting to the free throw line early and often, which is where he accounted for nearly half his points. Still, it’s difficult to be overly critical of a 30-point performance. He’ll look to close out the week on a high note against the Grizzlies on Saturday.
CLE • Guard • #45
24 days ago
Both stars got a rest night against Miami on Wednesday but will be made available for the second leg of Cleveland’s back-to-back. Dean Wade will return to a reserve role with Mobley back, while Lonzo Ball will sit out after playing and starting on Wednesday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Guard-Forward • #24
24 days ago
Tyson remains in the league’s concussion protocol after suffering a head injury against the Heat on Monday. He may return on Saturday against the Grizzlies. Craig Porter Jr. and Dean Wade should see more playing time with Tyson out.
Source: Danny Cunningham
CLE • Guard • #10
24 days ago
Garland has now missed the last two games after aggravating his toe injury on Monday night. With Lonzo Ball also out for this one, Craig Porter Jr. figures to get a lot of action and could be worth an add in fantasy leagues.
Source: Danny Cunningham
CLE • Guard • #2
24 days ago
Ball isn’t injured, but the Cavaliers are just being cautious with the health of their players with so many games this week. Donovan Mitchell was given a day off on Wednesday, but now that he will return on Thursday, Ball will take a seat for a game.
Source: Danny Cunningham
CLE • Guard • #2
24 days ago
Ball started the first leg of the Cavaliers’ back-to-back, which means he will sit out for the second game. Donovan Mitchell was given a day off on Wednesday, but he will return on Thursday and occupy his typical spot in the starting unit.
Source: Danny Cunningham
WAS • Forward • #18
25 days ago
While George didn’t produce the best field-goal percentage on Wednesday, fantasy managers will undoubtedly take the rebounds, assists and steals. The nine assists were a career-high for the second-year wing, who is ranked just outside the top-50 in eight-cat formats. While some pinpointed George as a potential breakout candidate during the offseason, few expected him to be as valuable as he’s been thus far.
WAS • Center • #20
25 days ago
Sarr finished Wednesday’s defeat with his second consecutive double-double and fourth of the season. The second-year center has also scored 20 points or more in five games, as he continues to exceed the expectations of most fantasy managers. Sarr is providing second-round value in eight-cat formats, well ahead of his Yahoo! ADP (83). About the only thing that would derail Sarr at this point would be an injury. With the Wizards rebuilding, his playing time will be secure for the entire season.
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
25 days ago
Hunter extended his streak of 20-point games to three on Wednesday, needing just 28 minutes to accomplish such. The three-point shot, once again, failed him, but his near-perfection from inside the arc helped him finish as one of two Cavaliers to cross the 20-point mark. Hunter has enjoyed a strong season thus far as a scorer — if he can find his rhythm from three-point land, he’ll be an even more impactful player in fantasy leagues.
CLE • Guard • #2
25 days ago
Ball had a nice offensive outing against the Heat. He was productive and efficient from beyond the arc, and made sure to get his teammates involved by utilizing his facilitating skills — the three-point shooting led to a season-high in points, and he tied a season-high in assists. Ball will likely return to the bench once Donovan Mitchell (rest) and Darius Garland (toe) return to the lineup. Nonetheless, he showed that he is still a productive player when given the minutes.
CLE • Center • #31
25 days ago
With three of Cleveland’s regular starters out, Allen logged his most impressive performance of the season against the Heat. He reached the 30-point mark for the first time and tallied double-digit made field goals for the second time. Allen had entered Wednesday’s contest shooting a career-worst 58.6 percent from the field, but his efficient 60.0 percent shooting on high volume should add a nice boost to his season-long numbers. He produced his second double-double of the season in the process.
CLE • Guard • #2
25 days ago
The Cavs’ opening lineup in the rematch against the Heat will exclude several notable players, including Donovan Mitchell (rest), Evan Mobley (rest), and Darius Garland (toe). The absence of three regular starters will open the door for several players to step up and make an impact. Aside from those players joining the starting lineup on Wednesday, Jaylon Tyson is a player who could be a good streaming option in fantasy leagues.
Source: Danny Cunningham
CLE • • #
25 days ago
Nance is available after missing two games with a left knee contusion. Since Evan Mobley is getting the night off, there should be rotation minutes available to Nance. However, he is not worth the risk in fantasy leagues.
Source: Danny Cunningham
WAS • G • #0
26 days ago
Wednesday’s game will be the fourth that Coulibaly has missed with a left calf contusion. Rookie Tre Johnson has been the replacement in the starting lineup, and he’s worth a look in deep leagues. Johnson will be most valuable later in the season, especially if the Wizards were to move a veteran at the trade deadline.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • • #
26 days ago
Nance has missed Cleveland’s last two games with a left knee contusion, resulting in more minutes for fellow reserve Dean Wade. However, both players are in line for increased playing time on Wednesday, as Evan Mobley (rest) will not play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Guard-Forward • #24
26 days ago
Tyson has entered the league’s concussion protocol after suffering a head injury during Monday’s loss to the Heat. With Darius Garland and Donovan Mitchell also out, the Cavaliers will rely heavily on Craig Porter Jr. and De’Andre Hunter to absorb the available minutes. They’ll both be worth rostering out of necessity, with the latter already being an option in some 12-team formats.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Guard • #45
26 days ago
The Cavaliers will be down multiple rotation players on Wednesday, including Mitchell and Mobley. They’ll sit for rest reasons, with the former having missed time earlier this season with a hamstring injury. Sam Merrill and Dean Wade will likely play heavy minutes against the Heat, and they would be worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Guard • #10
26 days ago
Garland injured his left toe during Monday’s loss to the Heat, exiting for good during the third quarter. The good news is that the Cavaliers are describing Garland’s absence as left toe injury management, so this may not be a long-term injury. Sam Merrill will have more opportunities on Wednesday and will likely start, as Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley are also out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Center • #4
27 days ago
Nine of Mobley’s 11 rebounds were of the offensive variety, and he also dished out five assists. Monday’s overtime defeat was the Cavaliers forward’s first this season with at least 20 points, 10 rebounds and five assists. Mobley, who had a Yahoo! ADP of 19, has not performed to that level, but he is a top-50 player in eight- and nine-cat formats. Jarrett Allen (14/7/2/0/1) only played 21 minutes on Monday, and he’s taken a back seat to Mobley in the frontcourt. Mobley is more than capable of meeting the preseason expectations; fantasy managers need to stay patient.
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
27 days ago
One game removed from tallying a season-high 29 points, Hunter dropped in 23 more in Monday’s overtime defeat. Rostered in 31 percent of Yahoo! leagues, he’s ranked just outside the top-100 in eight- and nine-cat formats. Hunter hasn’t been the best option in standard category leagues, but the current circumstances in Cleveland make him worth a look. He’ll likely be a starter until Max Strus returns from offseason surgery, and the Cavaliers may be without Darius Garland after he injured his toe during Monday’s game.
CLE • Guard • #45
27 days ago
Mitchell struggled with his three-point shot on Monday, shooting 3-of-16. However, his third triple was an improbable shot with four-tenths of a second remaining in overtime that appeared destined to force a second extra session. Andrew Wiggins had other ideas, taking advantage of a botched switch to dunk home the winner as time expired. Of greater importance to Mitchell and the Cavaliers is that Darius Garland left Monday’s game in the third quarter after injuring the left big toe, which was operated on during the spring. If he has to miss time, Mitchell will return to the point, with Sam Merrill (12/2/2 with four three-pointers) rejoining the starting lineup. Cleveland plays Miami again on Wednesday.
Source: NBA
WAS • G • #3
27 days ago
McCollum had scored 25 points in each of his last two games enter play Monday and then proceeded to drop 42 points on the Pistons. The 34-year-old shooting guard has made at least five three-pointers in two of his last three games. His recent scoring is a terrific sign that he’s started to turn it around after averaging 14.3 points per game so far this season.
CLE • Guard • #10
27 days ago
Garland appeared to injure his left big toe late in the second quarter of Monday’s game. He did return to begin the third quarter but would eventually give a foul and then head back to the locker room. The concern is that this is the same toe he injured in March, ultimately requiring surgery at the end of Cleveland’s playoff run. If he misses time, the Cavaliers will likely turn to Donovan Mitchell to run the point, with Sam Merrill re-entering the starting lineup.
Source: Spencer Davies
CLE • Guard • #10
27 days ago
Garland is back in the lineup after sitting out Saturday’s win over the Bulls, which was Cleveland’s second game in as many nights. His return pushes Jaylon Tyson to the bench. While the second-year wing’s already-low fantasy value takes a hit, he’ll remain in the rotation.
Source: Cleveland Cavaliers
CLE • • #
27 days ago
Monday’s game will be the second Nance has missed with what’s been described as a minor left knee contusion. His absence does not significantly impact fantasy basketball, but it should mean a few more minutes for fellow reserve Dean Wade. There’s no need to consider streaming him since Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen are healthy.
Source: Cleveland.com
WAS • Forward • #32
27 days ago
Since it was Washington’s second game in as many nights, Middleton did not play in Saturday’s loss to the Mavericks. His return means Justin Champagnie will head back to the bench, where he isn’t worth the risk in any fantasy leagues. Johnson will make his third start as the Wizards remain without Bilal Coulibaly.
Source: NBA Lineups
CLE • • #
28 days ago
Nance was not available for Saturday’s win over the Bulls, which was Cleveland’s second game in as many nights. Dean Wade absorbed most of the minutes that would have gone to Nance, with Tyrese Proctor sneaking into the back end of the rotation. That will likely remain the case if Nance cannot play on Monday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Forward • #32
28 days ago
Middleton is back after sitting out Saturday’s loss to the Mavericks for injury management reasons. His return means Justin Champagnie will head back to the bench, losing his streaming value in the process.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • G • #0
28 days ago
Coulibaly will miss a third straight game as he recovers from a left calf contusion suffered during Washington’s November 5 loss to the Celtics. Rookie Tre Johnson has replaced him in the starting lineup and should retain that role, making him a player worth considering in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Guard • #45
29 days ago
Mitchell stepped out of the metaphorical phone booth in the closing moments, scoring eight straight points in 65 seconds — including a go-ahead bucket with 34 seconds left — to help Cleveland erase a six-point deficit in the final two minutes. The 29-year-old scoring machine has been a top-10 fantasy player early in the season, averaging 30 points, three rebounds, five assists, and two steals through nine games. The Cavaliers have won four straight and will look to keep rolling when they open a two-game set in Miami on Monday evening.
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
29 days ago
Hunter stepped up to shoulder more of the scoring and play-making workload in this one with Darius Garland, who made his season debut earlier this week following offseason toe surgery, held out on the tail-end of a back-to-back. Jaylon Tyson got the start in place of Garland, which figures to happen again early next week against the Heat. He finished with 17 points and seven rebounds in 30 minutes. Hunter delivered several highlight-reel worthy plays, including four three-pointers and a massive dunk after dropping Josh Giddey with a phenomenal crossover in the second quarter.
WAS • Center • #20
29 days ago
Sarr came up big for Washington in this game and was able to turn in a strong line across the board. Overall this season, his rebounding has been improved, but the last two games have been rough in that department; he matched his season-low for boards in this one. Still, this has been an excellent start to Sarr’s second season in the league, and he’ll look to keep it going in Detroit on Monday.
WAS • Forward • #7
29 days ago
Since scoring 14 points in the season opener, Whitmore has only scored in double figures once and hasn’t played a significant role. However, he was able to contribute off the bench in this game and set a new season-high for points. Still, outside of the buckets, he only contributed three boards. That’s it. Whitmore is a talented scorer, but until he is able to contribute in other areas, his upside and minutes will both be limited.
WAS • G • #3
29 days ago
It was a tale of two halves for McCollum. He got off to a scorching hot start to this game, scoring 23 points in the first half alone. That came after he had a season-high 25 points on Friday. He only scored two points after the break, and he wasn’t able to help the Wizards end their losing streak. Still, this two-game stretch was great to see from McCollum after he scored a total of eight points over the two previous games.
WAS • G-F • #9
29 days ago
George is back, but Khris Middleton is out, so those two wings will swap spots. The change is Champagnie replacing Bub Carrington, who will still play a large role off the bench. Johnson will get his second straight start after starting for the first time in his career on Friday.
Source: Grant Afseth
WAS • Forward • #18
29 days ago
George will be back after missing Friday’s game against Cleveland. Both Bub Carrington and Tre Johnson started with George and Bilal Coulibaly (leg) out. Coulibaly is still out, so only one of Carrington and Johnson will remain in the starting lineup, though both should play big minutes.
Source: Washington Wizards
WAS • Forward • #32
29 days ago
Middleton had four points in 22 minutes in the loss to the Cavaliers on Friday, but he’ll sit out the second game of the back-to-back. The 34-year-old small forward’s absence won’t impact fantasy basketball as much as it’ll impact the Wizards’ overall depth with Bilal Coulibaly (leg) out and Kyshawn George (illness) questionable.
WAS • Forward • #18
29 days ago
George missed Friday’s game against the Cavaliers with an illness and his questionable listing has his status up in the air for Saturday. Bub Carrington and Tre Johnson could end up playing a lot if George is ultimately ruled out in addition to Bilal Coulibaly (leg), who is set to miss another game.
WAS • G • #0
29 days ago
Coulibaly left Wednesday’s game against the Celtics with a leg injury and then missed Friday’s game against the Cavaliers. The 21-year-old shooting guard is set to miss another game Saturday against the Mavericks. Bub Carrington and Tre Johnson will continue to pick up minutes in his absence.
WAS • Center • #20
about 1 month ago
Unsurprisingly, Sarr struggled on the glass against Cleveland’s tandem of Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen. However, the second-year center shot over 50 percent from the field and recorded four blocks, continuing to make strides on both ends of the floor. Sarr’s start to the season has been very encouraging, but there’s still room for improvement. Can he be a top-50 fantasy player for the entire season? Yes. But, for those who don’t believe in Sarr that much, now would be a good time to see what selling high can fetch on the trade market.
WAS • G • #3
about 1 month ago
Having shot 3-of-19 from the field and 1-of-10 from three in his two previous games, McCollum was looking to snap out of that funk. Mission accomplished, as he shot 50 percent from the field and led the Wizards in scoring. Thirteen of his 16 shot attempts were from beyond the arc, and he has a three-point attempt rate of nearly 55 percent through nine games. When the shots are falling at a solid clip, as they were on Friday, that’s a nice deal for those who have McCollum rostered.
WAS • • #
about 1 month ago
With Bilal Coulibaly unavailable due to injury, Johnson made his first career start on Friday. While he certainly would have preferred to do so in a win, the rookie guard had a good night on the offensive end of the floor. Johnson provided solid value in points, three-pointers and field-goal percentage, although he was just 1-of-3 from the foul line. Johnson’s value at this point in the season hinges on the availability of players like Coulibaly, but the rookie certainly has the potential to be a “silly season” standout.
WAS • • #
about 1 month ago
The Wizards welcome Middleton back after he missed the previous two games due to injury, but Bilal Coulibaly and Kyshawn George are out. They’ve been replaced in the lineup by Carrington and Johnson, with the latter making his first career start. As for Middleton, his return means Justin Champagnie will head back to the bench.
Source: Washington Wizards
WAS • Forward • #18
about 1 month ago
A late addition to the Wizards’ injury report, George joins Bilal Coulibaly (leg) as starters who will not be available on Friday. Bub Carrington and Tre Johnson are potential replacements for George, and both players will have higher fantasy ceilings regardless of who receives the nod.
Source: Washington Wizards
WAS • Forward • #18
about 1 month ago
George’s late addition to the injury report doesn’t bode well for his availability on Friday night. If he’s unable to go, Bub Carrington and rookie Tre Johnson are good candidates to replace him in the starting lineup, and both players should see an uptick in playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Forward • #32
about 1 month ago
Middleton will be back after a two-game absence. Justin Champagnie started in his place but didn’t play a large role in either game. Champagnie will return to a limited reserve role with Middleton back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • G • #0
about 1 month ago
Coulibaly exited early from Wednesday’s game, and he’ll be held out at least one more game. Bub Carrington and Tre Johnson are the top options to receive extended minutes with Coulibaly out. Carrington was a starter at the beginning of the year while Coulibaly was sidelined and played 31 minutes on Wednesday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • G-F • #9
about 1 month ago
Making his second consecutive start for the injured Khris Middleton (knee), Champagnie hit double figures for the first time this season. In fact, the 12 points scored on Wednesday were two more than Champagnie’s total entering the game. Even if Middeton remains out, there’s no need to entertain streaming Champagnie.
WAS • Center • #20
about 1 month ago
While it’s still early in the 2025-26 season, Sarr’s progress from Year 1 to Year 2 has been impressive. He was one of the few bright spots in Wednesday’s blowout loss, continuing an excellent run to begin the season. Sarr is providing top-25 value in nine-cat formats thus far, and you’d be hard-pressed to find a fantasy manager who expected this level of production. While some may be tempted to sell high, his role is such that Sarr can still provide excellent value, and he won’t be a shutdown risk on this rebuilding team.
WAS • G • #0
about 1 month ago
Coulibaly is dealing with tightness in his lower left leg, and with the Wizards down big, there’s no reason to risk anything. He played 16 minutes, finishing with one point (0-of-5 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), two rebounds and three assists. Rookies Tre Johnson and Will Riley should see plenty of time during the fourth quarter, with the former being the more valuable player if Coulibaly misses time.
Source: Washington Wizards
WAS • Forward • #32
about 1 month ago
Middleton’s absence from Wednesday’s game will be his second since suffering an elbow injury. Justin Champagnie replaced him in the starting lineup on Monday, but the change also meant more opportunities for Tre Johnson off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Forward • #18
about 1 month ago
George may not be an explosive scorer, but his ability to put up numbers in various categories makes him an excellent asset in category leagues. He recorded a complete line against the Knicks, including three steals and three three-pointers, while shooting over 50 percent from the field. Will George remain a third-round player in 12-team leagues for the entire season? We’ll see. But there’s no denying he has the skill set to be a high-value player in fantasy basketball.
WAS • G • #0
about 1 month ago
Coulibaly has provided top-100 value in nine-cat formats through three games, exceeding his Yahoo! ADP of 143. Whether he can sustain this production level will depend on Coulibaly’s field-goal shooting. He’s making 42.7 percent of his attempts thus far, including a 3-of-10 night against the Magic on Saturday. Coulibaly’s rostered percentage has more than doubled since his season debut on October 30, and it may increase even more with the Wizards playing three more games during Week 3.