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IND • Point Guard • #29
about 1 month ago
After spending the last three seasons on two-way contracts, Jackson has been rewarded with a standard deal. In the short term, Friday’s development ensures that he’ll be active for the remainder of the 2025-26 season. If the Pacers were to shut down Andrew Nembhard or T.J. McConnell, Jackson is one of the guards with “silly season standout” potential. He isn’t a must-add player currently, but fantasy managers in 14-team leagues should keep an eye on Jackson.
Source: Shams Charania
WAS • Center • #00
about 1 month ago
Due to a left hip impingement, Vukčević was also questionable for Thursday’s loss to the Hawks. He ultimately started and logged 17 minutes, with Anthony Gill playing 31 minutes off the bench. If Vukčević can go on Saturday, his hip injury may prevent him from playing the minutes he needs to achieve fantasy relevance.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Riley, who has been diagnosed with a right ankle contusion, started and played 36 minutes in Thursday’s loss to the Hawks. The rookie was in the lineup because of Kyshawn George’s absence, and he is also questionable for Saturday. The Wizards may need to call on Justin Champagnie or Leaky Black to fill the void if Riley and George can’t play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #18
about 1 month ago
George did not play in Thursday’s loss to the Hawks, which led to Will Riley moving into the starting lineup. However, with Riley also questionable for Saturday, the Wizards may turn to Justin Champagnie or Leaky Black to fill the void. Champagnie offers a far higher ceiling, but he has been far from a sure thing in fantasy basketball recently.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Johnson was one of four players to score 14 points for Washington in this game, but his came efficiently in just 20 minutes. He has been hovering around 20 minutes since returning from a six-game absence with an ankle injury. This was a strong performance, but his role may be limited the rest of the way, limiting his fantasy upside.
WAS • Small Forward • #
about 1 month ago
The rookie made his third ever start in place of Kyshawn George, who was sidelined with a left knee contusion. Riley set a new career high for rebounds, which led to the first double-double of his career. The rookie has had some productive outings throughout the year and should continue to play a large role for the remainder of the season, giving him plenty of upside as a silly season target.
IND • Center and Power Forward • #25
about 1 month ago
Potter has been on fire recently, scoring in double figures in six of his last seven games. After scoring a career-high 23 points on Tuesday, he followed that up by setting a new career high for three-pointers in this game. Potter has provided top-75 value in nine-category leagues over the past two weeks and should continue to play a large role for the remainder of the season.
IND • Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Toppin made his return after a four-month absence and was immediately inserted into the started unit. Pacers coach Rick Carlisle said before the game that his minutes would be managed, but he only ended up playing eight minutes in the first half before sitting out the rest of the game. Toppin should have a role the rest of the way, but he shouldn’t be rostered if his role is going to be this limited.
WAS • Point Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Young and Sarr were re-evaluated this week, and neither player is particularly close to a return to game action. And in the case of the former, he has yet to make his Wizards’ debut. As a result, fantasy managers are left to stash Young and Sarr in IL slots, while the absences make Bub Carrington and Tristan Vukčević more valuable in fantasy leagues.
Source: Meghan McPeak
WAS • Small Forward • #
about 1 month ago
The Wizards won’t have Kyshawn George for Thursday’s game, as he is out with a left knee contusion. Riley, who tallied 18 points in Tuesday’s loss to the Hawks, moves into the starting lineup. The rookie wing is a player who should be rostered throughout the silly season, whether he starts or comes off the bench.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Toppin will immediately start in his first game since Oct. 26, which means rookie Kam Jones will head to the bench after starting Indiana’s last three games. He held streaming value as a starter, but with both Andrew Nembhard and T.J. McConnell healthy, Jones likely won’t play enough to be worth keeping rostered.
Source: Scott Agness
IND • Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Thursday’s game will be Toppin’s first since October 26, when he injured his right foot against the Timberwolves. During his pregame availability, Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle said that Toppin’s minutes will be limited on Thursday and for the rest of the season. That limits the forward’s potential value, but managers who stashed Toppin for this long might as well take a conservative approach when deciding whether to drop him.
Source: Tony East
WAS • Center • #00
about 1 month ago
Vukčević missed Tuesday’s game against the Hornets but will be back in action against the Hawks. Over the last two weeks, he’s averaging 10.3 points, 6.3 rebounds, 1.3 assists, and 2.0 steals in just under 20 minutes per game.
WAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #18
about 1 month ago
George is battling a knee contusion that has kept his minutes down since the start of the month. With the Wizards not feeling much pressure to win games, they are not going to stress one of their young players more than they feel is necessary. The last time George missed a game, Justin Champagnie started but Sharife Cooper also played 27 minutes.
IND • Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Out since late October with a stress fracture in his right foot, Toppin could make his return to the lineup on Thursday. Given the amount of time that he’s missed and where the Pacers are in the standings, fantasy managers should not expect too much from Toppin once he’s cleared.
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 2 months ago
Siakam appears poised to miss a second consecutive game with a sprained left wrist. Ben Sheppard returned to the starting lineup for Tuesday’s loss to the 76ers and should retain that role if Siakam can’t return on Thursday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Lower back injury management has Nembhard back on the Pacers’ injury report. If he’s unable to play on Thursday, T.J. McConnell would be the most likely replacement in the starting lineup. However, McConnell’s playing time has been limited recently as he continues to nurse a hamstring injury. Kam Jones, who recently moved into the starting lineup, will play plenty regardless of what happens with Nembhard.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Center • #00
about 2 months ago
With Alex Sarr (hamstring) sidelined, Vukčević has been the starting center when healthy. If he’s unable to go on Thursday, the Wizards will likely turn to Anthony Gill. He would only be worth a look as a deep-league streamer due to Washington’s lack of healthy frontcourt options. There would also be more minutes available to Jamir Watkins.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #18
about 2 months ago
George, who has a left knee contusion, played 21 minutes in Tuesday’s loss to the Hawks. If he’s unable to play in Thursday’s rematch, the Wizards would have a void to fill in the starting lineup. Justin Champagnie is the most likely replacement, and he would be worth streaming if allowed to start.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward • #
about 2 months ago
The rookie had some excellent performances prior to the All-Star break, but he had struggled recently. However, he was one of the few bright spots in a blowout loss. Riley should be one of the premier silly season options over the final seven weeks of the season, though it may come inconsistently in the near future. Still, he proved in this game that he is worthy of being stashed.
WAS • Point Guard • #8
about 2 months ago
It was a rough shooting night for Carrington, but he was productive in other areas to make up for it. He set a new season high for rebounds, though he had one of his lowest-scoring outings of the season. Year two hasn’t been kind to Carrington, and while he should continue to play big minutes down the stretch of this season, he hasn’t been productive enough for managers to be optimistic about his future.
WAS • Shooting Guard • #
about 2 months ago
The second-round rookie and summer league standout didn’t see much playing time early on, but he has taken on a larger role over the past month. He has scored in double figures in five straight games, though he wasn’t able to supply his typical dose of steals. Watkins should continue to play a significant role for the remainder of the season, and his impact has been consistent recently. He may be a productive option during silly season.
IND • Power Forward • #5
about 2 months ago
While he did not shoot the ball well, missing all five of his three-point attempts, Walker found other ways to contribute on Tuesday. He’s reached double digits in rebounds in three of his last four appearances, and there was also solid value in the assist category. Regardless of what happens with Pascal Siakam (wrist), who did not play on Tuesday, Walker appears locked into the starting lineup for the rest of the season. Even with the efficiency concerns, he should be rostered in 14-team leagues, at a minimum.
IND • Center and Power Forward • #25
about 2 months ago
Potter had the most productive offensive night of his NBA career on Tuesday, only missing two shots from the field and recording his first 20-point game. While the rebounding production was limited, he recorded a complete stat line in 23 minutes. Jay Huff (four points, four rebounds, four assists, one steal and one block in 25 minutes) remains the starter, but the Pacers have made sure to get Potter the minutes needed to be impactful. He isn’t a must-roster player in deep leagues, but Potter is worth a look for those seeking frontcourt depth.
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Indiana’s point guard rotation was intact on Tuesday, but Nembhard still logged 28 minutes. That’s encouraging for fantasy managers counting on the Pacers’ guard for consistent value as the playoff weeks approach in Yahoo! default leagues. Fellow starter Kam Jones (13 points, six rebounds, three assists, one steal and three three-pointers) played 29 minutes, and his opportunities should remain consistent the rest of the way, if not increase. Nembhard is fine for now, but his playing time is something that fantasy managers should continue to watch.
WAS • Center • #00
about 2 months ago
Vukčević is back after missing Sunday’s loss to the Hornets with a right hand contusion. His return means that Anthony Gill will come off the bench after making a spot start the last time out.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Shooting Guard • #26
about 2 months ago
While Jones and Nembhard are good to go after initially being probable for Tuesday’s game, Pascal Siakam (wrist) is out. As a result, Sheppard moves back into the starting lineup, with Jarace Walker shifting to the four.
Source: Tony East
IND • Point Guard • #9
about 2 months ago
McConnell is back after sitting out Sunday’s loss to the Mavericks. His return may lead to Quenton Jackson being made inactive, as he’s still on a two-way contract. Also, Andrew Nembhard is available and Kam Jones is probable, meaning that McConnell may not get the run needed to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: Tony East
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 2 months ago
Siakam will be sidelined after playing on Sunday, which was his return from a three-game absence. He pushed Ben Sheppard to the bench on Sunday, so Sheppard should return to the starting unit with Siakam sidelined.
Source: Tony East
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Nembhard is set to play after being listed as questionable on the initial injury report. He logged 30 minutes in Sunday’s loss to the Mavericks and should take on a similar workload against the 76ers.
Source: Tony East
WAS • Center • #00
about 2 months ago
Vukčević sustained a right hand contusion on Friday, and it cost him Sunday’s matchup with the Hornets. He’ll be back in action following a one-game absence, and he should slot in as Washington’s starting center, sending Anthony Gill to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Nembhard is on the injury report as questionable for Tuesday’s game against the 76ers with lower back injury management. The 26-year-old shooting guard had 22 points and 11 assists in Sunday’s loss to the Mavericks. With T.J. McConnell (hamstring) also questionable, Ben Sheppard could move into the starting lineup.
Source: Pacers
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 2 months ago
Siakam is unlikely to play as he’s listed as doubtful for Tuesday’s game against the 76ers with a left wrist sprain. Jarace Walker should replace Siakam in the starting lineup and is worth rostering in deeper formats.
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
The 21-year-old shooting guard could’ve had a big game, but with the game in hand after three quarters none of the starters played in the fourth quarter. Coulibaly has provided top-100 per game value over the last two weeks. The Wizards have three games upcoming in Week 18, starting with a matchup against the Hawks on Tuesday.
IND • Power Forward • #5
about 2 months ago
Pascal Siakam’s return to the Pacers’ lineup on Sunday did not mean a spot on the bench for Walker, with Ben Sheppard (13/3/2 with three three-pointers in 27 minutes) being the player replaced by Spicy P. And Walker had a good evening against the Mavericks, shooting just under 50 percent from the field and providing solid value in multiple categories. At this point, those who streamed Walker because Siakam was out should hold onto him, as he appears likely to continue logging heavy minutes.
IND • Power Forward • #21
about 2 months ago
After scoring 12 points in each of Indiana’s first two games out of the All-Star break, Brown put up 15 against the Mavericks. Add in the rebounds, three-pointers and percentages, and Sunday’s performance was a good one for the former Clipper. Brown hasn’t reached the point where he’s a must-roster player for the silly season, but the potential is there, especially on nights when the Pacers don’t have Pascal Siakam.
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Returning to the Pacers’ lineup after missing Friday’s loss to the Wizards, Nembhard recorded his ninth double-double of the season on Sunday. And he was efficient, shooting 50 percent from the field and committing just one turnover. Nembhard played 30 minutes, a positive development for fantasy managers, but that may not be the norm for him the rest of the season. Kam Jones (10 points, three assists, one steal and two three-pointers) started alongside Nembhard, and his role may expand as the Pacers focus more on evaluating their younger talents.
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 2 months ago
Back in the Pacers’ lineup after a two-game absence for personal reasons, Siakam recorded his 11th 30-point game of the season on Sunday. If there was a negative for the Pacers’ forward beyond the game’s outcome, it was that he recorded five turnovers. Siakam didn’t record any defensive stats against the Mavericks, but that hasn’t been the norm for a player who’s averaging one steal per game. The Pacers begin a three-game Week 18 on Tuesday against the 76ers.
WAS • Power Forward • #16
about 2 months ago
George is back after missing Friday’s win over the Pacers, and he will step in for Justin Champagnie, who is out with a knee injury. The other change is Gill, with the Charlotte native starting for the injured Tristan Vukčević (hand).
Source: NBA Lineups
WAS • Small Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Champagnie had to exit Friday’s win over the Pacers with a sore right knee, and he won’t play on Sunday. His absence opens a spot in the Wizards’ starting lineup, which could be filled by Kyshawn George, who is available to play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Center • #00
about 2 months ago
Vukčević suffered a right hand contusion during Friday’s win over the Pacers, which limited him to 20 minutes. With Alex Sarr (hamstring) also out, the Wizards will have to rely more on Anthony Gill, and Jamir Watkins’ playing time should increase as well.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #18
about 2 months ago
George is available and will return after missing Friday’s win over the Pacers. The 22-year-old forward’s return may be the only change to the Wizards’ starting lineup as Justin Champagnie, who replaced George on Friday, is out with a knee injury.
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Siakam and Nembhard are back after missing Friday’s loss to the Wizards, with the former also missing the loss to Washington the night prior. Nembhard’s return coincides with T.J. McConnell (hamstring) being out, while Siakam pushes Ben Sheppard to the bench. Kam Jones and Jarace Walker remain with the starters, which is good news for fantasy managers.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
Haliburton, who is out for the entire 2025-26 season after rupturing his Achilles tendon during Game 7 of last June’s NBA Finals, recently contracted shingles. His time away from the team won’t affect fantasy basketball, but young players like guard Kam Jones won’t be able to benefit from Haliburton’s in-person tutelage for the time being.
Source: Tony East
IND • Small Forward • #23
about 2 months ago
Nesmith sprained his right ankle during Thursday’s loss to the Wizards, with his absence leading to Kam Jones receiving the starting nod the following night. Depending on Jones’ back, which has been an issue recently, Nesmith’s absence should ensure the rookie guard takes on extended minutes, whether he starts or comes off the bench.
Source: Tony East
IND • Center and Power Forward • #25
about 2 months ago
Potter is available after initially being listed as questionable. While he’s likely to come off the bench, Potter has played more minutes than starter Jay Huff in each of the Pacers’ last two games.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Nembhard is back after sitting out Friday’s loss to the Wizards. His return coincides with T.J. McConnell (hamstring) being out, so Nembhard may wind up starting alongside Kam Jones. Regardless of who joins Nembhard in the backcourt, he should be slotted into 12-team league lineups.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Shooting Guard • #7
about 2 months ago
Jones is good to go after being listed as questionable for Sunday’s game. While T.J. McConnell (hamstring) is out, Andrew Nembhard is available to play. Even if Jones gets another start, his usage may decrease due to Nembhard playing.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard • #9
about 2 months ago
McConnell’s absence won’t have a significant impact on fantasy basketball, as Andrew Nembhard and Kam Jones are available. Those two will handle the point guard responsibiltiies against the Mavericks.
Source: Tony East
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 2 months ago
Siakam is back after a two-game absence. While those absences were for personal reasons, hamstring injury management was the reason he appeared on the injury report ahead of Sunday’s game. Jarace Walker’s playing time may decrease with Siakam back in the lineup, but he should play enough to remain a player worth rostering in 14-team leagues.
Source: Tony East
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 2 months ago
After missing Indiana’s last two games for personal reasons, Siakam is on the injury report for Sunday due to left hamstring injury management. If he cannot play against Dallas, that would likely mean Jarace Walker remains in the starting lineup. Walker is worth streaming in that role, and he should have added fantasy value the rest of the season.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Center • #00
about 2 months ago
Vukčević was limited to 20 minutes in Friday’s win over the Pacers, exiting due to a right hand contusion. Anthony Gill absorbed some of those minutes and would likely do so on Sunday if Vukčević can’t play. However, that does not guarantee Gill a spot start, as the Wizards went small and started Jamir Watkins the last time they were severely shorthanded in the post.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #18
about 2 months ago
George did not play in Friday’s win over the Pacers, with Justin Champagnie replacing him in the starting lineup. With Champagnie (knee) also questionable for Sunday’s game, the Wizards may have to rely more on Will Riley. However, Riley has totaled 16 minutes over the last two games despite not showing up on the injury report.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Champagnie had to exit Friday’s win over the Pacers prematurely due to a sore right knee, playing 11 minutes. If he’s able to play, the way the Wizards have handled their rotation recently makes Champagnie a challenging player to trust in 12-team leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Center • #00
about 2 months ago
The deal includes a team option in the third year, according to Charania. Vukčević had previously been on a two-way contract. He figures to continue to work in the center rotation for Washington with most of his fantasy value coming when Alex Sarr has been out.
Source: Shams Charania
WAS • • #
about 2 months ago
Williams is on a 10-day contract, so his opportunities to impress are limited. Give him credit for making the most of his opportunity on Friday, playing 29 minutes and recording his first career double-double. Not selected in the 2022 draft, Williams’ fingerprints were all over the Wizards’ second victory in as many games. However, even with this performance, he isn’t worth the risk in most leagues for Sunday’s game against the Hornets.
WAS • Small Forward • #
about 2 months ago
Before Friday’s game, Wizards head coach Brian Keefe said that he hoped to use Riley some at the point during Thursday’s win over the Pacers. Why the inability to do so led to the rookie playing for only four minutes was a question that went unanswered. And for those hoping to see more of Riley on Friday, he played 12 minutes. The good news is that the 6-foot-8 wing was productive, but this is something to watch moving forward. Hopefully, the low minutes don’t become the norm for Riley.
WAS • Shooting Guard • #
about 2 months ago
Johnson shot the ball well on Friday, but the lack of playing time was a disappointment for fantasy managers. Due to the ankle injury suffered in late January, the rookie guard remains on a minutes restriction. While Johnson’s overall stat line was lean, there were signs that he could be a silly-season standout. However, that depends on how the Wizards handle the playing time, especially with fellow rookie Will Riley playing 12 minutes despite being healthy.
WAS • Center • #00
about 2 months ago
Vukčević, who was in the starting lineup for Friday’s game, has been ruled out for the rest of the night with a hand contusion. He played 20 minutes, finishing with 14 points (7-of-12 FGs), eight rebounds, one assist, one steal and one blocked shot. Vukčević’s absence should result in more minutes for Anthony Gill, as he’s the only other healthy big in the Wizards’ rotation.
Source: Tony East
WAS • Small Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Champagnie, who was inserted into the starting lineup for Friday’s game, was ruled out for the rest of the night toward the end of the third quarter. The Wizards’ forward finished with seven rebounds and one assist in 11 minutes, missing his lone shot attempt. Champagnie’s absence has led to more minutes for Alondes Williams.
Source: Tony East