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SAC • Shooting Guard • #
29 days ago
A double-figure scorer in two straight and four of his last six appearances, Clifford recorded a season-high point total on Tuesday. And it’s worth noting that the rookie did not have to wait until “garbage time” to put up his points. Clifford shot 6-of-8 from the field in the first three quarters and finished a steal shy of a complete stat line. One solid performance does not make him a player worth adding, but Clifford is undoubtedly someone who would have added value if the Kings move some of their veterans before the February trade deadline.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #
about 2 months ago
With Zach LaVine (thumb) unavailable, Clifford made his third start and first since November 5. Unfortunately, things did not go well for the rookie first-round pick, as he missed all six of his three-point attempts. Even though he wasn’t the choice to step in for LaVine, Malik Monk (18/4/5/1 with three three-pointers) is the safer option for fantasy managers needing a streamer, even though he committed five turnovers. There will be better days for Clifford, but he isn’t ready to impact fantasy basketball at this point in his career.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #
about 2 months ago
As reported earlier Thursday, Clifford will move into the starting lineup due to Zach LaVine being out with a thumb injury. While he isn’t a must-add just yet, the rookie guard is worth tracking, especially in case the Kings manage to move one of their veterans ahead of the February trade deadline.
Source: Sacramento Kings
SAC • Shooting Guard • #
about 2 months ago
Clifford is averaging just under 15 minutes per game over his last five games, but he had 16 points, seven rebounds, and one steal in 32 minutes in the G-League on Tuesday and will now be back up with the Kings and in the starting lineup. We wouldn’t go ahead and run to add him yet, but it does make sense for the Kings to give their rookie more playing time in what’s looking to be a lost season.
Source: Mark Haynes
SAC • Shooting Guard • #
3 months ago
The Kings won’t have Zach LaVine or Domantas Sabonis for Wednesday’s game, opening up two spots in the starting lineup. The voids will be filled by Clifford and Eubanks, with the latter being the more worthwhile streaming option. Malik Monk and Keon Ellis should also see their minutes increase despite coming off the bench.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAC • Shooting Guard • #
3 months ago
Injured on Opening Night, Clifford made his return to action Saturday afternoon. The rookie only attempted one shot in his 16 minutes on the floor, and his fantasy value in the short term depends on his role. If Clifford returns to the starting lineup while the Kings await Keegan Murray’s return from thumb surgery, he’ll be worth a look in deep leagues. If head coach Doug Christie decides to stick with Russell Westbrook (12/5/10/2 in 33 minutes), who started the two games before Saturday, there won’t be much to gain from rostering Clifford in most leagues.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #
3 months ago
Clifford strained his right hamstring during the Kings’ season-opener and has not played since. The rookie was a starter on opening night, so he may return to that role once cleared, but only if Keegan Murray (thumb) is unavailable. Russell Westbrook has started Sacramento’s last two games but has not significantly impacted fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report