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SAC • Guard • #4
2 days ago
Westbrook’s seven assists were the most in a game for him since December 27 and equal to his total in Sacramento’s prior two games. While he did shoot the ball well against the Warriors, the veteran point guard has made just 38.9 percent of his attempts over the past two weeks. That, combined with the decline in assists, has negatively affected Westbrook’s fantasy value. He’ll look to end Week 12 on a high note when the Kings host the Rockets on Sunday.
SAC • Guard • #4
7 days ago
One game removed from becoming the highest-scoring point guard in league history, Westbrook recorded a robust stat line on Sunday. The field-goal percentage was poor, but the veteran point guard did a little bit of everything and kept the turnovers in check. Over the past two weeks, Westbrook has offered top-75 per-game value in eight-cat formats. And if Keegan Murray has to miss time after spraining his left ankle, Westbrook may boast a higher fantasy ceiling in the short term.
SAC • Guard • #4
9 days ago
Westbrook passed Oscar Robertson to become the highest scoring point guard in the history of the NBA with 26,711 points. The 37-year-old point guard also has the most rebounds of any point guard in league history as well as field goals made. Westbrook has had an incredible career and can still play at a high level. He averaged 16.2 points per game, 7.5 assists per game and 5.8 rebounds per game in December. The Kings conclude the week with a game against the Bucks on Sunday.
SAC • Guard • #4
10 days ago
Westbrook had another down performance by his standards, one game after a low-production outing against the Clippers. He narrowly made it to double figures as a scorer, with inefficient, high-volume three-point shooting among the reasons for his low output. He was again unspectacular on the glass, but made contributions as a facilitator. Fantasy managers will hope that he can bounce back against the Suns on Friday to log a stronger final line.
SAC • Guard • #4
15 days ago
Westbrook made some history on Saturday, as he passed Magic Johnson to move into seventh on the NBA’s all-time assists list. Overall, the veteran point guard played very well against the Mavericks, shooting 50 percent from the field and from beyond the arc while also recording a game-high nine assists. While Westbrook did commit four turnovers, his production since moving into the starting lineup has put him back on the radar in standard leagues, and some shallow formats as well. That is something that few, if any, fantasy managers expected before the season began. The Kings play their final game of Week 10 on Sunday against the Lakers.
Source: Marc J. Spears
SAC • Guard • #4
19 days ago
One game removed from hitting five three-pointers, Westbrook hit four more on Tuesday. Over the last two games, he’s shot 9-of-24 from deep. Three-point percentage is not a scoring category in most fantasy leagues, so the hope is that the increased willingness to put up those shots won’t crater Westbrook’s overall field-goal percentage. He’s closing in on top-75 value in eight-cat formats, which is not something that anyone expected before the season began.
SAC • Guard • #4
21 days ago
Westbrook recorded his 11th double-double of the season on Sunday, but the percentages left much to be desired. That isn’t a major surprise to fantasy managers, as those are the categories where most expect to take a hit when using the 37-year-old veteran. Despite shooting 43.5 percent from the field and 68.2 percent from the foul line, Westbrook has still been close to a top-50 player in eight-cat formats over the last two weeks.
SAC • Guard • #4
22 days ago
Westbrook had a rough night shooting the basketball, but he was able to provide solid fantasy value in other areas. The veteran point guard was one of two Kings to record five steals, with DeMar DeRozan being the other. Add in the rebounds and assists, and Westbrook’s final line was not as bad as it could have been. Over the last two weeks, he has been a top-50 player in eight-cat formats.
SAC • Guard • #4
24 days ago
Westbrook finished Thursday’s defeat with his tenth double-double of the season. And to the surprise of many, he’s turned into a player who can once again be relied on in 12-team leagues. Westbrook is providing top-75 value in eight-cat formats, well ahead of his Yahoo! ADP (139). Of course, the ADP was heavily influenced by Westbrook not agreeing to a deal until after the preseason, as many fantasy drafts were already in the books. He’s rostered in 63 percent of Yahoo! leagues, and that number should continue to increase.
SAC • Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Westbrook had a relatively efficient night on Thursday, but it did not keep the Kings from getting blown out of their own building. Over the past month, he has been close to a top-75 player in eight-cat formats. To the surprise of no one who’s experienced in fantasy basketball, Westbrook’s value is much lower in nine-cat formats because of the turnovers. He committed only two on Thursday, but the nature of the game resulted in Westbrook playing less than usual.
SAC • Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Add another triple-double to Westbrook’s tally, and he was excellent despite the Kings coming up short on the scoreboard. The veteran point guard recorded a complete stat line with just three turnovers; the lone negative was the foul shooting. Over the past two weeks, Westbrook has provided third-round per-game value in eight-cat formats. The combination of his play and Dennis Schröder’s hip injury has put Westbrook in a position to be rostered in 12-team leagues.
SAC • Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Yes, Westbrook committed six turnovers. However, he also recorded his eighth double-double, continuing to offer greater value than many anticipated when the Kings signed him at the end of the preseason. Westbrook will continue to possess increased fantasy value while Dennis Schröder (hip) is out, and there’s also more room in the rotation for rookie Nique Clifford. He played 18 minutes off the bench, finishing with 15 points, six rebounds, one steal and one three-pointer. The Kings are one of the few teams that play three games in Week 8, boosting the values of Westbrook and Clifford in leagues that don’t combine Weeks 8 and 9.
SAC • Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Even when he is written off, Westbrook continues to fill up the box score. In this game, he was able to record the 206th triple-double of his career, which extends his lead over everyone else that’s ever played in the NBA. Russ has his share of efficiency issues, but he is still more than capable of making a big impact in fantasy basketball when he’s given the minutes. It’s clear that Kings coach Doug Christie will continue to ensure that happens.
SAC • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Wednesday’s game was a strange one for Westbrook, who is usually more reliable in the assist category. He shot 3-of-5 from beyond the arc and did a good job on the glass, but the veteran point guard recorded five turnovers. A high-turnover night is unsurprising, but one would expect more from Westbrook in the assist category to counter that. He’ll look to get back on track when the Kings visit the Jazz on Friday.
SAC • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Playing in Denver for the first time since leaving the Nuggets in free agency this summer, Westbrook was outstanding on Saturday. The veteran point guard recorded an efficient double-double, and he’s providing top-100 value in eight-cat formats. Westbrook’s play led to him replacing Dennis Schröder as the Kings’ starting point guard earlier this season, and the depth chart won’t change anytime soon, given his solid play. The Kings play four games in Week 6, starting with the Timberwolves on Monday.
SAC • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
This was a historic night for Russ as he became the eighth player in NBA history to reach 10,000 assists. He also joined LeBron James as the only players to reach 25,000 points and 10,000 assists. He also recorded his second triple-double of the season and set a new season-high for dimes. It wasn’t enough to end the Kings’ losing streak, but it was a strong performance in his first game as their starting point guard. Westbrook should be rostered in standard leagues if you can deal with the inefficiencies.
Source: Sacramento Kings
SAC • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
LaVine is back after a one-game absence, so the lone lineup change from Sacramento’s last game is that Dennis Schroder will come off the bench. Westbrook remains a starter, where he has been productive in fantasy hoops, but that will be the extent of the changes to the starting unit.
Source: Matt George
SAC • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
The Kings won’t have Zach LaVine for Wednesday’s game, as he is dealing with a right thigh contusion. Fellow UCLA alum Westbrook will fill the resulting void, and he’s worth rostering when allowed to start. Nique Clifford may pick up a few more minutes off the bench, but Westbrook is the one who should be the focus of fantasy managers.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAC • Guard • #4
2 months ago
Westbrook has come off the bench in Sacramento’s last two games. However, after playing 16 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Timberwolves, his playing time nearly doubled on Tuesday. Westbrook played well against his most recent former employer, recording his fourth double-double of the season. And with Dennis Schröder struggling to find his way offensively, Westbrook played more against the Nuggets. Schröder played 21 minutes and missed all three of his shot attempts, going scoreless with three assists and three turnovers. While a lineup change may not be in the cards, Westbrook’s fantasy value will rise if Schröder continues to struggle.
SAC • Guard • #4
2 months ago
Westbrook logged his third-straight 20-point game of the season on Friday, which was again highlighted by strong overall shooting efficiency and high production from beyond the arc. The veteran guard also found success on the glass, produced as a passer, and got his teammates involved against his former team. Even in Year 18, Westbrook has proven capable of stuffing the stat sheet and providing value in fantasy leagues, especially now as he’s demonstrating an ability to be an efficient scorer. He’s certainly worthy of a roster spot.
SAC • Guard • #4
2 months ago
Westbrook recorded his first triple-double as a King, helping lead the team to a win despite not having Zach LaVine or Domantas Sabonis. Rostered in 34 percent of Yahoo! leagues, he’s providing top-75 value in nine-cat formats. Westbrook has largely kept the turnovers in check, which has been great for the Kings and those who have him rostered. Dennis Schröder’s fantasy value hasn’t suffered either, as he is also providing seventh-round value. He finished Wednesday’s win with 18 points, seven rebounds, seven assists, one block and three three-pointers.
SAC • Guard • #4
2 months ago
Playing in Denver for the first time since opting out of the final year of his two-year deal to hit free agency, Westbrook provided the complete “Russell Westbrook Experience” on Monday. Moving into the starting lineup, he was highly productive against the Nuggets, recording a double-double with six assists. However, he was also responsible for six turnovers, including two within 30 seconds late in the fourth quarter, effectively eliminating Sacramento’s rallying chances. Westbrook has been the most productive of the players that head coach Doug Christie has called on to start due to Keegan Murray being injured. That should keep him in the starting lineup for the foreseeable future.
SAC • Guard • #4
2 months ago
Westbrook is back in the starting lineup, replacing Dylan Cardwell, who only played five minutes as a starter in the Kings’ last game. Westbrook has averaged 14 points, 5.5 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 2.0 steals and 2.5 threes per game across his two starts this season.
Source: James Ham
SAC • Guard • #4
2 months ago
Having been used in a reserve role for his first three games with the Kings, Westbrook replaced Keon Ellis in the starting lineup on Tuesday. While Sacramento didn’t get the win, the veteran point guard shot 4-of-8 from beyond the arc and was one of four starters in double figures. Ellis played 27 minutes off the bench, finishing with 12 points, two rebounds, two steals, one block and two three-pointers. While Ellis offers a higher fantasy ceiling at this stage in their respective career, Westbrook could be worth a look in deep leagues if he remains in the starting lineup. Of course, this will all change once Keegan Murray (thumb) is cleared to return.
SAC • Guard • #4
3 months ago
Westbrook will make his first start at a King on Tuesday, and he’ll do so in the city where he began his NBA career. Keon Ellis has been moved to the bench, possibly in an attempt to avoid the early foul trouble that can result from guarding Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Sacramento’s other four starters are unchanged.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAC • Guard • #4
3 months ago
After totaling 13 points and five assists in his first two games with the Kings, Westbrook was far more productive on Sunday. Maybe playing against the Lakers was motivation, but Westbrook shot 50 percent from the field and was a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. Also, he was 4-of-6 from three. Westbrook had five games last season in which he made five three-pointers, so this is unlikely to become a common occurrence. Add in the poor foul shooting, and there’s reason for fantasy managers to remain skeptical even after Westbrook’s solid showing against the Lakers.
SAC • Guard • #4
3 months ago
Having agreed to a one-year deal on October 15, Westbrook played 19 minutes off the bench in his Kings’ debut. While the rebound production was solid, he did not shoot the ball well, which has often been said about Westbrook in recent years. Dennis Schröder (14/1/7/2/1 with two three-pointers in 30 minutes) is the starter and will remain in that role for the foreseeable future. That doesn’t bode well for Westbrook’s fantasy ceiling, which will remain extremely low due to his place within the rotation.
SAC • Guard • #4
3 months ago
It will be a one-year deal worth $3.6 million. Westbrook will join a backcourt that features Dennis Schroder, Malik Monk and Keon Ellis, which doesn’t really address the Kings’ frontcourt depth after the Keegan Murray injury. Westbrook doesn’t have a clear path to fantasy production, but his presence will take some upside away from Schroder, Monk and Ellis.
Source: Shams Charania
DEN • Guard • #4
3 months ago
Throughout the offseason, there were reports of a potential partnership between the Kings and Westbrook, who has been a free agent since opting out of the final year of his deal with the Nuggets. It was also reported that, with the signing of Dennis Schröder, the Kings would need to move a guard to make room for Westbrook. Malik Monk and Devin Carter, whose names were mentioned in trade rumors to make that happen, remain on the Kings’ roster. Would that remain the case if the team were to sign Westbrook now? Or will the most recent rumblings be a way to drum up interest in either of those players? Westbrook hasn’t been a consistently impactful fantasy option in recent years, so he is not a player managers should look to draft and stash in anticipation of a potential move to Sacramento.
Source: Shams Charania
DEN • Guard • #4
3 months ago
Throughout the offseason, there were reports of a potential partnership between the Kings and Westbrook, who has been a free agent since opting out of the final year of his deal with the Nuggets. It was also reported that, with the signing of Dennis Schröder, the Kings would need to move a guard to make room for Westbrook. Malik Monk and Devin Carter, whose names were mentioned in trade rumors to make that happen, remain on the Kings’ roster. Would that remain the case if the team were to sign Westbrook now? Or will the most recent rumblings be a way to drum up interest in either of those players? Westbrook hasn’t been a consistently impactful fantasy option in recent years, so he is not a player managers should look to draft and stash in anticipation of a potential move to Sacramento.
Source: Shams Charania