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SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 19 hours ago
While the Raptors were able to neutralize Wembanyama on the offensive end of the floor, the Spurs phenom still blocked five shots on the night. Wemby and the Spurs have won ten straight games, their longest streak since January 2016. With the Spurs visiting the Nets on Thursday, it would be unsurprising if Wembanyama got the offensive numbers that he missed out on in Toronto.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
3 days ago
Wembanyama started off Week 18 of the fantasy season with a bang. The 22-year-old center had 21 points including two three-pointers, but really controlled this game by doing the dirty work with 17 rebounds, one steal and six blocks. Wembanyama and the Spurs pulled away in the third quarter and didn’t look back, which isn’t easy to do against one of the best teams in the league this year in Detroit. The Spurs have three more games this week with a matchup against the Raptors coming up on Wednesday.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
5 days ago
Wembanyama set the tone for Saturday’s game when he blocked three shots within the first 90 seconds. While Sacramento would claw its way back into the game by the end of the first quarter, Wemby and the Spurs never appeared to be threatened by a team that has lost 16 straight. The 7-foot-4 phenom recorded a complete stat line in 30 minutes of action, a nice finish to his Week 17. The Spurs play four games in Week 18, starting with the Pistons on Monday.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
7 days ago
In limited minutes, Wemby did a little bit of everything in the rout of the Suns. He amassed six stocks, finished tied for second on the Spurs in points and assists, and was the only player on San Antonio to collect double-digit rebounds. The large margin of victory likely factored into Wembanyama’s 25 minutes of game action, so a more competitive regular-season game would likely lead to more minutes and opportunities to produce. Still, he got a lot done in his time on the floor Thursday.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
11 days ago
Team World lost both of their games to each of the Team USA teams by a combined total of five points. Wemby certainly can’t be blamed for the losses. He scored 33 of the team’s combined 80 points and was efficient while doing it. Heroics from Scottie Barnes and Kawhi Leonard prevented Wemby and Team World from getting a win, but Wembanyama was still one of the best players in the All-Star Game and appears primed to finish the regular season strong.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
15 days ago
Unsurprisingly, Wembanyama encountered far more resistance on Wednesday than he did in Tuesday’s blowout of the Lakers. However, even with Draymond Green leaning on him for most of the night, the 7-foot-4 phenom still recorded a complete stat line on good percentages. Wembanyama continues to provide top-5 fantasy value regardless of format, and that won’t change anytime soon. Next for him is Sunday’s All-Star Game, where he’ll be a starter for the first time.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
16 days ago
To be fair to the Lakers, they were incredibly shorthanded for Tuesday’s game. A challenging task became impossible, as they could not defend Wembanyama. He scored 17 of the Spurs’ first 20 points, and the big fella’s 25 first-quarter points were the most in a quarter in franchise history. Wembanyama only needed to play 26 minutes to get his 40, sitting for the final 16 minutes of the blowout victory. That should bode well for his availability for Wednesday’s game against the Warriors.
Source: NBA
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
19 days ago
While he took a back seat to Stephon Castle on Saturday, Wembanyama was still impactful on both ends of the floor. The three blocks don’t do the third-year center justice, as there were other occasions when Mavericks players passed up shots because of Wemby’s presence. With Saturday’s game not being as close as the 138-125 final score would indicate, the Spurs only needed to play Wembanyama 27 minutes.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
21 days ago
After logging 28 minutes in Wednesday’s win over the Thunder, Wembanyama played 34 on Thursday. That’s the highest minutes tally for him since returning from the knee injury that cost him two games at the start of January. Even if the Spurs look to keep Wembanyama’s minutes “in check,” he doesn’t need much time to put up a robust stat line. On Wednesday, he made his first five three-point attempts and finished with another complete stat line. The Spurs host Dallas on Saturday in both teams’ final game of Week 16.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
22 days ago
Wembanyama recorded his 22nd double-double of the season on Wednesday, helping the Spurs hold off the shorthanded Thunder. All that his final stat line lacked was a steal, but that isn’t a big deal for those who have the big fella rostered. The Spurs play two more games in Week 16, starting with the Mavericks on Thursday.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
25 days ago
Wembanyama had his 45th game since entering the league with at least five blocks, which is the most in that span and as many as the next three players combined. The 22-year-old power forward has had five blocks in three of his last five games. Wembanyama has provided seventh overall per game value over the last two weeks. The Spurs have three games in Week 16, starting with a matchup against the Thunder.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
25 days ago
Wembanyama had 16 points and eight rebounds in 31 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Hornets. The 22-year-old power forward was on the injury report as questionable with a calf injury, but is ultimately available on the second night of a back-to-back.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
25 days ago
Wembanyama is on the injury report after playing 31 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Hornets, joining Stephon Castle (adductor) on the questionable line. If Wemby is given the night off, the Spurs would turn to Luke Kornet to fill the void in the starting lineup. Wembanyama’s absence would also push Kelly Olynyk into the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
26 days ago
The game was initially scheduled for a 4 PM Eastern tip. However, inclement weather has prevented the Spurs from leaving Charlotte following their loss to the Hornets on Saturday afternoon. The Spurs are supposed to return home on Sunday, but that isn’t guaranteed.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
26 days ago
After taking over Wednesday’s win over the Rockets, Wembanyama was held in check by the red-hot Hornets on Saturday. The limited offensive production wasn’t the only issue for fantasy managers, as the 7-foot-4 phenom didn’t bring much defensive output to the table, either. After tallying 14 blocked shots in his prior three games, Wembanyama did not have any against the Hornets. Days like Saturday don’t happen very often for Wemby, so there’s no need to be concerned. The Spurs host the Magic on Sunday in their final game of Week 15.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
29 days ago
Wembanyama put together another one of his jaw-dropping stat lines on Wednesday. He was all over the floor on both ends, making incredible blocks and scoring one possession like a guard, and the other like an elite rim finisher. His versatility was on full display, and the Rockets had no answer. Wemby nearly notched 30 points and was less than a handful of rebounds away from 20. His seven stocks were an added bonus to what was a stellar game for him overall.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Wembanyama and the Spurs struggled to knock down shots on Sunday, making 40 percent of their attempts from the field and shooting 12-of-44 from beyond the arc. Wemby’s line included a poor effort from the foul line, with the 7-foot-4 sensation making two of his six attempts. All wasn’t lost for fantasy managers due to the rebounds and blocks, but overall, this was an underwhelming end to Week 14 for Wembanyama. The Spurs begin a three-game Week 15 in Houston on Wednesday.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Wembanyama has recorded double-doubles in three straight and four of his last five appearances. On Thursday, his shot-blocking was also elite, with five blocks the most in a game for Wemby since he reached that mark in a December 27 loss to the Jazz. Over the past two weeks, Wembanyama has offered top-5 value in nine-cat formats, which aligns with his season-long value.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Tuesday’s game ranks among the worst in Wembanyama’s two-plus NBA season. In addition to missing all seven of his three-point attempts, the Spurs center was 5-of-14 from inside the arc. Add in the lack of defensive stats, and there wasn’t much to like about Wembanyama’s final line beyond the ten rebounds. He’ll look to bounce back on Thursday against the Jazz.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Wemby was once again able to have a monster performance. He has taken fewer three-pointers this season, which has helped his field goal percentage. However, over his last three games, he is averaging 5.3 triples per game, and he set a new season high against Utah. During that stretch, he’s averaging 31.3 points, 9.7 rebounds and 2.0 blocks to go with the triples while also shooting better than 50 percent from the floor in each game. He’ll look to stay hot in Houston on Tuesday.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
With Rudy Gobert unavailable and Naz Reid leaving after five minutes, Saturday’s game appeared to be one in which Wembanyama would have little trouble putting up a gaudy stat line. That’s what happened, and the Spurs needed each of Wemby’s 39 points to hold off Anthony Edwards. Over the past two weeks, Wembanyama has been a top-10 player in nine-cat formats. The Spurs play four games in Week 14, starting with the Jazz on Monday.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
The Spurs dominated the Bucks on the scoreboard on Thursday, limiting Wembanyama to just 22 minutes of game action. Yet, the versatile third-year center didn’t need much time to log a nice stat line. The former first-overall pick had a big night from beyond the arc, making all but one of his six attempts en route to concluding as the only Spurs player with 20 or more points. He also pulled down double-digit rebounds to secure yet another double-double on the season. Wembanyama continues to put up great numbers and remains one of the most productive fantasy basketball options.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Wembanyama was back in the starting lineup on Sunday, but the minutes (27) were still somewhat limited. Wembanyama landed on Rudy Gobert’s foot after attempting a three-pointer during the third quarter, tweaking his left ankle. That didn’t affect his availability for the rest of the game as he remained on the floor, but it could land Wemby on the injury report ahead of Tuesday’s game against the Thunder. Luke Kornet (six points, 12 rebounds, one steal and one block) played 23 minutes off the bench.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Having come off the bench in his first few games back from a knee injury, Wembanyama is in the starting lineup for Sunday’s game. Luke Kornet heads to the bench, which lowers his fantasy ceiling. That’s the lone change to the lineup that began Saturday’s win over the Celtics.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Wembanyama will be available for both games of the Spurs’ weekend back-to-back. While his playing time may be limited, resulting in Luke Kornet getting another start, the 7-foot-4 center doesn’t need much time to offer elite fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Wembanyama is listed as questionable with a bone bruise on his left knee. If he’s ruled out, Luke Kornet could move into the starting lineup as his replacement.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Wembanyama took over as San Antonio’s primary catalyst in the second half, scoring a game-high 16 points on 6-of-12 shooting. The 22-year-old generational talent remains limited from a minutes standpoint as he works his way back from a knee issue, but he’s still delivered some monster fantasy performances off the bench. He’s averaged 22.3 points, 8.3 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.0 steals and 2.7 blocks in just 24.5 minutes over his last three games since returning from a brief two-game absence. The Spurs close out the week with a road tilt against the Timberwolves before opening up a three-game week against the Thunder and Bucks before a rematch against Minnesota.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Still under a minutes restriction, Wembanyama played 26 minutes off the bench on Wednesday. However, as was proven most recently in Tuesday’s loss to the Grizzlies, he doesn’t need to be on the court long to impact fantasy basketball. Wemby’s final stat line only lacked a three-pointer, and the four blocks were one more than the phenom’s total in prior three appearances. The Spurs hit the road for their next three games, including a back-to-back on Saturday/Sunday against the Celtics and Timberwolves.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Despite being listed as questionable earlier in the day, Wembanyama will play on the second night of a back-to-back against Los Angeles. The superstar center scored 30 points off the bench on Tuesday in a one-point loss to the Grizzlies, and will have a chance to log a third straight 30-point game on Wednesday against a Lakers team that’s won three straight games.
Source: Tom Petrini
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Wemby is dealing with a left knee bone bruise and is in danger of sitting out against Los Angeles. If he’s sidelined, Luke Kornet could see a bump in playing time and remain the Spurs’ starting center.
Source: NBA Injury Report