DFS Alerts
John Collins, Kent Bazemore, and Deyonta Davis are listed as probable
With John Collins back, all the usage that went to Len, Bazemore and Davis in yesterday’s game will be for the most part soaked up by Collins’ return. Davis would still be in consideration if Len can’t go, but expectations would need to be tempered a bit. If Len and Prince do ultimately get ruled out, Collins and Bazemore should be very strong plays, along with potentially Kevin Huerter and DeAndre’ Bembry. Justin Anderson was a bit of a disappointment last night, but would also be in consideration with Prince out.
As reported by: Atlanta Hawks Other tagged players: Kent Bazemore, Deyonta Davis
Vince Carter has been ruled out
Vince Carter is out, and with John Collins back, there is plenty of reason to take a look at John Collins on this slate. If Taurean Prince and Alex Len eventually get ruled out, this situation becomes even more attractive.
As reported by: Atlanta Hawks Dennis Smith Jr. has been ruled out
With Smith ruled out once again, it should mean plenty of minutes for Emmanuel Mudiay and Damyean Dotson, each of whom saw 35+ minutes on Monday. They will never provide the most efficient stat lines, but at that sort of volume, it may be tough pass up.
As reported by: Steve Popper Jimmy Butler is listed as questionable
Although Butler’s official designation is questionable, coach Brown, when pressed, indicated that he did not think Butler would be able to go tonight after missing shootaround. The 76ers, already without Joel Embiid would need a strong effort from Ben Simmons and Tobias Harris without Butler. James Ennis would start in place of Butler if he is ultimately ruled out, and he is a value play to consider, but is typically a low usage player. JJ Redick and TJ McConnell also had strong outings on Monday in Butler’s absence.
As reported by: Keith Pompey Mario Hezonja is expected to play
In somewhat of a revenge narrative, Mario Hezonja will get the start against his former team, fulfilling a promise that coach Fizdale made to him. Hezonja was a DNP last time out and Kornet put up 24 points, 6 rebounds and 3 blocks, so you can choose to interpret this lineup decision however you wish, but Kornet has been producing lately when given the opportunity. Still, if Hezonja starts hot, there is a chance that he could see extended run and become a strong value play.
As reported by: Steve Popper Jaylen Brown is listed as doubtful
With Marcus Morris already out, and Jaylen Brown not far behind as doubtful, this will mean plenty of opportunity for Al Horford to operate in the low post as well as grab boards (Horford had a triple double last time out, so it’s not like he needed MORE opportunity). It may also lead to an increase in minutes for Gordon Hayward, and perhaps some increased usage on the starting unit from Jayson Tatum. Aron Baynes may be in play as a secondary consideration if the Celtics want an additional large body to contend with Bam Adebayo and Hassan Whiteside.
As reported by: Boston Celtics Marcus Morris has been ruled out
With Morris out, and Jaylen Brown not far behind as doubtful, this will mean plenty of opportunity for Al Horford to operate in the low post as well as grab boards (Horford had a triple double last time out, so it’s not like he needed MORE opportunity). It may also lead to an increase in minutes for Gordon Hayward, and perhaps some increased usage on the starting unit from Jayson Tatum. Aron Baynes may be in play as a secondary consideration if the Celtics want an additional large body to contend with Bam Adebayo and Hassan Whiteside.
As reported by: Adam Himmelsbach Taurean Prince has been ruled out
Now that Prince has been ruled out, it should keep Kevin Huerter’s minutes at a solid level, as well as keep the door of opportunity open for Justin Anderson, who was fantastic against the Bucks in 30 minutes on Sunday. Anderson would be an elite value at his price and would be a must play if he puts up anything close to the same line. DeAndre Bembry and Kent Bazemore are also options to consider here who have the potential to see a bump with Prince out.
As reported by: Atlanta Hawks Kyle Kuzma has been ruled out
Kuzma being out opens the door for a good amount of usage to flow through some less heralded Lakers. Depending on your opinion of whether or not the game is going to blow out, this could mean a bump for either Rajon Rondo or Alex Caruso, although both are likely to receive a good amount of minutes and usage. Moritz Wagner, Lance Stephenson, and Javale McGee all stand to benefit as well. Cases could also be made for Mike Muscala and Johnathan Williams.
As reported by: Tania Ganguli Marvin Bagley III is expected to play
Marvin Bagley will play tonight. If he gets a full compliment of minutes (28+) he should have a good opportunity to put up points against Houston’s second unit, as there aren’t many defenders that are equipped to stop him. Since he is coming back from an illness, we will want to make sure he is not on a minutes restriction prior to deploying him into our lineups.
As reported by: Jason Anderson Yogi Ferrell is expected to play
Ferrell is available tonight, which doesn’t move the needle too much, but may make De’Aaron Fox less of an attractive play. It also would remove Frank Mason from the slightest amount of consideration you might have had for him.
As reported by: Jason Jones Andre Iguodala is expected to play
Andre Iguodala is good to go tonight against the Nuggets. While he isn’t always the first piece you might think to put in your lineups, Iguodala is very cheap and usually shows up when the Warriors need him. The Warriors rotations usually have him playing with Durant and Klay Thompson in more of a distributor and defensive role, so you’ll mainly be getting assists and peripherals with the occasional bucket. He also reduces/eliminates the roles of other Warriors sources of value such as Alfonzo McKinnie, Kevon Looney and Jonas Jerebko, none of whom would be a DFS consideration. Even though Iguodala is a better real life NBA player than his DFS impact indicates, he’s worthy of some small consideration here, considering the overall importance of the game and his penchant for showing up big when it matters most.
As reported by: Connor Letourneau Taurean Prince is listed as doubtful
If Prince is unable to go, it should keep Kevin Huerter’s minutes at a solid level, as well as keep the door of opportunity open for Justin Anderson, who was fantastic against the Bucks in 30 minutes on Sunday. Anderson would be an elite value at his price and would be a must play if he puts up anything close to the same line.
As reported by: Kevin Chouinard John Collins has been ruled out
With Collins out, there will be plenty of minutes for Alex Len to clean the glass and be a source of offense on the low post. This will also mean smooth sailing for San Antonio, both in terms of a lack of rim protection and an easier time grabbing boards. There should be some more scoring opportunities for the remaining Hawks, particularly Trae Young and Len.
As reported by: Kevin Chouinard Under 20% In Back-To-Back Games
If you’re playing on FanDuel tonight, we have some really good “punt” options. Kent Bazemore looks to be one of the best options tonight and should see an increase in minutes with so many players out. Bazemore has played 21 and 24 minutes in the last two games, and now Collins and Demon are going to be out. He hasn’t hit any shots in the last two games, and could have a really nice fantasy game if he hits some shots tonight.
