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Jose Alvarado • PG • Knicks |

Victor Wembanyama • PF • Spurs

Jose Alvarado Warns Victor Wembanyama After Game 3 Shove

Knicks reserve guard Jose Alvarado issued a warning to Victor Wembanyama after the Spurs center shoved Jalen Brunson in the back of the head during Monday's Game 3, telling reporters "that'll be the last one," the New York Post reports. Officials missed the first-quarter play, and the NBA is reviewing it for a retroactive flagrant foul after its head of officiating acknowledged a foul was there. That review is the fantasy story. Wembanyama, who poured in 32 points with eight rebounds, six assists, and three blocks in the 115-111 win, already drew a Flagrant-2 ejection earlier this postseason. An upgrade here would leave him one flagrant foul away from an automatic one-game suspension, a live availability risk for DFS managers with the Spurs trailing 2-1 entering Game 4.

11 hours ago

Nikola Vučević • C • Celtics

Nikola Vucevic Not Expected to Return to Boston

Boston Celtics center Nikola Vucevic is not expected to return to the team this offseason, with CelticsBlog relaying Marc Stein's report that the veteran big man is increasingly viewed as likely to switch teams. Vucevic was acquired from Chicago at the trade deadline for Anfernee Simons and a draft pick, but his Boston run never fully clicked after a fractured right ring finger cost him 14 games. He averaged 15.1 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 3.3 assists for the season, though those numbers dipped to 9.7 points and 6.6 rebounds in 16 regular-season games with the Celtics. A move away from Boston could help his fantasy outlook if he lands a steadier frontcourt role, while the Celtics will likely need to address center depth again.

11 hours ago

Trey Lyles • PF

Trey Lyles Could Push for NBA Return

Real Madrid forward Trey Lyles is unlikely to return to the club unless its hopes of keeping him somehow survive more lucrative offers or his desire to get back to the NBA, according to Marca's Nacho Duque. Lyles signed a one-year deal with Real Madrid last summer after 10 NBA seasons, and the club's official site still lists him with 890 points, 326 rebounds, and 112 assists over 71 appearances. In EuroLeague play, he averaged 14.2 points, 4.9 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 0.6 steals, and 0.7 blocks while shooting 43.1% from three-point range. Lyles would need the right NBA landing spot to carry fantasy value, but his shooting and frontcourt versatility should keep him on the offseason watch list.

12 hours ago

Ja Morant • PG • Grizzlies

Phoenix Shows No Interest in Grizzlies' Ja Morant

Ja Morant's trade market lost a rumored landing spot, as the Phoenix Suns have no interest in pursuing the Memphis Grizzlies guard this offseason, ClutchPoints' Brett Siegel reports. Sources cited Phoenix's reluctance to make a drastic roster change and to absorb the $87 million left on Morant's deal. The Suns instead keep their backcourt of Devin Booker and Jalen Green, the latter looking to bounce back after injuries limited him to 32 games. Morant (elbow) remains widely expected to be moved after missing Memphis's final 40 games with a sprained left UCL and feuding with the organization. For fantasy purposes, his value is hard to pin down: a healthy Morant is a top-tier source of points and assists, but the looming trade, the injury, and an unsettled role leave his 2026-27 outlook among the league's biggest question marks.

12 hours ago

Mitchell Robinson • C • Knicks

Mitchell Robinson Available for Game 4

New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (hand) is available for Wednesday's Game 4 against the San Antonio Spurs despite being listed with a fractured right fifth metacarpal on the NBA's official injury report. The 28-year-old has already played through the issue in the Finals, but his role remains limited. In Game 3, Robinson logged only seven minutes, finishing with five points and four rebounds. He averaged 5.7 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 0.9 assists during the regular season, so his fantasy and DFS appeal still comes mainly from rebounds, blocks, and putbacks rather than scoring volume.

12 hours ago

OG Anunoby • SF • Knicks

OG Anunoby Racks Up 28 Points in Monday's Loss

New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby did very little wrong on Monday night in Game 3 of the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs, notching 28 points, five rebounds, one assist, and two blocks in a 115-111 loss. He did the damage on a 9-for-13 effort from the field, finishing 3-for-7 from downtown and 7-for-9 at the charity stripe. Anunoby was just one field goal shy of setting his new playoff scoring record. The 28-year-old always finds ways to impact the game and has been a key cog for the Knicks throughout the playoffs. In the Finals, Anunoby has yet to score fewer than 17 points and has registered multiple blocks in back-to-back games.

22 hours ago

Karl-Anthony Towns • PF • Knicks

Karl-Anthony Towns Quiet in Game 3 Loss Monday Night

New York Knicks forward/center Karl-Anthony Towns had a quiet outing in Monday's Game 3 of the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs, scoring only 11 points on a 4-for-10 effort from the field in a 115-111 home loss. Additionally, Towns was limited to one assist and eight rebounds, failing to notch a double-double for only the second time in his past seven games. While Towns struggled to make an impact on the offensive end, his defensive work was impressive. In 38 minutes, Towns blocked two shots and recorded three steals. Expect Towns to try to rebound offensively in Game 4 on Wednesday night.

22 hours ago

Jalen Brunson • PG • Knicks

Jalen Brunson Records 32 Points in Losing Effort

New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson led his team with 32 points in Game 3 of the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs on Monday, but his efforts weren't enough in a 115-111 loss. The Knicks hosted their first Finals game since 1999 and struggled to score in the second half. However, Brunson made some big buckets and had a strong individual performance. He went 3-for-5 from outside and finished 11-for-25 overall from the field. His line included five rebounds and five assists, though Brunson also committed five turnovers. Brunson's scoring wasn't efficient in the first couple of games against the Spurs, giving the Knicks hope that the best is still to come from him. So far in the Finals, the star guard has averaged 27.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, 4.3 assists, and 1.7 steals per game.

22 hours ago

De'Aaron Fox • PG • Spurs

De'Aaron Fox Comes Up Clutch in Game 3 Against Knicks

San Antonio Spurs point guard De'Aaron Fox had another frustrating evening on Monday in Game 3 of the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks, but he made key plays late in the game to help the team earn a 115-111 road win. With 12.2 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter, Fox hit a jumper to give San Antonio a five-point lead. A couple of minutes earlier, he had an impressive block on Knicks big man Karl-Anthony Towns. Fox recorded two blocks in total and snagged one steal. Offensively, he finished the night with 12 points and a game-high eight assists. After his 20-point outburst in Game 2, Fox's scoring contribution was modest due to a 4-for-14 record from the field. He missed all five attempts from three-point range. The two-time All-Star remains a volatile fantasy option in these playoffs.

22 hours ago

Stephon Castle • SG • Spurs

Stephon Castle Sparks Into Life in Monday's Win

San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle contributed 23 points as the team beat the New York Knicks 115-111 in Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Monday. The 21-year-old sophomore also had five rebounds, five assists, one steal, and one block, going 8-for-15 from the field with a 2-for-5 effort from deep. After being quiet in the first two games of the Finals, Castle made a big impact on both ends. San Antonio's postseason success has often been linked to Castle's performance. His scoring efficiency has been more consistent, averaging 19.8 points in San Antonio's wins versus 17.3 points in losses. Through the first three games of the Finals, Castle has posted averages of 18.0 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 4.0 assists.

22 hours ago

Victor Wembanyama • PF • Spurs

Victor Wembanyama Leads Spurs to Game 3 Victory Over Knicks

San Antonio Spurs forward/center Victor Wembanyama had one of his best performances of the 2026 playoffs on Monday night, tallying 32 points, eight rebounds, six assists, two steals, and three blocks in a 115-111 road win over the New York Knicks. He went 11-for-18 from the field, including 2-for-4 from downtown, and missed only one of his nine free-throw attempts. This was a perfect response by Wembanyama after his costly mistake late in Game 2. Impressively, the French superstar had only one turnover in Monday's win after giving away the ball 10 times in the first two games. Wembanyama is averaging 29.0 points, 9.7 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 3.3 blocks, and 1.7 steals in the Finals.

23 hours ago

Thomas Sorber • PF • Thunder

Thomas Sorber Unlikely to Play in Summer League

Oklahoma City Thunder center Thomas Sorber (knee) is unlikely to be ready for Summer League, according to Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman. Thunder general manager Sam Presti said Sorber has impressed the organization with his rehab work after missing the 2025-26 season because of a torn right ACL. The 20-year-old was selected 15th overall in the 2025 NBA Draft after averaging 14.5 points, 8.5 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 1.5 steals, and 2.0 blocks at Georgetown. Until Oklahoma City gives a firmer ramp-up plan, Sorber is more of a long-range stash than a player to chase for early-season fantasy production.

Yesterday

Jaylen Brown • SG • Celtics |

Derrick White • SG • Celtics

Celtics Not Shopping Jaylen Brown or Derrick White

The Boston Celtics have not considered trading Jaylen Brown or Derrick White this offseason, ESPN's Brian Windhorst reports. A year after a roster overhaul stoked trade speculation about both players, Windhorst said two weeks before the draft that he has not heard "one iota of Jaylen Brown truly being available," with the same true of White. The fantasy read centers on continuity. Brown earned Second-Team All-NBA honors as Boston's No. 1 option last season, posting career highs of 28.7 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 5.1 assists with Jayson Tatum out for 62 games. With Tatum back next season, expect Brown's usage and counting stats to settle below that peak, while White's steady scoring, three-point volume, and defensive stats make him the more stable multi-category hold.

Yesterday

Giannis Antetokounmpo • PF • Bucks

Trail Blazers Willing to Chase Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Portland Trail Blazers are reportedly willing to pursue Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo even without long-term contract assurances, with the New York Post citing ESPN's Shams Charania that Portland is interested "no matter the risk." Antetokounmpo remains on Milwaukee's roster and is still one of the strongest fantasy producers in the league. The 31-year-old averaged 27.6 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 5.4 assists in 2025-26, keeping him firmly in the first-round fantasy conversation. If Portland's pursuit ever turns into a serious offer, the team's young roster would need to be re-evaluated around a massive usage shift. Until then, Antetokounmpo's value remains elite, with his offseason trade status carrying the bigger fantasy swing.

Yesterday

Mitchell Robinson • C • Knicks

Mitchell Robinson Available for Game 3

New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (finger) is available for Monday's Game 3 against the San Antonio Spurs, per the latest NBA injury report. The 28-year-old keeps playing through a fractured right fifth metacarpal that was surgically repaired before the series, suiting up in a protective brace. Robinson holds his reserve role behind Karl-Anthony Towns, averaging roughly 5.3 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 0.6 blocks in 14.2 minutes this postseason. Low minutes and shaky free-throw shooting cap his DFS ceiling, leaving the value in his rebounding and rim protection. The bigger story is the matchup: Robinson's defense and offensive boards against Victor Wembanyama have helped swing New York's first two wins, and his availability keeps the Knicks' best Wemby answer on the floor with a 3-0 lead in reach.

2 days ago

E.J. Liddell • PF • Nets

E.J. Liddell Agrees to Two-Year Deal with Greek Club Aris

Brooklyn Nets forward/center E.J. Liddell has agreed to a two-year deal with Greek EuroCup club Aris, with only the official announcement pending, Eurohoops reports. The 25-year-old played on an expiring two-way contract last season and was headed for free agency this summer. Liddell appeared in 26 games with five starts for Brooklyn in 2025-26, averaging 5.7 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 0.9 assists on 48.6 percent shooting, then flashed upside with 18.4 points per game across five April contests. He added 17.5 points and 8.5 rebounds in 26 G League games with Long Island. Aris is spending aggressively under new coach Vassilis Spanoulis to chase the EuroCup title. For dynasty and deep-league managers who stashed Liddell after that April surge, the signing closes the book on his NBA stock for now.

2 days ago

Matas Buzelis • SF • Bulls

Matas Buzelis Will Play for Lithuania This Summer

Chicago Bulls forward Matas Buzelis will make his debut for the Lithuanian national team this summer, according to Eurohoops. The 21-year-old is scheduled to participate in FIBA World Cup qualifying games in July. This presents a strong developmental opportunity, as the increased physicality of international play could help him further refine his skill set. The extra reps should be highly beneficial for Buzelis, who took a significant step forward during his sophomore campaign. He averaged 16.3 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks in 29.2 minutes per game. If he continues to progress this summer, Buzelis could be an even more reliable fantasy performer heading into his third NBA season.

2 days ago

Giannis Antetokounmpo • PF • Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo Has Concerns About Heat Roster If Traded to Miami

According to The Athletic's Sam Amick during an appearance on The Dan Patrick Show, Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo has questions about what the Miami Heat roster would look like after a potential trade. The rumored package is built around Tyler Herro, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kel'el Ware, and draft capital, with Bam Adebayo considered off limits. The former MVP averaged 27.6 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 5.4 assists and shot 62.4% from the field this season. Antetokounmpo would remain an elite fantasy option in Miami, but the concern is real: if the Heat lose too much shooting and depth, his usage could climb while his efficiency and assist ceiling become more dependent on Adebayo and the pieces left around them.

2 days ago

Mitchell Robinson • C • Knicks

Mitchell Robinson Has Technical Foul Rescinded After Game 2 Win

New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson had his Game 2 technical foul rescinded by the NBA following Friday's 105-104 win over the San Antonio Spurs. The league wiped the second-quarter call after Robinson and Victor Wembanyama shoved each other, with replays indicating Wembanyama shoved first. The 28-year-old has been a defensive anchor in the series, contesting Wembanyama's potential game-winner in the closing seconds and finishing Game 2 with seven points, three rebounds, one steal, and one block. Robinson is playing through a surgically repaired right pinky and works as a reserve behind Karl-Anthony Towns, which caps his minutes. For DFS lineups, his rebounding and rim protection carry some value, though poor free-throw shooting and a thin workload limit the ceiling ahead of Monday's Game 3 at Madison Square Garden.

2 days ago

Karl-Anthony Towns • PF • Knicks

Karl-Anthony Towns Eligible for Massive Extension

New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns is currently playing some excellent basketball, which could help his team secure a championship here soon. After the playoffs, the Knicks have a big decision to make about the future of Towns in New York. The big man has one guaranteed season left, with a player option for $61 million for the 2027-2028 season. Towns is currently eligible to sign a massive four-year, $272 million extension with the Knicks. It'll be interesting to see if the Knicks are willing to give Towns that kind of money. This past season, Towns averaged 20.1 points, 11.8 rebounds, and 3.0 assists across 31.0 minutes per game in 75 contests. He's one of the best centers in the game, but this kind of contract would make it tough for the team to potentially keep other key contributors.

2 days ago

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