NBA News
Trae Young Upgraded To Available Monday Against Knicks
Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (Achilles) has been upgraded from probable to available and will take the court against the New York Knicks on Monday. There isn't any other player in the league who enjoys playing against the Knicks quite like Young. In 21 career games against the Knicks, Young averages 25.4 points, 9.6 assists, and 3.3 rebounds per game while shooting 40.4% from the floor and hitting 2.5 threes per contest. The Hawks and Knicks always seem to battle it out, so efficiency probably won't be the highest priority in this one.
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Ja Morant Will Play Monday Against The Timberwolves
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (foot) was originally listed as questionable but was upgraded to probable and will be available to play in Monday afternoon's matchup against Minnesota. Morant missed Friday's game against the Spurs, but he was productive in his four previous matchups, averaging 22.25 points, 5.8 assists, 3.0 rebounds, and 2.0 steals per game. His lowest production during that run was against Minnesota when he had just 12 points, five rebounds, and four assists in 30 minutes. The Grizzlies still won by two points, but Morant will hope to have a much stronger showing in the rematch at home on Monday.
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Jalen Johnson Officially Available On Monday
Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (shoulder) has officially been upgraded from probable to available on Monday and will play in his second game back from a five-game absence. The 23-year-old returned on Saturday against the Boston Celtics to the tune of 14 points, 13 rebounds, three assists, one steal, and one block across 38 minutes. Johnson is a quality start in all fantasy formats as he usually stuffs the stat sheet, especially when Trae Young is on the court as well. It could be more of a defensive battle against the Knicks on Monday as he'll likely go up against OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges.
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Rudy Gobert Available Monday, Will Start
Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (ankle) will now play on Monday after originally being listed as questionable for their game against the Memphis Grizzlies. The Timberwolves PR announced that he'll be starting which means Naz Reid will take a hit to his fantasy value since he'll be coming off of the bench again. Gobert remains a must-start in all fantasy formats, especially for teams looking for big-man stats as he's posted 17 double-doubles so far along with 26 games of at least 10 boards.
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Amen Thompson Upgraded To Available On Monday
Houston Rockets guard/forward Amen Thompson (calf) has been upgraded from questionable to available on Monday and will play through the calf tightness that he was experiencing. Before he was forced to miss a game, Thompson registered 20 points, 10 rebounds, five assists, two steals, and one block against the Sacramento Kings on Thursday. He's a great start in any fantasy format but has especially excelled this year in category leagues with his defensive potential. Through 38 games, he's averaging 12.8 points, 7.8 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 1.3 steals, and 1.2 blocks per game.
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Donte DiVincenzo Out Indefinitely With Toe Injury
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo (toe) is now in a walking boot and will be sidelined indefinitely due to a left big toe injury. ESPN's Shams Charania reports that the former 17th-overall pick was put in a boot on Monday and there is no timetable for his return while he seeks out an additional opinion. DiVincenzo was starting to find his stride with the team and averaged 11.0 points, 3.7 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 1.2 steals per game. Mike Conley and Nickeil Alexander-Walker will likely see some added playing time while he's sidelined.
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Jusuf Nurkic Ruled Out On Monday, Will Miss Seventh Straight Game
Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic (conditioning) has been ruled out of Monday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Nurkic has missed the last six games with an illness, making Monday's matchup against Cleveland the seventh straight game he'll have missed in a row. The injury report lists this as a "return to conditioning" designation, but the Bosnian has also been rumored to be in trade discussions. In his absence, expect Mason Plumlee and the newly-acquired Nick Richards to clean up the glass for Cleveland. Richards grabbed 11 boards in 29 minutes off the bench for Phoenix in his Suns debut, making him the preferred option over Plumlee on Monday.
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Evan Mobley Ruled Out Monday Against Suns
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley (calf) has been ruled out of Monday's game against the Phoenix Suns. Mobley strained his right calf against the Thunder on Thursday night and was forced to miss Saturday's game against the Timberwolves as well. The 23-year-old has been a big piece of Cleveland's success this season, averaging 18.6 PPG and 8.8 RPG. In his absence, expect Jarrett Allen to get more usage in the starting lineup. Also expect Caris LeVert to be inserted into the starting lineup while George Niang should get more minutes off the bench. Niang grabbed 10 rebounds on Saturday while putting up 15 points. Niang should be a sneaky DFS play on Monday.
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Ja Morant Upgraded To Probable On Monday Against Minnesota
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (foot) has been upgraded to probable for Monday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Morant has been dealing with foot soreness that forced him to miss the Grizzlies' last game against the Spurs but he'll be able to tough it out today. The 25-year-old is obviously a must start in all fantasy formats today, though in his only game against the Timberwolves this season he scored just 12 points and recorded just four assists. Those are well below his season norms of 21.4 PPG and 7.5 APG, so fantasy managers may want to temper expectations.
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Quentin Grimes Ruled Out With Back Spasms Against Hornets
Dallas Mavericks guard Quentin Grimes (back) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. Grimes is dealing with back spasms that will force him to miss just his third game this season. Grimes has been a decent contributor off the bench for Dallas, averaging 10.2 PPG and 4.0 RPG. With Dallas very short on depth at the guard position, expect Kyrie Irving and Spencer Dinwiddie to get extended minutes beyond their normal starter minutes today with both Jaden Hardy and Grimes unavailable off the bench.
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Dereck Lively II Ruled Out On Monday Against Charlotte
Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. Lively is dealing with a right ankle sprain that will force him to miss his third straight game. Lively has been a solid rebounder for Dallas this season, averaging 7.8 RPG, so his presence will be missed on the glass. In his absence, expect Daniel Gafford to stay in the starting lineup. Gafford has averaged 13.4 PPG and 6.4 RPG as a starter this season, making him a sneaky contributor against Charlotte as the Hornets have been a bit weak against centers over their last seven games.
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Jalen Johnson Probable For Game Against Knicks
Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (shoulder) is listed as probable for Monday's game against the New York Knicks. Johnson has been dealing with right shoulder inflammation that caused him to miss five games in a row before returning against Boston on Saturday. Johnson has been fantastic for the Hawks this year, averaging 19.7 PPG and 10.2 RPG. His 5.2 APG is a career high as well, making him a very well-rounded fantasy threat. The 23-year-old grabbed 15 rebounds in both matchups against New York this season while also averaging 22.0 PPG, making him a must start in all fantasy formats on Monday.
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Trae Young Probable For Matchup Against Knicks
Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (heel) is listed as probable for Monday's game against the New York Knicks. Young is dealing with Achilles soreness in his right heel but will be able to play through it. Fantasy managers should have high expectations for the 26-year-old today as he generally loves playing in Madison Square Garden. Against the Knicks this season Young has averaged 21.5 PPG and 10.5 APG in two games. He's a must start in all fantasy formats.
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Bradley Beal Tagged As Questionable For Monday
Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Monday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Beal has missed each of the last two games due to a left ankle sprain. The fact that he was upgraded to questionable means that Beal is trending in the right direction. The Suns are likely to use a committee approach to fill the void if Beal continues to miss time. That means, Ryan Dunn, Grayson Allen, and Royce O'Neale should all see increased playing time. Both Allen and Dunn are worth looking at as streaming options if Beal is forced to miss another game.
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Ja Morant Could Miss Monday's Contest
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (foot) is listed as questionable ahead of Monday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Morant is in danger of missing his second straight game due to a foot injury. He has reportedly been playing through the issue for some time, but possibly it's getting worse. The absence of Morant should mean that Scotty Pippen Jr. gets additional playing time. Pippen got off to a hot start to the season, but has cooled down lately. He's still worth a look as a streaming option if Morant is unable to play.
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Stephen Curry Questionable Versus The Champs
Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (ankle) is questionable heading into Monday's game against the Celtics. The 36-year-old injured his ankle late in Saturday's win over the Washington Wizards. Head coach Steve Kerr labeled him as "day-to-day." However, Curry indicated he was planning to play, so fantasy managers may not be without him on Monday night. With Draymond Green (calf), Jonathan Kuminga (ankle), and Brandin Podziemski (abdomen) sidelined, the Warriors could rely on Andrew Wiggins, Dennis Schroder, and Buddy Hield for most of their production if Curry isn't available.
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Rudy Gobert Uncertain For Monday's Game
Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Monday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. This doesn't come as a shock after Gobert rolled his ankle during Saturday's contest. Luckily, Gobert was able to finish the contest, but is now dealing with a right ankle sprain. The Wolves are likely going to wait and see how Gobert feels on Monday before making a final decision. If he sits, Naz Reid figures to have an increased role. Reid has been playing fairly well lately, so the absence of Gobert would only increase his value.
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Zion Williamson Uncertain For Monday's Contest
New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (illness) is questionable heading into Monday's game against the Jazz. The former Duke Blue Devil is no stranger to the league's injury report. He's already missed 32 games this season for various reasons. But Williamson is in danger of missing this one because of an illness. If he's out versus Utah, Javonte Green, averaging 7.6 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks in 14 starts this season, is the favorite to replace him in the lineup, although CJ McCollum, Trey Murphy III, and Dejounte Murray (elbow) should benefit the most on the scoring end.
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Donte DiVincenzo Ruled Out For Monday
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo (toe) has been ruled out ahead of Monday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. DiVincenzo will now miss his third game in a row due to toe issue. The absence of DiVincenzo should mean that Mike Conley gets additional playing time. The 37-year-old has played over 20 minutes in each of the last two games. Conley will be a slightly more appealing fantasy option until DiVincenzo returns.
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Amen Thompson Tagged As Questionable For Monday
Houston Rockets guard Amen Thompson (calf) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Detroit Pistons. Thompson is now in danger of missing a second straight game after sitting out on Saturday's contest. Another absence for Thompson would mean increased roles for Cam Whitmore and Tari Eason. On Saturday, Whitmore looked solid as he posted a double-double with 12 points and 10 rebounds. He'd be worth looking at as a streaming option if Thompson is once again unavailable.
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