Austin Rivers Fantasy Stats

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Austin Rivers (knee) has been downgraded to out for Wednesday's game against the Denver Nuggets. The veteran guard was listed as questionable coming into this game due to a left knee contusion. His absence should mean more playing time for Jaylen Nowell. He hasn't offered much value over the last two weeks, so Nowell seems like a risky streaming choice for Wednesday's slate.

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Austin Rivers will get the starting nod for Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. The Wolves are without both D'Angelo Russell (knee) and Jordan McLaughlin (calf) for Wednesday's game. That means, Rivers will be asked to start with Jaylen Nowell playing increased minutes off the bench. Both players are worth streaming with the team being shorthanded at guard. Between the two, Rivers is the slightly better option because he is starting in this game.

Denver Nuggets guard Austin Rivers will move into the starting five for Monday's game against the Golden State Warriors. Both Rivers and Bones Hyland should see a boost with Will Barton (ankle) sidelined. Rivers will join Monte Morris, Aaron Gordon, Jeff Green and Nikola Jokic in the starting five for this contest. Rivers hasn't been a great fantasy option, but does have some streaming appeal when he starts.

Denver Nuggets small forward Austin Rivers (hip) has been cleared to participate in Friday's contest against the Celtics after missing one game due to a tight right hip flexor. Rivers' role has fluctuated drastically over the past three weeks, making him a volatile DFS option in any format. With Monte Morris (concussion) sidelined, Rivers has the possibility to be worked into the backcourt with a higher frequency among the second unit, but he has combined to score just eight points in his last four outings. On pace to tie set a career low with 5.5 field goal attempts per game, Rivers' role in the offense has not portended to fantasy relevance in 2021-22.

Denver Nuggets guard Austin Rivers (hip) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the New York Knicks. He was only able to play eight minutes on Sunday before exiting due to a right hip flexor issue. As a result, Rivers will miss at least one game because of the injury. Bones Hyland and Bryn Forbes are expected to split up the additional playing time. Neither of them are fantastic fantasy options, but Forbes does have some low-end appeal.

Denver Nuggets guard Austin Rivers (hip) didn't last long during Sunday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. In fact, Rivers only played eight minutes before exiting with a right hip flexor injury. He headed back to the locker room and didn't return to action during Sunday's game. His absence resulted in bigger roles for Bryn Forbes and Bones Hyland. Fantasy managers should consider Rivers questionable for Tuesday's game. Both Forbes and Hyland would benefit in the absence of Rivers. Neither are must-have options, but Forbes could have some low-end appeal with additional playing time.

Denver Nuggets guard Austin Rivers (hip) is expected to suit up on Sunday against the Brooklyn Nets. The veteran is currently dealing with tightness in his right hip flexor, although it doesn't appear to be too serious. Nonetheless, Rivers is averaging only 6.4 points this season, so his presence likely won't mean much or impact anyone on the floor.

Denver Nuggets guard Austin Rivers will move into the starting five for Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. Aaron Gordon (hamstring) is sidelined again, which usually means Vlatko Cancar gets the start. However, the Nuggets decided to shake it up and have Rivers start instead. To be honest, neither player is much of a streaming option. Rivers is a little better offensively, but isn't someone worth using as a streaming option in most formats. The hope is that Gordon is back on the court for their next contest.

Denver Nuggets guard Austin Rivers (illness) is questionable for Game 1 against Portland. The veteran is currently dealing with a non-COVID-related sickness and is in danger of joining PJ Dozier (hip) and Will Barton (hamstring) on the sidelines on Saturday night. If Rivers can't go, look for Facundo Campazzo, Monte Morris, and Shaquille Harrison to handle the bulk of the duties in the backcourt.

Denver Nuggets point/shooting guard Austin Rivers is expected to sign a deal that keeps him with the franchise through the remainder of the current season. Having impressed during a 10-day contract, Rivers has proven to be valuable backcourt depth for a roster figuring out how to navigate without Jamal Murray (knee) in the mix. Despite having averaged 24.1 minutes per contest off the bench, Rivers has not scored in double figures in any of his five games, shooting 34.5 percent from the field overall, all of which does not make him an immediate fantasy commodity in any format. For those targeting the Nuggets' new-look backcourt, Monte Morris and Facundo Campazzo remain more appealing options.