The Brooklyn Nets have traded forward Dorian Finney-Smith and guard Shake Milton to the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday. In exchange, the Nets will receive guard D'Angelo Russell, forward Maxwell Lewis, and three second round picks. It's not shocking to see the rebuilding Nets move the 31-year-old forward. Finney-Smith doesn't put up flashy stats, but he's a solid 3-and-D player. It's unclear how he'll fit into the Lakers rotation. A team that already has plenty of forwards including, LeBron James, Rui Hachimura, Cam Reddish, and Dalton Knecht. Finney-Smith has been averaging 28 minutes per game with the Nets and that's likely to dip with the move to the Lakers. Milton is likely also going to see a reduced role, but overall this move does give the Lakers more depth.
Brooklyn Nets forward Dorian Finney-Smith (calf) will be back from a three-game absence on Friday versus San Antonio. The Brooklyn frontcourt gets some additional help after Finney-Smith was initially regarded as questionable for the game. Noah Clowney will likely lose minutes to Finney-Smith despite enjoying a solid three-game stretch as a starter. Finney-Smith averages 10.8 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 1.6 assists for the season. He might have a more significant role offensively on Friday, as Cam Thomas (hamstring), Ben Simmons (back), and Cameron Johnson (hip) are out of the lineup.
Dorian Finney-Smith Questionable Friday Against Spurs
Brooklyn Nets forward Dorian Finney-Smith (calf) carries a questionable designation heading into Friday night's matchup against the San Antonio Spurs. He's been out for the past three games dealing with the same calf injury. If he's unable to suit up, Noah Clowney should remain in the starting five after dropping 20 points, four rebounds, two assists, and one steal in their last game. Jalen Wilson will likely see some added time as well since Ben Simmons (back) has been ruled out.
Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports that Brooklyn Nets forward Dorian Finney-Smith (calf) is questionable for Thursday's matchup with the Milwaukee Bucks. Finney-Smith is in danger of missing his third game in a row due to a left calf contusion. The Nets could have several players missing in action, with Ben Simmons (back) questionable while Cam Thomas (hamstring) and Ziaire Williams (knee) will be sidelined. Jalen Wilson and Keon Johnson's fantasy value will increase if Finney-Smith and Simmons cannot suit up, as more playing time and scoring opportunities will be available.
Brooklyn Nets forward Dorian Finney-Smith (calf) won't play in Saturday's game against the Jazz. The veteran has had one of the best years of his career, averaging 10.8 points and shooting 45.2% from behind the arc. It's unknown how severe his current calf contusion is, so fantasy managers will be left wondering if he'll be ready to go when the Nets play the Heat in South Beach on Monday night. In the meantime, Cameron Johnson might slide over to the four, with Jalen Wilson and Keon Johnson gaining more fantasy value due to an anticipated increase in minutes and scoring opportunities.
Brooklyn Nets forward Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) is unavailable for Tuesday's matchup with the Indiana Pacers due to a sprained left ankle. The 31-year-old will miss his fourth consecutive game. This season, he has been a key rotational piece for the Nets, averaging 10.7 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.8 assists across 29 minutes per contest. With Finney-Smith sidelined, Jalen Wilson is expected to remain in the starting lineup.
Dorian Finney-Smith's Status Uncertain For Wednesday
Brooklyn Nets forward Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Indiana Pacers as he deals with a sprained left ankle. The 31-year-old is at risk of missing his fourth consecutive game. Finney-Smith has been a key rotational piece for Brooklyn this season, averaging 29 minutes and 10.7 points per game. If he is ruled out, Jalen Wilson is expected to remain in the starting lineup. Fantasy managers will want to check on his status closer to tip-off on Wednesday.
Brooklyn Nets forward Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) will not suit up against the Bulls on Monday due to a left ankle sprain. It will be the third game in a row that he has missed. The 31-year-old is averaging 10.7 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 1.6 assists in 29.0 minutes across 15 appearances this season. On Monday, the Nets will also be without other key contributors, Ben Simmons (back) and Ziaire Williams (knee).
Brooklyn Nets forward Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Orlando Magic. The veteran forward will miss his second game in a row due to an ankle issue. The organization is hopeful that Finney-Smith can return for Monday's game against the Chicago Bulls. In the meantime, Jalen Wilson and Ziaire Williams are candidates for more run on Sunday. Wilson is looking like the better streaming option between the two right now.
Brooklyn Nets forward Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's matchup against Orlando. The versatile veteran is battling an ankle issue, sitting out for the third time in four games. Luckily for the Nets, they will have Jalen Wilson (calf) back in the lineup on Friday, and he should soak in some of Finney-Smith's minutes. Trendon Watford, Ziaire Williams, and Tyrese Martin are also looking at additional work. Martin exploded for 30 points against Phoenix on Wednesday, but it's difficult to project how the rotation works out in Friday's tough matchup against a team that's ranked third in defensive efficiency.
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