Who is trending up? Which rotations are changing? What’s the latest with the notable injuries around the NBA?
Here’s a look around the league at the most fantasy relevant news and notes for all 30 teams:
Atlanta Hawks: Solomon Hill tore his right hamstring Wednesday and is expected to miss the rest of the season. Atlanta is very shorthanded right now, so Danilo Gallinari may see more minutes. In the last three games, Gallinari has averaged 15 points, 5.6 rebounds and 2.6 assists. Fantasy teams seeking scoring, 3-pointers and free throw percentage should roster Gallinari. You can find him available in 95% of ESPN leagues.
Boston Celtics: Due to Jaylen Brown’s hamstring injury, Jayson Tatum has stepped up for the Celtics. In his last five games, Tatum has averaged 31.4 PPG, 10.4 RPG, 3.2 APG and 3.2 3PG. With a USG of 32%, he’s having an outstanding season.
Brooklyn Nets: The NBA debut of David Duke Jr., who is on a two-way contract with the Nets, was solid. In 22 minutes against the Rockets, Duke had nine points, three rebounds an assist and a triple. Duke should be on your radar especially for the second half of the season when Kevin Durant and James Harden may be granted rest days.
Charlotte Hornets: LaMelo Ball, Ish Smith, Mason Plumlee, Terry Rozier and Jalen McDaniels are currently in the league’s health and safety protocols due to COVID-19. P.J. Washington benefits from the expanded role. He has averaged 17.0 PPG, 8.3 RPG, and 3.0 APG per 40 minutes. And he’s seen his MPG rise from 25.0 to 31.7 during the past five games. Washington is still available in 33.7% of ESPN leagues.
Chicago Bulls: Alex Caruso is out with a hamstring injury, while DeMar DeRozan is undergoing COVID-19 protocols. That’s allowed Ayo Dosunmu to average 38 minutes per game over the last two games. The 2021 second-rounder is available in 99% of ESPN leagues, but his minutes will be limited once DeRozan and Caruso return.
Cleveland Cavaliers: Lauri Markkanen…
Source : espn
