NBA Player News

Just as we all drew it up, right? Reaves joins Lonzo Ball, Magic Johnson, Jerry West and Elgin Baylor as one of five Laker rookies to ever notch a 3x2, and he’s the fourth rookie ever to go 30/15/10 in a single game (Oscar Robertson, Blake Griffin, Jerry West). Though quite far from the fantasy radar, Reaves was one of the only promising real-life pieces of what ended up being an abysmal Lakers team, and he’ll figure to have some sort of role next season even once this team is at full strength again. However, unless the Lakers ship most of their wings out by the time next season comes around, Reaves’ irrelevance in fantasy leagues will likely remain, but he’s at least worth keeping an eye on after four straight double-digit scoring outputs to end the season and especially after tonight’s outburst. Wenyen Gabriel double-doubled for the first time in his career with 14 points, 10 boards, three dimes and two blocks and Wayne Ellington scored 18 points with four triples off the bench.

Dëmin suffered a right leg contusion during the second quarter of Tuesday’s game and returned to the locker room shortly thereafter. He’s now done for the night, with Keon Ellis entering the lineup to begin the third quarter.

Ighodaro injured his oblique during the Suns’ season-opening loss to the Trail Blazers and has missed the last two games. While his absence hasn’t changed the starting lineup, as Khaman Maluach has been the preferred center, it has led to Duop Reath getting rotation minutes off the bench.

Joe landed hard on his right hip during Sunday’s win over the 76ers and did not return to action. His absence on Tuesday won’t affect fantasy basketball, as Ausar Thompson (ankle) is available.

Thompson is back after sitting out Sunday’s win over the Knicks. He’ll take on the task of defending Jalen Brunson, while Daniss Jenkins returns to the bench.

Due to a sore right shoulder, Hayes did not play in Monday’s loss to the Grizzlies. If he can play on Wednesday, Hayes could start, as Jaren Jackson Jr. (knee) is out for 6-8 weeks. If Hayes can’t play, the Jazz would have to rely even more on Mo Bamba and Kyle Filipowski.

One game removed from recording 17 points and five assists, Traoré has been rewarded with his first start of the season. He replaces Keon Ellis, who will come off the bench. The change also means that Dëmin will spend more time off the ball, which could help him get going after a slow start to the season.

White was initially listed as probable for Tuesday’s game, so the status upgrade was expected. He’ll fill his usual spot in the Celtics’ starting lineup.

So much for Edwards being listed as questionable on the Timberwolves’ initial injury report for Wednesday’s game against the Warriors. He’ll reportedly need to undergo an arthroscopic procedure on his right knee and could miss up to two months. While the timeline isn’t guaranteed, fantasy managers can stash Edwards on the IL until he’s cleared to return. As alternatives, Ayo Dosunmu and Terrence Shannon Jr. should see more opportunities, and starters Jaden McDaniels and Jonathan Kuminga should too.

Jones hasn’t played this season, and his absence has factored into rookie Trevon Brazile getting consistent rotation minutes. While he isn’t a must-roster player in redraft leagues, Brazile has played well enough to merit remaining in the rotation once the Nuggets are whole.

Johnson has missed Denver’s last two games and will likely miss a third. If he remains out, Bryce Hopkins should get another start.