Kyle

Kuzma

Kuzma’s shot 50 percent or better from the field in four of his last five appearances, solid efficiency for a player who hasn’t been known for that in the past. However, the overall stat line probably wasn’t enough to convince managers in 12-team leagues to consider adding Kuzma. The Bucks open a four-game Week 3 on Monday against the Timberwolves.

Kuzma has scored 14 or more points in three straight outings, with Monday’s total marking a new high through Milwaukee’s first four games. Against the Pacers, he shot efficiently from the field and added solid rebounding and assisting numbers. His inefficiency and inconsistent play make Kuzma hard to trust in 12-team leagues, but he’s worth keeping in deeper points leagues.

After totaling 19 points, 15 rebounds and seven assists in Milwaukee’s first two games, Kuzma recorded a double-double on Saturday. While there weren’t any defensive stats to speak of, the percentages were good, and those rostering Kuzma will take the points and rebounds. The Bucks play three games during Week 2, starting with the rival Pacers on Monday night.

After coming off the bench in Milwaukee’s preseason opener on Monday, Ware moved into the starting lineup on Wednesday. The former Heat center logged 25 minutes and recorded another double-double, producing more than Kyle Kuzma (DNP on Wednesday) did two nights earlier. Ware’s presence also appeared to unlock Myles Turner, who scored a team-high 19 points in 22 minutes. Keep an eye on head coach Taylor Jenkins’ lineups for the rest of the preseason; Ware and Turner starting together could improve both players’ fantasy values.

While Portis remains out for an 11th consecutive game, Kuzma played 21 minutes off the bench in Friday’s win over the Nets. Taurean Prince and Ousmane Dieng will have added importance within the Bucks’ rotation, and there may be more minutes available to Andre Jackson Jr. off the bench.

Kuzma is back after a two-game absence, and his return is likely to push Taurean Prince to the bench. Prince should still play quality minutes, but he offers a lower ceiling in active fantasy leagues when used in a reserve role.

Turner and Kuz sat out Tuesday’s matchup with Brooklyn, and they’ll both miss the second leg of Milwaukee’s back-to-back set. Jericho Sims and Pete Nance could see significant frontcourt minutes.

Kuzma will be sidelined, which will open up a spot in the starting unit. Taurean Prince and Cormac Ryan should take on larger roles, with one of them sliding into the starting lineup.

Trent will miss a second straight game after injuring his hip during Wednesday’s loss to the Rockets. Kyle Kuzma started Friday’s loss to the Celtics and should remain in that role. While not the most dependable option in category leagues, the Bucks’ many injuries make Kuzma worth the risk.

After missing Wednesday’s game against the Rockets, Kuzma will be back on the floor Friday. He’ll look to duplicate the success he had in his previous return to the floor, earlier in the week against the Mavericks, where he scored 20 points and collected three steals. The veteran forward has the potential to be one of the Bucks’ most productive fantasy performers against the Celtics.