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Xavier Cooks Brayden Burries posts 13/8/4/1 line vs. Celtics
Sun, Nov 8, 2026, 4:29 PM
Brayden Burries recorded 13 points (5-of-11 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), eight rebounds, four assists and one block over 29 minutes in Sunday's loss to the Celtics.
Analysis: Burries has been one of the few bright spots for the rebuilding Bucks this season and is starting to make some noise from a fantasy perspective. He followed up a career-high 21-point performance against the Raptors on Friday with another double-digit scoring effort while also pulling down eight boards as well. Burries is worth a speculative add in deeper fantasy leagues, particularly with the rebuilding Bucks seemingly willing to give him an extended opportunity to develop. |
Paul George Paul George shreds Bucks for 27 points in win
Sun, Nov 8, 2026, 4:24 PM
Paul George amassed a team-high 27 points (11-of-18 FGs), three rebounds, one assist and two steals over 28 minutes to lead the Celtics to a 117-97 win over the Bucks on Sunday.
Analysis: Here's an oversimplification: George has fit seamlessly into Boston's existing nucleus early on this season. He knocked down several difficult shots, including 4-of-6 from three-point range, on his way to a 20-point first half against a rebuilding Milwaukee squad. He posted 16 points in the second quarter alone. The 36-year-old veteran would've put together another monster scoring effort, but he was barely needed in the second half as Boston's extremely deep bench took care of business. The Celtics have a three-game week on tap featuring matchups against the 76ers, Raptors and Mavericks. All eyes will be on the Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum showdown, but George will be taking on his former team for the first time in Philadelphia on Tuesday night. |
Kyle Kuzma Kyle Kuzma scores 27 points in loss to Celtics
Sun, Nov 8, 2026, 4:23 PM
Kyle Kuzma accumulated a team-high 27 points (10-of-17 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), four rebounds, one assist and two blocks over 31 minutes in Sunday's loss to the Celtics.
Analysis: Kuzma came out firing away and never really slowed down, hoisting a team-high 17 shot attempts in this one. He carried Milwaukee offensively in the opening half, scoring 21 points on 8-of-14 shooting, but the Bucks managed just 45 points overall. It certainly didn't help matters that Tyler Herro left the game with an apparent left knee injury midway through the third quarter. He'll continue to have the green light from the moment he steps on the floor, but he doesn't offer enough fantasy appeal to be worthy of a roster spot in shallow mixed leagues. The free-falling Bucks have lost six straight games and are 1-9 overall this season. They have a four-game week coming up that includes matchups against the Knicks, Lakers, Magic and Hawks. |
Jayson Tatum Jayson Tatum hits five triples, scores 21 in win
Sun, Nov 8, 2026, 4:22 PM
Jayson Tatum tallied 21 points (6-of-19 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), four rebounds, six assists, one steal and one block over 29 minutes in Sunday's win over the Bucks.
Analysis: Tatum got off to a sizzling-hot start, shredding a lackluster Milwaukee squad for 16 first-quarter points. He was able to shift into cruise control as Boston built a 13-point halftime advantage. It wasn't a particularly efficient shooting performance as he went just 1-of-8 from inside the arc, but knocked down 5-of-11 from long range. He wasn't really needed in the second half as Boston's extremely deep bench was able to take care of business against a struggling Milwaukee squad that lost Tyler Herro midway through the third quarter. The Celtics have a three-game week on tap featuring matchups against the 76ers, Raptors and Mavericks. All eyes will be on the highly-anticipated Tatum and Jaylen Brown matchup on Tuesday night. |
Day'Ron Sharpe Day'Ron Sharpe records four 'stocks' vs. Dallas
Sun, Nov 8, 2026, 4:19 PM
Day'Ron Sharpe produced six points (2-of-5 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), four rebounds, six assists, two steals and two blocks in Sunday's loss to the Mavericks.
Analysis: The good news is that Sharpe provided solid defensive contributions and assists on Sunday. However, the lackluster scoring production continues, with the center failing to crack double figures in points for the seventh time in 10 games. Sharpe's role as Brooklyn's starting center makes him challenging to move on from in 12-team leagues. However, he may be a âbuy lowâ candidate for managers willing to overlook the lack of scoring. But don't look to acquire Sharpe this week, as the Nets only play two games in Week 4. |
Julius Randle Julius Randle records 13/4/4 stat line, one block
Sun, Nov 8, 2026, 4:18 PM
Julius Randle tallied 13 points (5-of-10 FGs, 3-of-6 FTs), four rebounds, four assists and one block in Sunday's loss to the Mavericks.
Analysis: Randle's ten field-goal attempts and 13 points were the second-fewest he's recorded in a game in those categories this season. His assist production was decent, but those rostering Randle likely hoped for more in the final game of the week. More troubling for fantasy managers is the Nets' upcoming schedule, as they're one of two teams that play just two games next week. |
Michael Porter Jr. Michael Porter Jr. hits four triples vs. Dallas
Sun, Nov 8, 2026, 4:16 PM
Michael Porter Jr. recorded 19 points (5-of-15 FGs, 5-of-7 FTs), nine rebounds, one steal and four three-pointers in Sunday's loss to the Mavericks.
Analysis: Eleven of Porter's 15 shot attempts came from beyond the arc on Sunday, and a 1-of-4 night from two helped lower his overall field-goal percentage. MPJ has scored at least 20 points in six of his 10 games, and he's made multiple three-pointers in nine of 10 games. Even with Sunday's low field-goal percentage, Porter is still providing top-50 fantasy value, exceeding his preseason ADP. The bad news for fantasy managers is that the Nets play two games next week, starting with the Pelicans on Wednesday. |
Santi Aldama Santi Aldama scores 12 points in 15 minutes
Sun, Nov 8, 2026, 4:16 PM
Santi Aldama amassed 12 points (5-of-7 FGs), two rebounds, one steal and two three-pointers in Sunday's win over the Nets.
Analysis: Making his second appearance for the Mavericks, Aldama played 15 minutes and scored in double figures for the first time in a Mavericks uniform. His ability to step away from the basket and hit shots gives the Mavericks a dimension their other bigs don't bring. Getting the minutes needed to provide consistent fantasy value may be a challenge because of Dallas' frontcourt depth, but Aldama should be a fixture in the rotation. |
Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford posts 18 points, three blocks
Sun, Nov 8, 2026, 4:14 PM
Daniel Gafford accounted for 18 points (7-of-8 FGs, 4-of-6 FTs), five rebounds, two assists and three blocks in Sunday's win over the Nets.
Analysis: Gafford played 19 minutes on Sunday, and none during the fourth quarter. That was enough time for the veteran center to do what fantasy managers expect: shoot a high percentage from the field and block a few shots. While the Mavericks have options behind Gafford, including rookie Morez Johnson Jr. (4/9/1 in 19 minutes), those rostering DG don't have much to worry about until Dereck Lively II is cleared to return from his foot injury. |
Kyrie Irving Kyrie Irving finishes blowout win with 21 points
Sun, Nov 8, 2026, 4:14 PM
Kyrie Irving tallied 21 points (9-of-15 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), three rebounds, four assists, one steal and two three-pointers in Sunday's win over the Nets.
Analysis: Irving played 29 minutes on Sunday, sitting the entire fourth quarter because Dallas held a large lead. The Mavericks guard has scored at least 21 points in four of his eight appearances this season and continues to strengthen his chemistry with Cooper Flagg. Unfortunately for those rostering Irving, Week 4 could be tough. The Mavericks host the Pacers on Monday, then play another back-to-back on Saturday and Sunday. Irving managers may not get more than two games of production. |
LaMelo Ball LaMelo Ball tallies 24 points in win over Jazz
Sun, Nov 8, 2026, 3:42 PM
LaMelo Ball delivered 24 points (10-of-20 FGs), three rebounds, five assists and two steals over 30 minutes to propel the Timberwolves to a 115-100 victory over the Jazz on Sunday.
Analysis: Ball attempted 11 shots in the first half and finished with 20 overall, continuing to assume a larger offensive role for Minnesota with franchise cornerstone Anthony Edwards sidelined while recovering from arthroscopic surgery on his right knee. The polarizing 25-year-old guard has eclipsed 20 points in five of his last six games since October 30. The Timberwolves have just two games next week with both coming at home against the Mavericks and Bulls, respectively. |
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Xavier Cooks Darryn Peterson erupts for 26 points vs. T-Wolves
Sun, Nov 8, 2026, 3:42 PM
Darryn Peterson exploded for a season-high 26 points (11-of-21 FGs), six rebounds, four assists and one steal over 35 minutes in Sunday's loss to the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Peterson, the second-overall pick from last year's NBA Draft, shot 50 percent from three-point range, burying a season-high four triples in his best offensive performance of his young career. The 19-year-old prodigy possesses a virtually unlimited ceiling from a talent standpoint, but fantasy managers should expect some inconsistency as he acclimates to playing at the highest level. It's worth noting that he could see an uptick in usage if Keyonte George winds up missing time after exiting this contest with a right ankle injury. The Jazz have lost eight consecutive games and are just 1-9 overall this season. They have a four-game week on tap that features challenging showdowns against the Heat, Magic, Rockets and Spurs. |
Ayo Dosunmu Ayo Dosunmu drops 26 points in win over Jazz
Sun, Nov 8, 2026, 3:40 PM
Ayo Dosunmu recorded a team-high 26 points (7-of-13 FGs, 8-of-8 FTs), four rebounds, one assist and two steals over 30 minutes in Sunday's win over the Jazz.
Analysis: Dosunmu has been thrust into a larger role for Minnesota, eclipsing 20 points in five of seven games since they lost Anthony Edwards to a knee injury last month. The 26-year-old guard knocked down 4-of-5 from three-point range and got to the free throw line frequently as the Timberwolves were able to pull away for a relatively easy win against the lowly Jazz. He'll continue to have opportunities to create on the offensive end of the floor while Edwards is on the shelf for at least a couple additional weeks. |
Rudy Gobert Rudy Gobert posts 15 rebounds in win over Jazz
Sun, Nov 8, 2026, 3:40 PM
Rudy Gobert notched a double-double with 10 points (4-of-4 FGs, 2-of-4 FTs), 15 rebounds and two assists over 31 minutes in a win over the Jazz on Sunday.
Analysis: Gobert came back to haunt his former organization, hauling in 15 rebounds for the third time this season. The 34-year-old big man isn't much of a scoring threat outside of the occasional lob or putback, but he remains an extremely impactful fantasy contributor thanks to his elite rebounding prowess. The Timberwolves have just two games next week with both coming at home against the Mavericks and Bulls, respectively. |
Keyonte George Keyonte George (ankle) will not return Sunday
Sun, Nov 8, 2026, 3:22 PM
Utah Jazz
Keyonte George (ankle) will not return to Sunday's game against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: George sprained his right ankle early in the third quarter and has since returned to the locker room. With their starting point guard done for the night, the Jazz will rely more on Isaiah Collier and Darryn Peterson. |
Quentin Grimes X-rays negative for Quentin Grimes (finger)
Sun, Nov 8, 2026, 3:03 PM
Dan Woike
X-rays on Quentin Grimes' finger came back negative, Lakers head coach JJ Redick said after Sunday's win over the Pistons.
Analysis: Starting for Luka Don?i? (back), Grimes left Sunday's game during the fourth quarter after banging his finger. The good news is that X-rays came back negative. Fantasy managers should consider Grimes questionable for Monday's game against the Hawks. If Don?i? is available, Grimes will come off the bench. |
Austin Reaves Austin Reaves scores 43 with Luka Don?i? out
Sun, Nov 8, 2026, 2:45 PM
Austin Reaves exploded for a season-high 43 points (14-of-27 FGs, 11-of-11 FTs), five rebounds and four assists over 37 minutes to power the Lakers to a 121-116 win over the Pistons on Sunday.
Analysis: No Luka Don?i?, no problem. Reaves picked up the slack from a creation standpoint with the current MVP frontrunner sidelined by a back issue in this one. Don?i? entered the contest averaging a league-best 40.1 points per game, leaving a significant void for the Lakers to fill. It wasn't an issue for Reaves, who embraced the expanded offensive responsibilities, repeatedly getting to his spots and making Detroit pay in one-on-one situations from the mid-range. He poured in a team-high 19 first-half points to give Los Angeles a 13-point advantage at the break before tacking on 12 more in the third quarter alone. He drilled a crowd-silencing stepback three-pointer to give Los Angeles an eight-point lead in the final minute. It's abundantly clear that his fantasy appeal rises exponentially whenever Don?i? is out of the lineup. The Lakers continue their current road trip with a three-game week that includes showdowns against the Hawks, Bucks and Suns. |
Walker Kessler Walker Kessler pulls down 16 boards in victory
Sun, Nov 8, 2026, 2:41 PM
Walker Kessler recorded a double-double with 12 points (5-of-10 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), 16 rebounds, four assists, one steal and three blocks over 29 minutes in Sunday's win over the Pistons.
Analysis: The 16 boards were a season-high for Kessler as he recorded his fifth double-digit rebounding performance of his Lakers debut, taking advantage of the absence of Detroit's powerful center Jalen Duren, who remains out with a hamstring injury. He's notched all five of those efforts over his last six games since October 30. He came up with a key offensive rebound and converted a three-point play to give the Lakers a commanding eight-point advantage with just over two minutes left in regulation. The Lakers have a three-game week on tap that includes matchups against the Hawks, Bucks and Suns. |
Kevin Huerter Kevin Huerter posts 24/4/5/2/5 line vs. Lakers
Sun, Nov 8, 2026, 2:38 PM
Kevin Huerter went off for 24 points (9-of-14 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), four rebounds, five assists, two steals and five blocks over 35 minutes off the bench in Sunday's loss to the Lakers.
Analysis: Huerter provided a significant spark off Detroit's bench, helping the Pistons claw back from a nearly 30-point deficit with 10 points in the third quarter. His most impressive moment of the period, however, came as a facilitator rather than a scorer, as he threaded a nifty no-look, over-the-shoulder pass to teammate Daniss Jenkins for a corner three. He also posted an unexpected five blocks as well. His sublime all-around effort helped make up for an off-night for franchise building block Cade Cunningham, who was held scoreless in the first half and finished with just 14 points. The Pistons have a three-game week on tap that features a pair of matchups against the lowly Wizards before a road tilt against the Heat. |
Cade Cunningham Cade Cunningham held to 14 points against Lakers
Sun, Nov 8, 2026, 2:37 PM
Cade Cunningham totaled 14 points (6-of-15 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), four rebounds, eight assists and two steals across 38 minutes in Sunday's loss to the Lakers.
Analysis: Cunningham was held without a basket in the first half as he cobbled together an uncharacteristically poor shooting performance, finishing just 1-of-6 from three-point range. He managed to somewhat salvage the effort from a fantasy perspective by still getting to double digits while also dishing out eight assists. He'll attempt to get back on track when the Pistons kick off a three-game week with a pair of matchups against the lowly Wizards before facing the Heat in a road tilt. |
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