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Naji Marshall Naji Marshall finishes defeat with 13 points
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 3:27 PM
Naji Marshall recorded 13 points (6-of-12 FGs), one rebound, three assists and one three-pointer in Friday's loss to the Celtics.
Analysis: While his role makes Marshall a player worth rolling the dice on in fantasy leagues, his value has been ranked outside of the top-200 since the All-Star break. Against the Celtics, Marshall shot 50 percent from the field and dished out a few assists, but the overall production was underwhelming. He'll look to end Week 19 on a high note when the Mavericks visit the Raptors on Sunday. |
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Klay Thompson Klay Thompson hits five triples, scores 19 points
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 3:26 PM
Klay Thompson accounted for 19 points (7-of-13 FGs), one assist and five three-pointers in Friday's loss to the Celtics.
Analysis: Outside of the points and three-pointers, Thompson's stat line was incredibly lean. That said, those who are still rostering the veteran wing do so explicitly for the points and triples. Thompson is a deep-league option at best, and that's if he isn't down at some point before the end of the regular season. |
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Dwight Powell DAL starts Flagg, Christie, Middleton, P.J. Powell
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 12:41 PM
NBA Lineups
Cooper Flagg, Max Christie, Khris Middleton, P.J. Washington and Dwight Powell will start Friday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: The Mavericks are without Daniel Gafford and Marvin Bagley III for Friday's game, so Powell will be the starting center. While he offers a limited fantasy ceiling, the veteran forward/center will play plenty due to Dallas's lack of interior depth. |
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Klay Thompson Klay Thompson (groin) upgraded to available
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 11:43 AM
Dallas Mavericks
Klay Thompson (groin) is available for Friday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: Thompson is good to go after initially being questionable with an adductor injury. This will be the first time that the veteran wing has been available for both games of a back-to-back since mid-January. |
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Brandon Williams Brandon Williams (quad) available Friday
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 11:40 AM
Brandon Williams (quad) is available for Friday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: Williams is back after missing Thursday's loss to the Magic with a quad injury. The 26-year-old should have a normal workload as a reserve guard. |
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Marvin Bagley Marvin Bagley III (neck) out Friday vs. Celtics
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 11:37 AM
Marvin Bagley III (neck) is out for Friday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: Bagley is set to miss his fifth consecutive game with a neck injury and there's no timetable for his return. With Daniel Gafford (ankle) also out Friday, Dwight Powell and P.J. Washington should see additional minutes at center. |
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Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford (ankle) out Friday vs. Celtics
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 11:34 AM
Daniel Gafford (ankle) is out for Friday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: Gafford is missing the second game of a back-to-back as he continues to manage an ankle injury. With Marvin Bagley III (neck) also out, expect P.J. Washington and Dwight Powell to see additional minutes at center. |
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Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford, Marvin Bagley III doubtful
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 9:15 AM
NBA Injury Report
Daniel Gafford (ankle) and Marvin Bagley III (neck) are doubtful for Friday's matchup with the Celtics.
Analysis: Bagley III is still working his way back from a neck strain, and he's likely to miss a fifth straight contest. Gafford will get the night off for the second leg of Dallas' back-to-back set, which isn't too surprising. With both bigs expected to miss this one, expect Dwight Powell and P.J. Washington to see additional run. |
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Brandon Williams Brandon Williams (quad) probable Friday vs. Boston
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 9:05 AM
NBA Injury Report
Brandon Williams (quad) is probable for Friday's matchup with the Celtics.
Analysis: Williams sat out Thursday's narrow loss to the Magic, but he'll be back for the second leg of Dallas' back-to-back set. He should handle his typical workload in the Mavs' rotation. |
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Khris Middleton Khris Middleton records 19 points, seven assists
Thu, Mar 5, 2026, 3:52 PM
Khris Middleton accumulated 19 points (7-of-15 FGs, 4-of-5 FTs), two rebounds, seven assists and one three-pointer in Thursday's loss to the Magic.
Analysis: While Middleton was responsible for six turnovers, the overall production made up for subpar showings in his prior two games. The veteran forward led all Mavericks starters with 19 points, and the seven assists matched his high in a Dallas uniform. While Middleton did play both games of the Mavs' most recent back-to-back, he was limited to 19 minutes in the second game, a February 27 loss to the Grizzlies. |
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Klay Thompson Klay Thompson leads Mavericks with 24 points
Thu, Mar 5, 2026, 3:51 PM
Klay Thompson accounted for 24 points (7-of-12 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), four rebounds, one assist, one steal and seven three-pointers in Thursday's loss to the Magic.
Analysis: Thompson had a big night in Orlando, hitting a season-high seven three-pointers on 12 attempts. The 24 points were two shy of his season-high, with the Mavericks' wing recording his first 20-point game since January 17. Thompson played 26 minutes on Thursday, and it's not guaranteed he'll be available for Friday's game against the Celtics. If Klay sits, AJ Johnson could re-enter the rotation after picking up a DNP-CD on Thursday. |
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P.J. Washington P.J. Washington records 18 points, conplete line
Thu, Mar 5, 2026, 3:51 PM
P.J. Washington accounted for 18 points (4-of-7 FGs, 7-of-9 FTs), five rebounds, one assist, two steals, one block and three three-pointers in Thursday's loss to the Magic.
Analysis: Two nights removed from playing 28 minutes in his first game back from a sprained ankle that sidelined him for three contests, Washington played 33 minutes without issue on Thursday. The Mavericks' forward, who recorded a complete stat line, has averaged 15.8 points, 6.4 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.0 steals, 0.6 blocks and 1.6 three-pointers per game since the All-Star break. |
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Brandon Williams Brandon Williams (quad) ruled out vs. Orlando
Thu, Mar 5, 2026, 11:50 AM
Mavs PR
Brandon Williams (quad) has been ruled out against the Magic on Thursday.
Analysis: Williams was downgraded to questionable earlier in the day and has now officially been ruled out. The returns of Cooper Flagg and Naji Marshall could've bumped Williams to the bench regardless, but if they opt for a traditional point guard in the starting unit, Ryan Nembhard would be next in line, and he should see extra minutes regardless. |
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Klay Thompson Klay Thompson (adductor) upgraded to available
Thu, Mar 5, 2026, 11:49 AM
Dallas Mavericks
Klay Thompson (adductor) is available for Thursday's game against the Magic.
Analysis: Thompson is back after a one-game absence. While his return likely means fewer minutes for AJ Johnson, this change to the Mavericks' rotation does not affect fantasy basketball. |
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Naji Marshall Naji Marshall (finger) upgraded to available
Thu, Mar 5, 2026, 11:47 AM
Dallas Mavericks
Naji Marshall (finger) is available for Thursday's game against the Magic.
Analysis: Marshall is good to go after missing Dallas's last two games with a right finger contusion. With Cooper Flagg making his return from a foot injury, Marshall may be used in a reserve role on Thursday. However, he should get the minutes needed to provide solid fantasy value in deeper leagues. |
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Brandon Williams Williams downgraded to questionable on Thursday
Thu, Mar 5, 2026, 8:06 AM
Brandon Williams (quad) has been downgraded to questionable for Thursday's game against the Magic.
Analysis: Williams had been listed as probable, so the downgrade is not the best news. The Mavericks will also play on Friday night, so the team could sit Williams for the first leg of a back-to-back. If they do, the Mavericks would likely start Ryan Nembhard and give AJ Johnson more minutes. |
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Klay Thompson Klay Thompson (adductor) probable vs. Orlando
Wed, Mar 4, 2026, 9:45 AM
NBA Injury Report
Klay Thompson (adductor) is probable to play against the Magic on Thursday.
Analysis: Thompson is expected to return following a one-game absence. AJ Johnson will lose out on minutes, but Thompson hasn't played a significant enough role this season for this to drastically alter fantasy lineups. |
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Marvin Bagley Marvin Bagley (neck) remains out vs. Orlando
Wed, Mar 4, 2026, 9:42 AM
NBA Injury Report
Marvin Bagley III (neck) has been ruled out against the Magic on Thursday.
Analysis: This will be a fourth straight absence for Bagley, with no end in sight. Daniel Gafford will continue to operate as the starting center, with Dwight Powell filling out the backup minutes. |
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Brandon Williams Brandon Williams (quad) probable vs. Orlando
Wed, Mar 4, 2026, 9:40 AM
NBA Injury Report
Brandon Williams (quad) is probable to play against the Magic on Thursday.
Analysis: Williams is managing a quad contusion, but it isn't expected to keep him sidelined against Orlando. He has scored in double figures in 14 of his last 15 games and will look to stay hot in that one. |
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Naji Marshall Naji Marshall (finger) probable vs. Orlando
Wed, Mar 4, 2026, 9:37 AM
NBA Injury Report
Naji Marshall (finger) is probable to play against the Magic on Thursday.
Analysis: Marshall is expected to return following a two-game absence. Cooper Flagg (foot) is questionable, so Marshall's spot in the starting unit will likely be dependent on Flagg's availability for this game. |
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