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Jaden Hardy Jaden Hardy has 22 points off the bench vs. Magic
Thu, Mar 27, 2025, 3:52 PM
Jaden Hardy had 22 points (7-of-12 FGs), three rebounds and five three-pointers against the Magic on Thursday.
Analysis: Hardy only played 20 minutes with Brandon Williams (back) available Thursday. The 22-year-old point guard was very efficient as he had 22 points on 12 shots including five made-three pointers. Hardy has scored at least 20 points in 2-of-7 games in March, but hasn't played more than 25 minutes in any of those games. He's only usable when the Mavericks are missing players that would necessitate him seeing more minutes. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis has 15 points in win over Magic
Thu, Mar 27, 2025, 3:51 PM
Anthony Davis had 15 points (5-of-19 FGs), seven rebounds, two assists, one steal and one three-pointer in the Mavericks' 101-92 victory over the Magic on Thursday.
Analysis: Davis played 29 minutes, but this game was somewhat of a clunker for the 32-year-old power forward. He had 15 points on 19 shots as he struggled on offense. Davis was able to pull down seven rebounds and contribute one steal on the defensive end, but it's clear the big man is still rusty in just his second game back from a long layoff. Davis figures to continue playing on a minutes limit for the time being. |
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Kai Jones Kai Jones (back) will not return vs. Orlando
Thu, Mar 27, 2025, 1:51 PM
Cody Taylor
Kai Jones (back) will not return to Thursday's game against the Magic.
Analysis: Jones has been a consistent starter for Dallas when healthy, but he won't be available for the remainder of Thursday's game. Dwight Powell and Kessler Edwards should make up for his absence, with Anthony Davis also seeing extra minutes at center. |
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Anthony Davis DAL starting Dinwiddie, Klay, Naji, AD, Jones
Thu, Mar 27, 2025, 12:53 PM
Dallas Mavericks
Spencer Dinwiddie, Klay Thompson, Naji Marshall, Anthony Davis and Kai Jones will start against the Magic on Thursday.
Analysis: AD is back after sitting out the second night of the Mavs' back-to-back on Thursday. However, with PJ Washington sidelined for a second-straight game, Naji Marshall will remain in the starting unit. Kessler Edwards will return to playing a reserve role, which will eliminate the streaming value that he held. |
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Caleb Martin Caleb Martin (hip) available vs. Orlando Thursday
Thu, Mar 27, 2025, 11:39 AM
NBA Injury Report
Caleb Martin (hip) has been upgraded to available to play against the Magic on Thursday.
Analysis: Martin will be back after a five game absence, and he should slot into a reserve role. However, with Anthony Davis and PJ Washington healthy, and Naji Marshall in front of him on the depth chart, Martin won't see the minutes necessary to make him worthy of a roster spot. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis (groin) available vs. Orlando
Thu, Mar 27, 2025, 11:36 AM
NBA Injury Report
Anthony Davis (groin) is available to play against the Magic on Thursday.
Analysis: As expected, AD will be back in the lineup after sitting out against New York on Tuesday, which was the second night of a back-to-back. Davis will return to his normal spot in the starting unit, which will send Naji Marshall back to playing a significant reserve role. AD will continue to play on a minutes restriction of 24-28 minutes. |
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Brandon Williams Brandon Williams (back) available Thursday vs. ORL
Thu, Mar 27, 2025, 11:34 AM
Mavs PR
Brandon Williams (back) is available for Thursday's game against the Magic.
Analysis: Williams is dealing with some low back tightness, but is available despite his questionable listing. He had 22 points in 28 minutes against the Knicks on Tuesday. |
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Anthony Davis Stein: Anthony Davis (groin) expected back Thurs.
Thu, Mar 27, 2025, 7:56 AM
Marc Stein
NBA insider Marc Stein reports that Anthony Davis (groin) is expected to play in Thursday's game against the Magic.
Analysis: The status update for Davis is unsurprising. He was held out of Tuesday's loss to the Knicks because that was Dallas' second game in as many nights. His return will push Naji Marshall to the bench. However, due to the Mavericks' lack of depth, Marshall will continue to figure prominently in the rotation. He's worth holding onto for the rest of the season. |
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Kyrie Irving Kyrie Irving undergoes surgery to repair torn ACL
Thu, Mar 27, 2025, 4:06 AM
Dallas Mavericks
The Mavericks announced Wednesday that Kyrie Irving (knee) underwent knee surgery to repair his torn ACL.
Analysis: Irving tore the ACL in his left knee during a March 3 game against the Kings, ending his 2024-25 season. According to the team, the procedure to repair the torn ligament took place on Wednesday and was successful. A timeline for a return to basketball remains unknown, and complicating Irving's situation is that he can be a free agent this summer. Fantasy managers should operate under the assumption that he will not be ready when the 2025-26 season begins in October. |
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Caleb Martin Caleb Martin, Brandon Williams questionable Thurs.
Wed, Mar 26, 2025, 11:38 AM
NBA Injury Report
Caleb Martin (hip) and Brandon Williams (back) are questionable for Thursday's game against the Magic.
Analysis: Martin has missed Dallas' last five games with a hip injury. While his absence has left the team shorthanded on the wing, it has not impacted fantasy basketball. Williams most recently played 28 minutes in Tuesday's loss to the Knicks. His absence would have a more significant impact, as the Mavericks guard has offered 10th-round value in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis (groin) questionable Thursday
Wed, Mar 26, 2025, 11:35 AM
NBA Injury Report
Anthony Davis (groin) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Magic.
Analysis: Davis did not play in Tuesday's loss to the Knicks, Dallas' second game in as many nights. If he does return on Thursday, Naji Marshall will likely drop to the bench. However, given the current state of the Mavericks' rotation, managers who have Marshall rostered should hold onto him. |
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Spencer Dinwiddie Spencer Dinwiddie dishes out seven assists vs. NYK
Tue, Mar 25, 2025, 4:16 PM
Spencer Dinwiddie logged 35 minutes in Tuesday's loss to the Knicks, scoring 13 points (4-of-11 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), four rebounds, seven assists, two blocks and two three-pointers.
Analysis: Dinwiddie has dished out at least seven assists in five straight games and hit double figures in scoring in eight straight. Rostered in 50 percent of Yahoo! leagues, the Mavericks' guard has provided excellent value in recent games. Over the past two weeks, Dinwiddie has provided top-75 value in eight- and nine-cat formats. After years of being challenging to trust in fantasy leagues, Dallas' depleted roster has considerably raised Dinwiddie's fantasy ceiling. With the Mavericks still in contention for a play-in spot, fantasy managers needing assists should roster Spencer. |
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Brandon Williams Brandon Williams chips in with 22 points vs. NYK
Tue, Mar 25, 2025, 4:16 PM
Brandon Williams accumulated 22 points (7-of-11 FGs, 7-of-8 FTs), one rebound, three assists, two blocks and one three-pointer in 28 minutes in Tuesday's loss to the Knicks.
Analysis: Williams has reached double figures in eight of his last nine games, providing consistent scoring whether he's starting or coming off the bench. Over the past three weeks, the Mavericks guard has provided sixth-round value in nine-cat formats. The issue for Williams is his status as a two-way player, as he is closing in on being active for 50 games. Unless Dallas were to ink him to a standard contract, and they would have to waive someone to make this happen, Williams is difficult to trust in standard leagues. Speaking of the 50-game limit, Kessler Edwards (four rebounds in 18 minutes) hit that number on Tuesday. |
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Naji Marshall Naji Marshall goes off for career-high 38 points
Tue, Mar 25, 2025, 4:15 PM
Naji Marshall finished Tuesday's loss to the Knicks with 38 points (17-of-25 FGs, 3-of-5 FTs), seven rebounds, one assist, one steal and one three-pointer in 38 minutes.
Analysis: Marshall was outstanding during the first half of Tuesday's game, making the Knicks pay regardless of who was guarding him. The Mavericks forward shot 13-of-15 from the field and scored 28 points. Marshall's 13 field goals tied him for the most in a half against the Knicks with LeBron James, Luka Doncic and Kobe Bryant. Naji would finish with a career-high 38 on 68 percent shooting from the field. Marshall will likely return to the bench on Thursday in Orlando since Anthony Davis (groin) will be available. However, given the current state of the Mavericks' roster, he needs to be held in 12-team leagues. |
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Kessler Edwards DAL starting Dinwiddie, Klay, Edwards, Naji, Jones
Tue, Mar 25, 2025, 1:15 PM
NBA Lineups
Spencer Dinwiddie, Klay Thompson, Kessler Edwards, Naji Marshall and Kai Jones will start Tuesday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: The Mavericks are without PJ Washington and Anthony Davis, opening up two spots in the starting lineup. While Marshall has been worth rostering in standard leagues whether he starts or comes off the bench, that has not been the case for Edwards. Also, with this being the 50th game Edwards has been active for this season, this may be his last appearance in a Mavericks uniform unless he's given a standard contract. |
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P.J. Washington PJ Washington out, Brandon Williams in vs. NYK
Tue, Mar 25, 2025, 12:10 PM
Grant Afseth
PJ Washington (ankle) has been ruled out of Tuesday's matchup with the Knicks, and Brandon Williams (back) is available.
Analysis: Washington's absence should mean increased playing time for Naji Marshall. Williams should see meaningful minutes and is worth streaming if you need him. He's averaged 16.9 points, 4.0 rebounds and 4.8 assists across 26.9 minutes over his last eight games, including two starts. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis, Caleb Martin out vs. Knicks Tuesday
Tue, Mar 25, 2025, 7:45 AM
NBA Injury Report
Anthony Davis (adductor) and Caleb Martin (hip) have been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: Davis is out after returning for one game against the Nets, while Martin is set to miss his sixth-straight game. Naji Marshall has a clear path to start and ramp up his minutes against the Knicks on Tuesday with both of these forwards out of commission. |
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P.J. Washington PJ Washington, Brandon Williams questionable Tues.
Tue, Mar 25, 2025, 7:41 AM
NBA Injury Report
PJ Washington (ankle) and Brandon Williams (back) are questionable for Tuesday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: Washington has been one of the Mavericks' most productive scorers since returning from injury, while Brandon Williams has been demoted to a bench role. Naji Marshall could be poised to return to the starting lineup if Washington and Davis are ruled out. Jaden Hardy could benefit from Williams missing some time. |
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Naji Marshall Naji Marshall scores game-high 22 points in win
Mon, Mar 24, 2025, 4:14 PM
Naji Marshall shot 9-of-15 from the field and 2-of-2 from the foul line in Monday's win over the Nets, accumulating 22 points, four rebounds, two assists and two three-pointers in 27 minutes.
Analysis: Anthony Davis' return to the Mavericks' lineup consigned Marshall to the bench on Monday. The good news for fantasy managers is that the shift did not harm Naji's productivity. With Davis likely to sit out Tuesday's game against the Knicks, Marshall is a safe bet to return to the starting lineup. He's rostered in 58 percent of Yahoo! leagues, and managers in standard leagues where Marshall is available should strongly consider streaming him. |
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Spencer Dinwiddie Spencer Dinwiddie dishes out 12 assists vs. BKN
Mon, Mar 24, 2025, 4:13 PM
Spencer Dinwiddie accounted for 16 points (7-of-10 FGs), one rebound, 12 assists, four steals and two three-pointers in 29 minutes in Monday's win over the Nets.
Analysis: Given his fantasy basketball track record, Dinwiddie wasn't a lock to provide reliable fantasy value once inserted into the Mavericks starting lineup on March 19. However, the veteran point guard has made the most of his opportunity. Over the past week, Dinwiddie has provided first-round value in nine-cat formats and top-20 in eight-cat. While he can be a risky fantasy play, Spencer is on a heater and should be rostered for the rest of Week 21. |
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