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Brandon Williams Brandon Williams (head) will not return vs. NOR
Mon, Mar 16, 2026, 3:42 PM
Dallas Mavericks
Brandon Williams (head) will not return to Monday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis: Williams played just five minutes before having to leave Monday's game after taking a shot to the side of the head. Starting point guard Ryan Nembhard may see his playing time increase with Williams done for the night, giving his value a slight boost. |
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Caleb Martin Caleb Martin (foot) questionable Monday vs. NOR
Mon, Mar 16, 2026, 9:06 AM
NBA Injury Report
Caleb Martin (foot) is questionable for Monday's matchup with the Pelicans.
Analysis: Martin is a late addition to the injury report, and he could sit out the second leg of Dallas' back-to-back set. If that happens, more minutes should be available for Khris Middleton, Naji Marshall and Brandon Williams. |
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Klay Thompson Klay Thompson (rest) doubtful vs. Pelicans
Mon, Mar 16, 2026, 8:56 AM
NBA Injury Report
Klay Thompson (rest) is doubtful for Monday's matchup with the Pelicans.
Analysis: Thompson sat out Sunday, and he's expected to miss both legs of Dallas' back-to-back set. His absence won't have a significant impact on fantasy basketball, given Thompson's role with the rebuilding Mavs. |
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Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford (illness) doubtful Monday vs. Pels
Mon, Mar 16, 2026, 8:50 AM
NBA Injury Report
Daniel Gafford (illness) is doubtful for Monday's matchup with the Pelicans.
Analysis: Gafford is expected to miss a third straight game, and Marvin Bagley III could see an uptick in playing time as a result. Bagley III started the first of Gafford's absences and came off the bench in his last game out. Dallas may go with P.J. Washington at center again, giving Washington a boost against New Orleans. |
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P.J. Washington P.J. Washington (ankle) plays 32 minutes in return
Sun, Mar 15, 2026, 12:05 PM
P.J. Washington accumulated 20 points (8-of-16 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), 11 rebounds, two assists, five steals, one block and three three-pointers in Sunday's win over the Cavaliers.
Analysis: After sitting out Friday's loss to the Cavaliers, Washington was one of the difference-makers in Sunday's rematch. Not only did he record his first 20-point game since February 22, but he also finished with his first 20-point double-double since mid-December. Add in the defensive stats, headlined by five steals, and this was an excellent end to Week 20 for Washington. However, with the Mavericks playing on Monday, a three-game Week 21 could be two for P.J. |
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Naji Marshall Naji Marshall records 25/5/7/1 line vs. Cleveland
Sun, Mar 15, 2026, 12:04 PM
Naji Marshall finished Sunday's win over the Cavaliers with 25 points (8-of-12 FGs, 8-of-8 FTs), five rebounds, seven assists, one steal and one three-pointer.
Analysis: Marshall was one of three Mavericks starters in double figures as they avenged Friday's loss to the Cavaliers. While his scoring output was excellent, fantasy managers with Marshall on their rosters will also be pleased with the rebounds and assists. He hasn't been the best category-league option, but Naji's role has made him worth the risk in 12-team leagues. The Mavericks begin a three-game Week 21 on Monday in New Orleans. |
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P.J. Washington DAL starts Nembhard, Max, Flagg, Marshall, P.J.
Sun, Mar 15, 2026, 9:10 AM
Dallas Mavericks
Ryan Nembhard, Max Christie, Cooper Flagg, Naji Marshall and P.J. Washington will start Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Washington is back after missing Friday's loss to the Cavaliers. However, he replaces Marvin Bagley III in the starting lineup, serving as the small-ball center. Nembhard gets another start, which is good news for those who streamed him on Friday. |
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Caleb Martin Caleb Martin (finger) upgraded to available
Sun, Mar 15, 2026, 8:24 AM
Dallas Mavericks
Caleb Martin (finger) is available for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Martin is good to go after initially being listed as probable. While he may pick up a few more minutes off the bench, his availability does not affect fantasy basketball. |
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Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford, Klay Thompson out vs. Cleveland
Sun, Mar 15, 2026, 8:17 AM
Dallas Mavericks
Daniel Gafford (illness) and Klay Thompson (rest) are out for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: While Thompson's absence does not affect fantasy basketball, Gafford's absence means Marvin Bagley III will remain in the starting lineup. Bagley is worth streaming as long as he's allowed to start. |
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P.J. Washington P.J. Washington (ankle) upgraded to probable
Sun, Mar 15, 2026, 4:01 AM
NBA Injury Report
P.J. Washington (ankle) is probable for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Washington is on track to play after sitting out Friday's loss to the Cavaliers. His return would likely push Ryan Nembhard to the bench, eliminating most of the rookie's streaming value. |
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Caleb Martin Caleb Martin (finger) probable vs. Cleveland
Sat, Mar 14, 2026, 10:41 AM
NBA Injury Report
Caleb Martin (finger) is probable for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Martin is back on the injury report due to a sprained finger on his right hand, but the probable tag suggests that he'll be available. While the veteran forward provides depth on the wing, especially with Klay Thompson (rest) unlikely to play, there isn't much to gain in fantasy leagues from rostering Martin. |
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Klay Thompson Klay Thompson (rest) doubtful vs. Cleveland
Sat, Mar 14, 2026, 10:37 AM
NBA Injury Report
Klay Thompson (rest) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: After sitting out Thursday's win over the Grizzlies, Thompson returned on Friday and played 16 minutes in a loss to the Cavaliers. Sunday's rematch is the first of two games in as many nights for the Mavericks, so the veteran guard is likely to miss at least one. |
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Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford (illness) doubtful vs. Cleveland
Sat, Mar 14, 2026, 10:35 AM
NBA Injury Report
Daniel Gafford (illness) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Gafford did not play in Friday's loss to the Cavaliers, and he's on track to miss Sunday's rematch as well. Marvin Bagley III would get a second consecutive start, and he would be someone worth streaming for Sunday's action. |
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P.J. Washington P.J. Washington, Daniel Gafford downgraded to out
Fri, Mar 13, 2026, 12:26 PM
NBA Injury Report
P.J. Washington (ankle) and Daniel Gafford (rest) are out for Friday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: The Mavericks will be down two frontcourt starters for Friday's game, as Washington and Gafford will not play the second game of the team's back-to-back. Marvin Bagley III and Khris Middleton are potential replacements in the starting lineup, and both players would receive boosts to their fantasy values if promoted. |
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Naji Marshall Naji Marshall (foot) upgraded to available
Fri, Mar 13, 2026, 12:15 PM
NBA Injury Report
Naji Marshall (foot) is available for Friday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Marshall is good to go after initially being listed as questionable. With P.J. Washington out, Naji will figure more prominently in the Mavericks' rotation, whether he starts or comes off the bench. |
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Naji Marshall Naji Marshall (foot) questionable Friday vs. Cavs
Fri, Mar 13, 2026, 9:44 AM
NBA Injury Report
Naji Marshall (foot) is questionable for Friday's matchup with the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Marshall is dealing with left foot soreness and could sit out the second leg of the Mavs' back-to-back set. If Marshall is ultimately sidelined, more minutes should be available for Caleb Martin and Khris Middleton. |
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P.J. Washington P.J. Washington (ankle) doubtful Friday vs. Cavs
Fri, Mar 13, 2026, 8:45 AM
NBA Injury Report
P.J. Washington (ankle) is doubtful for Friday's matchup with Cleveland.
Analysis: Washington joins Daniel Gafford (rest) on the injury report, and with both bigs expected to sit, Marvin Bagley III could draw a spot start, with Dwight Powell operating as Bagley III's primary backup. |
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Klay Thompson Klay Thompson (rest) off the injury report Friday
Fri, Mar 13, 2026, 8:42 AM
NBA Injury Report
Klay Thompson (rest) is off the injury report for Friday's matchup with the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Thompson will return for the second leg of Dallas' back-to-back set after resting on Thursday. He could be in line for some additional run with P.J. Washington (ankle) doubtful, but Thompson's production has been hit-or-miss for most of the 2025-26 campaign. |
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Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford (rest) doubtful Friday vs. CLE
Fri, Mar 13, 2026, 8:39 AM
NBA Injury Report
Daniel Gafford (rest) is doubtful for Friday's matchup with the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Unsurprisingly, Gafford will likely be sidelined for the second leg of Dallas' back-to-back set. With P.J. Washington (ankle) not expected to play either, Marvin Bagley III could handle a significant workload. |
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Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford posts 22/14 double-double vs. MEM
Thu, Mar 12, 2026, 5:21 PM
Daniel Gafford produced 22 points (9-of-12 FGs, 4-of-7 FTs), 14 rebounds, one assist and one block in the win over the Grizzlies on Thursday.
Analysis: Gafford continues to play some of his best ball of the season, posting a season-high in points on Thursday en route to a fourth straight double-double. The veteran center has been limited by injuries throughout the season, but is in good form as the fantasy basketball playoffs near. For those looking to take a low-risk, potentially high-reward swing, Gafford is rostered in only 26% of Yahoo! leagues. |
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