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Dario Saric Dario Saric posts 10/10/3/2 line vs. Grizzlies
Sun, Nov 17, 2024, 2:40 PM
Dario Saric finished Sunday's loss to the Grizzlies with 10 points (4-of-10 FGs), 10 rebounds, three assists, two steals, and two 3-pointers in 32 minutes.
Analysis: Saric made another start for Nikola Jokic (personal) on Sunday, finishing the defeat with his first double-double of the season. He's only rostered in one percent of Yahoo leagues, and there's some deep-league value to be had if Jokic is not back with the Nuggets for Tuesday's rematch with the Grizzlies. |
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Julian Strawther Julian Strawther hits four triples, scores 19 PTS
Sun, Nov 17, 2024, 2:39 PM
Julian Strawther accumulated 19 points (6-of-13 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), four rebounds, three assists, one steal, one block, and four 3-pointers in 25 minutes in Sunday's loss to the Grizzlies.
Analysis: While Strawther's season-long fantasy value remains well off the radar in most leagues, he's worthy of consideration when Denver is without one of its top scorers for points and 3-pointers. Over the last week, Strawther has averaged 12.0 points and 2.5 3-pointers per game. The overall value isn't good, but he can be a fill-in specialist in deep leagues while Nikola Jokic (personal) is away from the team. That said, category league managers should be prepared to take a hit in the field goal percentage category. |
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Jamal Murray Jamal Murray tallies 13 points, six turnovers
Sun, Nov 17, 2024, 2:39 PM
Jamal Murray shot 6-of-15 from the field in Sunday's loss to Memphis, recording a stat line of 13 points, six rebounds, seven assists, three steals, two blocks, and one 3-pointer in 37 minutes.
Analysis: Once again, Murray and the Nuggets played without Nikola Jokic (personal), and they had a rough night in Memphis. In addition to the poor shooting, he was responsible for six of Denver's 14 turnovers. On the positive side, Murray accounted for three steals and two blocks, the first time this season he's had at least one of each in the same game. He remains a top 100 player in 9-cat formats, but fantasy managers were hoping for better. Denver plays Memphis again on Tuesday, the first of three games in Week 5 for the Nuggets. |
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Vlatko Cancar Vlatko Cancar (ankle) available Sunday vs. Memphis
Sun, Nov 17, 2024, 11:15 AM
Denver Nuggets
Vlatko Cancar (right ankle sprain) is available for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Even with Nikola Jokic (personal reasons) sidelined, Cancar is unlikely to get the minutes needed to impact fantasy basketball. Leave him on the waiver wire. |
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Nikola Jokic Nikola Jokic (personal) out Sunday vs. Grizzlies
Sun, Nov 17, 2024, 7:38 AM
Nikola Jokic (personal reasons) has been ruled out for Sundays Nuggets-Grizzlies matchup.
Analysis: Jokic rarely misses games and is set to miss a second consecutive contest for reasons unknown. The three-time MVP remains the most dominant player in fantasy basketball, though. Dario Saric will likely remain in a starting role for Sunday. |
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Vlatko Cancar Vlatko Cancar (ankle) probable Sunday vs. Memphis
Sat, Nov 16, 2024, 12:30 PM
Vinny Benedetto
Vlatko Cancar (right ankle sprain) is probable for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Cancar played eight minutes in Friday's loss to the Pelicans, and that was with Nikola Jokic (personal) away from the team. Even if he's cleared to play in Memphis, there's no need to consider streaming Cancar. |
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Nikola Jokic Nikola Jokic (personal) questionable for Sunday
Sat, Nov 16, 2024, 12:21 PM
Vinny Benedetto
Nikola Jokic (personal reasons) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Jokic did not play in Friday's loss to the Pelicans, leading to Dario Saric moving into the starting lineup. Saric will get another start if the three-time MVP remains sidelined, and he's worth streaming in deep leagues. |
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Christian Braun Christian Braun racks up career-high five steals
Fri, Nov 15, 2024, 4:29 PM
Christian Braun recorded a stat line of 15 points (7-of-12 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), four rebounds, four assists, and five steals in 36 minutes in Friday's loss to New Orleans.
Analysis: Braun has begun to take off recently, providing improved value on both ends of the floor. The five steals were a career-high, and he also provided solid points, rebounds, and assists in 36 minutes on the floor. He's providing top 50 per-game value, something few expected before the season began. And it isn't as if Braun is doing anything âsuper-humanâ to be a top 50 fantasy player. He should be rostered in more than 51% of Yahoo leagues as he currently is. |
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Jamal Murray Jamal Murray tallies 16 points, eight assists
Fri, Nov 15, 2024, 4:29 PM
Jamal Murray logged 43 minutes in Friday's loss to the Pelicans, scoring 16 points (6-of-16 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs) with six rebounds, eight assists, two steals, and two 3-pointers.
Analysis: This wasn't Murray's cleanest performance, but the field-goal percentage was the only issue. He didn't commit a turnover and provided good value in multiple categories (rebounds, assists, and steals) while playing a season-high 43 minutes. As with many Nuggets, Murray will be better once Nikola Jokic (personal reasons) rejoins the team. |
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Michael Porter Michael Porter Jr. leads Nuggets with 24 points
Fri, Nov 15, 2024, 4:28 PM
Michael Porter Jr. shot 10-of-18 from the field in Friday's loss to New Orleans, scoring 24 points with six rebounds, three assists, and four 3-pointers in 39 minutes.
Analysis: With Nikola Jokic (personal) sidelined, Porter took on a more prominent role within the Nuggets offense. And he had a good night, surpassing the 20-point mark for the third time in four games. Over the last two weeks, Porter has provided top 20 per-game value in 9-cat formats. Fantasy managers who have MPJ rostered should be pleased with his recent production. |
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Dario Saric Dario Saric records 9/8/5/1 line in spot start
Fri, Nov 15, 2024, 4:27 PM
Dario Saric finished Friday's loss to the Pelicans with nine points (4-of-9 FGs), eight rebounds, five assists, one steal, and one 3-pointer in 33 minutes.
Analysis: Saric was in the starting lineup because Nikola Jokic was away from the team for personal reasons. The production won't make any headlines, but he was far from a liability in New Orleans. The backup situation was less clear, with Zeke Nnaji (one steal) and Vlatko Cancar (two points, two rebounds, and one steal) doing little in six and eight minutes, respectively. Denver is in Memphis on Sunday, and Saric will be worth a look if Jokic remains out because there isn't a reliable option behind him. |
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Dario Saric DEN starting Murray, Braun, MPJ, Watson, Saric
Fri, Nov 15, 2024, 1:39 PM
NBA Lineups
Jamal Murray, Christian Braun, Michael Porter Jr., Peyton Watson, and Dario Saric will start Friday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis: In addition to Aaron Gordon, the Nuggets will be without Nikola Jokic (personal reasons) in New Orleans. As a result, Saric moves into the starting lineup, and he has a shot at fantasy relevance due to Denver's lack of depth. |
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Vlatko Cancar Vlatko Cancar (ankle) available vs. Pelicans
Fri, Nov 15, 2024, 1:38 PM
NBA Injury Report
Vlatko Cancar (right ankle sprain) will play against New Orleans on Friday.
Analysis: Cancar is not part of the team's rotation when healthy. He may see the floor for a few minutes with Nikola Jokic out, but he doesn't provide any fantasy value. |
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Nikola Jokic Nikola Jokic (personal) out Friday vs. Pelicans
Fri, Nov 15, 2024, 8:52 AM
NBA Injury Report
Nikola Jokic will miss Friday's matchup with New Orleans due to personal reasons.
Analysis: Jokic's absence will mean increased playmaking responsibilities for Jamal Murray and Russell Westbrook. Zeke Nnaji and Deandre Jordan will presumably handle center duties, but it's unclear who will start and see the most court time. |
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Vlatko Cancar Vlatko Cancar (ankle) questionable Friday vs. NOR
Thu, Nov 14, 2024, 12:58 PM
Vlatko Cancar (right ankle sprain) is questionable for Friday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis: When healthy, Cancar does not offer much fantasy value. If he can play on Friday, there's the opportunity to provide additional depth, but there's no need to hop onto that bandwagon in fantasy. |
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Nikola Jokic Nikola Jokic (personal) questionable for Friday
Thu, Nov 14, 2024, 12:45 PM
NBA Injury Report
Nikola Jokic (personal reasons) is questionable for Friday's game against New Orleans.
Analysis: Jokic has been on a tear recently, and a potential absence would drastically impact the Nuggets rotation and fantasy basketball. Zeke Nnaji played 10 minutes in Sunday's win over the Mavericks, and his playing time will increase if the three-time MVP cannot play. Also, Deandre Jordan would jump into the rotation. Whichever one receives the starting nod would be worth streaming in deep leagues. |
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Nikola Jokic Jokic posts absurd triple-double vs. Mavericks
Sun, Nov 10, 2024, 4:51 PM
Nikola Jokic stuffed the stat sheet with 37 points (13-of-21 FGs, 8-of-8 FTs), 18 rebounds, 15 assists, three steals, and three three-pointers to lift the Nuggets past the Mavericks on Sunday.
Analysis: Jokic didn't disappoint with his fourth consecutive triple-double. The superstar big man is setting career highs across the board in points, rebounds, assists, steals, and three-point percentage. He's hands down the best fantasy player any manager could ask for. |
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Vlatko Cancar Vlatko Cancar (ankle) ruled out Sunday vs. Dallas
Sat, Nov 9, 2024, 12:33 PM
NBA Injury Report
Valtko Cancar (right ankle sprain) is out for Sunday's game against the Mavericks.
Analysis: Cancar remains sidelined, and fantasy managers should consider him out indefinitely. His absence does not impact the Nuggets' rotation or fantasy basketball leagues. |
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Christian Braun Christian Braun records 21/6/2/0/1 line vs. Heat
Fri, Nov 8, 2024, 5:35 PM
Christian Braun accumulated 21 points (7-of-9 FGs, 4-of-6 FTs), six rebounds, two assists, one block, and three 3-pointers in 35 minutes in Friday's win over the Heat.
Analysis: With Jamal Murray back in the lineup, Braun's production was something to watch during Friday's game. He played well, making the most of his opportunities and scoring 21 points. Braun has accounted for 20 or more in two straight games, which is the first time he's done so as a professional. Fantasy managers aren't expecting Braun to provide 20 points (or more) per night, but being a credible offensive threat will boost his value. |
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Michael Porter Michael Porter Jr. hits five 3-pointers, scores 21
Fri, Nov 8, 2024, 5:34 PM
Michael Porter Jr. amassed 21 points (8-of-15 FGs), five rebounds, four assists, two steals, one block, and five 3-pointers in 36 minutes in Friday's win over Miami.
Analysis: A 20-point (or better) scorer in four of his last five games, Porter has shot 14-of-30 from deep over the last three. The production kicked up a notch when the Nuggets were without Jamal Murray, with MPJ providing top-15 value. Porter having a productive night with Murray in the lineup is encouraging for fantasy managers, and he's having a top-40 season thus far. |
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