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Fred VanVleet Fred VanVleet hits four triples, scores 18 points
Wed, Nov 4, 2026, 5:54 PM
Fred VanVleet amassed 18 points (6-of-12 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), three rebounds, three assists and four three-pointers in Wednesday's loss to the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Back in the Rockets' lineup after sitting out Monday's win over the Celtics, VanVleet played 30 minutes against the Timberwolves. Even though he shot 50 percent from the field on Wednesday, the Rockets' guard is making just 39 percent of his attempts this season. VanVleet has long offered little value in that category. But most fantasy managers know he'll do enough across the board to be a solid category-league option. |
Alperen Sengun Alperen ?engün drops 17/12/10 line, three blocks
Wed, Nov 4, 2026, 5:51 PM
Alperen ?engün accounted for 17 points (5-of-15 FGs, 7-of-9 FTs), 12 rebounds, 10 assists and three blocks in Wednesday's loss to the Timberwolves.
Analysis: ?engün, who has recorded three double-doubles this season, notched his first triple-double on Wednesday. He didn't shoot the ball well, but the Rockets center is shooting 54.1 percent from the field this season. This has been an encouraging start for ?engün, whether you're talking category or points leagues. |
Kevin Durant Kevin Durant scores team-high 21 points vs. MIN
Wed, Nov 4, 2026, 5:47 PM
Kevin Durant recorded 21 points (7-of-14 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), five rebounds, two assists, one steal, one block and two three-pointers in Wednesday's loss to the Timberwolves.
Analysis: After a testy exchange with a reporter following Monday's win over the Celtics, Durant attempted 14 shots on Wednesday. The percentages were good and the stat line was solid, with KD logging 35 minutes. One game in which he attempts just six shots should not cause panic among fantasy managers. |
Clint Capela Clint Capela (ankle) to remain out vs. Minnesota
Wed, Nov 4, 2026, 7:42 AM
NBA Injury Report
Clint Capela (ankle) has been ruled out against the Timberwolves on Wednesday.
Analysis: Capela will miss a second straight game, which should allow Oscar Tshiebwe to play the backup center minutes. However, he only played a few minutes on Monday, so Tshiebwe shouldn't be streamed just because Capela is out. |
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Clint Capela Clint Capela (ankle) questionable Wednesday
Tue, Nov 3, 2026, 11:59 AM
NBA Injury Report
Clint Capela (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Capela did not play in Monday's win over the Celtics. Oscar Tshiebwe played a few rotation minutes off the bench in the first half, but not enough to impact fantasy basketball. |
Jabari Smith Jr. Jabari Smith Jr. records 14 points, 10 rebounds
Mon, Nov 2, 2026, 5:14 PM
Jabari Smith Jr. produced 14 points (5-of-10 FGs), 10 rebounds and five three-pointers in Monday's win over the Celtics.
Analysis: Smith finished with his second double-double of the season, but his overall stat line was a bit disappointing. He did not record an assist, steal or blocked shot, the first time that has happened this season. The good news for fantasy managers is that this has not been the norm for Smith, whose current value has exceeded his ADP by a significant margin. |
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Kevin Durant Kevin Durant attempts six shots, scores 12 points
Mon, Nov 2, 2026, 5:14 PM
Kevin Durant recorded 12 points (5-of-6 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), three rebounds, three assists, two steals and one block in Monday's win over the Celtics.
Analysis: Durant has seemingly taken a step back offensively, allowing for a more even distribution of the Rockets' shot attempts. The approach has worked, with Houston now 7-1, but fantasy managers who drafted KD may not be thrilled. He attempted a season-low six shots against the Celtics, making five, but managers will want more from a player with an ADP as high as Durant's (16). |
Tari Eason Tari Eason drops three triples, posts 13/4/3 line
Mon, Nov 2, 2026, 5:13 PM
Tari Eason accounted for 13 points (5-of-8 FGs), four rebounds, three assists, two blocks and three three-pointers in Monday's win over the Celtics.
Analysis: Eason entered Monday's game shooting 4-of-19 from three, with two of those makes coming in Saturday's win over the Thunder. It goes without saying that his 3-of-6 night against the Celtics was much needed. Eason scored 11 of his 13 points before halftime, taking a back seat offensively in the second half. If he can build on this three-point shooting performance, that would go a long way toward improving Eason's category league value. |
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Alperen Sengun Alperen ?engün posts 26/7/10/2/2 line vs. Boston
Mon, Nov 2, 2026, 5:13 PM
Alperen ?engün finished Monday's win over the Celtics with 26 points (12-of-15 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), seven rebounds, 10 assists, two steals, two blocks and one three-pointer.
Analysis: The Celtics played three centers in Monday's game, and none had an answer for ?engün defensively. The Rockets center shot 75 percent from the field and committed one turnover in his most efficient outing of the season. Recording his third double-double of the season, ?engün finished three rebounds shy of a triple-double. Through eight games, he's outperforming his ADP, providing first-round value in nine-cat formats. |
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Fred VanVleet HOU starts VanVleet, Amen, Durant, Smith, ?engün
Mon, Nov 2, 2026, 2:09 PM
NBA Lineups
Fred VanVleet, Amen Thompson, Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr. and Alperen ?engün will start Monday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: VanVleet is back after sitting out Saturday's win over the Thunder. As a result, Marcus Smart will head back to his customary bench role. |
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Clint Capela Clint Capela (ankle) out Monday vs. BOS
Mon, Nov 2, 2026, 9:55 AM
NBA Injury Report
Clint Capela (ankle) has been ruled out of Monday's matchup with the Celtics.
Analysis: Capela's absence doesn't impact fantasy hoops, as Alperen ?engün is available and should handle a heavy dose of minutes in the frontcourt. |
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Clint Capela Clint Capela (ankle) questionable Monday vs. BOS
Sun, Nov 1, 2026, 9:48 AM
NBA Injury Report
Clint Capela (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: Capela, who started Friday's loss to the Mavericks, played 10 minutes off the bench in Saturday's win over the Thunder. His absence would not affect fantasy basketball, as starter Alperen ?engün is available to play. |
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Fred VanVleet Fred VanVleet (knee) removed from injury report
Sun, Nov 1, 2026, 9:45 AM
NBA Injury Report
Fred VanVleet (knee) is not on the injury report for Monday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: VanVleet is back after sitting out Saturday's win over the Thunder, which was Houston's second game in as many nights. His return means Marcus Smart will come off the bench. |
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Alperen Sengun Alperen ?engün records 16/9/9 line, one block
Sat, Oct 31, 2026, 5:46 PM
Alperen ?engün finished Saturday's win over the Thunder with 16 points (6-of-17 FGs, 4-of-6 FTs), nine rebounds, nine assists and one block.
Analysis: ?engün returned to the Rockets lineup after sitting out Friday's loss to the Mavericks with a sore back. He played 33 minutes and finished one rebound and one assist shy of a triple-double. Turnovers can still be an issue for ?engün at times, but he's gotten off to a good start this season. Clint Capela, who started on Friday, recorded four rebounds and two assists in 10 minutes. |
Marcus Smart Marcus Smart posts 24/5/3/1 line vs. Oklahoma City
Sat, Oct 31, 2026, 5:46 PM
Marcus Smart accumulated 24 points (7-of-10 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), five rebounds, three assists, one steal and seven three-pointers in Saturday's win over the Thunder.
Analysis: Smart started Saturday night, as the Rockets did not have Fred VanVleet (knee) due to injury management. The veteran guard shot 7-of-10 from beyond the arc against the Thunder and recorded his first regular-season 20-point game since March 14 against the Nuggets, when he played for the Lakers. While Smart will be a fixture in the Rockets' rotation, his fantasy outlook hinges on VanVleet's availability. |
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Jabari Smith Jr. Jabari Smith Jr. hits six triples, scores 30
Sat, Oct 31, 2026, 5:45 PM
Jabari Smith Jr. produced 30 points (10-of-18 FGs, 4-of-5 FTs), nine rebounds, five assists, one block and six three-pointers in Saturday's win over the Thunder.
Analysis: Smith matched his season high with 30 points, recording the seventh 30-point game of his NBA career on Saturday. Against the Thunder, he shot 6-of-12 from three, helping the Rockets compensate for Fred VanVleet's absence and a relatively quiet night from Kevin Durant (14/3/4/1/3). Smith has gotten off to an excellent start, leaving some to decide whether to âsell highâ or bet he continues to play this well. The Rockets play three games next week, starting with the Celtics on Monday. |
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Marcus Smart HOU starts Smart, Thompson, Durant, Smith, ?engün
Sat, Oct 31, 2026, 12:55 PM
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Marcus Smart, Amen Thompson, Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr. and Alperen ?engün will start Saturday's game against the Thunder.
Analysis: While ?engün is back in the lineup after missing Friday's loss to the Mavericks, Fred VanVleet (knee) is out for injury management. Smart will slide into the starting point guard role, while ?engün's return pushes Clint Capela to the bench. |
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Fred VanVleet Fred VanVleet (knee) out Saturday vs. Thunder
Sat, Oct 31, 2026, 7:26 AM
Fred VanVleet (knee) is out for Saturday's game against the Thunder.
Analysis: VanVleet will sit with right knee injury management and it likely won't be the last time he does so this season. With Reed Sheppard (back) also out, Marcus Smart should move into the starting lineup Saturday against the Thunder. |
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Alperen Sengun Alperen ?engün (back) off injury report Saturday
Sat, Oct 31, 2026, 7:22 AM
Alperen ?engün (back) is off the injury report ahead of Saturday's game against the Thunder.
Analysis: ?engün is good to go after sitting out Friday's game against the Mavericks with back soreness. He should be started in all formats. Clint Capela will head back to the bench after picking up a spot start Friday. |
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Fred VanVleet Fred VanVleet had 6 assists in loss to Mavericks
Fri, Oct 30, 2026, 5:13 PM
Fred VanVleet scored 16 points (6-of-17 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), five rebounds, six assists, a steal, and three 3-pointers on Friday.
Analysis: While the efficiency isn't what you want on your fantasy team, VanVleet consistently produces in the counting stats. It's not a coincidence that the Rockets struggled last year and look much better this year with him there. While he is getting closer to the end of his career, he still has immense value that will keep him around the league for a few more years at least. |
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