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  • Nets' Ziaire Williams: Career-high six steals in loss

    Williams recorded 19 points (6-11 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 6-7 FT), six steals, two assists and one rebound across 24 minutes during Wednesday's 109-106 loss to Golden State.

    The 19 points led the Nets on the night, while the six steals were a career high for Williams. The fifth-year forward has started six of the last seven games, although he hasn't played more than 25 minutes in any of those contests. Over that stretch, Williams has averaged 13.0 points, 2.3 boards, 2.1 steals, 1.3 assists and 1.3 three-pointers while shooting 50.9 percent from the floor and 50 percent from beyond the arc.

  • Aaron Nesmith SF | IND

    Pacers' Aaron Nesmith: Struggles with three-point shot

    Nesmith ended Wednesday's 137-130 loss to the Lakers with 14 points (6-13 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 0-2 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one steal across 32 minutes.

    Nesmith had a decent stat line based on his recent performances, but it's worth noting that he had a rough outing from three, nailing just 25 percent of his eight attempts. While the scoring has been down a bit, failing to surpass the 15-point mark in four of his last five games, Nesmith remains locked into major minutes when available. Plus, he's a reliable three-point shooter even if he struggled Wednesday, nailing 43.3 percent of his attempts from deep in that aforementioned five-game stretch.

  • Jarace Walker PF | IND

    Pacers' Jarace Walker: Scores 15 points in loss

    Walker ended with 15 points (5-9 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds and four assists across 30 minutes during Wednesday's 137-130 loss to the Lakers.

    Walker's play this season has been a bright spot in what's otherwise been a lost season for the Pacers. The third-year forward is ending the season on a strong run and has scored in double digits in each of his last eight games, averaging 15.8 points, 6.3 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game in that span. Furthermore, Walker is averaging 14.9 points, 7.2 boards and 3.8 assists per game since the All-Star break while starting in each of his 18 appearances and averaging 31.5 minutes per game. Look for Walker to remain in the starting lineup in the final weeks of the regular season amid what has been a career-best season for him.

  • Pascal Siakam PF | IND

    Pacers' Pascal Siakam: Comes close to double-double

    Siakam accumulated 20 points (7-15 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 5-7 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and one steal in 30 minutes before getting ejected from Wednesday's 137-130 loss to the Lakers.

    Siakam was the Pacers' go-to scoring weapon until he was ejected, and despite the collective struggles, the star forward continues to find ways to produce. Siakam has been limited to just six games in March due to wrist and knee injuries, but he's been productive when needed. He's averaging 24.7 points, 5.3 rebounds and 2.7 assists per game in six March appearances, so while his availability is something that needs to be monitored closely in the final weeks of the season, he's a player you should start with confidence if he gets the green light to suit up.

  • LeBron James SF | LAL

    Lakers' LeBron James: Sniffs triple-double again

    James racked up 23 points (9-17 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-5 FT), nine rebounds, nine assists and one steal across 34 minutes during Wednesday's 137-130 victory over the Pacers.

    The Lakers got back to winning ways Wednesday, and while Luka Doncic led the team with a 40-point performance, James made his presence felt by ending just one rebound and one assist away from a triple-double. James has reached the 20-point plateau just twice over his last eight games, but he continues to deliver decent upside due to his contributions in other categories. Over that eight-game span, he's averaging 18.6 points, 7.8 rebounds, 6.5 assists and 1.4 steals per contest.

  • Jaxson Hayes C | LAL

    Lakers' Jaxson Hayes: Productive in spot start

    Hayes produced 21 points (9-11 FG, 3-6 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist, two blocks and two steals in 36 minutes during Wednesday's 137-130 victory over the Pacers.

    Hayes moved into the starting lineup due to the absence of Deandre Ayton (back) and made the most of the opportunity with an efficient double-double and a loaded fantasy line. This was just the second time Hayes recorded multiple blocks and steals in the same game, and both have come in his last two appearances. Hayes is now on a run of four straight outings with multiple blocks and has scored in double digits in back-to-back games. Ayton remains the No. 1 option at center, but Hayes is proving he can deliver decent coverage when needed.

  • Austin Reaves SG | LAL

    Lakers' Austin Reaves: Scores 25 in win over Pacers

    Reaves amassed 25 points (7-16 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 9-9 FT), one rebound, eight assists and two steals in 38 minutes during Wednesday's 137-130 win over Indiana.

    Reaves scored at least 24 points for a third consecutive game, and while most of the attention goes to Luka Doncic and his impressive scoring streak, Reaves' contributions can't be overlooked. The star guard is averaging a loaded line of 21.8 points, 4.2 rebounds, 5.8 assists and 1.3 steals per game in 14 appearances since the beginning of March. However, he's shooting just 32.6 percent from three in that span.

  • Nuggets' Tim Hardaway: Fails to fire in victory

    Hardaway ended Wednesday's 142-135 victory over the Mavericks with four points (1-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound and two assists across 27 minutes.

    Hardaway went cold from the floor, continuing a pattern of recent inconsistent performances. Although his role has remained relatively predictable, his shooting has been spotty, making him a tough player to hold in standard leagues. In eight appearances over the past two weeks, he has been outside the top-250 players, averaging 11.5 points and 2.6 three-pointers in 24.1 minutes per contest.

  • Peyton Watson SF | DEN

    Nuggets' Peyton Watson: Pops for 21 points in win

    Watson produced 21 points (7-10 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT), four rebounds and three assists over 23 minutes during Wednesday's 142-135 victory over Dallas.

    Watson found some rhythm on the offensive end, scoring 21 points in what was just his second game back since returning from a hamstring injury. While the scoring was impressive, he was limited to just 23 minutes and failed to record a defensive stat for the second straight game. Given the likely limitations, Watson is a borderline asset right now, depending on your league format and season-end date.

  • Mavericks' Dwight Powell: Offers little in spot start

    Powell logged seven points (1-2 FG, 5-7 FT), four rebounds, one block and one steal across 16 minutes during Wednesday's 142-135 loss to the Nuggets.

    Powell moved into the starting lineup, replacing Daniel Gafford, who was ruled out with a shoulder injury. Coming into Wednesday's game, Powell had accumulated two straight DNP-CDs, indicating that this game was likely an outlier.

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