Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum scored a team-high 31 points on Thursday as they dispatched the Indiana Pacers by a score of 142-138 in overtime. The MVP candidate also added 12 rebounds, seven assists, two steals, and one block on 9-for-25 shooting, three made threes, and 10 out of 11 free throws. Tatum's maturity in his game has allowed him to flip a switch in any facet of the game when one might not be clicking at the moment. That has allowed him to reach the top seven in fantasy value for nine-category leagues.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum made history by breaking Anthony Davis's record for most points in an All-Star game en route to being named the 2023 NBA All-Star Game MVP. The Celtics superstar put up 55 points, 10 rebounds, six assists, one steal, and one block while leading Team Giannis to a win. He shot 22-for-31 from the floor and 10-for-18 from beyond the arc. In normal All-Star game fashion, there wasn't much defense as the two teams jacked up a total of 126 combined threes. Tatum had some entertaining moments going one-on-one against his teammate Jaylen Brown.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum dropped a game-high 38 points in Wednesday night's 127-109 blowout win over the Detroit Pistons. Tatum returned to the starting lineup after missing Tuesday's meeting against the Milwaukee Bucks due to an illness. He logged 38 points, nine rebounds and seven assists in 34 minutes, all while shooting 15-for-24 from the field. The return of Tatum sent Sam Hauser back to the bench and decreased the value of Hauser and Grant Williams as streaming options. Still, Derrick White, who is available in 32.6 percent of ESPN leagues, should be considered a must-add waiver addition as he recorded a solid line of 11 points, four rebounds, six assists, two steals and one block in 27 minutes.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum has been removed from the injury report and is expected to be back in his normal starting role on Wednesday against the Detroit Pistons. The 24-year-old MVP candidate was sidelined with a non-COVID illness on Tuesday but it looks like it wasn't too serious. With Tatum back in the fold, Blake Griffin and Grant Williams will both likely head to the bench while Griffin will take a significant hit to his fantasy value.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (illness) will not play on Tuesday against the Milwaukee Bucks due to a non-COVID illness. This could result in an interesting shake-up in the Eastern Conference standings as the Bucks sit just one and a half games back from the Celtics for the first seed. Since Jaylen Brown (face) and Marcus Smart (ankle) are also sidelined, Derrick White, Malcolm Brogdon, and Grant Williams will likely all see big minutes and could be solid streaming options.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (illness) is doubtful to play against the Milwaukee Bucks Tuesday. It is looking like Tatum is unlikely to play in their showdown with the Bucks as he deals with a non-COVID illness. With Tatum likely out and Jaylen Brown (face) on the mend, Derrick White, Sam Hauser and Malcolm Brogdon (Achilles) should all see increased minutes and usage on Tuesday.

The NBA trade deadline has officially come and gone and we had one of the most active deadlines in recent memory with some big stars being dealt. Kyrie, KD, and Westbrook are all heading to new teams and we have been covering those trades and their fantasy impacts here at RotoBaller.But there were plenty of other lesser-known players who were dealt in the last few days and I wanted to go through and make sure we don't overlook some of these trades as some of those deals may even have more fantasy impact than the big moves.So here are some other trades that went down and my two cents on the increase or decrease in value that we should expect from the players involved for the remainder of the 2022-2023 fantasy basketball season. 

Moves That Matter

These are very much in order of how much they matter. Let's start with the Spurs sending their starting center back up North where he started his career.Jakob Poeltl to the RaptorsI am a huge Poeltl fan and was close to acquiring him on multiple teams before the deadline. It was a curious move by Toronto to be buyers instead of sellers at the deadline, but Poeltl gives them the presence at the five they have been lacking all season and allows Siakam to shift over and play PF where he belongs.Poeltl is no longer a shutdown candidate and has legit top-50 upside with his multi-category abilities. His departure also makes ... [More]

As hectic as this year's NBA trade deadline has been, with 28 out of the 30 teams making at least one trade, early Thursday morning at 1:00 am, a blockbuster trade went down that not many expected. However, if you had read my previous article, you could have gotten a glimpse of the future thanks to my magic ball, as the first "potential trade" I wrote about was sending Kevin Durant to none other than the Pheonix Suns.Kevin Durant is undeniably a top-three player and arguably even the best in the NBA right now. It's not surprising to hear how stunned the NBA world was after seeing this trade, as the Suns sold a huge chunk of their future for the Nets superstar but were somehow saved from involving Deandre Ayton in the trade!Any average NBA fan knows how much of an impact future Hall of Famer Kevin Durant has on any team, but to emphasize just how much, check this out: The Suns went from odds of +1800 of winning the finals to +450 on Thursday morning after the huge trade, now only behind the Boston Celtics, who lead the race with their odds being +350. 

Kevin Durant's Season Recap

Durant (knee) has been sidelined for over a month after getting hurt on January 8 against the Miami Heat and remains without a timetable to return to make his debut with the Suns. Before getting hurt, the 13-time All-Star was averaging 29.7 points, 6.7 rebounds, 5.3 assists, 0.8 steals, 1.8 blocks, and 36 minutes in 39 appearances this season.

FULL TRADE DETAILS:

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Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (illness) is considered questionable for Friday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. The superstar forward has been added to the injury report due to a non-COVID related illness. This is not good news for the Celtics who are already without Jaylen Brown (face) and Marcus Smart (ankle) for Friday's game. Malcolm Brogdon should see a significant boost in value with Brown and Smart both sidelined. Grant Williams and Payton Pritchard would likely be asked to step up and play bigger roles if Tatum is unable to play. Fantasy managers will have to check back on Friday for another update on Tatum.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum made only three of his 13 shots in the first half against Detroit on Monday, but he still finished a 111-99 win with a game-high 34 points. It was a true game of two halves for Tatum as he went 8-for-11 from the field after the break. His work for the night included a 3-for-9 effort from deep, 11 rebounds, six assists and one block. Tatum has now tallied at least 30 points in five of his past six games and the run also includes four double-doubles. It's been a big year for the Celtics star, and he will look to continue it Wednesday against the Sixers in a matchup where Tatum notched 35 points when these teams met for the first time this season.

Without a doubt, Kyrie Irving is arguably one of the most naturally gifted players in the National Basketball Association. He's a fantastic ball-handler and can get to the rim with ease. However, the former Duke Blue Devil's career has been surrounded by controversy, ultimately impacting his ability to win an MVP.The NBA trade deadline kicked off with a bang when Irving, who had demanded a trade out of Brooklyn, was traded to the Dallas Mavericks. NBA fans and fantasy managers are left wondering how things will play out.To keep close tabs on all of the news across the NBA, make sure to favorite or bookmark the RotoBaller Fantasy Basketball Newspage, or download the free RotoBaller fantasy basketball mobile app with push notification alerts on all the latest news. 

Kyrie Irving's Season Recap

Irving got suspended for an antisemitic social media post, keeping him out of the lineup for eight games. But since then, the 30-year-old stayed out of the limelight, so most had assumed he finally turned things around. He's played well all season, averaging 27.1 points, 5.3 assists, 5.1 rebounds, and 1.0 steals in 40 appearances.https://twitter.com/ShamsCharania/status/1622324668047794177?s=20&t=NTffJ2tRvNpjAA7bddjYHQHe was also selected to the All-Star team for the eighth time in his career. However, things were apparently going too well, as Irving dropped a bombshell by requesting a trade. His wish was granted, as he was sent to Dallas in exchange for ... [More]

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum turned in a big double-double while the team's comeback attempt came up short in overtime against the New York Knicks. The MVP candidate registered 35 points, 14 rebounds, four assists, one steal, and one block while shooting 12-for-26 from the floor, 2-for-7 from three, and 9-for-9 from the free throw line. This seemed like just another ordinary day for Tatum as he continues to have an impressive season that has landed him in the MVP conversation. Despite the loss, he remains a top fantasy option in every format.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (wrist) is off the injury report, suggesting he'll suit up against the Orlando Magic on Monday. The MVP candidate didn't play on Saturday in the win over the Toronto Raptors, allowing Jaylen Brown to log a team-high 27 points. The Celtics won't have Marcus Smart (ankle) and Malcolm Brogdon (personal), meaning Tatum will likely get all the minutes he can handle. That said, he's a must-start in all fantasy formats, although everyone knows that.

It wasn't a good day for many clubs around the National Basketball Association, with many teams dealing with unsettling injuries to their top players. Although these situations are always challenging for teams, fantasy managers are also left scrambling to find a replacement.This article will highlight some of the critical injuries that occurred on Saturday, January 21, 2023. At the same time, we will cover some players who were ruled out with a pre-existing ailment while examining which players have benefited.To keep close tabs on all of the news across the NBA, make sure to favorite or bookmark the RotoBaller Fantasy Basketball Newspage, or download the free RotoBaller fantasy basketball mobile app with push notification alerts on all the latest news. 

Marcus Smart Injury Update

The Celtics were without Jayson Tatum for Saturday's meeting with Toronto, as the MVP candidate got the day off to deal with wrist soreness. Luckily, the C's recently got Jaylen Brown back from a three-game layoff, so the team at least had its No. 2 scoring option. Boston also had Marcus Smart, who is proficient on both ends of the floor.Unfortunately, the reigning NBA Defensive Player of the Year's evening didn't last long, as he exited in the first half after suffering a sprained right ankle. Smart has battled ankle injuries throughout his career, so fantasy managers are familiar with this.https://twitter.com/ChrisForsberg_/status/1616933981362028546?s=20&t=ADA6dM_t2muMcgq6cJRitwWhile X-ray results were encouraging, revealing no structural damage, he'll likely miss a game or two, possibly more. As a result, ... [More]

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (wrist) is out for Saturday's meeting against the Raptors. Tatum had a big game during the overtime win over Golden State on Thursday, finishing with 34 points and 19 rebounds. He also played 48 minutes, so his absence is likely for a much-needed night off. Fantasy managers may see Tatum back for Monday's game in Orlando, assuming his wrist soreness resolves by then. But in the meantime, Malcolm Brogdon or Derrick White could move into the starting rotation versus Toronto. However, Jaylen Brown and Marcus Smart should do most of the heavy lifting on the offensive end.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum came one rebound shy of a 30/20 stat line in an overtime win over the Golden State Warriors on Thursday. The MVP candidate registered 34 points, 19 rebounds, six assists, and three steals while shooting 9-for-27 from the floor and 4-for-13 from deep. He also shot a perfect 12-for-12 from the charity stripe. While the shooting efficiency wasn't his best, he was able to contribute in big ways outside of just scoring. Tatum remains one of the elite fantasy assets across the league.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum scored a season-high 51 points on Monday against the Charlotte Hornets. Tatum was extremely efficient shooting the ball Monday with 15-for-23 from the field and a perfect 14-for-14 from the free throw line. Tatum also contributed nine rebounds, seven threes and five assists in 40 minutes. Unbelievably, Tatum has taken yet another step this year and has not scored less than 20 points since December 10th. Tatum is averaging a career-high in points, threes, free throws and rebounds this year and is showing no signs of slowing down.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum had a game-high 34 points in Saturday's 121-116 road win over San Antonio. The injury-depleted Spurs pushed Boston hard, but Tatum did just enough to get his team the win. He shot 13-for-26 in the game and Tatum's final make from the field came with 33 seconds left in regulation when he broke a 116-116 tie with a jump shot. In 36 minutes of action, Tatum went 5-for-10 with the three-ball and had four rebounds and two assists. The 24-year-old star now has 20 30-point efforts for the campaign and seven of them have come in his past 11 appearances. His most recent efforts also include his second career triple-double, so Tatum has entered 2023 in superb form and should continue to perform well for managers.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum led the team with his first triple-double of the season in their 124-95 win over the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday. While his shooting efficiency wasn't great, he posted 29 points, 14 rebounds, 10 assists, one steal, and two blocks with only two turnovers. The 24-year-old out of Duke only shot 36.4% on 22 attempts and 25% from deep, but he also cashed in on 11 out of his 12 free throws. Tatum has done a great job outside of scoring if his shot isn't falling on any given night.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum had a field day against the Houston Rockets in a 126-102 win on Tuesday night. The 24-year-old registered 38 points on 12-for-25 shooting and 6-for-16 from deep. He also added eight rebounds, four assists, one steal, and one block across 34 minutes of playing time. Tatum is still a top candidate for MVP this season and he remains in the top 10 rankings for category fantasy formats. The return and increasing minutes of Robert Williams III is only going to help Tatum in the long run as well.