New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby accounted for 21 points, seven rebounds, four assists, and three three-pointers in Saturday's 121-108 Game 3 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. The 28-year-old went 6-for-10 from the field and 6-for-6 at the foul line, giving New York another efficient scoring option as it took a 3-0 lead in the Eastern Conference Finals. Anunoby's clean offensive line stands out because he did not need heavy volume to produce, and his steady minutes should keep him useful across playoff fantasy formats as the Knicks try to close out the series Monday.

New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson scored a team-high 30 points in Saturday's 121-108 Game 3 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. The 29-year-old shot 10-for-19 from the field and 10-for-12 at the foul line, adding three rebounds, six assists, and one steal as New York moved within one win of the NBA Finals with a 3-0 series lead. After handing out 14 assists in Game 2, Brunson shifted back toward scoring without losing control of the offense. Through three games in the series, he is averaging 29.0 points and 8.7 assists, keeping him locked into elite playoff fantasy value heading into Game 4.

New York Knicks guard/forward Mikal Bridges tallied 22 points, six rebounds, two assists, three steals, and two blocks in Saturday's 121-108 Game 3 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. The 29-year-old shot 11-for-15 from the field, missing his lone three-point attempt and failing to attempt a free throw. Bridges has not needed heavy usage to remain productive during New York's playoff run, and this was a strong reminder that his fantasy value is not tied only to scoring. With the Knicks up 3-0 in the Eastern Conference Finals, Bridges' two-way workload should remain steady in Game 4.

The Orlando Magic are gearing up to acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jim Owczarski of the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reports. Earlier this month, ESPN's Shams Charania reported that the Milwaukee Bucks are open to trade offers for Antetokounmpo, and it looks like the Magic are among the teams pursuing him. Orlando also reportedly explored trading for Antetokounmpo ahead of the February trade deadline. The Magic's efforts to attract the Greek superstar could be boosted if they hire Sean Sweeney, a former Bucks assistant coach, to serve as the team's new head coach. Sweeney is currently an associate head coach with the San Antonio Spurs. Antetokounmpo's move to Orlando would be intriguing, but it would come at a high cost, probably involving Paolo Banchero in the deal.

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell (calf) won't be in the lineup on Sunday in Game 4 against the San Antonio Spurs. He has been diagnosed with a right soleus strain after playing just 17 minutes as a starter in Game 3 on Friday. Mitchell was filling in for Jalen Williams (hamstring) in the starting unit. It's unclear whether Williams will be ready to return on Sunday, as the team has listed him as questionable on the injury report. If Williams remains sidelined, Jared McCain and Cason Wallace will compete for the starting role. Both players performed well off the bench on Friday night and should draw significant fantasy attention on Sunday.

San Antonio Spurs point guard De'Aaron Fox (ankle) has not been listed on the injury report ahead of Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder. This is a pleasant surprise after Fox missed the first two games of the series due to a right ankle sprain. He looked sharp in his return to action on Friday night in Game 3, picking up 15 points, seven rebounds, six assists, and one steal in 31 minutes. While it was a bit alarming to see Fox leave the game briefly after seemingly re-aggravating his injury, it apparently wasn't a major issue. Fox is poised for a busy night on Sunday as the Spurs try to even the series in front of their fans.

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (hamstring) is questionable for Game 4 against the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday. He is considered day-to-day due to a left hamstring injury and didn't play in Game 3. With the Thunder's bench erupting for 76 points on Friday, the team did just fine without Williams in Game 3, securing a 2-1 series lead. As a result, the reigning champions have no reason to hurry Williams' return. Ajay Mitchell (calf) started in Williams' place but has been ruled out for Game 4, potentially giving Jared McCain a new opportunity to shine after his 24-point performance on Friday night. Cason Wallace also benefits from the injury situation.

San Antonio Spurs guard/forward Devin Vassell posted 20 points, seven rebounds, two assists, four steals, and three three-pointers in Friday's 123-108 Game 3 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. The 25-year-old shot 6-for-12 from the field and 3-for-6 from deep while logging 36 minutes, giving San Antonio another useful two-way line despite falling behind 2-1 in the Western Conference Finals. Vassell has now scored 20-plus points in back-to-back games, and his perimeter shooting remains a key fantasy-friendly piece of San Antonio's offense as the Spurs try to even the series in Game 4.

San Antonio Spurs guard De'Aaron Fox recorded 15 points, seven rebounds, six assists, one steal, and one three-pointer in Friday's 123-108 Game 3 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. The 28-year-old returned to the starting lineup after missing the first two games of the Western Conference Finals with an ankle sprain, logging 31 minutes in the loss. He shot 7-for-14 from the field but went just 1-for-6 from deep, so the balanced line was more encouraging than the scoring total. Fox's workload is the key takeaway for fantasy managers, although his perimeter lift remains worth watching in Game 4.

San Antonio Spurs forward/center Victor Wembanyama scored a team-high 26 points in Friday's 123-108 Game 3 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, going 8-for-15 from the field, 2-for-5 on threes, and 8-for-10 at the line. The Defensive Player of the Year added four rebounds, three assists, one steal, and two blocks, but the rebounding total stands out. Oklahoma City made a concerted effort to keep him off the glass and largely succeeded, holding him to four boards after he piled up 24 in the Game 1 win. He still led all five San Antonio starters in scoring, with Devin Vassell chipping in 20. Wembanyama remains a do-everything fantasy anchor, but the Thunder's game plan has dragged his counting stats below the ceiling he flashed to open the series.

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander recorded 26 points, two rebounds, 12 assists, one block, and two three-pointers in Friday's 123-108 Game 3 win over the San Antonio Spurs. The 27-year-old shot only 6-for-17 from the field, but he went 12-for-12 at the line and helped Oklahoma City take a 2-1 lead in the Western Conference Finals. With Jalen Williams (hamstring) sidelined, Gilgeous-Alexander's playmaking carried extra weight, and the low-turnover passing line softened the inefficient shooting night for fantasy managers.

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jared McCain scored a playoff career-high 24 points in Friday's 123-108 Game 3 win over the San Antonio Spurs, going 10-for-21 from the field and 2-for-2 at the line in 27 minutes. The 22-year-old also chipped in four rebounds and one assist while posting a game-best plus-28. He struggled from deep at 2-for-10 but did his damage in the midrange and paint, helping anchor a 76-point bench outburst alongside Jaylin Williams, Alex Caruso, and Cason Wallace. With Jalen Williams (hamstring) sidelined and Ajay Mitchell (undisclosed) exiting early, McCain's role keeps expanding. He has logged at least 26 minutes in back-to-back games and is averaging 14.3 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 2.0 three-pointers over his last three outings.

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell (undisclosed) exited Friday's 123-108 Game 3 win over the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Finals and did not return, finishing with two points (1-for-5 FG, 0-for-1 3Pt), five rebounds, and one assist in 17 minutes. The 23-year-old got tangled up with Devin Vassell, picked up a technical with 8:19 left in the third quarter, then headed to the locker room and was absent from the bench in the fourth. He had appeared to reaggravate a quad issue from Game 2. Mitchell drew the start in place of Jalen Williams (hamstring), so his health matters for the rotation. If he can't go Sunday, Jared McCain, Cason Wallace, and Isaiah Joe all stand to absorb additional minutes, with McCain the most intriguing after shooting 40 percent from three through the postseason.

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert was once again recognized for his defensive prowess on Friday, earning his eighth NBA All-Defensive First Team selection. He was joined by Victor Wembanyama (San Antonio Spurs), Chet Holmgren (Oklahoma City Thunder), Ausar Thompson (Detroit Pistons), and Derrick White (Boston Celtics). Kevin Garnett, Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and Gary Payton share the NBA record with nine NBA All-Defensive First Team selections. Gobert has also been named once on the All-Defensive Second Team, giving him nine selections overall. Only five players in NBA history have received the recognition at least 10 times, with Tim Duncan holding the all-time record at 15.

San Antonio Spurs forward/center Victor Wembanyama will head into Game 3 against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday night knowing he has been named to the NBA's All-Defensive First Team for the second time in his career. He also earned the honor during his rookie campaign in 2023-24. The French star didn't make the cut last year after appearing in only 46 games. This season, Wembanyama was the only unanimous selection for the All-Defensive First Team. It doesn't come as a surprise, given that Wembanyama was also named the first-ever unanimous Defensive Player of the Year this season. Wembanyama led the NBA in blocks for a third consecutive campaign, swatting away 3.1 shots a night.

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell will return to the starting lineup in Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals against the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports. Mitchell has started six of the Thunder's 10 postseason games, but he had to settle for a reserve role at the start of the Conference Finals after Jalen Williams (hamstring) was cleared to return to the lineup. With Williams now back on the shelf, Mitchell will get a new opportunity to run with the starters. As a starter in the 2026 playoffs, Mitchell has posted averages of 21.2 points, 3.7 rebounds, 5.3 assists, and 1.2 steals.

San Antonio Spurs point guard De'Aaron Fox (ankle) will rejoin the lineup on Friday night in Game 3 against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The star guard missed the first two games of the series due to an ankle injury. According to reports, Fox is dealing with a pretty bad injury that would keep him out of regular-season games. It will be interesting to see how effective he will be in Friday's contest. Fox has averaged 18.8 points, 3.5 rebounds, 5.8 assists, and 1.1 steals in 33.3 minutes per game during the playoffs. He will presumably reclaim his starting spot, bumping Dylan Harper (adductor) to the bench.

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (hamstring) has been ruled out for Game 3 against the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night. Unfortunately, Williams won't be able to play through a left hamstring injury he sustained in Game 2. The team initially listed Williams as questionable for Friday's contest. Cason Wallace started the second half in Williams' place in Game 2 and could have a larger role once again. At the same time, Ajay Mitchell has previously started in Williams' absence. Guys like Isaiah Joe and Jared McCain could pick up extra shifts in the rotation as well.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden tallied 18 points, six rebounds, two assists, two steals, and three three-pointers in Thursday's 109-93 Game 2 loss to the New York Knicks. The 36-year-old shot 6-for-15 from the field and 3-for-3 at the line, but his low assist total was a problem on a night when Cleveland's offense stalled badly. The Cavaliers shot only 38.8 percent overall and 9-for-35 from three-point range, falling into a 2-0 series hole. Harden can still supply scoring and steals, but Cleveland needs more playmaking from him in Game 3.

Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Evan Mobley chipped in 14 points, six rebounds, three assists, and two blocks in Thursday's 109-93 Game 2 loss to the New York Knicks, knocking down two threes on 5-for-8 shooting. The 2024-25 Defensive Player of the Year stretched the floor and protected the rim, but his rebounding dropped off sharply from the 14 boards he grabbed in Game 1. Cleveland's frontcourt simply couldn't generate enough second-chance offense once an 18-0 Knicks third-quarter run flipped the game. Mobley remains a steady multi-category contributor whose blocks, boards, and improving outside touch give him a high fantasy floor even on a down scoring night. With the series shifting to Rocket Arena, expect his interior workload against Karl-Anthony Towns to climb in a near-elimination Game 3.