Dylan Harper Remains a Bright Spot for San Antonio
San Antonio Spurs rookie guard Dylan Harper supplied a spark off the bench in Friday's 105-104 Game 2 loss to the New York Knicks, finishing with 15 points, six rebounds, three assists, and one steal. The No. 2 pick in the 2025 draft scored efficiently inside, going 6-for-12 from the field and 3-for-4 at the line while missing all three of his triples. He was one of the few bright spots in the defeat, posting a team-high plus-12 despite the 2-0 series hole. Harper's bench role behind De'Aaron Fox caps his ceiling, but the efficient scoring and rotation minutes keep him a usable DFS option for Monday's Game 3.
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Source: NBA
De'Aaron Fox Shoots Well in a Loss to the Knicks
San Antonio Spurs guard De'Aaron Fox recorded 20 points, five assists, three rebounds, one steal, and one block in Friday's 105-104 Game 2 loss to the New York Knicks. The former Kentucky Wildcat shot a highly efficient 8-for-12 from the field, including 2-for-2 from three-point range. Despite his scoring touch, Fox struggled with ball security, committing four turnovers. His performance wasn't enough to prevent San Antonio from falling into a 2-0 hole in the NBA Finals. The veteran point guard remains a crucial offensive engine next to Victor Wembanyama and will need to maintain his aggression as the series shifts to Madison Square Garden.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Victor Wembanyama Scores 29 Points in Game 2 Loss
San Antonio Spurs forward/center Victor Wembanyama bounced back from a rough Game 1 showing in Friday's 105-104 loss to the New York Knicks, finishing with 29 points, nine rebounds, two assists, two steals, four blocks, and two three-pointers. The 22-year-old went 11-for-21 from the field and 5-for-8 at the line, giving fantasy managers the across-the-board production they have come to expect. The late-game sequence hurt, as Wembanyama committed a costly turnover and missed the potential winner, but his workload and defensive stats remain elite. San Antonio now trails 2-0, so he should stay heavily featured as the series shifts to New York.
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Source: NBA
OG Anunoby Anchors Knicks' Defense in Finals Game 2
New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby provided a steady two-way presence in Friday's 105-104 Game 2 win over the San Antonio Spurs, finishing with 17 points, four rebounds, three assists, two steals, and two blocks. The former Raptor shot 5-for-10 from the field, 2-for-5 from deep, and a perfect 5-for-5 at the line while drawing the primary assignment on Victor Wembanyama. His biggest moment came late, when he sank three free throws after a Julian Champagnie foul to retake the lead. Anunoby's three-and-D role gives him a dependable DFS floor, with that defensive workload and timely shooting keeping his line steady behind Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns.
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Mikal Bridges Helps Knicks Secure a Game 2 Victory
New York Knicks guard/forward Mikal Bridges recorded 20 points, six rebounds, six assists, one steal, and four three-pointers in Friday's 105-104 Game 2 win over the San Antonio Spurs. The former Villanova standout was highly efficient on the offensive end, shooting 8-for-13 from the floor and 4-for-6 from three-point range. His efforts helped the Knicks secure a narrow victory and take a 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals. Bridges has been a vital two-way presence for New York throughout the postseason, providing timely outside shooting alongside Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns. He remains a reliable fantasy performer as the series shifts to Madison Square Garden for Game 3 on Monday.
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Source: NBA
Karl-Anthony Towns Records Another Finals Double-Double
New York Knicks forward/center Karl-Anthony Towns finished Friday's Game 2 win over the San Antonio Spurs with 21 points, 13 rebounds, four assists, one block, one steal, and three three-pointers in a 105-104 victory. He went 8-for-12 from the field and 2-for-2 at the line, giving New York a clean scoring option around the basket and from deep. Towns also spent key stretches battling Victor Wembanyama as the Knicks moved ahead 2-0 in the NBA Finals. After posting 18 points and 12 rebounds in Game 1, Towns has opened the series with back-to-back double-doubles, keeping his fantasy profile elite even when the late-game offense runs through Jalen Brunson and Mikal Bridges.
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Jalen Brunson Overcomes Cold Night to Seal Game 2
New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson overcame a brutal shooting night in Friday's 105-104 Game 2 win over the San Antonio Spurs, finishing with 20 points, five rebounds, six assists, and five steals. The Knicks captain misfired often, going 7-for-25 from the field and 2-for-8 from deep, though he hit 4-for-5 at the line. Brunson buried a game-tying jumper down the stretch and sank the decisive free throw after a Victor Wembanyama collision. The cold shooting aside, his six assists and five steals kept the fantasy line productive, and that shot volume points to a bounce-back in Monday's Game 3 as New York carries a 2-0 series lead.
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Kings Want to Trade Their Larger Contracts
The Sacramento Kings are reportedly looking to offload one or more of their larger contracts, according to James Ham. This is not surprising with the Kings having Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan, and Domantas Sabonis all under big deals heading into next season. The Kings would like to dump some salaries, but usually that comes with giving up draft picks as well. A team that is likely headed towards a rebuild is probably hesitant to give up a bunch of draft capital. Sabonis would probably be the easiest player to move given his age and upside. The Kings are going to have a tough time unloading the contracts of DeRozan or LaVine, but they need to at least feel out potential deals.
Source: James Ham
Source: James Ham
Darius Acuff Jr. Works Out for Bulls
The Chicago Bulls had Arkansas guard Darius Acuff Jr. in town for a workout on Friday, according to Jonathan Wasserman. Acuff has also worked out for the Brooklyn Nets and has workouts with the Milwaukee Bucks and the Brooklyn Nets coming up. Acuff is being viewed as a potential top-5 pick, so it's not surprising that he's getting a lot of attention. He averaged 23.5 points, 6.4 assists, and 0.8 steals across 35.1 minutes per game in 35 contests with Arkansas this season. The rebuilding Bulls could use another guard after trading Coby White last season. Acuff is an interesting option for them, and likely a top-10 pick in this upcoming draft.
Source: Jonathan Wasserman
Source: Jonathan Wasserman
Jaime Jaquez Jr. Could Get Traded
Miami Heat forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. might've played his final game with the organization. The trade rumors have been flying around that Jaquez is being pursued by contenders. Jaquez is reportedly one of the names mentioned in a potential blockbuster deal for Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo. When asked about the situation, Jaquez said that's just how things are when you're part of the Heat organization. It doesn't sound like Jaquez is thrilled about the potential trade, but he wants to focus on growing his game this offseason. This past season, Jaquez averaged 15.4 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 4.7 assists across 28.3 minutes per game in 75 contests. His fantasy value would likely be on the rise if he's traded to Milwaukee, where he'd be a focal point in that rotation.
Source: Miami Herald
Source: Miami Herald
Mitchell Robinson is Upgraded to Available for Game 2
New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (finger) has been upgraded to available ahead of Friday's Game 2 against the San Antonio Spurs. Robinson suffered a broken pinky finger during the Eastern Conference Finals. Despite the injury, Robinson was able to suit up for the first game of this series. He finished with two points and six rebounds across 13 minutes of action. He's available once again and figures to play a similar role on Friday. Robinson might get a slightly longer leash now that the Knicks have seen he can play with the finger injury. Karl-Anthony Towns is going to play around 35 minutes, so Robinson is limited to minutes in the teens. With that being said, Robinson isn't an ideal fantasy option.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
De'Aaron Fox Struggles Again Wednesday Night
San Antonio Spurs point guard De'Aaron Fox managed only seven points as the team was defeated by the New York Knicks 105-95 in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Wednesday. He was the Spurs' lowest-scoring starter, going 3-for-13 from the field and 0-for-4 from three-point range. Across 38 minutes of action, Fox also tallied four rebounds, five assists, and one steal. The two-time All-Star has now finished three of the last four games with single-digit points. He's been hampered by an ankle injury in the playoffs and hasn't shown the sharpness we usually expect from the explosive guard.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Dylan Harper Turns Heads in Finals Opener
San Antonio Spurs guard Dylan Harper molded a hot start into a 16-point, eight-rebound effort in his NBA Finals debut on Wednesday against the New York Knicks. With Harper on fire, the Spurs dominated early, but they struggled in the second half and lost the series opener 105-95. Harper, who finished 6-for-10 from the floor, also had one assist and one steal. The 20-year-old rookie impressed with his maturity and wasn't fazed by the occasion. You could say he was San Antonio's best player, as many of Harper's teammates failed to meet their usual standards. After a slump midway through the Western Conference Finals, Harper has come back strong. He's gone 62.9% from the field over the last three games, averaging 15.3 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 2.7 assists.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Stephon Castle Close to Double-Double in Game 1 Loss to Knicks
San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle finished a 105-95 loss to the New York Knicks in Wednesday's Finals opener with 17 points, eight rebounds, and three assists. This was his first outing in eight games without any defensive stats. San Antonio struggled to score consistently in Game 1, and it also impacted Castle, who was 7-for-16 from the field and 1-for-5 from behind the arc. With the team desperate to avoid a 2-0 series deficit on home court Friday night, Castle should be determined to make a bigger impact. The 2025 Rookie of the Year has averaged 19.1 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 6.5 assists during his first postseason campaign.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Victor Wembanyama Notches 26 Points in Finals Debut
San Antonio Spurs forward/center Victor Wembanyama scored a team-high 26 points in Wednesday's 105-95 Game 1 loss in the 2026 NBA Finals against the New York Knicks. He also led the Spurs with 12 rebounds and amassed two assists, one steal, and three blocks. The 22-year-old superstar cooked up a decent line in his Finals debut, though things were far from perfect. Wembanyama committed a game-high six turnovers and finished 6-for-21 from the field, going 2-for-9 from downtown. Nearly half of his points came via a 12-for-13 effort at the charity stripe. After the game, Wembanyama openly admitted he was bad on Wednesday night. He'll aim to rebound in Game 2 on Friday.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
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