Published on: Oct 22, 2021 3:30 pm IST|Updated on: Oct 22, 2021 1:49 pm IST
What a start to the NBA season! Curry has already launched the gauntlet with a 45 points performance, LaMelo Ball has shown he is the future, and there is much more in the store. To add to the heroics, In this match, the Nikola Jokic-led Denver Nuggets meet a rebuilding San Antonio Spurs. More about DEN vs SAS Dream11 such as injury report, stats, and projected fantasy points will be given here.
Nuggets come off a strong outing versus Suns, piling up a second-half comeback. In that game, Nikola Jokic showed the world, why he is the MVP and Will Barton made a case for being included in the Fantasy lineup. Nuggets as a whole present terrific balance although a lack of substantial PG option can hurt them a bit till Jamal Murray returns. Meanwhile, Michael Porter Jr. will look to build on his exploits from last season.
San Antonio Spurs is clearly in a rebuilding mode. The team shipped off DeMar DeRozan, parted ways with long-term member Patty Mills and this is the new Spurs era. Is there promise in the team? Yes, quite a lot. DeJounte Murray is an all-around threat, Devin Vassell has shown talent, and Keldon Johnson can make this team his own. How will the youngsters respond to the flurry of minutes? They did win the last game but will it be a 50%+ win season? There can be a doubt cast over that.
Home: Denver Nuggets Visitors: San Antonio Spurs Match Timing: 23 October, @ 06:30 AM Venue: Ball Arena
The contest will take place at Ball Arena which is the home floor of the Denver Nuggets. It has a seating capacity of 20,000.
Denver Nuggets | San Antonio Spurs Games: 01 | 01 Wins: 01 | 01 Defeats: 00| 00
Nikola Jokic is a dream fantasy player and option for Star/Pro Player in the Dream11 NBA fantasy scheme.
DeJounte Murray is the most effective all-around player for the Spurs.
*last game stats* Nikola Jokic (DEN) Points: 27 Rebounds: 13 Assists: 02 Steals: 02 Jokic is the reigning MVP and played like one in the opening. He led the team in points and rebounds, which is hardly a surprise. He is heading for another 25-30 PPG, 11-13 RPG, and 4-6 APG season it seems. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 50-59
Jakob Poeltl (SAS) Points: 12 Rebounds: 13 Assists: 07 Jakob led the Spurs in rebounds and assists in the last game. The Center will like to replicate such numbers throughout the season. he can become a consistent fantasy option down the line. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 30-38
Michael Porter Jr. (DEN) Points: 15 Rebounds: 06 Assists: 05 Steals: 02 Porter Jr. is coming off a strong 2020-21 campaign and had a decent opener. The Forward will look to become a better assists maker as he did in the opener. As for his scoring and rebounding, he may be heading for a 20-22 PPG and 7-9 RPG season Expected Fantasy Points Range: 40-48
DeJounte Murray (SAS) Points: 15 Rebounds: 06 Assists: 08 Steals: 04 Murray is a dream fantasy player for two reasons. First, he is a triple-double threat, and second, he gets those high-yielding steals. With DeRozan out of the Spurs scene, he will see the ball a lot in his control. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 42-54
Will Barton (DEN) Points: 20 Rebounds: 06 Assists: 05 Steals: 01 Barton is one of those players who can do a little bit of everything. The guard has developed into a more-than-decent option on both ends of the floor. After a strong opener, he has built a foundation for another riveting season. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 28-37
Derrick White Points: 16 Rebounds: 04 Assists: 04 Steals: 01 White has a chance to seal substantial production on a team that is rebuilding. He has the ability to bury jumpers and can also break defenses with his dribbling. Is this is a 15 PPG type of season for him? Expected Fantasy Points Range: 25-32
Aaron Gordon (DEN) Points: 12 Rebounds: 08 Assists: 04 Blocks: 01 Aaron provides serviceable production at the Forward position. He doesn’t take many bad shots and his efficiency helps the team to navigate the offense well. A strong rebounder, a decent passer, and a fighting defender, Gordon provides superb minutes. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 28-35
Devin Vassell(SAS) Points: 19 Rebounds: 02 Assists: 05 Steals: 02 Devin has entered just his second year and had an explosive start to his season, leading the team in points. In a young team, he will receive a decent amount of minutes and can build his game at a quick rate. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 23-30
Jeff Green(DEN) Points: 13 Rebounds: 01 Assists: 01 Jeff remains a scoring threat even in his late years, indicating his talent level. The Forward has given viable production for a number of teams over the years. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 12-19
Lonnie Walker IV(SAS) Points: 17 Rebounds: 06 Assists: 03 Steals: 01 Blocks: 01 Lonnie is a young guard with a lot of potentials. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 29-40
Keldon Johnson(SAS) Points: 15 Rebounds: 04 Assists: 01 PF Keldon has shown a lot of potential in his early career. Can he become a better rebounder? Expected Fantasy Points Range: 26-32
OTHER MAJOR PICKS
Monte Morris (DEN) poured in 9 points in the last game. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 18-24 Doug McDermott(SAS) reeled in 12 points in the last game. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 15-20
Facundo Campazzo(DEN) can chip in with points and assists. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 13-20
(Expected) PF: Keldon Johnson SF: Doug McDermott C: Jakob Poeltl SG: Derrick White PG: DeJounte Murray
BENCH: Drew Eubanks, Keita Baites-Diop, Jock Landale, Tre Jones, Bryn Forbes, Lonnie Walker IV, Devin Vassell, Joshua Primo, Thaddeus Young.
San Antonio Spurs Squad: DeJounte Murray, Derrick White, Jakob Poeltl, Doug McDermott, Keldon Johnson, Drew Eubanks, Keita Baites-Diop, Jock Landale, Tre Jones, Bryn Forbes, Lonnie Walker IV, Devin Vassell, Joshua Primo, Thaddeus Young.
(Expected) PF: Aaron Gordon SF: Michael Porter Jr. C: Nikola Jokic SG: Will Barton PG: Monte Morris
BENCH: Jamal Muray, PJ Dozier, Jeff Green, Austin Rivers, Bol Bol, Markus Howard, Zeke Nnaji, Petr Cornelie, Tarik Black, Davon Reed, Matt Ryan, Nah’shon Hyland, Vlatko Cancar.
Denver Nuggets Squad: Nikola Jokic, Jamal Muray, Michael Porter Jr., Will Barton, Aaron Gordon, Facundo Campazzo, Monte Morris, PJ Dozier, Jeff Green, Austin Rivers, JaMychal Green, Bol Bol, Markus Howard, Zeke Nnaji, Petr Cornelie, Nah’shon Hyland, Vlatko Cancar. Check out Fantasy Cricket articles here. Also, keep a tab on Fantasy Football.
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