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Conley

Conley has been a non-factor in fantasy basketball for most of the season, but he was able to provide Minnesota with a scoring punch in this game. He tied his season-high for both points and assists while still contributing solid assist and steal numbers. Conley’s minutes have dropped from 28.9 last season to 25.3 this year, which has contributed to his 9-cat value dropping outside the top-100. This was one of his best games of the season, but managers shouldn’t expect a resurgence from Conley in 2025.

Conley got off to a poor start to this season, but he has played well since returning from a three-game absence due to a toe sprain. His field goal percentage still hasn’t been great, but the numbers in the box score have been solid. His return has bumped Rob Dillingham out of the rotation entirely, since Conley has played more than 30 minutes in each of his last two games. Conley should continue to be a solid source of assists, steals and 3-pointers for the rest of the season.

Conley playing 32 minutes after missing three games with a toe injury is encouraging, even if he didn’t shoot the ball particularly well. His presence in the lineup meant far less playing time for rookie Rob Dillingham, who shined in Tuesday’s loss to the Rockets. Dillingham only played six minutes on Wednesday and remains an option for dynasty leagues only.

Conley is back after missing three games with a toe injury. His return means the struggling Donte DiVincenzo moves to the bench, and standard league managers who have him rostered will have to consider moving on if the “Big Ragu” doesn’t turn things around soon.

Conley missed the last three games dealing with the toe injury. Donte DiVincenzo and Nickeil Alexander-Walker have each seen starts in Conley’s absence, but both will return to the bench and play less minutes now that the 37-year-old has returned to the lineup.

This will be a third straight absence for Conley, with Donte DiVincenzo and Nickeil Alexander-Walker each seeing starts over the last two games. DiVincenzo got the start in their last game, but both players should play extra minutes with Conley sidelined.

Conley has missed the last two games with Nickeil Alexander-Walker taking his spot in the starting lineup. He would be on the streaming radar again if Conley can’t play against the Rockets Tuesday. Donte DiVincenzo will also continue to see a boost to his fantasy value if Conley is out again.

Conley will miss a second consecutive game, meaning Nickeil Alexander-Walker remains in the starting lineup. NAW didn’t play well in Thursday’s loss to Toronto, but Minnesota’s lack of options at point guard makes him a must-stream. Donte DiVincenzo’s fantasy value will also be boosted with Conley sidelined.

Conley will be sidelined for just the second time this season. Nickeil Alexander-Walker will slide into the starting unit in his place, though there will be a few minutes off the bench for Rob Dillingham.

Conley’s numbers are down across the board in what appears to be a healthy season. His poor shooting has significantly lowered his fantasy value but there’s plenty of time for a mid-season turnaround. Nickeil Alexander-Walker will likely benefit the most if Conley is ruled out.