Naji

Marshall

Marshall has been a solid fantasy option since Luka Doncic injured his wrist, even if he’s only been an 11th-round player over the last week. Marshall’s lack of defensive production is why he’s rated so low, but his recent offensive production makes him well worth the risk. Dallas ends Week 6 with a road back-to-back against Utah and Portland, which is a prime opportunity for Marshall to build on his recent success.

Thompson hasn’t played since Sunday’s overtime loss to the Hawks. Naji Marshall will continue to start with Spencer Dinwiddie getting more minutes off the bench in Klay’s absence.

Both guards missed Monday’s game, which was the second night of a back-to-back. There is a chance that they remain sidelined against New York, which would allow Naji Marshall and Jaden Hardy to remain in the starting unit for another game, with Spencer Dinwiddie taking on extra minutes off the bench.

Once again, Marshall stepped up to provide value to the Mavericks with Luka Doncic sidelined. Over the last week, he’s averaged nearly 21 points per game despite coming off the bench more often than not. Marshall started on Monday and shot 75% from the field. Rostered in 17% of Yahoo leagues, he’s worth streaming until Doncic returns.

In addition to Luka Doncic, the Mavericks are without Klay Thompson and Quentin Grimes for Monday’s game. As a result, Hardy and Marshall move into the starting lineup, with the latter being worthy of streaming consideration. Hardy is more of a wild card than Marshall, who has played well in the Mavericks’ games without Doncic.

It sounds like there’s a bug going around Dallas’ locker room, and Irving and Grimes are in danger of sitting out against the Hawks. Luka Doncic is already out, and Klay Thompson is questionable. Reserves like Jaden Hardy, Naji Marshall and Spencer Dinwiddie could see massive bumps in playing time for the shorthanded Mavs.

Thompson played Sunday in an OT loss to the Heat, and his potential absence on Monday could be precautionary on the second night of a back-to-back set. If he’s unable to go, Naji Marshall could slot into the starting five, with Spencer Dinwiddie logging extra minutes off the bench.

Marshall’s tenure with the Mavs started off slow, but he has figured things out this month. He has scored in double figures in three straight games and set a new season-high for scoring in this game. The injury that kept PJ Washington sidelined for a bit and allowed Marshall to start kickstarted his production, but he played well even with Washington back in the mix. However, he hasn’t been able to contribute value in multiple categories with consistency, which makes him difficult to roster.

Rostered in 8% of Yahoo leagues, Marshall is ranked just outside the top 150 in 9-cat per-game value. He’ll have value when the Mavericks are down starters, especially P.J. Washington, but there isn’t much need to have him rostered otherwise.

Doncic and Marshall are good to go after initially being questionable for Saturday’s contest. While the former will take on his usual role within the Mavericks’ rotation, the latter will see his minutes take a hit. PJ Washington (knee) is also available, resulting in fewer opportunities for Marshall.