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Camara

While his defensive production was muted on Sunday, Camara shot the ball well against the Knicks after struggling against the Kings on Thursday. The second-year wing has reached double figures in seven of his last eight games and is ranked just outside the top 50 in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. Given the improved offensive output and his value to the Trail Blazers, Camara should be rostered in more than 49 percent of Yahoo! leagues. Also, Portland plays four games during Week 22.

Camara will be good to go after initially being listed as questionable with this foot injury. He’ll occupy his typical spot in the starting unit, where he has provided third-round value in nine-cat leagues over the past two weeks.

Camara’s improved offense and consistent defensive production have made him a valuable fantasy asset this season. Since the All-Star break, he has offered top 50 value in nine-cat formats. If Camara cannot play, Kris Murray may be tapped to fill the void in the starting lineup. However, he has offered limited fantasy value when allowed to start.

Rostered in 47 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Camara may be undervalued, especially with the Trail Blazers continuing to play without Jerami Grant. Over the past two weeks, the second-year wing has provided seventh-round value in eight-cat formats. Camara’s offensive output has improved, and his defensive value has always been present. His run since the All-Star break has made Camara more valuable in the short term, and it should also positively impact his ADP in the fall.

Camara is back after missing Monday’s win over the Wizards. His return means Kris Murray will come off the bench, where he offers limited fantasy value.

Camara sat out Monday’s win over the Wizards, with Kris Murray replacing him in the starting lineup. While the second-year forward only scored five points, he was also responsible for 10 rebounds and four steals. Another player for fantasy managers to consider if they’re looking for defensive production is Matisse Thybulle, who recorded five steals and one blocked shot in 22 minutes off the bench.

Camara will miss this game after playing well on Sunday. That will leave a void in the starting unit, which could be filled by Scoot Henderson, Kris Murray or Dalano Banton. All three should see extra minutes regardless of who starts.

Camara lands on the injury report after scoring 21 points in Sunday’s win over the Raptors. He has been incredibly valuable since the All-Star break, providing top-50 value in nine-cat formats. If Camara cannot play, Kris Murray and Dalano Banton will pick up additional minutes. Banton offers a higher ceiling, but the priority may be to play the former first-round pick (Murray) if Camara sits.

Camara’s name may not come up in conversations regarding the NBA’s most improved players, but the Blazers must be pleased with what they’ve seen from him. The second-year forward recorded his first 20-point game since February 22, but the all-around production has made him a reliable asset in fantasy basketball. Since the All-Star break, Camara has provided top-50 value in nine-cat formats. Portland begins a four-game Week 20 on Monday when the Wizards visit.

Camara did not provide much value as a scorer, which is a departure from what he’s done since the All-Star break. However, he spent most of Sunday’s game harassing Cade Cunningham, who committed eight turnovers. Improved offensively, Camara has established himself as one of the NBA’s best defenders. He has also been more of an asset to fantasy managers than expected, providing top-100 value in nine-cat formats. Since the break, Camara has been ranked just outside the top-50. The only reason his rostership percentage of 51 percent of Yahoo! leagues is deserved is because of Portland’s schedule. The Blazers play 10 games during weeks 19-21.