Nerlens Noel Blocks Four Shots In Return To Starting Lineup
Nerlens Noel put up a strong effort on both ends in his return to the starting lineup on Monday. Noel scored eight points with 11 boards while blocking four shots and recording two steals in 30 minutes of a 98-88 loss to the Heat. The 26-year-old big man had garnered several starts with Mitchell Robinson sidelined with a hand injury, though the latter is unfortunately expected to be out for the rest of the year with a broken foot. Noel had his own injury scare with his shoulder, though he appears to be fine. He won't offer much in the way of scoring, though he's averaging over two blocks and a steal per game this year, which makes him extra valuable in both DFS and category formats alike.
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Nerlens Noel, Alec Burks Heading To Detroit
Nerlens Noel and guard Alec Burks to the Detroit Pistons, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. The Knicks are also sending two future second rounders and cash. The move is likely being made by New York to free up cap space to sign free agent guard Jalen Brunson. Noel and Burks are due a combined $19 million this year. As for the Pistons, the franchise will be taking on a pair of expiring contracts with team options for the 2023-24 season. With the extra $19 million against the team's cap, it's perhaps less likely that the Pistons will be in on the Deandre Ayton sweepstakes this summer.
Source: Adrian Wojnarowski
The New York Knicks are trading center Source: Adrian Wojnarowski
Knicks Are Looking To Move Nerlens Noel
Nerlens Noel is reportedly one of the players that the organization would like to trade this summer. The 28-year-old has spent each of the last two seasons in New York. He is a solid defender and a decent option off the bench, assuming he can stay healthy. Sadly, Noel has problems with staying on the court. He missed the final two months of the regular season. The Knicks feel comfortable with Mitchell Robinson and Jericho Sims at the center spot. That being said, they appear to be open with moving Noel this offseason. The veteran big man is owed over $9 million for next season. Wherever he lands, Noel is unlikely to be a fantasy factor in most formats.
Source: Jake Fischer
New York Knicks center Source: Jake Fischer
Nerlens Noel Won't Play Versus Detroit
Nerlens Noel (foot) won't suit up against the Pistons on Sunday. The veteran hasn't played since early February because of a sore left foot, and there's a good chance he won't return for the remainder of the year. Julius Randle (quadriceps) is questionable, so Obi Toppin, Jericho Sims, and Taj Gibson could continue to get extra work. However, Toppin has the most fantasy upside out of that trio by far.
Source: NBA Injury Report
New York Knicks center Source: NBA Injury Report
Nerlens Noel Still Dealing With Foot Soreness
Nerlens Noel (foot) won't play on Sunday versus the Utah Jazz. This shouldn't surprise anyone, primarily since the veteran hasn't played since early February. As a result, Mitchell Robinson remains in play as a viable fantasy option in all formats. Obi Toppin and Jericho Sims may also continue to receive extra minutes, although neither man offers much from a production standpoint.
Source: NBA Injury Report
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