
New York Knicks forward Bojan Bogdanovic will play on Saturday night versus the Indiana Pacers. The veteran was traded from Detroit ahead of the deadline. In 28 games with the Pistons this season, he averaged 20.2 points, 3.4 rebounds, and shot an impressive 41.5% from behind the arc. Bogdanovic could need a few games to adjust to how things operate in New York. However, with Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles), Julius Randle (shoulder), and OG Anunoby (elbow) out, Bogdanovic may be thrown into the deep end immediately, giving him a higher ceiling than anticipated in his first game with the Knicks. His outlook will be even brighter if Jalen Brunson (ankle) misses another game.


According to Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle, guard Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring) will be available on Saturday against the New York Knicks. The 23-year-old missed nine games in January because of a hamstring issue. Unfortunately, he's been limited since returning, logging 22 minutes or fewer in four of his previous six appearances. Haliburton is ramping up his playing time, which is good news. However, fantasy managers may not see him back to 100% until at least after the All-Star break.


According to Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd, forward PJ Washington will play on Saturday versus the Thunder. Washington has shown flashes of promise since entering the league in 2019. He's averaged 13.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks in 304 games with the Hornets. However, the 25-year-old hasn't had a consistent role in Charlotte over the last season or two. But Washington could carve out a routine spot in the Mavs' rotation, even if he doesn't start consistently, which is good news for his fantasy outlook in Dallas. Of course, he'll need to battle Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving for offensive chances. Yet, those guys often battle injuries, which is a plus for Washington's fantasy managers. At the same time, the 2019 No. 12 overall pick can produce in other ways outside of the scoring column.


According to Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd, center Daniel Gafford will play on Saturday versus OKC. Gafford was with the Wizards since halfway through the 2020-21 campaign. However, he's coming off his best season in Washington, averaging 10.9 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 2.2 blocks in 45 appearances. Although the 25-year-old won't start, he could see a generous workload, with Dereck Lively II (nose) recently undergoing surgery. Gafford's presence isn't good news for Maxi Kleber, who has gotten more action during Lively's absence. But when Lively returns, Gafford's fantasy ceiling could decrease significantly.


Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (thumb) will play on Saturday versus Oklahoma City. Irving missed several games recently because of a sprained thumb. Although he's appeared on the injury report since returning for the February 5 meeting with Philly, he's been out there. Not only that, but Irving has played at a quality level in the last three games, so fantasy managers can confidently keep the former Net in the starting lineup.
