Team Profile
Sacramento Kings
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113.0 10thOffensive Rating
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108.0 23rdDefensive Rating
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5.0 7thNet Rating
2024 Team Stats
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Points per game116.5 5th
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Points per game Against112.5 13th
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Rebounds per game43.3 15th
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Assists per game25.0 20th
Indiana Pacers forward Doug McDermott (calf) is available Wednesday against the Detroit Pistons. The veteran sharpshooter last played on February 26th and missed 10 consecutive contests due to a right calf strain. He has been average for the Pacers this season. When healthy, McDermott has averaged 4.7 points and 1.0 assists in 13.3 minutes per game during his last 18 outings. Coming back after missing a lengthy period, the 32-year-old will likely see limited minutes.
Sacramento Kings guard/forward Kevin Huerter (shoulder) has been ruled out for Wednesday's contest against the Raptors. He injured his left shoulder mere minutes into Monday's matchup against Memphis and has landed on the injury report with a dislocation of the shoulder, meaning Huerter could be out long-term. He will likely be replaced in the starting unit by Keon Ellis, with Chris Duarte also getting a chance to play a bigger part in the proceedings. Ellis' fantasy stock has already been on the rise due to his defensive capabilities, and a larger role should provide him with a further boost.
Indiana Pacers forward Doug McDermott (calf) is questionable Wednesday against the Detroit Pistons. He last played on February 26th, and he's in danger of missing 11 consecutive contests. However, him being listed as questionable instead of out is good news for Indiana. If the veteran forward cannot suit up due to a right calf strain, Jarace Walker, Obi Toppin and Ben Sheppard could see more playing time. Unfortunately, the four forwards aren't solid fantasy options for Wednesday's matchup.
Sacramento Kings guard/forward Kevin Huerter exited Monday's contest against Memphis after only two minutes due to a shoulder injury. He hurt his left shoulder as Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane fouled him when Huerter tried to finish off a fastbreak with a dunk. Huerter has struggled to perform in recent weeks, and the injury is a fresh blow for him. Keon Ellis was Huerter's replacement in the starting unit last week when he missed a game against the Lakers, and the same change could happen Wednesday versus Toronto if it's a serious injury for Huerter. Ellis is mostly known for his defensive work, and he had a whopping five blocks on Monday, but the 24-year-old also did some damage offensively against the Lakers last week with three triples and 14 points.
Indiana Pacers forward Doug McDermott (calf) will remain out of the lineup on Monday versus Cleveland. We haven't seen the sharpshooter on the court since Feb. 26, and Monday will mark his 10th consecutive absence. With McDermott unavailable, Jarace Walker and Obi Toppin have a chance to earn more minutes as backup forwards, while Ben Sheppard also benefits off the bench. The latter has actually seen the biggest rise in playing time recently. Sheppard has yet to show good enough consistency to be regarded as a good fantasy option.