News: Nets C Brook Lopez had a combined 42 points and rebounds in his fourth double-double of the season Tuesday against the Pacers, equaling the mark he set in the season opener, when he had 27 points and 15 rebounds. He had 26 points and a season-high 16 rebounds Tuesday. He also equaled a season high with five blocks.

Analysis: After few so-so performances early, Lopez is beginning to look like one of the elite centers in Fantasy, averaging 19.2 points and 10.3 rebounds over his last six games. He's emerging like we thought he would for a Nets team deprived of talent. Clearly, you want him active

Brook Lopez had 26 points, 16 rebounds, three assists, a steal and five blocks in Tuesday's loss to the Pacers. Yeah, he hit just 10-of-27 shots tonight, but he's going to have a big season in the middle for the Nets. Hopefully owners stuck with him through some poor performances, including Friday's 1-of-12 shooting night.

Brook Lopez collected 26 points and 16 rebounds on Tuesday, but it wasn't enough as the Nets fell to the Pacers 91-83.

Our View: Lopez blocked an impressive five shots in the game as well and had an all-around fantasy gem. He had three double-doubles coming into Tuesday's game, but this effort was by far his finest of the season. His point and rebound totals are current highs.

News: Nets PF Yi Jianlian will miss another 3-4 weeks after spraining his right knee in early November, according to The Associated Press.

Analysis: Yi was starting for the Nets and averaging 9.8 points and 7.5 rebounds at the time of his injury. He has yet to live up to his potential but has his best chance yet on a rebuilding team. He'll need to get healthy first, though. He's worth using as a low-end forward in mixed leagues when healthy

Yi Jianlian said he expects to be out about 4 weeks - until late November - but left open the possibility of returning sooner, or later, than that. "They say maybe four weeks, but we have to see how it's going. Maybe earlier," Yi said Wednesday morning. The uncertainty surrounding Yi's return is discouraging, so feel free to make a move or cut him if it suits your team. Regardless, Yi will be out a while.Source: Newark Star-Ledger

Yi said his sprained right knee will keep him out at least three weeks, the New York Daily News reports.

Spin: "It will probably take about four weeks, maybe five, maybe four," said Yi, who was injured in Monday's loss to the Bobcats. Eduardo Najera will start at power forward Wednesday night against Denver, but coach Lawrence Frank said he'll re-evaluate the power forward spot on a game-to-game basis. Josh Boone is also an option for the coach.Wed, Nov 4

Hassell logged 37 minutes in Tuesday's loss to Indiana, but was only scored four points on one-of-three shooting.

Spin: This was only Hassell's second poor outing in the past six games in which he's been in the starting lineup. Coach Lawrence Frank stated that even when the Nets starters return, they're going to have to earn their minutes back, so Hassell's role looks safe for the time being.Tue, Nov 17

Coach Lawrence Frank plans to start the 6'5 Hassell at power forward Tuesday versus Indiana, Nets Daily reports.

Spin: The plan is to neutralize Indiana's Danny Granger, who shoots around ten 3's per game, and gets to the line with regularity. If Hassell and contain Granger, the Nets have a shot an earning that elusive first victory, so expect big minutes from Hassell tonight.Tue, Nov 17

Hassell scored 17 points (5-12 FG, 7-7 FT) with six rebounds and one steal in 43 minutes on Saturday.

Spin: Hassell got the start and played more minutes than any other Net even with Chris Douglas-Roberts returning to full strength. He is making a strong case for a short-term pickup in deeper leagues.Sat, Nov 14

The Nets haven't had many highlights in their NBA-worst 0-10 start, and former first-round pick Sean Williams hasn't had many bright spots in an underachieving career. Maybe Saturday's great game in Miami will give the Nets more confidence in Willi...

MIAMI -- On some nights, Sean Williams had been the eighth man in a seven-man Nets rotation. He said he has tried to stay ready. Last night, he was. Summoned with 2:48 left in the third quarter, he had an immediate impact. He had a put-back dunk, ...

Williams had his most productive outing of the season on Saturday, scoring 12 points (6-7 FG), grabbing four boards and one blocked shot in 14 minutes.

Spin: It's worth noting that Williams actually asked team president Rod Thorn not to pick up his option for this season - not the other way around. Put simply, Williams believes he can make more money elsewhere, and while those thoughts may seem delusional given his track record thus far, it's certainly incentive for Williams to give 110% when he does get minutes, and it showed tonight.Sat, Nov 14

News: Nets G Devin Harris (groin) announced Thursday night that he would come off the bench Saturday against New York on his official Twitter feed. Harris has not played since Oct. 30.

Analysis: Harris is going to make his return Saturday and he said on his Twitter feed that he's going to try to win the NBA 6th Man of the Year award. We don't expect his stay on the bench to be for very long, though. Fantasy owners should count on activating him for Week 5 and can begin to activate him even in daily lineup leagues, though conditioning could be an issue

From his Twitter account, Devin Harris confirmed that he will indeed be coming off the bench for Saturday's game versus the Knicks.

Spin: Harris also joked that he's "going for the 6th Man Award." The All-Star will undoubtedly wrestle the starting gig away from veteran Rafer Alston, but owners shouldn't expect much from Harris over the next game or two as he gets his game legs back.Thu, Nov 19

Devin Harris (groin) says he will make his return to the Nets lineup on Saturday, according to the Newark Star-Ledger.

Our View: Harris last played on October 30: His team's record in his absence? 0-10. Although he will be rusty, he's now the kind of player that warrants immediate insertion into your lineup, regardless of his health status.

News: Nets G Devin Harris (groin) announced Thursday night that he would come off the bench Saturday against New York on his official Twitter feed. Harris has not played since Oct. 30. Rafer Alston has been starting in his place.

Analysis: Alston has been decent in Harris' place and while it is possible the team could look to leave him in the starting lineup for a few games while Harris gets his conditioning back in order, Harris' return likely means the end of Alston's Fantasy appeal for now unless the team decides to start Harris at shooting guard

Alston shot just 1-of-10 from the floor (0-4 3PT) on his way to a five point, one assist performance. He also added three steals.

Spin: Alston is now shooting a dreadful 6-for-31 from the field since Saturday. With Devin Harris expected back any day now, feel free to rid yourself of Alston's services and look elsewhere for assists.Wed, Nov 18

Rafer Alston hit just 2-of-12 shots and zero threes for 14 points, seven boards, four assists and four steals in Tuesday's loss. He had a recent triple-double, providing value for his owners, but Devin Harris is nearing a return. Once that happens, Alston will only be worth starting if Harris goes down again.Related: Devin Harris

News: Nets SG Jarvis Hayes, who has missed six straight games with a hamstring injury, is still a couple weeks away from returning, according to The Associated Press.

Analysis: Hayes can score when he gets enough playing time, but he doesn't figure to get that playing time with the Nets. Leave him on waivers in Fantasy

News: Nets G/F Jarvis Hayes missed his sixth straight game with a hamstring injury Saturday against the Celtics. He remains day to day.

Analysis: Hayes is a decent scorer off the bench, but his output is too inconsistent for him to make an impact in Fantasy. Leave him on waivers

News: Nets G/F Jarvis Hayes missed his fifth straight game with a hamstring injury Friday against the Sixers. He remains day to day.

Analysis: Hayes is a decent scorer off the bench, but his output is too inconsistent for him to make an impact in Fantasy. Leave him on waivers

News: Nets rookie SG Terrence Williams scored a career-high 20 points in 33 minutes off the bench Wednesday at Milwaukee, also pulling down 10 boards to give him his fourth double-double. He also had four steals and three assists in 33 minutes.

Analysis: Williams has gotten plenty of playing time so far, but his contributions have been erratic. The Nets also can't seem to decide whether to use him as a starter or a reserve. He clearly has upside, but until he becomes more consistent, he's just a low-end Fantasy option

Terrence Williams came off the bench Wednesday and had 20 points, 10 boards, three assists and four steals in a loss to the Bucks. He got hot in the second quarter, hitting seven straight shots and scoring 16 of his 20 points. He'll be inconsistent all year, but already has three double-doubles on the young season.

Williams recorded a double-double, scoring 20 points (8-15 FG, 4-4 FT) and grabbing 10 boards in Wednesday's loss to Milwaukee. He also added four steals.

Spin: A huge turnaround game for Williams, who played 33 minutes off the bench. He was shooting a dreadful 9-for-35 over his previous three games, so tonight's performance was a welcome change. Trenton Hassell still started and played 34 minutes, so we wouldn't pounce on Williams just yet, since he has yet to string together consecutive productive games.Wed, Nov 18