Outlook Bennett Stirtz
Bennett Stirtz at Trail Blazers — Backcourt Opportunity with Mitchell Sidelined
With Ajay Mitchell sidelined by an ankle sprain, Bennett Stirtz steps into an expanded reserve backcourt role behind Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. The rookie guard has capitalized on increased opportunities, averaging 11.4 points in 22.4 minutes over his last seven contests. That hot stretch has fueled a sharp rise in fantasy trust, with his rostership climbing up to 11% this week.
Tonight against Portland at Moda Center, our models expect another solid showing, projecting him for 20.1 fantasy points and 11.7 points over 26 minutes in a matchup sporting a 224.5 game total. With two more road contests remaining on Oklahoma City's four-game weekly slate, Stirtz serves as an intriguing streaming option.
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Outlook Scoot Henderson
Scoot Henderson vs Thunder — Move to Second Unit Limits Value
Scoot Henderson is healthy but returns to Portland's second unit tonight against Oklahoma City after losing his starting spot. Even with Ja Morant remaining sidelined, Henderson has seen his roster rate slip to 14% following a sluggish start. Over 10 games this season, the third-year guard is averaging just 8.7 points and 1.5 assists while shooting 32.0% from the field.
Facing the Thunder at Moda Center, our projections expect Henderson to log 24 minutes, delivering 20.3 fantasy points, 13 points, and 3 assists. Portland is in the middle of a three-game week that concludes Friday in Sacramento, but Henderson's diminished bench role caps his fantasy appeal.
