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Spurs stars bring smile to JJ Redick's kids after fire

Tue Jan 14 9:46am ET
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Lakers coach JJ Redick and his family lost their home and possessions in the devastating fires in Los Angeles last week, but two San Antonio Spurs stars gave Redick's sons an assist toward rebuilding their basketball memorabilia collections.

After the Spurs beat the Lakers 126-102 Monday night in Los Angeles, Victor Wembanyama and veteran Chris Paul -- a former teammate of Redick's on the Los Angeles Clippers -- walked to the baseline seats and took off their jerseys, with Redick's children, Knox and Kai, each presented with one. The players autographed the jerseys, then posed for a photo with the smiling boys.

An emotional JJ Redick said after the game how much he appreciated the gesture.

"If you're in the league long enough, you have this big circle, and it's people you like, people you love and then it's your brothers, and Chris is in that inner, inner circle of brothers," Redick said. "He called me this afternoon and said, 'Vic and I are gonna go -- whether you win or we win -- we're gonna go over and give the boys jerseys. He's well aware that they're huge NBA fans."


Redick said his sons had built their collection through the years, as NBA stars would visit their home to appear on Redick's podcast. The players typically left autographed basketball cards or other memorabilia for the kids.

Lakers guard Austin Reaves was the first to gift jerseys to Knox and Kai, leaving two for them at the team's practice facility earlier, and Redick said Monday night how much he appreciated the gesture.

Paul echoed Redick's statement about the close bond the two share.

"You play a lot of years in this league, and some guys are just teammates, but JJ is part of my family," Paul said. "So, him and his wife, those kids -- Knox and Kai ... I know a lot of people lost family members, homes, stuff like that. It hits different when the people are close to you."

Player Notes
Tyrese Maxey Tue Jan 14 4:10pm

Philadelphia 76ers guardTyrese Maxey(hand) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Maxey was placed on the injury report as a late addition due to a sprained left hand, which should be concerning for fantasy managers. The 24-year-old is having a fantastic season, averaging 25.8 points, 3.4 rebounds, 5.8 assists and 2.1 steals in 37.4 minutes per contest. If Maxey is sidelined, Reggie Jacksonand Eric Gordon will take on extra minutes.

Malik Monk Tue Jan 14 3:40pm

According to Chris Biderman of The Sacramento Bee, Sacramento Kings guard/forwardMalik Monk(groin) will not play against the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday. After sustaining a groin injury, Monk will miss his eighth game of the season. However, tonight's contest will be the first he's been sidelined since November 24th. The 26-year-old's next opportunity comes on Thursday against the Rockets. Kevin Huerter and Keon Ellis should share Monk's minutes on Tuesday.

Jarred Vanderbilt Tue Jan 14 8:40am

Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt (foot) will not be an option for at least three more games. Per Jovan Buha of The Athletic, Lakers head coach JJ Redick said Monday that Vanderbilt is progressing but won't make his season debut this week. It's been over 11 months since we last saw Vanderbilt in action with the Lakers, with his last appearance coming on Feb. 1, 2024. Considering the length of time Vanderbilt has been off the court, the team will likely ease him back into action, limiting his fantasy appeal. The 25-year-old also faces additional competition for playing time, with Dorian Finney-Smith in town and Max Christie developing well.

Robert Williams Tue Jan 14 8:20am

Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III (illness) faces a third consecutive absence on Tuesday against Brooklyn. After sitting out one game for rest purposes, Williams III caught an illness bug, which forced him out of the lineup on Saturday against Miami. The 27-year-old has provided backup for starting center Deandre Ayton, along with rookie Donovan Clingan, limiting his fantasy value. Due to the lack of playing time, Williams III has averaged only 6.6 points and 5.0 rebounds across 12 appearances in 2024-25.

Deandre Ayton Tue Jan 14 8:20am

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (calf) is off the injury report and ready to return to action on Tuesday against Brooklyn. After logging 48 minutes across a back-to-back set, Ayton missed Saturday's game against Miami due to calf soreness. However, it was not a serious issue, as Ayton participated fully in Monday's practice. The former first-overall pick has been quiet in his most recent outings, but Ayton is averaging a double-double for the campaign with 13.9 points and 10.1 rebounds. The Nets allow the 10th-most fantasy points to opposing centers, so Tuesday's game looks like a good opportunity for Ayton to regain momentum.

Dalano Banton Tue Jan 14 8:10am

Portland Trail Blazers guard Dalano Banton (illness) is questionable for Tuesday's clash with Brooklyn. The 25-year-old has been in and out of the lineup since December and might have to sit again because he is feeling under the weather. Banton had a good spell in the rotation early in the season, but this came during a time when the Trail Blazers were dealing with several injuries. He's only had a small role to play with a healthy squad, logging just six minutes last time out against Miami.

Derrick Jones Jr. Tue Jan 14 8:00am

Los Angeles Clippers forward Derrick Jones Jr. (hand) is not expected to miss time despite making an early exit against Miami on Monday. Jones Jr. hurt his hand and left the contest with 10:20 to go in the final quarter. However, Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue told reporters postgame that Jones Jr. was "fine" and available to return to the game. The former dunk champion finished Monday's game with nine points in 16 minutes. Jones Jr.'s fantasy stock recently took a hit with Kawhi Leonard's season debut. He has come off the bench in all three games that Leonard has played. But we should see Jones Jr. back among the starters as soon as Wednesday as the Clippers head into a back-to-back set, and Leonard, who remains on a minutes restriction, will likely get one night off.

Jerami Grant Tue Jan 14 8:00am

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (face) will continue to sit on Tuesday against Brooklyn. He has been ruled out for a seventh straight game due to a facial contusion. Deni Avdija (ankle) has started in Grant's place but is also carrying a questionable tag entering Tuesday. With Grant out, we have also seen more of Kris Murray, who has averaged 6.6 points and 3.2 rebounds in 19.8 minutes this month. Murray has not been a fantasy factor, but that could change if Avdija joins Grant on the sidelines.

Jalen Green Tue Jan 14 1:30am

Houston's G Jalen Green scored 42 points on 13-of-18 shooting in a 120-118 win over the Grizzlies on Monday, Jan. 13.

Anthony Edwards Tue Jan 14 1:30am

Timberwolves' G Anthony Edwards scored 41 points on 14-of-25 shooting in a 120-106 win over Washington on Monday, Jan. 13.

Deni Avdija Mon Jan 13 9:20pm

Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's contest against the Nets. The former Wizard got off to a slow start to begin his career in Portland. However, he's turned it around, averaging 17.0 points, 9.0 rebounds, and 1.3 steals in six games this month. With Jerami Grant (face) already ruled out, Kris Murray and Scoot Henderson may spend more time on the court if Avdija misses his first contest of the 2024-25 campaign. While Murray can have some productive outings, Henderson is a much safer fantasy option.

Anthony Davis Mon Jan 13 9:10pm

Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis (foot) will play on Monday against the Spurs. As expected, AD has had a monster 2024-25 campaign. However, he's only missed two games this season, which is what fantasy managers have appreciated the most. Davis has averaged 29.5 points, 13.0 rebounds, 1.0 blocks, and 1.0 steals in two meetings with San Antonio this season, so he'll be a welcome addition to any fantasy lineup, especially for those participating in DFS contests.

LeBron James Mon Jan 13 9:00pm

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (foot) is active heading into Monday's meeting with the Spurs. The multi-time All-Star has been dealing with a foot injury all year. However, he was listed as probable for this one, so most assumed he would be out there on Monday night. With that in mind, James is always a must-start in all fantasy formats. But he's averaged only 15.5 points in two games versus the Spurs during the 2024-25 campaign, giving him an unfavorable DFS outlook.

Jeremy Sochan Mon Jan 13 8:50pm

San Antonio Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan (back) has been ruled out heading into Monday's game versus the Lakers. The 21-year-old will now miss a second-straight contest because of low back tightness. The Spurs don't play again until Wednesday versus Memphis, so there's a chance he could be back for that one. But in the meantime, Stephon Castle, averaging 13.8 points and 4.5 assists in 19 starts this season, could find himself back in the starting lineup.

Cameron Johnson Mon Jan 13 8:40pm

Brooklyn Nets forward Cameron Johnson (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's meeting with the Blazers. The 28-year-old has had the best season of his career in 2024-25. He also stayed relatively healthy until missing the last five games because of a sprained right ankle. The Nets are hurting entering Tuesday night, with D'Angelo Russell (shin), Ben Simmons (back, knee), and Nicolas Claxton (hamstring) all questionable in addition to Cam Thomas (hamstring) still sidelined. As a result, Ziaire Williams, Keon Johnson, Noah Clowney, and Tosan Evbuomwan could continue to benefit on the scoring end.

Ben Simmons Mon Jan 13 8:40pm

Brooklyn Nets guard Ben Simmons (back, knee) is questionable for Tuesday's game in Portland. The Nets will play back-to-back games on Tuesday and Wednesday, so Simmons will miss at least one of them. While the former 76er hasn't been a consistent fantasy contributor during the 2024-25 campaign, he's had his moments of production, recently amassing 14 points, nine assists, six rebounds, and two blocks in Sunday's one-point loss to Utah. With D'Angelo Russell (shin) also in danger of missing this one, the team may rely on Keon Johnson and Reece Beekman to handle the ball, which will improve both players' fantasy outlook.

Bam Adebayo Mon Jan 13 8:30pm

Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (back) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Clippers. The big man was listed as available to begin the day. However, after he was downgraded to questionable, he'll now miss his first game of the 2024-25 campaign. Jimmy Butler (suspension) remains out, so the team could rely more on Tyler Herro to pick up the slack on the scoring end. But players like Haywood Highsmith, Jaime Jaquez Jr., and Nikola Jovic may also see an increase in scoring opportunities.

D'Angelo Russell Mon Jan 13 8:10pm

Brooklyn Nets point guard D'Angelo Russell (shin) is in danger of missing a fifth consecutive game, as the team lists him as questionable for Tuesday's clash against Portland. Russell is working his way back from a shin injury he suffered on Jan. 4 against Philadelphia. Keon Johnson has taken on a significant workload since Russell exited the lineup, though he has been hit-or-miss from a fantasy perspective. Russell's injury has also allowed Reece Beekman to enter the rotation, but his production has been limited.

Nicolas Claxton Mon Jan 13 8:00pm

Brooklyn Nets center Nicolas Claxton (hamstring) has landed on the injury report as questionable ahead of Tuesday's clash against Portland. The Nets big man might miss his first action since Nov. 27. Day'Ron Sharpe and Noah Clowney would get a boost from Claxton's absence, with the latter already part of the starting lineup. Sharpe's per-minute production has always been good, and he has averaged 10.3 points and 8.3 rebounds as a starter for his career. Ben Simmons (back, knee) is another option at center, but he is once again carrying a questionable tag and might not play.

Kyle Lowry Mon Jan 13 8:00pm

Philadelphia 76ers guard Kyle Lowry (hip) will miss his fifth straight game on Tuesday, and it also seems unlikely he'll be ready to turn around and play in the second game of the Sixers' back-to-back on Wednesday against the Knicks. On Friday, coach Nick Nurse said that Lowry had not yet reached the "day-to-day phase" in his recovery from a right hip sprain, leaving the veteran point guard out indefinitely. While Lowry is out, Reggie Jackson will continue to serve as the team's primary backup point guard, especially with the rest of the team stretched thin due to injuries to Joel Embiid (foot) and Andre Drummond (toe), who have been ruled out, and Caleb Martin (groin) who is questionable.


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