Deandre Ayton
C - PHO - SUS
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Eligibility
Deandre Ayton has been suspended for 25 games for violating the NBA's Anti-Drug policy.
Fantasy Impact
The NBA announced Thursday night that Ayton has been suspended for 25 games for violating the NBA's Anti-Drug policy. He won't be eligible to return until December 17th against the Clippers. Aron Baynes, Frank Kaminsky, Dario Saric and Mikal Bridges could see an uptick in usage and minutes until Ayton returns from suspension.
Deandre Ayton scored 18 points (9-14 FG), 11 rebounds, four blocks and a steal in Wednesday's win against the Kings.
Fantasy Impact
Ayton continues to impress in his young career in which coach Monty Williams hopes he can step up his defensive presence. If we continue to see five plus combined steals and blocks not only will coach Williams be pleased but fantasy players will be happy they took him early in drafts.
DeAndre Ayton (ankle) did not make the trip to Dallas and will miss Monday's game.
Fantasy Impact
So ends Ayton's rookie season. He finishes with averages of 16.3 points and 10.3 rebounds per game over 30.7 minutes. Overall it has to be considered a positive start to Ayton's career. He showed flashes of dominant potential throughout the year, though he will have to improve as a shot blocker to truly become an elite fantasy asset. Ayton will be an early-round pick in fantasy drafts next year.
Deandre Ayton will not play on Sunday against the Houston Rockets due to an ankle injury. With Ayton out and Richaun Holmes (ankle) doubtful, Dragan Bender is in line for a start.
Fantasy Impact
Bender benefits the most with both Ayton and Holmes out for this contest but draws a tough matchup against Clint Capela.
DeAndre Ayton (ankle) has not been shut down for the season and is considered day-to-day with a sprained left ankle.
Fantasy Impact
Ayton was reportedly using crutches on Monday so this should be considered encouraging news. That being said, Head Coach Igor Kokoskov emphasized that Ayton will not be rushed back so it is possible Ayton will not return this season with only four games remaining.
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