Yanic Konan Niederhauser

Yanic Konan Niederhauser had 15 points (5-5 FG, 5-7 FT) with six rebounds, two assists, and a block in the Clippers’ 115-96 win over Minnesota on Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

YKN had one of his best games of the season and could have been better had he not fouled out after only 17 minutes of play. He was a distant second in scoring on the Clippers to Kawhi Leonard’s 41, and the young center could find himself in the rotation more as they Clippers look towards the future, giving him more chances to produce. For now he’s best left on waivers.

Yanic Konan Niederhauser left Friday's game early against the Kings due to an illness.

Fantasy Impact

Niederhauser played just six minutes before his early exit.

Konan Niederhauser matched his career-high with 16 points on perfect 7-of-7 shooting from the field Wednesday, adding five rebounds, two assists and two blocks across 23 minutes in Los Angeles' victory over Washington. The rookie center also converted both of his free-throw attempts in the flawless shooting performance. He operates as the third center in the Clippers' rotation behind Ivica Zubac and Brook Lopez.

Fantasy Impact

Wednesday's 16 points tied the highest scoring total of Konan Niederhauser's professional career. His efficient night included erasing two shots on the defensive end while going unblemished from the floor against the Wizards.

Yanic Konan Niederhauser is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Golden State Warriors.

Fantasy Impact

Niederhauser is dealing with an illness, putting his status for Monday’s game in question. If he is able to play, he is not expected to see significant minutes off the bench with Ivica Zubac and Brook Lopez available.

Yanic Konan Niederhäuser seized the opportunity created by Ivica Zubac’s absence in Tuesday’s win over the Kings, tallying career highs with 16 points (6-of-8 FGs, 4-of-6 FTs) and six rebounds while adding two assists and a block.

Fantasy Impact

Stepping in as the backup to Brook Lopez, the rookie first-round pick out of Penn State was highly efficient, shooting 75% from the field. It was a breakout showing for Niederhäuser, who had reached double-digit minutes just twice in his first 12 appearances. While he isn't quite ready for redraft consideration, this performance offers a promising glimpse of his upside for dynasty managers.