Spencer Dinwiddie’s Impact with the Lakers and Fantasy Outlook in Recent NBA Games
Past and Present Ventures
Spencer Dinwiddie is no stranger to unconventional ideas. In 2021, after signing with the Wizards, he proposed a $12 million cryptocurrency patch for the team’s jerseys—a move rejected by the NBA. Now with the Lakers, Dinwiddie brings unique twists to basketball contracts.
Transition from Raptors to Lakers
After being traded from the Brooklyn Nets to the Toronto Raptors, Dinwiddie was waived. Clearing waivers, he signed with the Lakers for the remaining $1.55 million of their non-tax mid-level exception for the 2023-24 NBA season.
Heat’s Challenge against the Lakers
Facing the Milwaukee Bucks without key players like Jimmy Butler, Terry Rozier, and Josh Richardson posed a formidable challenge for the Miami Heat. Emerging options like Duncan Robinson, Caleb Martin, and Jaime Jaquez Jr. were considered after their loss to the Celtics. The victory over introduced Nikola Jovic (1% rostered, Yahoo) and Kevin Love (13%) as potential additions.
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Jovic’s Resurgence and Love’s Bench Brilliance
Jovic, absent in the game against Boston, started on Tuesday, showcasing a career-high performance with 24 points, seven rebounds, three assists, one steal, and five 3-pointers in 30 minutes. Love, coming off the bench, contributed 19 points, eight rebounds, three assists, two steals, and five 3-pointers in 23 minutes.
Fantasy Considerations: Robinson, Jaquez, Love, and Jovic
Robinson (23%) displayed proficiency with 23 points, three rebounds, five assists, two steals, one block, and six 3-pointers. Jaquez (39%) reached double figures with 12 points, three rebounds, and four assists in 28 minutes. Robinson and Jaquez are secure fantasy additions, while Love poses less risk compared to Jovic, who may have earned another opportunity to start.
Suns’ Setback: Beal’s Hamstring Woes
Bradley Beal’s hamstring injury during Tuesday’s win over Sacramento is a setback for the Phoenix Suns. Already dealing with a broken nose, Beal is ruled out for the upcoming game against the Lakers.
Gordon’s Emergence as a Viable Option
In Beal’s absence, Eric Gordon emerges as a solid streaming option. The veteran guard scored 20 of his 23 points in the first half, adding three rebounds, three assists, one block, and four 3-pointers in 27 minutes. The question remains whether Gordon will be subject to injury management when the lakers host the Pistons on Wednesday. If available, he becomes a worthwhile addition with Beal sidelined.
Summary
- Spencer Dinwiddie’s Lakers Deal:
- Chooses his for championship potential.
- Triggers a $1 bonus in case of a championship win.
- Originates from a humorous clause in his Wizards contract.
- Unconventional Ventures:
- Past attempt at a $12 million cryptocurrency patch on jerseys.
- Recent move from Raptors to Lakers for $1.55 million.
- Miami Heat’s Challenge against the Lakers:
- Absence of key players: Butler, Rozier, Richardson.
- Emergence of streaming options: Jovic and Love.
- Robinson, Jaquez, Love, and Jovic evaluated as fantasy considerations.
- Phoenix Suns’ Setback with Bradley Beal:
- Beal exits due to hamstring injury.
- Eric Gordon emerges as a viable streaming option against the Lakers.
Spencer Dinwiddie chose the Lakers for their championship potential. His decision is tied to a unique clause in his Wizards contract, triggering a $1 million bonus in case of a championship win.
- After a trade from the Brooklyn Nets to the Toronto Raptors, Dinwiddie was waived. He then signed with the Lakers for the remaining $1.55 million of their non-tax mid-level exception for the ongoing 2023-24 NBA season.
The Lakers faced challenges with key players missing, including Jimmy Butler, Terry Rozier, and Josh Richardson. Their absence opened opportunities for emerging options like Duncan Robinson, Caleb Martin, and Jaime Jaquez Jr.
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