Daniel Gafford

Gafford came off the bench again Sunday and only played 18 minutes, but still managed to put up a double-double. There aren't many players in the league that can do that. It doesn't matter that much that Gafford comes off the bench if he continues to play at least 20 minutes per game, but it could get dicey if he plays less than that. Dallas has three games in Week 5, starting with the Pelicans on Tuesday.

While Gafford did not start Saturday's game, San Antonio's lack of Victor Wembanyama led to him doing whatever he wanted against the Spurs' second unit. Gafford only missed one shot, needing 18 minutes to tally 20 points, seven rebounds, and four defensive contributions. Starter Dereck Lively II wasn't as productive, finishing with seven points, four rebounds, two assists, and four blocked shots in 21 minutes. As long as Lively and Gafford split the minutes at center, their fantasy values will be acceptable. However, things get shaky when Jason Kidd throws Maxi Kleber or Dwight Powell into the mix. Dallas plays three games in Week 5, beginning with New Orleans on Tuesday.

Gafford (leg) has returned to Thursday's game against the Jazz, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Gafford headed to the locker room during the second half of Thursday's game against the Jazz due to an apparent leg injury, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

With Kyrie Irving sidelined Grimes will make his first start as a Maverick. This gives him a shot at achieving fantasy relevance, at least for one night. Another change is Kleber, who replaces Naji Marshall. While a capable contributor, Kleber is returning from a hamstring injury that cost him nine games. Lively replaces Daniel Gafford, but this should not significantly impact either's fantasy value, as the minutes should be split evenly.