Interestingly enough, the Rockets are set to take on Westbrook’s former team in the first round of the playoffs. Your one-stop shop for NFL fantasy football, DFS and betting advice for Week 6. That all changed in Game 3, … He is … — Tim MacMahon (@espn_macmahon) August 6, 2020 Harden scored 37 points in the first outing, and 38 in the second. After a sluggish start with his new team, the explosive point guard really found a groove as the season went on. Partner of iOne Digital / Cassius Network. Harden scored 44 points on an efficient 12-of-26 from the field, 8-of-16 from 3-point range and 12-of-13 from the foul line. If we get in on either side early, we could get some nice value. Russell Westbrook leaves preseason game with apparent hand injury pic.twitter.com/s3QdUk39UK, — The Render (@TheRenderNBA) October 19, 2019. Westbrook exited Thursday night's 93-90 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers with 6:35 left in the second quarter and did not return. Follow the Heavy on Rockets Facebook page for all the latest stories, rumors and viral content! Though this isn’t one of those cases, he hasn’t had a game off inside the bubble. By … How Luka compares to LeBron, Magic and Bird, Nets' throwback uniforms pay homage to a '90s New Jersey classic, These Lakers made it through every moment that could have broken them, The scenes of a Lakers title celebration like no other, Former columnist and writer after five years with Sports Illustrated, Markazi has also written for Slam, King, Vibe and Playboy. The DK Nation Fantasy War Room is LIVE for Week 6! That could be in the form of Luc Mbah a Moute or DeMarre Carroll. UPDATE: Aug. 6, 1:02 p.m. — So Westbrook is still listed as questionable on the injury report this morning with a quad issue. Fire up James Harden. Obviously, they’re going to need Westbrook to play like this more often if they’re going to come out of a rugged Western Conference. “He loves to play. Physically, he looked fine. Russ was off pretty much all night and actually shot 5-of-12 from the charity stripe, which is awful. As mentioned in that same article, D’Antoni stated that Rivers will also be fine. The Rockets and Thunder currently have the exact same record at 44-27 overall. "I don’t think he aggravated it. Rockets coach Mike D'Antoni suggested Westbrook did not injury quad during Tuesday's loss to San Antonio. Ben McLemore ($3,100) and Jeff Green ($3,900) are also viable in tournaments as values. Russ, who had his right pinky wrapped: "It’s all right. Editor's Picks Adande: Thunder's West path gets tricker We’ll be answering fantasy football questions all season long. As Westbrook and Harden took the floor once again, the 30-year-old point guard vastly struggled from the field (5-of-13 for 38.5 percent) and once again showed his inability to convert 3-pointers (1-of-4) while also committing eight turnovers. Russell Westbrook Leading Rockets From Bench Despite Quad Injury ... Chandler is unlikely to play in the 2020 playoffs barring an emergency situation. If Westbrook is declared out, the Thunder will be able to apply for another hardship exception. FAQ: When and how will the 2020-21 NBA season begin? Follow the Heavy on NBA Facebook page for all the latest stories, rumors and viral content! This is not such a great start to the Houston Rockets era with Russell Westbrook. Tight end non-PPR rankings for Week 6 fantasy football. Russ usually rested during back-to-back sets during the regular season. Though, ESPN’s Tim MacMahon is reporting that Westbrook is unlikely to play and will probably rest vs. the Lakers. Harden’s usage skyrockets with Westbrook off the court. Russell Westbrook has struggled since returning from a quad injury that caused him to miss the first four games of the playoffs. The injury, which was first listed as a bruise, occurred earlier this month. The game’s reigning scoring champion — he averaged a ridiculous 36.1 points per game last season — converted on 13-of-27 attempts, 7-of-16 three-point attempts, 7-of-8 free-throw attempts and grabbed 10 rebounds while dishing out seven assists during the loss. It’s worth noting that he had his right pinky wrapped up following the game. Despite the injury, Westbrook downplayed the dislocation of his fingers, saying it’s merely the life of an NBA point guard. Adande and The Associated Press contributed to this report. As Westbrook was walking back to the locker room after the injury, he had to be restrained from a heckling fan yelling at him from above the tunnel. Russell Westbrook (right quad contusion) remains listed as questionable on the official injury report, but a source said the Rockets anticipate he will sit out vs. Lakers tonight. Apparently, Russ is dealing with a quad injury. While Harden obviously ended the preseason on a high note, I think we’re all aware that if the Rockets are going to win the NBA championship this season, they’re also going to need Westbrook to get going. OKC's Westbrook suffers small fracture in hand, NBA Power Rankings, way-too-early edition: What's next for Lakers, Heat and all 30 teams, Morey in farewell ad: 'Harden changed my life', Saints, Pels owner Benson victim of car thieves, Sources: Lue agrees to 5-year deal to coach Clips, Sources: NBA, union extend negotiations on CBA, Likely NBA top pick LaMelo Ball signs with Puma, Stan Van Gundy meets with Pelicans, sources say, Everything you need to know about the NBA GOAT debate, Lowe: How Daryl Morey challenged NBA norms and almost won it all. See draftkings.com/sportsbook for full terms and conditions. Harden is way too cheap and now we’re going to get him against a rival, underpriced and over-used — in that his usage will probably be 40% tonight. 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