Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton logged a third consecutive double-double on Sunday, needing only 24 minutes of action to bag 15 points and 15 rebounds in a big win over Charlotte. He swatted away three shots as well and dished out two assists while shooting 6-for-10 from the field and 3-for-4 at the charity stripe. JaVale McGee came up with 19 points and seven boards off the bench, so Phoenix's bigs had a field day here. They should enjoy Tuesday's matchup against the Lakers as well, with Anthony Davis (knee) out of action.

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton made light work of the Washington Wizards on Thursday, grabbing 15 points with 10 rebounds and four assists in just 24 minutes of action. He shot 6-or-11 from the field and added a block on the defensive end. Backup center JaVale McGee also had a fine evening with 17 points and eight rebounds in 16 minutes. The Suns ended up scoring 58 points in the paint in a 118-98 win. Ayton has returned from an illness with two good performances, and he should enjoy the next matchup against Charlotte as well. The Hornets give up 17 rebounds per 48 minutes to centers this season and opposing bigs are shooting 58.8 percent from the floor against them.

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton returned from a two-game absence with a 28-point, 13-rebound double-double on Tuesday, shooting 12-for-17 from the field in an overtime win against Portland. He collected one assist and two steals as well with three turnovers. JaVale McGee went back to the bench and earned only eight minutes of action. Portland is getting crushed by centers this season, so this was a very good comeback spot for Ayton. The next matchup is also a favorable one for the big guy, as Phoenix hosts the Wizards, who have allowed the third-most points in the league to centers this season.

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (illness) is available for Tuesday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. He will be back in action after missing each of the last two games due to an illness. His return will shift JaVale McGee back to the bench. The veteran center will see his minutes take a hit, but remains worth rostering in deep leagues. Fantasy managers should double check and make sure Ayton is back in their lineups for Tuesday.

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (illness) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. He has missed each of the last two games due to a non-COVID related illness. The hope is that Ayton can return here, but the Suns won't host shootaround on Tuesday. That means, fantasy managers will likely have to wait until pregame warmups before getting more information. JaVale McGee would be asked to continue starting at center, assuming Ayton is out. He is already going to have more value with Jalen Smith (illness) sidelined. McGee is looking like a prime streaming option, but Ayton's status has plenty of impact on that.

Phoenix Suns shooting guard Devin Booker (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Clippers, while center Deandre Ayton (illness) is considered questionable. Booker has missed four games with a left hamstring strain and these injuries can be tricky to overcome. Ayton missed Friday's game against Boston with a non-COVID illness and was also sent home from Saturday's practice for the same reason. The signs of him playing on Monday don't look too promising. JaVale McGee got the start in Ayton's absence on Friday and put together a nice double-double with 21 points and 15 rebounds. He looks set for another productive outing if Ayton isn't good to go.

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (illness) was unable to get through Saturday's practice. The stud big man was sent home early due to a non-COVID related illness. He missed Friday's game and there's a good chance he'll sit out on Monday as well. That being said, JaVale McGee is in line to start if Ayton sits out. He'd have some deep league streaming appeal without Ayton available. Frank Kaminsky could see more minutes off the bench, but doesn't carry the same type of value as McGee.

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (illness) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Boston Celtics. It sounds like Ayton is dealing with a non-COVID related illness, so fantasy managers shouldn't be too worried. The Suns are likely going to wait until possibly pregame warmups before making a final decision on Ayton. JaVale McGee would likely be asked to start, while Frank Kaminsky would see additional minutes off the bench. McGee would have solid low cost DFS appeal, assuming Ayton is out on Friday.

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton recorded his 10th double-double of the season as the team posted a new franchise record with an 18th consecutive win against Detroit on Thursday. Ayton rocked the Pistons with 17 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 7-for-11 from the field and 3-for-7 at the foul line. He tallied a pair of assists as well and had one steal with zero turnovers in 33 minutes. Ayton is pretty far from the top of the league in double-doubles, but he's played in only 16 games. The Suns now face a rematch against the Warriors on Friday. Ayton had a nice 24-point, 11-rebound double-double against them in Tuesday's win.

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton produced an outstanding performance in Tuesday's big matchup against the Warriors, helping the team to a 17th straight win with 24 points and 11 rebounds. He shot 11-for-19 from the field and also collected two assists, one steal and two blocks. Phoenix suffered a big blow in the second period when Devin Booker was forced to exit with a hamstring problem, but Ayton and the rest of the gang managed to complete the job. A rematch with Golden State is scheduled for Friday. The Suns also have a game on Thursday against Detroit, which promises to be a good one for Ayton. The Pistons struggle on the glass against opposing bigs and their defense against centers hasn't been very good either.

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton had an easy night at the office on Wednesday, collecting 19 points and 13 rebounds in a 105-98 win over Dallas. He handed out two dimes with one turnover and blocked one shot in 36 minutes while shooting 9-for-13 from the field. Ayton notched his 100th career double-double, and by doing it in his 186th game, the No. 1 pick of the 2018 draft is now the quickest player ever in franchise history to reach the milestone. The two teams meet up for a rematch on Friday and bigs are killing the Mavericks this season, so we can expect Ayton to have another nice outing.

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton ended a five-game absence with a 22-point, 12-rebound double-double in Monday's road win over Minnesota, shooting 10-for-14 from the field and 2-for-3 at the line. He also provided one assist with two turnovers in 33 minutes. Ayton missed five games with a leg problem and came back to log more than his season average (29.7 minutes), which is great news for fantasy managers. He could be in for a pair of consecutive big nights now, with the Suns hosting Dallas on Wednesday and Friday. The Mavericks are getting hammered by centers regularly and Nikola Jokic just had a 35-point, 16-rebound performance against them.

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (leg) has been given the green light to get back into the mix for Monday's game against Minnesota. Ayton had been sidelined for the previous five games due to a lower right leg contusion, so it stands within reason that Phoenix could keep an eye on his minutes in his first contest back. With Ayton cleared to start, Frank Kaminsky loses the DFS shine that he had garnered as of late. Through his first six contests, the former No. 1 overall pick has averaged a career-low 29.2 minutes per game, even as he has managed to average 14.2 points and 11.3 boards on a nightly basis. In four career matchups vs. the Timberwolves, Ayton has shot 67.6 percent from the floor.

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (leg) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Head coach Monty Williams mentioned that Ayton needs to get up his conditioning before returning to the court. Fantasy managers should expect Ayton to sit out for the sixth straight game. There probably won't be a final decision until closer to tip-off. JaVale McGee would be in line to start again with Frank Kaminsky getting more minutes off the bench. Both players have been playing well with increased minutes lately.

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (leg) is focused on getting his conditioning back, according to head coach Monty Williams. The superstar big man missed his fifth straight game on Sunday. The Suns play again on Monday, but fantasy managers shouldn't expect Ayton to play. Instead, JaVale McGee should get the start, while Frank Kaminsky gets extended playing time off the bench. Both have increased fantasy value while Ayton is out. Hopefully, Ayton will be able to get back into action within the next week or so.

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (leg) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Houston Rockets. This marks the fifth game in a row that Ayton has missed due to a right leg contusion. That means another start for JaVale McGee with increased playing time for Frank Kaminsky. Both have been decent options while Ayton has been sidelined. Fantasy managers should consider using them as streaming options for Sunday's slate.

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (leg) will remain sidelined for Friday's contest against the Grizzlies as he continues to deal with a right leg contusion. Frank Kaminsky delivered a stunning 31-point eruption in Ayton's place Wednesday, so the veteran can be seen as a solid short-term contributor while the former No. 1 overall pick is sidelined. Prior to his injury, Ayton had reeled off three consecutive double-doubles, en route to averaging a double-double on the year. While Phoenix has ample offensive weapons, Ayton's floor is as solid as they come in the frontcourt when healthy. His next chance to suit up comes Sunday vs. Houston.

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (leg), listed as doubtful, is unlikely to suit up for Friday's game against Memphis. Ayton has missed the past three games while dealing with a leg injury- and it appears the condition hasn't improved enough for him to return to action just yet. The Arizona product's absence opened up an opportunity for forward Frank Kaminsky, who went off for a career-high 31 points Wednesday. Kaminsky would be a prime DFS play once again if Ayton is out. Cameron Johnson could also see more minutes at the four.

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (leg) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. This marks the third game in a row that Ayton has missed due to a right leg issue. His absence should result in another start for JaVale McGee. Which also means, Frank Kaminsky should be asked to pick up the slack off the bench. McGee could have some low-end streaming appeal until Ayton gets back on the court.

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (leg) has been downgraded from doubtful to out for Monday's game against the Sacramento Kings. Ayton is dealing with a right lower leg bruise. He sat out this past Tuesday's game due to the injury, then went on to play on Thursday before sitting out again on Saturday. The 23-year-old is averaging 14.2 points and 11.3 rebounds per game so far this year. His next chance to play will be on Wednesday against the Portland Trail Blazers. JaVale McGee will likely start in his place on Monday.