News: The Lakers signed SF Ira Newble for the remainder of the season Tuesday. The 33-year-old forward signed a 10-day contract March 21 and has played in one game for the Lakers, getting two points and one rebound in four minutes.
Analysis: Earlier in the season, Newble played for the Cavaliers and SuperSonics, averaging 4.2 points, 2.7 rebounds and 15.5 minutes in 43 combined games, including 13 starts. He's not worth using in Fantasy in his current role, though.
News:Ira Newble signed a 10-day contract Friday with the Western Conference-leading Los Angeles Lakers. The 33-year-old forward most recently played for the Cleveland Cavaliers and Seattle SuperSonics, averaging 4.2 points and 2.7 rebounds in 43 games this season. Cleveland traded Newble to Seattle on Feb. 21, and he played two games for the Sonics before being waived eight days later.
Analysis: Newble has minimal Fantasy value at this time and should not be added in most scoring formats.
News: The Sonics waived veteran forward Ira Newble Friday. Seattle had acquired Newble on Feb. 21 from Cleveland in the three-team trade that sent Wally Szczerbiak to the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Newble played 17 minutes in two games for the Sonics. He should be dropped in all Fantasy leagues.
News: New Sonic Ira Newble said he learned he would be headed to Seattle about a minute before the trade deadline last Thursday. Newble was frustrated to hear the news. But can you blame the 33-year-old, 6-foot-7 swingman for being a little upset that he would not be playing with Cleveland in another deep playoff run this season? However, Newble has no other option but to adjust to his new surroundings. Newble finished with two points and one assist in 12 minutes playing for Seattle for the first time Sunday night. He makes $3.4 million this year, and his contract expires at the end of this season. He is a defensive stopper. He can slash to the basket offensively and play shooting guard, small forward and perhaps a little power forward in a pinch. But he may not see much playing time with Seattle committed to playing youngsters Kevin Durant, Jeff Green, Damien Wilkins and Mickael Gelabale at the wing spots.
Analysis: Newble has minimal Fantasy value at this time. He's not a player that should be owned in Fantasy.
News: New Seattle F Ira Newble played 12 minutes and scored two points in his Sonics debut Sunday against the Lakers.
Analysis: He saw limited playing time even with the Sonics missing three players who figure to get more playing time ahead of him. He's not a player that should be owned in Fantasy.
News: The Cavaliers said they acquired center Ben Wallace and forward Wally Szczerbiak in a three-way trade involving 11 players that was completed shortly before Thursday's deadline. The Cavaliers sent guard Larry Hughes, forwards Drew Gooden and Cedric Simmons, and guard Shannon Brown to Chicago for Wallace and forward Joe Smith. Cleveland acquired Szczerbiak and guard Delonte West from Seattle for forwards Ira Newble and Donyell Marshall. Cleveland also gets Chicago's second-round pick in 2009. The SuperSonics will also receive guard Adrian Griffin from the Bulls.
Analysis: Newble has minimal Fantasy value and should not be added in any leagues at this time.
News: With Drew Gooden and Daniel Gibson sidelined by injuries Friday at Atlanta, Cavaliers SF Ira Newble scored a season-high 18 points and tied a season high with eight rebounds. He shot 8-for-12 from the field, including 2-for-3 from 3-point range.
Analysis: Newble had 15 points two games ago, with a two-point game sandwiched in between. Unless he finds some consistency, you should just leave him on waivers in Fantasy.
News: Cavaliers SF Ira Newble scored 15 points and pulled down two rebounds Tuesday against the Celtics. He continues to start in place of the injured Sasha Pavlovic, but he scored in double figures for the first time since Dec. 8.
Analysis: Newble is in the starting lineup, but that's not enough to make him relevant in Fantasy play. He had scored a combined four points in his three games since moving into the starting lineup and won't score as many as 15 too often.
News: Cavaliers F Ira Newble got his third start of the season Wednesday at Portland. He did not score a point in 16 minutes of action and shot 0-for-1 from the field. He added two rebounds.
Analysis: Newble is in the starting lineup, but that's not enough to make him relevant in Fantasy play. He's scored a combined four points in his three games since moving into the starting lineup and is not in a position to contribute significant numbers despite his starting role.
News: Cavs SF Ira Newble scored four points in 16 minutes Sunday against the Lakers. He also grabbed three rebounds and had three assists. Newble has six points in his last three games, but his minutes have increased with each outing and The Sports Xchange reports coach Mike Brown said Newble will remain in the starting lineup for the time being.
Analysis: Newble recorded a DNP for six straight games before returning to the lineup Jan. 23. The injury to Sasha Pavlovic has opened the door for extra playing time for Newble. However, until his numbers improve, ignore him in Fantasy leagues.
News: Cavaliers SF Ira Newble scored 14 points in 31 minutes Saturday at Charlotte, breaking the 10-point mark for a second straight game. He shot 6-of-9 from the floor and also pulled down five rebounds.
Analysis: Newble has benefited from LeBron James' absence, meaning he should fade back into obscurity once the star small forward returns, especially with the recent emergence of Shannon Brown and return of Larry Hughes. Leave Newble on waivers in all but the deepest of Fantasy leagues.
News: Cavs backup SF Ira Newble, who was averaging 7.4 minutes a game coming into Monday night's 122-100 loss to the Nuggets, got 17 points in 29 minutes off the bench in the rout.
Analysis: Newble was the biggest beneficiary from Larry Hughes' ejection on Monday, although oddly enough Newble didn't get nearly as many minutes when Hughes missed three games last week with a bruised knee. Don't jump up and grab Newble off the wire any time soon, as he will find his minutes back to normal again in the next game.
News: Cavs F Ira Newble averaged just 3.1 ppg and 2.0 rpg in 15 appearances during the 2006-07 regular season. He appeared in just six playoff games, averaging 1.8 minutes.
Analysis: Newble isn't in a position to start seeing more of an increased role at this stage of his NBA career. Leave him on the waiver wire in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Cavs forward Ira Newble has made eight of his last 10 three-point goals. On the season, he's shooting 61.5 percent from behind the arc (8 of 13).
Analysis: The fact remain that he doesn't see enough regular chances to contribute and he should not be on any Fantasy rosters at this time. Keep him on the waiver wire.
News: Cavs forward Ira Newble has made eight of his last 10 three-point goals. On the season, he's shooting 61.5 percent from behind the arc (8 of 13).
Analysis: The fact remain that he doesn't see enough regular chances to contribute and he should not be on any Fantasy rosters at this time. Keep him on the waiver wire.
News: Cavs F Ira Newble (sinus) was back in action Friday night at Washington. He managed nine points and five boards in 17 minutes of action off the bench.
Analysis: Newble's Fantasy appeal is limited to the largest of Fantasy leagues and only as a reserve at this point. Reserve him in all leagues.
News: Cavs F Ira Newble (sinus) did not play Thursday against the Heat.
Analysis: Newble's Fantasy appeal is limited to the largest of Fantasy leagues and only as a reserve at this point. Reserve him in all leagues.
News: Cavs F Ira Newble (sinus) did not play Tuesday against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Newble's Fantasy appeal is limited to the largest of Fantasy leagues and only as a reserve at this point. Reserve him in all leagues for the upcoming week.
News: The Cavaliers announced that forward Ira Newble is receiving treatment for a sinus infection in Cleveland on Monday. He was sent home from Chicago over the weekend to get medical attention.
Analysis: Newble's Fantasy appeal is limited to the largest of Fantasy leagues and only as a reserve at this point. Reserve him in all leagues for the upcoming week.
News: Newble set season-highs in points (12) and rebounds (seven) in his first start of the season on Tuesday against Sacramento, as LeBron James (back spasms) was unable to go.
Analysis: Newble's Fantasy appeal is limited to the largest of Fantasy leagues and only as a reserve at this point.
News: The Cavaliers players rode swingman Ira Newble hard after Saturday's game in Milwaukee. "The guys were messing with him after the game," Cavs coach Mike Brown said. "Even though he played just 8-1/2 minutes, the guys told the trainers to get an ice bath ready for him." Such is life in the locker room. The players can be brutal. Newble was inserted into the Bucks game and shut down forward Ruben Patterson, who was making life miserable for the Cavs. Newble, who has appeared in just five games this season, doesn't know if his performance will warrant him more playing time.
Analysis: Newble has minimal Fantasy value at this time. Despite the rare playing time, it is not expected to continue.
News: Cavs F Ira Newble has not seen any playing time in the regular season.
Analysis: Out of respect to veteran Ira Newble, coach Mike Brown had him on the active list for the season opener. But there's little question the Cavaliers can get more out of rookie Shannon Brown. He was active for the first time against the Spurs, but didn't play.
News: Larry Hughes and Zydrunas Ilgauskas each scored 14 points and Damon Jones added 12 to help the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 91-82 preseason victory over the Boston Celtics on Friday night. The Cavaliers were without LeBron James, who was given the night off by coach Mike Brown.
Analysis: Don't expect the Cavs to give LeBron much of a chance to hurt himself in the preaseason. He remains our consensus No. 1 overall choice in Fantasy Basketball and he should be drafted as such in any format. Ilgauskas remains a No. 1 Fantasy center in any league and Larry Hughes should once again be considered a nice No. 2 or 3 guard since he is at 100 percent health. Consider Damon Jones an option in leagues as a 3-point threat, but his scoring will have to become more steady for him to be a reliable every week starter. Donyell Marshall, Drew Gooden and Anderson Varejao all have aspects of their game that can be valuable to Fantsasy owners in deeper formats and can be considered decent picks in the lower rounds.
News: Cavs reserve F Ira Newble was released from the Cleveland Clinic on Wednesday after eight days of being treated for a facial abscess.
Analysis: There is something very weird about the whole thing and there may be something that the team just doesn't want to tell us. Regardless, Newble is not a viable Fantasy option.
News: Cavs F Ira Newble spent his fifth day in the hospital with an infection on his face. Cavaliers coach Mike Brown visited Newble at the Cleveland Clinic and reported that his face was still swollen but that Newble's spirits were good.
Analysis: There is something very weird about the whole thing and there may be something that the team just doesn't want to tell us. Regardless, Newble is not a viable Fantasy option.
News: Cavaliers swingman Ira Newble remained in the Cleveland Clinic for the third consecutive night. He has at least two issues going on. There's something going on with a tooth and an ingrown hair in his nostril. That's where the abscess is.
Analysis: Newble is averaging 1.3 points in 13 minutes per game this season and he's not at all a Fantasy option.
News: Cavaliers forward Ira Newble remained hospitalized for a third straight day Thursday for what the team said was a facial abscess. Newble was admitted to the Cleveland Clinic on Tuesday. He missed 23 games earlier this season with tissue inflammation in his right foot, and has now missed the Cavaliers' last three games -- including Thursday's matchup at Miami. "He's doing better," Cavaliers coach Mike Brown said. "He's still in the hospital ... but he's doing a lot better."
Analysis: Newble is averaging 1.3 points in 13 minutes per game this season and he's not at all a Fantasy option.
News: Ira Newble remained hospitalized Wednesday and was being treated for a facial abscess, the second medical setback for him this season. The team said Newble, who was admitted to the Cleveland Clinic on Tuesday, will not accompany the Cavs on their trip to play the Miami Heat on Thursday. Newble missed the first 23 games this season with tissue inflammation in his right foot. He missed Monday's game in Charlotte with a migraine headache.
Analysis: The Cavaliers did not give any new details about Newble's injury. The team previously said Newble's facial abscess was not related to his migraine. Newble, mainly used as a defensive stopper, is averaging 1.3 points and 13 minutes per game.
News: Ira Newble failed to score on 0-of-3 shooting in seven minutes on Saturday in Phoenix.
Analysis: Newble is better known for his defensive prowess and is not too valuable for his Fantasy owners.
News: Ira Newble scored four points on 2-of-5 shooting with five rebounds in 18 minutes on Thursday night vs. Houston.
Analysis: Newble is better known for his defensive prowess and is not too valuable for his Fantasy owners.
News: Ira Newble (foot) made his season debut on Tuesday against the Jazz, finishing with five points in 23 minutes.
Analysis: Newble is better known for his defensive prowess and is not too valuable for his Fantasy owners.
News: Ira Newble (foot), who has been out all season, is available off the Cavaliers bench on Saturday.
Analysis: He has minimal Fantasy appeal in all formats.
News: According to the Cleveland Plain Dealer, Ira Newble (plantar fasciitis) could return Saturday against the Heat after participating in full practices the past few days.
Analysis: When healthy, he has minimal Fantasy appeal in all formats.
News: The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports Ira Newble had a procedure called high energy shock for his strained right foot on Friday.
Analysis: Newble will remain on the inactive list, missing at least four to six more weeks. When healthy, he has minimal Fantasy appeal in all formats.
News: Cavaliers forward Ira Newble, who has yet to play this season because of a foot injury, will be sidelined for another four to six weeks.
Analysis: Newble made 69 starts for Cleveland last season. Regarded as one of the team's top defenders, he averaged 5.9 points and 3.0 rebounds. When he returns, his Fantasy value will be very limited.
News: Ira Newble had 19 points in Sunday's game against the Pistons. He shot 7-for-12 from the floor and 3-for-4 from 3-pointers.
Analysis: Newble is normally just a great defensive specialist. He only helps out offensively on occasion.
News: Ira Newble (Achilles') was back in the starting lineup on Wednesday against the Bulls. He scored seven points and had five boards in 35 minutes.
Analysis: Keep Newble reserved at least one more game before getting him back into the active Fantasy lineup.
News: Newble missed Sunday's game against the Lakers due to his strained Achilles' tendon and will not play again until after the All-Star break.
Analysis: If you need a short-term pickup for Newble, consider Aleksandar Pavlovic. He scored 12 points on 5-of-10 shooting in Sunday's win.
News: The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports Ira Newble (sprained Achilles') returned to action Tuesday after missing five games, but sat out the next two days. "I want to see if those two days of rest would do him some good and now we'll see if he can start [tonight] and play," coach Paul Silas said. "If he can't start, it won't make any sense for him to play."
Analysis: Newble should be back in uniform against Denver on Friday. He could start at the shooting guard if he feels well enough. Avoid using the defensive specialist in any formats.
News: The Akron Beacon-Journal reports Ira Newble (sore Achilles') didn't take part in the Cavaliers' light shoot-around Wednesday and likely won't do much at practice again Thursday. He was able to return Tuesday after missing five games with a partial tear of the tendon. Newble played 16 minutes off the bench and scored four points Tuesday and then limped to his car. "It is pretty sore. I'm just going to rest it for the next couple of days and get some treatment and see how it goes," Newble said.
Analysis: Coach Paul Silas had hoped to put Newble back in the starting lineup Friday against the Nuggets, but that is still in question. Regardless of his health, he's not a useful Fantasy option.
News: Ira Newble (Achilles') returned to the lineup on Tuesday night against the Raptors.
Analysis: Keep Newble reserved in all Fantasy leagues until he gets back into game shape. When healthy, he is only useful in leagues or 12 teams or more.
News: The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports Ira Newble (sprained left Achilles) took part in practice Monday and declared himself 85 percent recovered. He said he would wait until game time against the Raptors Tuesday before deciding whether he can play. "I could play, but it's kind of hard to do some of the things I do," said Newble, who revealed that his Achilles actually has a small tear. "It's still painful. ... Walking is fine. Running straight is fine. Shooting is fine. It's mostly defending."
Analysis: Newble is a defensive specialist that warrants minimal Fantasy consideration when healthy.
News: The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports Newble (ankle) said that he will try to play on Saturday against Orlando.
Analysis: Newble makes Cleveland a better team with his tenacious defense, but he has no Fantasy value.
News: Ira Newble is expected to miss at least one week due to an injury to his Achilles' tendon.
Analysis: With Newble on the mend, Lucious Harris and Eric Snow will see more playing time.
News: Ira Newble sprained his left Achilles tendon during Wednesday's game against Memphis. He is day to day.
Analysis: Newble could miss some time with this injury. He's a defensive specialist that has no Fantasy worth when healthy.
News: Ira Newble scored 10 points on 5-for-9 shooting from the floor in Wednesday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Newble is not a useful Fantasy player. He's a defensive specialist with limited offensive game.
News: Ira Newble went 0-for-2 from the floor and did not score in Wednesday's game against the Bulls. He logged 15 minutes as the starter.
Analysis: The Cavaliers have been one of the hottest teams in the league since Newble was inserted into the starting lineups, but it's not because of his offensive production. Newble is a defensive specialist and does not warrant Fantasy consideration.
News: The Akron Beacon Journal reports Newble didn't play Friday against Orlando. Cavaliers coach Paul Silas attributed it to sore knees.
Analysis: Newble is listed as day to day.
News: Ira Newble (thigh) was activated Thursday from the injured list by Cleveland. J.R. Bremer (ankle) replaced him on the I-L.
Analysis: Newble is not a useful Fantasy player.
News: Ira Newble (quadriceps) has been placed on the injured list by the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Analysis: Eric Williams likely will start in his absence.
News: According to the Akron Beacon Journal, Newble (thigh) is doubtful for Tuesday's game against New York.
Analysis: Eric Williams likely will start if Newble is unable to play.
News: Ira Newble was able to play Friday at Philadelphia. He scored only two points in 21 minutes to go with two rebounds.
Analysis: Newble is not a recommended Fantasy starter. He is a better defender than scorer.
News: The Akron Beacon Journal reports that Ira Newble was suspended by the team for Wednesday's game at New Orleans for an arguing with Cavaliers head coach Paul Silas on Saturday.
Analysis: Newble is not worth starting when he isn’t in trouble.
News: The Akron Beacon Journal reports that Ira Newble could face a fine and suspension from Cleveland head coach Paul Silas after heated discussions between the two Saturday. A decision on his fate will be made within a couple days.
Analysis: Newble is not playing enough to warrant Fantasy attention.
News: Newble (knee) was activated from the injured list and played in Saturday's game against Washington. He posted three points in six minutes.
Analysis: Newble has minimal Fantasy value.
News: Ira Newble (knee tendinitis) will come off the injured list on Saturday and play against the Wizards.
Analysis: Newble is best used as a reserve in most Fantasy leagues.
News: The Akron Beacon Journal reports that Ira Newble (patellar tendinitis in right knee) has started practicing and will likely be ready to play once he comes off the injured list in a week.
Analysis: Newble will be used as a reserve forward. He has great defensive skills but does not warrant starting in most Fantasy leagues.
News: The Cavaliers placed Newble on the injured list on Monday due to an injured knee.
Analysis: When healthy, Newble does not warrant any Fantasy consideration.
News: The Akron Beacon Journal reports that Ira Newble (knee) might be placed on the IL.
Analysis: Once healthy, Newble would be useful in larger Rotisserie leagues only as a backup guard.
News: Newble signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday. "Signing Ira Newble takes our plan another step forward," Cavs general manager Jim Paxson said. "He's a big, strong veteran player that will play an important role for us this season." Newble will likely serve as Darius Miles' backup at small forward. He has no Fantasy value.
Analysis:
News: Newble might be joining a new team. According to the Akron Beacon Journal, the forward received an contract offer from the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday. Newble averaged 7.7 points and 3.7 rebounds per game a season ago with Atlanta, but is more noted for his defensive capabilities. Chicago is also vying for his services. He is not a useful Fantasy player.
Analysis:
News: Newble (knee) was activated from the injured list Tuesday. He only played four minutes coming off the bench, but did score six points. He has no Fantasy appeal.
Analysis:
News: Newble (knee) is on the injured list. He has missed the past six games with inflammation in his left knee and also with a strained hamstring. He is eligible to be activated from the injured list Saturday, but told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Friday that he will not return until after the All-Star break. "We've only got two games, so it won't be worth it." Newble has no Fantasy value unless he can secure a starting job.
Analysis:
News: Newble was replaced by Dion Glover in the starting lineup. Newble is expected to miss the next three games because of an inflamed knee and an injured hamstring. He has no Fantasy value now that he is no longer a starter.
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News: Newble returned to the starting lineup Saturday after a one-game absence. However, he played six minutes. Guard Mike Wilks received 34 minutes of action in his absence. Avoid using Newble until his playing time increases.
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News: Newble is the Hawks starting shooting guard, but hasn't scored much. He is only averaging 9.5 points and shouldn't receive much consideration in Fantasy leagues.
Analysis:
News: Newble will likely be the starting shooting guard. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that Newble will start instead of Dion Glover. Don't expect Newble to be too productive. He will be used mostly for defense. Newble will be a good Fantasy reserve.
Analysis:
News: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that Newble is a front-runner for the job as the starting shooting guard. He is still recovering from an infected to, but was able to play in the Hawks' preseason game on Oct. 12. Now Newble must battle with Dion Glover for the starting shooting guard job. Newble is a good defender, but won't score enough to help a Fantasy team if he does become a starter.
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News: San Antonio activated Newble Wednesday and placed forward Derrick Dial on the injured list with a sprained right wrist. Neither player has much of a Fantasy impact.
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News: The Spurs placed backup forward Ira Newble on the injured list Thursday and activated center Shawnelle Scott. Newble had started at small forward in place of Sean Elliot until suffering a wrist injury.
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