News:The Sports Xchange reports forward Luc Mbah a Moute was expected to play a major role for the Bucks this season. But since signing a four-year, $19 million contract in December, Mbah a Moute has been hampered by tendinitis in his knee and inconsistent play. He has played fewer than 28 minutes in three of the last four games. He played only 15 minutes against the Suns on Tuesday night, finishing with seven points.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute is still in the starting lineup for Milwaukee, but he really is his team's best option right now at power forward with Drew Gooden having to play center in Andrew Bogut's absence. Still, the inconsistent stat lines don't help Fantasy owners, so Mbah a Moute continues to have marginal Fantasy appeal.
News: Bucks F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute continues to stay in his starting role for the team, and on Wednesday he had his finest game of the season against Miami. In a 105-97 win over the Heat , Mbah a Moute had a season-high 13 points and eight rebounds in 33 minutes, shooting 6 of 7 from the field in the game.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute is certainly known more for his defensive skills than his offense, as he is averaging just 5.7 points per game on the season with 4.6 rebounds on 42.3 percent shooting. Games like Wednesday remain the best you can count on from him, and he doesn’t do it very often. Because of that, he is not a recommended Fantasy option in most formats.
News: The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports Bucks coach Scott Skiles said Luc Richard Mbah a Moute would start a second straight game on Wednesday at Houston.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute is set to play a fourth straight game after missing eight due to tendinitis in his right knee. He has been playing about 20-28 minutes, but he has yet to record a double-double since returning. Mbah a Moute remains a very low-end Fantasy option.
News: After missing the previous eight games due to tendinitis in his right knee, Bucks F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute returned on Friday night against the Knicks. He played 24 minutes off the bench and scored six points in the 100-86 win. He went 2 for 6 from the floor and made both of his free throws. Mbah a Moute also chipped in with seven rebounds and two steals in the victory.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute played in just his third game on Friday so he'll have to get into a rhythm before owners should plan on starting him in any format. He could be a decent low-end Fantasy option in deeper leagues, when healthy and performing at full strength, but with the amount of forwards on Milwaukee, ignore him in the majority of formats.
News: Milwaukee forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute was available on Tuesday night for the Bucks, but did not play. He's been out with right knee tendinitis and could make his return to the court on Friday against the Knicks.
Analysis: When Mbah a Moute does make his return, Fantasy owners shouldn't expect much as he'll likely be limited. He's played in just two games this year, so he'll have to get into a rhythm before owners sould plan on starting him in any format. Mbah a Moute could be a decent low-end Fantasy option in deeper leagues, when healthy and performing at full strength.
News: Bucks SF Luc Richard Mbah a Moute (knee) will play limited minutes on Tuesday against Denver, reports the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Mbah a Moute has been out with knee tendinitis and is making his return against the Nuggets.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute has only played in two games this year entering Tuesday and is going to be limited at first for Milwaukee. Fantasy owners should be glad he's back but should also monitor his production early on to see where he's at. Mbah a Moute could be a decent low-end Fantasy option, when healthy and performing at full strength.
News: Bucks F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute did not travel with team for its two-game road trip as he continues to be hampered by a knee injury, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Mbah a Moute, who is considered day to day, will miss games at Dallas and Philadelphia.
Analysis: With Mbah a Moute out, Jon Leuer is expected to retain his spot in the starting lineup for now. Mbah a Moute has missed the Bucks' past five games and will obviously not suit up Friday night. He should not be considered a worthwhile Fantasy option at this point.
News: Bucks forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute missed Thursday's game against the Pistons with a knee injury. The team reported he is still being considered day-to-day, but isn't close to returning.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute has missed the majority of the season as he's seen action in two games. He's averaging 4.0 points and 4.0 boards over those outings. Even when he's healthy, Mbah a Moute has minimal Fantasy value. Owners should continue to ignore him in most Fantasy formats.
News: The Bucks were without SF Luc Richard Mbah a Moute on Tuesday for the game against San Antonio, reports the San Antonio Express-News. Mbah a Moute continued to miss time with a knee injury. He is considered day to day by Milwaukee coach Scott Skiles.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute missed his fourth straight game on Tuesday for the Bucks. Mbah a Moute missed the first three games of the season before making his debut against Denver on Monday. He also played in Tuesday's contest at Utah before experiencing pain in his knee following the game. He doesn't seem to be completely healthy, but even when he heals he should not be considered anything more than a marginal Fantasy option in all formats.
News: Milwaukee F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute, who has played in just two games so far this season, was inactive yet again on Sunday against the Suns because of lingering knee tendinitis. Mbah a Moute missed his third consecutive game.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute missed the first three games of the season before making his debut against Denver on Monday. He also played in Tuesday's contest at Utah before experiencing pain in his knee following the game. He doesn't seem to be completely healthy, but even when he heals he should not be considered anything more than a marginal Fantasy option in all formats.
News: Milwaukee F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute was ruled out for Thursday's game at Sacramento because of lingering knee tendinitis. Mbah a Moute wasn't expected to play for the Bucks, who will also be without Mike Dunleavy (groin) and Andrew Bogut (personal).
Analysis: Mbah a Moute missed the first three games of the season before making his debut against Denver on Monday. He also played in Tuesday's contest at Utah before experiencing pain in his knee following the game. He doesn't seem to be completely healthy and should be considered a marginal option in deeper Fantasy formats for now.
News: After missing the first three games due to a knee injury, Bucks F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute made his season debut on Monday against the Nuggets. He scored six points and hauled in six rebounds in the 91-86 loss. He went 3 for 6 from the floor while playing 21 minutes off the bench. Mbah a Moute also chipped in with two blocks and a steal in the defeat.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute showed no signs of his knee injury on Monday and should be fine going forward. But with the logjam at the forward spot in Milwaukee, he could be in for mediocre numbers again this season. While he has value in deeper category-based formats, continue to ignore Mbah a Moute in the majority of Fantasy leagues at this point.
News: Bucks SF Luc Richard Mbah a Moute was cleared to play and should be back in action after a knee injury on Monday night at Denver. That said, the Bucks do have a logjam at the forward position.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute will fight for minutes with Ersan Ilyasova and Drew Gooden. For now, his Fantasy value is on the low-end side, but that could change. The good news is that he's been cleared to get back to playing again.
News: Bucks SF Luc Richard Mbah a Moute missed another game on Friday against the Wizards. Mbah a Moute has not played in a game yet this season as he continues to deal with patella tendinitis in his right knee.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute should be able to make his 2011 debut shortly so keep an eye on his progress going forward. He averaged 6.7 points and 5.3 rebounds in 79 games for the Bucks last season. The 25-year-old, who is entering his fourth NBA season, was second on the team in rebounds (420). Fantasy owners should view him as a low-end option to start the season.
News: Bucks F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute was once again ruled inactive for Tuesday's contest against the Timberwolves. Mbah a Moute was also held out of Monday's season opener due to patella tendinitis in his right knee.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute should be able to make his 2011 debut shortly so keep an eye on his progress going forward. He averaged 6.7 points and 5.3 rebounds in 79 games for the Bucks last season. The 25-year-old, who is entering his fourth NBA season, was second on the team in rebounds (420). Fantasy owners should view him as a low-end option to start the season.
News: Bucks F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute was inactive for Monday's game against the Bobcats. He was unable to play due to patella tendinitis in his right knee.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute should be able to make his 2011 debut shortly so keep an eye on his progress going forward. He averaged 6.7 points and 5.3 rebounds in 79 games for the Bucks last season. The 25-year-old, who is entering his fourth NBA season, was second on the team in rebounds (420). Fantasy owners should view him as a low-end option to start the season.
News: Bucks DF Luc Richard Mbah a Moute dealt with knee tendinitis during Saturday's practice and was limited due to the ailment, reports the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel. Coach Scott Skiles is not sure how much Mbah a Moute will be able to play on opening night Monday at Charlotte. "I don't know where he (Mbah a Moute) is going to stand for the game," Skiles said. "We feel like as a group we're good there (at power forward)."
Analysis: Skiles doesn't sound as if he's going to miss Mbah a Moute too much. The Bucks are deep at that position. Mbah a Moute averaged 6.7 points and 5.3 rebounds in 79 games for the Bucks last season. The 25-year-old, who is entering his fourth NBA season, was second on the team in rebounds (420). Fantasy owners should view him as a low-end option to start the season.
News: Milwaukee re-signed free agent F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute to a multiyear contract. Bucks general manager John Hammond announced the move Tuesday, saying the team matched an offer sheet to the restricted free agent from Denver. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute averaged 6.7 points and 5.3 rebounds in 79 games for the Bucks last season. The 25-year-old, who is entering his fourth NBA season, was second on the team in rebounds (420). Fantasy owners should view him as a late-round option in deeper drafts.
News: The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reported Saturday that the Bucks have matched the offer Denver extended to Luc Richard Mbah a Moute of four years and $19 million. The Bucks will retain Mbah a Moute's services.
Analysis: The move to Denver may have increased Mbah a Moute's Fantasy value. Staying in Milwaukee will give him much the same value he brought to the table last year. Mbah a Moute is only worth grabbing in deeper Fantasy leagues as a late-round selection on Draft Day.
News: The Denver Post reports Saturday that the Nuggets have offered F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute a four-year, $19 million contract. Milwaukee can match the offer, but are not expected to do so.
Analysis: The Nuggets really want Mbah a Moute and it showed on Saturday with their offer. Mbah a Moute could start for Denver assuming the team doesn't re-sign Nene. The move to Denver could make Mbah a Moute a player worth grabbing in the later rounds of Fantasy drafts.
News: The Racine Journal Times reports the Bucks haven't tendered a qualifying offer to restricted free agent to be Luc Mbah a Moute, but that's only inevitable. The Bucks are quite fond of Mbah a Moute and undoubtedly will match any offer made to him during free agency.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute averaged just 6.7 points, 5.3 rebounds and shot 46.3 percent from the field in his 26 minutes per outing. He recorded eight double-doubles through the season and had a season-high of 19 points for the Bucks. The third-year forward is more of a defensive specialist than offensive threat, which limits him in Fantasy play. If he returns to the Bucks for the 2011-12 season, Mbah a Moute would only be worth grabbing in deeper Fantasy leagues as a late-round selection on Draft Day.
News: Forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute is a restricted free agent under the NBA's current collective bargaining agreement. He was one of the more durable players on Milwaukee this season as he played in 79 contests. Unfortunately Mbah a Moute didn't do a whole lot during his time on the court. He averaged just 6.7 points, 5.3 rebounds and shot 46.3 percent from the field in his 26 minutes per outing. He recorded eight double-doubles through the season and had a season-high of 19 points for the Bucks. "You've got to have some offensive skills," Mbah a Moute told the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. "I've been working on my game and it's coming along really good. I'm happy with my progress and I've got to continue to work."
Analysis: Mbah a Moute played in the second most games for the Bucks and started 52 games as Milwaukee dealt with a myriad of injuries. He had his best month in March when he averaged 10.3 points and 5.6 boards in those 14 outings. Unfortunately, even in his best month, Mbah a Moute didn't have much Fantasy value. The third-year forward is more of a defensive specialist than offensive threat, which limits him in Fantasy play. If he returns to the Bucks for the 2011-12 season, Mbah a Moute would only be worth grabbing in deeper Fantasy leagues as a late-round selection on Draft Day.
News: In the starting lineup again with the team still injury-ridden, Milwaukee F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute was solid by all accounts Sunday against New York. He tied a season-high with 19 points on the night, just three points away from setting a career mark. He got there unconventionally as well, shooting a sub-par 3 of 11 from the field. Mbah a Moute was much better at the line, shooting a perfect 13 of 13 from the charity stripe to shatter his previous career-high (seven) for makes. He added eight rebounds and an assist on the offensive end. Defensively, Mbah a Moute stole three passes and tied a career-high with three blocks in 46 minutes of playing time.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute has been able to play an increased role with the amount of injuries on the Bucks roster, and he had arguably his best all-around game of the season to show for it Sunday. However, it might be short lived because Drew Gooden (left foot), Ersan Ilyasova (concussion) and Michael Redd (left knee) are all in line to return to the lineup in the next week or so. Fantasy owners should utilize the UCLA product while they still can, because his minutes will take a major hit one the forwards return to the team. Mbah a Moute is a low-end Fantasy option for now.
News: After missing the previous two games with an illness, Milwaukee F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute came back strong on Sunday night against Boston. He scored a season-high 19 points and hauled in seven rebounds in the 89-83 loss. He went 8 for 13 from the field and converted 3 of 5 free throws while playing 37 minutes off the bench. Mbah a Moute also chipped in with two steals and an assist in the defeat.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute set his season high in his previous game before coming down with the illness and surpassed it in his first game back. He is averaging 7.6 points with 5.4 rebounds and 1.1 steals over the last eight games, and is shooting 50 percent from the floor over that span. Despite coming off the bench on Sunday, he is expected to be back in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Wizards, so Fantasy owners should take that into account when setting their lineups. Mbah a Moute is playing well right now but he should still be considered a low-end Fantasy option going forward.
News: Though he was active, Milwaukee forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute did not play in Friday's game against the Suns. It was a coaches decision, so his injury concern is still a bit in question.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute might have peaked on Saturday night, as he scored a career-high 16 points in 26 minutes of floor time. With the team dealing with several injuries and splitting nearly identical minutes to the remaining players, it's tough for any of their reserves to establish consistency. Mbah a Moute is no different. Fantasy owners should utilize him as a marginal option in deeper, category-based leagues moving forward.
News: NBA.com reports Milwaukee forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute will play Friday against the Suns after missing Tuesday’s game with the flu. He is averaging nearly six points per game this season along with just over five rebounds.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute might have peaked on Saturday night, as he scored a career-high 16 points in 26 minutes of floor time. With the team dealing with several injuries and splitting nearly identical minutes to the remaining players, it's tough for any of their reserves to establish consistency. Mbah a Moute is no different. Fantasy owners should utilize him as a marginal option in deeper, category-based leagues moving forward.
News: Milwaukee forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute missed Tuesday's game versus Detroit with flu-like symptoms, according to the team's official website. It was reported he became ill after the morning shootaround.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute scored a season-high 16 points on Saturday night, so he had some momentum heading into this scoring period. Owners in daily formats should adjust their lineups accordingly. The Bucks have a lot of players that are interchangeable, so it's hard for any of them to separate themselves from the crowd. Over his last 10 outings he's averaging 7.4 points and 7.3 boards per contest. Until those numbers go up a bit, Mbah a Moute is just a low-end forward option in the deepest of category-based formats.
News: Milwaukee forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute scored a second-high 16 points against Chicago on Saturday night. He lead the team in scoring, while adding eight boards in his 26 minutes. Mbah a Moute would add an assist and four steals, but the Bucks would not be able to corral the Bulls on this night. Chicago went on to win the game, 83-75. Mbah a Moute would shoot 7 of 9 from the field and knocked down both his foul shots.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute continues to get starts with Drew Gooden out with his injury. Over his last 10 outings he's averaging 7.4 points and 7.3 boards per contest. He has just six double-doubles on the year, which isn't awful but doesn't give Fantasy owners a lot to go on. He can be a nice source of rebounds, but not enough to warrant too much attention. Owners should continue to view Mbah a Moute as a low-end forward option in the deepest of category-based formats.
News: Bucks forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute recorded his sixth double-double of the season in Monday's 102-78 win over the Clippers. Mbah a Moute finished with 13 points and 10 rebounds in the contest on 3 of 4 shooting from the field. He went 7 of 8 from the free-throw line and also chipped in with and assist and a steal in 39 minutes off the bench.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute has been playing well of late for the Bucks, especially on the glass. The 24-year-old is averaging 7.0 rebounds over his last 10 contests and continues to see around 26 minutes off the bench. While his limited offensive game continues to limit his value, Mbah a Moute can be a decent source for cheap rebounds in deeper category-based formats. Consider him as such heading into the second half of the season.
News: Milwaukee forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute notched nine points and nine rebounds in the Bucks' 89-89 loss at Memphis on Friday night. Mbah a Moute connected on 4 of 6 shot attempts from the field as he narrowly missed posting his third double-double in his last five games. Mbah a Moute added a steal while playing 19 minutes -- the second game in a row he has logged under 20 minutes.
Analysis: Despite playing off the bench, Mbah a Moute has been surging for the Bucks in February, especially on the glass. The 6-foot-8 native of Cameroon has posted 9.6 rebounds in his last five games, which includes a dominating 19-rebound outing against Golden State on Feb. 3. He won't contribute much scoring -- his scoring average (5.3 ppg) is barely higher than his rebounding effort (5.2) -- but he could help Fantasy owners in search of a cheap source of rebounds. Consider him only in category-based and deeper leagues for now.
News: Bucks forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute recorded his fourth double-double of the year on Thursday night against the Warriors. Mbah a Moute grabbed a career-high 19 rebounds and scored a season-high 15 points in his 41 minutes of action. He shot 50 percent (6 for 12) from the field and connected on all three of his foul shots. Eleven of Mbah a Moute's boards came of the offensive glass, helping Milwaukee to a 49-36 rebounding advantage. He added five assists and two steals for the Bucks, but his team would not hold on to the lead late. Golden State would edge out Milwaukee, 100-94.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute got the start with Drew Gooden and Andrew Bogut both sidelined with injuries. Once one of those players returns, Mbah a Moute will likely resume his role off the bench, but too many more performances like this and coach Scott Skiles might have to rethink his rotation. On the year, Mbah a Moute is averaging just 5.1 points and 4.8 boards per contest. Over his last five outings he's upped those totals to 6.8 and 7.8 respectively. Mbah a Moute is 23 of 43 from the field (53.4 percent) over his last 10 games. Still, despite his solid game and probably his best of the season, Mbah a Moute isn't worth owning in many Fantasy leagues right now.
News: Bucks SF Luc Richard Mbah a Moute started on Wednesday night in Phoenix as center Andrew Bogut missed the game due to injury and was inactive. Mbah a Moute had been recently moved to the bench but rejoined the starters Wednesday as the Bucks went small as Drew Gooden was also missing. He did little over his 40 minutes on the floor, shooting just 1 of 6 and scoring four points. Mbah a Moute added five rebounds, one assist and three steals in the performance and also had a block to his credit.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute can rebound fairly well for a small forward and he plays solid defense, but his overall offensive game lacks and that hurts his Fantasy value. Since we fully expect him to go right back to the bench, we don't think he garners anymore Fantasy value than he usually has. And that is pretty low.
News: Bucks coach Scott Skiles hinted that he might tinker with his lineup after Milwaukee’s 95-94 loss in Philadelphia on Friday, and NBA.com reports that he did just that on Monday. Corey Maggette replaced Luc Mbah a Moute in Milwaukee’s starting five at Houston. “It’s no reflection on Luc. We got to do something,” Skiles said. “We’re not getting off to good starts. We’re going to try to find something that works to not be down 15-6 to start a game and shooting 35 percent.”
Analysis: As a starter, Mbah a Moute averaged just 5.6 points and 5.0 rebounds. He has not been an adequate Fantasy option as a starter and he certainly will not be off the bench. Avoid him in all formats.
News: Bucks forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute returned from a slight concussion and didn't miss any games as he was able to play 42 minutes in a loss at Miami on Tuesday. Mbah a Moute scored nine points on 1 of 6 from the field and added seven rebounds, one steal and one blocked shot.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute had a double-double the last time he saw at least 30 minutes in a game on Dec. 28 at Chicago. The potential is clearly there, but until it becomes consistent, he only has low-end Fantasy value.
News: Bucks forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute has been cleared to play by team doctors for Tuesday's game against the Heat. Mbah a Moute suffered a mild concussion in Saturday's win against Dallas.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute is averaging 5.1 points and 5.0 rebounds in just over 25.1 minutes a game this season. While he has gotten a handful of starts on the season, he is mostly just been used as a role player of the bench. Until he sees more consistent playing time, Mbah a Moute will continue to have minimal Fantasy value.
News: Milwaukee forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute sustained a mild concussion on Saturday against Dallas and played only 12 minutes. He shot 1 for 4 from the field and finished with two points. He added three boards during his time on the court. He's being considered day to day.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute is averaging 6.2 points and 4.2 rebounds over his last five games. Despite his concussion being classified as mild, teams normally give players plenty of time to regroup from such an injury. The Bucks play four games in Week 11 (Jan. 3-9), but with the potential of missing some games, Fantasy owners in the deepest of leagues should keep Mbah a Moute stashed until he's 100 percent.
News: Milwaukee forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute played a career-high 47 minutes and scored 12 points in the Bucks' 104-101 victory over Charlotte on Saturday night. Playing without Andrew Bogut, Corey Maggette or Drew Gooden because of various injuries, Mbah a Moute reached a season high in points and also added 10 rebounds for his first double-double of the season. His total time off the court Saturday night was 38 seconds.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute has received plenty of playing time this season but Saturday's total topped his previous high by eight minutes. With the Bucks hobbled by injuries, expect Mbah a Moute to continue getting sufficient playing time. However unless he improves on his 5.5 points per game and 5.6 rebounds per game, he remains a low-end Fantasy option in deeper leagues only.
News: Bucks forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute scored in double figures for the first time in six games. He scored 10 points on Wednesday against the Cavaliers. He shot 4 for 7 from the field and grabbed a team-high nine rebounds in his 26 minutes of court time. The Bucks would lose to the Cavs, 83-81.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute has scored his season-high of 10 points three times this season. He's averaging around 26 minutes a game this year, but hasn't done much offensively with his court time. His Fantasy value is extremely low right now and isn't worth owning in anything but the deepest category-based leagues -- and that is just as a reserve option.
News: Bucks F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute was held without a single point in Tuesday's game against the Lakers despite starting. He is averaging just 4.8 points per game over his last five contests to go with 6.0 rebounds and 1.4 steals in that span.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute is getting around 30 minutes per game, but he is not asked to take many shots and is usually just asked to rebound. Even in that category, he has been inconsistent. He remains just a category-league reserve for now.
News: Bucks F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute got the start on Friday night and had his best game of the year against the Pacers. He scored 10 points and hauled in a game-high 15 rebounds in the 94-90 win. He shot just 2 of 7 from the field but went 6 for 8 from the charity stripe while playing 39 minutes, Mbah a Moute also had two assists, a steal and a blocked shot in the victory. ``I'm just happy we won,'' Mbah a Moute said. ``Bogut was out, and I had to go out and bring energy, especially on the defensive end.''
Analysis: Mbah a Moute has never been known as a huge rebounder so Fantasy owners should not get too high on him after Friday's performance. But with the way the Bucks rotate their players, he could see more action if he continues to produce. Mbah a Moute has minimal Fantasy appeal at this point but could become a viable option in deeper leagues with more consistent play.
News: Bucks F Luc Mbah A Moute played Friday against the Timberwolves after being listed as questionable with a right ankle injury. He missed only one game. Mbah a Moute chipped in three points, four rebounds, one assist and one blocked shot in 18 minutes off the bench.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute hasn't quite lived up to the expectations he entered the league with coming out of college. He is part of a frontcourt rotation for the Bucks and has minimal Fantasy appeal until his numbers improve.
News: Bucks F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute, who was reportedly going to play Wednesday against the Hornets, did not dress for the game due to a right ankle injury. He is day to day, especially because the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reported earlier Wednesday that he was going to play in the opener.
Analysis: Luckily, Mbah a Moute has very low-end Fantasy value and nobody probably got burned by starting him when the report said he would play. He could return on Friday in Minnesota but until he shows something on the court, he has low-end Fantasy value.
News: According to the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel, Bucks SF Luc Richard Mbah a Moute will play in the season opener Wednesday at New Orleans even though he has a sprained ankle.
Analysis: Moute gives the Bucks some defense off the bench, but the team has enough other players competing for minutes that he doesn't figure to make a big impact statistically. You can leave him for the deepest of Fantasy leagues.
News: Bucks SF Luc Richard Mbah a Moute missed practice on Monday, reports the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel. The former UCLA forward is questionable for the season opener on Wednesday at New Orleans as he's been dealing with a sprained ankle.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute has been dealing with this ankle injury for several weeks now and he didn't get much preseason time because of it. Fantasy potential is there for the deeper leagues but owners should wait until they seem him on the floor again before considering him worthy of usage.
News: Bucks forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute went 2 for 6 from the field on Friday against the Pistons, and made both of his free-throw attempts. In almost 40 minutes of action he grabbed six boards, scored six points and made two steals. Milwaukee was -13 when he was on the court.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute averaged 6.2 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.1 assists last year, which was a bit lower than his rookie season. With a log jam at the forward position, it is uncertain who will be the starters. Mbah a Moute should be viewed a a late-round pick on Draft Day in deeper leagues as he has no guarantee for reliable playing time.
News: The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reports Bucks forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute was proud of what the team accomplished this year in reaching the playoffs before losing to Atlanta in the first round in seven games. "Everybody doubted us and no one thought we were even going to make it to the playoffs," Mbah a Moute said after a 95-74 loss to the Hawks in Game 7. "We made it and we took the third team in the East to seven games, and we had a chance to win at home. So we've got to feel pretty good about ourselves. But at the same time we've got to learn, especially about the magnitude of a Game 6 and having a chance to close it at home. The way we played in that third quarter (in Game 6), we have to learn from stuff like that." Mbah a Moute finished with 13 points and six rebounds in Game 7.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute should be proud of his play as well. He averaged 6.2 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.1 assists. His points slipped from his rookie year when he averaged 7.2, but he continues to fill the stat sheet. Still, he only has minimal Fantasy value and should be drafted with a late-round pick in deeper leagues at best.
News: Bucks F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute had 10 points with six rebounds in Sunday's game against Indiana. He cracked double figures for the second time in four games.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute is averaging 6.4 points and 6.4 rebounds in his last five games. He is not consistent enough to rely upon in Fantasy and should be left out of active lineups.
News: Bucks SF Luc Richard Mbah a Moute finished with a double-double against the Hornets on Wednesday, scoring 10 points and snatching 10 rebounds. In 24 minutes, he shot 4 of 7 from the field.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute doesn't get a lot of shots in Milwaukee's offense, but he's making significantly more than he misses (.667 in 10 February games), and is a monster on the boards (double digit rebounds in four of his last seven games). His quiet production makes him a borderline No. 4 Fantasy forward.
News: Milwaukee SF Luc Richard Mbah a Moute recorded a double-double on Monday night in a win at New York, his second in his last seven games. The former UCLA standout scored 11 points and grabbed 11 rebounds in the victory. He shot 5 of 6 from the field and added four assists.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute is averaging 9.8 points, 8.4 rebounds and has shot 21 of 30 from the field over his last five games. He can contribute in a variety of ways but is never going to be a big-time scorer. His Fantasy value lies in 12-team and deeper leagues.
News: Bucks SF Luc Richard Mbah a Moute continues to play well in February, scoring 18 points and grabbing eight rebounds Wednesday against the Rockets. It was the third time in seven outings this month he's scored in double figures, the fourth time he's hauled in at least eight boards. He added one assist, one steal and one block.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute seems to have turned the corner this month, taking his play up a notch. In his last five games he's averaging 13.8 points, 9.6 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.2 steals. He is becoming a borderline No. 4 Fantasy forward. However, the rumored arrival of SF John Salmons from Chicago could impact his minutes and role with the team.
News: Milwaukee forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute had nine points, 11 rebounds and two assists Tuesday night against Detroit. Mbah a Moute now has 22 rebounds in his past two games and is averaging 9.8 points and 7.8 rebounds in his past five outings.
Analysis: Maybe this is a sign that Mbah a Moute is starting to post stats in his sophomore season. Or maybe he's just having a good stretch. Keep an eye on his production following the All-Star break, but he could be worth adding in deep leagues while he's playing at a high level.
News: Bucks SF Luc Richard Mbah a Moute recorded a double-double in Saturday's win over the Pacers, scoring a season-high 18 points and grabbing 11 rebounds. He shot 7 of 9 from the field, missing his only 3-point attempt. He added one assist, one steal and one block.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute had been quiet most of the season. However, he's caused a stir over the past two games, in which he's averaging 17 points and 8.5 rebounds. He had little Fantasy value prior to this weekend, but with back-to-back impressive performances he's worth keeping an eye on.
News: Milwaukee F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute scored 16 points and a tied a season-high in a 114-107 victory over New York on Friday. In 34 minutes of play Moute shot 6 of 7 from the floor while adding six rebounds and two blocks.
Analysis: Despite a solid performance from Moute, he averages just 5.8 points per game and 4.8 rebounds per game. He provides no real Fantasy value and can be left on waivers.
News: Milwaukee F Luc Mbah a Moute seemingly can't buy a basket these days. The second-year pro went 0-for-2 against the Heat Saturday night and is now two of 13 from the field over the last four games.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute has averaged playing just 21.6 minutes over his last five games and has scored 2.4 points to go with four rebounds. He provides no Fantasy value and can be left on waivers.
News: Bucks F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute had six points, five rebounds and a steal in Monday's game at Phoenix. Moute has not scored in double figures in the last seven games.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute remains in the starting lineup for the Bucks, but he's only getting around 20 minutes per game and is not a significant role player on the team. Fantasy owners should look past him in all but the deepest of leagues.
News: Bucks SF Luc Richard Mbah a Moute scored nine points and grabbed 10 rebounds on Monday in a loss at Charlotte. Mbah a Moute shot 3 of 6 from the field over 36 minutes and added two steals, a block and an assist.
Analysis: The Bucks forward out of UCLA is averaging just eight points per game over his last five and less than that on the season. His Fantasy value is that of a cheap source of rebounds, steals and blocks but he doesn't do that all that well, either. He has ability to be a defensive stopper but is nothing but the lowest of the low-end Fantasy options right now.
News: Bucks F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute (foot) returned to action Friday at Detroit. He played 13 minutes, but did not score a point. He brought down 3 rebounds.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute is more of a stopgap or injury replacement in his own right when he is healthy and going well these days. Don't activate him until he shows some consistent output that you are comfortable with.
News: The Milwaukee Bucks expect Bucks F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute (foot) to return to action Friday against Detroit, according to play-by-play announcer Jim Paschke. He has missed the team's last nine games.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute is more of a stopgap or injury replacement in his own right when he is healthy and going well these days. Don't activate him until he shows some consistent output that you are comfortable with.
News: Milwaukee SF Luc Richard Mbah a Moute missed his ninth game in a row on Wednesday due to a foot injury. However, he is no longer wearing a boot and could return soon. Mbah a Moute is questionable for Friday at Detroit.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute should be able to return by Sunday and be a safe play for Fantasy Week 7 (Dec. 7-13). Monitor his status the rest of the week before making a decision on him for the upcoming scoring period. However, Mbah a Moute is just a low-end Fantasy option at this point.
News: The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reports that Bucks forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute, who missed his eighth consecutive game with a left foot strain Monday against the Bulls, is no longer wearing a boot on the injured foot. He said he hopes to return for Wednesday's game at Washington.
Analysis: Keep an eye on Mbah a Moute's status and hope he can return against the Wizards. When active, Mbah a Moute is a low-end Fantasy option in all leagues.
News: Bucks SF Luc Richard Mbah a Moute missed his eighth straight game with a foot injury Monday against the Bulls. He's day to day.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute has no real timetable for his return. Fortunately, he's not a big contributor statistically and should remain on waivers in Fantasy, regardless of injury.
News: The Bucks officially list Luc Richard Mbah a Moute in the official media notes for Monday's game against Chicago. Mbah a Moute has missed the past seven games with a foot injury.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute has no real timetable for his return. He could return any day during Fantasy Week 6 (Nov. 30-Dec. 6), but remains too risky to start. He is more of a stopgap or injury replacement in his own right when he is healthy and going well anyway.
News: Milwaukee F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute was not active on Saturday against the Magic due to a foot injury. He is considered questionable for Monday against Chicago.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute, who spent much of last season in the starting lineup, is no more than a defensive presence off the bench this season. He's not a consistent enough scorer or rebounder to matter in Fantasy. Keep him reserved for Fantasy Week 6 (Nov. 30-Dec. 6).
News: Milwaukee F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute was not active on Friday against the Rockets due to a foot injury. He is considered questionable for Sunday against Houston.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute, who spent much of last season in the starting lineup, is no more than a defensive presence off the bench this season. He's not a consistent enough scorer or rebounder to matter in Fantasy.
News: Milwaukee SF Luc Richard Mbah a Moute was still not ready to return on Wednesday against the Hornets but might be back at some point this weekend, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Mbah a Moute has been out since suffered a left foot strain on Nov. 16 against Dallas. "I did a little bit of shooting just to see how it feels," Mbah a Moute said before the game against the Hornets. "I will continue to work with Marc (Boff) and see how much better it gets. Some days I'll wake up and it feels good, and some days it won't feel as good. You've just got to wait. It's tough, but I guess that's what you've got to do."
Analysis: Mbah a Moute, who spent much of last season in the starting lineup, is no more than a defensive presence off the bench this season. He's not a consistent enough scorer or rebounder to matter in Fantasy.
News: Bucks SF Luc Richard Mbah a Moute missed his third straight game with a sprained left foot Monday at San Antonio. He's day to day.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute, who spent much of last season in the starting lineup, is no more than a defensive presence off the bench this season. He's not a consistent enough scorer or rebounder to matter in Fantasy.
News:Luc Richard Mbah a Moute did not dress for Saturday's game against Memphis due to a strained left foot. The team lists him as day to day.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute has missed the last two games and has been wearing a walking boot. The Bucks play four games in Week 5 (Nov. 23-29), but he has to be considered a big injury risk. When he returns, he could be one of the players who benefits from the absence of Andrew Bogut.
News: Bucks F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute (sprained left foot) is in a walking boot. He said before Friday's game against Charlotte that he missed that he's day-to-day, but likely will not play against Memphis on Saturday.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute has had some sporadic performances early on this season and that is more or less what you should expected from him when he is healthy. That makes him a very unreliable Fantasy option and definitely not one to go to when he is less than 100 percent. He will likely be considered an injury risk for Fantasy Week 5 (Nov. 23-29).
News: The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reports that Luc Richard Mbah a Moute sat out practice Thursday and was wearing a boot on his left foot. He was diagnosed with a left foot sprain following the Dallas game on Monday and did not play against the Nets Wednesday.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute has had some sporadic performances early on this season and that is more or less what you should expected from him when he is healthy. That makes him a very unreliable Fantasy option and definitely not one to go to when he is less than 100 percent.
News: Bucks SF Luc Richard Mbah a Moute missed Wednesday's game against the Nets with a sprained left foot. He left the arena in a walking boot even though coach Scott Skiles said he's expected to play Friday.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute, who spent much of last season in the starting lineup, is no more than a defensive presence off the bench this season. He's not a consistent enough scorer or rebounder to matter in Fantasy.
News: Bucks SF Luc Richard Mbah a Moute, who has had to come off the bench most of this season after starting much of his rookie season, set season highs with 10 points and nine rebounds in 35 minutes Wednesday against the Nuggets. He also had two steals and one block.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute is more of a defensive specialist than an offensive weapon, putting up less-than-impressive numbers even as a starter. As a reserve, he stands little chance of making a contribution in Fantasy. Leave him on waivers.
News: Bucks SG Carlos Delfino got a start at small forward in a preseason game Monday at Houston. He scored 16 points on 6 of 15 shooting, including 4 of 10 from 3-point range. He also had eight rebounds, four steals and two assists. Luc Richard Mbah a Moute, the favorite to start at small forward for the Bucks, played only 14 minutes off the bench before fouling out.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute is more of a defensive specialist than an offensive weapon, so he doesn't have much Fantasy value to begin with. As a starter, he's worth a late-round flier just because you know he'll get minutes, but he should go undrafted in most Fantasy leagues.
News: Bucks forward Charlie Villanueva had 18 points and seven rebounds Monday against Orlando. Villanueva came off the bench with Luc Richard Mbah a Moute starting in his place. Mbah a Moute only had four points, six rebounds and two assists.
Analysis: The Bucks are likely putting Villanueva on the bench since he's a free agent and could leave the team. Mbah a Moute is a rookie who the Bucks could lean on as a starter in the future. For now, Villanueva has more Fantasy value even in a reserve role to end the season.
News: Milwaukee rookie SF Luc Richard Mbah a Moute put together a nice game on Sunday in a win over Boston. The rookie out of UCLA scored 15 points and grabbed seven rebounds. He shot 4-of-11 from the field.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute is playing better of late and is averaging 11 points and eight boards per night over his last five contests. That comes with 1.2 steals and makes Mbah a Moute someone to consider in deeper leagues once again.
News: The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel writes that Bucks rookie SF Luc Richard Mbah a Moute will use his first All-Star break in the NBA to rest after hitting the rookie wall fairly hard. "Just get a lot of rest," Mbah a Moute said. "Get basketball off my mind for a little bit. Try to refresh." Mbah a Moute did not play in the rookie-sophomore game and will not play basketball until the season starts again.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute averages 25.1 minutes per game in his first year and is one of only two Bucks to have played in every game, along with Richard Jefferson. He admits the grueling schedule has caught up with him. The season started very promising after he averaged 10 points, eight boards and 1.1 steals per game in November but he began to slow from there and was down to three points, 5.5 boards and under a steal four February games. Look for him to get a bit of a boost when the season starts up again but right now he's mostly just someone to consider in the deepest of Fantasy leagues.
News: Milwaukee SF Luc Richard Mbah a Moute played well despite shooting poorly on Wednesday in a win over the Pacers. Mbah a Moute scored eight points and grabbed 11 rebounds but shot just 2-of-8 from the field. He added a steal, a block and an assist.
Analysis: As long as Charlie Villanueva is playing well, Mbah a Moute will not get too many opportunities to shine. He remains worth using in only the deepest of leagues.
News: Milwaukee small forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute scored 10 points on Wednesday night against the Indiana Pacers over 30 minutes coming off the bench. The former UCLA star was 5-of-6 from the field and added five rebounds and four steals.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute has taken just 25 shots in his last five games and has connected on 14 of them for an average of 6.8 points per night. Along with his average of six boards over that span, he's really just a very low-end Fantasy player at this point. As long as Charlie Villanueva is playing well, Mbah a Moute will not get too many opportunities to shine.
News: Minnesota F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute scored only four points on 2-of-7 shooting from the field. Meanwhile, starter Charlie Villanueva scored 27 points getting the start on 10-of-14 shooting. Mbah a Moute did however pull down 10 rebounds in the game.
Analysis: Since Villanueva has returned to the Bucks' lineup, Mbah a Moute's performance has struggled in terms of Fantasy production. He is used more as a defensive stopper in Minnesota and not a great Fantasy option at the moment. Keep him reserved until his offensive production picks up once again.
News: Bucks F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute had just four points to go with six rebounds off the bench Saturday at the Clippers. He is averaging 8.1 points and 6.4 rebounds over his last five games.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute was pretty solid early in the season, but the presence of Charlie Villanueva does not allow for him to be consistent. He is more of a defensive player and a rebounder than an offensive presence. Leave him reserved until he can put a good string together again.
News: Milwaukee rookie small forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute is still starting for the Bucks but after scoring just four points in Saturday's loss at Minnesota, he's doing little of Fantasy value. Mbah a Moute shot just 1-of-2 from the field and added five rebounds in the game.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute was pretty solid early in the season with Michael Redd out and still starts but is scoring just 4.8 points per night over his last five games. That comes with six boards, which isn't bad, and less than one assist per game. He does little else and is only worth using in the deepest of Fantasy leagues right now.
News: Milwaukee SF Luc Richard Mbah a Moute started and played 18 minutes in Wednesday's loss to the Rockets. The rookie from UCLA did not score in the game and was 0-for-2 from the field. He added two steals.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute is averaging eight points, 3.6 boards and 1.4 assists over his last five games for Milwaukee. He's starting but doing little of Fantasy value over 24 minutes per night. Consider Mbah a Moute a potential stopgap in deeper category-based leagues. He can help in rebounds and occasional scoring along with some steals when he is going well. Right now, though, he is not a recommended starter.
News:The Sports Xchange notes that Luc Richard Mbah a Moute has arguably been the Bucks' best defender, but the rookie from UCLA hasn't provided much help on the offensive end. Including his four points against the Warriors on Wednesday, Mbah a Moute has scored only 28 points in the last six games.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute has been able to wrestle minutes away from Charlie Villanueva -- a far superior offensive player -- with good defense. However, his lack of consistent offensive production could hurt him in the long run, especially with Villanueva putting up nice numbers of late. Consider Mbah a Moute a potential stopgap in deeper category-based leagues. He can help in rebounds and occasional scoring along with some steals when he is going well. Right now, though, he is not a recommended starter.
News: Bucks F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute, like many rookies before him, has had trouble adjusting to life on the road, according to the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel. He had only four points, two rebounds, two steals and one assist in only 15 minutes of play Tuesday at Phoenix. "We're working on that with him," coach Scott Skiles said. "He has to be able to get it done on the road also. We're asking an awful lot out of him. We're asking him to guard some of the bes tforwards in the league. Then he comes out, and I put him back in on a guard. That's an awful lot to ask."
Analysis: Mbah a Moute entered Tuesday's game shooting 49.2 percent at home compared to 40 percent on the road, but his other numbers don't show such a big divergence. Mbah a Moute got off to an unexpectedly hot start in his rookie season, but he has cooled off since, scoring in double figures in only one of his last seven games with an average of 5.3 points over that stretch. Reserve him for now in standard Fantasy leagues and treat him as just a low-end forward.
News: Bucks rookie F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute, who seized a starting job with his strong performance out of the gate this season, had only four points, eight rebounds and three assists in 33 minutes Wednesday at Atlanta. He attempted only four shots and has attempted five or fewer in four of his last six games.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute entered Wednesday's game averaging 9.8 points and 7.6 rebounds this season, but he has averaged 6.6 points and 8.4 rebounds over his last five games. The Bucks start him more for his defense than his offense, so you can't expect him to score in double figures every game. Still, he should get 10 points more often than not and remains a No. 4 Fantasy forward.
News: Bucks F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute shot just 2-for-10 from the field in Wednesday's game at Utah and is shooting 19-for-55 (34.5 percent) over his last five games.
Analysis: Despite the rough patch from the field, he continues to start and is averaging 12.6 points and 8.8 rebounds over those same five games. Wednesday's game was a bit of a hiccup, which is to be expected of a rookie. But his overall body of work so far has made him worthy of considering a No. 3 or 4 Fantasy forward, depending on the size of your league.
News: Milwaukee rookie SF Luc Richard Mbah a Moute scored seven points in 31 minutes off the bench on Tuesday in a loss to Cleveland. Mbah a Moute, the UCLA product, added nine rebounds and a block.
Analysis: Mbah a Moute has been a surprising breath of fresh air for Milwaukee on the young season. He's playing solid minutes and helping out with almost 10 points and six rebounds per game. He's worth adding to deeper Fantasy rosters at this time and might even be worth a start in weeks when the Bucks have a favorable schedule.
News: Bucks F Luc Richard Mbah a Moute scored 11 points and also added 10 rebounds in Sunday's win over the Knicks. He shot 4-for-6 from the field in 35 minutes on the floor.
Analysis: For Mbah a Moute, it was his most productive game in just his third career appearance. The rookie has played increasingly more in each game so far, but is still going to have to fight for minutes behind Richard Jefferson and Charlie Villanueva. He is worth an add, as the Bucks like his defense and plan on giving him minutes, but give him another week to see if he can prove consistent before activating him.
News: A night after rookie Luc Mbah a Moute played 10 minutes off the bench in Wednesday's game at Oklahoma City. He shot 0-for-2 and did not score, but did contribute five rebounds.
Analysis:The Sports Xchange notes that Luc Richard Mbah a Moute has already raised a lot of eyebrows with the Bucks' brass. Mbah a Moute, the team's second-round draft pick, has been the team's best defender, according to Bucks coach Scott Skiles and that should earn him some playing time, albeit limited. He played 26 minutes in the opener and 11 on Wednesday. View him as a player to monitor for now, but Charlie Villanueva's 20 points and 12 rebounds on Wednesday show who the more viable power forward option is in Milwaukee right now.
News: Despite some late rumors he might open the season in the starting lineup, Bucks rookie SF Luc Mbah a Moute came off the bench Tuesday at Chicago, but he played 26 minutes. He finished with six points, two rebounds, one assist, two steals and one block.
Analysis: Meanwhile, Charlie Villanueva, the guy the rumors said Mbah a Moute might replace, played only nine minutes even though he started. Coach Scott Skiles seems to appreciate Mbah a Moute's defensive presence, meaning he seems a safe bet for minutes right now. He likely won't do much scoring in those minutes, though, so think of him as just a low-end Fantasy option.
News: The Bucks will have four games in Fantasy Week 1 (Oct. 27-Nov. 2). They'll play at Chicago, at Oklahoma City, at home against Toronto and at New York. The Bulls allowed 100.4 ppg last season. The Thunder/SuperSonics allowed 106.3 ppg. The Raptors allowed 97.3 ppg. The Knicks allowed 96.9 ppg.
Analysis: Luke Ridnour will match up against rookie Derrick Rose in his first ever NBA game. He will then take on either Earl Watson or rookie Russell Westbrook in Oklahoma, Jose Calderon at home against Toronto and Chris Duhon in New York. Ridnour will be a decent No. 4 guard for larger leagues, but his upside is limited. Rookie Joe Alexander is a player that should be reserved until he can prove his worth. Ramon Sessions can be thought of as a No. 5 guard in deeper leagues only because of the extra game and Luc Mbah a Moute may actually get some decent playing time and may even start. He's a bit of a stretch, but should be monitored this first week. Charlie Bell is not a recommended option this week because of his limited role.
