News: Bulls F Brian Scalabrine had his best performance of the young season on Monday against the Nets. With both Luol Deng (wrist) and Taj Gibson (ankle) inactive, he scored five points while playing 23 minutes off the bench in the 110-95 win. He was an efficient 2 for 3 from the floor and although his missed his lone attempt from beyond the arc, he went 1 for 2 from the foul line. Scalabrine also chipped in with four assists and three rebounds in the victory.
Analysis: Scalabrine, AKA White Mamba, may be a fan favorite in Chicago but he is not much of a factor in Fantasy. He has totaled 15 points in 11 games this season and poses minimal upside at age 33. While he might be able to see a few more minutes while Deng and Gibson are out, continue to ignore Scalabrine in all Fantasy formats.
News: Chicago re-signed F Brian Scalabrine on Monday after he appeared in 18 games with the team last season.
Analysis: Scalabrine has been a career bench player since his days with New Jersey and posted a meager 1.1 points per game last season. He should not be owned in any Fantasy format.
News: Free agent F Brian Scalabrine accepted an invite to Chicago Bulls training camp, signing a non-guaranteed contract. Scalabrine averaged just 9.1 minutes per game in 52 appearances a year ago.
Analysis: Scalabrine has been a career bench player since his early days with the Nets and is kept around for what he can offer defensively in very limited playing time. He should not be owned in Fantasy.
News: Celtics C Brian Scalabrine played a season-high 30 minutes in Wednesday's season-finale against the Bucks. He finished with five points on 2 of 5 shooting, making 1 of 2 from three-point range. He added two rebounds in his first appearance after sitting out Boston's previous eight contests.
Analysis: Scalabrine finished the season with averages of 1.4 points and 0.9 rebounds, both career lows. He's a glorified cheerleader, and has little if any Fantasy value heading into the 2010/11 season.
News: Celtics PF Brian Scalabrine did not play in Tuesday's game against the Bulls due to a right shoulder injury. He did not travel with the team to Chicago, staying behind in Boston to be evaluated. He has not appeared in a game since March 28.
Analysis: Scalabrine played in only five games in March, averaging a mere 5.2 minutes a contest. He has little if any Fantasy value, and won't be missed by Fantasy owners.
News: Celtics PF Brian Scalabrine is did not travel with the team for Tuesday's game against the Bulls due to a right shoulder injury, according to Comcast SportsNet. Scalabrine is back in Boston being evaluated.
Analysis: Scalabrine has played in only five games in March and April, averaging a mere 5.2 minutes a contest. He has little if any Fantasy value, and won't be missed by Fantasy owners.
News: According to The Sports Xchange, Celtics F Brian Scalabrine continues to be the odd man out when the active roster is announced each game. Coach Doc Rivers has said he could dress Scalabrine for certain matchups, but thus far he's been keeping an extra guard, Tony Allen, in uniform.
Analysis: At this point, Scalabrine doesn't figure to be much of a factor in the Celtics rotation. He can continue to be left on waivers in all formats.
News: After missing the previous two games with a shoulder injury, Celtics F Brian Scalabrine returned to the Celtic lineup in a 96-94 loss to Orlando on Thursday. Scalabrine played four minutes going 1 of 2 from the field and scoring three points.
Analysis: Even when healthy, Scalabrine barely sees any minutes and scores minimal points. He has no Fantasy value.
News: Boston Celtics backup forward Brian Scalabrine has been cleared to play after missing two games with a separated right shoulder. Coach Doc Rivers said Scalabrine showed no sign of injury during practice Tuesday.
Analysis: The Celtics leave Wednesday for games in Orlando on Thursday and Atlanta on Friday. In 33 games, three as a starter, Scalabrine is averaging 1.8 points and 10.3 minutes. He has no Fantasy appeal.
News: Boston coach Doc Rivers said he'll know more Tuesday when F Brian Scalabrine will return from a sore right shoulder, which sidelined him for the second game in a row on Monday night against the Clippers.
Analysis: As long as most of the Celtics are healthy as they are right now, Scalabrine has barely any Fantasy value at all.
News: Boston PF Brian Scalabrine saw 21 minutes on the court on Monday against Atlanta due to the absence of Kevin Garnett and Rasheed Wallace for the Celtics. Scalabrine shot 3 for 4 from the field and scored nine points with five rebounds and an assist. He went 3 for 3 from long range as well.
Analysis: Scalabrine may continue to contribute for as long as both Garnett and Wallace are out but that shouldn't be much longer as Wallace should return shortly. He's not impressive enough to warrant going out and adding him in Fantasy leagues.
News: Celtics F Brian Scalabrine scored zero points on Wednesday against Miami. He has only made three of his last 26 shots, and has not scored a single point since a Christmas Day win over Orlando.
Analysis: Scalabrine is averaging just over 13 minutes per game and has scored a total of zero points in his last five games. He should remain on waivers in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Celtics PF Brian Scalabrine, sidelined by an ankle injury all season, finally got some time on the court Tuesday at Philadelphia. He scored five points in five minutes.
Analysis: Scalabrine can hit a three, but he rarely gets minutes for the Celtics. Leave him on waivers in Fantasy.
News: Celtics F Brian Scalabrine (ankle) was active for Sunday's game against New Orleans, but he did not play. He was listed as a DNP-Coach's Decision.
Analysis: Scalabrine might get a few more minutes with Glen Davis sidelined, but he won't contribute the kind of numbers to make him worthwhile in Fantasy. Leave him on waivers even when he returns.
News: Celtics F Brian Scalabrine missed his third straight game with a sprained ankle Friday against the Bulls. He injured the ankle in the team's preseason finale.
Analysis: Scalabrine might get a few more minutes with Glen Davis sidelined, but he won't contribute the kind of numbers to make him worthwhile in Fantasy. Leave him on waivers even when he returns.
News: Celtics F Brian Scalabrine missed his second straight game with a sprained ankle Wednesday against the Bobcats. He injured the ankle in the team's preseason finale.
Analysis: Scalabrine might get a few more minutes with Glen Davis sidelined, but he won't contribute the kind of numbers to make him worthwhile in Fantasy. Leave him on waivers.
News: Boston PF Brian Scalabrine (ankle) could not play in the season opener for the Celtics on Tuesday against the Cavs. Boston won the game in Cleveland. He is day to day. He sprained his ankle Tuesday in New York during the team's final preseason game.
Analysis: Scalabrine could be in line for more minutes now that Glen Davis will miss at least the first six games of the season, but we don't recommend starting him in Fantasy. He's a reserve player who does a lot of dirty work with little stats to show for it.
News: Celtics F Brian Scalabrine is questionable for the team's season-opening game at Cleveland due to an ankle injury, the Boston Herald reports. He sprained his ankle Tuesday in New York during the team's final preseason game.
Analysis: Scalabrine could be in line for more minutes now that Glen Davis will miss at least the first six games of the season, but we don't recommend starting him in Fantasy. He's a reserve player who does a lot of dirty work with little stats to show for it.
News: WHDH-TV out of Boston reports that Celtics F Glen Davis suffered an injury to his right thumb when he got into a fight with a former college teammate and was defending himself. Davis is expected to miss 6-8 weeks. With Davis out, Rasheed Wallace, Shelden Williams and Brian Scalabrine should see an increase in minutes.
Analysis: Williams had seven points and eight rebounds in his last preseason game, getting 33 minutes of playing time as the Celtics rested many of their regulars. Don't expect Williams to get that kind of playing time on a regular basis even with Davis gone, but consider taking a flier on him in extremely deep leagues if he gets off to a strong start as Davis won't be back until at least December. Scalabrine is not a recommended option in Fantasy.
News: Boston PF Brian Scalabrine played with the Celtics for the first time since Feb. 23 in Game 3 against the Bulls on Thursday. Scalabrine had been dealing with post-concussion syndrome stemming from two concussions he suffered in January. Scalabrine had three points in the game in six minutes of action.
Analysis: It's nice to see Scalabrine back in a Celtics uniform after missing most of the second half of the season with concussion-related issues. Scalabrine had little Fantasy value before missing all the time and won't have much value looking ahead to the 2009-2010 season.
News: The Boston Herald reports Celtics forward Brian Scalabrine practiced with the team Wednesday and pronounced himself ready to return to action Thursday night for Game 3 of the Celtics-Bulls playoff series. Scalabrine has been sidelined since Feb. 23, suffering from post-concussion syndrome stemming from a pair of concussions he incurred in late January. "I feel great, the head's not an issue," Scalabrine said. "As far as my body, I've been allowed to work out and our trainers did a great job with my conditioning, working with the bike and the treadmill. I didn't even breathe hard at all during practice."
Analysis: Given the fact the Celtics are down two forwards (Leon Powe and Kevin Garnett are out) due to injuries, the re-emergence of Scalabrine couldn't have come at a more opportune time. Still, he's not going to turn into a Fantasy star, and he should be ignored in all leagues heading into next season.
News: The Boston Herald reports with Leon Powe (torn ACL) out and Kevin Garnett (knee strain) doubtful to return for the first round of the playoff series against Chicago, injured forward Brian Scalabrine is trying to return for Game 3 on Thursday. Scalabrine has been out since Feb. 23 with concussion symptoms. "Obviously he takes on a bigger role if he can come back," coach Doc Rivers said. "Going into Game 3 with only three bigs will be very difficult, but I'm preparing for that. I know Scal has a chance to play, but I'm preparing for the game like he's not playing just in case. You almost have to do that. There's just no guarantee of how he's going to feel."
Analysis: Keep an eye on what role Scalabrine can play if he's ruled healthy enough to be in there. He will likely play behind Kendrick Perkins and Glen Davis and share minutes with Mikki Moore off the bench. Still, Scalabrine has minimal Fantasy value when healthy, so ignore him next year on Draft Day.
News: The Boston Herald reports Celtics forward Brian Scalabrine, who missed the first two games of the first-round playoff series against Chicago and has been out since Feb. 23 with concussion symptoms, will take part in his first full practice Tuesday after missing the past two months. The paper reports Scalabrine is ready to return for Game 3. "For me, movement is my biggest concern," Scalabrine said. "Mentally I'm pretty engaged in the game right now. What I have to get back is my lateral quickness."
Analysis: It appears like Scalabrine will be able to play against the Bulls. When healthy, he has minimal Fantasy value.
News: Celtics forward Brian Scalabrine (concussion) did not play in Monday night's Game 2 of the Eastern Conference quarterfinals against Chicago. The series is tied 1-1 after Boston won on Monday night. Scalabrine, who took part in one-on-one contact drills earlier this week and has begun other basketball activities, could return for Game 3.
Analysis: Scalabrine has minimal Fantasy value when healthy. Hopefully he can return shortly and get through the rest of the playoffs at 100 percent. Still, ignore him in all leagues next season.
News: The Boston Globe reports that Celtics forward Brian Scalabrine took part in one-on-one contact drills Tuesday and has begun other basketball activities. Coach Doc Rivers said Scalabrine, who has been out since Feb. 23 with concussion symptoms, could return for Game 3 of the first round Thursday in Chicago. He will not play in Game 1 or Game 2 in Boston.
Analysis: Scalabrine has minimal Fantasy value when healthy. Hopefully he can get through the playoffs at 100 percent, but ignore him in all leagues next season.
News: The Boston Globe reports that Celtics coach Doc Rivers said Thursday that there was a chance injured big men Kevin Garnett, Leon Powe, and Brian Scalabrine could take part in drills on Saturday, but could not take part in 5-on-5 drills.
Analysis: Scalabrine has not played since late February due to a neck injury and the games are starting to run out in the regular season for the Celtics. There is absolutely no reason to own or activate him in any Fantasy league right now.
News: Boston F Brian Scalabrine was activated for Wednesday's game against the Nets, but did not play. He has not played since Feb. 23 because of a neck injury.
Analysis: Scalabrine can provide some quality minutes off the bench and a decent presence in the starting lineup when Kevin Garnett is injured, but he is no KG. B-Scal is one of those players more important to his real team than Fantasy owners.
News: The Boston Globe reports that Brian Scalabrine returned to Celtics practice Tuesday for the first time since sustaining a concussion in a Feb. 24 game. Scalabrine has not been cleared for full participation, but was able to take part in non-contact drills.
Analysis: The report added that a doctor approved the return after Scalabrine experienced eight successive days of workouts without concussion symptoms. Scalabrine will likely miss the Celtics' games against New Jersey Wednesday and Miami Friday. He is expected to travel with the team to Cleveland (Sunday) but he has not been cleared to play in games.
News: The Boston Herald reports Celtics forward Brian Scalabrine has suffered a setback in his recovery from post-concussion syndrome. Scalabrine said he's had trouble sleeping and is regularly suffering headaches in the morning and night.
Analysis: It sounds like Scalabrine will remain out for a while. The safe bet is to keep him reserved in all leagues at this time. When healthy, he has minimal Fantasy value.
News: The Boston Globe reports that Brian Scalabrine is not close to returning from his neck injury. Coach Doc Rivers said Wednesday that Scalabrine would be out "for a while".
Analysis: Scalabrine has minimal Fantasy value when healthy. He is not a vital part of the team's rotation and has no appeal now that Kevin Garnett is back and healthy. Leave him on waivers.
News: The Boston Globe reports Tuesday that Celtics forward Brian Scalabrine is slated to be out the remainder of this month after being diagnosed with post concussion syndrome. Scalabrine suffered his third concussion this season against the Nuggets on Feb. 23 and has not played since. He is resting and won't begin monitored basketball workouts until he shows improvement. Celtics coach Doc Rivers is hopeful Scalabrine can return to action April 1 against Charlotte.
Analysis: Scalabrine has minimal Fantasy value when healthy. Hopefully he can return in April, but for now ignore him in all leagues.
News: Boston Celtics forward Brian Scalabrine is scheduled for more tests to determine the effects of concussions that have bothered him for the last month. "I've had some very challenging days," he said on Sunday before Boston's game against the Detroit Pistons, the 12th in the last 15 he has missed. "Am I concerned about it? Well, yeah. It's my career, my life."
Analysis: Scalabrine said he has had five concussions in his life - three of them this year. He had two in a week in January and sat out nine games; he returned and played three games before an injury against Denver on Monday that was first described as a strained neck but was likely another concussion. "We're just going to be very careful with him," Celtics coach Doc Rivers said. "I'm pretty scared. I don't know anything about it, but I know enough to be scared. We really don't know enough about it in any league." It doesn't sound like Scalabrine will be back on the floor any time soon.
News: As expected, Celtics F/C Brian Scalabrine did not play in Friday's game against Indiana. He injured his neck Tuesday in the victory at Denver and recently had two concussions that caused him to miss nine games and the team wanted him to have neurological tests as a precaution.
Analysis: Scalabrine is missing out on a chance for more minutes with Kevin Garnett sidelined for at least the next couple of weeks due to a knee injury. However, his upside is not great and Fantasy owners are probably being spared having to activate him and be stuck with minimal, low-end Fantasy production. He will likely be too risky to play in Week 19.
News:Brian Scalabrine will undergo more neurological testing Thursday and will sit out Friday against Indiana, according to the team. He injured his neck Tuesday in the victory at Denver. He recently had two concussions that caused him to miss nine games and the team wanted him to have the neurological tests as a precaution.
Analysis: Scalabrine is missing out on a chance for more minutes with Kevin Garnett sidelined for at least the next couple of weeks due to a knee injury. However, his upside is not great and Fantasy owners are probably being spared having to activate him and be stuck with minimal, low-end Fantasy production. He will likely be too risky to play in Week 19.
News: The Boston Herald reports that the Celtics are sending Brian Scalabrine back to Boston for tests after he strained his neck in the win over the Nuggets in Denver on Sunday night. He was unable to play on Wednesday against the Clippers.
Analysis: The report adds that GM Danny Ainge said the latest problem does not appear to be related to his two recent concussions and that Scalabrine felt fine last night and when the team arrived in Los Angeles. But the club is taking no chances. Scalabrine has some low-end Fantasy appeal with Kevin Garnett sidelined, but he is not a recommended option until he can prove healthy again.
News: The Boston Herald reports that Celtics forward Brian Scalabrine, who left Monday's game against Denver late in the first quarter with a neck strain and did not return, hopes to play Wednesday night against the Clippers. He suffered the injury when fouled on a fast break by Johan Petro with 3:35 left in the opening period. Considering he's suffered two recent concussions, it was decided he should remain out. "I think they held me out more for precautionary reasons," Scalabrine said. "As of right now, it looks like we'll just take it day by day. Based on my history it's probably why they held me out, but I don't feel the same way I felt (after the concussions). I don't have a headache. I'm not sensitive to light. I don't feel any of those things."
Analysis: It sounds like Scalabrine will be OK for Wednesday's game, and he's proven to be a good stopgap option with Kevin Garnett (knee) out. Scalabrine had five points and two rebounds in 11 minutes before getting hurt against the Nuggets.
News: Celtics C Brian Scalabrine strained his neck in the first quarter Monday against the Nuggets and didn't return. He finished with just five points and two rebounds in 11 minutes.
Analysis: This is an awful time for Scalabrine to get hurt since he just entered the starting lineup with Kevin Garnett out with injury. This neck injury doesn't sound serious, but Scalabrine was merely just a stopgap Fantasy option until KG returned.
News: Celtics F/C Brian Scalabrine started at power forward Sunday in Phoenix, filling in for injured Kevin Garnett who will miss the next 2-3 weeks. He had scored just five points off the bench in his previous game.
Analysis: Scalabrine will likely split Garnett's role with Leon Powe and Glen Davis. In this game, Davis played 25 minutes and Powe played 15 minutes. The brunt of Garnett's productivity will likely be spread out among Paul Pierce, Ray Allen and Rajon Rondo with Kendrick Perkins also seeing a boost. Stay clear of Scalabrine despite this seemingly productive game. It came against a Suns team that is not playing much defense of late (Boston scored 128 points and took off most of the fourth quarter in this one).
News: Boston PF Brian Scalabrine returned to action after sitting out since Jan. 25 when he suffered a concussion. He scored five points and played 12 minutes.
Analysis: Scalabrine likely saw action in large part because Kevin Garnett left the game with an injury in the first half. Scalabrine is not a relevant Fantasy player and should be left on waivers.
News:The Sports Xchange notes that Boston's Brian Scalabrine remains out after suffering two concussions in three days. He hopes to be able to play again in the Celtics' first game after All-Star break. The first concussion came when he took an elbow to the chin from Dirk Nowitzki. He was then hit in the head by Patrick O'Bryant while going for a rebound during a practice.
Analysis: Scalabrine has minimal Fantasy value when healthy, so ignore him in all leagues once he returns. He should only be owned in the deepest of leagues at this time.
News: Celtics coach Doc Rivers said center Brian Scalabrine (concussions) is out until at least the All-Star break. If Scalabrine has a recurrence of his symptoms, he could be out much longer.
Analysis: Scalabrine has minimal Fantasy value when healthy, so ignore him in all leagues once he returns. He should only be owned in the deepest of leagues at this time.
News:The Sports Xchange notes that Boston PF Brian Scalabrine could be out two weeks after suffering two concussions in three days. The first was last Sunday when he took an elbow to the chin from Dirk Nowitzki. He sat out practice Monday, but was hit in the head by Patrick O'Bryant while going for a rebound in Tuesday's workout.
Analysis: Scalabrine has minimal Fantasy value when healthy, so ignore him in all leagues once he returns. He should only be owned in the deepest of leagues at this time.
News: Celtics forward Brian Scalabrine missed his third straight game Sunday after suffering two concussions in three days early last week. The date for Scalabrine's return is still undetermined, reports the Boston Herald. "If you're still having symptoms four or five days out, then you're probably not going to be ready by the end of the week," said coach Doc Rivers.
Analysis: Scalabrine has minimal Fantasy value when healthy, so ignore him in all leagues once he returns. He should only be owned in the deepest of leagues at this time.
News: Boston PF Brian Scalabrine could not return from a concussion on Sunday against the T-Wolves and has now missed three straight games. He is "still having the symptoms" from last week's concussions, coach Doc Rivers said. Scalabrine could have seen some added minutes as Kevin Garnett was a scratch with the flu but could not return to action.
Analysis: Scalabrine has minimal Fantasy value when healthy, so ignore him in all leagues once he returns. He should only be owned in the deepest of leagues at this time.
News: Boston Celtics forward Brian Scalabrine will miss a week to 10 days after sustaining his second concussion in three days. Scalabrine (scal-uh-BREE'-nee) was injured while going up for a rebound against teammate Patrick O'Bryant in practice on Tuesday, two days after he was hit in the head in the second half of a blowout win over the Dallas Mavericks. Celtics coach Doc Rivers said Scalabrine didn't seem to be hit that hard in practice. But after trying to get to his feet, Scalabrine fell down and looked disoriented. The coach said he thought the problem was the hits coming so close together. Rivers said Scalabrine won't return to practice until he's cleared by the trainers.
Analysis: Scalabrine has minimal Fantasy value when healthy, so ignore him in all leagues once he returns. He should only be owned in the deepest of leagues at this time.
News: The Boston Celtics will be without forward Brian Scalabrine indefinitely after he sustained his second concussion in three days. Scalabrine, who has been an integral part of the Celtics this season, was hit during Tuesday's practice by Patrick O'Bryant while going up for a rebound. "He got hit in the head and he just had a mild concussion," coach Doc Rivers said. "I don't know if he was out but he was close. He'll be out probably for quite some time because of that, would be my guess, for quite some time." Rivers said Scalabrine is expected to be out for at least a week. "I don't know that but two concussions in (three) days can't be good for you," he said.
Analysis: Scalabrine has minimal Fantasy value when healthy, so ignore him in all leagues once he returns. He should only be owned in the deepest of leagues at this time.
News: The Boston Globe reports Celtics forward Brian Scalabrine was taken to the hospital Tuesday after suffering a concussion at practice, and coach Doc Rivers said he expects Scalabrine to be out for an extended period of time. Scalabrine originally suffered a concussion against Dallas last Sunday and received another when he bumped into teammate Patrick O'Bryant while trying to get a rebound at practice. Scalabrine is averaging 3.1 points and 1.3 rebounds this season. "He got hit in the head and just had a mild concussion," Rivers said. "I don't know if he is out, but it's close. He'll be out probably for quite some time."
Analysis: Scalabrine has minimal Fantasy value when healthy, so ignore him in all leagues once he returns. He should only be owned in the deepest of leagues at this time.
News: Boston PF Brian Scalabrine played exactly seven minutes on Thursday night against the Orlando Magic with Kendrick Perkins back in action. Scalabrine managed three points on 0-for-2 shooting with two rebounds.
Analysis: Scalabrine had seen an increase in playing time with Perkins out but is now back to being a very low-end backup on the Celtics. That makes him someone to avoid altogether in Fantasy.
News: Starting for the injured Kendrick Perkins (shoulder) on Saturday afternoon in New Jersey, Brian Scalabrine scored 11 points with four rebounds and a block in 29 minutes. Scalabrine is averaging 10.3 points and 3.3 rebounds in three starts since Perkins was injured.
Analysis: Scalabrine is getting around 25-30 minutes per game and is even getting more than a handful of shots in the offense. However, Perkins could return at any point in the upcoming scoring period and his Fantasy value would then return to nil. Leave him on waivers.
News: The Boston Globe reports that Kendrick Perkins has been advised by the team doctor not to rush his return from the left shoulder injury that kept him out of Monday's game against Toronto and will keep him out of games against New Jersey Wednesday and Saturday. "It's getting better by the day and it feels a lot better now. He would rather me sit out a week and not rush it. That's not bad - it used to be by the month. We know we're going to make the playoffs, so there's no rush. I'm sure they would rather have me for the playoffs." Leon Powe had 10 points and seven rebounds in 26 minutes off the bench Monday in Perkins' absence. Brian Scalabrine started at center and had 11 points with two rebounds and two assists.
Analysis: This sounds more and more like Perkins could be out for the remainder of the week and possibly into the upcoming scoring period. Brian Scalabrine has been starting in his place, but he is usually no help in Fantasy. Leon Powe should see the biggest boost. Glen Davis could also see a boost, but it will be minimal. Perkins has the upside of a No. 2 center when healthy and producing.
News: Celtics C Kendrick Perkins missed Sunday's game in Toronto due to an injured right shoulder. The Boston Herald reports that he aggravated the injury on Friday. Brian Scalabrine started in his place and had seven points with two rebounds in 25 minutes before fouling out.
Analysis: Perkins reportedly suffered the injury in the preseason and got hit there again on Christmas Day against the Lakers. The team lists him as day-to-day, but he is a real injury risk for Fantasy owners with a three-game scoring period in Week 12. If at all possible, leave him reserved for the time being. Scalabrine should not be activated in any league as his upside is very limited even as a starter.
News: With Celtics PF Kevin Garnett serving a suspension Tuesday against the Knicks, Brian Scalabrine got a rare start. He finished with eight points, three rebounds and an assist in 21 minutes, hitting two threes.
Analysis: Scalabrine usually plays minimal minutes off the bench, and Garnett figures to miss only the one game. Leave Scalabrine on waivers in Fantasy.
News: Guard Tony Allen was inactive Wednesday night for the Celtics' playoff game against the Pistons after hurting his Achilles' tendon during practice. Forward Brian Scalabrine, who did not play in any of Boston's previous 18 playoff games, was activated in his place for Game 5 of the Eastern Conference finals.
Analysis: Scalabrine averaged just 10.7 minutes in 48 appearances for the Celtics during the 2007-08 regular season. He's a towel-waving bench warmer most of the time and merits no consideration in any Fantasy format.
News: Celtics F Brian Scalabrine (groin) will miss the team's five-game road trip, according to the Boston Globe.
Analysis: Scalabrine is not in a position to contribute statistically even when healthy. Fantasy owners should leave him on the waiver wire until further notice.
News: Already without Kevin Garnett, who missed his ninth consecutive game with an abdominal strain, the Celtics lost forwards Brian Scalabrine to a groin pull and Glen "Big Baby" Davis to a quadriceps injury in the first half Wednesday against the Knicks. Scalabrine left in the first three minutes, and Davis followed after landing hard on his left leg and grasping his knee in pain.
Analysis: Scalabrine, who had zero points and one rebound, started for the ninth straight game Wednesday as Garnett was sidelined. Scalabrine has posted some pretty poor numbers as a starter, so can you imagine his stat lines when KG is healthy? Yeah, he can be ignored in Fantasy leagues even when healthy.
News: Celtics F Brian Scalabrine had just 2 points and 4 rebounds Sunday against San Antonio despite starting. He played just 16 minutes and was 1-for-5 from the field.
Analysis: Scalabrine has been starting at power forward in place of Kevin Garnet. How's that for a drop off? We don't recommend activating him in Fantasy leagues despite his starting role.
News: Celtics PF Brian Scalabrine made his first start of the season Sunday afternoon at Orlando, playing in place of Kevin Garnett (abdominal strain).
Analysis: Scalabrine had just one point and one rebound in 22 minutes on the floor and we wouldn't worry about him much in Fantasy play.
News: Celtics PF Brian Scalabrine had three points with three rebounds in 22 minutes of action Thursday vs. New York.
Analysis: Scalabrine is averaging 2.7 ppg, 1.9 rpg and 1.1 apg in 13 appearances this season. Leave him on the waiver wire unless you are in leagues that require starting red-headed players.
News: Celtics F Brian Scalabrine returned to the floor Tuesday at Indiana after suffering a concussion Friday against the Hawks and sitting out a game Saturday. He scored nine points in 13 minutes.
Analysis: Scalabrine is beyond an afterthought on a team that features Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce and Ray Allen, but he could pick up a lot of garbage points and rebounds this season with little to no attention paid to him. For now, though, leave him on the waiver wire.
News: Boston F Brian Scalabrine was released from a Massachusetts hospital after being held overnight because of a concussion suffered late in Friday night's game. He obviously didn't play Saturday at New Jersey.
Analysis: Scalabrine is beyond an afterthought on a team that features Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce and Ray Allen, but he could pick up a lot of garbage points and rebounds this season with little to no attention paid to him. Leave him on the waiver wire while he's out.
News: Boston F Brian Scalabrine suffered a concussion in the fourth quarter Friday night vs. Atlanta and is expected to miss Saturday night's game at New Jersey.
Analysis: Scalabrine is beyond an afterthought on a team that features Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce and Ray Allen, but he could pick up a lot of garbage points and rebounds this season with very little to no attention paid to him. Leave him on the waiver wire while he's out.
News: Celtics PF Brian Scalabrine scored nine points with three assists and three rebounds in Friday's season opener vs. Washington. He was 4-for-9 from the field.
Analysis: Scalabrine is beyond an afterthought on a team that features Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce and Ray Allen, but he could pick up a lot of garbage points and rebounds this season with very little to no attention paid to him. Consider taking a flier on him in deeper formats.
News: Celtics F Brian Scalabrine averaged just 4.0 ppg and 1.9 rpg in 54 appearances during the 2006-07 regular season. He missed the final month and a half of the season with a hamstring injury.
Analysis: Scalabrine was not a useful Fantasy option in 2006-07 and that won't change in 2007-08. Don't even think about drafting him in any league.
News: Brian Scalabrine (strained hamstring) is working out with the strength coaches, but he's even less likely to come back this season.
Analysis: When healthy, he is only worth a look as a reserve in the deepest of Fantasy leagues. Keep him on the waiver wire in all formats.
News: Boston F Brian Scalabrine missed his third game with a strained left hamstring Wednesday vs. Orlando. Before the game, Rivers said he expected Scalabrine to miss the rest of the season.
Analysis: Scalabrine is once again considered day to day. When healthy, he is only worth a look as a reserve in the deepest of Fantasy leagues. Keep him on the waiver wire in all formats.
News: Brian Scalabrine (hamstring) was out of the lineup again on Monday against the Raptors.
Analysis: Scalabrine is once again considered day to day. When healthy, he is only worth a look as a reserve in the deepest of Fantasy leagues.
News: Forward Brian Scalabrine is out with a strained left hamstring. He was complaining of soreness even before returning Wednesday from a three-game paternity leave.
Analysis: Scalabrine isn't a desireable Fantasy option even when active. Keep him reserved until further notice.
News: Forward Brian Scalabrine came back Wednesday vs. Charlotte from three games out due to the birth of his first child and went scoreless in 20 minutes. He took only one shot despite being in the starting lineup.
Analysis: Scalabrine isn't a desireable Fantasy option even when active. Keep him reserved until further notice.
News: Brian Scalabrine (personal) was away from the team for Monday's game at NO/Oklahoma City.
Analysis: Scalabrine is considered day to day. Keep him reserved in all larger Fantasy leagues.
News: Brian Scalabrine and his wife Kristen welcomed their first child, Ellianna Rose, on Saturday. It is not known when he will rejoin the club.
Analysis: Scalabrine isn't a desireable Fantasy option even when active. Keep him reserved until further notice.
News: Celtics F Brian Scalabrine (personal) did not play Saturday against the Spurs.
Analysis: Scalabrine isn't a desireable Fantasy option even when active. Keep him reserved until further notice.
News: The Celts were without Brian Scalabrine Friday in Dallas. He arrived with the team on Thursday, but returned to Boston when he learned his wife had gone into labor. Head coach Doc Rivers is not expecting him to be in San Antonio.
Analysis: Scalabrine isn't a desireable Fantasy option even when healthy. Keep him reserved until further notice.
News: The Celts changed their starting lineup Friday, moving Rajon Rondo into the backcourt in place of Gerald Green and Brian Scalabrine into the frontcourt in place of Kendrick Perkins.
Analysis: The only thing that will be constant in Boston the rest of the way will be change. This lineup will likely change and the inevitable return of Paul Pierce within the next week or so will certainly have Scalabrine back on the bench. Green went from scoring 22 points one night to two points on Friday, making him a risky start for the upcoming week. Rondo scored 23 points, but should only be used as a stopgap for now. Perkins, however, has lost much of his Fantasy appeal after showing some brief moments of brilliance earlier in the season.
News: Celtics reserve F Brian Scalabrine had a season-high 17 points in a loss to the Lakers Wednesday.
Analysis: Scalabrine had more points Wednesday than he did combined in his previous five games. Scalabrine is not a recommended Fantasy option in most formats.
News: Celtics F Brian Scalabrine (knee) returned to the team's lineup on Friday against the Raptors.
Analysis: When healthy, Scalabrine is not a recommended Fantasy option in most formats.
News: Celtics F Brian Scalabrine (knee) dressed but did not play on Wednesday against the Hawks.
Analysis: When healthy, Scalabrine is not a recommended Fantasy option in most formats.
News: Celtics coach Doc Rivers said before Monday's game against the Spurs that both Wally Szczerbiak and Brian Scalabrine might return for Wednesday's game against Atlanta.
Analysis: Szczerbiak has missed six games with a right ankle sprain, while Scalabrine has missed five with a bruised right knee. When healthy, Scalabrine is not a recommended Fantasy option in most formats.
News: The Celtics actually got a bit lucky on the injury front with Brian Scalabrine, who was also taken from Wednesday's loss to Indiana for an MRI on his knee. Scalabrine banged into Gerald Green, and it was feared he had torn his right MCL. But further examination showed just a bruise, and there is a chance he could be back in a week.
Analysis: He will be re-evaluated on Wednesday, at which point team officials will be better able to determine when he can return. Scalabrine should not be on Fantasy rosters at this time.
News: According to the Boston Globe, Brian Scalabrine underwent an MRI Wednesday night for a knee injury. He sprained his right knee hand has a bruised right meniscus.
Analysis: He will be re-evaluated in a week at which point team officials will be better able to determine when he can return. Scalabrine should not be on Fantasy rosters at this time.
News: Celtics F Brian Scalabrine made all four of his treys Friday on the way to a season-high 16 points.
Analysis: Despite the strong outing, Scalabrine should not be on Fantasy rosters at this time.
News: Celtics F Brian Scalabrine made his second consecutive start Saturday. It was his third as a Celtic.
Analysis: He started in place of Wally Szczerbiak, who is expected to miss the next few games. Even if he does start in his place, though, we don't recommend him outside of the deepest leagues because he still isn't seeing heavy minutes. He's merely starting so the Celtics can keep their regular rotation going off the bench.
News: Forward Brian Scalabrine played 18 minutes against the Raptors on Friday. He hit both his shots and played some of the only real defense on Chris Bosh. He is still only averaging 1.9 ppg and 1.5 rpg this season.
Analysis: Scalabrine doesn't play enough to warrant use in any leagues at this time.
News: Celtics head coach Doc Rivers says he has a rotation in mind, starting the season with Sebastian Telfair (PG), Paul Pierce (SG), Wally Szczerbiak (SF), Ryan Gomes (PF) and Kendrick Perkins (C). That leaves G Delonte West, G Rajon Rondo, G Tony Allen, swingman Gerald Green, F Al Jefferson, F Brian Scalabrine and C Theo Ratliff to come off the bench.
Analysis: Based on his history, it's likely Rivers will change his mind a few times along the way -- particularly with such a young team. The Celts would like Jefferson to step up and command more playing time. Rondo and West will be important to the running game, while Allen played well at the end of last season and is one of the club's better defenders. Ratliff's health has the Celts thinking about keeping Michael Olowokandi. Green is a potential sleeper, but he'll have to earn his minutes off the pine. Aside from lightly-used Brian Scalabrine, we expect each of these players to have some measure of Fantasy value during the course of the year. Make sure to monitor the Celts for waiver-wire acquisitions all season.
News: Wally Szczerbiak led the Celtics in Friday's preseason game vs. Cleveland with 21 points, 13 in the first quarter. He finished 7-of-8 from the field with two 3-pointers and was 5-for-5 from the free throw line. Sebastian Telfair added 16 points for Boston, including a perfect 10-of-10 at the free throw line. Ryan Gomes had 12 points and three steals.
Analysis: Celtics star Paul Pierce finished with two points, leaving the game with 7 minutes to play in the third quarter with a bruised left hip. The crown jewel, in Fantasy terms, is expected to be just fine to start the season. Szczerbiak should average around 20 ppg this season and should be considered a must-start in any format entering the season. Ryan Gomes is one of our favorite sleeper picks of the season and Celtics have several young players worth taking fliers on in the late rounds. Continue to monitor them during the preseason.
News: Forward Brian Scalabrine took just two shots against the Blazers on Friday, but they were both treys, and they were both on the mark.
Analysis: Don't worry. Scalabrine is far from being a Fantasy option.
News: Brian Scalabrine laughed when he heard that former Net teammate Jason Collins suggested the red-headed Celtic might want to put on the team's leprechaun mascot outfit to elicit some cheers from the Boston fans. "No," said Scalabrine, "I don't think that would work. I don't think I can dunk like 'Lucky'. He gets up."
Analysis: Scalabrine doesn't play enough to have any Fantasy value.
News: Brian Scalabrine has done nothing since his seven-point "outburst" on Jan. 2 at Denver. He only has nine points total since that game.
Analysis: He doesn't play enough to have any Fantasy value.
News: Brian Scalabrine did not play in Wednesday night's game at Golden State. That is his fifth DNP in the month of December.
Analysis: He's not a viable Fantasy option at this point.
News: Brian Scalabrine has been a non-factor for the Celtics through the team's first 20 games, averaging less than 2.0 ppg.
Analysis: The Celtics used their midlevel exception money on the former Nets power forward and it seems like the money could have been better used elsewhere. Scalabrine does not play much and he should not be owned in any Fantasy league.
News: Brian Scalabrine is averaging only 1.9 ppg this season while playing only 9.3 mpg on average.
Analysis: The Boston Celtics used their midlevel exception money on the former Nets power forward and it seems like the money could have been better used elsewhere. Scalabrine does not play much and he should not be owned in any Fantasy league.
News: The Boston Globe reports Brian Scalabrine and the Celtics have agreed to terms on a five-year deal on Thursday.
Analysis: Scalabrine should not have much more Fantasy appeal with Boston than New Jersey. He is only worth picking up if injuries decimate the Celtics frontcourt at some point during the season.
News: Brian Scalabrine shot 5-for-9 from the floor and nailed both his 3-pointers against the Cavs on Tuesday. He finished with 12 points and nine boards.
Analysis: Scalabrine is averaging a career-high 5.6 PPG and 4.1 RPG this season. He's worth consideration in deeper leagues.
News: Brian Scalabrine went 5-for-5 from the floor and 2-for-2 from the line in Friday's game against the Jazz. He finished with 12 points in 17 minutes.
Analysis: Scalabrine is averaging just 5.4 PPG this season -- he's not worth a roster spot anymore.
News: Brian Scalabrine (knee surgery) scored two points in six minutes off of the bench against Miami on Thursday. He was activated from the injured list earlier in the day.
Analysis: Scalabrine had been sidelined since Jan. 26. He has only minimal Fantasy appeal in most leagues.
News: Coach Lawrence Frank told the New York Post that Brian Scalabrine (knee) will not play on Wednesday or Thursday, but might be activated from the injured list for Saturday's game against Orlando.
Analysis: The reserve forward has only minimal Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: The New York Post reports Brian Scalabrine plans to visit a knee specialist Monday, hoping for approval to begin contact practice. Scalabrine, who feels once he gets the go-ahead for contact, "I don't think it will be longer than a week."
Analysis: Scalabrine is expected to return sometime in March, but no definite timetable has been announced.
News: The New York Post reports Brian Scalabrine is hopeful of returning by March 1.
Analysis: With Scalabrine out, Nenad Krstic, Jason Collins, Elden Campbell and Jabari Smith will get the Nets minutes at power forward and center.
News: The New York Post reports Brian Scalabrine (knee) will undergo surgery on Thursday. If the doctors go in and only remove loose cartilage on the side of Scalabrine's left knee, he'll be out three weeks and would be available if the Nets make the playoffs. But if the doctors also determine the meniscus needs repair, then Scalabrine will be gone for two months and likely the postseason.
Analysis: Nenad Krstic, Jason Collins, Jabari Smith and Elden Campbell will need to be productive with Scalabrine and Richard Jefferson out of action. Scalabrine is in the final year of his contract, so he might have played his final game with the Nets.
News: The New York Post reports that Brian Scalabrine (knee) is seeking a second opinion on what course of action to take, but the likely determination will be that he'll requir surgery to repair a slightly torn meniscus. The procedure could put Scalabrine out for most of the remainder of the season.
Analysis: Tough break for the short-handed Nets. With Nenad Krstic suffering from a respiratory infection, Jabari Smith, Jason Collins and recently signed Elden Campbell appear headed for significant minutes.
News: The New York Post reports Brian Scalabrine was originally thought to have suffered a left knee bruise, but an MRI Monday revealed a slight tear in the meniscus. "On the MRI there seemed to be some kind of tear. Whether it's on the inside or the outside, we don't know," Scalabrine said.
Analysis: Scalabrine has admitted that surgery might be neccesary. He is out indefinitely at this time.
News: Brian Scalabrine was placed on the injured list on Tuesday due to a bruised right knee.
Analysis: Scalabrine missed a pair of games due to the injury. When healthy, he has no Fantasy appeal.
News: Brian Scalabrine missed Friday's game against the Hornets with a bruised knee. The Nets were forced to start Vince Carter at power forward because they were so short-handed in their frontcourt.
Analysis: Scalabrine in questionable for Tuesday's game against the Bulls. He'll be re-evaluated over the weekend.
News: Brian Scalabrine scored 29 points and grabbed 10 rebounds in Wednesday's game against the Warriors. He shot 12-for-17 from the floor and 5-for-5 from the line.
Analysis: Scalabrine played 40 minutes in the contest because Jason Collins was unable to play. Scalabrine should provide Fantasy value in larger leagues now that he is fully healed from his hamstring injury.
News: Brian Scalabrine (hamstring) returned from a 12-game absence on Wednesday against the Bucks. He scored just one point in 12 minutes as a reserve.
Analysis: Scalabrine will need a few games to get back into game shape. Nenad Krstic will continue to start at power forward in his stead.
News: The Newark Star-Ledger reports Brian Scalabrine practiced on Friday and played one-on-one with Ron Mercer during Sunday's shoot-around. He said his hamstring is improving and is targeting Wednesday at home against Milwaukee as his return date.
Analysis: Nenad Krstic has done a solid job as the starting power forward in Scalabrine's absence. Scalabrine is worth using in deep leagues when healthy.
News: Brian Scalabrine (hamstring) missed his 11th consecutive game on Saturday against the Mavericks. He remains day to day.
Analysis: Scalabrine should be avoided in Week 12. He'll need time get back into form if he is able to return.
News: Brian Scalabrine (hamstring) missed another game on Thursday at Houston.
Analysis: Scalabrine reported earlier in the week he was getting closer to a return. He remains day to day.
News: Brian Scalabrine (hamstring) remained sidelined for Tuesday's game against Detroit.
Analysis: Scalabrine told the New York Post earlier in the day that his recovery is coming along "nicely, very nicely." He might be back in the lineup within the next week, but has minimal Fantasy appeal.
News: Brian Scalabrine (hamstring) missed his eighth consecutive game on Saturday against the Magic.
Analysis: Scalabrine is currently listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Pistons.
News: Brian Scalabrine (hamstring) missed his seventh straigh game on Friday against the Warriors. He might return Sunday.
Analysis: Scalabrine is considered day to day at this point. Nenad Krstic and Jabari Smith will see more minutes in Scalabrine's stead if he's unable to go.
News: The New York Post reports the Nets remain hopeful that Brian Scalabrine (strained left hamstring) will be back Friday against Golden State.
Analysis: Scalabrine missed his sixth game last night because of the injury. Nenad Krstic will continue seeing 35-40 minutes if Scalabrine is unable to go.
News: Brian Scalabrine (hamstring) missed another game on Wednesday at Milwaukee.
Analysis: Scalabrine remains day to day. When healthy, he does not warrant any Fantasy consideration.
News: Brian Scalabrine (hamstring) missed another game on Tuesday in Washington.
Analysis: Scalabrine remains day to day. When healthy, he is not a useful Fantasy player.
News: Brian Scalabrine (strained left hamstring) did not play in Saturday's contest with the Knicks.
Analysis: Nened Krstic started at power forward and went for 12 points and seven boards. Scalabrine is day-to-day.
News: Brian Scalabrine (hamstring) was unable to go in Wednesday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Scalabrine remains day to day. He has no Fantasy appeal.
News: Brian Scalabrine (hamstring) missed his second consecutive game on Tuesday night.
Analysis: Scalabrine remains day to day. When healthy, he has no Fantasy appeal.
News: Brian Scalabrine (hamstring) missed Monday's game at Detroit.
Analysis: Scalabrine is considered day to day. When healthy, he has no Fantasy appeal.
News: Brian Scalabrine left Tuesday's game against Cleveland in the second quarter due to a strained left hamstring.
Analysis: Scalabrine is back on the bench and no longer useful from a Fantasy perspective when healthy.
News: Brian Scalabrine, just inserted into the starting lineup, scored 21 points with nine rebounds in Friday's game with Memphis. He shot 9-for-15 from the floor.
Analysis: Scalabrine should see at least a temporary boost in Fantasy value now that he is the starting power forward. Once Jason Kidd and Vince Carter regain their endurance and heal their wounds, they'll take away from his numbers.
News: Brian Scalabrine missed Wednesday's game due to a strained left hamstring.
Analysis: Scalabrine will have an MRI on Thursday. He has no Fantasy appeal in postseason leagues.
News: Brian Scalabrine (hip) played in Saturday's game against Atlanta. He scored three points with five rebounds in 22 minutes.
Analysis: Scalabrine has no Fantasy value.
News: According to the San Antonio News-Express, Brian Scalabrine (hip) is questionable for Wednesday's game against San Antonio.
Analysis: He has minimal Fantasy value.
News: Scalabrine is now the first forward off the bench. He has moved past Rodney Rogers in the New Jersey rotation. Despite his increased role, Scalabrine has minimal Fantasy appeal.
Analysis:
News: Scalabrine started in place of Kenyon Martin (personal) on Tuesday. Martin is expected back Wednesday against N.Y. Knicks. Scalabrine has no Fantasy value.
Analysis:
News: Scalabrine started Friday's game. He replaced Kenyon Martin (knee) in the lineup. Scalabrine will continue to start if Martin is unable to play. Scalabrine is not a recommended Fantasy player.
Analysis:
News: Scalabrine started on Friday in place of Richard Jefferson (stomach virus). Scalabrine will continue to play while Jefferson is out of action. Scalabrine had five points and seven rebounds in the game on Friday, but has no Fantasy value.
Analysis:
News: Scalabrine played in Tuesday's preseason game. He scored five points in 19 minutes. Scalabrine missed the previous game because of an ankle injury. He has no Fantasy value.
Analysis:
News: The Star-Ledger reports that Scalabrine won't play in Friday's preseason game. He is expected to practice Saturday. Scalabrine has no Fantasy value.
Analysis:
News: The New Jersey Nets activated Scalabrine from the injured list Thursday. Scalabrine spent the first 43 games of the season on the injured list after having surgery on his broken right foot.
Analysis:
News: Scalabrine, who has been out all season with a broken bone in his foot, may be activated on Thursday. However, the rookie won't make much of an impact from a Fantasy perspective.
Analysis:
News: Scalabrine participated in his first full practice on Thursday. Scalabrine, who had surgery to repair a broken bone in his foot late in October, is still at least a week away from being in game shape.
Analysis:
News: Scalabrine will miss up to the first three months of the NBA season after breaking his right foot in the Nets' preseason finale against Detroit on Friday night. "He was running upcourt and he heard a pop," Nets president Rod Thorn said after the game. X-rays disclosed a break of the fifth metatarsal, the smallest of the five long bones in the foot that run from the ankle to the toes.
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