News: Suns forward Luis Scola turned in his second straight quality performance during Tuesday's contest against the Rockets. Scola finished with 28 points in the 101-98 defeat -- his second highest scoring output of the year -- on 12 of 20 shooting from the field. He went 4 of 5 from the charity stripe and also added eight rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal to his stat line, while logging 38 minutes of game action.
Analysis: While Scola has been a major disappointment for most of the year, he seems determined to end the year on a high note. He has only scored more than 20 points 11 times this season and three of those have come over his last seven games. He is averaging 16.3 points and 6.6 rebounds over his last seven contests and is shooting 60 percent from the field over that stretch. While it may be a tad too late, owners in daily formats should get Scola active while he is sizzling.
News: The Suns' experiment with Luis Scola coming off the bench came to an end Friday, as he was back in the starting lineup against the Timberwolves. Scola played 27 minutes in his first start after four games off the bench, and he scored 17 points on 7 of 13 shooting. Scola added 12 rebounds and two assists, in a 117-86 loss.
Analysis: It looked like Scola just need a move to the bench to get him going, as he is averaging 14.0 points and 8.7 rebounds per game over the last three. The Suns' rotations are totally inconsistent, so Scola could be back to a small role without much notice. For now, however, he looks worth using as a low-end Fantasy option again.
News: Suns forward Louis Scola came off the bench for the second straight game Saturday night against the Wizards. Scola, who was replaced in the starting lineup by Jermaine O'Neal, finished with seven points and four rebounds in the 127-105 defeat. He went 3 of 5 from the field, while logging just 13 minutes off the bench.
Analysis: Scola was inserted back into the starting lineup once Marcin Gortat was ruled out for the remainder of the year, but he failed to make much of an impact. In fact, the 32-year-old averaged just 6.3 points and 5.8 rebounds over his last four games and now will be used in a reserve role. The Suns are a complete mess right now, so owners should try to avoid using Scola right now if possible.
News: Suns power forward Luis Scola had another lackluster performance on Wednesday night against the Rockets. He scored just four points on 2-of-5 shooting in the 111-81 loss. Scola also hauled in four rebounds and posted an assist while playing 14 minutes.
Analysis: Scola entered Wednesday averaging 8.2 points with 8.4 rebounds and 3.4 assists in the previous five contests on 32 percent shooting. His scoring and rebounding have been on the decline over the last three seasons and it looks as though his days of being a top option in Fantasy are over. Leave the 32-year-old for deeper formats down the stretch.
News: With Marcin Gortat maybe out for the rest of the year, Suns forward Luis Scola is expected to see a boost in minutes. Scola, who was averaging just 20 minutes per game over his last seven tilts, logged 36 minutes in Phoenix's loss to the Kings on Friday night. He finished with 14 points and nine rebounds in the 121-112 defeat on 4 of 8 shooting from the field.
Analysis: Scola had seen his role shrink in recent weeks, but Gortat's injury will now give the veteran another chance to see some extended minutes. The 32-year-old has played well when he sees extended playing time as he is averaging 15.6 points and 7.5 boards when he logs 30-plus minutes compared to 9.7 points and 5.2 rebounds when he logs 20-29. With the Suns slated to play four times in the upcoming scoring period, owners may want to think about getting Scola active heading into Week 20 (Week 11-17).
News: Suns forward Luis Scola played just 19 minutes Friday against the Hawks, as he continues to see his minutes slipping away. Scola’s play did not help justify keeping him on the floor, as he shot just 3 of 9 from the field. He did snag eight rebounds with three assists in the game, however bench players proved to be more effective, in a 92-87 win.
Analysis: Scola is now averaging just 19.6 minutes per game over the last five games, while averaging 10.4 points and 4.6 rebounds. With their season clearly over, the Suns are starting to lean on some younger players more often, leaving the 32-year-old Scola as the odd man out at times. Given his current role, Fantasy owners should consider Scola more of a low-end starting option at this point.
News: After a run of disappointing performances, Suns forward Luis Scola finally had a strong offensive performance Tuesday against the Trail Blazers. Scola scored 18 points on 8 of 11 shooting over 30 minutes, his highest scoring game since Feb. 1. Scola failed to make an impact on the glass, however, finishing with just three total rebounds. He also added three assists, while turning the ball over twice before fouling out, in a 102-98 loss.
Analysis: Scola was great in the month of January, averaging 14.0 points and 6.4 rebounds per game, but he has fallen off a bit since. He has scored in double figures in five of eight games in the month of February, while averaging 11.6 points per game. His role has been inconsistent recently, with four games of fewer than 23 minutes played. Hopefully Scola can get his production back on line soon, as he remains too valuable a commodity for Fantasy owners to cut loose. Continue to consider him a solid starting option moving forward.
News: Phoenix power forward Luis Scola is a player to be emulated, according to his coach Lindsey Hunter, reports the Arizona Republic Sunday. Hunter called Scola "a model for what [the Suns] want to be." Scola played only 17 minutes on Friday in Oklahoma City and scored six points with one rebound and one blocked shot. He was 3 for 9 from the field.
Analysis: Hunter had high praise for Scola, who is only averaging under 24 minutes per game over his last five contests. Through that time on the court, Scola has produced 10.8 points, 6.4 rebounds and little other production while shooting just under 38 percent from the field. There isn't much to emulate there and we're not sure if Hunter's words are going to translate into any more playing time going forward. For now, Scola should remain active only in deeper Fantasy formats.
News: After shooting 3 of 11 from the field his last time out, Suns forward Luis Scola bounced back as he turned in a decent performance Tuesday night against the Grizzlies. Scola went 4 of 8 shooting from the field and 2 of 4 from the free throw line as he finished with 10 points and seven rebounds in a 96-90 victory. He also chipped in with one assist while logging 19 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Scola wasn't asked to do much offensively as he worked his way back from a mediocre shooting performance his last time out. The 32-year-old has shot 46 percent from the field or higher in four of the last five games. He is averaging 12.6 points and 7.4 rebounds per game over that five-game span. Scola has been too inconsistent for Fantasy owners to trust him as a high-end option this season. Consider him a decent mid-range option in most formats for now.
News: After being held to just seven points his last time out, Suns forward Luis Scola bounced back as he enjoyed a much better performance Sunday afternoon against the Mavericks. Scola went 6 of 13 shooting from the field and 2 of 3 from the free throw line as he finished with 14 points, four rebounds and three assists while logging 24 minutes of game action in a 110-95 defeat.
Analysis: Scola has picked up his scoring as of late and is averaging 14.2 points and 6.7 rebounds per game in January, compared to his 12.9 average in December. The 32-year-old from Argentina may also see a boost in his minutes under new interim head coach Lindsey Hunter. He is trying to make up for his slow start but has still been a bit too inconsistent to consider him a high-end option thus far. Fantasy owners should view him as a solid mid-range option heading into Week 14 (Jan. 28-Feb. 3).
News: Suns forward Luis Scola turned in another solid performance during Wednesday's contest against the Kings. Scola finished with a team-high 21 points in the 106-96 defeat on 9 of 13 shooting from the field. He made three of his four free-throw attempts and also added seven rebounds, four assists and one steal to his stat line, while logging 29 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Scola has been playing much better of late as he is averaging 15.6 points and 6.6 rebounds over his last five contests and is shooting 52.5 percent from the field over that stretch. He is trying to make up for his slow start but has still been a bit too inconsistent to consider him a high-end option thus far. Consider Scola more of a mid-range option at this point in the season.
News: Suns forward Luis Scola tallied just seven points and five rebounds during Phoenix's 102-90 loss to Oklahoma City on Monday night. Scola connected on just 3 of 11 attempts for a lowly 27.3 field-goal percentage as he finished with single-digits in points for the second time over his past six games. He also chipped in five assists, but logged only 27 minutes of playing time, matching his lowest total in the month of January.
Analysis: After starring in Houston for the first five years of his career, Scola has been unable to carry that consistency to the desert and is averaging 13.0 points and 6.4 rebounds per game with Phoenix. With the Rockets, Scola was able to generate his own shot in the paint and consistently drained more than 50 percent of his attempts. But the Suns have several players similar to Scola on offense and he is attempting less than 12 shots a game this season. He will experience fluctuating stat lines and should only be active in deeper Fantasy formats.
News: Suns forward Luis Scola did not have one of better performances during Phoenix's loss to the Grizzlies Sunday night. Scola finished with just seven points in the 92-81 defeat on 3 of 12 shooting from the field. He went 1 of 2 from the free-throw line but did add six rebounds, six assists and one steal to his stat line while logging 27 minutes of game action.
Analysis: After turning in four of his strongest consecutive performances of the season, Scola laid an egg Sunday night. However, Memphis is a tough team for the 32-year-old to match up against as the Grizzlies are bigger, stronger, faster and younger in their frontcourt. While it was performances like one Scola just turned in that landed him on the bench earlier in the year, we aren't ready to hit the panic button just yet. The veteran has been playing much better of the past few weeks and is still averaging 20.0 points, 6.8 boards, 4.4 assists, 1.2 blocks and 1.0 steal over his last five games. Leave him active in the majority of formats heading into Week 11 (Jan. 7-13).
News: After scoring a season-high 33 points his last time out, Suns forward Luis Scola had another productive performance on Monday night against the Thunder. He finished with a team-high 24 points and hauled in six rebounds in the 114-96 loss. He went 10 for 17 from the field, missing his lone attempt from downtown, and converted 4 of 5 free throws. Scola also posted an assist while playing 27 minutes in the defeat.
Analysis: Scola has picked up his scoring of late and is averaging 17.2 points with 5.6 rebounds in his last five games. He is also shooting close to 53 percent during that stretch and is starting to show some life after some early struggles. The Suns do not have a go-to scorer so the 32-year-old could step up for the club. Keep an eye on his progress and consider getting Scola active again in most Fantasy formats.
News: Suns forward Luis Scola was not asked to take many shots during Wednesday's contest against the Knicks. Scola was held in check throughout the night as he scored just six points on 2 of 5 shooting from the field in a 99-97 defeat. He also added four rebounds, two assists and a steal in 22 minutes of game action for the Suns.
Analysis: Scola was held in single-digit scoring for just the fifth time this month and the second time in his last three games. After averaging 12.6 points and 6.4 rebounds in November, Scola's numbers have taken a hit as of late. He is now averaging 10.7 points and 5.7 rebounds in December. He is actually shooting 47.7 percent, which is slightly better than his 45.9 percent mark in November. The difference is that the 32-year-old has seen his minutes take a slight hit as well as his shots. Despite playing off the bench, the veteran power forward remains a nightly threat for a double-double and should remain active in most Fantasy formats moving forward.
News: Phoenix forward Luis Scola finished with 18 points and 10 rebounds during the Suns' 117-99 loss to the Clippers on Saturday. Scola drained a sizzling 72.7 percent of his attempts from the field (8 for 11) and he posted his fourth double-double of the season and first since Nov. 14 against Chicago. He contributed across the score sheet for Phoenix as he chipped in an assist, steal and block in just 24 minutes.
Analysis: Scola made efficient use of his playing time and was the only player in the game with double-digits in rebounds. He entered Saturday's game coming narrowly close to a double-double over his past three games, missing the feat by either a rebound or point. Despite playing off the bench, the veteran power forward remains a nightly threat for a double-double and should remain active in most Fantasy formats at this point.
News: Phoenix power forward Luis Scola came off the bench to score 16 points on Tuesday in an overtime loss at Memphis. Scola shot 7 for 15 from the field over 37 minutes and grabbed eight rebounds with three steals. He added two assists.
Analysis: Scola had been in single digits in his last two games before dropping 16 on the Grizzlies Tuesday night. Getting around 27 minutes per game, Scola is not an elite Fantasy option for the Suns, but he does enough to matter in most formats regardless.
News: Suns forward Luis Scola turned in his nest scoring performance in quite some time in Tuesday's contest against the Cavaliers. Scola poured in 14 points in the 91-71 win, on 6 of 10 shooting from the field. He went 2 of 3 from the free-throw line and also added four rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block to his stat line, while logging 24 minutes off the bench.
Analysis: Scola was moved to the bench four games ago after struggling over his first 11 games of the season. While the Suns have been happy with the production the 32-year-old has brought to the second unit, Fantasy owners remain extremely disappointed. Scola is averaging just 8.2 points and 3.4 rebounds over his last five contests, despite shooting 50 percent from the field over that stretch. Consider Scola merely a low-end reserve option until he gets his scoring back on track.
News: Suns forward Luis Scola was moved to the bench for Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers and had a quiet performance. He scored just four points with four rebounds in the 114-87 loss. He went 2 for 4 from the field while playing 19 minutes off the bench. Scola also had an assist and a steal in the defeat.
Analysis: Scola averaged 14.5 points with 8.1 rebounds and 1.1 steals in the first 11 games this season and the Suns are hoping he can provide some production in the second unit. No word on how long he will be coming off the bench so keep an eye on the situation going forward. At this point, Scola remains a viable option in most Fantasy formats.
News: Suns forward Luis Scola finished with 21 points and 11 rebounds for his second double-double of the season during Phoenix's 94-81 loss at Utah on Saturday night. Scola erased a pair of poor scoring performances when he mustered just single digits in his last two games and drained 7 of his 19 attempts from the field. He was also 7 for 7 from the charity stripe, the first time he was perfect on more than one free-throw attempt.
Analysis: After spending the first five seasons of his career with Houston, Scola hasn't been able to develop a groove with his new team. But he looks close. The 32-year-old has the ability to post ample points and rebounds as evidenced by his 11 double-doubles with the Rockets last year. He has two now and will continue to receive plenty of playing time as the Suns search for scoring option. Keep him active in all Fantasy formats for now.
News: Suns forward Luis Scola shot well from the floor and flirted with a double-double in Friday's contest against the Pistons. Scola dropped 13 points and nine rebounds in a 92-89 victory. He shot 6 of 12 from the field, and drilled his only free throw attempt of the night. He also chipped in with an assist and a steal in 29 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Scola has scored 28 points and has snatched 20 rebounds through his first two games and is off to a decent start this season. Scola's production took a hit last season with the Rockets but still managed to average 15.5 points and 6.5 rebounds per game, so it is tough to complain much about that from a Fantasy perspective. He is teamed up with pick-and-roll partner Goran Dragic yet again this season, which should give him a slight boost in his production. That said, Fantasy owners should view him as a solid option in all formats moving forward.
News: The Suns successfully claimed forward Luis Scola Sunday, after he was waived by the Rockets via the amnesty clause. It is not known how much of his three-year contract the Suns have assumed, however it is reported to be around $13 million total.
Analysis: Scola's production took a hit last season, however he still averaged 15.5 points and 6.5 rebounds per game, so it is tough to complain much about that from a Fantasy perspective. The Suns are re-tooling this season and they may have some struggles on offense with the departure of point guard Steve Nash, however Scola will almost certainly start for them. He remains a solid Fantasy option in all formats on Draft Day, one worth targeting in the middle rounds.
News: The Suns successfully claimed forward Luis Scola Sunday, after he was waived by the Rockets via the amnesty clause. It is not known how much of his three-year contract the Suns have assumed, however it is reported to be around $13 million total.
Analysis: Scola's production took a hit last season, however he still averaged 15.5 points and 6.5 rebounds per game, so it is tough to complain much about that from a Fantasy perspective. The Suns are re-tooling this season and they may have some struggles on offense with the departure of point guard Steve Nash, however Scola will almost certainly start for them. He remains a solid Fantasy option in all formats on Draft Day, one worth targeting in the middle rounds.
News: Despite having three years and almost $21 million remaining on his contract, the Rockets have decided to waive forward Luis Scola, under the league's one-time amnesty provision, according to Yahoo.com. Scola will now be subjected to waivers and will be eligible to be signed by any team under the salary cap.
Analysis: Scola’s production dipped across the board last season, as he averaged just 15.5 points and 6.5 rebounds per game on 49.1 percent shooting, however he is still an extremely productive player. The Rockets, however, are attempting to clear their books to make a run at one or possibly even two max-level free agents, which leaves Scola as the odd-man out. He seems likely to be claimed off waivers, a process that usually takes three days. We’ll keep an eye on where he lands, as he remains a productive Fantasy option in all formats.
News: Rockets power forward Luis Scola played well on Tuesday as Houston lost at Dallas. Scola missed a double-double by two rebounds as he finished with a team-high 22 points and eight boards. Scola played 35 minutes in the game and shot 9 of 14 from the field. He added four assists but turned the ball over four times.
Analysis: Scola was over 20 points for the first time in his last four games on Tuesday night but is averaging 20.0 per game over his last five contests. That comes with 6.6 rebounds, 3.8 assists, a block and 64 percent shooting. Scola is playing well and should be active in the majority of Fantasy formats.
News:Luis Scola wasn’t his typically active self on the boards on Thursday night against the Warriors, however he made up for grabbing just two rebounds by matching a career high with seven assists, as the Rockets won handily, 109-83. Scola also scored 18 points in the game on 8 of 10 shooting, and he did all of his work in just 25 minutes, as the Rockets had comfortable leads for most of the game.
Analysis: Scola has been a moderate disappointment this season, and most of that has been as a result of his lackluster play on the boards. He is averaging 6.5 rebounds per game, and just 5.4 per game over the last five. He is still scoring at an acceptable rate, however, so Fantasy owners should not be too frustrated with him. Continue to consider Scola a high-end Fantasy option, just don’t count on high rebounding numbers.
News: Rockets forward Luis Scola told reporters after Wednesday's game against the Bobcats that he's hopeful he'll still be a Rocket after Thursday's trade deadline. "There's nothing else I can do, from this point on," Scola said. "This was the last game, we don't have practice (Thursday). I have nothing to do to control that. I think I'm going to be here. I just don't know what's going to happen." Scola scored 23 points and grabbed four rebounds in Houston's 107-87 win. He shot 8 for 15 from the floor and went 7 for 10 at the charity stripe. The big man added three assists and a steal in his 30 minutes on the court.
Analysis: Scola said he expects the team to make a deal before the trade deadline. He was part of a trade before the season began that would have sent him to New Orleans, but the proposed three-team deal was rejected by NBA commissioner David Stern for "basketball reasons." While it's been a rough year for Scola, he's averaging 18.4 points and 6.2 rebounds per contest over his last five outings. Fantasy owners should continue to consider Scola a viable starting option in all Fantasy formats, no matter where he's playing.
News: Rockets forward Luis Scola had arguably his finest game of the season on Sunday, however it was not enough to overcome a late surge by the Cavaliers, as the Rockets lost, 118-107. Scola scored a season-high 30 points on 15 of 25 shooting, making up for a subpar prior two games, where he scored just 21 total. He also grabbed eight rebounds in the contest while playing 39 minutes. Playing without star guard Kyle Lowry, the Rockets have needed Scola to step up, as they have been in an extended slide since the All-Star break. "This is a bad part of the year for us," Scola said after the game. "We're struggling. We're not playing the right way. We don't have confidence and things aren't working out our way."
Analysis: Scola is struggling through one of the toughest seasons of his career, as he is shooting the lowest percentage from the field in his five seasons. He is also scoring and rebounding less than he has in recent years without a significant drop in minutes accompanying it. Still, he is averaging 17.0 points and 9.6 rebounds per game over the last five, stepping up when the team needs him the most. Fantasy owners should continue to consider Scola a viable starting option in all Fantasy formats.
News: Rockets forward Luis Scola posted his fourth double-double in the last five games on Sunday against the Clippers. He scored 16 points and hauled in 12 rebounds in the 105-103 overtime loss. He went 6 for 11 from the field and made 4 of 5 free throws while playing 41 minutes. Scola also chipped in with two steals and an assist in the defeat.
Analysis: Scola has been playing extremely well for the Rockets of late and has regained value in Fantasy as a result. He is averaging 16.2 points with 9.2 rebounds and 1.2 assists in his last five contests, and is shooting 50 percent over that span. While he has had a down campaign thus far, the 31-year-old is counted on for the bulk of the scoring in the frontcourt for Houston and appears to be getting on track. With Boston, Toronto, New Jersey and Cleveland on the schedule for Week 11 (Mar. 5-11), continue to view Scola as a viable option in most Fantasy formats.
News: Rockets forward Luis Scola was able to play through a busted lip during Friday night's contest against the Nuggets. Scola took an elbow in the face from Arron Afflalo in the first quarter and was taken back to the locker room, where he received five stitches. However, Scola was able to quickly return to the game and he finished with 13 points and four rebounds in the 117-105 victory.
Analysis: Scola should be fine moving forward, but it is something Fantasy owners may want to keep an eye on just in case. The 31-year-old had recorded three straight double-doubles entering the contest and is starting to pick up his production after a slow start to the year. As long as he is able to remain in the lineup, owners should leave him active in the majority of formats heading into Week 11 (March 5-11).
News: Houston power forward Luis Scola recorded a double-double in the first game following the All-Star break on Tuesday as the Rockets beat the Raptors. Scola scored 15 points and grabbed 10 rebounds in the contest over 32 minutes. He shot 5 of 12 from the field and added one steal with five turnovers.
Analysis: Scola recorded double-doubles before and after the All-Star break. He's averaging 16 points and seven boards per game over his last five games for the Rockets. He's still having a down campaign on the season, but Scola has plenty of time to turn things around. He should remain active in the majority of Fantasy formats.
News: Rockets forward Luis Scola had been struggling to score of late but he was able to get back on track against the Jazz on Sunday. He finished with 26 points and nine rebounds in the 101-85 win. He went 12 for 20 from the field and made both of his free throws while playing 39 minutes. Scola also chipped in with three assists and a steal in the victory.
Analysis: Scola is having a down campaign all around but he showed on Sunday what he is capable of supplying for Fantasy owners. He is averaging 14.8 points with seven rebounds and 1.4 assists in his last five games, and is shooting 47 percent over that span. The Rockets count on the 31-year-old for his scoring in the low post, and he should continue to see solid minutes on a nightly basis. With Memphis and Philadelphia on the schedule for Week 9 (Feb. 20-26), keep Scola active in the majority of Fantasy leagues.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola was able to remain hot in Sunday's game against the Warriors. He scored 14 points and hauled in a season-high 13 rebounds in the 106-97 loss. He went 3 for 6 from the floor and made all eight of his free throws while playing 32 minutes. Scola also chipped in with three assists in the defeat. He is averaging 18.2 points with 7.4 rebounds and two assists in his last five contests.
Analysis: Scola recorded his first double-double since Jan. 14 on Sunday and has really picked up the pace in his scoring and rebounding of late. He is shooting 53 percent in his last five games and has scored in double figures in six straight. He plays extremely well for an undersized power forward and continues to get his numbers on a nightly basis. With the Grizzlies, Thunder, Timberwolves and Jazz on the schedule for Week 8 (Feb. 13-19), keep Scola active in the majority of Fantasy leagues.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola was able to notch his sixth 20-plus point performance of the season during Saturday night's contest against the Timberwolves. Scola finished with 24 points in the 100-91 loss, on 10 of 18 shooting from the field. He went 4 for 4 from the free-throw line and also chipped in with eight rebounds, two assists, two blocks and a steal, while logging 36 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Saturday marked the first time Scola has scored 20 or more points in a game since Jan. 13, so it was nice to see him finally fill up the bucket. The 31-year-old has struggled to match his production from last season thus far, but he has turned in a pair of strong performances. However, until he is able to get his rebounding and blocks up, owners should consider him more of a No. 3 Fantasy F heading into Week 7 (Feb. 6-12).
News: Houston PF Luis Scola had an abysmal game on Monday night in a loss to Minnesota. Scola went just 2 of 8 from the floor over 20 minutes to score eight points. He grabbed just one rebound and had three assists for the Rockets. Scola also turned the ball over three times in the poor performance.
Analysis: Scola was playing well recently until Monday's poor game. He should bounce back and is still averaging 14.4 points and 5.2 rebounds per game over his last five. Scola remains a solid Fantasy option, though owners wish he'd start rebounding at a higher frequency.
News: Houston PF Luis Scola played well on Monday in a win at Minnesota. Scola only managed three rebounds in the game opposite Kevin Love, but did score 15 points in the win. Scola played 28 minutes and went 7 of 12 from the field. He added one assist.
Analysis: Scola's rebounding has been down as he's put up just 5.9 per game on the year and just 4.8 over his last five games. He's a consistent scorer, but not at the level that you can forgive his lack of rebounding and blocks this season. Still, he does enough to warrant consistent everyday use in most Fantasy formats.
News: Houston PF Luis Scola tied for the team lead in scoring on Tuesday night in a win over the Pistons. Scola played just 27 minutes in the easy victory as he shot 5 of 12 from the field to score 14 points. Scola added five rebounds and a steal in the performance. He also turned the ball over five times.
Analysis: Scola has been a little erratic with his scoring, but is averaging around 16 points per game for the Rockets this season. That comes with between 6-8 rebounds per night and some assists. Scola doesn't get many blocks, however, which makes him a less-than-complete big man. Still, he does enough to warrant consistent everyday use in most Fantasy formats.
News: Houston forward Luis Scola grabbed five rebounds and scored 20 points in Wednesday's 101-95 loss to San Antonio. He shot 9 for 21 from the floor and nailed both his foul shots in 38 minutes of action. The big man added three assists and a steal in the contest.
Analysis: Scola has failed to register a double-double this season and hasn't grabbed more than seven rebounds in any outing. Scola had averaged eight rebounds-per game or more for each of his previous three seasons. The good news for Fantasy owners is he's still scoring, which makes him no worse than a No. 3 forward option.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola scored 20 points on Tuesday night against the Lakers, however he once again wasn’t much of a factor on the boards in a 108-99 loss. He grabbed just five rebounds, giving him a five-game stretch to start the season with fewer than eight rebounds. He did add two assists and a steal in the matchup.
Analysis: Scola had averaged eight rebounds-per game or more for each of his previous three seasons, so this has been a disappointing start the season so far. He is averaging 32.4 minutes-per game, almost exactly what he got last year, so the drop is discouraging to say the least. While he is still scoring at a fair volume, he needs to up his rebounding to get back to the high-end of Fantasy value. Until he does, he's just a No. 3 Fantasy forward.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola was able to put up some points in Monday's season opener against the Magic. He scored 19 points on 8 of 18 shooting in the 104-95 loss. He made 3 of 4 free throws while seeing 38 minutes of action. Scola also chipped in with seven rebounds and three assists in the defeat.
Analysis: Scola took a ton of shots on Monday as he will be counted on for the low-post scoring in Houston again this season. He seems to have developed a nice rapport with point guard Kyle Lowry on the pick-and-roll and should be able to improve on his career numbers from a year ago. While he does not put up much defensive stats, Scola remains productive enough to keep active in most Fantasy leagues, especially at a thin position.
News: Houston forward Luis Scola looked like he was in mid-season form on Saturday night versus San Antonio. He started the game hot, hitting four of his first five shots for eight points. In his 22 minutes of action Scola shot 9 for 12 from the field and also connected for two foul shots, finishing with 20 points. He grabbed five boards and dished out two assists as the Rockets rolled to a 101-87 win.
Analysis: Scola was one of the players reportedly involved in the trade that would have sent Chris Paul to the Lakers. He came out and said he was happy to remain in Houston and it showed in his play on Saturday. Scola got his teammates the ball when needed and looked for his shot often. He has the potential to post close to a double-double per night, which is why Scola should be viewed as an early-round choice on Draft Day.
News: Yahoo.com is reporting that NBA commissioner David Stern has nixed the trade, agreed upon Thursday afternoon, that would have sent G Chris Paul to Los Angeles, F Pau Gasol to Houston, and F Luis Scola, F Lamar Odom, G Kevin Martin, G Goran Dragic and picks to New Orleans. Stern reportedly bowed to pressure from a group of owners who demanded that the trade be nullified.
Analysis: Scola likely would have seen his production fall as he enters the season at age 31 while moving to a team that plays at a much slower pace than Houston. Now that we know is he is staying in Houston, at least for now, Scola is likely to maintain the value he had last year, when he as an 18-point, 8-rebounds-per-game player for the Rockets. Consider Scola an early-round pick for Draft Day as long as he remains in Houston.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola, coming off a career year at the age of 30, has been sent to New Orleans along with a package including G Kevin Martin, G Goran Dragic and Lakers F Lamar Odom, according to a report on Yahoo.com. The Rockets would receive F Pau Gasol from Los Angeles, with the Lakers receiving G Chris Paul.
Analysis: Scola emerged as an 18 points, eight rebounds per game player for the Rockets in 2010-11, however he did undergo an offseason knee surgery and turned 31 at the end of the season. Scola likely had his numbers inflated somewhat by playing on a team that plays at a fast pace and didn't really have to share the floor any other strong rebounding options, so his stats could certainly take a hit with the move to New Orleans. The Rockets played at the eighth-fastest pace in the NBA in 2010-11, while the Hornets played at the second slowest. The difference amounts to almost a 10-percent reduction in offensive possessions between the teams, so at the very least, you should expect Scola's numbers to decline by roughly that amount just due to having fewer opportunities. Scola should move down boards on Draft Day with this selection, but will remain worthy of a mid-round selection.
News: Rockets forward Luis Scola has had arthroscopic surgery on his left knee and is expected to recover in time for training camp. The 6-foot-9 Scola was Houston's leading rebounder at 8.2 per game and second-leading scorer at 18.3 points per game this past season. The Rockets finished 43-39 and missed the playoffs. Scola had surgery Friday. The team did not set a timetable for his return to basketball activities, but said Scola should be available for the start of training camp. Scola developed knee soreness in March and sat out eight games.
Analysis: We expect Scola to be fine for the start of the 2011-12 season, but keep an eye on his status this offseason. When healthy, Scola is a solid No. 2 Fantasy option in all leagues, and he's worth an early-round selection on Draft Day as long as his knee is OK when next season is set to begin.
News: Houston forward Luis Scola started the 2010-11 season on fire for the Rockets, averaging 27.3 points and 14.0 boards over his first three games. On the flip side, Scola missed the last three games of the year as he was dealing with a sore knee. The Rockets were out of the playoff race, so there was no reason to risk Scola suffering further damage to his knee. With Yao Ming missing the majority of the year with an ankle injury, Scola stepped up for Houston. He averaged a career-high 18.3 points and also grabbed 8.2 rebounds in his 74 games of action. He also shot 50.4 percent from the field and 73.8 percent from the charity stripe.
Analysis: Scola is very durable, which is something Fantasy owners love. He did not miss any games in his first three years in the NBA, and missed just eight this year. As long as he doesn't suffer a setback during the offseason, Scola should be ready to go for the Rockets next season. When he's healthy is is a high-end forward option in all Fantasy formats. He finished the year in the top-20 of all forwards in standard CBSSports.com leagues. Based on his production and durability, owners should target Scola in the early rounds on Draft Day this fall.
News: The Houston Chronicle reports that Rockets forward Luis Scola, who missed Monday's game against Dallas because of a knee injury, is expected to be out of the season finale Wednesday at Minnesota.
Analysis: Fantasy owners in daily leagues should use caution with Scola since it appears like his season is over. If he's able to play Wednesday then he should be active in all leagues, but since the Rockets have nothing to play for there's no reason to risk Scola suffering further damage to his knee.
News: As expected, the team's official website reports that Rockets F Luis Scola was not available for Monday's game against the Mavericks because of his ongoing knee issue. The knee is sore after he played on it for nine straight game since missing an initial five games with the injury in mid-March. Scola has now missed consecutive games.
Analysis: The Rockets have been out of playoff contention, so we're not surprised to see them go about their injuries with caution. Both Scola and breakthrough point guard Kyle Lowry have battled injuries down the stretch in an attempt to propel Houston into the playoffs, but that goal has since been failed. Fantasy owners should continue to monitor the Argentine's injury status to see if he suits up for the season finale Wednesday against he Timberwolves. Scola had his best scoring season of his career this season, averaging 18.3 points per game. When healthy, he is a high-end option regardless of format.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola's status for the remainder of the season remains in question after he sat out of Saturday's 99-78 win over the Clippers. Scola was held out of the contest because of a sore left knee. He has been playing with a sprained left knee for a few weeks now after sustaining the injury back on March 8. “It’s a day-to-day thing,” coach Rick Adelman said. “If you’re gonna err, at this point, you’re on the side of caution.”
Analysis: With Houston eliminated from the postseason, the team has decided to give some of their veteran players a rest. Scola did not ask to be held out of the lineup and reportedly was not too happy about being benched. Still, the team is clearly being cautious with their big man and don't want him to further injure himself in ultimately what are meaningless games. Fantasy owners in daily formats should continue to monitor his status moving forward to see if he will play again this season. The Rockets play twice more after Saturday and have not yet ruled Scola out for the season. He can be considered a must-start in all formats, when healthy.
News: According to the Houston Chronicle, Rockets F Luis Scola will not play in Saturday's contest against the Clippers in order to rest his injured left knee. Scola has been playing with a sprained left knee for a few weeks now after sustaining the injury back on March 8. He is listed as day to day.
Analysis: With Houston eliminated from the postseason, the team has decided to give some of their veteran players a rest. Scola did not ask to be held out of the lineup and reportedly was not too happy about being held out. Still, the team is clearly being cautious with their big man and don't want him to further injure himself in ultimately what is a meaningless game. Fantasy owners in daily formats should continue to monitor his status moving forward to see if he will play again this season. The Rockets play twice more after Saturday and have not yet ruled Scola out for the season. He can be considered a must-start in all formats, when healthy.
News: Houston forward Luis Scola had a much better outing in his second game back for the Rockets. He posted his 16th double-double of the year on Wednesday versus the Warriors as he scored 20 points and hauled in 10 boards. He shot 7 for 16 from the field and made all six of his foul shots. Scola added four assists and a block in his 32 minutes on the court. He had missed five games with a knee injury and was able to return to the lineup on Sunday. The Rockets would go on to beat the Warriors, 131-112. Scola ignited the Rockets in the first quarter, scoring eight of Houston's first 11 points. He had 14 in the opening quarter and the Rockets took a 36-33 lead.
Analysis: Scola is back for Houston at the right time of the year and Fantasy owners are happy too. He's having a career year for the Rockets as he's averaging 18.3 points and 8.1 boards on the season. Now that he seems to be back in form, Fantasy owners should get him active. Anytime a player averages around a double-double per game, he's worth using in all Fantasy formats.
News: After missing five games with a knee injury, Rockets F Luis Scola returned to the lineup Sunday against the Jazz. He was eased back into game action, seeing 20 minutes of playing time. Scola shot 1 of 5 from the field on the night, and 2 of 3 from the line on the way to four points. He added eight rebounds to go along with a steal and three blocks defensively.
Analysis: Scola will see increasing minutes with each coming game as he gets back into the swing of things. He's never had to deal with this stage of the NBA game, because he's never missed any games since entering the league in 2007. Keep an eye on how Scola responds to the built up playing time. Fantasy owners should trust that the hard-working Argentine will round back into his must-start form that he's maintained all season when healthy.
News: The Houston Chronicle reports that Rockets F Luis Scola (knee) is expected to return for Sunday's game against Utah after missing five games with a strained left knee. Coach Rick Adelman and teammates said Scola looked to be over the injury. "He came out in practice and he was the old Scola," Courtney Lee said. "He hit his first hook shot and everybody said, 'Scola's back.' It's good to have him back."
Analysis: If Scola does indeed prove to be healthy in Sunday's game, he could once again be activated in any weekly average-based league. However, owners in cumulative formats should keep in mind that the Rockets are slated for just two games in Fantasy Week 22 (March 21-27). He remains a high-end Fantasy forward option when healthy under normal circumstances.
News: Rockets forward Luis Scola sat out for the fifth straight game with a sore left knee Friday against the Celtics. Coach Rick Adelman expected Scola to return to action next week, but he participated in shootaround Friday morning and was close to giving it a go. “He’s done things that have been a good indication for us, but he has not gone one-on-one or two-on-two,” coach Rick Adelman told the Team's official website. “We have a pretty good schedule next week to work him back in. I don’t want to do anything that is going to set him back.”He has now missed five games because of left knee soreness. Scola said he'll return Sunday against the Jazz in all likelihood.
Analysis: Scola has tried to play in the last few games, only to be held out before tip. He was able to get a little loose in shotaround Friday, so he is one step closer to returning. The Rockets play on Sunday, so we'll wait and see if he can get on the court by then. When healthy, Scola is a high-end Fantasy option in all formats. Owners may want to give him a game or two to get back into the swing of things though, because he has never dealt with injury serious enough to cause him to miss any games before this in his NBA career.
News: Despite participating in shootaround earlier in the day, Rockets forward Luis Scola will not play Friday against the Celtics. “He’s done things that have been a good indication for us, but he has not gone one-on-one or two-on-two,” coach Rick Adelman told the Team's official website. “We have a pretty good schedule next week to work him back in. I don’t want to do anything that is going to set him back.”He has now missed five games because of left knee soreness. Scola said he'll return Sunday against the Jazz in all likelihood.
Analysis: Scola has tried to play in the last few games, only to be held out before tip. He was able to get a little loose in shotaround Friday, so he is one step closer to returning. The Rockets play on Sunday, so we'll wait and see if he can get on the court by then. When healthy, Scola is a high-end Fantasy option in all formats. Owners may want to give him a game or two to get back into the swing of things though, because he has never dealt with injury serious enough to cause him to miss any games before this in his NBA career.
News: The Rockets official team website reports that forward Luis Scola took part in Friday's shootaround prior to Houston's game against the Celtics. He says he is definitely feeling better but a decision regarding his availability for Friday's contest will not be made until closer to game time. Scola has missed four games in a row with a sore left knee.
Analysis: Fantasy owners in daily leagues should continue to use caution with Scola since even if he does return he might not be at 100 percent. The Rockets also have two games in Fantasy Week 22, and Scola might be better served on the bench to allow him to prove he's all the way back from his knee woes.
News: The Rockets official team website reports that forward Luis Scola was able to practice Thursday. Scola missed a fourth game Wednesday against Charlotte with a sore left knee. He is hopeful of returning Friday against Boston. “I feel better,” he said, after wrapping up the hour-long session. “We’ve been able to do stuff today that we weren’t able to do earlier so it’s definitely progressing. ... "We’re definitely doing everything we can to (get back in time for Boston). We need to do more tests tomorrow, see how it reacts. Maybe it can turn out pretty well or it could be a little sore, so we have to see how it reacts for tomorrow morning… I want to be a little cautious with what I say but we’re doing everything we can to be ready to play tomorrow night.”
Analysis: Continue to monitor what happens with Scola and hope he can return soon. Fantasy owners in daily leagues should use caution when setting their lineup since Scola has already missed four games. And the Rockets have just two games in Fantasy Week 22, so Scola might not be worth having active in the majority of formats.
News: The Houston Chronicle reports that Rockets forward Luis Scola had an injection Monday in hopes of returning to the floor as soon as Friday against the Celtics. Scola missed a fourth game Wednesday against Charlotte with a sore left knee. He went through a therapy session before Wednesday's game but said it was too soon to know if the injection would have the desired impact. "I don't know," Scola said. "I don't want to think about the game too much. The game will come. and if I don't play, I will feel bad. I don't want to think too much about it. I'm just going to do rehab and do the exercise and hopefully be able to play really soon."
Analysis: Fantasy owners in daily leagues should use caution in case Scola is out again Friday. Heading into Fantasy Week 22, when the Rockets play just two games, owners should plan on keeping Scola reserved in the majority of leagues as well. Keep an eye on his progress since Scola is a must-start Fantasy option when healthy.
News: The Rockets official website reports F Luis Scola will sit out Wednesday's game against the Bobcats as he continues to deal with a left knee issue. He received an injection in the knee earlier in the day. “It’s getting better, but slower than I thought,” Scola said. “We’ll have to wait a day or two to see how much progress [the injection] can help me make.”
Analysis: Scola has now missed four straight games with the knee issue after playing in his first 311 pro games. His progress should continue to be monitored moving forward considering he's a must-start Fantasy option regardless of format. With each game he misses, the concern of a serious knee injury seems to be closer to being true than originally expected.
News: The Houston Chronicle reports that Rockets F Luis Scola is expected to miss a fourth consecutive game on Wednesday against Charlotte after receiving an injection in his injured left knee. Scola, who suffered a knee injury that ended a string of 311 consecutive games played, has still not been cleared for practice. Patrick Patterson is expected to start in his absence.
Analysis: Scola remains day to day, but it appears that he could miss at least a couple more games before getting back to action. Fantasy owners should continue to monitor his progress, as Scola remains a high-level forward in Fantasy whenever he is healthy enough to play. For an iron-man like Scola to be missing extended time, this has to be a significant injury. Patterson does not make for a very attractive stopgap measure, so we recommend looking elsewhere for alternatives.
News: The Rockets official team website reports Tuesday that forward Luis Scola (knee) has still not been cleared for practice and there is no change in his status. He is still considered day to day going forward and remains questionable heading into Wednesday's game against Charlotte. Scola has now missed three straight games with the issue.
Analysis: Fantasy owners should continue to remain patient with Scola and hope he can return soon. The Rockets will likely give Scola time to get 100 percent healthy, and when he does come back he should be considered a must-start Fantasy option in all leagues as long as he doesn't suffer a setback.
News: The Rockets announced forward Luis Scola sat out Monday's game against the Suns as he continues to deal with a knee injury. He has now missed three straight games with the issue.
Analysis: Scola played in his first 311 games of his NBA career, but has now missed three in a row. The injury must be a bit more serious than originally expected, so Fantasy owners should monitor the progress over the next day or so. With the playoffs not likely this season anyway, we wont be surprised if the Rockets don't rush him back and compromise the knee further. When healthy, Scola is a must-start Fantasy option in all formats.
News: The Houston Chronicle reports that Rockets forward Luis Scola is doubtful to play Monday against Phoenix. Scola has now missed the past two games heading into Monday night because of a knee injury.
Analysis: We hope that Scola is able to play in Monday's game against the Suns because Houston has a favorable schedule in Fantasy Week 21 with four games. Fantasy owners should use caution with Scola since he has missed the past two games, but he is a must-start Fantasy option in all leagues when healthy.
News: Rockets forward Luis Scola was not available for Saturday's contest against the Spurs because of a knee injury. Scola, who has now only missed two games over his entire NBA career, sustained the injury in Monday's contest against the Kings. “[Scola] didn’t get on the floor and shoot at all today. I had a feeling he wasn’t going to be able to go,” coach Rick Adelman said. “The timing of [the injury] has really been tough, because we’re right in the middle of this push and we really need him. … If he could play, he would.”
Analysis: After playing in 310 consecutive games, Louis Scola has now missed the last two. There has been no official timetable announced for his return, so the Rockets will continue to evaluate his progress daily. Fantasy owners should continue to monitor his status moving forward, although keep in mind the 29-year-old will now be an injury risk heading into Fantasy Week 21 (March 14-20). The Rockets play four times during the upcoming scoring period against the Suns, Bobcats, Celtics and Jazz. Scola can be considered a high-end Fantasy option in all formats, when healthy.
News: The Houston Chronicle reports that Rockets coach Rick Adelman did not know when forward Luis Scola would be able to return from his sore left knee and sounded as if he did not expect Scola to play Saturday against the Spurs. Scola, however, was hopeful he would not be out again after missing Tuesday's game in Phoenix. "We're going day by day," Scola said. "I was kind of hoping that by today it was pain-free. I'm always a little bit over-optimistic on these things. It's better, but it's not pain-free, so we're going to keep doing treatment so it will keep getting better and I'll be ready to play soon. It's better today than yesterday and it was better yesterday than the day before. ... Maybe tomorrow, who knows?" Scola was more disappointed about the timing of his injury than having his 311-game streak end. "It is very frustrating, not because I had to miss a game but because it was a very important one," Scola said. "Hopefully, I'll be able to play against San Antonio, and it will be only one game. It's hard, but it's not the first time I've been injured. Hopefully, it won't happen much again. There is a good chance it will happen again."
Analysis: Fantasy owners in daily leagues should continue to monitor what happens with Scola and hope he can play Saturday. Owners in all leagues should keep an eye on what happens heading into Fantasy Week 21 since the Rockets play four games. When healthy, Scola is a must-start Fantasy option in all leagues, and obviously he's been extremely durable. We don't expect him to be out long, but he also might not rush back if the pain in his knee lingers.
News: The Houston Chronicle reports Rockets forward Luis Scola (sore knee) will not be able to play in Tuesday's game against the Suns. That ends a streak of 311 consecutive games played since he entered the NBA in 2007. “If he says it’s too sore, then it’s too sore,” coach Rick Adelman told NBA.com. The team is hoping he will return for their next game, Saturday against the Spurs.
Analysis: Scola left in the second half of Monday's game against the Kings, appearing to tweak something in the knee. He didn't return with the game out of hand already, but we now know it wasn't just precautionary. Scola has dealt with knee issues in the past and played through the pain, so the situation should be monitored moving forward. When healthy, Scola is a high-end Fantasy option in all formats with his improved play this season on both ends of the floor.
News: Rockets forward Luis Scola left in the second half of Monday's game against the Kings with a knee injury. Scola appeared to tweak something in his left knee and was taken back to the locker room in the third quarter. He did not return to the contest and finished with 10 points and three rebounds while logging 17 minutes. The team announced he would be re-evaluated on Tuesday morning.
Analysis: Scola sprained his right knee a week ago and didn't miss a game, but now his left knee is acting up. He wasn't limping as he left the court, which looks like a good sign but there is no reason to speculate. Fantasy owners should continue to monitor the situation moving forward to see what the team diagnosis his injury as. Scola has played in 310 consecutive games with Houston, although that streak could be in jeopardy.
News: Houston forward Luis Scola started Tuesday night making all five of his shots from the field for the Rockets. His hot start would pace Houston the whole night as he finished the game missing just one shot -- going 10 for 11 -- and connecting on 1 of his 2 foul shots. Scola tied Kyle Lowry for a team-high 21 points. He added six rebounds and three assists in his 41 minutes of action. He was listed on the injury report entering the game after he left Sunday's game with a strained right knee. Scola was a big part of Houston's 103-87 win over Portland.
Analysis: Scola has now played in 308 consecutive games with Houston. He's never missed an NBA game and showed his durability on Tuesday. Over his last 10 outings he's averaging 16.1 points, 7.3 rebounds and 2.8 assists per game. Scola is averaging 46.9 percent from the field over that span. Fantasy owners should stick with Scola as he's Mr. Dependable. He's a high-end forward option in all formats.
News: The Houston Chroncile reports that Rockets F Luis Scola said that he will play in Tuesday's game at Portland following the team's shootaround. He left Sunday's game with a strained right knee.
Analysis: Scola has never missed an NBA game, playing in 307 consecutive contests with Houston. Fantasy owners should be able to rely on the trusty forward in daily and weekly formats, but he should be monitored closely for setbacks. He is averaging 15.8 points and 8.4 rebounds over his last five appearances.
News: The Houston Chronicle reports that Rockets F Luis Scola (knee) was able to participate in the team's shootaround on Tuesday. However, there was no definitive word on his availability for Tuesday night's game against Portland.
Analysis: As the report indicated, it was a good sign Scola was able to participate. He is very likely to give it a go against the Blazers. Scola has never missed an NBA game, playing in 307 consecutive contests with Houston. Fantasy owners should be able to rely on the trusty forward in daily and weekly formats, but he should be monitored closely for setbacks. He is averaging 15.8 points and 8.4 rebounds over his last five appearances.
News: The Houston Chronicle reports that Luis Scola said on Monday that he would be ready to play in Tuesday's game at Portland. He left Sunday's game with a strained right knee. "I think it's going to be OK," Scola said. "For a couple minutes, I was worried. Ice is going to be my best friend for a couple of days."
Analysis: Scola has never missed an NBA game, playing in 307 consecutive contests with Houston. "I don't care about the streak," Scola said. "I want to help the team win, and I have to be on the court to do that." Fantasy owners should be able to rely on the trusty forward in daily and weekly formats, but he should be monitored closely for setbacks. He is averaging 15.8 points and 8.4 rebounds over his last five appearances.
News: Houston forward Luis Scola left in the third quarter of the Rockets' win over New Orleans on Sunday with an apparent sprained knee. He was replaced by Patrick Patterson with less than four minutes remaining in the third quarter and did not return to the game. Scola, who is Houston's second-leading scorer behind Kevin Martin, finished with six points in 25 minutes before departing the game He connected on just 3 of 13 attempts from the field and added six rebounds and three assists. Scola will be evaluated on Monday.
Analysis: Scola has been one of the Rockets' most consistent scorers this season so any extended injury to him would obviously be detrimental to the team, not to mention Fantasy owners. There is no indication on the severity of the injury, but he should be considered day to day and . Scola has been struggling with his accuracy lately and Sunday marked the second outing in his last four games he has failed to reach 30 percent of his shots. He could be showing signs of slowing down after the team's 61st game and averaging a career-high 33.1 minutes per game. Fantasy owners should monitor his status and view him as a must-start as long as he's on the court.
News: Houston forward Luis Scola shot 50 percent from the field on Wednesday night against Cleveland. He would go 7 for 14 from the floor and nail both his foul shots. That was a much better outing than his 4-for-15 performance on Tuesday. Scola logged just 19 minutes on the second game of back-to-back contests for the Rockets. He finished with 16 points, seven rebounds and an assist. Houston would go on to win the game, 124-119.
Analysis: Scola has been a pleasant surprise this year as he ranks just outside the top 10 of Fantasy forwards in standard CBSSports.com leagues. Over his last five games he's averaging 13.6 points, 8.6 rebounds and 1.8 assists per outing. While those numbers are below what he was averaging to start the year, they are still worth using in all Fantasy formats. Continue to roll with him in the second part of the season.
News: Houston forward Luis Scola recorded 26 points and 13 rebounds in the Rockets' 114-105 loss to the Clippers on Wednesday night. Scola, who tallied a combined seven shots in his previous two games, finished 12 of 21 against Los Angeles to top 50 percent from the field for the first time in his last three outings (57.1). Scola contributed three assists while playing 39 minutes, matching his highest total in the last five games.
Analysis: Scola, whose six points against Dallas last Saturday was his second-lowest point output of the season last Saturday, shrugged off his recent slump and attempted more than 20 shots for the first time since Jan. 27 against the Mavericks. Scola's stellar shooting performance also garnered him his 15th double-double of the season. With injuries and ineffectiveness plaguing the Rockets' post players, the 6-foot-9 Scola remains the team's best option in the paint and should be utilized as a must-start in all Fantasy formats.
News: Houston forward Luis Scola tallied only eight points and six rebounds in the Rockets' 106-102 loss to Dallas on Saturday night. Scola connected on just 4 of 9 attempts from the field to register his lowest point total since Jan. 5 against Portland (six). It was also the fourth time this season Scola has attempted fewer than 10 shots from the field. The fourth-year power forward added just one assist to snap his streak of outings with multiple assists at five games.
Analysis: Scola's sub-par performance was also his first outing not scoring in double figures in the last 20 games. Still, he has been one of Houston's top performers this season and appears to have just been hindered by ineffectiveness against the Mavericks. Prior to Saturday's game, Scola had knocked down at least 56 percent of his shots in the last two outings. He is still shooting better than 50 percent from the field this season to remain locked in as the team's second-leading scorer (19.4) behind Kevin Martin. Scola is a strong candidate to bounce back immediately and should be considered a must-start in all Fantasy formats.
News: Houston forward Luis Scola netted 17 points and seven rebounds in the Rockets' 95-93 overtime victory over Memphis on Saturday night. Scola scored six of his team's eight points in overtime as Houston claimed its 10th consecutive win when holding its opponent below 100 points. "We needed this game, big-time," Scola said. "This team is right ahead of us, or one of them. If you want to be in the playoffs, you need to beat them. It's a game that we wanted." Scola finished 7 of 16 from the field while playing 42 minutes -- his highest total in the last 10 games.
Analysis: Scola has been playing at an extremely high level for the Rockets this season, but could be in need of a break. The 6-foot-9 power forward has made just 12 of 28 attempts from the field in his past two games for 31 total points. Scola has also knocked down 50 percent of his shots only twice in the last six games. He remains one of the team's best players and a strong Fantasy producer; keep him entrenched as a must-start in all formats.
News: Houston forward Luis Scola paced the team in points (23) and rebounds (10) in the Rockets' 108-95 loss to San Antonio on Saturday night. Scola finished 8 of 17 from the field and 7 of 8 from the free-throw line to post 20-plus points in back-to-back games for the first time this month. Scola added three steals as Houston could not prevent the Spurs from becoming the first team to reach 40 wins this season. "We were in the game all they way into the third quarter. But they were too solid. They are too solid," he said. "Most solid team in the NBA. They're the best team in the NBA, period."
Analysis: Scola has been one of the few bright spots on a Rockets team that has played sub.-500 basketball the majority of the season. He is second on the team behind Kevin Martin with 19.3 points per game and leads the club with 8.3 rebounds. Scola's double-double was his 13th of the season -- the same amount as the entire Houston team combined. He also leads the team with 33.1 minutes per game and should remain a must-start in all Fantasy formats.
News: Houston PF Luis Scola had his best offensive game over the last two weeks in Thursday's loss to the Mavericks. He scored 30 points on efficient 14 of 21 shooting from the floor, even sinking both of his free throw attempts in the process. Scola pulled down eight rebounds while assisting on three baskets in a limited 29 minutes of action due to his five fouls. He helped the Rockets storm back from a 25 point deficit in the first half to nearly win the game by cutting the Dallas lead to just one point with less than a minute remaining after a tip-in.
Analysis: Even while in foul trouble, Scola continues to dominate the paint in the middle for Houston. He's scored in double figures in all but one of the 16 games played this month. Scola's rebounding has been a bit more spotty, but he still is averaging eight a game in January, mirroring Thursday's effort. He's been one of the few bright spots on a team thwarted by injuries this season. Continue utilize the Argentine in all Fantasy formats.
News: Houston PF Luis Scola recorded a double-double, his second in his last five games, on Monday night in a win at Minnesota. Scola shot 9 of 16 from the field over 35 minutes to score 20 points. He added 12 rebounds and also had three assists in the performance.
Analysis: Scola continues to be highly consistent for Houston. Averaging 19.1 points and 8.3 rebounds per game on the year, Scola is netting 17.2 and 9.2 over his last five. Fantasy owners who use him for those statistics continue to be rewarded. He should remain active in most Fantasy leagues.
News: Houston forward Luis Scola didn't score a lot of points or produce a double-double for the Rockets on Wednesday, but his team didn't need him to. He shot 5 for 8 from the field and converted all three of his foul shots, finishing with 13 points. Scola secured eight rebounds and dished out two assists in his 22 minutes of court time against the Knicks. The Rockets gave most of the starters a chance to rest down the stretch en route to their 104-89 win over the Knicks.
Analysis: Scola has been hot lately, averaging 19.4 points, 9.8 boards and 2.0 assists over his last five games. He's shooting 47 percent from the field over that span as well. Fantasy owners have to be very pleased with Scola's production this year. With Yao Ming done for the season, Scola will continue to get plenty of rebounds and scoring opportunities for the Rockets. Keep him active in all formats as he is a must-start Fantasy forward.
News: Houston forward Luis Scola registered 14 points and 11 rebounds in the Rockets' 110-105 overtime loss to New Orleans on Friday night. Scola posted 11 rebounds for the second game in a row and now has 10 double-doubles this season. He managed just 4 of 12 from the field (33.3 percent) but connected on 6 of 10 at the free-throw line to post double figures for the sixth game in a row.
Analysis: Scola stepped up during Houston leading scorer Kevin Martin's two-game absence but extended his hot streak with Martin back in the lineup on Friday. Scola's cold night from the floor snapped a four-game stretch with at a shooting percentage of at least 38 percent. His scoring average now sits at 19.4 points per game this season and will continue to get several looks at the basket. Consider him a must-start in all Fantasy formats.
News: Houston forward Luis Scola posted 31 points and 11 rebounds in the Rockets' 118-112 loss to Oklahoma City on Wednesday night. Scola finished 13 of 24 from the field to finish with his ninth double-double of the season and second in his last three games. He scored 13 points in the first quarter but faded late and did not register a point in the fourth. Scola, who topped 30 points for just the third time, played 36 minutes but failed to record an assist in a game for only the fourth time this season.
Analysis: Scola has been Houston's hottest shooter recently and is averaging a solid 22.3 points in his last three games. Wednesday's output marked the third-most shots has recorded and 13th game with double figures. He continues to quietly have a stellar all-around season and is averaging 19.1 points and 8.2 rebounds per game this season. The fourth-year forward has now scored at least 20 points in 19 games this season. Scola should be considered a must-start in all Fantasy formats.
News: Houston forward Luis Scola registered a team-high 24 points and 10 rebounds in the Rockets' 103-99 loss to Utah on Saturday night. Scola netted 9 of his 17 shots from the field and 6 of 8 from the free-throw line to complete his eighth double-double of the season and first since Dec. 14. Scola added four assists in 44 minutes before fouling out of his third game of the season.
Analysis: Scola is quietly having the best season of his four-year career. With Yao Ming out for the remainder of the season, Scola has helped carry the scoring load and is averaging a career-high 19.2 points per game. During his last nine games, he has netted at least 45 percent of his attempts in eight outings and is averaging 50.4 percent for the season. Scola is ascending into a top option at forward and remains a must-start in all Fantasy formats.
News: Rockets forward Luis Scola turned in another solid effort in Monday's 113-106 loss to the Nuggets. Scola finished with a team-high 24 points in the defeat on 10 of 19 shooting from the field. He made all four of his free-throws and finished with seven rebounds and four assists while logging 32 minutes in the contest.
Analysis: Scola has been consistently good all season for Houston. He has taken full advantage of the extra minutes and touches inside with Yao Ming out for the season and is averaging career highs in points, blocks, rebounds and minutes. Fantasy owners should consider the big man out of Argentina a No. 1 Fantasy forward in all formats moving forward.
News: Houston forward Luis Scola scored 22 points and grabbed five rebounds in 31 minutes of action on Wednesday against Miami. He shot 50 percent from the field and nailed both his foul shots. Scola added one assist for the Rockets, but they would lose to the Heat 125-119.
Analysis: Scola has been a constant for the Rockets this year. With Yao Ming out, Scola has been a source of points and rebounds in Houston. He's also been a nice mid-round pick in Fantasy drafts. Over his last five games, Scola is averaging 19.0 points, 5.8 boards and 3.2 assists. He's also shooting just under 50 percent from the field. Owners should keep him active in the majority of formats as he's been playing at a high level this season. With Yao out the rest of the season, Scola will be leaned on heavily in Houston.
News: Houston forward Luis Scola scored 22 points and matched a season-low three rebounds in the Rockets' 97-92 victory over the Clippers on Wednesday. It was the second game in a row Scola has finished with 20 points after connecting on 10 of 21 shots against Los Angeles. The fourth-year forward contributed two assists, two blocks and two steals for Houston, which won its fourth consecutive game.
Analysis: Scola helped in every facet of Wednesday's game but was still hampered by turnovers. He lost the ball four times against Los Angeles and now has 14 turnovers in his last four games. His averages remain solid at 20.2 points and 8.9 rebounds per game but if he can hang onto the ball more, his scoring level could increase even more. Consider Scola a No. 4 Fantasy forward with upside as the Rockets attempt to find more scoring options with center Yao Ming out for the remainder of the season.
News: Houston forward Luis Scola committed a season-high six turnovers in Friday's 103-87 win over Memphis. He shot 50 percent from the field and hit his lone foul shot, finishing with 23 points. Scola would grab nine rebounds, block a shot and add two assists in his 36 minutes of action.
Analysis: Houston learned that they would be without center Yao Ming for the remainder of the season. "We have to keep going," Scola said. "Yao is not here and some way we have got to move on. This is our job and we have to try to win games." No Yao means Scola should continue to post solid numbers for the Rockets. He's averaging 17.6 points, 8.8 boards and 2.0 assists over his last five games. Fantasy owners should keep him active as a high-end forward, especially seeing how Ming is done for the year.
News: Rockets forward Luis Scola recorded another solid performance in Saturday's 110-95 win over the Cavaliers. Scola posted another double-double in the contest, with 14 points and 14 rebounds. He shot 6 of 13 from the field in the contest and also chipped in with a steal and an assist in 28 minutes.
Analysis: Scola has been very productive this season and has been a solid contributor in terms of scoring and rebounds. He is averaging 20.2 points and 8.6 boards over his last five contest and has definitely benefited from the injury to Yao Ming. Fantasy owners should continue to view him as a low-end No. 1 Fantasy forward heading into Week 8 (Dec.13-19).
News: Rockets forward Luis Scola turned in another monster performance in Tuesday's 97-83 win over the Pistons. Scola scored 35 points in the victory on 16 of 25 shooting from the floor. He went 3 of 4 from the charity stripe and scored the final four points of a 8-2 run that helped Houston put the game out of reach. He grabbed 12 rebounds in the contest and also chipped in with a block and an assist in 41 minutes.
Analysis: Scola continues to have a monster season and has definitely benefited from the injury to Yao Ming. He is averaging 21.2 points and 7.4 rebounds over his last five contests and has been Houston's most productive scorer this season. Fantasy owners should continue to roll with him in all formats at this point.
News: After scoring fewer than 20 points in each of his last five games, Rockets F Luis Scola got back on track Saturday night against the Bulls. He scored 27 points and hauled in eight rebounds in the 119-116 overtime loss. He went 9 for 18 from the field and made 9 of 12 free throws while playing 39 minutes. Scola also chipped in with three assists and a blocked shot in the defeat.
Analysis: Scola continues to have a monster season and has definitely benefited from the injury to Yao Ming. He is averaging a career-high 20.3 points per contest with 8.7 rebounds and 2.2 assists. While he did hit a bit of a rough patch over the last week or so, the 30-year-old has shown the resiliency to bounce back and should be fine heading into the upcoming scoring period. With Detroit, Milwaukee and Cleveland on the schedule in Week 7 (Dec. 6-12), continue to view Scola as a solid option in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Houston PF Luis Scola has seen his scoring drop just a little bit of late after the Rockets beat the Lakers on Wednesday. Scola scored 14 points in the game and is averaging just 15.4 per game over his last five, despite being over 20 PPG on the year. He's getting to the free throw line less frequently of late.
Analysis: The last time Scola scored over 20 points, he went to the line 15 times. He hasn't gone more than eight times in his last four games and has topped out at 15 points in those contests. He needs to show a little more aggression and his numbers will be right back to where they were. Scola remains a solid Fantasy play in all leagues.
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola had another excellent game on Wednesday as Houston defeated Golden State. Scola, averaging over 22 points per game on the year, dropped 24 points on the Warriors. He shot 8 of 15 from the field and grabbed 12 boards for the double-double.
Analysis: Scola is averaging 22.4 points, 7.8 rebounds and a block per game over his last five contests. We keep thinking he has to stop scoring this well some time. He keeps scoring and scoring and scoring. Scola should be active in just about all Fantasy leagues.
News: Rockets forward Luis Scola hot start to the season continued in Tuesday's 95-92 loss to the Bulls. Scola dropped in 27 points in the defeat on 11 of 17 shooting from the field. He played 38 minutes and was able to chip in with five rebounds three assists, two blocks, and a pair of steals in the victory.
Analysis: Scola has gotten off to a red-hot start so far this season. He has put up 20-plus points in seven of his 10 games and has logged four double-doubles this season. While his rebounding numbers have tailed off a bit of late, Scola has still been filling up the stat sheets and remains an elite forward in all formats moving forward.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola had a solid stat line before fouling out of Wednesday's game at Washington. He finished the game with 24 points, six rebounds and shot 10 for 20 from the field. It was his fifth game with at least 20 points in seven games to begin the year.
Analysis: Scola played most of the game following an injury to Yao Ming, but the return of Yao has done absolutely nothing to cut into his Fantasy value so far this year. In fact, he's playing even better than he did in last year's breakout season. Yao or no Yao, Scola remains an elite forward option for all formats.
News: Houston PF Luis Scola had a rough shooting night Wednesday in a loss to New Orleans. Scola shot just 4 of 15 from the field to score a season-low nine points as he entered the game averaging 27.3 points per game after his first three contests. While his shot wasn't working over 36 minutes on the court, Scola still was all over the glass with 16 rebounds. He added five assists and a block in the game.
Analysis: Scola is still averaging 22.8 points per game and that comes with 14.5 rebounds and a block. He's been shooting well prior to Wednesday and should bounce right back. He remains a must-start Fantasy option.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola continued his hot start to the season in Saturday's 107-94 loss to the Nuggets. Scola scored a team-high 28 points on 12 of 16 shooting and grabbed 10 boards. He logged 37 minutes and also chipped in with two dimes and a pair of blocks in the defeat.
Analysis: Scola has been red-hot out of the gate and has turned out to be the steal of the Fantasy season over the first week. While many thought Scola would be a productive Fantasy option, you will most likely be hard pressed to find many who had imagined him averaging 27 points and 14 rebounds over his first three games. He almost certainly won't be able to keep this pace up all season long, but Scola has proved he can still be productive despite losing some minutes to Yoa Ming. Keep in active in all formats.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola put together a stellar stat line in Wednesday's 132-128 loss to the Warriors in Golden State. He scored 36 points to go with 16 rebounds for a second straight night to begin the year. Scola went 14 for 24 from the field and 8 for 12 from the foul line. Scola contributed 18 points and 16 rebounds in Tuesday's opener at the Lakers.
Analysis: Scola has gotten off to a great start this season, but Wednesday's numbers were a tad inflated. A track meet broke out between the two teams with 260 points being scored in regulation and Scola played an increased role with Yao Ming sitting out the second of a back-to-back set. It doesn't appear Yao will have much of an impact at all on Scola's numbers with Yao dealing with major restrictions on playing time. Scola should be looked upon to at the very least repeat the numbers from a year ago.
News: Houston PF Luis Scola started slow on Tuesday in the season opener against the Lakers. He finished strong in the 112-110 loss. Scola, over 33 minutes, shot 7 of 18 from the field and 4 for 4 from the line to score 18 points. He had a very solid double-double with 16 rebounds and he added four assists and a steal.
Analysis: Scola got most of his points within the flow of the game and he led the Rockets in rebounds by a wide margin. While center Yao Ming struggled over his 23 minutes on the court, Scola flourished when the center job became his. In fact, the Rockets were plus-7 with Scola on the court and minus-6 with Yao. Clearly, Scola took over when Ming left the game. That should be a trend this season so consider Scola a must-start Fantasy option.
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola, who averaged a career-high 16.2 points and led the team with 8.6 rebounds last year, knows his numbers will drop this year with the return of C Yao Ming from a foot injury, but he doesn't care. "My role could change, but I believe you can reach the same level of effectiveness, even though your numbers could be worse," he said. "Yao will make me better, because he's just good. Good players make everybody else better. My numbers will get worse, which I'm fine with."
Analysis: Scola led the world championships in scoring this summer, averaging 27.1 points per game, so he has the ability to put up even better numbers than he did last year. But the Rockets have so many other options that he has little choice but to take a step back this year. He's still a nightly threat for a double-double, but because he doesn't offer much in many other categories, he's more like a No. 3 Fantasy forward than a No. 2.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola started alongside Yao Ming in Houston's front court for the first time in well over a year during their team's preseason debut against the Magic. Scola played 20 minutes and showed signs of rust by shooting 2 for 10 from the field. He finished with just four points and six rebounds.
Analysis: Scola had a breakout season last year with Yao Ming out due to a foot injury, but we anticipate his numbers remaining in the same ball park this season with Yao not expected to play more than 24 minutes per game. Scola remains a solid pick in the middle rounds as a low-end No. 2 forward or solid No. 3 in most formats.
News: A person with knowledge of the deal says the Houston Rockets have agreed to terms with restricted free agent Luis Scola. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal was not official and the team had not announced it. Scola's agent, George Bass, did not immediately return a phone message. The Houston Chronicle and KRIV-TV reported that Scola agreed to a five-year deal worth $47 million.
Analysis: Re-signing the 6-foot-9 Scola was Houston's top priority after the team matched Cleveland's offer sheet to retain point guard Kyle Lowry on Wednesday. Scola started all 82 games for the Rockets last season and averaged 16.2 points and 8.6 rebounds per game. A lot of that was as a result of Yao Ming's absence due to injury. This year, with Ming back in the rotation there is a strong possibility that Scola's numbers could dip some, but we still expect him to be a strong contributor as a No. 3 or 4 forward option.
News: The Sports Xchange reports that Rockets forward Luis Scola is a restricted free agent, and Rockets GM Daryl Morey said he would match any offer they receive. Scola would be just fine with that and hoped that he could reach a contract agreement with the Rockets quickly.
Analysis: Scola had a solid year in 2009-10. He averaged 16.2 points and 8.6 rebounds for the season, but he improved after the Feb. 18 trade of Carl Landry. Though Scola had been starting, Landry had finished games at power forward prior to the trade. After Landry was dealt to Sacramento, Scola averaged close to 19 points and nine rebounds, showing the same all-out energy in the extended minutes as he had been when sharing the position. We like Scola entering 2010-11, and he's worth a mid-round pick in all leagues. He will lose some value with the return of Yao Ming, but Scola should still post solid stats next season.
News: Houston forward Luis Scola had 30 points, eight rebounds, four assists, one steal and one block Sunday at Phoenix. Scola is averaging 19.6 points and 6.2 rebounds in his past five games.
Analysis: Scola has played well all season and should remain active in all leagues. The Rockets play two games in the final week of the year at Sacramento on Monday and against New Orleans on Wednesday, and Scola should finish the year strong.
News: F Luis Scola had 27 points and 11 rebounds, making back-to-back baskets in the last 81 seconds, and the Houston Rockets scored the last 10 points of overtime Friday night to beat Boston 119-114 and send the Celtics to their third consecutive home loss. Scola finished 11 of 22 from the field while adding four assists and a steal in 51 minutes. He has now produced three double-doubles in his last five games.
Analysis: Scola continues to play at a level that few people thought he was capable of playing at. He is averaging 20.8 points and 10 rebounds over his last five contests and continues to be a double-double threat. As long as he produces at this level, Scola is an elite, must-start Fantasy option.
News: Rockets forward Luis Scola had his two-game streak of double-doubles end Tuesday night against Washington when he finished with 16 points, eight rebounds, one assist and one steal. He still has three double-doubles in his past five games and is averaging 21.4 points, 9.6 rebounds and 2.8 assists over that span.
Analysis: Scola remains a must-start Fantasy option, and hopefully he can start a new double-double streak soon. Keep him active in all leagues.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola scored 16 points and collected 14 rebounds in a loss to the Clippers on Thursday. Scola shot 7 of 21 from the field while collecting two steals and three assists in 42 minutes. Scola now has 30 double-doubles on the season and three in his last five contests.
Analysis: Scola is averaging 16.8 points and 8.2 rebounds over his last five games. Fantasy owners can pencil him in for a double-double on a nightly basis, and he remains a must-start Fantasy option in all formats.
News: Houston PF Luis Scola scored 25 points in a loss at Oklahoma City on Wednesday night. He added six rebounds and shot 11 of 25 from the field.
Analysis: Scola doesn't normally need to shoot the ball 25 times to score 25 points but the more shots he does take, the better the chance he does score high. It is common sense, people. He's averaging 17.6 points and 6.8 boards per game over his last five. Scola is a solid Fantasy play in all leagues.
News: Houston F Luis Scola (stomach virus) led the Rockets with 22 points and 10 rebounds Monday against the Bulls. Scola shot 9 of 21 from the floro while adding four assists and a steal in 46 minutes. Scola has now produced three double-doubles in his last five games.
Analysis: It appears that Scola is fully recovered from the stomach virus that kept him limited in Sunday's contest against the Knicks. He is averaging 17.2 points and 7.8 rebounds over his last five contests and those numbers would likely be higher if it wasn't for Sunday's stomach bug. When healthy, Scola is a must-start Fantasy option.
News: Bothered by an upset stomach, Rockets F Luis Scola was limited to four points and one rebound in 22 1/2 minutes Sunday against the Knicks. He averaged 23.9 points and 13.0 rebounds in the previous eight games.
Analysis: The Rockets play again Monday night in Chicago, so the quick turnaround could have an impact on him again Monday. However, he should play through this and remains too valuable to sit in most leagues. The Rockets play four games in Fantasy Week 22 (March 22-28).
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola scored 20 points against the Grizzlies on Wednesday, his sixth straight game with 20 or more. In 42 minutes, he shot 9 of 21 from the field, adding seven rebounds, three assists and one steal.
Analysis: Scola has playing out of his mind recently. Over his last five games, he's averaging 26 points, 11 rebounds and 2.4 assists. He's making the most of his increase in minutes during March, and should be in all starting Fantasy lineups with production like this.
News: Fresh off a 44-point performance on Sunday, Rockets F Luis Scola finished 23 points and 11 rebounds against the Nuggets on Monday. "The last couple of games, I think we played great," Scola said. "Today, we fought." Scola shot 11 of 18 from the field while adding a steal in 40 minutes. He now has six consecutive double-doubles.
Analysis: Scola continues to play elite-level basketball, averaging 27 points and 13.8 rebounds in his last five contests. If he is able to keep this pace, he is a must-start Fantasy option in any format.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola had a career performance in Saturday's game against the Nets. He shot 20 of 25 from the field and scored 44 points to go with 12 rebounds. He also added three assists, two steals and a bock. It was his fifth straight double-double.
Analysis: During that span, Scola is averaging an amazing 26.2 points and 15.2 rebounds with three assists per game. He is playing 40-plus minutes per game and seems to have benefited greatly from the departure of Carl Landry. It's probably a good idea to have him active -- just saying.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola collected his third consecutive double-double Sunday against the Pistons. Scola scored 20 points on 8 of 15 shooting while grabbing 15 rebounds in 48 minutes. He has now scored 20 or more points in back-to-back games.
Analysis: Scola is playing great double-double basketball, scoring 17 points and grabbing 13 boards over his last five contests. The Rockets only play twice during Fantasy Week 20 (March 8-14), but Scola has been playing well enough to get the nod in your lineup if you don't have any solid backups who play more games.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola had 25 points and a career-high 21 rebounds in Saturday's game in Minnesota. He has totaled 39 rebounds in his last two games.
Analysis: Scola had 19 points and 18 boards against Sacramento in the team's previous game. He is averaging 19 points, 12.6 rebounds and 3.2 assists in his last five games and is performing at an absurd level right now. It's a pretty good thing if you have him on your team right now. It's not so good if you are playing against him.
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola had a whale of a game against the Kings on Wednesday, scoring 19 points and tying a career-high with 18 rebounds. He shot 8 of 16 from the field in 40 minutes, and dished five assists.
Analysis: Scola is a steady player -- even with his dreadful zero point, three-rebound outing on Feb. 24, he's still averaging 14.0 points, 9.0 rebounds and 2.8 assists over his last five games, right around his season averages. He continues to play like a low-end No. 3 Fantasy forward.
News: Houston PF Luis Scola had a career-high night in a win over the Spurs on Friday. Scola scored a career-high 30 points on 8 of 17 from the field. He went 14 for 14 from the free-throw line. Scola added 13 rebounds for a double-double, his third in his last five games.
Analysis: Scola played 42 minutes on Friday after seeing just 16 against Orlando two days earlier. He was horrendous against the Magic, going 0 for 5 and not scoring a single point. He had two straight double-doubles before that, however, and that poor game apparently was just an oddity. Over his last five overall, he's averaging 15.4 points and 9.4 rebounds and that keeps him viable in most 12-team and deeper Fantasy leagues. Houston plays a favorable four-game schedule Week 19 (March 1-7).
News: Houston F Luis Scola scored 12 points and added 11 rebounds in a loss to the Hornets on Sunday. Scola shot 6 of 11 from the floor in 23 minutes. He now has back-to-back double-doubles.
Analysis: Scola is averaging 14.6 points and 8.8 rebounds over his last five contests. The Rockets play three games during Fantasy Week 18 (Feb. 22-28), and since Scola is playing double-double basketball as of late, he can be a viable No. 3 Fantasy forward.
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola scored 15 points and grabbed 11 rebounds against the Pacers on Saturday, his first double-double in nine games. In 37 minutes, he shot 11 of 17 from the field, doling out four assists.
Analysis: Scola's numbers are down in February compared to each of the previous three months thanks to about four minutes less a game. He's averaging 13.0 points, 6.9 rebounds and 2.3 assists in seven games this month, although he has scored in double figures six times. He's playing like a low-end No. 3 Fantasy forward.
News: According to the Houston Chronice, Rockets GM Daryl Morey announced that they will sign F Luis Scola and Kyle Lowry for next season. Both players are restricted free agents after the season.
Analysis: Scola has enjoyed his best season to date, averaging 14.6 points per game to go along with 8.4 rebounds. Now that he has been assured he will be back next year, Scola can continue putting up the solid stats that make him a No. 3 Fantasy forward.
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola scored 14 points in Tuesday's loss to the Jazz. In 29 minutes he shot 5 of 7 from the field, adding six rebounds, three assists and two steals.
Analysis: Scola's minutes and shooting percentage are down in February, and as a result so are his numbers. He's averaging 11.2 points, 5.6 rebounds and 2.0 assists in five games this month. Once he snaps out of his funk he will return to being a No. 3 Fantasy forward.
News: In an interview with CBSSports.com, Rockets coach Rick Adelman said he's been pleased with the play of forward Luis Scola. With Yao Ming (foot) out, Scola has had to take on more of a scoring load as the main post player for the Rockets. He is averaging 14.7 points and a team-leading 8.4 rebounds heading into the All-Star break. "Luis just plays so hard," Adelman said. "He knows his game. The hardest thing is not having Yao. He was really good with Yao and playing off Yao. Now suddenly Yao is not there, and he's not getting things with Yao not on the floor."
Analysis: Scola should continue to play well following the All-Star break. He is a solid Fantasy option in all leagues, and hopefully his production will continue even though he'll be without Yao for the rest of the season.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola has scored in double figures in 17 straight games and kept that streak alive with 10 points against Golden State on Tuesday.
Analysis: Over his last five games Scola has averaged 14.2 points and 7.6 rebounds. He has been a pleasant surprise this season and is capable of a double-double every night. He is a solid Fantasy option.
News: Houston PF Luis Scola came off the bench on Wednesday against Denver to score 20 points and grab 11 rebounds. He shot 7 for 16 from the field and added two steals and a block.
Analysis: Scola is averaging 18 points and 10 boards per game over his last five. He has continued to play well for much of the season and coming off the bench or not remains a solid option in most Fantasy leagues.
News: Houston PF Luis Scola scored 20 points and added seven rebounds on Saturday in a loss to Chicago. Scola shot 7 of 16 from the field.
Analysis: Scola is averaging 18 points and eight boards per game over his last five. Scola is not an elite Fantasy forward but one that offers consistent production and usefulness in any Fantasy league. Houston has a favorable schedule coming up in Week 14 (Jan. 25-31) so feel free to start Scola across the board.
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola had a rather large double-double on Monday as Houston defeated the Bucks. Scola scored 27 points on 10 of 18 shooting from the field as he added 15 rebounds. He also dished out three assists and stole a pass.
Analysis: Scola is bringing Fantasy owners 19.4 points per game over his last five contests. That is an almost five-point increase in his season average. He's also grabbing 9.2 rebounds over this five-game span but does average 8.6 for the year. Scola is not an elite Fantasy forward but one that offers consistent production and usefulness in any Fantasy league.
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola had 18 points, 14 rebounds and four assists Tuesday at Charlotte, giving him his first double-double in five January games. He had averaged 16.0 points and 4.8 points over the other four games.
Analysis: Scola had 15 double-doubles during the 2009 portion of this season, so you can bet he'll have a few more in January alone. His scoring can be a little inconsistent, but with an average of about 15 points and nine rebounds per game, he's a must-start in Fantasy.
News: Houston PF Luis Scola hit 10 shots on Saturday in a win over the Knicks. Scola scored a team-high 23 points over 26 minutes and grabbed seven rebounds.
Analysis: Scola continues to score around 15 points per game and added 8-10 boards. He gives you solid field-goal percentage but doesn't contribute many blocks or assists. He continues to be worth using in most Fantasy leagues as a No. 2 Fantasy forward. Houston plays an unfavorable three-games schedule Week 12 (Jan. 11-17).
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola had 10 points and 12 rebounds Thursday against the Mavericks, giving him back to back double-doubles. He had only one double-double in his previous eight games.
Analysis: Scola isn't particularly consistent with either his points or his rebounds, but he has enough big games to make up for the ordinary ones. He's averaging 14.5 and 9.0 for the season, making him worth using as a low-end No. 2 Fantasy forward.
News: Houston F Luis Scola had another above-average game on Saturday in a win over the Nets. Scola scored 17 points and added eight rebounds. He was 7 of 16 from the field, adding an assist and a turnover to his stat line.
Analysis: Scola is averaging 17 points and 7.6 rebounds over his past five games. While his scoring is slightly up during that span, his rebound totals are marginally down. Scola is a solid No. 2 Fantasy option and should be active in most Fantasy formats.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola had 16 points with 8 rebounds in Saturday's game against the Thunder. He is averaging 17.6 points and 9.8 rebounds oer his last five games.
Analysis: Scola continues tp put up excellent numbers as the team's primary front court presence this season due to the absence of Yao Ming. As long as he is healthy, he remains worthy of using as a No. 2 forward in any format.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola had 21 points and 15 rebounds in Sunday's game at Toronto. It was his second double-double in a row and third in his last five games.
Analysis: Scola continues tp put up excellent numbers as the team's primary front court presence this season due to the absence of Yao Ming. As long as he is healthy, he remains worthy of using as a No. 2 forward in any format.
News: Houston PF Luis Scola played through a a cut on his eye on Wednesday against the Clippers. Scola went 4 of 11 from the field, grabbing seven rebounds and three assists.
Analysis: Scola fortunately missed only one game with the cut on his eye but many Fantasy owners decided to get Scola on the bench. Now that he is back and active, Scola can be activated as a No. 2 Fantasy forward. Over his last four games, Scola is averaging 15.8 points, 9.5 rebounds and 2.5 assists.
News: The Houston Chronicle via Twitter has reported that Rockets forward Luis Scola will now play Wednesday night at the Clippers. Scola was expected to miss the game with a cut on his eye. The report says "Luis Scola must have won the debate; will play tonight."
Analysis: Scola must have felt OK at the morning shootaround and with his new goggles, and he apparently is going to try and play against the Clippers. Hopefully he will be OK and the new eye wear won't limit his production. When healthy, we like Scola as a No. 2 Fantasy forward.
News: The Houston Chronicle reports Rockets forward Luis Scola, who will not play Wednesday night at the Clippers with an eye injury, is hopeful to return Thursday against Golden State. "We'll see how it goes," Scola said. "It's just a cut. The position of the cut is a little bit tricky. It's right next to the eye." Scola was required to sit out Tuesday's practice, but he shot to get used to the goggles he will wear for at least a week.
Analysis: We should have an idea prior to Thursday's game if Scola can return against the Warriors. Keep him out for Wednesday's game against the Clippers, and hopefully wearing goggles will not limit his production. When healthy, Scola is a No. 2 Fantasy option.
News: The Houston Rockets announced Monday afternoon that Luis Scola went for tests on the eye he injured Sunday against Oklahoma City. The tests revealed no structural damage, but he will miss Wednesday's game at the Clippers and will be day to day after that.
Analysis: Rockets coach Rick Adelman said doctors have to be sure the cut in his eye won't re-open again before playing him. With the Rockets playing just three games in Fantasy Week 6 (Nov. 30-Dec. 6), this development makes Scola too risky to play in weekly formats.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola (eye) is likely to miss Wednesday's game against the Clippers, according to the Rockets' official site. Scola went for tests Monday and is listed as day to day by the team. "They have to be sure (the cut) won't split open again, so that's why they don't think he'll play on Wednesday," said coach Rick Adelman.
Analysis: This development makes Scola too risky for Fantasy Week 6 (Nov. 30-Dec. 6), especially with the Rockets playing just three games. He has emerged as a must-start in Fantasy this season while healthy.
News: The Houston Chronicle reports that Luis Scola does not plan to miss any games after being hit in the right eye Sunday against Washington. Scola went for tests Monday and is listed as day to day by the team. He is questionable for Wednesday's game in Los Angeles against the Clippers.
Analysis: Fantasy owners still have to view Scola as an injury risk for Fantasy Week 6 (Nov. 30-Dec. 6), especially with the Rockets playing just three games. However, it does sound like he will try to give it a go and the fact the team does not play until Wednesday should give him time to recover. Start him at your own peril, but he's worth the gamble.
News: Houston PF Luis Scola left the Rockets' game at Oklahoma City after being poked in the right eye on Sunday. Scola appeared to be bleeding after Oklahoma City's Etan Thomas poked him in the eye with his left hand while dunking with his right hand on the Thunder's opening possession of the game Sunday night. A trainer came out to assist Scola, and the Argentine player walked to the locker room with a towel covering his face just 22 seconds into the game. Scola had seven stitches on his eyelid but a team spokesman says his vision was not affected. Scola did not return.
Analysis: Scola had started all 16 games and was averaging 15.3 points for the Rockets, who are already without All-Stars Tracy McGrady and Yao Ming. He is a solid play in most formats but is a bit of an injury risk for Fantasy Week 6 (Nov. 30-Dec. 6).
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola, who entered the game averaging 12.7 points and 7.7 rebounds in three games since his last double-double, had 20 points, 16 rebounds and three assists Wednesday at Minnesota, shooting 10 for 21 from the field.
Analysis: Scola has put up some big rebounding totals, averaging nearly 10 a game, but his scoring has been inconsistent. Still, he's doing enough damage to pass as a No. 2 or 3 forward in Fantasy.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola had 22 points, 15 rebounds and 3 steals in Wednesday's game against Memphis. It was his fourth double-double in his last five games.
Analysis: Scola is averaging 16.6 points and 11.4 rebounds over his last five games. He was a breakout candidate coming into the season due to the absence of Yao Ming and so far he has not disappointed. Continue to start him in all leagues.
News: Houston PF Luis Scola recorded his third straight double-double on Friday night in a win over the Thunder. Scola dropped 19 points and ripped down 10 rebounds. He shot 8 of 13 from the field and had three assists.
Analysis: Scola is averaging 13.5 points and 9.8 rebounds on the season but has at least 10 boards in four of his last five games since beginning the season with four boards at Portland. Scola should continue to have high-end Fantasy value with Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady out. He's worth using in almost all Fantasy leagues.
News: Houston PF Luis Scola ripped down 15 rebounds on Monday night in a win over the Utah Jazz. Scola helped the Rockets improve to 3-1 on the season with 14 points on 5 of 10 shooting. He added two blocks.
Analysis: Scola's opener was a complete bust with three points and four boards in 22 minutes. He also played just 19 minutes against Portland in his last game. In his two games with at least 30 minutes played, however, he has a double-double in each. Scola should continue to have high-end Fantasy value with Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady out. He's worth using in almost all Fantasy leagues.
News: After scoring just three points in Tuesday's opener, Rockets F Luis Scola scored 21 points while adding 11 rebounds in Wednesday's game against Golden State. He shot 10 of 16 from the field and also added two assists, one steal and one three pointer.
Analysis: This is more along the lines of what we expected from Scola, who is the main player we expect to benefit from the absence of Yao Ming this season. He was up against one of the weakest defensive teams in the NBA, however, so keep in mind that while he may not always be this productive, he should be somewhere in between what he did in the opener and what he did Wednesday. We view him as a solid No. 3 forward in standard formats with the upside to become a reliable No. 2 option. If he puts up numbers like this consistently, we'd have to rethink categorizing him as a No. 1 even.
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola, expected to pick up the slack for Yao Ming, who's out for the season with a foot injury, scored only three points in the season opener Tuesday at Portland. He played 22 minutes, shooting 1 for 6 from the floor. He also had four rebounds, an assist, a steal and a block.
Analysis: Scola missed some time at the end of the preseason with a sprained ankle, so perhaps he was just rusty. He averaged 12.7 points and 8.8 rebounds last season, so you shouldn't let this performance discourage you. He'll emerge as a nightly double-threat and perhaps even score 15-16 points with Yao out. Keep him active as a No. 3 Fantasy forward.
News: The Houston Chronicle reports that Luis Scola (ankle) is expected to play Tuesday for the team's regular season opener at Portland. Scola returned to practice Sunday and did not experience any difficulty in his most extensive test of his sprained ankle.
Analysis: Scola sprained the ankle Oct. 12 and played Oct. 16 in Indianapolis. He struggled, but said he felt stronger Sunday than that night. "It went good," Scola said. "I was practicing the whole practice. It felt good. We're going to see how it reacts this evening and tomorrow morning. But it's going better. I feel pretty optimistic (about playing Tuesday), but I still have to see how it reacts to practice." The Argentine is expected to play a significant role this season with Yao Ming out for the season and he is a strong play in all leagues for the upcoming scoring period.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola did not practice Sunday due to a mild high ankle-sprain. He was held out of Monday's preseason game against Oklahoma City. "He's just day-to-day," athletic trainer Keith Jones said. "It's a very mild high ankle sprain, not bad at all. We said he'd rest a couple days and see how he felt in the middle of the week. After the half (on Friday), he was a little stiff. We took him out because he was limping. We said, ‘These games don't count.' We'll let it settle down and see how it feels."
Analysis: It sure sounds like the Rockets aren't worried about Scola missing the team's regular season opener against Portland. The Argentine is expected to play a significant role this season with Yao Ming out for the season.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola (ankle) returned to action in Friday's preseason game against Indiana. He scored nine points with 10 boards, one assist and a steal in 21 minutes.
Analysis: Scola looks to be over the minor ankle injury and Fantasy owners should no longer be concerned with it. He is in line for a boost in numbers this season with Yao Ming out for the year and is a sleeper in the middle rounds of Fantasy drafts.
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola, who left Monday's loss to Milwaukee with a sprained right ankle, dressed but did not play Thursday at Toronto. He's day to day.
Analysis: This injury isn't serious and won't affect Scola's availability for the regular season. He broke out as a viable Fantasy option last year with 12.7 points and 8.8 rebounds per game, and with Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady expected out for a large portion of this season, Scola has an opportunity to become even more of a scorer. Draft him as a No. 3 Fantasy forward with the upside for more.
News: In a preseason game Monday against the Bucks, Rockies PF Luis Scola had eight points and 11 rebounds in just 13 minutes of action. He sprained his right ankle late in the second quarter and didn't play in the second half. Scola said the injury was minor and he could've returned.
Analysis: Scola might sit out a game just because that's what happens during the preseason, but he's fine. He has a chance to step up offensively this season with both Tracy McGrady and Yao Ming sidelined by injuries. He already made strides last year, averaging 12.7 points and 8.8 rebounds per game. Draft him as a No. 3 Fantasy forward this year since he has room for improvement.
News: Houston forward Luis Scola had 12 points, nine rebounds and one assist Tuesday against Orlando. Scola has now gone five games without recording a double-double.
Analysis: Scola is still averaging 12.2 points and 7.8 rebounds in his past five games. Keep him active in all leagues as a No. 2 Fantasy forward.
News: Rockets forward Luis Scola had 10 points, 12 rebounds and three assists Tuesday at Utah. Scola had his third double-double in his past five games and is averaging 13.0 points and 11.2 rebounds over that span.
Analysis: Scola has played well this season and should remain active in all leagues as a No. 2 Fantasy forward. Hopefully he will continue to play well as the season goes on.
News:Luis Scola had 19 points and 17 rebounds in Sunday's game against San Antonio, scoring five in the final 30 seconds. "You got to give Luis credit for being open and cutting to the open area," Rockets coach Rick Adelman said. Scola is averaging 13.0 points and 10.2 rebounds over his last five games.
Analysis: The good news is that Scola is entering the upcoming critical scoring period on a high note. The bad news -- for Fantasy owners in cumulative-scoring leagues -- is that the Rockets are slated for only two games. Scola produces like a No. 2 or 3 forward, but has to be reserved in most standard leagues in the upcoming scoring period due to the two-game slate. In average-based play, it's still status quo.
News: Houston PF Luis Scola notched his first double-double in a few games on Monday in a win at New Orleans. Scola dropped 14 points and grabbed 12 rebounds to go with it in 34 minutes. He was 6-of-15 from the field and he added two steals.
Analysis: Scola is always a threat for a double-double and he's averaging 12 points and 10 boards per game over his last five. He has worked his way up to being a player worth using in the majority of Fantasy leagues, so keep him active for the time being.
News: Houston F Luis Scola scored 18 points and added 14 rebounds in a 93-83 win over the Grizzlies on Sunday. It was his fifth double-double in his last five games as he is averaging 16.2 points per game with 11.4 rebounds.
Analysis: Scola is playing above average even for him of late as he continues to blossom with the Rockets. He has worked his way up to being a player worth using in the majority of Fantasy leagues, so keep him active for the upcoming scoring period.
News: Houston forward Luis Scola had 20 points, 16 rebounds and two assists Tuesday against Toronto. It was Scola's eighth double-double in his past nine games.
Analysis: Scola continues to thrive this season and has turned into a stud the last three weeks. Keep Scola active as a No. 1 option as long as he plays at this level.
News: Rockets forward Luis Scola is getting hot. Scola had 15 points and 11 rebounds -- his fifth straight double-double -- on Tuesday against Portland. Scola is averaging 14.2 points and 11.6 rebounds over that span.
Analysis: Scola will likely see a boost in production with Tracy McGrady (knee) out. Continue to start Scola in all leagues as a No. 2 Fantasy forward and hope this production remains at this level.
News: Houston has a four-game winning streak after beating Charlotte on Sunday and Luis Scola has recorded a double-double in four consecutive games. The Houston power forward is playing more since Carl Landry is hurt and Ron Artest has entered the starting lineup for Tracy McGrady and he's producing. Scola scored 12 points and grabbed 10 rebounds on Sunday and added three steals.
Analysis: Scola is averaging 15 points, 10 boards, three dimes and 1.4 steals per contest over his last five and that kind of production makes him a high-end player for 12-team and deeper leagues. He should definitely be getting looks in all leagues as he's averaging a double-double of late.
News: Houston PF Luis Scola picked up a double-double on Wednesday night in win over the Kings. Scola played 31 minutes and was 6-for-11 with 19 points and 11 rebounds.
Analysis: Scola is averaging 14 points, nine boards and almost a steal per game over his last five. Scola isn't going to be a monster Fantasy contributor but he's very useful 12-team and deeper leagues.
News:The Sports Xchange notes that Rockets F Luis Scola, in another game in which he brought the consistent energy that his teammates did not, made 7-of-8 shots and all six of his free throws to score 20 points in 29 minutes on Monday night at Milwaukee.
Analysis: Scola has not been playing very consistently of late. He's had two performances with double-digit rebounds over his last five games but three other less-than-stellar board nights. He's averaging 12 points per game over that span, which is his season average. Scola isn't going to be a monster Fantasy contributor but he's very useful in deeper leagues.
News: Houston PF Luis Scola grabbed 10 rebounds in a win over Minnesota on Saturday night. Scola played 18 minutes out of the starting lineup and was just 3-for-10 from the field for eight points.
Analysis: Scola is not scoring as well as he had earlier in the season as Ron Artest has taken that load off his shoulders. He's still rebounding well at 10 per game over his last five and that keeps him as someone useful in deeper leagues. He could get the occasional start in 10-team leagues when the matchups are in his favor, too.
News:Luis Scola scored 13 points and matched a career high with 18 rebounds, and the Houston Rockets beat the Chicago Bulls 107-100 on Tuesday night. Scola added a block and a steal.
Analysis: Scola is getting minutes of late and he's producing at a double-double rate over his last five. He's putting up 15 points, 11 boards and 1.2 steals and should be starting in all standard leagues.
News:The Sports Xchange notes that Luis Scola started for the second time at center this season Monday in New York and scored 16 points with a game-high 14 rebounds. He scored the Rockets final two baskets of the game, their only field goals in the final five minutes.
Analysis: In Fantasy leagues that allow for multiple eligibility, Scola is now just three games away from picking up center eligibility. However, Yao Ming could be back soon and that would end that run short of gaining the position. As it stands, he makes a very solid No. 3 or 4 forward options, though, he's more of a matchup-start in most standard leagues.
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola was the only Houston player to contribute a double-double during Monday's game against the Knicks. He had 16 points and 14 rebounds in 28 minutes. Scola, who also had an assist, was 6-of-11 from the field. He has scored in double-figures for five straight games and is averaging 19.4 points in that span.
Analysis: Scola came into Monday's game averaging just 11.9 points on the season, so his output is definitely up as of late. He has been able to contribute a bit more in recent games as Yao Ming has been on the bench with a sore knee. Scola has never been very reliable with his stat lines, but he continues to improve in his second NBA season. Scola passes as a viable No. 4 or No. 5 Fantasy forward.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola led Houston with a career-high 25 points in Friday's game against the Pacers. Scola added seven rebounds and an assist to his total before fouling out of the game with 25 seconds left in a 107-102 loss.
Analysis: Wit both Ron Artest and Tracy McGrady out of the lineup, someone has to pick up their scoring pace. On Friday, it was Scola who put up a career-high. He is averaging 20 points over his last three games with eight rebounds per game over that same stretch. Keep starting Scola as a solid No. 3 forward option.
News: Rockets forward Luis Scola had 19 points and nine rebounds Wednesday against Utah and has now scored 35 points with 17 rebounds in his past two games against the Jazz and Denver. In his past five games, Scola is averaging 13.6 points and 6.8 rebounds.
Analysis: Scola should continue to produce close to a double-double in stats despite a couple of off nights recently. He remains a solid No. 3 Fantasy forward in all scoring formats.
News: Houston PF Luis Scola has now gone two straight in single digits as he amassed just nine points in a win over Miami on Saturday night. Scola added five boards and only took five shots, hitting three.
Analysis: Scola is getting about 24 minutes per game over his last five and is only averaging nine points and five boards and doing little else of Fantasy significance. He's averaging 11 points and eight boards on the year so he's definitely cold right now. Scola should still be starting in Week 13 as a No. 3 F because the Rockets play four times, however.
News: Rockets C Luis Scola went 6-of-7 from the field on Friday against the Thunder in a 98-96 win. Scola was on the court for only 23 minutes in the game despite the high shooting percentage.
Analysis: Scola is averaging nearly a double-double over his last five games, scoring 11.2 points a game and 9.8 rebounds. Scola continues to be a solid No. 3 forward option who will hopefully continue scoring at a high rate.
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola played 40 minutes on Saturday in a loss at Atlanta. Scola scored 16 points and added 11 rebounds for his third double-double in his last five games.
Analysis: Scola is averaging 12.2 points and 10.6 boards over his last five and is playing very well right now. Continue to start Scola as a No. 3 Fantasy forward. He is a candidate for double-doubles every game.
News: Houston PF Luis Scola stayed very consistent over 47 minutes in Saturday's double-overtime win over the Jazz. Scola scored 10 points and grabbed 14 rebounds to help Houston win 120-115. He added four assists.
Analysis: We call Scola consistent because he's scored at least 10 points but not more than 11 in four straight games. Plus, he's grabbed at least eight boards in three straight. Continue to start Scola as a No. 3 Fantasy forward. He is a candidate for double-doubles every game.
News: Rockets forward Luis Scola recorded his fifth double-double of the season Monday against Memphis. He had 16 points, 15 rebounds and three assists against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Continue to start Scola as a No. 3 Fantasy forward. He is a candidate for double-doubles every game.
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola scored 15 points and matched a career high with 18 rebounds Wednesday against the Pacers. He shot only 6-for-17 from the field, though. The double-double was his second in a row.
Analysis: Scola stepped up his performance with Tracy McGrady sidelined by injury. He remains the third wheel in a frontcourt headlined by Yao Ming and Ron Artest, but he gets enough points and rebounds to serve as a No. 4 Fantasy forward.
News: Houston starting PF Luis Scola played 18 minutes in Saturday's win over the Magic and scored nine points. Scola added one rebound.
Analysis: Scola has played just 18 minutes in two consecutive games and he had low scoring totals in each. That isn't good news for Fantasy owners, especially as Scola had emerged as a legitimate scoring threat on the Rockets. He is averaging about 11.5 points and 6.5 boards this season and remains a No. 4 Fantasy forward.
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola had a season-high 23 points, nine rebounds and two assists Sunday at Oklahoma City, just missing his second double-double in as many games. He shot 10-for-20 from the field.
Analysis: Scola has topped 15 points only twice this season, and he happened to top 20 points both times. Competing for points with Yao Ming, Ron Artest and Tracy McGrady, he likely won't become a reliable scorer this season, but he does enough rebounding to serve as a No. 4 Fantasy forward.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola was held to a season-low two points in Wednesday's game at Phoenix. He shot 1-for-6 from the field and has made just four of 15 shots in his last two games.
Analysis: Despite the snag, Scola remains a quality No. 4 forward in most formats. He had not scored under 10 points in five November games prior to this slow performance and is bringing down around seven to 10 rebounds per night.
News: Rockets second-year PF Luis Scola scored a season-high 21 points Tuesday against the Celtics. He also had nine rebounds and a steal. He entered the game averaging 9.7 points through the first three games.
Analysis: With Yao Ming, Tracy McGrady and Ron Artest in the starting lineup, Scola likely won't get many opportunities to score 20 points. He has low-end double-double potential, though, and deserves to start as a No. 4 Fantasy forward as a result.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola had a double-double in Wednesday's season opener against Memphis. He scored 12 points with a team-high 13 rebounds in 25 minutes of action. He shot 5-for-11 from the field and also added a steal.
Analysis: If the Rockets keep him in the starting lineup next to Yao Ming with Ron Artest at small forward with Shane Battier a defensive sub off the bench when he returns, Scola could find himself scoring around 10 points per night to go with healthy rebounding totals for the Rockets this season. Look to him as a No. 3 or 4 forward for now.
News: Two of the three teams the Rockets will face in Fantasy Week 1 (Oct. 27-Nov. 2) allowed over 106 points per game last season and both Memphis and Oklahoma City have done little to shore up their defense.
Analysis: That bodes well for the team's big scorers, Tracy McGrady and Yao Ming. Ron Artest should also get off to a quick start with his new team. It also means secondary options like Luis Scola and Rafer Alston could be in for strong starts. Shane Battier is dealing with an ankle injury that kept him out of the entire preseason and when he returns, it will likely come off the bench. He's not a recommended starter for Week 1 and likely won't be for a while. We don't recommend starting low-end options like Carl Landry, Aaron Brooks or Steve Francis despite the good matchups.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola finished third overall in scoring at the Beijing Olympics for Argentina, averaging 18.9 points per game. He also averaged 6.6 rebounds and 1.0 assists while playing 31.4 minutes per game.
Analysis: Scola played a big role when Manu Ginobili went down with an ankle injury in the first quarter of the semifinal loss to Team USA and in the bronze medal game against Lithuania. If the Rockets keep him in the starting lineup next to Yao Ming with Ron Artest at small forward and Shane Battier a defensive sub off the bench, Scola could find himself scoring around 10 points per night to go with healthy rebounding totals for the Rockets this season. Look to draft him as your fifth forward if possible. He'll be a Fantasy reserve with upside.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola scored 28 points with 11 rebounds, two steals and two blocks in Friday's Olympic semifinal for Argentina against Team USA. He shot 13-for-21 from the field and is averaging 19.3 points, 7.1 rebounds and 1.0 assists in seven games.
Analysis: The Argentines leaned heavily on Scola when Manu Ginobili went down with an ankle injury in the first quarter and Scola didn't disappoint. He managed to keep Argentina within striking distance for most of the game and proved he can score at a pretty solid clip against the NBA's best players. If the Rockets keep him in the starting lineup next to Yao Ming with Ron Artest at small forward and Shane Battier a defensive sub off the bench, Scola could find himself scoring around 10 points per night to go with healthy rebounding totals for the Rockets this season. Look to draft him as your fifth forward if possible. He'll be a Fantasy reserve with upside.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola had 20 points with seven rebounds, two steals and an assist in Saturday's win for Argentina over Iran at the Beijing Olympics.
Analysis: If the Rockets keep him in the starting lineup next to Yao Ming with Ron Artest at small forward and Shane Battier a defensive sub off the bench, Scola could find himself scoring around 10 points per night to go with healthy rebounding totals for the Rockets this season. Look to draft him as your fifth forward if possible. He'll be a Fantasy reserve with upside.
News:Luis Scola shot 6-for-8 from the field Thursday against Croatia at the Beijing Olympics. He added three rebounds and an assist.
Analysis: If the Rockets keep him in the starting lineup next to Yao Ming with Ron Artest at small forward and Shane Battier a defensive sub off the bench, Scola could find himself scoring around 10 points per night to go with healthy rebounding totals for the Rockets this season. Look to draft him as your fifth forward if possible. He'll be a Fantasy reserve with upside.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola had 17 points, seven rebounds and two assists in Tuesday's win over Australia at the Beijing Olympics. He'd scored 10 points with six rebounds in the opener against Lithuania.
Analysis: Scola appeared in all 82 games as a rookie for Houston, starting 39 of those games after beating out Chuck Hayes for the starting power forward job. As a starting power forward, he averaged 13.0 points and 7.6 rebounds. He shot 53.4 percent from the field in those games. He did a lot of his damage this season while Yao Ming was out with an injury. But the Argentine rookie proved he can be a workhorse in the paint for the Rockets and will likely fit in well alongside Yao in 2008-09. He'll be able to be around 10 points per game on most nights due to the double teams Yao faces and will also see a good amount of loose rebounds, making him a worthy pick in the middle rounds as a No. 3 or 4 Fantasy forward.
News: Rookie of the Year Kevin Durant and Al Horford headlined the NBA All-Rookie team announced Tuesday. Atlanta's Horford was the only unanimous choice with 58 votes, followed by Seattle's Durant with 57 in balloting by the league's head coaches. Houston's Luis Scola (53), Los Angeles Clippers forward Al Thornton (48) and Seattle's Jeff Green (43) also made the first team.
Analysis: Scola appeared in all 82 games as a rookie, starting 39 of those games after beating out Chuck Hayes for the starting power forward job. As a starting power forward, he averaged 13.0 points and 7.6 rebounds. He shot 53.4 percent from the field in those games. He did a lot of his damage this season while Yao Ming was out with an injury. But the Argentine rookie proved he can be a workhorse in the paint for the Rockets and will likely fit in well alongside Yao in 2008-09. He'll be able to be around 10 points per game on most nights due to the double teams Yao faces and will also see a good amount of loose rebounds, making him a worthy pick in the middle rounds as a No. 3 or 4 Fantasy forward.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola appeared in all 82 games as a rookie, starting 39 of those games after beating out Chuck Hayes for the starting power forward job. As a starting power forward, he averaged 13.0 points and 7.6 rebounds. He shot 53.4 percent from the field in those games.
Analysis: Scola did a lot of his damage this season while Yao Ming was out with an injury. But the Argentine rookie proved he can be a workhorse in the paint for the Rockets and will likely fit in well alongside Yao in 2008-09. He'll be able to be around 10 points per game on most nights due to the double teams Yao faces and will also see a good amount of loose rebounds, making him a worthy pick in the middle rounds as a No. 3 or 4 Fantasy forward.
News: Houston forward Luis Scola went for 22 points, 13 rebounds and two assists Monday at Utah. Scola is averaging 15.4 points and 9.6 rebounds in his past five games. For the season, Scola is averaging 10.2 points and 6.4 rebounds.
Analysis: Scola has emerged as a legitimate Fantasy option this year and should be considered a solid player heading into 2008-09.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola was held scoreless after spending much of the night in foul trouble Thursday at Portland. He was 0-for-2 from the field in 25 minutes.
Analysis: Scola was coming off back-to-back games coming into the scoreless outing. Fantasy owners shouldn't panic as a result of this one bad outing. He should bounce back right away.
News:Luis Scola scored a season-high 24 points for the Rockets during a loss Sunday against the Spurs. The Spurs traded Scola's rights to the Rockets in July and Houston bought out Scola's contract with his Spanish team, Tau Ceramica. Scola went 7 of 12 from the field Sunday while hitting 10 of 12 free throws. He also had seven rebounds. Scola has scored in double figures for eight of the last nine games.
Analysis: Scola was averaging 9.7 points and 6.1 rebounds before Sunday's game. His numbers have really improved ever since Yao Ming was lost for the season. He is averaging a season-high 13.4 points in March and has emerged as a reliable No. 3 Fantasy forward.
News: The Rockets went to a different lineup Friday at Golden State. They moved Tracy McGrady from shooting guard to small forward and moved Luis Scola from power forward to center. Dikembe Mutombo was moved to the bench.
Analysis: We aren't sure how long this move will last, but Fantasy owners who have Scola in keeper leagues would like for him to pick up center eligibility. This is just his second start at the position. With Yao Ming out for the season, Scola has become a very productive No. 3 or 4 Fantasy forward.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola had 13 points with 11 rebounds in Sunday's win over the Lakers. He shot 3-for-9 from the field in 39 minutes of action.
Analysis: Look for Luis Scola, who is the starting power forward, to get more touches down low with C Yao Ming sidelined for the season. Use him as a No. 3 Fantasy forward.
News: Rockets forward Luis Scola went for 12 points, five rebounds and one assist Monday against New Jersey.
Analysis: Scola has improved as the season has gone on and should continue to get better now that Yao Ming is out. Continue to start Scola as a No. 3 Fantasy option.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola for 5-for-10 from the field in Thursday's win at Dallas. He scored 12 points with 9 rebounds and also added 3 assists and 2 blocks. He also added 2 steals.
Analysis: Look for Luis Scola, who is the starting power forward, to get more touches down low with C Yao Ming sidelined for the season. Use him as a No. 3 Fantasy forward.
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola scored 18 points and pulled down a career-high 14 rebounds Sunday against the Nuggets. He now has five double-doubles this season.
Analysis: Look for Luis Scola, who is the starting power forward, to get more touches down low with C Yao Ming sidelined for the season. So far, he has averaged 15.7 points and seven rebounds in the three games without Yao. Use him as a No. 3 Fantasy forward.
News: According to the Houston Chronicle, Rockets center Yao Ming will be out the rest of the season and post-season with a stress fracture in his sore left foot. Yao was examined after Monday's practice and met Rockets team physician Dr. Tom Clanton to go over the test results. The Rockets plan to announce a diagnosis Tuesday afternoon. For the season, Yao is averaging 22.0 points and 10.8 rebounds.
Analysis: Look for Luis Scola, who is the starting power forward, to get more touches down low. Scola is averaging 8.8 points and 5.4 rebounds for the season. He is now worth using as a No. 3 Fantasy forward for the rest of the season and could gain center eligibility if he starts 10 games at the position.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola had 8 points with 9 rebounds in Friday's win at New Orleans. He did so despite playing just 25 minutes due to foul trouble.
Analysis: Scola has swiped the power forward job completely and has become quite a find off the waiver wire as a No. 3 or 4 Fantasy forward. He has had some competition for minutes from Carl Landry, but both have been able to produce adequately. Scola remains the better Fantasy option.
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola finished Thursday's game against the Heat with a double-double after he scored 11 points and grabbed 10 rebounds in 33 minutes. It was just his fourth double-double of his career, but he has scored in double figures for 10 of the last 12 games.
Analysis: Scola has been a big part of the Rockets' rotation since January and finally has his feet firmly implanted in the NBA. His rebounding totals are still a little sporadic, but Scola has emerged as a No. 4 or No. 5 Fantasy forward.
News: Rockets rookie PF Luis Scola scored 15 points and grabbed eight rebounds Tuesday at Cleveland. He had gone eight games without scoring as many as 15 points.
Analysis: Scola joined the starting lineup fairly recently and has put up more consistent numbers with the move. As a starter, he averages just over 10 points and five rebounds per game, making him a decent matchups type in Fantasy.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola started Friday's Rookie-Sophomore game in New Orleans during All-Star Weekend. He scored just 4 points with 3 rebounds.
Analysis: Scola has begun starting in Houston, taking over the role from Chuck Hayes. He's been playing well and can be a player that can chip in some low-end double digit scoring with about five rebounds per night. He only played 17 minutes in New Orleans and it isn't a big deal.
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola, who left after jamming his finger Saturday against the Hawks, returned to the starting lineup Monday against the Blazers. He had 11 points and seven rebounds in 32 minutes.
Analysis: Scola has begun starting and has fared well in the role, averaging 11.8 points and 5.6 rebounds. Treat him as a low-end Fantasy forward.
News: Late in the third quarter Saturday against the Hawks, Rockets PF Luis Scola appeared to jam a finger on his left hand when Hawks SG Josh Childress swatted the ball out of his hands. Scola went to the bench grimacing in pain and did not return. He finished with 14 points and nine rebounds.
Analysis: The Rockets had a huge lead going into the fourth quarter, so they might have just decided to preserve Scola for the next game. As often as jammed fingers happen in basketball, we don't suspect Scola will miss any time. Treat him as a low-end Fantasy forward.
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola made his fifth straight start Thursday against the Cavs, and finished with 10 points in 27 minutes. He also had seven rebounds and four assists. Scola has scored in double figures for six of his last seven games. He is averaging 11.4 points in that span.
Analysis: The Rockets have recently installed a new offensive scheme and it has benefited Scola. He is now in the starting lineup over the defensive-minded Chuck Hayes, but is producing on the scoreboard as well. He is still nothing more than a No. 4 Fantasy forward, but is gaining more and more Fantasy value.
News: The Houston Chronicle notes that the Rockets' new offensive scheme seems to be working to the point the team has upped its scoring over the last 10 games. The Rockets averaged 100.6 points over the last 10 games. They had been averaging 94.5 points prior to the surge.
Analysis: Luis Scola has been a beneficiary of the offensive surge. He's averaging 11.8 points and 5.2 rebounds over his last five contests. Now is a good time to use him as a No. 4 forward in Fantasy.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Rick Adelman made his first lineup change not forced by an injury. He moved Luis Scola in as a starter Tuesday against the Warriors, replacing Chuck Hayes in an effort to get some early offense from the power forward position against a team that uses its power forward to help on Yao Ming. Adelman said he had not decided whether Scola would start again. But either way, the change was indicative of how he has used his bench lately.
Analysis: Scola was also in the starting lineup Sunday against the Jazz as Yao Ming was out with a respiratory infection. Scola has scored in double figures for three straight games, but his performances continue to be erratic as a rookie. He has upside, but treat him as a low-end option at this time.
News: Rockets rookie PF Luis Scola made his first career start at center Sunday at Utah, replacing the injured Yao Ming. He had 18 points, six rebounds and three assists in 40 minutes.
Analysis: Scola contributes decent scoring and rebounding totals every night, but not enough to make him relevant in most Fantasy leagues. He has upside, but treat him as a low-end option unless Yao misses an extended period of time.
News: Rockets rookie PF Luis Scola had 11 points and 12 rebounds in 32 minutes off the bench Friday at Portland. The performance gave him three double-doubles for his career.
Analysis: Scola contributes decent scoring and rebounding totals every night, but not enough to make him relevant in most Fantasy leagues. He has upside, but treat him as a low-end option right now.
News: Spurs F Luis Scola had six points with six rebounds in Saturday's win over the Spurs, giving him three games with at least six rebounds in the past week. Scola shot just 2-for-11 from the field in Saturday's win.
Analysis: Scola continues to split time with starter Chuck Hayes, but is the more productive Fantasy player of the two. That isn't saying much, but if you can use a forward who gets you six boards and around six points per game, Scola is your guy.
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola had 10 points, six rebounds and three assists Tuesday against the 76ers. He has now scored in double figures in five of his last seven games.
Analysis: Scola has also averaged 14.3 points over his last four games. The rookie remains an erratic contributor off the bench for the Rockets, but he's scored 10 more often than not lately. Think of him as a low-end Fantasy forward.
News:Yao Ming scored 36 points, and the Houston Rockets got big final quarters from Rafer Alston and Luis Scola to beat the New York Knicks 101-92 Wednesday night for their season-high fourth straight victory. Scola finished with 19 points, nine in the final quarter. He also had three rebounds and two assists. He made 9 of 18 shots from the field in 28 minutes off the bench.
Analysis: Scola has scored in double figures in three of his last four games. He continues to show flashes of brilliance, but is struggling for consistency. He remains just a low-end Fantasy forward and long-term keeper at this juncture.
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola scored 10 points in 14 minutes off the bench Saturday against the Knicks. He also had 10 points in 17 minutes Friday.
Analysis: Scola has played inconsistent minutes this season, recently finding himself on the short end of the stick. Averaging only 8.4 points over his last five games, he should remain out of Fantasy lineups until the Rockets start using him more.
News:Luis Scola scored a career-high 22 points in a 103-83 victory over Memphis on Friday night. Scola, the 6-foot-9 rookie out of Argentina, was 11-for-17 from the floor.
Analysis: Scola played 29 minutes off the bench and he's had three straight quality games. He's worth an add in larger leagues as a potential low-end Fantasy starter on a short-term basis.
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola scored 18 points with nine rebounds in Sunday's loss at Detroit, shooting 8-for-11 from the field. The 18 points where his highest since he scored 20 on Nov. 23 at Miami. Scola played most of the second half while Yao Ming sat out with a cut.
Analysis: The Rockets played small with Chuck Hayes and Luis Scola together and Scola took advantage. He now has had back-to-back solid games after posting seven straight bad lines. With Houston slated for just two games in Fantasy Week 9 (Dec. 24-30) we say give him those two games to prove if it was just a fluke.
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola scored just two points with five rebounds in Thursday's overtime loss at Denver.
Analysis: Scola continues to play behind Chuck Hayes and splitting time with him has made Scola a very unreliable Fantasy producer. Leave him on the waiver wire until further notice.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola has failed to score more than four points in a game in his last four contests.
Analysis: Scola is averaging just 6.5 ppg and 4.7 rpg this season after playing very well in the preseason. He still has some good upside, but will find it hard to produce regularly as long as Chuck Hayes is around to take his minutes.
News: Rockets PF Chuck Hayes was held scoreless in just nine minutes on the court during Thursday's loss at Golden State. He continues to lose playing time to Luis Scola, who had nine points and nine rebounds in 19 minutes Thursday.
Analysis: Scola hasn't started yet, but he's been the better option in Fantasy play. He's scoring around 6-9 points with 7-9 rebounds of late and is worth starting as a fourth option.
News: Rockets F Luis Scola scored 20 points Friday at Miami -- the third time he's done so in the last four games. He also had nine rebounds and three assists in 36 minutes of play.
Analysis: Of course, the one game he didn't score 20, he had zero in only 10 minutes. Still, he's more and more becoming a viable option in Fantasy, as the Rockets have begun to appreciate his offensive talents off the bench. If you need a forward, make a move for him on waivers.
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola scored a career-high 20 points with four rebounds in Friday's loss at Houston. He was 10-for-11 from the field in 30 minutes off the bench. "I just try to play hard every game and sometimes I play good, sometimes I play bad. Today I hit those shots," Scola said.
Analysis: Scola could not be expected to hit 10 out of 11 shots on a regular basis. That would be some sort of record or something. He can be expected to contribute the points at the power forward spot that the team doesn't get from starter Chuck Hayes. Until Scola can do this -- or something like it -- on a regular basis, though, he remains a low-end reserve.
News: Rockets PF Chuck Hayes brought down eight rebounds in Sunday's win at Charlotte. He is averaging 7.6 rpg in seven starts. Luis Scola came off the bench and scored six points with three rebounds.
Analysis: Hayes has started all seven games at power forward and he hasn't really lost a lot of time to rookie Luis Scola despite what was anticipated in the preseason. Scola is averaging 16.4 mpg and isn't providing the rebounding that Hayes is to this point. Both are low end options for now.
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola had nine rebounds with seven points and a steal in Thursday's game at Utah.
Analysis: Scola saw the most minutes off the bench for the Rockets, but he's still splitting time with Chuck Hayes. Hayes is the starter for now, but we feel Scola has the better upside and will overtake Hayes at some point. For now, consider Scola a cheap source for rebounds.
News: Rockets rookie PF Luis Scola, who was in a position battle with Chuck Hayes in the preseason, started the season on the bench Tuesday at the Lakers. He logged just nine minutes off the bench and did not score. He brought down three boards.
Analysis: Everyone jumped off the Chuck Hayes bandwagon in the preseason and onto Scola's, but Tuesday was a bit of a wakeup call. Scola still possesses the better upside of the two players, but will need to earn his way into the regular rotation during the regular season. He's still worth stashing away in most Fantasy formats, but should be reserved until further notice.
News: Rookie Rockets PF Luis Scola made his second start of the preseason Saturday at Seattle, finishing with 10 points and nine rebounds.
Analysis: Scola is battling with Chuck Hayes for the starting PF job, but it doesn't appear to be much of a battle. While Scola is averaging 9.8 ppg, 6.8 rpg and 2.3 apg in four preseason games, Hayes is only averaging 1.5 ppg and 5.4 rpg. Scola is a great sleeper in Fantasy drafts.
News: Rockets PF Luis Scola scored 17 points on 8-for-10 shooting Thursday against Euroleague champion Panathinaikos. He added six rebounds, two assists and two steals.
Analysis: Scola is averaging 12.5 ppg in his first two preseason games. He started at power forward on Thursday, but that figures to be Chuck Hayes' job to lose. Scola is a nice sleeper in deep formats because he has the talent and the upside to play himself into a large role.
