FRANK NTILIKINA NEWS

Injures knee Thursday Ntilikina suffered a left knee hyperextension and wasn't able to return to Thursday's preseason game against the Celtics.

Impact This is a tough blow for Ntilikina with Opening Night less than a week away. The defensive-minded guard struggled during the preseason and likely won't be in the rotation out of the gate.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Frank Ntilikina Leaves Game vs. Celtics with Injury Charlotte loses another guard to injury.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • SUNHERALD.COM

Clifford Makes Bold Statement About Frank Ntilikina A significant upgrade for the Charlotte Hornets?

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Healthy for first practice Ntilikina was a full participant at Charlotte's first training camp practice Tuesday, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.

Impact Ntilikina suffered a hamstring injury during a World Cup Exhibition for France in August, but he completed a full recovery. The 25-year-old is competing for Charlotte's backup point guard spot. Given Ntilikina's reputation as a defense-first guard and Charlotte's deployment of similarly-tailored Dennis Smith in that role last season, Ntilikina might be the frontrunner.

OCTOBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sees extra run in upset loss Ntilikina had eight points (3-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), one rebound, three assists and one block over 22 minutes during Friday's 117-109 loss to Charlotte.

Impact Ntilikina's 22 minutes were his most since Feb. 15 -- the Mavericks' last game before the All-Star break. He got extra run Friday as the undermanned Hornets had one of the biggest upset victories of the season over the Mavs, who had both Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic available. Fantasy managers shouldn't expect a sudden increase in role for the reserve guard.

MARCH 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Ntilikina will come off the bench for Thursday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Ntilikina drew the starting nod in the Mavericks' last game before the All-Star break with Kyrie Irving (back) sidelined, but he will return to the bench with Irving healthy. In the five games prior to his spot start, Ntilikina averaged just 5.8 minutes.

FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Ntilikina is in the starting five for Wednesday's game versus Denver.

Impact Ntilikina will replace Kyrie Irving (back) in the starting lineup Wednesday. The 24-year-old guard is averaging 2.0 points, 4.5 assists and 2.5 rebounds in 21.0 minutes across his previous two starts.

FEBRUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Ntilikina (illness) will be available to play Wednesday versus the Clippers.

Impact Ntilikina isn't a large enough part of Dallas' rotation to warrant any attention in most fantasy leagues, so while he will help back up Kyrie Irving on Wednesday, he shouldn't be viewed as a viable fantasy target.

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable versus Clippers Ntilikina (illness) is questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Clippers.

Impact Ntilikina was also questionable with a non-COVID illness for Monday's game before being upgraded to available. The 24-year-old guard is averaging 1.2 points and 1.0 assists in 6.0 minutes across his last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available Monday Ntilikina (illness) is available for Monday's contest against the Jazz.

Impact After being viewed as uncertain for Monday's contest due to an illness, Ntilikina will officially suit up against Utah. While the 24-year-old has not been a part of Dallas' rotation recently, Ntilikina may be in line to receive more opportunities with Luka Doncic (heel) ruled out and Spencer Dinwiddie no longer with the team.

FEBRUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Monday Ntilikina is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Jazz due to a non-COVID-19-related illness.

Impact Ntilikina hasn't been part of the rotation lately, but with Luka Doncic (heel) out Monday and new acquisition Kyrie Irving not in line to debut until Wednesday, the 24-year-old will likely be in line for some minutes if he's able to play through the illness. The Mavericks will likely wait and see how Ntilikina progresses over the afternoon before providing an update on his status ahead of the 9 p.m. ET opening tip.

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Ntilikina isn't in the starting five for Wednesday's game versus the Hawks, Mavericks radio play-by-play broadcaster Chuck Cooperstein reports.

Impact Ntilikina will be replaced by Luka Doncic in the starting lineup Wednesday. He is averaging 3.0 points, 1.4 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 13.0 minutes in 24 games coming off the bench this season.

JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Ntilikina is starting Sunday against the Trail Blazers.

Impact Ntilikina came off the bench in his last eight appearances but will join the starting lineup with Luka Doncic (ankle) unavailable Sunday. Ntilikina tallied two points, three rebounds and two assists in 19 minutes during his lone start this season, which occurred Dec. 29 against the Rockets.

JANUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shifts back to bench Ntilikina will rejoin the second unit for Saturday's game against San Antonio.

Impact Ntilikina will be bumped back to the bench with Reggie Bullock (illness) back in action Saturday. He received a spot start Thursday and managed just two points in 19 minutes.

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Invisible despite spot start Ntilikina finished with two points (1-4 FG, 0-3 3Pt), three rebounds and two assists in 19 minutes during Thursday's 129-114 victory over the Rockets.

Impact Ntilikina moved into the starting lineup in place of Reggie Bullock (illness) but came up empty in terms of fantasy production. Known as a stout wing defender, Ntilikina has been able to carve out a relatively consistent role off the bench for the Mavericks. Unfortunately, his role has yielded nothing more than a top-440 player, and clearly someone who can be ignored in all fantasy formats.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Thursday Ntilikina will start in Thursday's game against the Rockets, Lachard Binkley of TheDreamShake.com reports.

Impact Ntilikina will draw the start Thursday with Reggie Bullock (illness) out, joining Spencer Dinwiddie, Luka Doncic, Tim Hardaway and Christian Wood in the starting unit. He has yet to log double-digit points this season despite having played 20 or more minutes four times, so despite the starting status, he should be considered only in deep leagues.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to available Ntilikina (knee) will play in Tuesday's matchup with the Knicks.

Impact Ntilikina has been upgraded from probable to available Tuesday after missing Sunday's game with left knee soreness. Ntilikina and Kemba Walker will likely compete for backup guard minutes.

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Now listed as probable Ntilikina (knee) has been upgraded from questionable to probable for Tuesday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Ntilikina sat out Sunday's Christmas Day win over the Lakers due to left knee soreness, but it appears he'll be back in the mix Tuesday. Over 10 December appearances, the reserve guard has averaged 3.5 points in 16.6 minutes.

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Tuesday Ntilikina (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Ntilikina sat out Sunday's Christmas Day matchup against the Lakers due to left knee soreness, but he'll have a chance to return two days later. Over 10 appearances since the start of December, he's averaged just 3.5 points in 16.6 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Sunday Ntilikina won't play Sunday against the Lakers due to a knee injury.

Impact The French guard played off the bench against the Rockets and finished with nine points across 13 minutes, but he will not be available Sunday and will miss a contest for the first time since Dec. 9. However, his absence shouldn't affect many fantasy rosters, as he's averaging only 16.6 minutes per game in December.

DECEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Friday Ntilikina (knee) will be available for Friday's contest versus the Rockets.

Impact After he was Initially labeled questionable and then a game-time call, it appears Ntilikina's knee checked out well, and he will give it a go Friday. With the Mavericks down several contributors, Ntilikina could have a larger role in store than usual against Houston.

DECEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed questionable Friday Ntilikina is questionable for Friday's game against the Rockets due to left knee soreness.

Impact Ntilikina was a late addition to Friday's injury report, but he's dealing with a knee issue ahead of the game against the Rockets. He's played double-digit minutes in each of the last seven matchups and has averaged 3.4 points, 2.4 rebounds and 2.3 assists in 20.3 minutes per game during that time.

DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cavaliers beat Mavericks 100-99 in OT on Allen's slam

Jarrett Allen’s dunk with 2:01 remaining in overtime gave Cleveland a 100-99 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday night, keeping the Cavaliers unbeaten in five OT games th...

DECEMBER 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Big minutes in win Ntilikina recorded eight points (3-4 FG, 2-3 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist across 28 minutes during Friday's 130-110 victory over the Trail Blazers.

Impact Ntilikina had a modest statline in Friday's win. His 28 minutes was the most he's played this season, though that was partly due to Luka Doncic sitting the fourth quarter. Fantasy managers in deeper leagues would be the only ones who could even consider rostering the former lottery pick, as this wasn't a typical distribution of minutes for Dallas.

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mavs' Doncic, Hardaway team up in 121-100 win over Knicks

Luka Doncic had a game-high 30 points, Tim Hardaway Jr. chipped in 28 points against his former team, and the Dallas Mavericks beat the New York Knicks 121-100

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS