Here’s the thing about Al Horford: He’s old and he doesn’t play back-to-backs. We know this. So, while the Celtics might have listed him out out this evening due to a left big toe sprain, believe me when I say that they actually mean rest.
Who stands to gain in DFS with Horford on the pine? Let’s break it down.
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C Neemias Queta, Boston Celtics at Brooklyn Nets, $4,500
As mentioned above, Horford is an old man and he doesn’t play both legs of a back-to-back set. This has just been the way it is for years. When Horford rested earlier in 2024-25, it was Luke Kornet ($4,000) that started for Boston. I’m not sure that will be the case on Wednesday. Kornet’s recently seen his role in the Celtics’ rotation almost disappear in favor of Queta. To wit, Queta’s exceeded 20 minutes of action in five straight contests, a span where the 25-year-old is averaging 7.0 points and 7.4 rebounds. Heck, even if it is Kornet that enters the starting five, there’s still a good chance that Queta plays a larger role. Plus, in that scenario, Queta’s popularity in GPPs would be lessened.
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