"Westbrook has suddenly become a focal point for the Kings and he went off for a huge triple-double (his 204th) on Wednesday with 23 points, 16 rebounds and 10 assists in a win over the Warriors. He became the all-time rebounds leader for guards in the process, passing Jason Kidd. He also had 26 points, 12 rebounds and six dimes in his previous game and has benefited from the absences of Zach LaVine (back) and Domantas Sabonis (ribs)."
"Walker Kessler is out for the season with a shoulder injury that will require surgery. Nurkic will take over starting center duties and had six points, 17 rebounds, four assists, four steals and a block on Wednesday against the Pistons. He also double-doubled with 11 points, 11 boards, four assists and a block in his previous game and should only get better in the near term. The assists have been nice and while they should start trending down, he'll be a solid source of points, rebounds and blocks going forward."
"Grimes has scored at least 22 points in four of his last seven games and hit 9-of-15 shots on his way to 27 points, three rebounds, three assists and a 3-pointer on Wednesday versus Cleveland. He had four steals and a"
Three weeks into the NBA season, injuries are forcing role changes and creating new fantasy opportunities. Russell Westbrook has become a primary option for Sacramento, producing a triple-double and leading guards in career rebounds while receiving heavy minutes amid teammate absences. Walker Kessler is out for the season, elevating Jusuf Nurkic to starting center and delivering strong points, rebounds, assists and defensive stats. Kyle Filipowski could see increased opportunity as a low-rostered power forward. Dillon Grimes has provided consistent scoring and defensive contributions in recent games. Fantasy managers should consider trades and waiver moves to capitalize on shifting roles and increased minutes.
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