NAJI MARSHALL NEWS

Absent from practice Marshall didn't participate in Friday's practice, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Impact Marshall recently returned from a four-game absence due to an illness but it's unclear if he didn't practice for the same reason. Regardless, Marshall's availability for Sunday's game versus the Warriors is now in doubt.

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Ties for team scoring lead in return Marshall (illness) tallied 19 points (7-11 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds, two assists and one steal across 29 minutes in Tuesday's 118-104 loss to the Thunder.

Impact Despite the Mavericks having both Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving available for the NBA Cup quarterfinal matchup, Marshall -- who had missed the team's previous four contests -- finished as the surprise co-leader in scoring for Dallas along with Klay Thompson. Though he hadn't displayed much offensive game during the first four seasons of his career in New Orleans, Marshall has shown growth so far during his time in Dallas, as he's averaging a career-high 11.9 points per contest. He's been especially hot over his last eight appearances, posting 17.8 points per contest on 61.1 percent shooting from the field and 46.4 percent from three-point range. Both marks are well above his career-long rates of 44.3 and 31.3 percent, respectively, so fantasy managers who have been riding the wave of Marshall's recent production should anticipate some regression eventually heading his way.

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Good to go Tuesday Coach Jason Kidd said that Marshall (illness) will play under a minutes restriction in Tuesday's NBA Cup Quarterfinals matchup, Christian Clark of The New Orleans Times-Picayune re...

Impact The 26-year-old will return to action after a four-game absence due to an illness, though Kidd said he expects he'll remain limited to around 20 to 25 minutes. Over his last five outings (three starts), Marshall has averaged 19.0 points, 3.2 rebounds and 1.0 assists across 25.4 minutes per contest.

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Expected to suit up Tuesday Marshall (illness) is expected to play in Tuesday's NBA Cup Quarterfinals matchup against the Thunder, NBA writer Marc Stein reports.

Impact The 26-year-old is expected to return from a four-game absence streak due to an illness, and he should see a sizable role with P.J. Washington (illness) unlikely to suit up. Over his last five outings (three starts), Marshall has averaged 19.0 points, 3.2 rebounds and 1.0 assists across 25.4 minutes per contest.

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Questionable for Tuesday Marshall (illness) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Thunder, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Impact After missing the past four games for Dallas, Marshall is now considered day-to-day and a return Tuesday is on the table. That's good news for Dallas, especially with P.J. Washington iffy due to an illness.

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Out once again Marshall (illness) is out for Saturday's game against the Raptors, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Impact Marshall continues to deal with an illness, and the forward is set to miss a fourth straight contest. His next chance to suit up will come against the Thunder on Tuesday, Dec. 10.

DECEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Washington Marshall (illness) is out for Thursday's game versus the Wizards.

Impact Marshall will miss his third straight game Friday due to an illness. His next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Toronto.

DECEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Wont play Tuesday Marshall (illness) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Marshall will miss a second straight game due to an illness, but Dallas may get Klay Thompson (foot) back in action Tuesday. Marshall's next chance to suit up will come Thursday in Washington.

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Sunday Marshall (illness) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against Portland.

Impact Marshall left the first leg of Dallas' back-to-back set early due to an illness during Saturday's win over Utah, in which he contributed three points (1-5 FG, 1-3 3Pt), one rebound and one assist across 13 minutes. The 26-year-old has carved out a significant role with the club this season, and his next chance to play will come Tuesday against Memphis.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't return in second half Marshall (illness) didn't return in the second half of Saturday's 106-94 win over the Jazz. He finished with three points (1-5 FG, 1-3 3Pt), a rebound and an assist across 13 minut...

Impact Marshall had been one of the Mavericks' most reliable scoring threats in recent games with Luka Doncic (wrist) sidelined, but he was unable to make an impact in this one while being diminished from a health perspective. It's unclear if the illness will cause Marshall to miss extended time, but for now, he should be considered questionable for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers in the second leg of a back-to-back set for Utah.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Saturday Marshal (illness) is questionable to return to Saturday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Marshall is dealing with an upper respiratory illness, and it's uncertain whether he'll return Saturday. Maxi Kleber was inserted into the Mavericks' starting lineup for the second half due to Marshall's illness.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Scores team-high 24 points Marshall provided 24 points (10-17 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and one assist over 30 minutes during Wednesday's 129-114 win over the Knicks.

Impact Marshall got another start at small forward due to the absence of Klay Thompson (foot), and the former Xavier standout continues to provide value as a reliable scoring weapon. He's arguably going through his most productive stretch of the season, as he's scored at least 20 points in four straight games while also scoring in double digits in six appearances in a row. Marshall is averaging 20.0 points per game while shooting 47.6 percent from deep in that six-game stretch.

NOVEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient in win over Atlanta Marshall accumulated 22 points (9-12 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds and one assist over 28 minutes during Monday's 129-119 win over the Hawks.

Impact Marshall got the start at small forward due to the absence of Klay Thompson (foot), and he extended the impressive scoring streak he'd been riding in his previous appearances off the bench. Marshall has scored at least 20 points in his last three games, a span in which he's averaging 22.7 points per game while shooting an impressive, yet unsustainable, 66.7 percent from beyond the arc.

NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Monday vs. Atlanta Marshall is in the Mavericks' starting lineup for Monday's game against the Hawks, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.

Impact Marshall will make his fifth start of the regular season Monday, his first since Nov. 12 against the Warriors. Marshall averaged 10.8 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.0 steals over 27 minutes per game across his four starts.

NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Reaches 20 points off bench in loss Marshall accumulated 20 points (8-16 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 1-3 FT), five rebounds and one assist across 30 minutes during Sunday's 123-118 overtime loss to the Heat.

Impact Marshall provided Dallas with another spark off the bench Sunday, connecting on a team-high-tying mark from three and concluding as one of three Mavericks with 20 or more points. Marshall has surpassed the 20-point mark in three contests, including in two straight outings.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Career-best night off bench Marshall produced 26 points (11-15 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound, one assist and one steal across 26 minutes off the bench during Friday's 123-120 win over the Nuggets.

Impact The 26 points were a career high for Marshall, topping the 24 he recorded a couple seasons ago for the Pelicans -- coincidentally, that performance came against the Mavericks, his current squad. The fifth-year forward is putting together an impressive November overall, scoring in double digits in seven of 10 games and averaging 14.2 points, 3.3 boards, 2.5 assists, 2.5 threes and 1.3 steals in 26.7 minutes a contest on the month.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Naji Marshall has big night as Mavericks dump Nuggets Naji Marshall scored a career-high 26 points, P.J.Washington had 22, and the visiting Dallas Mavericks beat the Denver Nuggets 123-120 on Fr...

NOVEMBER 23 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Will play vs. San Antonio Marshall (illness) is available for Saturday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Marshall was questionable to play Saturday due to an illness, but the fifth-year forward out of Xavier will be available to play. Since the start of November, he's averaged 12.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.4 steals over 28.1 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy against San Antonio Marshall is listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus the Spurs due to an illness.

Impact Marshall is in danger of missing his first game of the season Saturday after being a late addition to the injury report due to an illness. With PJ Washington (knee) doubtful, Maxi Kleber and Olivier-Maxence Prosper could receive increased playing time against San Antonio.

NOVEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Productive off bench Thursday Marshall had 19 points (9-14 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds, four assists and three steals across 34 minutes in Thursday's 115-113 loss to the Jazz.

Impact Marshall was moved to a bench role in favor of Maxi Kleber, but Marshall logged far more minutes and outplayed him on both ends of the court. The former Xavier standout was Dallas' second-best scorer behind Luka Doncic in this one. It wouldn't be surprising if Marshall returns to a starting role for the game against the Spurs on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Won't start Thursday Marshall is not in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Jazz, Mark Followill of Bally Sports Southwest reports.

Impact Marshall has been replacing P.J. Washington in the starting lineup in recent games, but the Mavs will shake things up in the frontcourt and Maxi Kleber will get the nod at power forward. Marshall is averaging 11.2 points and 4.7 rebounds per game in six November appearances.

NOVEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Modest performance in spot start Marshall closed with eight points (4-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists and two steals across 21 minutes during Wednesday's 119-99 win over Chicago.

Impact Marshall moved into the starting lineup Wednesday, replacing P.J. Washington who was ruled out with a knee injury. This game was all over but the shouting heading into the second half, allowing the second and third units to play additional minutes down the stretch. It appears as though Marshall will remain in the starting lineup until Washington gets back on the court. Although his production is typically low-volume, his ability to contribute across multiple categories should keep him on the floor.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Starting sans Washington Marshall is part of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Bulls, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Impact Marshall will fill in for P.J. Washington (knee) in the first unit, marking his first start since joining the Mavericks this offseason. Marshall saw a season-high 34 minutes Monday and delivered 20 points, five rebounds, six assists and a steal on 8-of-9 shooting from the field.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Matches career high with 20 points Marshall accumulated 20 points (8-9 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, six assists and one steal across 34 minutes during Monday's 134-127 loss to the Pacers.

Impact Marshall received additional playing time, surpassing the 30-minute mark for the first time this season. The fifth-year pro was only averaging 3.3 points through the first seven games of the season, so his elevated total was unexpected. For now, fantasy managers should consider this line as an outlier performance.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Records five assists Marshall closed with four points (2-5 FG, 0-2 3Pt), five rebounds, five assists and two steals over 21 minutes during Sunday's 108-85 win over the Magic.

Impact Marshall dished out a season-best mark of five assists in the win. The veteran forward has had a minimal impact in fantasy leagues through six games this season, averaging 3.3 points, 3.2 rebounds and 3.2 assists in 18.5 minutes.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE