Bucks coach Jim Boylan is pleased with Samuel Dalembert's improved conditioning, which allows him to be "more productive for longer stretches." Sammy will head back to the bench with Larry Sanders (back) sounding likely to play on Tuesday, but owners should hang onto him a while longer. He could carve out a productive shot-blocking niche off the bench, and there's always a chance he'll be traded to a favorable situation by Thursday's deadline.

Samuel Dalembert and Monta Ellis are the two players that are most likely to be traded from the Bucks. Dalembert has an expiring contract and with the Bucks likely wanting to let Larry Sanders loose, Sammy is the most likely candidate to be sporting a new uniform next weekend. As for Ellis, he has an opt-out clause and he'll likely come at a much higher price. While there are no reports with teeth, Ellis owners shouldn't be too worried. On the other hand, there is some sell-high appeal to Sammy

Samuel Dalembert double-doubled against his former team with 17 points and 14 boards with three blocks on 8-of-13 shooting in Wednesday's win over the Sixers. It was his sixth double-double in his last nine games and he's been terrific with Larry Sanders out of the lineup. Since the Larry Sanders Show has been on hiatus, Dalembert averaged 16.4 points, 11.2 boards and 2.6 blocks in 27.0 minutes. His value is nearing its apex and chances are if he's somehow floating around on your wire, it's because your league is shallow.

Samuel Dalembert, and not Larry Sanders, is listed as the probable starter for the Bucks on Wednesday. We don't expect to see Sanders until after the All-Star break and all signs point to Dalembert drawing one more start while Sanders is hurt. Sammy D is averaging 7.2 points, 6.4 rebounds and 1.6 blocks over 18 starts at center this season.

Samuel Dalembert came back to earth in Monday's loss to the Wizards, scoring six points on 3-of-5 shooting with seven rebounds and one steal in 17 minutes before fouling out. If there is any consolation it's that he was on his way to another big night if he could stay on the floor, but there's often a catch with Dalembert and tonight it was this. Owners will want to try to hang on until Larry Sanders' back injury is fully explained, but if you're staring at a hot free agent then we wouldn't blame you for making the move.

The Bucks dropped their third consecutive game on Saturday despite Samuel Dalembert's 14 points, 12 rebounds, two steals and five blocks in 33 minutes. This was Sammy's third straight double-double, something he hasn't done since the 2010-11 season. While he's clearly benefitting from Larry Sanders' absence with a bruised back, it's hard to imagine him falling out of the rotation or even falling behind guys like John Henson (six minutes) and Ekpe Udoh (15 minutes). Sanders is uncertain to play in the Bucks' two games this week, giving Dalembert a chance to keep his streak alive.

Samuel Dalembert fol 10 points, 11 boards, four steals, and four blocks over 26 minutes in Wednesday's loss to the Jazz. Dally hit 4-of-8 shots instead of the gaudy 17-of-21 he hit on Tuesday, but the four steals and four blocks are what catches the eye here. Larry Sanders' injury isn't believed to be serious and it's highly unlikely he will see a reduced workload when healthy, so Dalembert's minutes will have to come at somebody else's expense. He's certainly doing his part to make an impression, and his long-term value is stronger tonight than it was yesterday, but we're still not convinced he can shake his old ways and stay in the mix like this.

ESPN's Marc Stein reports the Bucks are shopping Samuel Dalembert around the league. The emergence of Larry Sanders, who sustained a hip injury in Tuesday's game, has made Dalembert fairly inconsequential for the most part this season. Dalembert is coming off a career-high 35 points Tuesday, showing the big man can still play and possibly intriguing some league executives. If he were to land a consistent role via trade or serious injury to Sanders, Dalembert would probably be worth a flier if you have someone to cut.

Samuel Dalembert nearly dropped out of the rotation on Saturday, going scoreless with one rebound in six minutes. Sammy notched two straight double-doubles last week while filling in for Larry Sanders (flu), but Jim Boylan has criticized his conditioning and doesn't seem disposed to use him heavily.

Samuel Dalembert is not in playing shape yet, according to coach Jim Boylan. "Sam is trying to work his way back into playing shape," Boylan said. "It's pretty evident when you watch him the first six or seven minutes, he's playing very well." Dalembert went off for a double-double with four blocks in a spot start on Wednesday and could get some new life under Boylan.