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Williams finished as Oklahoma City's second-leading scorer against the Grizzlies, though he struggled mightily from three-point range. Still, the star forward had shot 40.0 percent from downtown in his first nine regular-season appearances, so his shooting woes from beyond the arc can simply be labeled an off night. On a more positive note, he scored 20-plus points for the second time in his last three games and for the fourth time this season. While Chet Holmgren (illness) and the rest of the Thunder's skilled roster can eat into Williams' production at times, he has largely remained a consistent producer across the board.

After totaling just five minutes over the Thunder's last three games, Williams stepped into the rotation with Chet Holmgren (illness), Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) and several other players sidelined in the front end of a back-to-back set. Williams finished as one of six Thunder players to score in double figures, putting up a season-high nine field-goal attempts in the process. The veteran forward also chipped in four steals after logging zero in his first eight regular-season appearances.

After shooting just 16.9 percent from the field in his previous three appearances, Dort bounced back in a major way. The 26-year-old swingman knocked down three triples for the third time in his last five games and finished as one of six Oklahoma City players to score in double figures. Additionally, he led all players in blocks, setting a season high in swats while also tying his season-best mark in steals. He shouldn't be expected to score in double figures on a regular basis when the team is at full strength, though he remains a viable streaming candidate when injuries arise.

With Memphis remaining shorthanded, Caldwell-Pope logged 20-plus minutes for a sixth straight game and made the most of the opportunity. The veteran guard delivered a team- and season-high-tying 16 points on extremely efficient shooting from beyond the arc. His five triples marked a season high, which is a positive sign considering he had shot just 33.3 percent from downtown on 3.4 attempts per game in 28 outings before Monday's contest.

With Zach Edey (ankle) and Brandon Clarke (calf) sidelined, Landale got the starting nod for the first time since Nov. 12. The Australian big man was productive on the glass against a banged-up Thunder frontcourt, recording a game-high-tying 10 rebounds en route to his second double-double over his last three appearances. Landale should have a clear path to significant playing time for the foreseeable future, with both Edey and Clarke expected to miss an extended period.

Brown tallied double-digit points for the third straight game, continuing to play a meaningful role off the bench. During that time, he has averaged 12.7 points, 6.3 rebounds and 1.3 steals in 29.8 minutes per game, good enough for top-80 value in standard leagues. His ability to chip in across multiple categories makes him a viable target, even more so for anyone punting points. With that said, his upside remains limited, while his value likely has a shelf life that's tied in to Aaron Gordon (hamstring) and Christian Braun (ankle) eventually returning to action.

Strawther continues to work his way back from injury, albeit very, very slowly. In three games since returning, Strawther has scored a total of four points, serving as nothing more than a depth piece. Although his role could increase at some point, it is unlikely he will see enough playing time to make him a viable fantasy asset outside of deeper formats.

Watson returned to action after missing the past two games due to a trunk injury. In what was clearly a favorable matchup, Watson delivered an efficient 20 points, continuing his breakout season. Both Aaron Gordon (hamstring) and Christian Braun (ankle) remain sidelined, making Watson an intriguing addition to any standard league roster.

Kispert hasn't played since Nov. 25 due to a fractured right thumb, though he's set to return to action Tuesday. The 26-year-old forward is averaging 8.9 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.7 assists in 19.9 minutes per contest over 17 regular-season appearances (two starts) thus far. It wouldn't be surprising if he operated under a minutes restriction against Charlotte following the extended absence.

Hendricks continues to play a minimal role, having exceeded 20 minutes only twice in the past 22 games. Seen as a decent late-round flier coming into the season, Hendricks quickly found himself on the waiver wire in just about every redraft format. Through 17 appearances, he has averaged just 5.4 points and 3.4 rebounds in 14.9 minutes per contest.

Clayton played more than 15 minutes, albeit barely, for the first time in the past five games. It's been an underwhelming rookie season for Clayton, averaging 6.1 points and 3.3 assists in 16.1 minutes per game. The assumed trajectory in Utah could ultimately lead to Clayton having a sizeable role at some point. However, that doesn't appear as though it is going to happen any time soon.

Filipowski's role went from bad to worse Monday, logging a season-low 13 minutes, including just three minutes in the first half. Over his last three games, Filiowski is averaging just 5.7 points and 6.3 rebounds in 20.3 minutes per contest, well below what fantasy managers are hoping for. There is still reason to believe his role will escalate at some point, although knowing when is proving difficult. At this stage, he should be viewed as more of a stash than a must-roster player.

Hunter finally found his rhythm on the offensive end, scoring at least 20 points for the first time in the past 11 games. After a strong start to the season, Hunter's rapid decline in recent times has led to him being dropped in a number of leagues. While this performance doesn't make him a must-roster player, he is worth considering, especially if you simply need points and threes.

Tyson had his worst performance of the season, failing to score for the first time. While it has been somewhat of a breakout campaign for Tyson to this point, his last two games are cause for concern, averaging 4.5 points and 2.0 steals in 23.0 minutes per game. He remains a must-roster player, although managers will want to keep a close eye on things in Cleveland, especially as health becomes less of an issue.

Merrill returned from a 14-game absence as a result of a hand injury, leading the bench with 26 minutes. While his production was far from outstanding, he does provide the Cavaliers with a relatively consistent perimeter threat. With that said, his limitations on the defensive end and the fact that he is likely to continue coming off the bench make him nothing more than a streaming candidate in standard leagues.

Gilgeous-Alexander turned in an efficient performance Monday and hit another milestone by reaching the 20-point threshold for a 100th straight matchup, per Brandon Rahbar of DailyThunder.com. However, Gilgeous-Alexander wasn't done, as he poured in 30 or more points for the 22nd time this season. The Kentucky product also put together a strong defensive showing, accounting for four of OKC's 14 swipes on the way to a comfortable victory.

Mann dropped 13 points, a much-improved performance when compared to his previous outing. Despite his offensive upside, Mann has failed to carve out a sizable role in Charlotte, even with others around him missing time due to injuries. At best, Mann can be streamed in if and when the schedule is in his favor.

Despite coming off the bench, Diabate played the bulk of the center minutes following an injury to Mason Plumlee (groin) after just 10 minutes. Ryan Kalkbrenner was also missing in this one, sidelined due to an elbow injury. Diabate rewarded anyone who streamed him in, recording a career-high six steals while also dominating the glass with a season-high 14 boards. If Kalkbrenner and Plumlee are forced to miss additional time, Diabate would become a must-roster player, albeit as a short-term option only.

Salaun offered basically nothing in the loss, continuing what has been a quiet two weeks. In five games during that time, Salaun has averaged just 6.2 points and 2.8 rebounds in 17.3 minutes per game. While this is only his second season, it does appear as though taking him with the sixth pick in the 2024 NBA Draft could end up being a regrettable decision.

Mitchell headed to the back with 6:29 remaining in the final quarter and did not check back in. He finished with 16 points (7-13 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), nine rebounds, two assists and two steals in 22 minutes. His status will be worth monitoring ahead of Tuesday's matchup against the Spurs.

It's unclear why Mitchell left for the locker room, though he checked out with 6:29 remaining in the final quarter. If he's unable to return in the final minutes, he'll finish with 16 points (7-13 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), nine rebounds, two assists and two steals in 22 minutes.

George provided a balanced outing Monday, finishing as Utah's second-leading scorer en route to his fifth consecutive contest with 20 or more points. The third-year point guard has reached the 20-point threshold in 18 of his 28 regular-season games thus far. The 22-year-old also led Utah's starting five in assists and has now dished out at least six in five straight games. He continues to put up strong all-around numbers and has been a bright spot on a struggling Jazz squad.

Nembhard bounced back in the scoring column Monday after being held to seven points Saturday against the Pelicans. He also found a way to make an impact as a distributor, leading the Pacers in assists. Fantasy managers shouldn't be overly concerned about Nembhard's two uncharacteristic offensive performances within the last week, as he'll continue to see plenty of opportunities to produce across the board.

Jokic had a limited impact in the scoring column but still stuffed the stat sheet in three quarters Monday. The three-time MVP led the Nuggets in rebounds and assists en route to his third triple-double over his last four games and 14th on the campaign. He was also productive on the defensive end, recording a game- and season-high three blocks with a game-high-tying two steals.

Siakam turned in yet another strong showing on the offensive end and has now poured in 20-plus points in 10 of his last 11 matchups. He was particularly efficient from beyond the arc Monday after converting at a clip of 27.3 percent over his previous five appearances.

Flagg entered Monday's game shooting 82.8 percent from the free-throw line, but he was responsible for five of the Mavericks' 10 misses at the charity stripe, which proved to be costly in a close loss. His 16 points also broke a four-game streak of at least 20 points, but the No. 1 overall pick of the 2025 NBA Draft is still enjoying a strong rookie campaign. In nine games since Dec. 1, Flagg has averaged 23.1 points, 5.9 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 1.3 blocks and 1.0 steals over 35.3 minutes per game.

Thompson made his return to the starting lineup Monday as the Pacers continue to experiment with the first unit. He tied his season high in made triples and scored in double digits for the third time in nine appearances this season. Thompson is expected to continue to battle with Quenton Jackson for opportunities until Ben Sheppard (calf) is cleared to return.

Thompson did all of his damage in the first half -- including 14 points in the first quarter -- but he was unable to carry that momentum into the final two frames of Monday's loss. It was just the third time this season that the veteran sharpshooter scored at least 20 points in a game and the sixth time he's connected on five or more triples. In eight games since Dec. 1, Thompson has connected on 37.1 percent of his three-point attempts on 7.8 3PA/G.

White was a key contributor on the offensive end for Boston, finishing second on the team in points behind Jaylen Brown's 31-point night. White has also impressed at the rim of late, as he's now swatted at least one shot in four straight games. He's averaging 24.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.5 assists and 1.8 blocks over his last four matchups.

It was another strong outing for the rookie center, who has now logged a double-double in three consecutive games. Queen has been a permanent member of the Pelicans' starting lineup since Nov. 16, and his strong play of late should keep him in a starting role even when Zion Williamson is given the green light to upgrade from his bench role. As a starter, Queen is averaging 14.9 points, 7.4 rebounds, 5.2 assists, 1.0 blocks and 1.0 steals over 28.5 minutes per game.

Gonzalez was held to single digits in the scoring column after putting up 10 points in two straight contests, but he managed to make an impact on the glass. He also saw his largest workload of the 2025-26 season after averaging 22.0 minutes over his previous four matchups. Gonzalez likely saw a slight uptick in minutes Monday due to the absence of Jordan Walsh (illness), but the rookie should remain a key piece of the team's rotation even after Walsh returns.

Brown missed Saturday's clash due to an illness but looked strong Monday after gaining clearance to suit up. He's been close to unstoppable as a scorer of late, putting up 30 or more points in seven straight matchups. Brown has also been a strong contributor on the boards over this hot stretch, during which he has averaged 7.0 rebounds per tilt.

Butler matched a season high in points and stuffed the stat sheet Monday, also tying a season best in treys. The 23-year-old has scored in double digits in four of his past five games, and he's started 13 of his 16 appearances in the G League on the campaign.

Williamson scored 10 of his team-high 24 points in the fourth quarter and helped the Pelicans overcome an 11-point deficit to capture their fifth-straight victory. He has come off the bench in each of his last four outings since returning from a six-game absence due to an adductor strain, but since returning he has averaged 20.0 points, 6.3 rebounds and 3.0 assists over 24.2 minutes per game while shooting 56.9 percent from the field. The Pelicans play the second leg of their back-to-back set Tuesday on the road against the Cavaliers, so it remains to be seen whether New Orleans will sit Williamson for injury management purposes.

It was the first double-double of the year for Abogidi, who set a new season high in boards Monday. The 24-year-old now has two games with double-digit rebounds in 2025-26 and five outings with at least 20 points. He has started each of his 16 appearances in the G League.

Davis came out firing with 22 points in the first half to help the Mavericks establish a six-point lead heading into halftime, albeit in a losing effort. The superstar big man has registered a double-double in each of his last four outings and is up to 10 double-doubles on the year. In eight games since Dec. 1, Davis has averaged 22.3 points, 13.3 rebounds, 3.1 assists, 1.8 blocks and 1.0 steals over 31.8 minutes per game while shooting 51.0 percent from the field over that span.

The 27-year-old forward stepped on Derik Queen's foot and limped to the locker room in the third quarter. Jones will finish with nine points (4-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt), four assists, two rebounds and one steal in 22 minutes. He can be considered highly questionable for the second leg of New Orleans' back-to-back set Tuesday against Cleveland.

Garland has been shooting the lights out from distance over the past four games, going 17-for-32 from beyond the arc, and he's been impressive as a playmaker as well. Over that four-game stretch, Garland has put up top-50 numbers with averages of 23.0 points, 7.2 assists, 3.7 rebounds, 3.0 triples and 1.3 steals per contest. He clearly felt healthy during Monday's matchup, and he stated after the game that he intends to play in the second half of his team's back-to-back Tuesday against the Pelicans, per Danny Cunningham of Locked on Cavs.

Williams went to the locker room during the third quarter with a right ankle sprain, but he's been cleared to return for the final quarter of play. He should be a full go down the stretch.

After scoring eight points on 3-of-14 shooting in Saturday's blowout loss to Detroit, Ball bounced back in a major way, albeit in a losing effort. The star point guard knocked down a game-high-tying six triples en route to a team-best 23 points. He also led the Hornets in assists and has dished out at least nine in four of his last six outings. Ball is seemingly still on a minutes restriction following a three-game absence due to an ankle injury, and his status will be worth monitoring ahead of the second leg of Charlotte's back-to-back set Tuesday against the Wizards.

Williams tested his ankle on the elliptical bike before exiting to the locker room, per Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News. D'Angelo Russell could pick up a few extra minutes down the stretch if Williams is unable to return.

Jones stepped on Derik Queen's foot and turned his ankle before limping to the locker room. If Jones is unable to return, Saddiq Bey, Jordan Hawkins and Micah Peavy are candidates for increased playing time the rest of the way.

Landale will draw his first start since Nov. 12 after averaging 11.2 points, 7.8 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.0 steals over his last five appearances, which all came off the bench. He spent the first 13 games of the season as a starter, so this is a role he's well acquainted with.

Wallace is getting the start with both Isaiah Hartenstein (leg) and Chet Holmgren (back) unavailable, and he'll be joined in the first unit by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Luguentz Dort, Jalen Williams and Branden Carlson. As a starter this season, Wallace owns averages of 8.3 points, 3.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 2.4 steals per game.

Hunter was elbowed in the face during the third quarter and briefly exited to the locker room. However, he returned to the court shortly thereafter and appears poised to finish the game.

Carlson will get his first crack with the first unit due to the absences of Isaiah Hartenstein (calf), Chet Holmgren (illness) and Jaylin Williams (heel). Carlson is averaging 4.9 points and 2.3 rebounds in 10.3 minutes over 18 appearances this season but should be in store for more chances to make an impact Monday night.

Hunter caught an elbow and walked to the locker room with a towel over his face. He can be considered questionable to return until more information comes to light. If the 28-year-old forward is unable to check back in, Nae'Qwan Tomlin and Sam Merrill are candidates for increased playing time the rest of the way.

Filipowski will return to a bench role following the return of Lauri Markkanen from a groin injury. Filipowski has scored in double figures in three of his last four appearances off the bench but was most recently held to two points in his last showing as a reserve Dec. 12 against Memphis.

Holland will miss his first game of the season due to a knee issue he sustained in Saturday's win over the Hornets. The 20-year-old forward will undergo imaging in Sacramento ahead of Tuesday's matchup against the Kings, and he can be considered highly questionable for that contest until Detroit provides an update. With Holland sidelined, Isaiah Stewart and Javonte Green are candidates for increased minutes.

Duren was previously listed as probable, and now we have official confirmation that he'll be out there. He's posted a double-double in two straight games and will look to make it three in a row Monday evening with a favorable matchup versus the Trail Blazers.

It's unclear as to when Plumlee suffered the injury, but the team has elected to shut him down for the night. He can be considered questionable for Tuesday's game against Washington until further notice.

Peyton Watson will replace Hardaway in the first unit for Monday's game, and Hardaway's minutes will likely dip in the second unit. As a reserve this season, Hardaway has produced averages of 11.8 points, 1.5 assists and 2.3 triples per contest.

Wiggins will miss his second consecutive contest due to right adductor soreness, and his next opportunity to play will come Tuesday against the Spurs. With the 26-year-old forward joining a plethora of Thunder players on the sidelines, Cason Wallace, Isaiah Joe and Kenrich Williams are candidates for increased playing time, while Brooks Barnhizer could enter the rotation.

Jackson will end his evening with one block and one turnover in two minutes off the bench. His next chance to play will come Tuesday versus the Bucks, and for now, Jackson should be considered questionable for that one.

McDermott has returned to the injury report due to the same knee injury that's been bugging him since Saturday. He hasn't seen much action of late even when healthy, so his availability should have little impact on Sacramento's rotation.

We'll have a better idea on Carter's status for Tuesday night based on his activity level at shootaround, but his playing status won't impact fantasy leagues, as he's not a consistent part of the rotation in Sacramento. Across nine games this season, Carter has registered averages of 3.6 points and 1.4 assists per contest.

Grant will miss the front end of Portland's back-to-back set, marking his second consecutive absence. On a more positive note, interim head coach Tiago Splitter said the Trail Blazers are not currently concerned about the left Achilles soreness and are just being careful with the veteran forward. With Grant sidelined, Kris Murray and Sidy Cissoko are candidates for increased playing time.

LaVine is continuing to rehab from a left ankle sprain and hasn't taken the court since Dec. 14. The team has yet to provide another update on his availability moving forward, outside the report that he'll remain sidelined Tuesday, so his status for Saturday's game against the Mavs should come into focus later in the week.

Valanciunas was a late addition to the injury report Monday, though he'll shed his probable tag due to an illness. Over his last five games, the veteran big man has averaged 10.2 points and 3.8 rebounds in 15.0 minutes per contest.

Watson will return to the hardwood Monday after missing two matchups with a side injury. He should slot into the starting five in his return, which will presumably bump Tim Hardaway back to a bench role.

Niederhauser has missed LA's last two games with a knee injury but has received the green light to suit up Tuesday. He hasn't had much of a role this season for the parent club and has appeared in only three games since Dec. 1, averaging 2.7 points and 1.3 rebounds in 6.3 minutes over that stretch.

As expected, Suggs will miss his third consecutive contest due to a left hip contusion, and his next opportunity to play will come against Portland on Tuesday. With the 24-year-old point guard on the shelf, Anthony Black and Paolo Banchero could take on increased playmaking duties, while Tyus Jones and Jase Richardson are candidates to see an uptick in playing time.

This will be the third consecutive game on the inactive list for da Silva, and for now, he should be considered questionable for Tuesday's game in Portland. Jett Howard and Jonathan Isaac could pick up some extra minutes with da Silva unavailable for Monday's game.

Wheeler brought energy to Osceola's attack, making two-thirds of his attempts against his former team. The forward has moved between the starting lineup and the bench recently, but he has produced double-digit scoring only when coming off the second unit. Moreover, his 27 points in Monday's performance set a season-high count.

Adams took a seat for Sunday's matchup with the Kings, but he'll be back in action Tuesday night. The big man is averaging 3.6 points, 7.2 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.0 steals over his last five games.

Morales got his second double-double in the 2025-26 season thanks to a solid defensive effort on the boards in addition to his regular shooting numbers. The 28-year-old has posted more than 10 points and at least one steal in each of his last six starts as he continues to feature as a versatile contributor for Osceola.

Saraf was recalled from the G League's Long Island Nets on Monday, and while he's dealing with a sprained right ankle, he's likely to be available for the parent club against Philadelphia. The rookie-first rounder has appeared in 12 regular-season games (five starts) thus far, averaging 5.4 points and 2.8 assists in 16.9 minutes per game.

Bouknight led his team in scoring and playmaking, falling just short of a double-double in the defeat. He achieved a season-high mark in assists while increasing his averages to 20.4 points and 3.0 assists per game. He'll likely remain a consistent starter and the Capitanes' top scoring threat for the rest of the campaign.

Allen is in danger of missing a third straight matchup while dealing with a right knee injury. The team should have confirmation on his status closer to Tuesday's tipoff at 9:00 p.m. ET. Royce O'Neale appears poised for another start if Allen is confirmed to be unavailable.

With Jordan Walsh (illness) sidelined, Minott will enter the starting five for the first time since Nov. 11. Over nine starts so far this season, the 23-year-old forward has averaged 8.4 points, 6.7 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.2 steals in 22.2 minutes per game.

Jackson has started the Pacers' last two games, but he'll rotate to the bench for Monday's clash. Ethan Thompson will enter the starting lineup in Jackson's place.

Per Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com, head coach JJ Redick said Saturday that he was hopeful Hachimura would be able to make it back to the court in 3-5 days, so while Hachimura will miss his second straight game Tuesday, it sounds like there's a chance he could get back out there for Thursday's game against the Rockets. Jake LaRavia, Jarred Vanderbilt and Dalton Knecht are candidates to pick up the slack while Hachimura is out.

The sharpshooter started Saturday's win over Toronto but will slide back to the second unit, as starter Jaylen Brown (illness) is back in action. Across eight appearances (two starts) in December, Hauser has averaged 6.8 points and 3.6 rebounds in 21.0 minutes per tilt.

Thompson shifted to a bench role for his team's last two matchups, but he'll rejoin the starters for Monday's game. He's averaging 6.7 points, 2.3 rebounds and 1.7 assists in three appearances as a starter this season.

Ayton was a full participant in Monday's practice and is set for a return following a two-game absence. He had averaged a double-double in his previous five games before going down with the elbow injury, so his presence should provide a boost for LA with Luka Doncic (leg) and Rui Hachimura (groin) sidelined.

Reaves has missed his team's last three matchups while dealing with a left calf strain, but he was cleared to return to practice in a limited fashion Monday and has a shot to suit up for Tuesday's clash. The team should have a clearer picture of his availability closer to tipoff at 9:00 p.m. ET.

Doncic departed Saturday's matchup early after suffering a left leg contusion, and the injury will hold him out of Tuesday's action. Look for Nick Smith and Marcus Smart to pick up the slack in Doncic's place.

Christie can be deemed day-to-day with an illness. The sharpshooter's absence should cement Naji Marshall's status as a strong streaming option in all fantasy leagues, whereas Klay Thompson appears to be an option in deeper setups.

Green missed Phoenix's first eight regular-season games due to a right hamstring strain and aggravated it in just his second appearance of the season. He hasn't played since Nov. 8 and will remain on the shelf through December. With the 23-year-old shooting guard on the sidelines, Collin Gillespie and Jordan Goodwin should continue to see increased playing time.

Thompson will shed his probable tag due to a lingering left knee issue. The veteran swingman is averaging 10.8 points on 36.7 percent shooting from the field this season.

The veteran center is getting the start in place of the injured Ryan Kalkbrenner (elbow). Plumlee logged 23 minutes in his lone start of the season during the Nov. 23 loss in Atlanta, so a rise in streaming appeal should be expected Monday.

Flagg is dealing with a back bruise, but he was able to get through shootaround without issue and has now officially been cleared for Monday's game. He should see his usual workload and will look to extend his streak of 20-point games to five.

With Donovan Mitchell (illness) back in action, Proctor will slide to the second unit Monday. The rookie second-rounder drew his first career start in Friday's loss to the Bulls, during which he posted 16 points (6-15 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, three assists and one steal in 27 minutes. However, he should see a significant decline in playing time with Mitchell, Craig Porter (illness) and Sam Merrill (hand) all having been cleared to play.

The Spurs continue to ease Wembanyama back to a full workload following a 12-game absence due to a left calf strain and could hold him out of Tuesday's contest. If the star big man is ultimately ruled out, Luke Kornet and Kelly Olynyk are candidates for increased minutes. Wembanyama has played in four regular-season games since the extended absence but has yet to log more than 21 minutes in any of them, averaging 19.3 points, 10.3 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 2.5 blocks in 20.0 minutes per tilt over that stretch.

Mitchell missed Friday's loss to the Bulls due to an illness, but he will return for the front end of Cleveland's back-to-back set. Across seven appearances in December, the star shooting guard has averaged 32.9 points, 5.4 assists, 3.9 rebounds and 1.1 steals in 34.7 minutes per contest. His return should mean fewer minutes for Tyrese Proctor, who got the starting nod Friday.

Merrill will make his first appearance since Nov. 17 after sitting out for over a month with a hand sprain. It's fair to expect some kind of minutes restriction for the sharpshooter in his return, considering the lengthy absence. Merrill has averaged 13.9 points, 2.3 assists, 2.1 rebounds and 3.7 three-pointers per contest in 12 regular-season games thus far, during which he has shot 44.4 percent from downtown.

Porter is back after a one-game stint on the sidelines, and he should resume his usual role in the second unit. Porter is averaging 5.0 points and 2.4 assists per game this season.

After missing time recently due to an illness and heading to the G League, Saraf will return to Brooklyn ahead of Tuesday's matchup against the 76ers. The rookie first-rounder has appeared in 12 regular-season games (five starts) with the parent club, averaging 5.4 points and 2.8 assists in 16.9 minutes per game.

Bates underwent surgery Monday to repair a fractured left foot, and he's expected to miss about three months at the very least. Through 13 G League appearances, the two-way player has averaged 19.5 points, 4.2 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.6 steals in 33.2 minutes per game.

Powell will be sidelined for a second straight game with a sprained right ankle. The rookie forward's next chance to play comes Saturday in Minnesota. Powell's vacated minutes should be divvied up among Danny Wolf and Ziaire Williams.

Whitmore will be unavailable for a third straight game due to right shoulder soreness, though he hasn't been a part of the rotation of late anyway. His next chance to suit up will come Friday against Toronto.

Bagley skipped the second leg of a back-to-back set Sunday due to some soreness in his left calf, but it looks like he might be able to get back out there for Tuesday's game. If Bagley is able to return, he'll likely split the reserve big man minutes with Tristan Vukcevic.

Middleton sat out Sunday's loss to the Spurs due to right knee injury management but will return to action Tuesday. Over his last five outings, the veteran forward has averaged 11.8 points, 6.0 assists and 4.6 rebounds across 27.0 minutes per contest.

Thomas remains in recovery mode due to a strained left hamstring, and he can be considered week-to-week. His continued absence should keep Terance Mann and Egor Demin in more prominent roles in the backcourt.

Coulibaly has missed the past two games due to the ankle issue, but this is the first time he has received a questionable tag since going down, which indicates progress. Check back for another update on Coulibaly closer to Tuesday's tipoff at 7:00 p.m. ET.

Sarr sat out Sunday's game, which came as the second leg of a back-to-back set, but he'll be back in action Tuesday night, which will likely shift Tristan Vukcevic back to the second unit. It'll be interesting to see if Sarr, who has been limited to minutes in the mid-20s since his return, will be able to sniff closer to 30 minutes in his third game back.

Oubre hasn't played since Nov. 14 due to a sprained LCL in his left knee and is without a timetable for a return. According to Ky Carlin of USA Today, the veteran forward recently returned to on-court workouts. He should be considered doubtful ahead of Friday's game against the Bulls until the Sixers offer another update on his status.

Barlow is feeling a bit under the weather, but we'll have a better idea on his status for Tuesday night based on his activity level at shootaround. If Barlow can't give it a go, there will be more minutes available for Justin Edwards and Jabari Walker.

Grimes is under the weather and may miss just his second game of the season Tuesday. If the 25-year-old swingman is ultimately ruled out, Jared McCain and Justin Edwards will likely see increased playing time, while Eric Gordon could enter the rotation. Over his last five outings (three starts), Grimes has averaged 8.4 points, 4.4 rebounds, 4.4 assists and 1.2 steals in 30.0 minutes per game.

Embiid missed the past two games due to an illness, but he was able to get through a full practice Monday and is on track to return for Tuesday's game. Expect Andre Drummond to return to the second unit with Embiid back in action Tuesday evening.

Watford, who hasn't played since Nov. 25 due to a strained left adductor, can be considered week-to-week until the 76ers update his timeline for a return. Dominick Barlow (illness) should continue to benefit from a fantasy perspective.

After sitting out Saturday's win over Dallas due to left knee injury management, George is ready to return Tuesday. On the year, the star forward has averaged 16.2 points, 5.1 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.4 steals in 26.8 minutes per game through 11 regular-season outings.

The Heat announced Dec. 10 that Larsson could miss up to two weeks with the injury, so he could be inching closer to returning. Until Miami clears up Larsson's timeline for a return, Simone Fontecchio has a pathway to maintaining a larger role.

Herro will miss a fifth straight game Tuesday due to a right big toe contusion and remains without a target date to return. His next chance to play comes Friday against Atlanta.

Gueye is in danger of missing his first game of the season. His possible absence would free up some more playing time for Zaccharie Risacher and Asa Newell in the frontcourt, as Kristaps Porzingis (illness) remains on the shelf.

This is a new injury for Daniels, and the severity is unclear. In his most recent outing Sunday against the Bulls, Daniels had eight points (3-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-4 FT), nine rebounds, nine assists and two steals across 39 minutes. Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Vit Krejci could see increased minutes Tuesday with Daniels out.

The veteran forward will hope to rejoin the team for Thursday's tilt in Denver. Ingles hasn't seen the court since Nov. 17 against Dallas, so his absence won't cause any major waves in the rotation.

Grant was previously listed as questionable for Portland, but he appears likely to miss his second straight game. Kris Murray and Sidy Cissoko could pick up some minutes with Grant expected to sit this one out.

Poeltl aggravated his back during Sunday's loss to the Nets, and he's now dealing with a strain. Sandro Mamukelashvili is back in play to rejoin the first unit as a plug-and-play fantasy option, having averaged 16.8 points, 6.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.8 blocks in 32.3 minutes per contest over four games as a starter this season.

McDaniels left Sunday's game early and is dealing with a left oblique contusion. The questionable tag suggests that he'll be day-to-day going forward. Naz Reid could take on a larger role for Minnesota if McDaniels can't give it a go.

Walsh was unable to clear his questionable tag for this contest, but Jaylen Brown (illness) was given the green light. With Walsh out, Sam Hauser, Josh Minott and Hugo Gonzalez could potentially be more involved.

Left knee soreness is likely to keep Holland out Monday. In his expected absence, Caris LeVert and Javonte Green should pick up a few extra minutes off the bench.

Yabusele has seen single-digit minutes in three of his last four games, so his absence won't make many waves for fantasy purposes. With OG Anunoby (ankle) also out, Mohamed Diawara could draw another start.

It sounds like a minor issue for Anunoby, who can be deemed day-to-day ahead of Thursday's battle with the Cavaliers. Mohamed Diawara appears to be in line for a spot start Tuesday, and Mitchell Robinson should also see more playing time in the frontcourt.

The Knicks are calling this right ankle injury management, so this is essentially a maintenance day for the star guard. Presumably, Brunson will be back for Christmas Day against the Cavaliers. Tyler Kolek and Jordan Clarkson could see extended run with Brunson out of the lineup Tuesday.

Wolf was held scoreless Sunday, which doesn't bode well for his chances of gaining playing time going forward. The rookie forward has still been a solid rotation piece, having averaged 10.3 points, 5.2 rebounds and 2.1 assists in 22.3 minutes per contest over his last 10 games.

Doncic left Saturday's loss to the Clippers early, but it doesn't sound like he's dealing with a significant injury. The Lakers are set to release their official injury report for Tuesday's game against the Suns at some point Monday, which will offer more clarity on Doncic's status.

Reaves has missed the past three games for the Lakers, but the guard has been upgraded to day-to-day with his left calf strain. For now, he can be considered questionable for Tuesday's game against the Suns.

The Nuggets are likely to confirm the veteran center's status closer to tipoff. He's averaged 9.5 points, 4.1 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 13.6 minutes per contest over eight games this month as Nikola Jokic's top backup.

Risacher was able to get in on the action amidst Sunday's free-flowing affair, but his contributions outside the scoring department remain rather disappointing. Over his last nine games, the second-year forward has averaged 9.9 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.3 steals in 24.3 minutes per contest.

Ayton has missed the past two games for the Lakers, but the big man appears close to a return. More clarity can be expected once the Lakers release their injury report Monday evening, but for now, Ayton can be considered questionable for Tuesday's game against the Suns.

While Barnes scored a season-low six points, he was still able to fill up the entire box score. Fantasy managers should view Sunday's scoring output as an anomaly, as Barnes has averaged 17.1 points, 8.1 rebounds, 5.3 assists, 1.8 blocks and 1.2 steals per contest in nine games this month.

Gobert matched a season high in rebounding Sunday, also recording a full stat line. The star big man continues to be a reliable fantasy producer in all formats. Gobert has averaged 14.1 points, 12.7 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.1 blocks per contest in nine games this month, shooting 74.6 percent from the floor.

Westbrook was one of four Kings to eclipse 20 points -- he combined with DeMar DeRozan, Keegan Murray and Dennis Schroder for a total of 98 points in the comeback win. Westbrook continues to defy Father Time with averages of 16.2 points, 8.3 assists, 7.7 rebounds and 1.8 steals over his last six outings.

It was perhaps a season-worst performance for Harper, who scored a season-low one point while failing to hit a single field goal. There should continue to be some growing pains for the 2025 No. 2 overall pick, who has averaged 11.9 points, 3.5 assists, 2.8 rebounds and 0.8 steals in 20.6 minutes per contest across his last 12 games.

After picking up two straight DNP-CD's, Monk finally got off the bench in Sunday's win. With Nique Clifford becoming more involved for the Kings, Monk appears to be the odd man out.

After playing above 30 minutes Dec. 11 and Dec. 18, Ellis has now seen 10 or fewer minutes in two straight games. With such a volatile role, he remains off the fantasy radar in standard formats. A change of scenery could do him some good at this point.

The Spurs continue to ease the superstar big man back into action, with Wembanyama coming off the bench for the fourth game in a row. Fantasy managers should remain patient with Wembanyama as he becomes further removed from a calf strain that recently cost him multiple weeks. He's still averaged 18.3 points, 9.5 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 2.5 blocks in just 21.3 minutes per game over his past four outings.

Markkanen is set to return following a two-game absence. With Markkanen returning, Kyle Filipowski's upside will take a hit, and Taylor Hendricks could be less involved for Utah. There's no word on any restrictions for Markkanen.

Johnson narrowly missed what would've been his third double-double of the season, providing a nice lift off the bench. The swingman is still trending in the wrong direction overall from a fantasy standpoint, with Johnson averaging 11.0 points, 6.7 rebounds and 0.8 assists in 19.0 minutes per contest over his last six games.

Caruso's next chance to play comes on a short turnaround Tuesday in San Antonio. His vacated minutes figure to be dispersed among Luguentz Dort, Ajay Mitchell and Cason Wallace, especially if Aaron Wiggins (adductor) can't play.

Thompson was previously listed as questionable for Dallas, but it appears that he will likely give it a go. Over his last seven appearances, he's averaging 10.6 points, 2.7 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 2.6 three-pointers.

The Pacers listed Furphy as questionable after his best game of the season Saturday against the Pelicans -- he had 18 points and two rebounds over 23 minutes. T.J. McConnell (knee) is sidelined Monday, so there are some minutes up for grabs in Indiana.

Ball carried a probable tag coming into Monday's contest, and as expected, he will officially shed his injury designation. In 18 games this season, Ball has averaged 19.2 points, 8.6 assists, 5.6 rebounds, 1.2 steals, 0.3 blocks and 2.7 threes across 28.6 minutes. While Ball will suit up Monday, it's likely he'll rest during the second half of Charlotte's back-to-back set Tuesday against Washington.

This will mark Sexton's seventh consecutive absence due to his quad injury, and there is no clear timetable for his return. However, he appears to be trending in the right direction after receiving doubtful tags ahead of the past two contests. Josh Green and Sion James may see extended run Monday as a result.

McConnell will be listed as day-to-day moving forward with left knee soreness. In his absence, more minutes will be available for players such as Quenton Jackson and Ethan Thompson.

Kalkbrenner was unable to shake his questionable tag and will miss the front end of this back-to-back set. Consider him questionable to face the Wizards on Tuesday. In his absence, the Hornets will likely rely heavily on Moussa Diabate.

Clarke missed the first 26 games of the season recovering from a knee injury and appeared in only one full game before straining his calf just four minutes into his second contest. Santi Aldama and Jock Landale will likely see increased roles as a result.

Holmgren was unable to shake his questionable tag and will miss the front end of this back-to-back set. Isaiah Hartenstein (lower leg) and Jaylin Williams (heel) have already been ruled out, so the Thunder could deploy some small-ball lineups Monday. Kenrich Williams and Branden Carlson could be in the mix for more run as a result.

Jones took a shot to the face during Saturday's win over the Pacers, which ended his night early. That resulted in a migraine, but he has since been able to clear his questionable tag. He's unlikely to face any restrictions against Dallas.

Embiid was unable to play Saturday against the Mavericks, his second straight game on the shelf. However, coach Nick Nurse noted that he was feeling and moving around better at Monday's practice. More clarity on Embiid's status for Tuesday's game against the Nets will be known once the 76ers release their injury report.

Flagg remains questionable on the official injury report for Monday's game against the Pelicans due to a back contusion, but his participation Monday morning bodes well for his status. Over his last three games, Flagg is averaging 29.7 points, 7.0 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 2.0 blocks.

Felton is dealing with a left quad injury and was ultimately held out of Sunday's contest. It's unclear when he'll be able to suit up again.

While James started the NBA season as a member of the rotation, averaging 11.8 minutes in his first nine games (which includes a spot start Nov. 15 against Milwaukee), he has not seen the court meaningfully since. However, with the Lakers dealing with a multitude of injuries, James may reappear in the rotation, likely off the bench.

Eason made his first appearance for the Rockets since Nov. 14, after he had initially been sidelined due to a right oblique strain before having his return further delayed when he experienced general soreness in his left lower leg during the ramp-up process. The fourth-year forward was able to avoid a major setback due to the latter issue and excelled in his return Sunday, with his 16-point effort fueled by some red-hot shooting from downtown. A career 36.8 percent shooter from long distance, Eason shouldn't be relied upon to make a regular impact in that area, but he's proven to be an excellent per-minute contributor in the rebounds, steals and blocks categories. Eason could see his playing time tick up slightly in future games, though he'll have a ceiling on his minutes upside while the likes of Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith and Alperen Sengun are all available in the Houston frontcourt.

Jones has yet to appear in a game for the Pacers but has split time with the team's G League affiliate. He will likely continue to do so for the remainder of the season and could see a role if T.J. McConnell (knee) is forced to miss time.

Jackson has spent time with both the Grizzlies and their G League affiliate but has not appeared in an NBA game since. Nov. 22. In eight G League contests, Jackson has averaged 19.4 points, 6.9 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 1.0 steals, 1.4 blocks and 1.9 threes across 33.4 minutes.

Kelly is a potential candidate to be called up by the Mavericks and is deemed questionable to appear in Monday's game against the Pelicans. In 14 games with the Legends, Kelly has averaged 19.1 points, 6.1 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 0.9 steals, 0.1 blocks and 3.2 threes across 31.4 minutes.

With Steven Adams resting, Capela picked up a handful of minutes Sunday. He saw seven or fewer minutes in his previous three contests, and he remains miles off the fantasy radar.

Touches are not easy to come by in San Antonio, but Barnes keeps humming along as a low-end fantasy contributor. Across 28 regular-season contests, Barnes holds averages of 12.6 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.0 steals and 2.2 three-pointers in 30.0 minutes per contest.

Oduro stuffed the stat sheet and helped the Squadron win with his all-around effort. On the season, Oduro is averaging 12.5 points, 6.3 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.0 blocks across 26.7 minutes.

Brown is set to return from a one-game absence after shedding his questionable tag. With Brown back in the lineup, there will be less minutes available for guys like Sam Hauser and Hugo Gonzalez. Jordan Walsh (illness) remains questionable for Boston.

Brooks led the team in scoring off the bench and recorded his fourth game of at least 20 points this season. In 16 games with the Squadron, Brooks has averaged 14.6 points, 5.5 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 0.6 steals, 0.3 blocks and 1.8 threes across 25.5 minutes.

Making his return from a four-game absence due to right Achilles tendinopathy, Conley ended up handling a prominent role off the bench and came through with a quality stat line during his time on the court. Conley is averaging 19.3 minutes per game on the season, but the Timberwolves had more playing time up for grabs after Jaden McDaniels (hip) missed the entire second half. Expect the Timberwolves to peel back Conley's minutes a bit if McDaniels is available to play Tuesday against the Knicks.

McLaughlin led the team in scoring and recorded his sixth game with at least 15 points. In 10 G League games, he's averaged 14.2 points, 2.7 rebounds, 5.5 assists, 0.8 steals, 0.4 blocks and 2.4 threes across 31.7 minutes.

Williams hasn't been very involved for the Nets lately, and it's hard to see that changing. Plus, the Nets will be looking to get their rookies more involved down the stretch. Over his last four outings, Williams has averaged 19.9 minutes per contest with 4.3 points, 2.3 rebounds and 1.3 steals.

Bufkin recorded his sixth game with at least 20 points and was a big part of South Bay's victory over the Herd. In nine G League games, Bufkin averages 24.3 points, 4.1 rebounds, 3.9 assists, 0.9 steals, 0.4 blocks and 3.1 threes across 31.8 minutes.

Tilmon missed games against the Iowa Wolves but was able to suit up in a limited fashion against South Bay. He is likely part of a ramp-up process and will play more minutes in the Herd's next game.

McNeeley is coming off a productive stint in the G League. During Sunday's 127-117 G League win over the San Diego Clippers, he produced 22 points (6-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 5-7 FT), five rebounds, two assists and two blocks across 32 minutes. He'll be competing with Josh Green for a rotation spot moving forward.

Sharpe has excelled as Nic Claxton's backup in Brooklyn. Over his last four outings, Sharpe has produced 11th-round fantasy value in just 16.0 minutes per contest with 7.0 points, 5.8 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.0 steals on 58.8 percent shooting from the field.

Mann is trending in the right direction and is picking up steam as a waiver-wire pickup. Over his last four games, he's averaging 8.3 points, 4.8 assists, 3.8 rebounds, 1.3 steals and 1.3 three-pointers in 26.0 minutes, good for eighth-round value in nine-category formats.

Anderson and Cormac Ryan paced the team in scoring, but they could not propel the Herd to victory. In 13 G League games, Anderson averages 8.5 points, 3.3 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 0.5 steals and 0.6 blocks across 17.7 minutes.

The Grizzlies are in urgent need of some frontcourt depth with Zach Edey (ankle) and Brandon Clarke (calf) both banged up. Koloko has had stints with the Lakers and Raptors, and he holds career averages of 2.8 points, 2.7 rebounds and 0.8 blocks in 11.9 minutes across 97 appearances.

Jakob Poeltl (back) returned from a two-game absence Sunday, only to leave the game for good after seven minutes due to a setback. That could mean a few more minutes per game for the rookie if Poeltl misses time, but Murray-Boyles' fantasy appeal has been lacking recently. Over his last five games, Murray-Boyles is averaging 6.2 points, 4.4 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 0.6 blocks in 19.0 minutes per contest.

Walter, who normally sees minutes in the teens, picked up some run due to the lopsided score. RJ Barrett (knee) is said to be nearing a return, at which point Walter could struggle to find consistent minutes.

Bamba logged his ninth double-double of the season and has dominated the glass along with frontcourt partner Oscar Tshiebwe. In 14 G League games, Bamba has averaged 16.5 points, 11.9 rebounds, 1.4 assists, 0.4 steals and 2.7 blocks across 28.7 minutes.

This was another solid all-around performance from Anunoby as New York's two-way engine. Through 19 games, Anunoby is on pace for fifth-round value in nine-category formats on a per-game basis with averages of 15.5 points, 5.1 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 1.8 steals, 0.7 blocks and 2.3 three-pointers.

This was just another day at the office for Powell as he continues to put up some impressive numbers with his new squad. Through 24 regular-season appearances, he's shooting 48.3 percent from the field and 41.5 percent from beyond the arc to go with averages of 24.0 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.3 steals.

Dennis paced the team in scoring, but his efforts were not enough to elevate Stockton to a win as they fell short. In 16 G League games, Dennis has averaged 15.6 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 1.0 steals, 0.4 blocks and 2.9 threes across 31.8 minutes.

Davion Mitchell (ankle) was back from a one-game absence, but Smith's role didn't change -- the Heat gave Kasparas Jakucionis a spot start Friday against Boston. Miami coach Erik Spoelstra seems to like Smith as the point guard with the second unit, so he's likely going to continue seeing minutes in the teens moving forward.

Washington did everything in his power to propel his team to a victory, ending just three assists shy of a triple-double, but his efforts were not enough, and San Diego fell short. In 16 G League games, Washington has averaged 19.9 points, 5.2 rebounds, 5.6 assists, 1.6 steals, 0.2 blocks and 2.9 threes across 36.1 minutes.

With Vit Krejci picking up steam in Atlanta, Kennard is becoming an afterthought at the edge of the rotation. Over his last five outings, Kennard has been limited to 17.7 minutes with 3.8 points, 1.6 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 0.8 three-pointers.

Robinson-Earl finished as the team's third-leading scorer and also hauled in a game-high 21 rebounds during the loss. The 6-foot-9 forward has gotten off to a strong start across his first two games since joining the Legends, compiling two double-doubles while averaging 15.0 points and 15.5 rebounds.

Onyeka Okongwu saw 40 minutes in this contest, limiting Gueye to scraps off the bench. Gueye is averaging 13.1 minutes over his last five outings, so even with Kristaps Porzingis (illness) sidelined, there isn't much fantasy appeal here.

Hall led all players with an impressive 16 boards and notched his fourth double-double of the G League season. In 11 games with the Swarm, he's averaged 13.7 points, 9.0 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.5 blocks and 0.5 steals across 27.2 minutes.

With the Bulls mostly healthy again, Okoro's minutes have been held in check -- he's seen an average of 19.5 minutes per contest over his last two games. He's not a high-usage player, so despite the solid line Sunday, his value is likely going to be limited to deeper formats in the short term.

McNeeley hasn't played very many G League games due to splitting time with the NBA club, but he has been very effective when he does take the court for Greensboro. In four games, he has averaged 19.3 points, 7.5 rebounds, 6.3 assists, 1.0 steals, 1.0 blocks and 1.0 threes across 34.9 minutes.

Broome was dominant in the win, setting new season-high totals in both points scored and rebounds en route to compiling his fifth double-double of the campaign. However, he shot the ball inefficiently, connecting on just 44.4 percent of his field-goal attempts and 12.5 percent of his three-point tries. The rookie second-round pick has seen limited action across his six appearances in the NBA, and he should continue to see the majority of his playing time in the G League.

In addition to recording a double-double, Brown tied Liam McNeeley to pace the team in points. In 16 games with the Swarm, Brown has averaged 14.3 points, 3.7 rebounds, 5.6 assists, 1.1 steals, 0.4 blocks and 1.6 threes across 27.3 minutes.

Castle had a woeful shooting performance, but his efficiency from the charity stripe and his excellent playmaking allowed him to deliver a strong fantasy line. Castle has scored at least 17 points in six games since returning from a hip injury, averaging 20.3 points, 5.2 rebounds and 6.2 assists per game in that stretch.

Davis was dominant during the victory, as he led the team in both points scored and assists despite coming off the bench. Sunday's outing also marked the ninth time this season that the 24-year-old has topped 20 points scored across just 15 appearances.

Kornet continues to start while Victor Wembanyama is being brought back into the mix slowly following his calf injury, and the former is making the most of his opportunities. The big man has scored in double digits in three of his last five outings, and this was his third double-double of the season. He's averaging 7.7 points, 7.1 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.6 blocks per game as a starter, so he might have some streaming upside as long as he stays in the first unit.

Ryan was the Herd's leading scorer and shot an efficient 53.3 percent from the field. The 6-foot-5 guard also set new season-high totals in both assists and steals, averaging 16.9 points, 3.7 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.6 steals across seven games played.

Shulga notched his third game with at least 20 points, and the Maine Celtics are 3-0 when he crosses that scoring threshold. On the season, Shulga is averaging 15.4 points, 5.1 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.4 steals, 0.4 blocks and 2.2 threes across 33.0 minutes.

Fox bounced back admirably from the eight-point effort he posted in the win over the Hawks on Friday, and this was his third-best scoring output of the entire month. Fox has scored 20 or more points in six of his nine December appearances and should remain the Spurs' go-to option on offense until Victor Wembanyama returns to the starting lineup.

Jones Garcia has been Austin's best scorer by far and paced the entire team again Sunday. Through seven games in the G League, he's averaged 29.4 points, 6.9 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 2.0 steals, 0.6 blocks and 2.3 threes across 33.1 minutes.

McCollum didn't have his best shooting performance, but he still managed to reach the 15-point mark for the sixth time across his last seven appearances. McCollum is averaging 21.3 points per game while shooting 42.6 percent from three-point range over that stretch.

Johnson continues to play off the bench for the Wizards since returning from a hip injury that sidelined him for seven games between Nov. 22 and Dec. 6. He's scored in double digits in three of those five contests, but this was one of his best scoring outputs to date. Johnson has scored in double digits in all but six of his 20 games this season.

Vukcevic wasn't sharp in terms of percentages, as he needed 19 shots to score 18 points and missed seven of his nine three-pointers. However, he still rounded out a solid stat line, ending one rebound shy of a double-double and adding a season-high three blocks. Vukcevic got the start due to the absence of Alex Sarr (thigh) and Marvin Bagley (calf), who were likely only sidelined because Sunday's contest was the second half of a back-to-back set.

Thompson was very close to triple-double territory in the loss, falling a rebound and two assists short of the milestone. Thompson has had perfect attendance this season, and although he's averaging only 17.5 points per game, he's been a very consistent multi-category producer with uncapped upside when the game is flowing in his direction.

Surprisingly, Sunday marked Durant's first double-double of the season, although he's come tantalizingly close to the milestone several times. Durant is enjoying an excellent December, averaging 26.6 points, 5.1 rebounds, 5.4 assists, and 1.3 blocked shots over nine games.

Although Sengun finished with an excellent scoring total, he lost the rebound race under the basket to Maxime Raynaud and relied on Kevin Durant to pick up the slack off the glass. Sunday marked Sengun's second 28-point total over the past three games, and aside from a hiccup against the Nuggets, he's played extremely well after his two-game absence. Over five games, Sengun has averaged 23.8 points, 9.6 rebounds, 6.0 assists, 2.2 steals and 1.2 blocked shots.

Raynaud was effective once again as the Kings' replacement at center with his third consecutive double-double. The streak may be enough to give him the backup job for good, as Drew Eubanks (thumb) and Precious Achiuwa have failed to meet expectations as fill-in candidates for Domantas Sabonis (knee). Those in need of center assistance should consider Raynaud, who will likely continue to post decent numbers over the next month while Sabonis remains sidelined.

The Kings ended a five-game skid thanks to inspired performances throughout the first unit, with DeRozan finishing as the high scorer in the overtime victory. The veteran has had mixed success in an adjusted role due to Zach LaVine's (ankle) absence, spending more time in the backcourt as a complement to Russell Westbrook. Although he blew up for 33 points earlier in the week, DeRozan also experienced some of his lowest scoring totals of the season during the switch. While he can explode on any given night, his 18.4 point-per-game average this season is on pace to be his worst scoring average since 2012.

Schroder sank a three-pointer with two seconds left to give the Kings the win in an overtime thriller. Despite coming off the bench, Schroder has averaged a solid 27.5 minutes per game since returning from an ankle injury. Russell Westbrook took over at point guard during the absence, and although a switch isn't expected, Schroder is making a case to get his old job back.

DiVincenzo remains locked in from beyond the arc, as he's now drained four or more triples in four of his last five appearances. He's also been a factor on the opposite end during this stretch, averaging 1.8 steals in 34.4 minutes per game.

Edwards struggled to find his rhythm on the offensive end, but that didn't stop him from chucking. He led the Wolves in points as a result and has poured in 20-plus points in back-to-back games after missing three contests with a foot injury. Edwards also showed up as a distributor Sunday, posting his best assist total since Nov. 30.

Rollins has managed to produce in two matchups since being shifted to the bench. He's scored in double figures in both games while remaining involved as a facilitator (10 total assists). However, it's worth noting that Rollins saw a slight decrease in usage Sunday night after logging 28 minutes off the bench Thursday. He's been held to 23 minutes or fewer in three of his last five games after averaging 31.8 minutes per matchup over 26 starts earlier this year.

Kuzma attempted only five shots from the field but managed to score in double digits by attempting a season-high eight shots from the charity stripe. He was also active on the boards, pulling down 10 or more rebounds for the first time since Nov. 26. Kuzma is averaging 17.0 points, 6.4 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 29.8 minutes over his last five games.

Portis entered the starting lineup Sunday following a handful of strong outings, and he responded by posting his third double-double in his last four games. He wasn't quite as efficient from the field as he had been to begin the month (52.3 percent over seven appearances), but he still managed to provide a solid scoring boost. Whether he remains in the starting lineup or shifts back to the bench, Portis should continue to see high usage while the Bucks are without the services of Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf).