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Jaylin Williams
Ejected Saturday

After a scuffle near the end of the second quarter, Williams, along with Ajay Mitchell, Cason Wallace and Justin Champagnie were ejected from the contest. The 23-year-old went scoreless (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 0-0) with four rebounds and one block in nine minutes of work. The Thunder will be in action again on Monday in Philadelphia, although it's unknown if Williams will be available for that one. If not, Kenrich Williams would be the favorite to take his place in the rotation.

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Alperen Sengun
Cleared to face Miami

Sengun will shed a questionable tag in time to face Miami on Saturday night. The star center was a late addition to the injury report Saturday due to back tightness. In his last 11 games, Sengun is averaging 19.5 points, 7.6 rebounds and 5.5 assists across 31.7 minutes.

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Cason Wallace
Ejected from Saturday's contest

Wallace was one of four players tossed from the game following a multi-player altercation in the second half. Before his early exit, the sophomore guard recorded four points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three assists and two rebounds across 15 minutes of action. With both Wallace and Ajay Mitchell ejected from this contest, the Thunder will likely lean more heavily on Isaiah Joe and Alex Caruso to close out the backcourt minutes against Washington.

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Justin Champagnie
Ejected Saturday

Champagnie is one of four players ejected following the altercation, and the only Wizard to be booted from the contest. He'll finish the game with three points (1-3 FG, 1-1 3Pt), one rebound, one assist and one steal across 14 minutes. Anthony Gill and Jamir Watkins should see more action for the remainder of the contest. Assuming no further punishment is handed down by the league, Champagnie should be back in action Sunday against the Knicks.

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Ajay Mitchell
Ejected from game

Mitchell was one of four players ejected from this contest for getting involved in the group altercation. Mitchell will finish the contest with 14 points (6-10 FG, 2-2 3Pt), three assists, one rebounds and one steal in 15 minutes.

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Jalen Johnson
Sidelined Saturday

Johnson will miss his first game of the month due to left shoulder inflammation, snapping a consistent run of elite production. The versatile forward has been a triple-double threat every time he takes the floor, falling just one assist shy of his 14th triple-double of the season in Wednesday's win over Dallas. With Johnson sidelined, Jonathan Kuminga is the primary candidate to enter the starting lineup and should see a significant increase in usage.

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Rayan Rupert
Inactive Saturday

GG Jackson (knee), and DeJon Jarreau (ankle) are both available. While the Grizzlies won't have Ty Jerome (calf), Rupert won't be needed versus Charlotte.

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Donovan Mitchell
Available for Saturday's contest

Mitchell will return to the starting lineup after a one-game absence caused by a left eye contusion. While his return leaves less usage for Keon Ellis and Dennis Schroder, both guards could still see decent usage Saturday with Jaylon Tyson (toe) ruled out. Tyson had moved into the starting unit during Mitchell's absence on Thursday, but his sideline status leaves a void in the wing rotation. Expect Ellis and Schroder to maintain a presence in the rotation to help bridge the gap, though Mitchell and James Harden will resume their roles as the primary engines of the Cleveland offense.

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Jaylon Tyson
Out for Saturday

No surprise here, as Tyson was previously listed as doubtful. Nae'Qwon Tomlin and Keon Ellis could see a bump in minutes with this news.

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DeJon Jarreau
Will play Saturday

Jarreau had 13 points in Friday's loss to Boston. He popped up on the injury report because of right ankle soreness. Fortunately, the 28-year-old is good to go. Jarreau has averaged 21.3 minutes in four appearances with Memphis this season. However, he's averaged only 7.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 0.8 steals and 0.5 blocks.

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Gary Payton
No-go Saturday

Payton will be sidelined Saturday for injury management purposes. His absence should leave more opportunities for Pat Spencer and Will Richard. Payton's next chance to play will come Monday at Dallas.

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Ty Jerome
Officially out Saturday

Jerome was listed as doubtful ahead of Saturday's game, so his absence doesn't come as much of a surprise. The 28-year-old point guard has been dealing with the lingering effects of a calf injury that cost him the first half of the 2025-26 regular season. With Jerome on the sidelines, look for Javon Small and Cam Spencer to see more action. Jerome's next chance to play will come Monday at Atlanta.

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GG Jackson
Available to play Saturday

Jackson is available to return for the second leg of Memphis' back-to-back set after sitting out Friday's loss to Boston due to left knee soreness. His return likely shifts Taylor Hendricks back to a reserve role, though the Grizzlies may still look to monitor Jackson's workload given the quick turnaround and his recent history with lower-body ailments.

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Jalen Johnson
Considered questionable Saturday

Johnson hasn't missed a game in March. However, he's now on the injury report because of left shoulder inflammation, putting that streak in jeopardy. If he can't suit up, Jonathan Kuminga (knee), who is available, would be the favorite to replace him in the rotation.

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Peyton Watson
Officially listed as questionable

A previous report from Shams Charania of ESPN noted Watson is expected to be available for Sunday's contest, but the 23-year-old forward has been officially labeled questionable. Still, fantasy managers should plan for Watson making his return from a 19-game absence. Given the lengthy layoff, Watson could be under a minutes restriction Sunday.

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Stephen Curry
To be re-evaluated Tuesday

While Curry will remain sidelined for Saturday's game against the Hawks and Monday's matchup in Dallas, the impending Tuesday re-evaluation is the most significant milestone in his recovery to date. The superstar guard has already begun intensifying his on-court activity and is expected to be incorporated into live practices over the coming days. If the Tuesday checkup goes well, there is "cautious optimism" that Curry could return to the lineup as early as Wednesday's home game against the Nets. In the meantime, Brandin Podziemski and De'Anthony Melton will continue to handle the bulk of the backcourt minutes for a Warriors team fighting to maintain its spot in the play-in race.

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Asa Newell
Shines in win Saturday

He had 18 points, seven boards, three blocks and one steal when these clubs met on Thursday. While Newell went without an assist for a second-straight contest, he certainly made up for it on the offensive end Saturday.

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Moses Moody
Making progress in recovery

Moody's recovery from a sprained right wrist has been slower than anticipated, but he's begun to ramp up his on-court work recently. With the next step being involved in live action drills, it looks like Moody still has a way to go before being cleared for game action. Still, it's an encouraging sign considering head coach Steve Kerr said earlier in the week that Moody was simply behind schedule. Moody will be evaluated again Tuesday.

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Wendell Carter
Cleared to face Lakers

Carter will shed a questionable tag to play in Saturday's contest. He had been dealing with a bruised left rib. Carter's return will likely push Goga Bitadze back to the second unit.

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Landry Shamet
Won't play Sunday

Shamet picked up a knee injury in the Knicks' most recent game, and the injury is officially being labeled as right knee soreness. The issue will prevent Shamet from suiting up Sunday, which will open up more minutes for Jordan Clarkson and Jose Alvarado. Shamet's next chance to play will come Tuesday against New Orleans.

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Josh Hart
Questionable for Sunday

Hart missed Friday's loss to the Nets due to a right knee issue, and his status for Sunday remains up in the air. The veteran wing has been in and out of the lineup lately due to knee soreness, though he was spectacular in his last appearance on Tuesday, erupting for a season-high 33 points in just 26 minutes.

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Justin Champagnie
Starting versus OKC

Kyshawn George (elbow) and Trae Young (back/quadriceps) are both sidelined, so Champagnie will move into the starting lineup versus the champs. The 24-year-old has averaged 10.1 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.1 assists, 0.6 blocks and 0.6 steals in 16 starts throughout the campaign.

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Sharife Cooper
Rejoining reserves

Cooper made his first start of the season Thursday, but the 24-year-old guard will head back to the second unit for Saturday's contest. With Trae Young (quadriceps) and Tre Johnson (foot) sidelined, Cooper should have a role off the bench.

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Jaylen Brown
Probable for Sunday

Brown likely picked up the bruise during Friday's 30-point performance against the Grizzlies, but the probable tag suggests it won't force him to the sidelines. The star wing has been on an absolute tear lately, averaging 34.3 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 5.7 assists over his last three outings while shooting 36-of-38 from the charity stripe. Assuming he's cleared following Sunday's shootaround, Brown will look to extend his streak of 30-point games to four against a tough Minnesota defense.

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Aaron Wiggins
Coming off bench

Wiggins made a spot start Thursday, but with Isaiah Hartenstein back in action Saturday, Wiggins will move back to the second unit. The 27-year-old logged 17 points, seven rebounds, three assists and two steals across 34 minutes during Thursday's start.

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Julian Reese
Sitting out another game

Reese will be inactive for a third straight game while the Wizards manage his availability as the season winds down. After Saturday, the two-way big man will be eligible to play in eight of the Wizards' remaining 12 contests.

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Royce O'Neale
Ruled out Saturday

O'Neale will miss his second consecutive contest due to left knee soreness, marking the first time all season the veteran forward has been sidelined for multiple games. His absence should lead to another start for either Jordan Goodwin or Rasheer Fleming. Prior to the injury, O'Neale had been a vital floor-spacer for Phoenix, shooting 40.3 percent from deep on the season. His next opportunity to return to the lineup will come Sunday against the Raptors.

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Grayson Allen
Sitting Saturday

Allen will miss a third straight game due to soreness in his left knee. His next chance to play will come Sunday against Toronto. In the meantime, look for Ryan Dunn and Rasheer Fleming to see more playing time.

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Austin Reaves
Available to play Saturday

Reaves popped up on the injury report because of left hip soreness. Fortunately, he'll avoid his first absence in over a month. The 27-year-old is averaging a career-high 23.5 points with 4.8 rebounds, 5.5 assists, 1.1 steals and 0.4 blocks. While Reaves hasn't been as potent on the scoring end since the beginning of the season, he'll have a favorable opportunity to get things going Saturday against an Orlando squad that's struggled defensively at home since the All-Star break.

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AJ Johnson
Brought up from G League

Johnson will rejoin the NBA club ahead of the Mavericks' matchup with the Clippers on Saturday night. Johnson has appeared in 15 games since being traded to Dallas in February, averaging 2.8 points, 1.0 rebounds and 0.9 assists across 9.3 minutes.

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Enrique Freeman
Posts double-double in G League

Freeman achieved his best scoring total in the last seven games while adding double-digit rebounds for the third straight time in G League play. Despite his minimal involvement with the NBA squad, the two-way forward remains a key member of the affiliate team's rotation, tallying 15 double-doubles over 36 appearances.

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Naz Reid
Tabbed questionable

Reid has missed back-to-back games due to a sprained right ankle, but the 26-year-old big man has a chance to return Sunday. Reid's absence has allowed Joan Beringer and Kyle Anderson to see an uptick in playing time.

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Will Riley
Available to play Saturday

Riley was considered questionable heading into this one. However, he'll avoid his first absence since January 9. The 2025 No. 21 overall pick has had the best month of his inaugural career, averaging 15.0 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 0.8 steals and 0.1 blocks in March (10 games). He's also started in each of the Wizards' previous six contests. That trend should continue, considering Tre Johnson (foot) and Trae Young (back) aren't available.

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Jules Bernard
Strong effort in win

Bernard recorded a variety of actions for a great performance in his second straight G League start. He's now fourth among Iowa players with a regular-season average of 23.9 points per game, but he had fallen below that mark in eight successive appearances prior to Friday's contest.

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Alperen Sengun
Nursing back injury

Sengun missed two games earlier in the week due to a back issue but played in each of the Rockets' last two games, posting a double-double in both contests. If he's unable to play Saturday, then Clint Capela and Dorian Finney-Smith would be the top candidates to enter the Rockets' starting lineup.

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Tre Johnson
Won't play Saturday

Johnson will miss the opening leg of a back-to-back set due to soreness in his right foot. His absence could open up more opportunities for Sharife Cooper, Jamir Watkins and Jaden Hardy. It'll be Johnson's first absence since Feb. 8.

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Kira Lewis
Leads team in scoring Friday

Lewis made a positive impact off the second unit, although it was not enough for his squad to avoid defeat. The guard has barely managed to post double-digit scoring counts in eight consecutive appearances, averaging 16.4 points per game over that period.

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John Ukomadu
Efficient performance in win

Ukomadu excelled off the bench with a superb 85.7 percent accuracy from beyond the arc against the Herd. It was his best scoring production in his last 20 appearances. However, he has been limited to a backup role lately, so he'll need to continue to take advantage of every opportunity he gets going forward.

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Malcolm Hill
Scores 24 points in defeat

Hill was heavily involved in shooting tasks, leading his team's offense during Friday's clash. While his performance has been quite consistent throughout the season, Hill is currently in good form with an average of 21.4 points per game over his last five outings.

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Peyton Watson
Slated to return Sunday

Watson has not played since Feb. 4 due to a right hamstring strain, but it appears the fourth-year pro has progressed enough in his recovery to return for the Nuggets on Sunday. He'll likely operate under a minutes restriction, and his return would mean that less bench minutes would be available for the likes of Tim Hardaway and Julian Strawther. Prior to his injury, Watson was averaging 14.9 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.5 threes, 1.2 blocks and 1.0 steals over 30.7 minutes per game.

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DaRon Holmes
Struggles Shooting versus South Bay

Holmes had a rough night shooting the ball while falling one rebound shy of a double-double. However, he still led the Gold in scoring, finishing with two more points than Dane Goodwin and KJ Simpson, who each had 17. Holmes has had a fantastic year in the G League, averaging 20.9 points, 7.8 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.2 blocks and 0.5 steals in 13 contests with Grand Rapids.

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Jae'Sean Tate
Tabbed probable

Tate has been sidelined since Feb. 21 due to a sprained right MCL, but it looks like the veteran forward will be back in action Saturday night. Considering the lengthy layoff, Tate could have his minutes monitored, though he's averaging just 8.4 minutes per game this season.

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Jordan Bell
Double-doubles off bench Friday

Bell boosted his team's all-around power as a second-unit player in his G League season debut. The experienced center is back from a lengthy absence after suffering a knee injury during the 2024-25 campaign, and he could now find a few more opportunities to produce while competing with Samson Johnson for a starting role.

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Kyle Mangas
Nears double-double in victory

Mangas wasn't too efficient, but his long-range shooting effort was enough for him to end up as the top scorer in the game. He also came close to his second double-double of the season by tallying his most rebounds since Feb. 10. He has been a regular starter, with most of his value coming from his average of 16.9 points per contest.

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John Konchar
Trending toward playing Saturday

It looks like Konchar will return from a one-game absence due to a right quad contusion. He played 13 minutes in Wednesday's 147-111 loss to the Timberwolves and finished with three points, five rebounds, one assist and one steal. Konchar could see an uptick in minutes Saturday due to the absence of Brice Sensabaugh (illness).

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Malevy Leons
Questionable to play Saturday

Leons had five points, one board and one assist in 11 minutes of work in Friday's 115-101 loss to Detroit. He suffered a sprained wrist in that contest, so he's in jeopardy of missing Saturday's game against Atlanta. The 26-year-old has averaged only 2.4 points, 1.7 rebounds, 0.7 assists, 0.4 blocks and 0.3 steals in March, meaning his absence won't leave the Warriors with a massive void to fill, even with the club featuring a loaded injury report.

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Julian Reese
Strong performance in G League

The two-way player had been inactive for the Wizards in their last two games while he's eligible to play in just eight of the team's final 13 contests, but he was able to stay sharp by getting some extended run in Friday with Washington's G League affiliate. He'll presumably rejoin the Wizards ahead of Saturday's game against the Thunder, but it's unclear if Washington will keep him active.

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Gary Payton
Questionable versus Atlanta

Payton had 14 points in Friday's loss to Detroit. However, he's now in danger of missing Saturday's contest because of knee soreness. With De'Anthony Melton (knee) potentially taking the night off for injury management purposes, the Warriors may look to Pat Spencer and Will Richard to get more involved on both ends of the floor.

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Chris Livingston
Earns double-double in win

Livingston prolonged a fine run of form, posting 30-plus points for the third consecutive time and securing his second double-double over that span. The 22-year-old forward has remained productive over the last few weeks since joining the Go-Go from the Cleveland Charge, with his averages of 20.3 points and 8.3 rebounds per game ranking third and second, respectively, on the squad.

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DeJon Jarreau
Nursing ankle injury

Jarreau may have tweaked his ankle during the Grizzlies' 117-112 loss to the Celtics on Friday, when he played 27 minutes and finished with 13 points (6-14 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 0-1 FT), six rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block. Jarreau has played 23-plus minutes in three of four outings with the Grizzlies, and that playing time would be absorbed by Walter Clayton, Cam Spencer and Javon Small if Jarreau is unable to play Saturday.

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De'Anthony Melton
Questionable versus Hawks

Melton had only five points in Wednesday's loss to Boston. While he managed to turn things around offensively versus Detroit, the Warriors may not have him Saturday, the second of back-to-back outings. With Gary Payton II (knee) also in danger of missing this one, Pat Spencer, averaging 11.2 points, 5.2 assists, 3.5 rebounds and 1.3 steals in 12 starts throughout the campaign, could find himself back in the starting lineup. If anything, Spencer might see more work. The same would apply to Will Richard.

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Jahmai Mashack
Not playing Saturday

Maschack is set to miss a third consecutive game while recovering from a left ankle sprain, and his next chance to return is Monday against the Hawks. Cam Spencer and Rayan Rupert should continue to operate in expanded roles for as long as Maschack is out of action.

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Jonathan Kuminga
Off injury report

Kuminga did not play in Friday's game against the Rockets while managing a knee injury, but the fifth-year pro will be available to play Saturday against the team that selected him in the first round of the 2021 NBA Draft. In six games (one start) with the Hawks, Kuminga is averaging 14.8 points, 7.5 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.2 threes and 1.0 steals over 22.7 minutes per game.

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Caleb Love
Logs 33 points in G League loss

Love led his side in scoring while registering G League season highs in points and rebounds Friday. Currently signed to a two-way contract, the guard has played exclusively for the Remix since Feb. 22, averaging 25.2 points, 3.7 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.3 steals per game.

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Cedric Coward
Missing Saturday's game

Coward will miss both games of the Grizzlies' back-to-back set while attending to a personal matter, and his next opportunity to play is Monday against the Hawks. Javon Small figures to stay in Memphis' starting lineup due to Coward's absence.

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Draymond Green
Questionable against Hawks

Green went scoreless in 22 minutes in Friday's loss to Detroit. It's the second of a back-to-back, so there's a good chance Green may not suit up Saturday against Atlanta. Unfortunately, the Warriors are already down Al Horford (calf) and Kristaps Porzingis (back). Quinten Post (foot) is also considered questionable. If Green and Post also aren't available, Omer Yurtseven and Gui Santos would be the favorites to split time in the middle.

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GG Jackson
Questionable to play Saturday

Jackson was unable to play in Friday's game against the Celtics due to left knee soreness, but he has a chance to return for the second leg of the Grizzlies' back-to-back set Saturday. If he's not cleared to play, then Taylor Hendricks would likely stay in Memphis' starting lineup.

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Taj Gibson
Fades injury report

Gibson did not play in Friday's loss to the Celtics due to a foot injury, but the veteran big man will be available for the second leg of the Grizzlies' back-to-back set Saturday. He has averaged 2.0 points and 3.0 rebounds over 9.7 minutes per game across three outings with Memphis this season.

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Ty Jerome
Unlikely to play Saturday

Jerome has played in each of the Grizzlies' last two games, though he'll likely sit out of Saturday's contest while managing a right calf injury that cost him the first half of the 2025-26 regular season. Javon Small and Cam Spencer are poised for larger roles, assuming Jerome is ruled out.

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Isaac Jones
Solid output in G League win

Jones stood out in every aspect of the game during Friday's matchup, adding defensive production to his strong scoring and assisting totals. He posted a double-double for the 12th time in 36 G League appearances, while the seven assists and six blocks represented his best and second-best tallies, respectively, in the season. Despite being available as a two-way asset for the Pistons, he has seen almost all of his action with the Cruise.

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Ja Morant
Absence continuing Saturday

Morant continues to be sidelined by a UCL sprain in his left elbow. His next chance to play is Monday against the Hawks, though Morant should be considered doubtful until the Grizzlies provide an updated report on the star point guard's injury.

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Quinten Post
Questionable versus Atlanta

Post didn't play in Friday's loss to Detroit because of a nagging foot issue. The Warriors are already down Al Horford (calf) and Kristaps Porzingis (back) for this one. On top of that, Draymond Green (back) is also carrying a questionable designation. If Post can suit up, he could be looking at more action versus Atlanta. However, if Post and Green join Horford and Porzingis on the shelf, the Dubs should rely mostly on Gui Santos and Omer Yurtseven to handle the bulk of the work underneath the basket.

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Stephon Castle
Not playing Saturday

Castle will miss a second consecutive game due to right hip soreness, and his next opportunity to play is Monday against the Heat, which is the start of the Spurs' three-game road trip. Devin Vassell and Harrison Barnes should continue to operate in larger roles for as long as Castle is sidelined.

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Kristaps Porzingis
Ruled out against Hawks

Porzingis exited Friday's 115-101 loss to Detroit because of a back injury. While he already indicated he likely wouldn't be available Saturday against the Hawks, the latest update confirms what most had already expected. With Al Horford (calf) out, and Draymond Green (back) and Quinten Post (foot) questionable, Gui Santos and Omer Yurtseven may split time in the middle versus Atlanta.

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Lester Quinones
Productive against Delaware

Quinones made a big offensive impact Friday as his 33 points ranked well above all other players in the game while tying his season-high mark. He was particularly successful from three-point range, improving on his efficiency from the previous 13 contests. Despite a change of position from guard to forward, Quinones should remain a consistent starter for the final stages of the campaign.

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Victor Wembanyama
Nursing right ankle injury

Wembanyama may have picked up the injury during the Spurs' 101-100 win over the Suns on Thursday, when he played 35 minutes and finished with 34 points, 12 rebounds, one assist, three steals and one block. Luke Kornet would be the top candidate to enter San Antonio's starting lineup if Wembanyama is unable to play against Indiana.

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Mac McClung
Extends G League high-scoring run

McClung put in a huge effort from beyond the arc, with his eight three-pointers representing his second-highest figure in the campaign. He also scored more than 35 points for the fifth time in his last six starts, but he was unable to secure a double-double this time due to a reduction in his assisting contribution. The two-way player has established himself as one of the top performers in the G League, even though he has barely played for the NBA team this season.

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Jaylon Tyson
Unlikely to play Saturday

Tyson is nursing a left big toe sprain, and it appears the issue will prevent him from playing in Saturday's contest after his injury status was downgraded. His absence would result in more minutes being available for Nae'Qwan Tomlin and Keon Ellis.

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Mouhamadou Gueye
Records 40 points Friday

Gueye had an impressive shooting performance thanks to his excellent aim from the field during the defeat. The 40 points set a career-high mark for him, and it was the sixth time he scored over 20 in the last nine games. Gueye will look to remain in great form while earning significant playing time in the final stretch of the campaign.

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Justin Minaya
Returns to action in win

Minaya did a little bit of everything but couldn't reach high numbers in a bench role after recovering from a minor illness. The 26-year-old lowered his season averages to 9.4 points, 4.2 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game. He's now expected to compete for a starting spot with Alex Morales and Phillip Wheeler.

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Pelle Larsson
Cleared to play Saturday

Larsson was originally listed as questionable for Saturday's game due to a bruised right foot, but the second-year pro has been cleared to play against the Rockets. He has averaged 14.4 points, 3.3 assists, 3.1 rebounds and 1.0 threes over 31.3 minutes per game over his last eight outings.

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Keyshawn Bryant
Appears off bench Friday

Bryant had a decent outing on the boards during his return to action after being sidelined for a week. He'll now aim to get more playing time in the rotation with Kevin Knox and Lucas Williamson. However, other than his occasional scoring bursts, Bryant has failed to stand out throughout the campaign.

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Simone Fontecchio
Available to play Saturday

Fontecchio popped up on the injury report due to a back issue, but the fourth-year pro has been cleared to play in Saturday's game. He'll likely start against Houston due to the absence of Andrew Wiggins (toe).

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Norman Powell
Dealing with calf injury

Powell is a new addition to Miami's injury report and may have tweaked his calf during the Heat's loss to the Lakers on Thursday, when he played 33 minutes off the bench and finished with 20 points, three assists, two rebounds, one block and one steal. His late addition to the injury report doesn't bode well for his chances of playing Saturday, and if he ends up being ruled out, then Myron Gardner, Nikola Jovic and Kel'el Ware would all be in line for more minutes.

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Adou Thiero
Out Friday due to personal issue

The Lakers don't list Thiero on their injury report for Saturday's game against the Magic, so whatever personal matter kept the rookie second-round pick from playing in the G League on Friday isn't expected to affect his availability at the NBA level.

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Luguentz Dort
Dealing with left knee injury

Dort was originally slated to play Saturday after being held out of Wednesday's win against the Nets due to rest purposes. It's unclear when the seventh-year pro sustained his left knee injury, but his absence means Cason Wallace will likely start in a second straight game. Dort's next chance to play is Monday against the 76ers.

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Kobe Bufkin
Out Friday due to personal issue

The Lakers don't list Bufkin on their injury report for Saturday's game against the Magic, so whatever personal matter kept the third-year guard from playing in the G League on Friday isn't expected to affect his availability at the NBA level.

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Jaylen Martin
Inactive due to injury

Martin is now questionable for upcoming action after missing Friday's clash. The forward is averaging 9.4 points, 3.3 rebounds and 1.6 assists per game this season, featuring mostly as a bench option behind Chris Youngblood.

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A.J. Lawson
Suffers illness

Lawson might remain unavailable for some days until he regains full health, with his participation currently in doubt for future matchups. Lawson is serving under a two-way contract with the Raptors, but his absence is a minor blow to the NBA team and may cause a greater impact on the G League side, which could resort to either Quincy Guerrier or Tyreke Key to fill the void in the starting lineup until Lawson is back.

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Moussa Cisse
Sits out G League game

Cisse has made each of his last four appearances in the G League while he has limited availability remaining at the NBA level with the Mavericks under the terms of his two-way contract. Dallas is listing Cisse was questionable for Saturday's game against the Clippers with no injury designation, so the shoulder issue that prevented the rookie center from playing in the G League on Friday is unlikely to be a factor if the Mavericks decide to keep him active. Cisse is able to suit up for four of Dallas' remaining 12 contests.

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Miles Kelly
Dealing with shoulder injury

Kelly's recovery timeline hasn't been revealed, so he could miss more games if the issue is serious. Such situation would leave the Legends without an important contributor, who had recorded more than 20 points off the bench in five of his last seven games. D'Moi Hodge is likely to gain playing time in his place, but AJ Johnson could also be an option while he's on assignment from the Mavericks.

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Jeremiah Tilmon
Out Friday with undisclosed issue

Tilmon started the last two games he was available for, so his absence forced a change in the Herd's starting lineup, with Lacey James filling in at center. Given that Tilmon's status is uncertain, his availability will be a big doubt for upcoming contests. He had yet to make a consistent impact in previous appearances despite having decent playing time.

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Tyler Kolek
Sent to G League

After going unused off the bench in Friday's 93-92 win over the Nets, Kolek will link up with Westchester and should get some playing time Saturday against the College Park Skyhawks. Expect the Knicks to recall Kolek prior to their next game Sunday versus the Wizards at Madison Square Garden.

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Trae Young
Also dealing with back injury

Young re-injured his right quad during Monday's loss against the Warriors. Neither his quad nor his back injury require surgery at this time, but with the most recent injury report from the Wizards, there doesn't appear to be a clear timeline of return for the veteran point guard. Bub Carrington should continue to serve as the Wizards' starting point guard for as long as Young is sidelined.

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Ariel Hukporti
Sent to G League

After going unused off the bench in Friday's 93-92 win over the Nets, Hukporti will link up with Westchester and should get some playing time Saturday against the College Park Skyhawks. Expect the Knicks to recall Hukporti prior to their next game Sunday versus the Wizards at Madison Square Garden.

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Pacome Dadiet
Heading to G League

After going unused off the bench in Friday's 93-92 win over the Nets, Dadiet will link up with Westchester for its game Saturday against the College Park Skyhawks. Expect the Knicks to recall Dadiet prior to their next game Sunday versus the Wizards at Madison Square Garden.

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Amari Williams
No usage in Friday's win

The Celtics recalled Williasm from the G League's Maine Celtics prior to the contest, but the rookie second-round pick remained outside of the rotation.

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Rudy Gobert
Posts another double-double

Gobert managed to build off the dominant 21-point, 12-rebound effort he delivered in the win over the Jazz on March 18, and the big man posted back-to-back double-doubles for the first time since his first two games following the All-Star break. Gobert seems to be putting it all together, and if he can string double-doubles consistently, he'd provide a huge boost for a Timberwolves team that's still without Anthony Edwards (knee). Gobert is averaging 11.1 points and 11.5 rebounds per game since the beginning of March, so even if he remains inconsistent on offense, he still delivers decent fantasy upside in all formats.

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Jaden McDaniels
Thrives at both ends in loss

McDaniels has been turning things around offensively with five double-digit scoring performances over his last six games, but his real value lies in his ability to make an impact on both ends of the court. On that note, the five steals he notched Friday were a season-high mark for the six-year veteran. McDaniels is averaging 12.8 points, 3.2 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.7 steals per game over his last six outings, so it's safe to say the slump he went through in early March is now a thing of the past.

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Ayo Dosunmu
Sniffs triple-double

Dosunmu is experiencing a bigger role on offense due to the absence of Anthony Edwards (knee), and while the versatile guard isn't expected to replicate Edwards' production offensively, he's certainly putting up solid numbers across the board. Dosunmu has started the last three games for the Timberwolves and is averaging a robust line of 19.7 points, 8.0 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.0 steals per game, while shooting 46.7 percent from deep, over that stretch.

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Jerami Grant
Efficient in win Friday

The Trail Blazers had to work hard to get past the Timberwolves in this game, and they couldn't have done so without Grant playing a big role on offense. The veteran forward has been inconsistent of late, which certainly hurts his upside as he doesn't contribute significantly in any areas outside of the scoring column, but he's still scored at least 20 points in six of his last nine games. A bit more consistency would be huge for Grant since the fantasy playoffs are right around the corner.

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Maxi Kleber
Not playing Saturday

Kleber has not played since March 8 while rehabbing from a back strain, though he progressed enough in his recovery to participate in Thursday's practice with the G League's South Bay Lakers. His next opportunity to play is Monday against the Pistons, though it's unclear whether he'll join his team toward the tail end of its six-game road trip.

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Deni Avdija
Comes close to double-double

Avdija endured a rough stretch in the weeks before and after the All-Star break, but now he seems to have finally recovered from a nagging back injury, and the numbers back him up. The All-Star forward has scored at least 22 points in four of his last six games -- and at least 25 points in three of his last four. With the fantasy playoffs right around the corner, Avdija is getting hot at the perfect time. Since returning to the lineup March 8 against the Pacers, he's averaging 22.4 points, 6.6 rebounds, 6.7 assists and 1.0 blocks per game in seven contests.

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Max Shulga
No usage in Friday's win

The Celtics recalled Shulga from the G League's Maine Celtics prior to the contest, but the rookie second-round pick remained outside of the rotation.

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Jrue Holiday
Poor shooting display Friday

This was the fourth straight game in which Holiday was unable to surpass the 15-point mark, and the fifth time he's done that over the last six. The veteran floor general kicked off March in style with four straight outings with at least 20 points, but his numbers have plummeted since then. Over his last six appearances, Holiday is averaging 12.0 points, 6.7 assists and 4.2 boards per game while shooting 39.2 percent from the floor. That's a marked downgrade compared to the 24.8 points, 7.0 assists and 4.5 boards while shooting 58.7 percent from the floor in his first four outings of the month.

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Jase Richardson
Returns from G League stint

The rookie first-round pick made his second G League appearance of the season Friday in Osceola's 113-106 win over the Delaware Blue Coats, finishing with 17 points (8-17 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 0-1 FT), three rebounds, two assists and one steal in 32 minutes. Richardson will be available for Orlando's home game versus the Lakers on Saturday but isn't expected to be featured in the rotation.

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Olivier-Maxence Prosper
Stuffs stat sheet Friday

Prosper continues to thrive in a starting role and has been extremely consistent both as a scorer but also as a rebounding asset. Over his last nine starts, Prosper has scored in double digits eight times while averaging a solid line of 14.0 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.2 steals per contest. Look for Prosper to remain in the starting lineup as long as he stays healthy, as he figures to continue handling a big role following all the movements the Grizzlies made after the trade deadline back in early February.

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Tyler Burton
Explodes for 23 points

Burton signed a 10-day contract with the Grizzlies via a hardship exception on March 12, and he certainly made a strong impression in this game -- just when the deal was about to expire. Burton has logged 20-plus minutes in four of his five appearances with the Grizzlies, but this was the first one in which he scored in double digits. It remains to be seen if he'll remain with the team once his current deal expires March 21.

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Javon Small
Scores 13 points in loss

The rookie second-rounder started Friday due to the absence of Cedric Coward (personal) and certainly took advantage of his playing time to deliver another productive showing. Regardless of whether he's starting or coming off the bench, it's worth noting that Small has scored in double digits in five of his last six games -- as well as in six of nine since the beginning of March. Throughout the current month, the rookie out of WVU is averaging 12.7 points, 4.3 rebounds and 4.1 assists while averaging 24.7 minutes per game in nine appearances (four starts).

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Luka Garza
Scores season-high 22 points

Despite coming off the bench, Garza was one of the most productive players for the Celtics in this tight win and ended up delivering a new season-high mark in scoring. Don't expect the big man to suddenly become a reliable scoring weapon for Boston, let alone a player you should target in fantasy ahead of the playoffs. This was likely a one-off performance for the big man, who has scored at least 15 points in just nine of his 60 appearances in 2025-26. Garza was averaging just 8.4 points and 3.4 rebounds per game in March before this 22-point explosion.

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Neemias Queta
Perfect double-double Friday

Aside from notching his fourth double-double since the beginning of the month, it's worth noting that Queta also achieved this feat by not missing any of his shots from the field. His offensive touches will be even more inconsistent now that Jayson Tatum is back in the lineup, but the big man is making the most of his opportunities. Queta is averaging 10.7 points and 9.0 rebounds per game in March while shooting 62.7 percent from the floor.

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Tyson Etienne
Dropped from rotation Friday

Though Brooklyn was without five players Friday, head coach Jordi Fernandez still elected to leave Etienne, Jalen Wilson and E.J. Liddell out of his 10-man rotation. Etienne had been a more regular presence in the rotation than the other two players of late, appearing in each of the previous six contests while averaging 8.5 points, 2.2 three-pointers, 1.7 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 16.7 minutes per contest. Brooklyn could get Terance Mann (illness) back for its next game Sunday in Sacramento, making it difficult to count on Etienne regaining a spot on the second unit.

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Derrick White
Struggles from long range

The Celtics ended up getting the win, but White didn't have his best performance. Even though managers in point-based leagues will be happy to see White leaving his mark in the five major categories, this game marked the third out of the last four in which White failed to surpass the 15-point mark. White has shot just 32.4 percent from three-point range over that four-game stretch, and as low as that number looks, it's not too far from his season-long average of 32.6 percent -- a clear downgrade after he made at least 38.0 percent from deep in the previous three campaigns.

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Nic Claxton
Struggles continues Friday

Claxton has been slumping badly in recent weeks, and Friday's loss means he's now scored in double digits in just two of his nine appearances since the beginning of March. Over that stretch, the veteran big man has averaged just 7.2 points and 6.6 rebounds per game, as this month has been his least productive of the season by a wide margin.

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Jonas Valanciunas
Left out of rotation Friday

Heading into Friday, Valanciunas' spot in the Denver rotation appeared to be tenuous, as the veteran center had logged seven minutes or fewer in five of the Nuggets' previous seven contests. With Friday's contest proving to be tightly contested throughout, Nuggets head coach David Adelman finally pulled the plug on Valanciunas, who was handed his first DNP-CD of the season. Valanciunas' odds of re-emerging in the rotation will only grow dimmer moving forward, as the imminent return of Peyton Watson (hamstring) could result in Aaron Gordon logging more minutes as a small-ball center whenever starter Nikola Jokic is off the court.

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Josh Minott
Goes for 22 points in tight loss

Minott came close to matching the career-best 24-point output he had against the Hawks on March 12, and it's safe to say the four-year veteran is making the most of his expanded opportunities of late. Minott has logged at least 20 minutes off the bench in four of his last five appearances, a stretch in which he's posted double-digit scoring figures three times. He's averaging 15.6 points, 2.8 rebounds, 1.0 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.2 blocks per game in that five-game span.

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Nolan Traore
Sniffs double-double

Traore had a rough shooting performance and needed 11 shots to score 11 points, but fantasy managers will gladly overlook the shooting woes if Traore continues to deliver decent numbers in several categories. He finished just three assists away from notching a double-double, something he hasn't accomplished since Feb. 9, and this was the second straight game in which he had at least 10 points and six assists. The rookie has started in every one of his 16 appearances since the All-Star break, and with Egor Demin (foot) out for the rest of the campaign, he should continue to see regular playing time in the final weeks of the regular season.

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Mohamed Diawara
Makes most of playing time

Diawara didn't have a lot of touches on offense, but he certainly made his presence felt in this 19-minute cameo off the bench. However, these numbers won't be enough to make Diawara relevant in most fantasy formats. He's scored in double digits in just two of his 11 appearances off the bench in March, a stretch in which he's averaging 6.3 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.3 assists across 14.9 minutes per contest.

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Jalen Brunson
Rough shooting performance

Brunson, who was returning to the lineup after sitting out Tuesday's game against the Pacers due to right ankle injury management and a cervical strain, had a woeful shooting performance and certainly took a step back compared to his previous games, perhaps showing that he's still not 100 percent ready. Brunson was coming off five straight games with at least 24 points and seven assists before missing Tuesday's outing, and while he ended close to a double-double here, his shooting woes were hard to ignore as he needed 19 shots to score 17 points. Brunson will aim to bounce back when the Knicks take on the Wizards on Sunday.

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OG Anunoby
Scores 16 points in win

Even though Karl-Anthony Towns led the way for the Knicks in this low-scoring affair, Anunoby still found a way to leave his mark and post a solid performance across the board. The veteran forward went through a slump right after the All-Star break, but it's safe to say that's no longer an issue. He's averaging 19.5 points, 5.4 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.5 steals per game while shooting 44.8 percent from three-point range in 11 outings since the beginning of March.

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Bruce Brown
Another 12-point performance

Brown scored 12 points for the third time in the past four games, adding very little in terms of peripheral numbers. Despite averaging 23.5 minutes per game in 16 appearances over the past month, Brown has struggled to put up meaningful contributions. During that time, he has averaged just 7.9 points, 0.9 steals and 1.0 three-pointers, leaving him well outside the top 250.

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Christian Braun
Modest effort Friday

Braun was unable to keep his foot on the gas, providing modest scoring numbers while contributing nothing on the defensive end. With that said, Braun had been playing well prior to this performance, and has been a top 50 talent in seven games over the past two weeks, averaging 15.0 points, 5.6 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.4 three-pointers.

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Tim Hardaway
Lands seven triples in win

Hardaway caught fire from the perimeter, connecting on seven three-pointers en route to 23 points. With many of the starters struggling, Hardaway filled the void on the offensive end, recording at least four triples for the fourth time in the past seven games. While this was certainly an encouraging performance, managers should view Hardaway as nothing more than a potential streaming option.

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Sandro Mamukelashvili
Only four points Friday

Mamukelashvili continues to struggle, scoring single digits for the fifth time in the past six games. Outside of a 17-point performance in a win over the Bulls, it's been rough going for Mamukelshvili, a far cry from what he was delivering earlier in the season. In 14 appearances over the past month, he has been outside the top 200, averaging 8.3 points, 4.0 rebounds and 1.0 three-pointers in 18.6 minutes per game.

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Immanuel Quickley
Serviceable two-way effort

Quickley got it done on both ends of the floor, although he remained somewhat passive on the offensive end. Although he has recorded eight steals in his past three games. Quickley's scoring has been less than ideal, averaging just 10.3 points per game during that time. With that said, he remains a top 50 player this season, providing a solid return on investment, given he was typically available in the sixth or seventh rounds of drafts.

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James Bouknight
Unimpressive effort in defeat

Bouknight produced far from his best scoring numbers despite leading his team's offense during a tough contest. He has hit an odd slump after falling below his average of 19.9 points per game in four of his last five starts, although he has added a few rebounds in each of those outings. Bouknight is still the team's top scorer in the regular season and should retain a consistent role going forward.

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Josh Christopher
Posts 22 points Friday

Christopher stood out for his game-high counts in points and three-pointers, along with a diverse stat line during the victory. The versatile swingman has now scored 20-plus points in 22 of his 32 appearances this season, and Friday's game marked the fourth time he has recorded at least four assists. Additionally, his averages of 22.7 points and 7.0 rebounds per contest represent the second-best numbers on the squad in the regular season.

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Blaise Threatt
Returns to action against Capitanes

Threatt rejoined his new team in time for Friday's matchup but found few opportunities to produce in a short performance off the bench. He didn't play a big role during a previous stint with the Grand Rapids Gold either, so he's still unlikely to take a lot of minutes away from Dennis Smith in the short term.

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Ausar Thompson
Career-high seven steals

Thompson flexed his muscles on the defensive end, recording a career-high seven steals. Although the rest of his line was mostly underwhelming, anyone rostering Thompson is likely doing so in a bid to boost their defensive stats. While the production is exciting, the fact that he is still only playing minutes in the mid-20s is somewhat underwhelming. He remains a must-roster player, albeit in specific situations only.

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Ronald Holland
Serviceable production Friday

Holland chipped in on both ends of the floor, albeit on low volume. While he has been able to carve out a consistent role, his per-minute production has been far from exciting. In 17 appearances over the past month, he has averaged just 9.4 points and 4.0 rebounds in 19.0 minutes per game, leaving him outside the top 250 during that time.

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Chaz Lanier
Fails to score again

Lanier went scoreless for the third straight game, continuing to play a modest role off the bench. Although he has touched the floor in six of the past nine games, his playing time typically comes during garbage time. At this point, he holds no real fantasy value.

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Omer Yurtseven
Increased role in loss

Yurtseven logged a season-high 21 minutes, playing a sizable role after Kristaps Porzingis exited the game in the second quarter due to a back issue. Already dealing with a paper-thin frontcourt, Golden State now has another injury to deal with. Should Porzingis be forced to miss additional time, Yurtseven could find himself serving as the backup center, making him a name to watch in slightly deeper formats.

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Jabari Smith
Nets 23 points with full line

This was Smith's second straight game with three triples, and he also snapped a two-game steal-less streak in the win. The fourth-year forward is hitting career highs in points (15.5), triples (2.2) and assists (1.8) per game this season, and he's been a steady top-75 player all year long.

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Alperen Sengun
Double-doubles in win

While Sengun did a solid job filling the stat sheet, he also piled up the turnovers, committing nearly one-third of Houston's 19 giveaways. The Rockets still came away with the win, but he'll need to take better care of the ball if they hope to pick up another victory against the Heat on Saturday.

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Draymond Green
Scoreless in 22 minutes

Green failed to score despite playing 22 minutes, as his offense continues to regress. At this point, he is basically a non-factor on that end of the floor, averaging just 8.4 points per game this season. Now toward the backend of his career, it's fair to say that Green is no longer a must-roster player in any fantasy format.

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Kevin Durant
Nets 25 points with six assists

Durant was held to 18 points and struggled with turnovers in back-to-back losses to the Lakers, but he cracked the 20-point plateau Friday evening and didn't commit a single turnover in his 30 minutes of floor time. Durant has been a steady top-20 stud this season, averaging 25.7 points, 5.5 rebounds, 4.5 assists, and 2.3 triples per contest.

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CJ McCollum
Scores 17 points with four stocks

This marked McCollum's fifth straight game with a steal, and he tied his season high in blocks in Friday's loss. He's been on a heater over the past two games, putting up 41 points on 16-for-25 shooting from the field and 7-for-8 shooting at the line during that span. He'll look to keep it rolling Saturday against the Warriors.

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Nickeil Alexander-Walker
Nets 21 points on 12 shots

This marked Alexander-Walker's fourth straight 20-plus-point performance, and he's shot at least 50 percent from the field in all four games. He's been on a tear over that stretch, during which he has averaged 26.0 points, 3.8 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 4.3 triples and 2.0 steals per contest.

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Onyeka Okongwu
Struggles in loss to Rockets

This was the second time over the past four games that Okongwu was held to single digits in scoring, but at least he was able to salvage his stat line with some rebounds and defensive stats. Managers can anticipate a more robust offensive outing Saturday, with a favorable matchup against the Warriors.

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Donovan Clingan
Full stat line in win

After recording a 28-point, 13-rebound performance in Wednesday's win over Indiana, Clingan chipped in another efficient double-double Friday. The second-year center tied the team-high mark in rebounds and was Portland's third-leading scorer, securing his 31st double-double on the campaign. He also chipped in multiple blocks for a second straight game, and he has recorded at least two swats in five of his last six outings.

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Jaylen Brown
Scores 30 points with six dimes

Brown has been rolling over the past three games, providing top-20 value behind averages of 29.8 points, 5.5 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 1.3 triples and 1.0 steals per contest. He'll look to keep his hot streak going Sunday versus the Timberwolves.

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Malevy Leons
Dealing with wrist issue

Leons will see how his wrist feels in the morning, though it wouldn't be shocking to see him end up on the injury report ahead of Saturday's game against the Hawks. If the 26-year-old forward is forced to miss time, Gui Santos and Gary Payton would likely see a slight bump in playing time.

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Karl-Anthony Towns
Double-doubles in win

This was Towns' 49th double-double of the season and the 471st of his career. The six-time All-Star is averaging 20.0 points, 11.8 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 1.6 triples per game this season on 49/37/85 shooting splits.

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Landry Shamet
Leaves early with knee injury

Shamet was deemed questionable to return after checking out of the game midway through the third quarter with a right knee injury, but the Knicks ended up holding him out for the rest of the night. He can be considered questionable for Sunday's game against the Wizards until the Knicks provide an update on his status. If Shamet is forced to miss time, Jordan Clarkson and Mohamed Diawara would be candidates to see increased minutes, especially if Josh Hart (knee) remains out.

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Daniss Jenkins
Well-rounded outing in victory

Getting the start for a second consecutive contest in the absence of Cade Cunningham (chest), Jenkins turned in an efficient overall shooting performance and was Detroit's second-leading scorer. The 24-year-old guard also led all players in assists and rebounds, finishing one board shy of tying his career high. Jenkins has played heavy minutes over the last two games and may continue to see starter-level minutes for the remainder of the campaign, as Cunningham won't be re-evaluated for another two weeks.

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Kristaps Porzingis
Unlikely to play Saturday

Porzingis posted five points (1-5 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, two blocks and one turnover in 11 minutes before exiting to the locker room in the second quarter. He doesn't think the back issue is serious, though it'll likely cost the big man at least one game. Quinten Post (foot) and Omer Yurtseven would likely see a boost in fantasy appeal Saturday if Porzingis is ultimately ruled out.

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Landry Shamet
Suffers knee injury Friday

Shamet received the starting nod in Josh Hart's (knee) place, though the former checked out in the third quarter and is uncertain to return during the fourth. Jordan Clarkson will likely help pick up the slack if Shamet is unable to check back in.

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Kristaps Porzingis
Questionable to return Friday

Porzingis was seen grabbing at his lower back before exiting to the locker room in the second quarter. If he's unable to return during the second half, Malevy Leons and Omer Yurtseven are candidates to see increased burn the rest of the way.

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Kristaps Porzingis
Headed to locker room

Porzingis was grabbing at his lower back on the Warriors' bench before retreating gingerly to the locker room, and we should get another update on exactly what he's dealing with soon. If Porzingis needs to miss time, Omer Yurtseven will have the chance for some extended minutes.

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Spencer Jones
Retreating to bench

With Aaron Gordon (hamstring) back in the lineup, Jones will slide back to the second unit. The 24-year-old forward has averaged 4.0 points and 3.6 rebounds across 18.6 minutes per game over his last five outings off the bench.

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Amir Coffey
Ruled out for Saturday

Coffey exited Thursday's loss to the Spurs after spraining his ankle and will now miss Saturday's game. However, he's not a large enough part of the rotation for his playing status to impact fantasy leagues.

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Haywood Highsmith
Won't play Saturday

Highsmith will be held out of the front end of this back-to-back set due to right knee injury management, and his next opportunity to play will come Sunday against the Raptors. With the 29-year-old forward out, Ryan Dunn and Rasheer Fleming are candidates for increased playing time.

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Royce O'Neale
Doubtful for Saturday

O'Neale is on track to miss his second straight game, which could result in another start for Jordan Goodwin. Check back for official word on O'Neale's status closer to Saturday's tipoff.

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Devin Booker
Not listed on injury report

Booker appeared to tweak his ankle on the final shot of Thursday's loss to the Spurs, though he's not listed on the injury report for Saturday. The star guard has appeared in 10 straight games, averaging 30.3 points, 4.8 assists and 4.1 rebounds in 34.2 minutes per tilt during that stretch.

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Grayson Allen
Questionable for Saturday

Allen is in danger of missing his third consecutive game Saturday, but we'll have a better idea of his status based on his activity level at shootaround. If he's out again, Ryan Dunn will likely fill most of Allen's minutes.

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Rayan Rupert
Inactive Friday

Rupert is eligible to play in six of Memphis' remaining 13 contests after Friday while he remains signed to a two-way pact. His next chance to suit up will come Saturday in Charlotte, though the Grizzlies' decision on whether to activate him will likely hinge on the availability of other players for the second leg of a back-to-back set.

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Jamal Cain
Upgraded to standard deal

After joining Orlando on a one-year, two-way deal in July, Cain has been upgraded to a standard contract and will be eligible to play in the postseason. The 27-year-old forward has averaged 3.5 points and 1.1 rebounds in 8.0 minutes per contest across 27 appearances this season. He has logged double-digit minutes in four straight games and could remain in the rotation in the short term while Franz Wagner (ankle), Anthony Black (abdomen) and Jonathan Isaac (knee) are sidelined.

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Gary Harris
Questionable for Saturday

Harris is not a consistent part of the rotation for Milwaukee, so his playing status won't impact fantasy leagues. Through 45 regular-season appearances for the Bucks, Harris has averaged 2.6 points per game on 45.1 percent shooting.

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Kevin Porter
Questionable for Saturday

Porter has missed two of the past three games due to right knee synovitis, and he's in danger of sitting out a second straight game Saturday. If Porter is forced to spend another game on the sidelines, Ryan Rollins will continue to operate as the lead dog on offense, while there will be more minutes available for AJ Green and Cam Thomas.

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Gary Trent
Not listed on injury report

Trent exited Thursday's loss to the Jazz due to left adductor soreness, though he's set to return to action Saturday. However, the 27-year-old swingman isn't likely to see meaningful playing time unless Kevin Porter (knee) remains sidelined.

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Javon Small
Starting Friday

The rookie second-rounder will step into the starting five due to the absence of Cedric Coward (personal). As a starter this season (five games), Small has averaged 14.8 points, 5.2 rebounds, 5.2 assists and 1.4 steals in 29.4 minutes per contest.

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Taylor Hendricks
Starting Friday

GG Jackson (knee) and Taj Gibson (foot) are out, so Hendricks should see heavy minutes against the Celtics. Javon Small, Ty Jerome, Jaylen Wells and Olivier-Maxence Prosper will round out the first unit for Friday's game.

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Collin Murray-Boyles
Ruled out Friday

Murray-Boyles will miss a 10th straight game due to a left thumb sprain. However, the rookie first-rounder has been participating in live scrimmages and is ramping up toward a return, so he can be considered questionable for Sunday's game in Phoenix until Toronto provides an update on his status. With Murray-Boyles out, Sandro Mamukelashvili and Jamison Battle are candidates for increased minutes.

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GG Jackson
Ruled out for Friday

Taylor Hendricks will likely return to the starting lineup for Friday's game, and he should get all the run he can handle as one of the only true bigs available for Memphis. Jackson's next chance to play will come Saturday in Charlotte, and for now, he should be considered questionable for that one.

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John Konchar
Iffy to face Philadelphia

Konchar is in danger of missing a second consecutive contest due to a right quadriceps contusion. His absence would open up more minutes for guys like Blake Hinson, Cody Williams and Bez Mbeng.

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Taj Gibson
Won't play Friday

Gibson will hit the sidelines for the first game of this back-to-back set, but he could return for Saturday's game in Charlotte. GG Jackson (knee) will also miss Friday's game, so Taylor Hendricks could be headed for major minutes as one of the last men standing in Memphis' frontcourt.

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Tari Eason
Headed to bench

Eason has been mired in an awful shooting slump of late, so head coach Ime Udoka will bring Reed Sheppard back into the first unit to give the team some more firepower. As a reserve this season, Eason owns averages of 10.9 points, 5.5 rebounds and 2.2 triples per contest.

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Reed Sheppard
Starting Friday

The second-year guard will get the starting nod in favor of Tari Eason on Friday. As a starter this season (10 games), Sheppard has averaged 16.1 points, 5.0 assists, 4.1 rebounds, 2.3 steals and 1.1 blocks in 32.1 minutes per tilt.

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Jose Alvarado
Headed to bench

Jalen Brunson (ankle/neck) is back and starting, so Alvarado will shift back to a reserve role. Through 18 games with the Knicks this season, Alvarado has averaged 6.2 points, 4.0 assists, 1.1 triples and 1.1 steals per contest.

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Kevin Huerter
Out Friday

Huerter will miss the second leg of this back-to-back set due to a right shoulder contusion, and his next chance to play will come Monday against the Lakers. With the 27-year-old swingman sidelined, Javonte Green and Ronald Holland are candidates to see a bump in minutes.

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Jalen Duren
Gets green light Friday

Duren will shed his questionable tag due to right ankle soreness and suit up in the second leg of this back-to-back set. The star big man has recorded a double-double in five consecutive contests, averaging 24.8 points, 11.4 rebounds, 0.8 assists and 0.8 blocks in 27.2 minutes per game over that stretch.

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Landry Shamet
Starting Friday

This will be Shamet's 12th start of the season, and it'll be Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby and Karl-Anthony Towns joining him in the first unit for Friday's game. As a starter this season, Shamet owns averages of 9.2 points, 2.7 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.8 triples per contest.

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Brice Sensabaugh
Won't play Saturday

This will be Sensabaugh's second straight game on the sidelines, and six other Utah players will join him on the inactive list Saturday. Ace Bailey and Cody Williams will get all the shots they can handle with Sensabaugh, Lauri Markkanen (hip) and Keyonte George (hamstring) all out.

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Joel Embiid
Ruled out for Saturday

Embiid was listed as doubtful for Thursday's game before getting ruled out, but now the 76ers have gone back to listing him as out a full day in advance of tipoff. He remains without an official timetable, so he's a cut candidate for those currently battling through the fantasy playoffs. Andre Drummond and Adem Bona will likely continue to hold down the fort at the center spot in Embiid's absence.

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Isaiah Collier
Won't play Saturday

The second-year point guard will join Keyonte George (hamstring) on the inactive list for a second consecutive contest, and the former's next opportunity to play will come Monday against Toronto. With Collier out, Elijah Harkless, Bez Mbeng and Kennedy Chandler are candidates for expanded roles.

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Ziaire Williams
Starting sans Clowney

With Noah Clowney (wrist) out, Williams will get the starting nod for the third time this month. As a starter this season (seven games), he has averaged 10.6 points, 2.4 rebounds and 2.1 steals in 24.6 minutes per contest.

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Naz Reid
Won't play Friday

This will be Reid's second straight game on the sidelines, and for now, he should be considered questionable for Sunday's game in Boston. Joan Beringer and Kyle Anderson could see a bump in minutes with Reid unavailable.

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Vit Krejci
Ruled out Friday

Krejci will miss a third straight game due to a left calf contusion, and his next opportunity to suit up will come Sunday in Denver. With the 25-year-old guard unavailable, Kris Murray and Scoot Henderson are candidates for increased playing time, while Blake Wesley could rejoin the rotation.

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Cedric Coward
Won't play Friday

Coward was a late addition to the injury report Friday, and he'll need to step away from the team for at least one contest. The rookie swingman faces a quick turnaround if he wants to rejoin the Grizzlies on Saturday, when they take on the Hornets in Charlotte. His absence Friday vacates a spot in the starting lineup likely for either Walter Clayton or Javon Small to fill.