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Bradley Beal Cleared To Suit Up, Could Play Fewer Minutes
Phoenix Suns guard/forward Bradley Beal (calf) is officially active for Tuesday's NBA Cup meeting with the Lakers. It's a good night for the Suns, with Kevin Durant (calf) also back in uniform for this one after missing the last seven games. According to head coach Mike Budenholzer, the team will be "logical" with both player's minutes, meaning both could see less work in their first game back. With that in mind, Beal is a lock for season-long formats. On the other hand, DFS managers may want to consider other options.
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Kevin Durant Could Be On A Minutes Restriction On Tuesday
Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (calf) is officially active heading into Tuesday's game versus the Los Angeles Lakers. The 36-year-old has missed the last seven games because of a strained calf. Unfortunately, the Suns have struggled while Durant has been sidelined. But he's back, although head coach Mike Budenholzer indicated the team will be "logical" in managing his minutes moving ahead. While Durant is a lock for redraft formats, DFS managers may want to pump the brakes until he proves he's ready for his pre-injury workload.
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Dereck Lively II Questionable For Wednesday
Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II (illness) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the New York Knicks after exiting the team's most recent contest early due to illness. The 20-year-old has been a solid contributor this season, averaging 8.7 points and 7.0 rebounds in 22.0 minutes per game. If Lively is unable to suit up, Daniel Gafford is likely to draw the start, with Maxi Kleber and Dwight Powell also stepping up to fill the void. Fantasy managers will want to monitor his status leading up to Wednesday's game.
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Jordan Hawkins' Status Uncertain For Wednesday
New Orleans Pelicans guard Jordan Hawkins (back) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Toronto Raptors. The 22-year-old has struggled with back issues, missing seven games earlier in the season. Since his return, his shooting has been off, as he has scored just six points in one game and two points in the next. With the Pelicans getting healthier, Hawkins may see fewer minutes than he did earlier in the season. Fantasy managers will want to monitor his status on Wednesday to see if he is playing.
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Herbert Jones Ruled Out For Wednesday
New Orleans Pelicans forward Herbert Jones (shoulder) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Toronto Raptors, marking his 15th consecutive absence. However, there is some optimism for his return as he participated in non-contact portions of Tuesday's practice. Managers will need to remain patient as Jones progresses toward full-contact work. The 25-year-old has appeared in just four games this season, struggling with his shooting at 18.2% from beyond the arc and 50% from the free-throw line, areas he'll look to improve upon when he gets back on the court.
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Caris LeVert Out On Wednesday
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Caris LeVert (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Atlanta Hawks, marking his fourth consecutive absence due to left knee injury management. The 30-year-old plays a key role off the bench for the Cavaliers, averaging 24.4 minutes and 11.8 points per game this season. His absence could lead to increased opportunities for Isaac Okoro, Sam Merrill, and Georges Niang. LeVert's next chance to return will come Friday against Atlanta.
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Trae Young Is Questionable For Wednesday
Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (Achilles) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers due to right Achilles tendinitis. The 26-year-old could miss just his second game of the season, which would be a blow for fantasy managers given his stellar play this year. Young has been dishing out assists at an elite level, recording double-digit assists in four consecutive games. He's been a consistent presence on the court, averaging 35.9 minutes, 21.9 points, and 11.9 assists per game this season. If Young is unable to suit up, others in the Hawks' backcourt, including Kobe Bufkin, could see increased opportunities.
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Mike Conley To Sit Out On Tuesday
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Mike Conley (toe) has been ruled out ahead of Tuesday's game against the Houston Rockets. This marks the third game in a row that Conley has missed due to a toe sprain. His absence should mean that Donte DiVincenzo and Nickeil Alexander-Walker get more run in the rotation. Neither player has been an ideal fantasy option this season. DiVincenzo has finished with 11 points or more over his last three games. He'll be worth a look as a low-end streaming option on Tuesday.
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Trey Lyles Out For Several Weeks
Sacramento Kings forward Trey Lyles (calf) will not play Wednesday against the Minnesota Timberwolves and is expected to be sidelined for several weeks after being diagnosed with a Grade 1 right calf strain. The Kings announced that Lyles will be re-evaluated in 3-4 weeks. The 28-year-old has been an important part of Sacramento's rotation this season, averaging close to 20 minutes per game. His absence could lead to increased opportunities for Alex Len and others to step up in the frontcourt.
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DeMar DeRozan Unavailable On Wednesday
Sacramento Kings forward DeMar DeRozan (back) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. This news comes after DeRozan experienced inflammation in his lower back. As a result, the Kings will take the cautious approach and let the 35-year-old rest on Wednesday. Fantasy managers shouldn't expect this to be an extended absence. The Kings haven't made any announcements, but Kevin Huerter is likely to start in his place. Huerter has been quiet lately with two zero point outings over his last three games. He could be a low-end streaming choice with extended minutes on Wednesday.
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Terry Rozier Will Play On Tuesday
Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier (foot) is available for Tuesday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks after being upgraded from probable. The 30-year-old will return to action following a two-game absence due to a foot injury. Rozier has had an up-and-down season, making it challenging to predict his performance on a nightly basis. In his most recent outing against the Indiana Pacers, he posted nine points and four rebounds. This season, he is averaging 12.9 points in 31.8 minutes per game.
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Jalen Green Active On Tuesday
Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (illness) will suit up ahead of Tuesday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Green was tagged as questionable coming into the game due to an illness. He was able to get through shootaround without any issues and should have his normal workload on Tuesday. Green will look to bounce back after posting a rough 10-point outing during his last game. Fantasy managers should go ahead and get him back in their lineups ahead of tip-off.
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MarJon Beauchamp Upgraded To Available
Milwaukee Bucks guard/forward MarJon Beauchamp (hamstring) will suit up for Tuesday's meeting with Miami. He has been upgraded from probable to available. Beauchamp has so far only been a warm body on the bench for Milwaukee, averaging 2.9 minutes in 10 appearances this season. He might have a better shot at receiving playing time with Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) unavailable, but fantasy managers shouldn't count on it. AJ Green will grab the open spot in the starting unit.
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Taurean Prince Available On Tuesday
Milwaukee Bucks forward Taurean Prince (illness) is good to go for Tuesday's matchup against Miami. He was initially regarded as questionable for the game due to an illness. With Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) out, Prince might have to do a bit extra on Tuesday. The 30-year-old is shooting over 55 percent from deep this month and could see more success from behind the arc against a team that's allowed the opposition to nail 38.1 percent of three-point attempts.
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Out Tuesday Versus Heat
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf/knee) is now out for Tuesday's contest with the Miami Heat after being listed as probable earlier in the day. Antetokounmpo is battling a left knee effusion and a calf injury. The Bucks and fantasy managers will miss the 29-year-old as he is off to a fantastic start. He leads the league in scoring with 32.4 points averaged and has multiple triple-doubles.
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Ja Morant Ruled Out For Wednesday
Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's encounter with Detroit. Per Damichael Cole of The Commercial Appeal, Morant is out with a left knee contusion. Memphis' star guard only just returned from a hip problem, which kept him out of action for eight games. He's already set to miss his 10th contest of the season against the Pistons. Morant's absence will elevate Scotty Pippen Jr.'s fantasy value. He produced a big 30-point double-double in the last game without Morant. However, getting the same kind of numbers out of him on Wednesday seems unlikely because Detroit allows the third-fewest fantasy points to opposing point guards.
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Julian Phillips Available Versus Wizards
Chicago Bulls forward Julian Phillips (illness) will play on Tuesday against Washington. An illness kept Phillips out from Saturday's game against Memphis, but he has recovered well enough to be ready for action against the Wizards. The 21-year-old has contributed 4.2 points and 1.9 rebounds in 13.5 minutes this season. Patrick Williams' (foot) absence might open up extra minutes for Phillips, but he's a fairly unproductive player and doesn't provide much fantasy value.
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Talen Horton-Tucker Good To Go Tuesday
Chicago Bulls guard/forward Talen Horton-Tucker (thumb) will be in the lineup on Tuesday against Washington. He's nursing a right thumb sprain but has received an upgrade from a probable status to available. Horton-Tucker is currently a third-stringer for the Bulls, averaging 4.8 points in 9.5 minutes. He's played in only two of the last four games. However, Patrick Williams' (foot) absence might help Horton-Tucker climb up in the depth chart.
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Lonzo Ball Targeting Return To Action On Wednesday
Chicago Bulls point guard Lonzo Ball (wrist) has been ruled out for Tuesday's clash against Washington but appears to be ready to jump back into action on Wednesday versus Orlando. According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Ball is targeting a return against the Magic. Ball has been out since Oct. 28 with a right wrist sprain. He made his first three NBA appearances in 33 months at the start of the campaign, averaging 4.7 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 3.7 assists in 15.7 minutes. The Bulls will continue to manage his workload once Ball is back, limiting his fantasy appeal.
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Caleb Martin Questionable For Wednesday's Matchup With Houston
Philadelphia 76ers forward Caleb Martin (knee) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's matchup against the Houston Rockets due to lower back soreness, according to Paul Hudrick of Liberty Ballers. If Martin cannot play, the 76ers' frontcourt will be notably thin, as Joel Embiid (knee) and Paul George (knee) are already sidelined with knee injuries. Guerschon Yabusele, KJ Martin, and Eric Gordon are expected to see more playing time in Martin's absence.
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