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Brandon Miller Back In Hornets Lineup
Charlotte Hornets guard/forward Brandon Miller (ankle) has received the all-clear to return from a three-game absence on Thursday versus Washington. He has recovered from a left ankle sprain. Miller sits behind LaMelo Ball as Charlotte's second-highest scorer with 21.5 points averaged. He's also notched 5.2 rebounds, 3.5 assists, and 1.5 steals in 34.4 minutes. The Wizards get overrun regularly and give up the most points in the league, so Miller should enjoy a productive comeback. With Miller's return, Cody Martin loses fantasy value, as he likely has to give up his spot in the first unit.
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Myles Turner Available Against Thunder
Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (oblique) will be active against Oklahoma City on Thursday. The team listed him as questionable on the initial injury report, but Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle has confirmed that Turner will play. The 28-year-old is coming off a nice 23-point, 10-rebound double-double against the Warriors. Only two teams allow more rebounds to opposing centers than OKC, so Turner should be able to flirt with another double-double on Thursday night. He's also currently on a four-game run with multiple blocks.
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Bilal Coulibaly Cleared For Action Thursday
Washington Wizards guard/forward Bilal Coulibaly (groin) will be available for Thursday's clash with Charlotte. He's shaken off a questionable tag ahead of tip-off. Coulibaly had one of his best outings of the season in his last appearance, finishing a 112-101 loss to Milwaukee with 20 points, 12 rebounds, five assists, one block, and three steals. He's put together a strong five-game offensive run, averaging 19.4 points. The stretch includes a 14-point effort against the Hornets, who are ranked 22nd in defensive efficiency.
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Alexandre Sarr Returns To Wizards Lineup
Washington Wizards forward/center Alexandre Sarr (back) will be back from a one-game absence on Thursday versus Charlotte. He was initially listed as questionable on the injury report after Sarr missed Monday's matchup against Oklahoma City with lower-back soreness. The No. 2 pick of this year's draft has struggled with his shooting during his rookie campaign but has been fairly productive. He's averaging 11.2 points, 6.4 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 1.8 blocks in 27.3 minutes. Sarr's return will likely send Jonas Valanciunas back to the bench on Thursday. The veteran big man has produced 10.4 points and 7.0 rebounds as a reserve this season.
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Gary Harris Sidelined Against Heat
On Thursday, Orlando Magic guard Gary Harris (hamstring) will not suit up against the Miami Heat. Harris is sidelined due to a hamstring strain that has kept him out of the rotation for the previous 12 contests. When he's been able to play, the 30-year-old has averaged fewer than 17 minutes per game for the season. However, if Harris can return at some point soon, he might take on a more significant role in the rotation since the Magic currently have several players out with injuries.
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Marvin Bagley III Will Not Play On Thursday
Washington Wizards forward/center Marvin Bagley III (knee) will not be in the lineup on Thursday against Charlotte. He sprained his right knee against Oklahoma City on Monday, and it's not fully clear when Bagley II will be able to return to action. Washington's frontcourt also remains without Kyle Kuzma (ribs) on Thursday. The returning Alex Sarr (back) should have a busy night against the Hornets, along with Jonas Valanciunas, who racked up 12 points, 16 rebounds, and a pair of blocks on Monday.
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Jimmy Butler Remains Out On Thursday
Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (conditioning) has been ruled out for Thursday's matchup against Orlando. It was already unlikely that Butler would suit up for the contest after Miami listed him as doubtful on the initial injury report. Now, it's official that he will be unavailable for a third straight game. However, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel reports that Butler is expected to rejoin the lineup for the next game on Saturday versus Atlanta. Butler's absence has opened up additional playing opportunities for several players, including Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Haywood Highsmith. Meanwhile, Bam Adebayo, Tyler Herro, and Duncan Robinson have more offensive duties.
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John Collins Ruled Out On Thursday
Utah Jazz forward/center John Collins (hip) will not be playing against the Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday. Collins has been suffering from a hip contusion and will miss his second consecutive contest. With the 27-year-old absent, Micah Potter will likely see more minutes and scoring opportunities than usual. In his last outing against the Cavs on Monday, he played 26 minutes with 11 points, seven rebounds, two assists, one steal, and one block. Potter could have another productive game Thursday going against a terrible Blazers defense.
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Paolo Banchero Continues To Ramp Up Conditioning
Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (oblique) will sit out a 27th straight game on Thursday versus Miami but continues to progress. According to Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley, Banchero has not gone through contact yet but is ramping up his conditioning. He's able to run up to higher speeds and can do some ball-handling work, along with some defensive work. The Magic will be desperate to get Banchero back as soon as possible following injuries to Franz Wagner (oblique) and Moritz Wagner (knee). Tristan Da Silva will have additional fantasy until Banchero returns, with players like Trevelin Queen and Cole Anthony also expected to contribute more.
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Jordan Clarkson Out Thursday Versus Portland
On Thursday, Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson (foot) will not suit up against the Portland Trail Blazers. Clarkson had been sidelined earlier in the season for seven straight games due to left foot plantar fasciitis. He likely re-injured his left foot. While the 32-year-old guard is out, Brice Sensabaugh, Svi Mykhailiuk, Isaiah Collier, and Johnny Juzang would like to see more minutes on the court versus the Trail Blazers.
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Keyonte George Unavailable Thursday
Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (ankle) is now unavailable to play against Portland after being labeled questionable earlier on Thursday. George is dealing with a left ankle sprain that has kept him off the court for the last three games. John Collins (hip) and Jordan Clarkson (foot) have also been ruled out. With George sidelined, Svi Mykhailiuk has seen more scoring opportunities as he has made back-to-back starts, averaging 14.5 points and 2.0 assists.
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Josh Giddey Questionable Thursday
Chicago Bulls guard/forward Josh Giddey (ankle) has a questionable tag on the injury report ahead of Thursday's game against Atlanta. He's trying to return from an ankle sprain, which has robbed Giddey of three games. Before getting hurt, Giddey was playing well this month, averaging 12.5 points, 7.8 rebounds, 7.8 assists, and 1.7 steals. There are also question marks hanging over Ayo Dosunmu (Achilles) and Lonzo Ball (illness) ahead of Thursday's action, so the Bulls might be forced to rely heavily on their starters, with not much quality on the bench.
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Lonzo Ball Likely Out For Second Straight Game
Chicago Bulls point guard Lonzo Ball (illness) is listed as doubtful for Thursday's game against Atlanta. He's been feeling under the weather the entire week and appears set to miss a second straight game. Ball has had a decent comeback campaign, averaging 5.2 points, 3.1 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 1.1 steals in 17.5 minutes off the Bulls bench. Coby White has more playmaking duties with Ball out of the lineup and might be expected to put in a huge shift on Thursday, as Ayo Dosunmu (Achilles) and Josh Giddey (ankle) are considered questionable to play.
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Ayo Dosunmu Questionable To Play On Thursday
Chicago Bulls guard/forward Ayo Dosunmu (Achilles) has landed on the injury report with a questionable tag ahead of Thursday's action against Atlanta. Right Achilles tendinopathy might keep him off the floor for the first time this season. It's been a good campaign for Dosunmu, who has battled out a regular starting role. He's put up 14.5 points with 3.9 rebounds, 5.4 assists, and 1.2 steals in the first unit. The Bulls might be without several backcourt pieces for Thursday's game, which will potentially elevate Talen Horton-Tucker's role in the rotation.
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Ron Holland II Battling An Illness, Questionable For Thursday
Detroit Pistons small forward Ron Holland II (illness) is in danger of missing his first game of the season, with the team listing him as questionable for Thursday's contest against Sacramento. The 19-year-old rookie is battling an illness. Holland II has had an unspectacular first year in the league, averaging 6.4 points and 3.1 rebounds in 16.0 minutes off the bench. Ausar Thompson might be a bigger part of the rotation if Holland II doesn't play on Thursday. Thompson has not been a good source of fantasy value this season, as he has a limited role on the team.
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Isaiah Stewart Tagged As Questionable For Thursday
Detroit Pistons forward/center Isaiah Stewart (knee) has been listed as questionable on the injury report ahead of Thursday's road outing against Sacramento. He's missed the past three games with a sprained left knee. Jalen Duren's (ankle) minutes have gone up during Stewart's absence, with Paul Reed providing backup off the bench. Reed has just logged a season-high 20 minutes in Monday's 117-114 victory against the Lakers. Strangely, he failed to score in the contest but was busy in other areas of the game, amassing three rebounds with five assists, two blocks, and three steals. Meanwhile, Duren has averaged 10.3 points and 9.0 rebounds across the last three games without Stewart.
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Jalen Duren Listed As Probable For Meeting With Kings
Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (ankle) is considered probable for Thursday's game against Sacramento. The talented big man is dealing with a right ankle sprain but is expected to play. Duren is a nightly double-double threat, averaging 9.0 points and 9.2 rebounds for the campaign with 1.1 blocks. Centers haven't been too productive against the Kings this season, but the hosts could be without Domantas Sabonis (illness) on Thursday. His absence would put Duren in a better position to perform.
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Keyonte George Iffy For Thursday's Game
Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (ankle) has been labeled as questionable for Thursday's meeting with Portland. An ankle might keep George off the court for a third consecutive game. The injury has given Svi Mykhailiuk a chance to prove his worth. He's made back-to-back starts, averaging 14.5 points and 2.0 assists with six makes from downtown. Mykhailiuk might do damage with three-point bombs again on Thursday, with the Trail Blazers giving up the eighth-most three-point makes in the league.
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John Collins Considered Questionable Thursday
Utah Jazz forward/center John Collins (hip) is questionable for Thursday's matchup against Portland. He's dealing with a hip contusion and might be absent for a second straight game. As a result of Collins' absence, Micah Potter hopped into the starting five for Monday's clash with Cleveland. He put in a good performance in 26 minutes with 11 points, seven rebounds, two assists, one steal, and one block. The Trail Blazers' defense is horrible, and they struggle to rebound the ball, so Potter will find himself in a perfect spot for another productive outing if he continues to fill in for Collins.
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Robert Williams III Questionable For Thursday's Action
Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III (ankle) is questionable for Thursday's game against Utah. He's in danger of missing a second consecutive contest. Williams III's continued absence would leave Deandre Ayton and Donovan Clingan as the lone big men in the rotation. Deni Avdija, who scored a team-high 19 points off the bench in Monday's 132-108 loss to Dallas, has also seen time at center this season. Utah gives up the fourth-most fantasy points to opposing centers, so this will be a juicy matchup for the Portland players who end up getting minutes at the five position.
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