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Kawhi Leonard To Make Season Debut On Saturday
Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (knee) is available and is set to make his season debut against the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday. As expected, Leonard will be on a minutes restriction during his first game back in action. The return of Leonard is a welcoming sight for the Clippers who could desperately use his help right now. Derrick Jones Jr. figures to move to the bench and will lose fantasy appeal with Leonard returning. Norman Powell also is likely to lose some fantasy value once Leonard is back up to full speed. Fantasy managers in season-long formats can get Leonard back in their lineups while Leonard remains a risky play for DFS contests on Saturday.
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Gabe Vincent Tagged As Doubtful For Sunday
Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent (oblique) is considered doubtful for Sunday's game against the Houston Rockets. Vincent has missed the last three games and appears to be in danger of missing another due to an oblique injury. His absence doesn't mean a ton considering he's only playing minutes in the teens right now. However, the newly acquired Shake Milton will probably see an uptick in minutes if Vincent is unable to go on Sunday. Milton hasn't done much since the trade over to the Lakers, so fantasy managers can ignore him as a fantasy option right now.
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Alex Caruso Remains Sidelined On Sunday
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso (hip) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Boston Celtics. Caruso is set to miss his seventh game in a row due to a lingering hip issue. It doesn't sound like Caruso is nearing a return to the court. That being said, Luguentz Dort and Cason Wallace figure to continue seeing increased roles in the rotation. Wallace is playing big minutes, but isn't much of a scoring option. Dort is the slightly better fantasy option, but both players are low-end streaming options while Caruso is out.
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Jeremy Sochan Will Suit Up Saturday
San Antonio Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan (back) is set to play against the Denver Nuggets on Saturday. After missing Friday's game due to the back issue, Sochan is ready to take the court for the rematch with Denver. Sochan has been on a strong run over the past two weeks with impressive performances, including two games with 14 or more rebounds. He'll face a tough challenge against the Nuggets, but he'll have a chance to make an impact as he returns to the starting lineup.
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Jalen Brunson Will Play Saturday
New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (right calf tightness) is available for Saturday's game against the Chicago Bulls after being listed as probable. Brunson has been logging heavy minutes, playing 40 or more in two of his last three games, including an impressive 55-point outing against the Wizards. Despite dealing with the calf issue, the star point guard will suit up and continue to lead the Knicks offense. Brunson has been outstanding this season, averaging 25.1 points and 7.7 assists per game, while maintaining his efficiency.
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Anthony Davis Listed As Probable For Sunday
Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis (ankle) is considered probable for Sunday's matchup against the Houston Rockets. After sitting out Thursday's game against Portland, Davis bounced back on Friday with a strong performance, totaling 18 points and 19 rebounds in the win over Atlanta. He has been dominant on the boards recently, recording 13 or more rebounds in three consecutive games, while also contributing significantly on the defensive end with 11 combined blocks and steals.
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LeBron James Probable For Sunday
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (foot) is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Houston Rockets. James has been managing a left foot injury, but it doesn't seem to be severe enough to keep him out of action. The veteran star continues to impress, having scored 30 points or more in his last two games while contributing in multiple ways, including eight assists in each of those contests. Fantasy managers can expect more of the same as long as he continues to suit up.
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Khris Middleton Will Face The Blazers
Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (ankles) is good to go heading into Saturday's matchup with Portland. The veteran had bilateral ankle surgery during the offseason and has been working his way back. Fortunately, he's coming along, most recently amassing 12 points in 24 minutes in Thursday's narrow loss to the Brooklyn Nets. While Middleton still has a way to go, he deserves some attention on Saturday against a Portland team that has struggled on the defensive end this season.
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Cleared For Action On Saturday
Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is available for Saturday's game versus the Trail Blazers. As usual, the multi-time MVP appeared on the injury report because of right patella tendinopathy. However, his status was never really in doubt. Antetokounmpo has missed six games this season. But he's made up for it from a statistical standpoint, averaging a career-high 32.4 points with 11.7 rebounds, 6.0 assists, and 1.5 blocks. As such, Antetokounmpo is a must-start, obviously, and he might exceed expectations against a Portland club that has allowed 117.2 points per contest this season.
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Bradley Beal Will Play Saturday
Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (hip) has been cleared to play in Saturday's game against the Indiana Pacers. Beal's availability is welcome news for the Suns and fantasy managers, given his occasional injury concerns. This season, he's averaging 18.2 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game. While his performances have been up and down recently, he's scored at least 27 points in two of his last four games. Facing the fast-paced Pacers, Beal could be in line for another solid outing.
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Cade Cunningham Available for Saturday
Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (left knee soreness) is available for Saturday's matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Cunningham had been listed as probable but is now cleared to play and will continue his role as the centerpiece of Detroit's offense. The star guard has proven capable of elite production, including two triple-doubles in the past month, making him a valuable fantasy asset whenever he is on the court.
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Dejounte Murray Questionable for Sunday
New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray is questionable for Sunday's game against the Washington Wizards due to right elbow soreness. It's unclear when the injury occurred, but his availability is now in doubt. Murray has been great for fantasy managers this season, averaging 15.5 points, 7.7 assists, 6.4 rebounds, and 2.4 steals in 33.6 minutes per game. He recently posted a double-double with 11 points and 12 assists in a game against Washington. If he's unable to suit up, players like Jose Alvarado, and Jordan Hawkins could see increased roles.
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Noah Clowney Upgraded To Available On Saturday
Brooklyn Nets forward Noah Clowney (hip) has been upgraded to available for Saturday night's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Clowney missed one game after taking a hard fall earlier in the week but will be able to gut it out on Saturday. The 20-year-old should be expected to make the start tonight as he has in five of his last six games. In that span he's averaged 12.0 PPG and 4.2 RPG. He should make an intriguing fantasy option on Saturday, especially if Brooklyn uses him to attack from deep as he's shooting 44.7% from three in his last six games.
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Joel Embiid Active For Saturday Night Matchup Against Nets
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (foot, face) is officially active and in the starting lineup for the Sixers' matchup against the Brooklyn Nets. Embiid has been able to play in four of Philly's last five games, averaging 31 PPG and 9.3 RPG. These averages are what fantasy managers are more accustomed to from the 30-year-old who's been dealing with injuries for much of the past calendar year. Embiid should be considered a must start in all fantasy formats, especially against a weak Brooklyn Nets team.
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Brandon Miller Questionable Heading Into Sunday Against Cavaliers
Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Miller has missed six of Charlotte's last seven games dealing with a left ankle sprain. The 22-year-old has been a solid option in Charlotte's offense when healthy, averaging 21.4 PPG this season. If active, fantasy managers can expect him to take quite a few shots from deep as Cleveland's defense is prone to three-point shooters. If not, expect LaMelo Ball (if active) to be the best fantasy option for the Hornets. If neither can go, expect Miles Bridges to become the main focal point of Charlotte's offense.
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LaMelo Ball Questionable For Sunday's Game Against Cleveland
Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle, wrist) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Ball has missed each of Charlotte's last three games. He's been a very solid fantasy option when healthy, averaging 30.1 PPG as one of Charlotte's only dynamic options outside of Brandon Miller. If active he will be a top fantasy option against a Cleveland team that is prone to receiving damage from three-point shooters. If Ball is unable to go, expect Brandon Miller to get the lion's share of usage in Charlotte's offense. However, Miller is also questionable and if he can't go then the next best option would be Miles Bridges.
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Trendon Watford Resumes On Court Workouts, Will Be Re-Evaluated In One Week
Brooklyn Nets forward Trendon Watford (hamstring) has resumed individual on court exercises and will be re-evaluated for his hamstring strain in one week. Watford has missed each of Brooklyn's last eight games. When healthy he has averaged 8.3 PPG and 2.8 RPG. With such limited run when active, his fantasy impact has been minimal when healthy and barely noticeable when out. That may change when he's active again given Brooklyn's willingness to trade most of its current roster during its rebuild, but there will still need to be some caution taken given his injury-riddled season. Until Watford returns, expect Ziaire Williams and Day'Ron Sharpe to get more time at forward for the Nets.
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Kelly Oubre Jr. Officially Ruled Out For Saturday's Game Against Nets
Philadelphia 76ers forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (hand) has officially been ruled out of Saturday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. Oubre is dealing with a left hand sprain that's caused him to miss each of Philadelphia's last two games. The 29-year-old has been a decent fantasy option this year, posting up 12.8 PPG and 5.7 RPG. In his absence, expect Caleb Martin and Guerschon Yabusele to get extended run in Philly's lineup.
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Paolo Banchero Still Ruled Out For Sunday's Game
Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (conditioning) has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Utah Jazz. The ruling should come as no surprise as Banchero has missed the team's last 31 games, but the 22-year-old has been making progress from his oblique injury and has been ramping up activities as of late, even being able to participate in the team's pregame shootaround in Toronto. Banchero could be returning to the lineup in the next few games. Orlando desperately is awaiting his return as their roster has been decimated by injuries this season, yet they still hold the four seed in the East. With the 22-year-old out, expect Tristan Da Silva and Cole Anthony to drive Orlando's offense until his return with Jalen Suggs dealing with a back sprain.
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Gary Harris Ruled Out For Sunday's Game Against Utah
Orlando Magic guard Gary Harris (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Utah Jazz. Harris is dealing with a left hamstring strain that's caused him to miss a significant amount of time this season. The 30-year-old was able to suit up for three games for the Magic before missing Friday's game in Toronto. Given this is the same hamstring that's already been causing him issues fantasy managers should proceed with caution if he's on their roster. In his absence, expect Jonathan Isaac to receive more minutes off the bench.
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