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Keyonte George Ruled Out For Tuesday
Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (heel) will be sidelined again on Tuesday when the Jazz return home from their three-game road trip and host the Hawks. George has started 28 games this season and played 31.5 minutes per game with a 24.7% usage rate that ranks third on the team. His absence opens up plenty of playing time and opportunity in the back court. Rookie Isaiah Collier made his third start of the season on Sunday in George's absence. Despite making just one of his eight field goal attempts, Collier still had decent value since he had six assists and five rebounds. His non-scoring production is enough to consider him in deep leagues while the absence of George, John Collins (personal), and Jordan Clarkson (foot) opens up plenty of scoring chances for the red-hot Brice Sensabaugh in addition to Kyle Filipowski, Collin Sexton, and Svi Mykhailiuk.
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John Collins Out Tuesday Against Atlanta
Utah Jazz forward John Collins (personal) won't face his former team on Tuesday when the Jazz host the Hawks. Collins has played just one game since December 21 after missing five games with a hip contusion before returning on Saturday and then missing Sunday's game with a personal matter that will also keep him away from the team on Tuesday. On Sunday, Micah Potter started in his spot against the Jazz and had three points, two rebounds, a steal, and a block in 21 minutes. Off the bench, Brice Sensabaugh and Kyle Filipowski both had big games with Sensabaugh scoring a team-high 27 points after scoring 34 points on Saturday night in Miami. Sensabaugh was the Jazz's first-round pick in 2023, and he should continue to get a chance to showcase his upside while Collins, Jordan Clarkson (foot), and Keyonte George (heel) are all sidelined.
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Jordan Clarkson Will Miss At Least Two Weeks
Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson (foot) had an MRI on Monday that confirmed a torn left plantar fascia, and he will be re-evaluated in two weeks, according to Sarah Todd of the Deseret News. Clarkson has battled foot issues much of the season and has played just 22 games with three starts. He has been effective when available, producing 16.0 points, 3.8 assists, and 3.4 rebounds in 25.5 minutes per game. While he is out, Collin Sexton and Brice Sensabaugh should each get big fantasy boosts. Sensabaugh was the team's first-round pick in the 2023 NBA Draft and has caught fire with 37 and 27 points in his last two games. The second-year wing should get plenty of action in the second unit for as long as Clarkson is sidelined.
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Yuki Kawamura Available To Play Monday Against The Mavericks
Memphis Grizzlies guard Yuki Kawamura (shoulder) has only played 15 games with the Grizzlies this season, but the two-way player will be able to play after being listed as probable with a left shoulder sprain. He has been out for the past three games and is only averaging 3.3 minutes per contest. Kawamura could potentially see a few more minutes with both Ja Morant (shoulder) and Desmond Bane (ankle) sidelined, but Luke Kennard (hamstring) will be available after initially being ruled out, so the veteran could take some of the extra usage as well. Rookie Cam Spencer has also been getting time while Kawamura has been sidelined and could be competition for minutes on the end of the Grizzlies bench in the backcourt.
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Luke Kennard Available To Play Monday
Memphis Grizzlies guard Luke Kennard (hamstring) was originally listed as out for Monday night's matchup against the Mavs, but he was upgraded to questionable in the afternoon and ultimately will be able to give it a go. He has stepped into a very involved role with Desmond Bane (ankle) and Ja Morant (shoulder) off the floor, as they will be on Monday. With those guards out, Kennard's usage has jumped to 17.3% from his season average of 14.3%. In the three games he has played without the two starters, he averaged 8.7 points, 6.0 assists, and 2.7 rebounds. He could be a solid DFS value play if he's able to have a similar workload on Monday, and his availability crowds Cam Spencer and Yuki Kawamura (shoulder) as potential DFS punt plays.
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Desmond Bane Downgraded To Out Against Dallas
Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane (ankle) was considered doubtful coming into Monday and was ruled out, as expected, before the Grizzlies hosted the Mavericks. Without Bane, Ja Morant (shoulder), Marcus Smart (finger), and Scotty Pippen Jr. will get all the usage they can handle in the backcourt, although Luke Kennard (hamstring) is now available after being upgraded from out to questionable in the middle of the day on Monday. Jaylen Wells and Cam Spencer will also be more involved in the backcourt against Dallas with Bane unavailable.
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Jalen Brunson Cleared To Face Orlando
New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (calf) will play versus Orlando. He recently missed a game because of calf injury. However, despite carrying injury designations, the 28-year-old has been on the floor, most recently scoring 33 points in Saturday's loss to Chicago. With Karl-Anthony Towns (hamstring) ruled out, Brunson should be in line for significantly more scoring opportunities, giving him added value for fantasy managers.
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Karl-Anthony Towns Won't Play On Monday
New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (hamstring) won't play in Monday's meeting with the Orlando Magic. KAT injured his hamstring during Saturday's loss to the Chicago Bulls and was considered questionable heading into this one. However, he won't be out there against the short-handed Magic, so his next chance to play will be on Wednesday versus Toronto. Fortunately, Jalen Brunson (calf) is cleared to suit up, so he'll pick up some additional scoring chances. The same should apply for Josh Hart, Mikal Bridges, and OG Anunoby, with Precious Achiuwa in line for a significant bump in fantasy production.
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Luke Kennard Available For Monday's Game
Memphis Grizzlies guard Luke Kennard (hamstring) is available ahead of Monday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. Kennard is back in action following a one-game absence due to hamstring soreness. Normally, Kennard's status isn't noteworthy, but the Grizzlies are going to need to lean on him more with them being shorthanded. Kennard has finished with double digit points in four of his last five games. He's worth a look as a deep league streaming option with the Grizzlies shorthanded right now.
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Andre Drummond Unavailable Against Suns
According to Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer, Philadelphia 76ers center Andre Drummond (toe) will miss Monday's matchup with the Suns. The 76ers have a depleted frontcourt going into the contest with Joel Embiid (foot/nose) also out. Guerschon Yabusele will be able to take on extra minutes, which will make him a decent streaming option this evening. He posted three points, six rebounds and two steals across 26 minutes in his last outing on Saturday against the Nets.
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Deandre Ayton Available On Monday
Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (rest) is available ahead of Monday's game against the Detroit Pistons. As expected, Ayton will suit up for this game after being listed as probable coming into this contest. The expectation is that Ayton will have his normal role in the rotation. Ayton has produced four double-doubles over his last eight games. When healthy, Ayton has been a reliable contributor, but keeping him on the court has been the biggest problem. Donovan Clingan figures to continue serving as the primary backup which is usually only minutes in the teens.
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Ben Simmons Won't Play On Monday
Brooklyn Nets guard Ben Simmons (calf) has been ruled out ahead of Monday's game against the Indiana Pacers. Simmons will now miss his third game in a row due to left calf soreness. His absence comes at a bad time with D'Angelo Russell (shin) also being sidelined. That means, Keon Johnson and Ziaire Williams should both see expanded roles. Williams is still working his way back to full speed, so Johnson is looking like the better streaming option ahead of Monday's slate.
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D'Angelo Russell Ruled Out For Monday
Brooklyn Nets guard D'Angelo Russell (shin) has been ruled out ahead of Monday's game against the Indiana Pacers. Russell suffered a right shin contusion during Saturday's game, but it doesn't sound like something that is going to sideline him long term. He'll sit out Monday's game alongside Ben Simmons (calf) which will leave the Nets shorthanded. Keon Johnson and Ziaire Williams should both see expanded roles with Russell and Simmons sidelined. Williams recently came back from injury and is still working his way back to full speed. Johnson is the most consistent streaming option for Monday's game.
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Kyle Lowry Sidelined On Monday
According to Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com, Philadelphia 76ers guard Kyle Lowry (hip) won't play against the Suns on Monday due to a hip injury. His next chance to suit up will come versus the Wizards on Wednesday. With the 38-year-old sidelined, the 76ers' backcourt could see a shift, with Tyrese Maxey potentially taking on a more minutes. Meanwhile, Reggie Jackson, Eric Gordon, and Caleb Martin will be provided plenty of opportunities to put up points.
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RJ Barrett Returning On Monday
Toronto Raptors guard RJ Barrett (illness) is back in action for Monday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. Barrett will make his return to the court after missing each of the last three games due to an illness. It sounds like Barrett is going to have a minutes limit, but the number of minutes hasn't been revealed. The return of Barrett will push Ochai Agbaji back to the bench. Agbaji won't be as appealing of a streaming option with his regular role off the bench. Fantasy managers should go ahead and get Barrett back in their lineups ahead of tip-off.
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Joel Embiid Won't Play Monday Against Suns
Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports that Philadelphia 76ers center, Joel Embiid (foot and face), won't play against the Suns on Monday due to dealing with a sprained left foot and a sinus fracture. While the 30-year-old is missing in action, fantasy managers could move toward Andre Drummond, as he is averaging 8.1 points, 10.1 rebounds, and 1.6 steals in 14 starts during the 2024-25 season. Guerschon Yabusele will also likely to see an uptick in minutes on Monday with the big man out.
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Ausar Thompson Out Monday
Detroit Pistons forward Ausar Thompson (illness) won't be playing against the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night due to an illness. The 21-year-old was added to the starting five in their last game after Jaden Ivey's (leg) leg injury. He put up an impressive performance during the contest with 10 points, 10 rebounds, two assists and six steals in 26 minutes in a 119-105 win over Minnesota. With Thompson out, the spotlight is on Malik Beasley to step up as the best fantasy streaming option after his strong performance on Saturday, scoring 23 points, two rebounds, one assist, and three steals across 33 minutes.
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De'Aaron Fox Unavailable On Monday
Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox (hip) has been ruled out ahead of Monday's game against the Miami Heat. Fox also sat out on Sunday versus the Warriors due to a right glute contusion. His next chance to suit up comes on January 10th. While Fox is out, Malik Monk will see an uptick in minutes on the floor. Keon Ellis will likely take on some extra playing time as well.
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Kyrie Irving Expected To Miss At Least One To Two Weeks
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (back) is expected to miss at least one to two weeks due to a bulging disk in his back. Irving was already unavailable on Monday against Memphis because of an illness. His extended absence is a significant loss for the Mavs who already have Luka Doncic (calf), missing in action. While the 32-year-old is sidelined, Spencer Dinwiddie, Quentin Grimes, and Jaden Hardy will take on most of the backcourt minutes that will be available.
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Miles McBride Draws Another Questionable Status On Monday
New York Knicks guard Miles McBride (hamstring) has been tagged as questionable again on Monday and could miss a fourth consecutive game against the Orlando Magic. McBride has been an important bench piece so far this season and has scored in the double digits 14 times while registering at least one steal in 15 of his 28 games. If he's forced to miss another game, Cameron Payne and Landry Shamet will likely see some added playing time again off of the bench. Both of them aren't recommended as streaming options though since the starters will likely run heavy minutes.
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