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Lauri Markkanen • PF • Jazz

Lauri Markkanen Expected to Return Tuesday

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (conditioning) is expected to rejoin the lineup on Tuesday night against the Los Angeles Clippers, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports. The team has officially listed Markkanen as questionable for the game. Markkanen has missed the past seven games due to illness. He will return at a good time, as Utah won't have Keyonte George (rest) in the lineup on Tuesday. His absence will put more of the ball in Markkanen's hands on the offensive end. Meanwhile, Svi Mykhailiuk will likely have to give up his spot in the first unit to the Finnish star.

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Keyonte George • SG • Jazz

Keyonte George Resting Tuesday

Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (rest) won't be in action on Tuesday night against the Los Angeles Clippers. He will take the night off to rest as Utah kicks off a back-to-back. George is likely to return to the lineup on Wednesday against the Golden State Warriors. In George's absence, Isaiah Collier and Walter Clayton Jr. are in line for extra work, with one of them likely jumping into the starting unit. Collier is the more proven fantasy option, averaging 9.1 points, 2.4 rebounds, and 6.6 assists during his sophomore campaign.

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Malik Monk • SG • Kings

Malik Monk Tagged as Questionable for Tuesday

Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (ankle) is questionable to play on Tuesday against the New York Knicks. He's dealing with soreness in his right ankle, which could sideline him during what has been his best stretch of the season. Monk has posted 18.6 points and 3.2 assists per game over the past five contests. On Tuesday, Monk could make an even bigger impact if Zach LaVine (back) isn't in the lineup. At the same time, Dennis Schroder and Keon Ellis would benefit from Monk's absence.

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Zach LaVine • SG • Kings

Zach LaVine Iffy for Tuesday's Action

Sacramento Kings guard/forward Zach LaVine (back) is considered questionable for Tuesday's tilt against the New York Knicks. He may have to skip a second straight game due to a sore lower back. LaVine's absence on Sunday against the Detroit Pistons resulted in Nique Clifford getting his fourth career start. The 23-year-old rookie had a good outing, scoring 15 points on 2-for-4 three-point shooting and grabbing three assists across 33 minutes of action. He will probably remain in the first unit if LaVine doesn't return against the Knicks. Additionally, LaVine's absence allows the rest of the group to make more plays offensively.

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Kawhi Leonard • SF • Clippers

Kawhi Leonard Questionable Tuesday

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's matchup against the Utah Jazz. Last week, he returned to the lineup from a three-game absence, but the two-time Finals MVP still isn't fully healthy. Still, Leonard has previously played despite his knee issue and a questionable tag, so there's a good chance he will suit up on Tuesday. After his most recent absence, Leonard has been limited to 25.5 minutes per game. Even with a lighter workload, he has made a significant impact, posting 26.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 3.0 assists. Kobe Sanders and Nicolas Batum are the candidates to replace Leonard in the starting unit if he can't play on Tuesday night.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo • PF • Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo Without Timetable for Return

Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) doesn't have a timetable for his return, head coach Doc Rivers said on Monday. The former MVP suffered a right calf strain on Friday night against the Denver Nuggets. After the game, Antetokounmpo said he expects to miss 4-6 weeks. The same injury sidelined Antetokounmpo for most of December, when he sat out eight games. Milwaukee also recently lost Kevin Porter Jr. (oblique), leaving the team without its two top scorers. The rest of the team must now step up offensively, while Bobby Portis and Kyle Kuzma are likely to see more playing time due to Antetokounmpo's absence.

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Devin Booker • SG • Suns

Devin Booker Unavailable This Week

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (ankle) won't be available this week, sitting out a second consecutive game on Tuesday against the Brooklyn Nets. On Sunday, the team announced that it plans to re-evaluate Booker in one week, meaning he will be unavailable for at least a few more games after Tuesday night. Phoenix lost its leader to an ankle injury during a game against the Atlanta Hawks last Friday. Grayson Allen moved back into the first unit for Sunday's matchup against the Miami Heat, bagging 18 points, six rebounds, and three assists. The veteran sniper has been hot recently, but he finished with a 1-for-11 record from behind the arc against Miami. Booker's absence also adds fantasy appeal to Collin Gillespie and Jordan Goodwin.

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Anthony Edwards • SG • Timberwolves

Anthony Edwards Won't Play on Monday Night

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (foot) won't play in Monday's rematch with Golden State. He was on the court for Sunday's loss to the Warriors, amassing 32 points and 11 rebounds in 34 minutes. The 24-year-old has been battling a right foot injury, so the team is likely playing it safe, meaning he should be back on Wednesday in Dallas. With Edwards ruled out, Bones Hyland, averaging 11 points in three starts, is the favorite to replace him in the starting lineup.

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Jusuf Nurkić • C • Jazz

Jusuf Nurkic Not Expected to Play on Tuesday Night

Utah Jazz center Jusuf Nurkic (illness) is doubtful heading into Tuesday's game against the Clippers. He's been making frequent appearances on the injury report because of an illness. However, the 31-year-old has been playing through it, amassing a triple-double in each of the last three contests. Unfortunately, it appears Nurkic won't be out there on Tuesday, meaning Kyle Filipowski, averaging 11.6 points and 7.2 rebounds in 15 starts this season, would be the favorite to replace him in the rotation.

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Jalen Green • SG • Suns

Jalen Green Questionable to Suit Up on Tuesday

Phoenix Suns guard Jalen Green (hamstring) is considered questionable to play on Tuesday against Brooklyn. The 23-Year-old has been battling a nagging right hamstring strain since training camp. Although he managed to suit up for the recent win over the 76ers, he experienced tightness in the hamstring in the loss to the Atlanta Hawks on January 23, limiting him to only four minutes of action. While there's a good chance he won't be available, the injury designation at least suggests things may not be as bad as initially feared. With that said, Green will likely come off the bench if he can get on the floor, so he won't be the safest fantasy option until he's back to full strength. If he isn't out there, Grayson Allen should continue to benefit, with the former Duke Blue Devil most recently amassing 18 points in Sunday's loss to Miami.

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Santi Aldama • PF • Grizzlies

Santi Aldama Back in Action on Monday

Memphis Grizzlies forward Santi Aldama (knee) will play on Monday versus the Houston Rockets after missing the last three games because of soreness. The Grizzlies are hurting, with Ja Morant (elbow), Zach Edey (ankle), and Jock Landale (personal), among others, all unavailable. As such, fantasy managers could see Aldama surpass his statistical averages of 14.0 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 3.0 assists despite a relatively challenging matchup on the horizon. That's also assuming he's healthy enough to log a full workload.

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Tre Jones • PG • Bulls

Tre Jones Sidelined Versus Lakers

Chicago Bulls point guard Tre Jones (hamstring) won't play against the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday. Jones is dealing with a left hamstring strain and is scheduled to be re-evaluated in two weeks. However, the 26-year-old was upgraded to doubtful ahead of tonight's contest before the Bulls made a final decision to hold him out. His next chance to suit up is Wednesday against the Pacers and he will likely be listed as doubtful before the matchup. Ayo Dosunmu and Kevin Huerter could see extra minutes on the floor while Jones is out of action.

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Sam Merrill • SG • Cavaliers

Sam Merrill Won't Play Monday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Sam Merrill (hand) is unavailable for Monday's game against the Orlando Magic due to personal reasons. Merrill had already missed five consecutive contests due to a right-hand sprain and it is unclear if he has fully recovered from the injury. While the 29-year-old sharpshooter continues to sit out, Jaylon Tyson will continue to benefit fantasy-wise, as Darius Garland (toe) is still sidelined as well. Tyson has started five straight games and is averaging 20.6 points, 6.8 rebounds, 4.0 assists, and 3.2 three-pointers across 34.0 minutes per outing during that timeframe.

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Draymond Green • PF • Warriors

Draymond Green Considered Questionable for Monday

Golden State Warriors forward/center Draymond Green (back) is listed as questionable against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday. Green may be held out to rest during the back end of this back-to-back after logging 23 minutes and collecting just two points on Sunday against Minnesota. If the 35-year-old veteran is unable suit up, the team could have to deal with a depleted frontcourt as Al Horford (rest) is already sidelined. If that's the case, Quinten Post and Gui Santos will likely be relied upon to pick up the slack during this evening's clash.

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Al Horford • C • Warriors

Al Horford Ruled Out for Monday's Matchup with Minnesota

Golden State Warriors center Al Horford (rest) won't suit up against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday. The 39-year-old big man doesn't play in back-to-back games and he will have the night off to rest after posting 10 points, five rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block across 23 minutes during a 111-85 win over Minnesota on Sunday. With Horford sidelined and Draymond Green (back) considered questionable, Buddy Hield and Quinten Post may take on extra minutes to help out a potentially light Warriors frontcourt.

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Stephen Curry • PG • Warriors

Stephen Curry Questionable on Monday

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (knee) is considered questionable for Monday's matchup with the Minnesota Timberwolves. Curry may sit out the second leg of a back-to-back this evening after he finished with 26 points, seven assists, two rebounds and four steals across 28 minutes during Sunday's 111-85 win over the Timberwolves. If the 37-year-old star guard sits out for maintenance due to lingering knee soreness, Brandin Podziemski could be a short-term option for fantasy managers for tonight's tilt.

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Sam Merrill • SG • Cavaliers

Sam Merrill Still Uncertain to Play Monday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Sam Merrill (hand) is questionable for Monday's game against Orlando as he works through a right-hand sprain that has already sidelined him for five straight contests. If Merrill remains out, Jaylon Tyson continues to be the clear fantasy beneficiary, especially with Darius Garland (toe) still unavailable. Tyson has started five straight games and is averaging 20.6 points, 6.8 rebounds, 4.0 assists, and 3.2 three-pointers in 34.0 minutes during that span. Craig Porter Jr. and Tyrese Proctor are tough to trust, offering only matchup-based fantasy value.

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Deni Avdija • SF • Trail Blazers

Deni Avdija Could Miss Second Straight Game Monday

Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward Deni Avdija (back) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against Boston as he works through a lower-back strain that already cost him one contest. If Avdija sits again, Portland's wing rotation stays fluid. Sidy Cissoko logged 33 minutes on Friday but managed just three points with three rebounds, limiting his fantasy appeal to deep leagues. Caleb Love is the cleaner streamer after producing 11 points, four rebounds, and three assists in 29 minutes, while Rayan Rupert remains a minutes-based flier with inconsistent usage.

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Zaccharie Risacher • SF • Hawks

Zaccharie Risacher Misses Ninth Straight Game Monday

Atlanta Hawks forward Zaccharie Risacher (knee) will sit again Monday against Indiana, extending his absence to nine straight games as he continues to recover from a left knee bone bruise. The second-year forward has recently ramped up activity with a G League assignment, suggesting a return may be getting closer. Until then, Atlanta's wing rotation remains unsettled. Corey Kispert and Vit Krejci continue to pick up minutes, but neither has delivered consistent fantasy value. Kispert has reached eight points just twice in his last five games and rarely clears 20 minutes, while Krejci's fluctuating role keeps him limited to deep-league consideration.

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Kristaps Porzingis • C • Hawks

Kristaps Porzingis Still Out Monday Against Pacers

Atlanta Hawks forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (Achilles) will miss Monday's game against Indiana, extending his absence to nine straight contests as he continues to manage left Achilles tendinitis. A clearer return window could emerge soon, with Wednesday next on the schedule. His continued absence locks Onyeka Okongwu into a featured frontcourt role. Okongwu delivered 25 points, five rebounds, five assists, and two steals in 36 minutes in the win over Phoenix and remains a strong fantasy start. His expanded workload keeps him firmly in must-roster territory, while Atlanta's frontcourt rotation stays condensed.

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