Banchero enjoyed one of his most productive nights of the season on Tuesday, and he was at his best during the third quarter. The Magic forward scored 17 points in the period, shooting 6-of-7 from the field. The 36 points were one shy of Banchero’s season-high, and he’s scored 30 or more in seven games. Banchero and the Magic head home for their final two games of Week 18, starting with the Rockets on Thursday.

After recording an efficient double-double in Sunday’s loss to the Raptors, Porter produced another excellent stat line on Tuesday. He matched his season-high with 32 points, having recorded his last 30-point game in a December 6 loss to the Pistons. Add in the rebounds, assists and “stocks,” with KPJ also producing excellent percentages, and this was an excellent night to have him rostered. The Bucks, who remain without Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf), play three more games in Week 18, starting with the Cavaliers on Wednesday.

It has been over a month since Kuminga last suited up, and when he did, it was for the Warriors. In his first game with Atlanta, it appears Golden State gave up on him too quickly. Sure, it’s only one game, but he was incredible in his debut. Plus, Jalen Johnson (hip) exited in the first quarter. Kuminga didn’t start the second half, but he should take on extended minutes if Johnson ends up remaining sidelined more than just the end of this game.

While he wasn’t as explosive as he was in Sunday’s win over the Timberwolves, Maxey has now scored at least 30 points in two straight and four of his last six games. Even better for fantasy managers was the overall line, with the 76ers’ guard finishing one rebound and two assists shy of a triple-double. Philadelphia plays two more games in Week 18, starting with the Heat on Thursday.

George is set to miss his fifth consecutive game with a sprained right ankle. Isaiah Collier will continue to fill in during George’s absence and should be rostered in all leagues at this point.

In a move that should shock nobody, another member of the Jazz has been shut down for the season. Nurkić’s absence should free up plenty of playing time for Kyle Filipowski, but Utah’s rotations have no rhyme or reason as the team looks to win as few games as possible down the stretch.

This latest update adds further substance to earlier reports that Murray would make his season debut against the Warriors. After missing most of the season while recovering from a ruptured Achilles, Murray’s workload will surely limited. How many minutes he plays and what that means for Jeremiah Fears’ playing time remains to be seen.

Despite playing on a left ankle that caused him to exit Friday’s loss to the Lakers in crunch time, Leonard had another outstanding performance in a losing effort. Leading all scorers with 37 points, the Clippers’ star posted a robust stat line, including five “stocks.” A top-20 fantasy player over the past month, Leonard’s season-long value places him within the top-5 in eight- and nine-cat formats. As long as Kawhi remains healthy, those who have him rostered should be in excellent shape for the fantasy playoffs. The Clippers only play two games in Week 18, starting with the Timberwolves on Thursday.

One day removed from scoring 34 points in a double-overtime loss to the Suns, Bane was even more productive against the Clippers. The 36 points were one shy of his season-high, and the Magic guard has scored 30 or more on three of his last four appearances. Over the past month, Bane has been a top-10 player in nine-cat formats, performing even better than fantasy managers hoped he would this season. The Magic conclude their road trip on Tuesday against the Lakers, the first of three games they’ll play during Week 18.

Since Pritchard has started 48 games this season, he won’t be eligible to repeat as NBA Sixth Man of the Year. That said, his return to the bench has paid major dividends for the Celtics and the fantasy managers who have Pritchard on their rosters. He lit up the Lakers for 30 points on Sunday and has scored at least 24 points in six of the seven games he’s played since the lineup change. Since Boston’s February 3 win over the Mavericks, Pritchard has been a top-25 player in eight- and nine-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster.