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    Tristen Newton contributes 20 points, six rebounds

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    Tristen Newton accounted for 20 points (7-of-13 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, one assist, two steals, one block and two three-pointers in Thursday’s win over the Nets.

    Having appeared in nine total NBA games in his first two professional seasons, Newton is looking to use summer league as a springboard into a greater opportunity in 2025-26. The former UConn standout put up 20 points on good shooting numbers on Thursday, and the victory may be enough to push Houston into Saturday’s semifinals. Newton is unlikely to be in a position where he can offer reliable fantasy value once the season begins. Still, a good finish to the summer could ensure him a longer look from Rockets decision-makers.
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    Egor Dëmin (leg) will not return to Tuesday’s game against the Celtics.

    Dëmin suffered a right leg contusion during the second quarter of Tuesday’s game and returned to the locker room shortly thereafter. He’s now done for the night, with Keon Ellis entering the lineup to begin the third quarter.
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    Arizona Sports 98.7’s John Gambadoro reports that Oso Ighodaro (oblique) is feeling better but remains day-to-day ahead of Friday’s game against the Nuggets.

    Ighodaro injured his oblique during the Suns’ season-opening loss to the Trail Blazers and has missed the last two games. While his absence hasn’t changed the starting lineup, as Khaman Maluach has been the preferred center, it has led to Duop Reath getting rotation minutes off the bench.
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    Isaiah Joe (hip) is out for Tuesday’s game against the Knicks.

    Joe landed hard on his right hip during Sunday’s win over the 76ers and did not return to action. His absence on Tuesday won’t affect fantasy basketball, as Ausar Thompson (ankle) is available.
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    Ausar Thompson (ankle) is available for Tuesday’s game against the Knicks.

    Thompson is back after sitting out Sunday’s win over the Knicks. He’ll take on the task of defending Jalen Brunson, while Daniss Jenkins returns to the bench.
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    Jaxson Hayes (shoulder) is questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Spurs.

    Due to a sore right shoulder, Hayes did not play in Monday’s loss to the Grizzlies. If he can play on Wednesday, Hayes could start, as Jaren Jackson Jr. (knee) is out for 6-8 weeks. If Hayes can’t play, the Jazz would have to rely even more on Mo Bamba and Kyle Filipowski.
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    Nolan Traoré, Egor Dëmin, Michael Porter Jr., Julius Randle and Day’Ron Sharpe will start Tuesday’s game against the Celtics.

    One game removed from recording 17 points and five assists, Traoré has been rewarded with his first start of the season. He replaces Keon Ellis, who will come off the bench. The change also means that Dëmin will spend more time off the ball, which could help him get going after a slow start to the season.
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    Derrick White (hip) is available for Tuesday’s game against the Nets.

    White was initially listed as probable for Tuesday’s game, so the status upgrade was expected. He’ll fill his usual spot in the Celtics’ starting lineup.
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    ESPN’s Shams Charania reports that Anthony Edwards (knee) will undergo arthroscopic surgery and will miss up to two months.

    So much for Edwards being listed as questionable on the Timberwolves’ initial injury report for Wednesday’s game against the Warriors. He’ll reportedly need to undergo an arthroscopic procedure on his right knee and could miss up to two months. While the timeline isn’t guaranteed, fantasy managers can stash Edwards on the IL until he’s cleared to return. As alternatives, Ayo Dosunmu and Terrence Shannon Jr. should see more opportunities, and starters Jaden McDaniels and Jonathan Kuminga should too.
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    Spencer Jones (hamstring) is out for Wednesday’s game against the Pelicans.

    Jones hasn’t played this season, and his absence has factored into rookie Trevon Brazile getting consistent rotation minutes. While he isn’t a must-roster player in redraft leagues, Brazile has played well enough to merit remaining in the rotation once the Nuggets are whole.
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    Cameron Johnson (ankle) is doubtful for Wednesday’s game against the Pelicans.

    Johnson has missed Denver’s last two games and will likely miss a third. If he remains out, Bryce Hopkins should get another start.