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After being let go by the Lakers after a disappointing 2021-22 season, Vogel did not coach at all this season. In 11 total seasons as a head coach, he’s won more than 52% of his games, most notably leading the Lakers to the NBA title in 2020. In addition to Vogel, former Raptors coach Nick Nurse and former Suns coach Monty Williams have also been mentioned as possible candidates for the 76ers job. In the case of Williams, it has also been reported that he could choose to sit out next season, as he’s still owed $21 million over three years by the Suns.

Toppin injured his right shoulder in late November while playing for the Hawks’ G League affiliate. Diagnosed with a torn labrum, he underwent surgery on Monday and will not play again this season. While Toppin’s absence does not affect the Hawks’ rotation, he’ll miss out on what could have been valuable in-game reps in College Park.

Initially questionable for Monday’s game, Edwards is good to go and won’t be under any restrictions. He’ll take on his usual role as Minnesota’s first scoring option. Mike Conley will remain in his usual reserve role since Edwards is available.

Dadiet is not in the Knicks’ regular rotation when healthy, so his absence will not affect fantasy basketball.

McBride suffered a sprained left ankle during Sunday’s win over the Magic and did not return. If the Knicks advance to the NBA Cup semifinals with a victory on Tuesday, they would be off until Saturday. No McBride means the Knicks will need more consistency from Jordan Clarkson, and he is not worth the risk in most fantasy leagues.

Suggs injured his leg during the fourth quarter of Sunday’s loss to the Knicks, but he did return to the bench after a brief stretch in the locker room. His absence from the injury report means the Magic point guard will be available for Tuesday’s NBA Cup quarterfinal.

Under normal circumstances, Shannon’s availability would have a limited impact on fantasy basketball. However, with Anthony Edwards (illness) still considered questionable, a few more minutes may become available to the second-year wing despite coming off the bench.

Monday’s game will be the sixth that Schröder has missed with a strained right hip flexor. Russell Westbrook had already claimed the starting point guard job before Sacramento lost Schröder, so his continued absence affects the bench more. Nique Clifford has seen his playing time increase recently, while Keon Ellis’ role has been inconsistent. Neither is a must-stream in this spot.

Initially questionable for Monday’s game due to a sore right trapezius muscle, Murray is officially available to play. He will occupy his usual place within the Kings’ starting lineup, so double-check to ensure that Murray is not sitting on your bench.

Shead, who played 22 minutes off the bench in Sunday’s loss to the Celtics, is dealing with a quad contusion. While Shead’s availability won’t impact Immanuel Quickley’s status as the starting point guard, the Raptors may need to look to Scottie Barnes to handle more playmaking responsibilities when Quickley is not in the game. Also, Ja’Kobe Walter may see his minutes increase if Shead can’t play. He logged 12 minutes on Sunday despite once again replacing RJ Barrett in the starting lineup.

Battle did not play in Sunday’s loss to the Celtics and appears likely to remain out for Tuesday’s NBA Cup quarterfinal. His absence does not directly impact fantasy basketball, but it will mean that the Raptors rely even more on Sandro Mamukelashvili and Collin Murray-Boyles off the bench.