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Charania’s report includes that Lofton will compete for a spot during training camp, which likely means that this isn’t a guaranteed deal. If he doesn’t make their final roster, he’ll likely suit up with their G-League affiliate this upcoming season and could be a silly season hero if Chicago is out of the playoff race.

Largely an afterthought in fantasy basketball despite being a starter, Hunter delivered one of his best performances in a while on Tuesday. Averaging 5.7 points per game in Sacramento’s first three contests, Hunter finished with his first 20-point game since December 22, 2025, as a member of the Cavaliers. With Keegan Murray (ankle) out for 10-14 days, Hunter should have more opportunities to contribute offensively. The question is whether he can do so consistently.

Edwards is scheduled to undergo right knee surgery on Thursday, and more should be known about his recovery timeline following the procedure. With it now reported that he could be sidelined for more than the two-month maximum that was initially reported, players like Jonathan Kuminga, Ayo Dosunmu and Terrence Shannon Jr. become even more valuable in fantasy basketball. While Kuminga is already starting, either Dosunmu or Shannon will be tabbed to fill the void left by Edwards.

Initially listed as questionable with a sore left ankle, Henderson is good to go. He’ll take on his usual reserve role and back up Ja Morant.

Harper was the lone Spurs starter to play 30 minutes in Tuesday’s blowout victory, but his night nearly ended during the first quarter. The second-year wing tweaked his left knee when he landed on a teammate’s foot after converting a tip-in. After a brief moment on the court, Harper returned to the bench under his own power and stayed in the game. Tuesday’s game was the first of two in as many nights for the Spurs, so keep an eye out for Harper’s name on the injury report ahead of Wednesday’s game against the Jazz.

Four of the five Spurs starters recorded at least five assists, with Vassell leading with eight. That tally was one less than his total in San Antonio’s first three games, and in 2025-26 Vassell recorded five assists or more in six games. Simply put, fantasy managers should treat his assist output as a bonus, not an occurrence that could become the norm.

The Spurs removed the drama from Tuesday’s game in the first half, and Wembanyama dominated the first quarter. In that period, he recorded 17 points, five rebounds, one steal and two blocked shots to help San Antonio build a 10-point lead. Julian Champagnie took over in the second, and because the game was a blowout, Wemby played only 27 minutes. The limited minutes should bode well for Wembanyama’s availability for Wednesday’s game against the Jazz.

Champagnie put on a shooting clinic during the first half, making eight of his ten three-point attempts. That tied the Spurs franchise record for most three-pointers in a half, which was previously held by...Champagnie. Also, his six three-pointers in the second quarter tied the franchise record for most in a quarter, joining Manu Ginobili, Bryn Forbes and Harrison Barnes. The move to the bench has lowered Champagnie’s fantasy ceiling, but he remains a solid option for managers needing three-pointers.

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.

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.

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.