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Waived by the Jazz in late June, Yurtseven averaged 11.4 minutes per game last season and failed to offer much fantasy value. According to Stein, while the Knicks did go through the step of working out the 7-footer, they ultimately decided not to sign him. It’s increasingly likely that the Knicks will head into training camp with Mitchell Robinson, Precious Achiuwa, and Jericho Sims as their primary options at center. While boasting a significant injury history, Robinson can provide top-100 fantasy value when available.

Hart aggravated his sprained left ankle during Friday’s loss to the Pistons, exiting during the third quarter. He’ll occupy his usual place within the Knicks’ starting lineup in Boston.

Towns did not play in Friday’s loss to the Pistons, having suffered a laceration above his right eye during Wednesday’s win over the Nuggets. His return could push Mitchell Robinson to the bench. However, with Boston having started Luka Garza and Neemias Queta the last two games, the Knicks could choose to go big. In that case, Mohamed Diawara would head to the bench.

Anuoby will miss a second consecutive game with a toe injury. Mohamed Diawara started Friday’s loss to the Pistons but offered little streaming value. If the Celtics stick with two bigs in their starting lineup, the Knicks could choose to start Mitchell Robinson alongside Karl-Anthony Towns. Whether he starts or comes off the bench, Robinson is valuable because of his rebounds and blocks.

Lower back spasms will keep Hauser out of Sunday’s matchup with the Knicks. The last time he missed a game, Wednesday’s win over the Rockets, the Celtics inserted Baylor Scheierman into the starting lineup. That could be the approach that Joe Mazzulla takes against the Knicks, but Scheierman is not a must-stream player in this spot.

Exum did not appear in a game this season, as he underwent season-ending knee surgery in November to address complications from an offseason procedure. The veteran guard, who was included in the Anthony Davis trade last week, will be an unrestricted free agent this summer.

Sunday’s game will be the sixth that Johnson has missed since spraining his left ankle during a January 29 win over the Bucks. Bub Carrington has been the replacement in the starting lineup and should retain that role until the rookie is cleared to return.

Initially questionable, Powell is on track to be available against the Wizards. And this could be a big game for the All-Star guard, as Washington is ranked 29th in points allowed per game and defensive rating.

Larsson, who suffered a right elbow contusion during Friday’s loss to the Celtics, was initially listed as doubtful. Simone Fontecchio replaced him in the lineup to begin the second half on Friday, so he may be the next man up to fill the void in the starting lineup.

With Alex Sarr (ankle) unavailable, Vukčević started Saturday’s loss to the Nets. However, he only played 20 minutes, with veteran Anthony Gill (hand) logging 28 off the bench. If Sarr, who’s also listed as questionable, plays, there isn’t much to be gained from rostering Vukčević in fantasy leagues, even on a four-game day.

Russell has yet to join the Wizards since being sent to the nation’s capital as part of the Anthony Davis trade. And it’s fair to wonder if the veteran guard is a buyout candidate, given the number of young perimeter players on the roster. There’s no need to roster Russell in fantasy leagues.