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Wiggins missed Wednesday’s game, which allowed Ajay Mitchell to start in his place. However, Mitchell has been ruled out on Friday with an abdominal strain. Wiggins should start if he plays, but if he remains out, Isaiah Joe should slide in as a starter.

Cunningham is likely to suit up Sunday against the Kings given his probable listing, though he’s on the injury report for left hip injury management reasons. It’s difficult to ignore the 24-year-old point guard’s struggles recently as he’s been held under 20 points in each of the last four games. Cunningham, who’s averaging 25.3 points per game this season, will likely have the chance to bounce back against the Kings on Sunday.

In the aftermath of Saturday’s killing of a man by federal agents, the league has decided to postpone Saturday’s game. The two teams will play on Sunday at 5:30 p.m. Eastern, meaning the Warriors and Timberwolves will meet on consecutive nights.

George is good to go after logging 37 minutes in Thursday’s overtime victory over the Rockets. Look for his workload to remain consistent as the 76ers look to move to 3-0 against the Knicks this season.

Embiid was listed as probable on the initial injury report, so the status upgrade was expected. He’s been on a roll recently, recording a triple-double in Thursday’s win over the Rockets and playing 46 of a possible 53 minutes.

Sarr wasn’t particularly efficient with 24 points on 19 field goal attempts, but he did lead the Wizards in scoring on Saturday. The 20-year-old center has been excellent on the defensive end, though, as he recorded at least one steal and at least one block for the third consecutive game. Sarr has provided eighth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Wizards have a four-game week coming up, beginning against the Trail Blazers on Tuesday.

Towns is good to go after being listed as questionable on the initial injury report for Saturday’s game. He’ll occupy his usual place in the starting lineup, with Mitchell Robinson coming off the bench.

Khris Middleton missed Saturday’s game with a foot injury with Will Riley replacing him in the starting lineup. Champagnie outplayed Riley, though, and ended up playing more minutes off the bench. The 24-year-old shooting guard had a double-double with 15 points and 11 rebounds in 32 minutes. Champagnie has provided eighth-round per game value over the last two weeks, showing he has some fantasy value in the sixth man role with the Wizards.

Diabaté again started ahead of Ryan Kalkbrenner against the Wizards on Saturday. The 24-year-old center also played the majority of the center minutes with 32 minutes played to Kalkbrenner’s 16 and it’s no mystery as to why given their respective production Saturday. The pair of centers continue to handle the center minutes, though it’s anyone’s guess who will lead the team in minutes on a given night. Kalkbrenner’s fantasy value would have better standing if Diabaté’s role was diminished in any way.

Miller was just three assists shy of recording a triple-double against the Wizards on Saturday. The 23-year-old small forward is averaging 23.7 points per game, 4.7 rebounds per game, 4.0 assists per game and 3.2 three-pointers per game over his last six games. Miller has returned fifth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Hornets will play four games next week, starting with a matchup against the 76ers on Monday.

Ball played 32 minutes for the first time in 12 days, a span of five games. The 24-year-old had 20 points on 19 field goal attempts, but his real value came from setting up teammates. Ball had 11 assists and the Hornets won their third consecutive game when he has double-digit assists. He’s provided seventh-round per game value over the last two weeks.