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Having missed the Grizzlies’ last three games with sesamoiditis in his right great toe, Pippen will now undergo a season-ending sesamoidectomy to address the issue. He underwent a similar procedure in October, which delayed the guard’s season debut until early February. Pippen only appeared in ten games this season, finishing with averages of 11.4 points, 2.2 rebounds, 4.7 assists, 1.9 steals and 1.0 three-pointers in 21.2 minutes. With Ty Jerome having recently missed some games, Javon Small and Cam Spencer will have added fantasy value for the rest of this season.

Siakam and Toppin played in Saturday’s loss to the Spurs, with the former making his first appearance since March 8. Siakam played 29 minutes against San Antonio, with Toppin logging 19 minutes off the bench. Expect the forwards to take on similar workloads if allowed to play on Monday, with Jarace Walker likely being asked to log heavy minutes.

Nembhard and Nesmith were in the Pacers’ starting lineup for Saturday’s loss to the Spurs, playing 28 and 25 minutes, respectively. They’ll likely take on similar workloads if available against the Magic. While Nembhard can still provide reliable standard-league value, Nesmith is a deep-league option at best.

Smart is dealing with a sore right ankle, casting some doubt on his availability for Monday’s game. If he can’t play, Jake LaRavia would be asked to move into the starting lineup, giving him some streaming value in deep leagues. Luke Kennard would also pick up additional opportunities if Smart sits.

Hachimura’s availability is more impactful, as he has consistently logged rotation minutes off the bench. If he can’t play on Monday, Jarred Vanderbilt could enter the rotation after picking up a DNP-CD in Saturday’s win over the Magic. As for Kleber, he has not appeared in a game since March 8. If available, his minutes are likely to be limited.

Collier will remain out for another game due to hamstring injury management. Bez Mbeng started Saturday’s loss to the 76ers and played 45 minutes, while Kennedy Chandler logged 37 minutes off the bench. Given the workload for both players the last time out, they’re worth the streaming risk in deep leagues.

Leonard and Collins are dealing with left ankle sprains, but the former has a greater chance of not playing against the Bucks. If either player sits, Jordan Miller and Kobe Sanders are the players most likely to take on enhanced roles, with the spot starter being worth a look in deep leagues.

Mathurin sat out all three games of the Clippers’ road trip that concluded in Dallas on Saturday. He’ll remain out for at least one more game, resulting in more minutes for Kris Dunn and Jordan Miller. While neither player is a must-stream option, Dunn is worth a look for managers seeking defensive production.

Kuzma had to leave Saturday’s win over the Suns during the third quarter after experiencing tightness in his right Achilles tendon. If he can’t play on Monday, Ousmane Dieng may be in line to receive the most significant boost to his fantasy value. As for Harris, he is on track to play, but his availability does not affect fantasy basketball.

Portis is available after sitting out Saturday’s win over the Suns. He’ll provide depth and production off the bench and is worth rostering in some 12-team leagues.

Porter will miss another game due to synovitis in his right knee, and the Bucks may be approaching the point where a shutdown is possible. Ryan Rollins has served as the starting point guard and should continue to do so, making him a worthwhile option in 12-team leagues.