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While White was held out of Thursday’s loss to the Spurs, Scheierman started for Jayson Tatum and played 34 minutes. If White returns, that would push Payton Pritchard to the bench. Scheierman will also be with the reserves, as Tatum is available.

Vukčević, who started Sunday’s game for Alex Sarr, experienced tightness in his lower back during the second half and will not return. He played 15 minutes, finishing with 13 points, one rebound, one assist and three three-pointers. Anthony Gill has stepped in to take over the center responsibilities for the rest of the night.

Traoré has scored in double figures in three straight games, with the 17 points in Sacramento being the most in a game for him since March 1. Just as important for the rookie point guard was the turnover count. After rolling up ten in losses to the Warriors and Knicks, Traoré was responsible for just two on Sunday. As long as he’s healthy, Traoré should have every opportunity to run the team. He isn’t a must-add, but the rookie is worth considering in deep leagues, especially with the Nets playing four games in Week 22.

While Saraf still has work to do as a perimeter shooter, as evidenced by his 0-of-6 night from three, he was highly efficient inside of the arc. The rookie guard shot 10-of-14 from two, while also providing solid value in assists and steals. Nolan Traoré remains the starting point guard, but Egor Dëmin (foot) being out for the rest of the season has opened up more opportunities for Saraf.

A starter in Brooklyn’s last two games, Williams has totaled 35 points, six rebounds, four assists, three steals, one blocked shot and four three-pointers in losses to the Knicks and Kings. His value moving forward depends on the availability of Noah Clowney (wrist), who did not play in either matchup. The Nets play in Portland on Monday, and Williams may be worth a look in deep leagues if Clowney misses another game.

Given how small the Nets were in the frontcourt on Sunday, this was an excellent matchup for Achiuwa. While the shooting percentages weren’t great, fantasy managers will certainly take the 15 rebounds. The final tally was a season-high in that category, and Achiuwa is up to ten double-doubles on the season. Like fellow starter Maxime Raynaud, the Kings are likely to continue playing Achiuwa heavy minutes for the rest of the season, preserving his fantasy value. With Sacramento scheduled to play four games in Week 22, don’t hesitate to add Precious if he’s on the waiver wire.

With no Russell Westbrook and Killian Hayes (toe) and Nique Clifford (ankle) leaving Sunday’s game due to injuries, there was room for Monk to do what he’s capable of offensively. The Kings’ guard recorded his second 30-point stat line in four appearances, shooting 7-of-13 from beyond the arc. Add in the six assists, and Sunday was a good day to have Monk on a fantasy roster.

With the Nets forced to go small on Sunday due to injuries, this set up to be a good day for Raynaud. And the rookie took advantage of his opportunities, recording his 16th double-double of the season. Raynaud has scored at least 20 points in four of his last five appearances, a run that includes two 30-point games. As long as he’s healthy, the rookie center should be able to provide consistent fantasy value for the rest of the season. The Kings now hit the road for four games in Week 22, starting with the Hornets on Tuesday.

Initially questionable for Sunday’s game, O’Neale will miss a third straight with a sore left knee. Jordan Goodwin was the replacement in the lineup for the last two, but the production has been inconsistent. He’s only worth streaming for managers in dire need of an active player for the final game of Week 21.

Clifford rolled his left ankle early in the fourth quarter and was removed from the lineup immediately. With Killian Hayes (toe) having exited at the half, Malik Monk and Devin Carter had the most to gain regarding playing time. Clifford finished with seven points, four rebounds, four assists, one steal and two three-pointers. The Kings return to action on Tuesday in Charlotte, the first of four road games they’ll play in Week 22.

Murray-Boyles is officially out after initially being downgraded from questionable to doubtful. There remains hope that he’ll be able to return before the end of the Raptors’ road trip, with Toronto still having games against Utah (Monday) and the Clippers (Wednesday) before turning home.