NBA Player News

Ware was solid in Miami’s two games against the Cavaliers, totaling 27 points, 18 rebounds, five assists, one steal, one blocked shot and five three-pointers. Inconsistency has been an issue for the second-year center, and the recent returns of Norman Powell and Andrew Wiggins limit Ware’s upside, even though they don’t share the same position. Ware can still be an asset during the fantasy playoff weeks, as evidenced by his two games in Cleveland, but most managers know to keep their expectations in check.

With Alex Sarr (ankle) sidelined, Ayton will get the starting nod at center. Ayton hasn’t been productive as a reserve this season, though this starting opportunity should allow him to have a solid outing.

Post will miss a second straight game while recovering from a sprained right ankle. Isaiah Stewart will serve as Zach Edey’s primary backup, and he scored 24 points in Saturday’s win over the Kings.

Pippen will miss a second straight game after sitting out Saturday’s win over the Kings. His absence won’t significantly impact fantasy basketball, as Ty Jerome (back) is available. Javon Small could play a few minutes off the bench, but that isn’t guaranteed.

With Jalen Johnson (ankle) sidelined for this game, Dort will get his first start as a Hawk. It will be a smaller starting unit for Atlanta, though they’re playing against a Pacers squad with just seven healthy players. Dort’s defensive pressure alongside Daniels and NAW will be a challenge for Indiana.

Huff is the only holdover from the quintet that started Sunday’s loss to the Nets. With the Pacers at just eight active players, the starters will log heavy minutes against the Hawks.

With Anthony Black (ankle) sidelined for the second leg of this back-to-back, Cain will start for the first time this season. Cain has been a rotation piece this season, and while the increased role should help his production, he isn’t worth streaming in on a 15-game day.

Embiid will play after sitting out Saturday’s win over the Hornets. With LeBron also available, Dean Wade and Adem Bona will come off the bench after starting on Saturday.

LaVine is good to go after being listed as questionable on the initial injury report. He’ll occupy his usual place in the Kings’ starting lineup.

Sheppard is available after missing Houston’s last two games. His return may mean Bogdan Bogdanović plays fewer minutes after logging 19 minutes in Saturday’s win over the Thunder.

Although Jared McCain is available for Monday’s game, the Thunder are starting with a bigger lineup. JayWill has replaced him, which should help the Thunder match up better against Cleveland’s Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen.