NBA Player News

Buzelis is back after sitting out Thursday’s win over the Wizards. His return likely means that Leonard Miller will come off the bench. However, those rostering Miller in active leagues should not be too concerned about his playing time.

After a couple rough shooting nights, Barrett was able to get back on track in this game. He has scored at least 20 points in nine of his 12 games this season, though he had failed to reach that mark in his two previous games. He ended up setting a new season high for scoring in this one, and he fell one rebound shy of matching his career high. It was a spectacular night for Barrett as he tried to keep the shorthanded Raptors in the game.

Murray-Boyles is starting to pick up the production after a rough start to the season. He set a new season high for blocks in this game and has at least one swat in three straight games. CMB hasn’t popped like many managers were hoping for, but he is beginning to produce high-level value in multiple categories. Entering the starting unit has helped, which will hopefully allow him to keep it going as the season continues, even if he eventually moves back to the bench.

After being held to a season-low 11 points on Wednesday, Quickley got back on track in this one. He fell one point shy of matching his season high for scoring, which was the only other game he has shot at least 50 percent from the floor this season. It has been a solid season so far for Quickley despite his field goal percentage being rough to this point. He’ll look to build off this one with the Knicks coming to Toronto on Sunday.

Youngblood will miss a second straight game, which should allow Sidy Cissoko and Scoot Henderson to take on a few extra minutes. However, neither should see a dramatic boost in production from Youngblood’s absence. Cissoko is already starting and had 19 points on Wednesday.

Christie will be back following a one-game absence. However, his role has been minimal this season, so his return won’t impact the Clippers’ rotation.

Williams will remain sidelined for a sixth straight game. Aday Mara has been starting recently and has taken on extra minutes with Williams unavailable, which is a trend that should continue against LA.

Mitchell missed Wednesday’s game against Portland, which allowed Alex Caruso to slide into the starting unit. Caruso contributed 14 points, three steals and four triples in the loss and would be worth streaming if Mitchell ends up missing another game.

The latest update has Gueye progressing in the right direction, with his next evaluation scheduled for some time around Dec. 10. Gueye will be a solid depth forward for Atlanta, but he’ll only make a fantasy impact if there is an injury to someone in front of him.

Wade will get the starting nod with LeBron James sidelined. This will likely be a singular start for Wade, though the 76ers do have a back-to-back coming up on Sunday and Monday, so Wade could be in line for another start.

Embiid will be good to go despite the initial questionable tag after seemingly tweaking his foot in Tuesday’s loss. He’ll occupy his usual spot in the starting unit.