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With Dosunmu out, the Timberwolves find themselves in a tougher spot in Thursday’s closeout game. They’ll insert Shannon into the opening unit, who scored 15 points in Game 4. Minnesota will face a Denver team that is also dealing with a key injury to Aaron Gordon, who will not play in Game 6.

After coming off the bench in the Clippers’ first six games, Lopez is approaching the point where he needs to be rostered in 12-team leagues. He’s scored at least 20 points in three of the last four games, with Friday’s total being a season high. Add in the rebounds and three-pointers, and this was a good night for those rostering the veteran center. Isaiah Jackson (5/3/3 with one block), who began the season as the starter, should be rostered only in very deep leagues.

After being outscored 40-25 in the third quarter, Garland and the Clippers did what needed to be done down the stretch to win the 113-112 thriller. The Clippers’ starting point guard had the game’s biggest shot: a layup through contact and an ensuing free throw with 50.4 seconds left to take the lead for good. Even with the occasional struggles with turnovers, Garland is providing top-100 fantasy value through 11 games.

After a really bad game against the Magic, Sabonis bounced back and went back to his usual self against the Blazers. He looked healthier in this game, which is a good sign. The efficiency has still been good, but it is starting to come down from his super-hot start. He still puts up good counting stats which is why you have Sabonis in the first place. Overall, its been a good season so far.

Acuff got going in the second half after a bad start. He adjusted to how Portland was guarding him and he started hitting more of his shots. He helped spearhead the comeback late in the fourth after being down 20. He’s getting better each game and is still being one of the best scorers in the NBA this season.