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Mitchell Robinson

NYK Center #23

Mitchell Robinson (left ankle inflammation) has been ruled out for Monday’s game against the Raptors.

Robinson will miss at least one game after injuring his ankle during Friday’s loss to the Celtics. His absence frees up a place in the starting lineup, with Isaiah Hartenstein replacing him. He’s worth streaming in shallow for as long as Robinson is sidelined, and he could have value in some standard leagues even after the Knicks’ starting center returns.
Marvin Bagley III

DET Power Forward #35

Marvin Bagley III (right lower back spasm) is doubtful for Monday’s game against the Pacers.

After sitting out Wednesday’s loss to the Grizzlies with back spasms, Bagley started Friday’s loss to the Magic and played 23 minutes. However, his back spasms flared up, forcing a premature exit, and it now appears likely Bagley will sit on Monday. With Jalen Duren (ankle) already sidelined, James Wiseman could move into the starting lineup. He wouldn’t be worth the streaming risk, especially on a 13-game night.
Evan Mobley

CLE Center #4

Evan Mobley (left knee soreness) and Caris LeVert (left knee injury management) have been ruled out for Monday’s matchup with Orlando.

With Mobley and LeVert out again, Dean Wade should get another start in this game. Wade played 25 minutes in their last game and contributed five points, six rebounds, three steals and a triple. Tristan Thompson also ended up playing 16 minutes off the bench, but he isn’t worth roster consideration in fantasy basketball. With LeVert sidelined, Craig Porter Jr. played 23 minutes off the bench, while Isaac Okoro played 22 and Georges Niang saw 20. None of them are reliable options, but they all have upside in different categories.
Mark Williams

CHA Center #5

Mark Williams (low back contusion) and Nick Smith Jr. (right foot sprain) are doubtful for Monday’s game against the Heat.

Williams is back on the injury report after logging 20 minutes in Friday’s win over the Raptors. With it likely that he won’t play, look for Nick Richards to make his second start in Charlotte’s last three games. He’s worth streaming in this spot after producing 15 points and eight rebounds off the bench on Friday. As for Smith, his absence would not impact fantasy basketball, as he hasn’t been in the Hornets rotation most nights.
Trae Young

ATL Point Guard #11

Trae Young (illness) is not on the injury report ahead of Monday’s matchup with Denver.

Young will be back in the lineup after a one-game absence. Bogdan Bogdanovic started in his place on Friday, but with De’Andre Hunter (quad) questionable for this one, Bogdanovic could see another start. Regardless of Hunter’s status, both Trae and Bogi will be pouring in buckets against the Nuggets as two of their three top scorers.
De'Andre Hunter

ATL Small Forward #12

De’Andre Hunter (right quad tendon soreness) is questionable to play against Denver on Monday.

With Trae Young (illness) returning after a one-game absence, Bogdan Bogdanovic would likely remain in the starting unit if Hunter isn’t able to play. Bogdanovic has been excellent in fantasy hoops this season and should be in for another big night if Hunter is sidelined.
Klay Thompson

GSW Shooting Guard #11

Klay Thompson (illness) did not participate in Sunday’s practice.

The Warriors don’t play again until Tuesday against the Suns, so Thompson will have another opportunity to get in work before then. Consider him questionable for now, with Chris Paul or Moses Moody being the replacement if Thompson can’t play. Paul, who missed Friday’s loss to the Thunder due to illness, was a full participant in Sunday’s practice.
Pat Connaughton

MIL Small Forward #24

Bucks coach Adrian Griffin said Sunday that Pat Connaughton (right ankle sprain) could be back in action within 4-7 days.

Connaughton has missed Milwaukee’s last four games, and that run could reach eight if he isn’t cleared until the back end of Griffin’s prognosis. Connaughton’s absence has freed up additional minutes for MarJon Beauchamp and AJ Green, who haven’t offered much streaming value coming off the bench.
Jalen Brunson

NYK Point Guard #11

Jalen Brunson (left ankle sprain) will be available for Monday’s game against the Raptors.

Brunson sprained his ankle during the final minute of Friday’s loss to the Celtics, but he’s all set to play Monday night. Immanuel Quickley’s role will remain the same, which limits his fantasy potential, but he remains worth rostering in 14-team leagues.
Patrick Williams

CHI Power Forward #44

Patrick Williams (left ankle soreness) is probable for Monday’s matchup with Milwaukee.

Williams has played well as a starter as of late, and he should be able to suit up for this one. He has provided seventh round value over the past two weeks, which is significantly better than his season-long numbers. He’ll look to keep up this level of production in this game.

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