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Kornet’s absence on Thursday did not result in Kelly Olynyk returning to the rotation, as he picked up a DNP-CD. The Spurs went small when Victor Wembanyama wasn’t on the floor, with Carter Bryant logging 18 minutes off the bench. Regardless of what happens with Kornet for Saturday’s game, Bryant should only be rostered in dynasty leagues.

Olynyk is good to go after sitting out Wednesday’s win over the Thunder. With Luke Kornet (adductor, ankle) out, Olynyk will step into the backup center role. With Victor Wembanyama getting most of the minutes, there isn’t much upside to streaming Olynyk.

Kornet has been filling the backup center minutes recently, but that role will fall to Kelly Olynyk for this game if he is available. He is questionable with left foot soreness, which means Bismack Biyombo would be next in line to fill the role.

Initially listed as questionable with a foot injury, Olynyk has subsequently been ruled out for Wednesday’s game against the Thunder. With Victor Wembanyama healthy, Olynyk wouldn’t have entered the Spurs rotation anyway, so his absence doesn’t impact the plans of the Spurs or fantasy managers.

Olynyk could miss this game, but he hasn’t been part of the rotation for San Antonio since Victor Wembanyama returned to the lineup. With Wemby healthy, Olynyk’s status won’t impact the Spurs’ rotation.

Wembanyama is on the injury report after playing 31 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Hornets, joining Stephon Castle (adductor) on the questionable line. If Wemby is given the night off, the Spurs would turn to Luke Kornet to fill the void in the starting lineup. Wembanyama’s absence would also push Kelly Olynyk into the rotation.

Wemby has a chance to return to the court following a two-game absence, which could mean reduced roles for Luke Kornet and Kelly Olynyk. Kornet is worth holding even after Wemby returns, as the Spurs will surely be cautious with their franchise superstar’s minutes.

Once again starting for the injured Victor Wembanyama (knee), Kornet arguably had his best game of the season. In addition to recording a season-high point total, the 7-foot-1 center blocked five shots and was solid on the glass. Due to Kornet’s play, Kelly Olynyk (5/3/2/1) only played 14 minutes off the bench. Wembanyama, who will travel with the team for Tuesday’s game in Memphis, is day-to-day. Kornet will be worth streaming as long as the Spurs are without their starting center.

While Wemby avoided a major knee injury, he will remain out for a second straight game. Luke Kornet will remain in the starting lineup once again, while Kelly Olynyk will fill out the reserve center minutes for the Spurs. Olynyk was more productive than Kornet on Friday, though Kornet played 27 minutes to Olynyk’s 20.

Wembanyama left Wednesday’s win over the Knicks during the second half with a left knee hyperextension. While there was no structural damage, the Spurs’ center did not travel for Friday’s game. Luke Kornet was Wembanyama’s replacement in the past, with Kelly Olynyk picking up rotation minutes off the bench. That should remain the case against the Pacers.