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Holmgren was initially questionable with back spasms. He’ll take on his usual role within the starting lineup, with Jaylin Williams and Kenrich Williams picking up additional minutes if Holmgren’s back flares up.

With Isaiah Hartenstein (injury management) and Jalen Williams (hamstring) ruled out, Isaiah Joe and Kenrich Williams will slide into the starting lineup Thursday against the Bucks. Joe has averaged 17 points, 3.6 three-pointers and shot 54.5 percent from the field over his last five games.

Holmgren was one of many key contributors who missed Wednesday’s loss to the Spurs, which was Oklahoma City’s second game in as many nights. His return means that Kenrich Williams will head to the bench, where he’s nowhere near as effective in fantasy basketball.

Williams recorded his second 20-point game, with the 25 being the most he’s scored in a game this season. Add in the rebounds, and “Kenny Hustle” had a good night in San Antonio. His fantasy value moving forward depends on the availability of the Thunder frontcourt starters, but he’ll be worth streaming when Oklahoma City is as shorthanded as it was on Thursday.

Between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s abdominal strain and other injuries, and with Wednesday’s game being the second of a back-to-back, the Thunder are going with a new lineup against the Spurs. Joe and Wiggins offer higher ceilings than Kenny Hustle and JayWill, but each is worth streaming in deep leagues due to Oklahoma City’s depleted roster.

Williams was also questionable ahead of Wednesday’s win over the Bucks, but he did not play. If JayWill has to miss another game, Kenrich Williams and Branden Carlson will benefit the most in terms of playing time. “Kenny Hustle” would be worthy of streaming consideration in deep leagues, but he should not be considered a must-add player.

Already down a few rotation players, the Thunder lost Ajay Mitchell during Wednesday’s game with a hip contusion. The absences created opportunities for Williams to increase his production, and “Kenny Hustle” had one of his best games of the season. Wednesday’s game was his sixth this season in double figures, and the 18 points were three shy of his season-high. There’s no need to add Williams after this performance, but there may come a time later this season when his playing time increases due to other players resting for the postseason.

Williams exited Monday’s win over the Cavaliers during the first half with a left glute contusion. Kenrich Williams started the third quarter and finished with five points, four rebounds, three assists and one blocked shot. “Kenny Hustle” would not be worth the risk if JayWill remains out.

Jaylin Williams started this game in place of Jalen Williams, who is set to miss time with a hamstring injury. However, Jaylin exited early with a back injury, which resulted in Kenrich Williams starting the second half in his place. If Jaylin were to miss more than just the rest of this game, Kenny Hustle could start against the Bucks on Wednesday. He had a few productive starts last season, and even if he didn’t contribute a ton of value in this game, he would hold upside as a streamer in that scenario.

Williams got the starting nod in place of Jalen Williams, which was to help the Thunder match up better with the Cavs’ big frontcourt. Kenrich Williams will start in place of Jaylin Williams to start the second half and should receive a nice boost in playing time if he remains the starter beyond this game.