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Since returning from a seven-game absence due to a bilateral knee issue, Kuminga has played 19 and 16 minutes off the bench. Now, he’s dealing with right ankle soreness. If he isn’t able to suit up against Philly, Moses Moody and Buddy Hield should see a bump in minutes.

Butler fell hard on his left side during Saturday’s win over the Pelicans, resulting in a glute contusion that could keep him out of Tuesday’s game. With Stephen Curry (quad) already out, losing Butler would put the Warriors in a tough spot offensively. Brandin Podziemski and Moses Moody, who are already starting, would become more valuable to fantasy managers. Also, Butler not playing could push Jonathan Kuminga back into the starting lineup.

Kuminga will be back after a seven-game absence, though it’s unclear if he’ll immediately return to the starting lineup. If he does, Moses Moody will likely be pushed back to the bench after filling in for Kuminga.

Kerr said Kuminga is feeling better, and there is certainly a chance he makes a return to the lineup after a seven-game absence. Moses Moody has been starting in his place, but Kerr has been known to switch up his lineups and ride the hot hand. Kuminga will play a significant role when he’s back, but there’s no guarantee he’ll be back in the starting unit.

Kuminga has missed Golden State’s last five games with bilateral patellar tendinitis. Following Sunday’s practice, Warriors head coach Steve Kerr said the forward wasn’t moving well, and he’s unsure when Kuminga will be able to play. The team may get imaging on Kuminga’s knees, so fantasy managers should consider him out indefinitely until the Warriors provide further clarity. Moses Moody has been the replacement in the starting lineup, and he’s worth a look in deeper leagues.

Friday’s game will be the fifth that Kuminga has missed with bilateral patellar tendinitis. Moses Moody has been a fixture in the starting lineup during this stretch, and that will remain the case against the Trail Blazers. Moody is worth streaming in deeper leagues, even with Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler on track to play.

This will be a fourth straight absence for Kuminga, which means Moses Moody will remain in the starting unit. With Stephen Curry out and both Jimmy Butler III and Draymond Green questionable, Moody should see a large boost in minutes and usage.

Kuminga will miss a third consecutive game with bilateral patellar tendinitis. Moses Moody has been his replacement in the starting lineup and should retain that role until Kuminga returns. The offensive production has been a bit inconsistent, but Moody did go off for 32 points in Sunday’s win over the Pelicans. He’s worth the streaming risk in deep leagues.

On a night when Stephen Curry (9/5/3/0/1 with one three-pointer) shot 2-of-11 from the field, Moody came through with a huge night. And he didn’t take long to get going, hitting seven three-pointers in the first quarter. He’s the third player in franchise history to hit at least seven threes in a quarter, joining Curry and Klay Thompson. Moody, who has started the last three games in place of the injured Jonathan Kuminga, finished with a career-high point total and solid value in the defensive categories. Moody’s fantasy value in the short term depends on Kuminga’s availability, and the Warriors open Week 5 with a Tuesday/Wednesday road back-to-back against the Magic and Heat.

The bilateral patellar tendonitis will hold Kuminga out for a second straight game. Head coach Steve Kerr’s rotations will continue to be inconsistent, but Moses Moody and Will Richard should take on larger roles with Kuminga unavailable.