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Thursday’s game was Hartenstein’s first since December 28, and he was used in a reserve role. While there weren’t any defensive stats, the 7-footer shot the ball well and was also productive as a rebounder. Jaylin Williams (5/4/1/1 with one three-pointer) remained in the starting lineup and played 27 minutes, but the roles will reverse eventually. The Thunder visit the Nuggets on Sunday in their final game of Week 15.

Holmgren recorded a complete stat line on Thursday, but his double-double streak ended at three games. The 7-foot-1 forward/center has been a top-20 player in eight-cat formats, slightly better than his season-long value. And with Isaiah Hartenstein making his return on Thursday, having his sidekick back on the floor may benefit Holmgren in terms of the blocks production.

Gilgeous-Alexander has scored at least 20 points in 119 consecutive games, and he had a productive night except in one category: turnovers. SGA was responsible for five, the most in a game for him since Oklahoma City’s January 15 win over the Rockets. There’s no need for fantasy managers to be concerned, given Gilgeous-Alexander’s overall production and consistency. Oklahoma City ends its Week 15 in Denver on Sunday.

Wallace is back after a one-game absence with a sore left hip. His return may push Aaron Wiggins to the bench, but both will be part of the rotation regardless of who starts.

Cason Wallace has been upgraded to questionable, which is good news after missing Tuesday’s game against the Pelicans. The third-year guard hasn’t quite produced as well as he did a season ago, but remains a key defender who can knock down the three-point shot. If available on Thursday, fantasy managers shouldn’t expect him to put up any spectacular stat line.

Thursday’s game will be Hartenstein’s first since December 28, with his return giving the Thunder another option in the front court. While usually a starter, iHart could be used in a reserve role in his first game back, depending on the restrictions he’s under. If Hartenstein starts, Jaylin Williams will head to the bench.

Dort had 12 points and eight rebounds, but he’ll make headlines for getting into an altercation with the Pelicans’ Jeremiah Fears late in Tuesday’s game. Dort, seemingly out of nowhere following a loose ball that went out of bounds, grabbed Fears’ jersey and wouldn’t let go until the two were separated by teammates. It’s unclear if Dort will face any disciplinary action from the league for his actions.

Holmgren did most of his damage Tuesday in the third quarter, when he had 14 points and seven rebounds. He also had a huge impact on the defensive end with five blocks. Holmgren is holding opponents to 49.3 percent field goal percentage at the rim this year, the lowest mark in the NBA. He’s provided second-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Thunder are off until Thursday, when they take on the Timberwolves.

Gilgeous-Alexander has a reputation for getting a friendly whistle at times and Tuesday’s game against the Pelicans was one of those times. The 27-year-old point guard had 29 points with 13 of those coming from the free throw line. It’s the fifth time he’s made at least 10 free throws in a game this month. The Thunder will be in Minnesota on Thursday to take on the Timberwolves.

Wiggins will get the starting nod with Cason Wallace (hip) and Ajay Mitchell (abdominals) both sidelined. In his most recent start, Wiggins had 12 points, six rebounds, three assists, five steals, one block and two three-pointers. He’ll have value as a streamer.