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Out of the lineup since suffering a fractured left hand in a February 21 game against the Magic, Brooks will make his return in Tuesday’s rematch. He has started all 50 games that he has appeared in this season, so the veteran wing is likely to take on that role immediately, even if there’s a minutes limit attached. Royce O’Neale, who finished Monday’s win over the Grizzlies with nine points, four rebounds, one assist and two three-pointers, may be the odd man out of the Suns’ lineup.

As of Friday, Brooks had not been cleared to resume 5-on-5 work, so his being ruled out for Monday is unsurprising. Royce O’Neale will remain in the starting lineup until that changes.

Following a three-game absence with left knee soreness, O’Neale was back in the lineup for this game. He was on fire from deep and was still able to make contributions on defense. Stretching back to before his absence, he has hit at least two triples in six straight games. He’ll continue to start with Dillon Brooks (hand) sidelined, making him worth streaming.

O’Neale will be back following a three-game absence. He will immediately return to the starting unit, which will push Jordan Goodwin back to the bench after a few productive starts.

Having missed the Suns’ last three games, O’Neale is on track to return on Tuesday. If so, Jordan Goodwin is likely headed to the bench, eliminating most of his streaming value.

After providing limited value in his first two starts for the injured Royce O’Neale (knee), Goodwin was more impactful on Sunday. The 14 points were the most he’s scored in a game since February 21, which was the last game he played before being sidelined by a strained calf. Add in the rebounds, steals and three-pointers, and Sunday was a good finish to Week 21 for Goodwin and those streaming him. With the Suns playing two games in Week 22, it’s safe to move on, even if O’Neale has to miss more time.

Initially questionable for Sunday’s game, O’Neale will miss a third straight with a sore left knee. Jordan Goodwin was the replacement in the lineup for the last two, but the production has been inconsistent. He’s only worth streaming for managers in dire need of an active player for the final game of Week 21.

O’Neale did not play in Saturday’s loss to the Bucks, the second straight game that he’s missed. Jordan Goodwin moved into the starting lineup and was more productive against Milwaukee than he was in Thursday’s loss to the Spurs. He’ll remain in the lineup if O’Neale can’t play against Toronto.

Saturday’s game will be the third that Allen has missed, while O’Neale will miss a second consecutive contest. Jordan Goodwin replaced O’Neale in the lineup for Thursday’s game against the Spurs and played 35 minutes. Allen’s absence means that Collin Gillespie’s playing time will remain high.

O’Neale did not play in Thursday’s loss to the Spurs, and he appears likely to miss another game on Saturday. Jordan Goodwin moved into the starting lineup on Thursday but struggled, shooting 2-of-9 from the field and scoring five points. He did record eight rebounds and three steals, so all wasn’t lost for those who streamed Goodwin.