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  • Kings' Maxime Raynaud: Scores 10 points in win

    Raynaud notched 10 points (4-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and four rebounds over 27 minutes during Wednesday's 112-101 win over New York.

    This was a mild effort for the rookie, but he continues to be heavily involved for the Kings. He remains a low-end fantasy asset, posting averages of 9.9 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 0.3 blocks in 27.9 minutes per contest over his last eight games.

  • Knicks' Mitchell Robinson: Pulls down 11 boards

    Robinson accumulated eight points (3-3 FG, 2-4 FT), 11 rebounds, one block and one steal in 19 minutes during Wednesday's 112-101 loss to the Kings.

    Robinson had a strong line Wednesday, but it's worth mentioning that his status for Thursday's game versus the Warriors is in the air due to injury maintenance. The Knicks have been cautious with Robinson during back-to-back sets, and the team could give Guerschon Yabusele or Ariel Hukporti more run if Robinson sits out.

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    Pelicans' Yves Missi: Double-double against Brooklyn

    Missi finished with 12 points (6-13 FG), 12 rebounds, four assists and one block in 34 minutes off the bench during Wednesday's 116-113 win over the Nets.

    The double-double was his second of the season, with the other coming Nov. 24 against the Bulls. Missi hadn't scored in double digits since then and hadn't pulled down double-digit boards since Nov. 29, and Wednesday marked just the second time in eight January games that the second-year center had played more than 21 minutes. Without a more consistent role in the Pelicans' frontcourt, Missi's only real fantasy appeal comes from his rim protection -- through eight contests this month, he's averaging 6.8 points, 6.4 boards, 1.6 assists and 1.4 blocks in 20.3 minutes.

  • Wizards' Marvin Bagley: Logs double-double from bench

    Bagley amassed 15 points (7-10 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 11 rebounds and two assists in 27 minutes during Wednesday's 119-105 loss to the Clippers.

    Alex Sarr's ejection opened up extra opportunity for Bagley, who has largely been a non-factor in his first full season with the Wizards. The Duke product was a highly-touted first-round pick for the Kings in 2018, but he's failed to find consistent minutes during stints with Detroit, Memphis and Washington. He showed flashes of his skill set in relief, but Sarr has a stranglehold on the starting job. He won't cede more minutes to Bagley anytime soon.

  • Clippers' Yanic Konan Niederhauser: Excels in supporting role

    Niederhauser ended with 16 points (7-7 FG, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, two assists and two blocks across 23 minutes during Wednesday's 119-105 victory over the Wizards.

    Niederhauser played through an illness and logged 23 minutes during the victory. With Ivica Zubac (ankle) sidelined, the Clippers needed support in the frontcourt, and Niederhauser platooned under the basket with Brook Lopez. The rookie proved to be the more effective option, and while Lopez's backup role is likely safe, Niederhauser is making a strong case for more time.

  • 76ers' Andre Drummond: Grabs nine boards in garbage time

    Drummond ended Wednesday's 133-107 loss to Cleveland with seven points (1-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT) and nine rebounds across 12 minutes.

    Though he didn't check into the game until the start of the fourth quarter when the 76ers were trailing by 18 points, Drummond still finished with a team-high rebound total. With Joel Embiid relatively healthy at the moment and Adem Bona serving as the 76ers' No. 2 center in both of the past two games, Drummond looks as though he could find himself outside of the rotation more often than not. He'll make for an appealing streaming option for rebounds anytime Embiid sits out, however.

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    Pacers' Tony Bradley: Logs 20 minutes Wednesday

    Bradley amassed two points (2-2 FT) and four rebounds in 20 minutes during Wednesday's 115-101 loss to the Raptors.

    Bradley played at least 20 minutes for just the second time this season, as head coach Rick Carlisle continues to shuffle his center rotation. Despite the increase in playing time, Bradley failed to produce anything of note. At this stage, there is no reason to consider him a pickup outside of very deep formats.

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    Wizards' Alex Sarr: Ejected Wednesday

    Sarr has been ejected from Wednesday's game against the Clippers after being assessed a second technical foul, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

    Sarr was issued a second technical before halftime and was ejected. The young center played 13 minutes before departing, logging four points (2-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt), one rebound, one assist and two blocks. His absence will leave more minutes for Marvin Bagley and Tristan Vukcevic. Sarr should be back in action for Friday's game against Sacramento.

  • Mavericks' Daniel Gafford: Won't return Wednesday

    Gafford has been ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's game against Denver due to a right ankle sprain.

    Gafford missed Dallas' most recent game due to the same injury, and he seemingly aggravated the issue Wednesday. He logged six points (2-2 FG, 2-4 FT) and 10 rebounds across 18 minutes before exiting. Gafford's absence will likely mean more opportunities for Dwight Powell. Gafford's next chance to play will come Thursday against Utah.

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    Jazz's Jusuf Nurkic: Doesn't play Wednesday

    Nurkic was a DNP-Coach's Decision for Wednesday's 128-126 loss to Chicago.

    Nurkic missed two straight games due to a toe injury before logging an 11-point, 17-rebound double-double Monday against Cleveland. However, after not being a part of Utah's injury report, he didn't leave the bench Wednesday.

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