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  • Ivica Zubac C | IND

    Clippers' Ivica Zubac: Limited to 21 minutes in return

    Zubac (ankle) registered four points (2-6 FG), seven rebounds and one assist across 21 minutes off the bench in Saturday's 146-115 loss to the Celtics.

    Though he made a speedier-than-expected return after he reportedly suffered a Grade 2 left ankle sprain in the Clippers' Dec. 20 win over the Lakers, Zubac operated with a major playing-time restriction following a five-game absence. For the first time since the 2020-21 season, Zubac was deployed off the bench, though he should eventually unseat Brook Lopez on the top unit once he gets fully ramped up. Prior to getting hurt, Zubac had been averaging 32.1 minutes per contest on the season, so after being limited to just 21 minutes Saturday, he could need a handful of games before he resumes seeing his normal allotment of playing time.

  • Nets' Nic Claxton: Expected to return to team Monday

    Nets head coach Jordi Fernandez said he expects Claxton (personal) to return to the team Monday, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

    Claxton has been away from the team for personal reasons and will miss his second straight game Sunday, but it sounds like he'll be available for Wednesday's game versus the Magic. Day'Ron Sharpe should be looking at another start Sunday, and he'll make for an attractive target in daily fantasy leagues with the increased opportunity.

  • Paul Reed C | DET

    Pistons' Paul Reed: Starting Sunday

    Reed is in the Pistons' starting lineup against the Cavaliers on Sunday.

    Reed will make his third start of the season Sunday due to the absence of Jalen Duren (ankle). In his last start against the 76ers on Nov. 14, Reed finished with 10 points, eight rebounds, three assists, three blocks and two steals over 25 minutes.

  • Cavaliers' Jarrett Allen: Won't play Sunday

    Allen (illness) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Pistons, Spencer Davies of SI.com reports.

    With Allen unavailable for Sunday's game, Evan Mobley will likely slide over to the center position, which will open up more minutes for De'Andre Hunter, Jaylon Tyson and Nae'Qwan Tomlin. Allen's next chance to play will come Tuesday in Indiana.

  • Bam Adebayo PF | MIA

    Heat's Bam Adebayo: Tabbed probable

    Adebayo is probable for Sunday's game against New Orleans due to lower-back soreness.

    Adebayo played through the injury Saturday, logging 12 points, nine rebounds, four assists and one block across 34 minutes. He's back on the injury report Sunday, but he's likely to suit up once again. Adebayo is in the midst of a scoring rut, averaging 12.4 points across his last seven outings. He's shooting 38.8 percent from the field during that span.

  • John Collins PF | LAC

    Clippers' John Collins: Pops for team-high 22 in loss

    Collins finished with 22 points (9-10 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and two rebounds over 29 minutes during Saturday's 146-115 loss to the Celtics.

    The 28-year-old big tied Kawhi Leonard for the team lead in scoring on the night. Collins has scored 20-plus points only twice in 13 games since the beginning of December, averaging 13.5 points, 4.8 boards, 1.4 assists, 1.3 threes, 1.2 steals and 0.8 blocks over that stretch while shooting 56.3 percent from the floor.

  • Clint Capela C | HOU

    Rockets' Clint Capela: Seven defensive stats

    Capela recorded eight points (4-8 FG, 0-2 FT), eight rebounds, two assists, two blocks and five steals across 27 minutes during Saturday's 110-104 loss to Dallas.

    Capela had easily his best two-way performance of the season, taking advantage of the fact that Alperen Sengun left early due to an ankle injury. With Steven Adams (ankle) also unavailable, Capela is basically the last man standing when it comes to the center position. If both Sengun and Adams are to miss more time, Capela would become a viable target, even in standard leagues.

  • Luke Kornet C | SA

    Spurs' Luke Kornet: Season-best performance

    Kornet ended with 23 points (10-12 FG, 3-3 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and five blocks across 31 minutes before fouling out of Saturday's 115-110 loss to the Trail Blazers.

    Kornet erupted for a season-high 23 points while also matching his season high with five blocked shots. Victor Wembanyama missed his second straight game due to a knee injury, affording Kornet starter-level minutes. It appears as though Wembanyama could return as soon as Tuesday, meaning Kornet's run of production could come to an end sooner rather than later. With that said, he is worth holding, at least until Wembanyama is back to playing starter-level minutes himself.

  • Yang Hansen C | POR

    Trail Blazers' Yang Hansen: Muted role continues

    Hansen provided two points (0-1 FG, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, one assist and two blocks in 11 minutes during Saturday's 115-110 win over the Spurs.

    Hansen played at least 10 minutes for the fourth time in the past five games, although his production has not followed suit. During that time, the rookie has averaged just 1.6 points and 2.0 rebounds, highlighting just how far he has to go before he becomes a viable NBA center.

  • Trail Blazers' Donovan Clingan: Goes for season-high 24 points

    Clingan closed Saturday's 115-110 win over the Spurs with 24 points (9-12 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 3-6 FT), 12 rebounds and four assists in 34 minutes.

    Clingan did most of his damage in the first half, scoring 18 of his season-high 24 points. He finished with what was his fourth double-double in the past five games, all of which have resulted in victories for the Trail Blazers. While he does have some offensive limitations, Clingan has been able to maintain consistent fantasy value, averaging 11.2 points, 10.6 rebounds and 1.3 blocks through 32 games.

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