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Okongwu closed with 21 points (7-11 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 6-7 FT), 15 rebounds, one assist, three blocks and three steals across 32 minutes during Sunday's 122-114 loss to the Nets.

Trae Young led the way for the Hawks in this loss, but there's no question Okongwu has been playing at a high level as well, and managers who have trusted him all season long are reaping the benefits with the fantasy playoffs just around the corner. This was Okongwu's second consecutive double-double with at least three blocks, and he's averaging a solid line of 15.8 points, 11.4 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.6 blocks and 1.1 steals per game over his last nine outings, recording six double-doubles over that stretch.

The Mavericks assigned Davis (thigh) to the G League's Texas Legends on Monday.

Tim MacMahon of ESPN.com relays that Davis will participate in 5-on-5 drills during Monday's G League practice as part of his return to action plan, but it's still unclear when the superstar big man may play in a game. Davis is working his way back from a left adductor strain he sustained in his Mavericks debut Feb. 8, and there have been rumors that he could be shut down for the season. However, given the Mavericks' current injury situation, they may have no choice but to play Davis again this season, even if they've fallen completely out of the playoff picture.

Hartenstein closed with 24 points (11-15 FG, 2-3 FT), 12 rebounds and three assists over 32 minutes during Sunday's 121-105 win over the Bucks.

Hartenstein notched a season-high 24 points as the Thunder picked up their third straight win. He's been excellent over his last five games, posting averages of 15.4 points, 9.2 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 0.6 blocks and 0.6 steals on 62.3 percent shooting from the field. For the season, Hartenstein is on pace to return seventh-round value in nine-category formats.

Kessler finished with 15 points (6-15 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and 19 rebounds across 31 minutes during Sunday's 128-102 loss to the Timberwolves.

After curiously being unused in Friday's game against Toronto, Kessler made an immediate impact on the glass in his return Sunday while posting his 27th double-double of the season. The 2022 first-rounder should remain an elite source of swats and boards along with a high field-goal percentage for fantasy managers in category-based settings down the stretch, although it's unknown how much the rebuilding Jazz may opt to limit Kessler in the final month of the regular season. Kessler has averaged 12.9 points, 15.6 rebounds and 2.4 blocks in 30.7 minutes while shooting 68.5 percent from the field across his last nine contests.

Zubac had 17 points (7-14 FG, 3-4 FT), 14 rebounds, eight assists, two blocks and one steal across 28 minutes during Sunday's 123-88 victory over the Hornets.

Zubac established a new season high in assists, flirting with what would've been his first triple-double of the campaign. Sunday's full stat line added to what's been a prolific stretch for the veteran big man following the All-Star break. Over his last 14 outings, Zubac has averaged 19.9 points, 11.9 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 1.4 blocks in 35.3 minutes while shooting 65.6 percent from the floor.

Hayes (knee) accumulated 19 points (8-10 FG, 3-7 FT), six rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal across 29 minutes during Sunday's 107-96 win over Phoenix.

After missing the Lakers' previous four games due to a right knee contusion, Hayes took back his spot in the starting five and saw seemingly operating with no restrictions. Though he struggled from the free-throw line, Hayes' elite efficiency in the paint helped him match his season-best total in scoring, which he supplemented with a pair of defensive counters. Hayes will likely lose out on some touches once the Lakers are back to full strength, but he could see a slight boost in fantasy value in the short term until the team gets LeBron James (groin) and Rui Hachimura (knee) back from injury.

Williams supplied 18 points (9-15 FG), 15 rebounds, seven assists, one block and one steal across 25 minutes during Sunday's 123-88 loss to the Clippers.

It was the 16th double-double of the year for Williams, who led the Hornets in scoring and rebounding Sunday. The 2022 first-rounder tends to sit out one leg of back-to-back sets, but he's been exceptional when available in March. Over his last seven contests, Williams has averaged 16.9 points, 11.7 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.4 blocks and 1.0 steals in 28.2 minutes while shooting 69.4 percent from the field.

Richards closed with 11 points (5-6 FG, 1-1 FT), six rebounds and one block in 19 minutes during Sunday's 107-96 loss to the Lakers.

Richards returned Sunday after missing the past two games with an ankle injury, putting together a balanced outing in limited time as a starter while ending as one of five Suns players with a double-digit scoring total. Richards has reached double figures in scoring in 23 outings, posting at least 10 points and six boards on 20 occasions.

Jokic (elbow/ankle) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Warriors.

Jokic has been on the injury report as of late due to both a right elbow contusion and left ankle injury. He's been able to play through those issues and should be able to do so again Monday, even with the questionable tag. Jokic has averaged 29.3 points, 13.6 rebounds, 9.0 assists, 1.6 steals and 0.9 blocks over 39.8 minutes per game since the beginning of March.

Sims (thumb) is available for Sunday's game against the Thunder.

Sims is working through a right thumb sprain, and head coach Doc Rivers told reporters Sunday that the injury is severe enough that surgery is considered a possibility, per Justin Garcia of Locked on Bucks. Sims will continue to play for now, but how his thumb responds Sunday will be a factor on whether he undergoes a procedure or continues to play through the injury.