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Gilgeous-Alexander totaled 20 points (9-17 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 0-1 FT), one rebound, 11 assists, one block and one steal across 30 minutes during Wednesday's 128-110 win over the Clippers.

Despite sitting out the entire fourth quarter, Gilgeous-Alexander was able to extend his NBA record streak of games with at least 20 points to 141, while producing his eighth double-double of the season -- one short of his career high. Three of them have come in the last 15 games, a stretch in which the reigning MVP is averaging 29.3 points, 7.1 assists, 3.9 boards, 1.7 threes and 1.5 steals while shooting 57.0 percent from the floor and 40.3 percent from beyond the arc.

Clayton had 15 points (5-10 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), two rebounds and three assists across 22 minutes during Wednesday's 136-119 loss to Denver.

Clayton moved to the starting lineup Wednesday after coming off the bench in the loss to the Cavaliers on Monday, but regardless of his role, he continues to produce and show he belongs at this level. He's scored in double digits in eight of his last 10 games, a stretch in which he's averaging 11.7 points, 2.2 rebounds and 5.1 assists per game while shooting 41.2 percent from three-point range.

Hendricks ended with 16 points (6-8 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 22 minutes during Wednesday's 136-119 loss to the Nuggets.

Even though Hendricks has missed three of the Grizzlies' last nine games due to minor injuries, he's been starting regularly when available, and he could be a decent option to stream if you need frontcourt depth late in the season. He's averaging 8.0 points and 5.0 rebounds in 22.7 minutes per game in those six outings, however, so his fantasy upside is still limited despite his starting role.

Coward chipped in 27 points (10-17 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 4-5 FT), six rebounds, two assists and one steal over 22 minutes during Wednesday's 136-119 loss to the Nuggets.

Coward has been one of the few bright spots in what has been a lost season for the Grizzlies. The rookie posted his first game with more than 25 points since he scored 28 against the 76ers on Dec. 30. Coward has been consistent overall and has scored in double digits in all but one of his last 10 appearances, a stretch in which he's averaging 15.4 points, 3.7 rebounds and 2.5 assists per game.

Brown registered 13 points (5-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-5 FT), seven rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals over 26 minutes during Wednesday's 136-119 win over the Grizzlies.

Brown continues to see regular playing time off the bench, and since that scenario isn't likely to change, his fantasy contributions will remain inconsistent. Although Brown has proven to be able to stuff the stat sheet when needed, he won't carry a lot of upside due to his limited role. Over his last 10 games, the veteran is averaging 9.7 points, 3.8 rebounds and 1.4 assists per game, shooting 43.5 percent from deep but failing to score in double digits five times over that stretch.

Johnson closed with 18 points (8-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt), three rebounds, two assists and one steal in 30 minutes during Wednesday's 136-119 win over Memphis.

Johnson might have a secondary role in the Nuggets' offensive scheme, but there's no question the sharpshooting forward is making the most of his opportunities of late. He's scored at least 17 points in each of his last four games, and he'll continue to have tons of scoring touches as long as he stays. Over that four-game stretch, Johnson is making 45.5 percent of his threes on 5.5 attempts per contest.

Murray chipped in 26 points (8-17 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 5-5 FT), seven rebounds and five assists over 35 minutes during Wednesday's 136-119 win over the Grizzlies.

Murray was coming off back-to-back games in which he didn't surpass 20 points, but he bounced back admirably here and was one of Denver's best players in an easy win. Murray might be the No. 2 option on offense behind Nikola Jokic, who had a triple-double Wednesday, but the guard's impact can't be overlooked. Murray has scored at least 20 points in all but one of his last 10 games, a stretch in which he's averaging 27.6 points, 4.3 rebounds and 7.1 assists per contest.

Suggs accumulated 11 points (4-6 FG, 3-5 3Pt), four assists and two steals over 25 minutes during Wednesday's 132-120 victory over the Timberwolves.

Suggs didn't have a lot of touches on offense, but he was extremely sharp with his shot and drained three of his five three-pointers. It was his fourth straight game, and seventh of the last eight, in which he drained two or more treys. Suggs will need to be on point with his three-point shot in the playoffs, as the return of Franz Wagner means his role on offense will be even more secondary, as he'll sit behind Paolo Banchero, Desmond Bane and the German forward in terms of offensive touches and usage rate.

Wagner contributed 17 points (7-13 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two assists and one block over 22 minutes during Wednesday's 132-120 win over Minnesota.

Wagner exited Wednesday's game during the third quarter due to an apparent knee injury, but he checked back in after a brief stint in the locker room. This was Wagner's first time playing more than 20 minutes since Feb 11. Even though his role on offense is prominent, the Magic's focus right now is to have him as sharp as possible for the upcoming playoff run, so his minutes might be limited in the final two games of the regular season against the Bulls and Celtics on Friday and Sunday, respectively.

Bitadze registered 14 points (6-11 FG, 2-2 FT), 15 rebounds, six assists and one steal across 22 minutes during Wednesday's 132-120 win over the Timberwolves.

Bitadze took advantage of the fact that the Timberwolves were without Julius Randle (hand) and Rudy Gobert (rest) to dominate the paint, and he delivered a strong double-double coming off the bench. Wendell Carter will remain the starter for the Magic, but Bitadze has proven he can deliver solid numbers when needed. He's averaging 10.5 points, 7.9 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.2 blocks per game in the 10 outings in which he's logged at least 20 minutes this season.