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Holmgren chipped in 17 points (6-11 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds, five blocks and four assists across 30 minutes during Monday's 123-103 victory over the 76ers.

Holmgren fell one rebound shy of a double-double in a strong performance that also featured five blocks. The Gonzaga product, who entered Monday averaging 1.9 blocks per game, has now recorded five-plus blocks in four contests this season, with his most recent occurrence prior to Monday having been on Dec. 31. The 23-year-old will look to maintain a high level of play and stay healthy through the remainder of the regular season as the Thunder prepare to defend their title and pursue back-to-back championships.

Batum will start Monday's game against the Bucks, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Kris Dunn was initially slated to start in place of John Collins (ankle), though it'll be Batum who steps into the first unit Monday. As a starter this season (five games), the veteran forward has averaged 3.0 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 19.8 minutes per contest.

Dunn will come off the bench Monday against the Bucks, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Dunn was initially announced with the starters Monday, but the Clippers have since released an updated lineup, showing Nicolas Batum will draw the start in place of John Collins (ankle). Dunn has seen plenty of run as a reserve lately, as he logged 26 minutes Wednesday against New Orleans and 32 minutes Saturday in Dallas.

Alexander-Walker produced 26 points (8-11 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 6-6 FT), two rebounds, six assists and one steal in 26 minutes during Monday's 146-107 win over Memphis.

Alexander-Walker turned in a polished shooting performance and reached the 20-point threshold after being held to 17 points Saturday against the Warriors. He's put up 20 or more points in five of his last six showings, and he also dished out six assists for the second time in 11 March appearances.

Banchero closed with 39 points (13-27 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 9-12 FT), six assists, four rebounds and one steal in 37 minutes during Monday's 128-126 loss to the Pacers.

Banchero did his part and more, pouring in a season-best 39 points, though it wasn't enough to prevent a disappointing defeat. On the year, the power forward has now reached the 30-point mark 11 times, with four of those performances coming in March. Banchero entered Monday's contest shooting just 30.9 percent from beyond the arc with 1.2 made threes per game but went on to knock down four triples, his highest single-game total since draining five threes Feb. 19.

Siakam supplied 37 points (13-26 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 9-9 FT), six rebounds, two steals, two blocks and one assist across 34 minutes in Monday's 128-126 win over the Magic.

Appearing in his second consecutive contest following a six-game absence due to a right knee sprain, Siakam erupted for 37 points and helped snap the Pacers' 16-game losing streak. The star forward has reached the 30-point threshold in three of his nine outings since the beginning of February. He also chipped in multiple steals and multiple blocks for the first time since Dec. 18. With Indiana holding a league-worst record of 16-56, he may continue to receive maintenance days on a regular basis.

Sims is in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Clippers, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

With Kyle Kuzma (Achilles) and Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) both sidelined, Sims will step into the starting lineup at power forward. This will mark the 27-year-old's 12th start of the season, as he has averaged 5.8 points, 6.5 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 24.5 minutes across his first 11 turns with the first unit.

Dunn will start Monday's game against the Bucks, NBA writer Justin Russo reports.

Dunn will enter the first unit with John Collins (ankle) sidelined for Monday's clash. Dunn is averaging 6.5 points, 4.4 rebounds, 3.9 assists and 2.2 steals in 13 March appearances (11 starts).

Edgecombe closed with 35 points (14-28 FG, 7-15 3Pt), six rebounds, four assists and one steal across 39 minutes during Monday's 123-103 loss to the Thunder.

Edgecombe was a one-man wrecking crew for the 76ers, as the team's next-leading scorer was Trendon Watford with 14 points in a blowout loss. The exciting rookie has now eclipsed the 30-point mark three times this season, with two of those performances coming in his past three games. In addition, his seven triples Monday marked a season high. With Tyrese Maxey (finger) sidelined, Edgecombe has become even more of an offensive focal point and should continue to see increased usage until Maxey returns, which isn't expected until the beginning of April at the earliest.

Doncic tallied 32 points (11-29 FG, 3-13 3Pt, 7-8 FT), seven rebounds, six assists and three steals over 39 minutes in the Lakers' 113-110 loss to the Pistons on Monday.

Doncic was cleared to play Monday after successfully appealing his one-game suspension from the league. He came out swinging with 17 points in the first quarter but connected on six of 19 field-goal attempts over the last three frames (including 1-for-6 from beyond the arc). Despite the inefficient shooting night Monday, Doncic has logged 30-plus points over his last 10 outings, highlighted by his 60-point scoring barrage against the Heat in Thursday's win. The Lakers complete their six-game road trip Wednesday against the Pacers.