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Hardy ended with 18 points (7-13 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 3-4 FT), two rebounds and one assist over 22 minutes during Tuesday's 126-109 loss to the Magic.

Hardy has been making the most of the bench role he's earned in Washington and has scored in double digits in each of his seven outings since being traded from the Mavericks to the Wizards just before the deadline. In seven games in Washington, Hardy is averaging 13.9 points, 2.1 rebounds and 0.6 assists across 20.3 minutes per contest.

Carrington totaled 11 points (4-8 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 0-1 FT), three rebounds, five assists and one steal in 32 minutes during Tuesday's 126-109 loss to Orlando.

Carrington scored in double digits for a third straight game, but he hasn't surpassed the 12-point plateau in any of those contests. In fact, he hasn't reached the 15-point threshold in any of his 14 outings since the beginning of February. While he remains valuable in fantasy due to his contributions in other categories, his scoring figures are trending in the wrong direction. He's averaging just 9.1 points per game since the start of February, compared to 11.3 a night in January.

Riley produced 19 points (8-13 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-3 FT), three rebounds, five assists and two steals in 33 minutes during Tuesday's 126-109 loss to the Magic.

Riley was efficient from the floor and found a way to make an impact at both ends since he recorded at least two tallies in four of the five major categories. Riley has been making the most of the uptick in minutes he's receiving of late, and the rookie forward has scored in double digits in all but one of his last seven contests. He's averaging 14.3 points, 4.1 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 1.1 steals per game over that stretch.

Westbrook provided 16 points (6-14 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds, seven assists, one block and four steals over 31 minutes during Tuesday's 114-103 loss to the Suns.

Westbrook continues to plod through the schedule with solid totals during Sacramento's lost season. Injuries have curtailed his output recently, but his 31 minutes of court time were an encouraging sign. It's way too soon to bench Westbrook, but he's almost certain to go elsewhere after his one-year deal expires, and the Kings need to start inspecting value on the bench as they look to rebuild.

Achiuwa recorded 18 points (8-14 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 39 minutes during Tuesday's 114-103 loss to Phoenix.

Achiuwa has settled into a consistent role during Keegan Murray's (ankle) injury. Murray will be out for at least another week, making the sixth-year pro a popular fantasy add off the waiver wire. Although Achiuwa will be free to shop himself around in the offseason, it may be hard to find the kind of playing time he could receive with the rebuilding Kings. Over nine starting appearances, Achiuwa has averaged 13.9 points, 8.1 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.7 steals.

Raynaud produced 22 points (10-12 FG, 2-3 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists and two steals across 36 minutes during Tuesday's 114-103 loss to Phoenix.

Raynaud delivered a second consecutive double-double during the loss. Although Raynaud's excellent play has made Domantas Sabonis (knee) expendable as the team looks to next season, Sabonis' injury and season-ending surgery could make him a very difficult trade option. The team was close to a deal with the Raptors to send Sabonis packing, but options like that will be difficult to find. His tradeabilty will decide Raynaud's fantasy viability for the 2026-27 campaign, but he's locked in as the go-to center as the season comes to a close.

Allen finished with 18 points (6-15 FG, 4-12 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, six assists and three steals across 25 minutes during Tuesday's 114-103 win over the Kings.

Allen appears destined for a bench role in the short term, especially if the team elects to run the duo of Devin Booker and Collin Gillespie in the backcourt, with Jalen Green at the wing. While Dillon Brooks' (hand) injury was expected to give Allen more time, the team is filling the gaps with Royce O'Neale and Ryan Dunn. Green's resurgence isn't helping matters, so it's reasonable to expect a downtick in production from Allen down the stretch.

Green recorded 20 points (7-16 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, one assist, one block and four steals across 31 minutes during Tuesday's 114-103 victory over Sacramento.

Green's four steals marked a season high, and he recorded his highest minutes total of the season. It's an encouraging sign for Green, who has had some setbacks after missing most of the season with hamstring issues. The uptick could indicate full participation from the former Houston Rocket moving forward.

Booker racked up 17 points (6-19 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds and six assists over 31 minutes during Tuesday's 114-103 win over the Kings.

The Suns managed to go 2-2 with Booker out of the lineup, but his return was a great boost for a team teetering on the fringe of playoff contention. The All-Star played 31 minutes with no restrictions in his return, and we were able to witness the complete backcourt with Jalen Green available. Booker and Green have had only seven chances to play alongside each other due to injuries from both players, and the healthy duo should dramatically increase the Suns' fortunes down the stretch.

Bey posted 18 points (7-18 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, three assists and two steals in 36 minutes during Tuesday's 110-101 loss to the Lakers.

Bey's results have been essential for the Pelicans, who are 6-4 over their last 10 games. Compared to the rest of the team, Bey is outperforming his contract, with his $6.2M share representing around four percent of the team's balance sheet. While Derik Queen is a promising center still developing, Bey's play is further cementing his continued role as a key frontcourt option for the Pelicans next season.