NBA Player News

The 35-year-old NBA pariah has found great success in China. It’s a great story to be reporting about Marbury, whose basketball skills were nearly overshadowed by personal troubles and, yes, crazy internet videos of him weeping and eating Vaseline. He out-dueled Aaron Brooks (33 points) in the clinching game.

Robbins, who is on a two-way contract, is not in the rotation when healthy. His status will not impact fantasy basketball.

The 76ers will be without Joel Embiid for at least one week after he suffered a sinus fracture during Friday’s loss to the Pacers. Drummond will replace him in the starting lineup, but that isn’t the only change that head coach Nick Nurse made. Martin will also start, replacing Guerschon Yabusele, as he should match up better with Charlotte’s Miles Bridges. Martin is worthy of streaming consideration in deep leagues due to the matchup.

Vucevic is back in the lineup after sitting out Friday’s win over Charlotte, the first game he has missed this season. Jalen Smith, who provided solid streaming value as the spot starter in Vooch’s absence, will return to the bench. He loses most of his fantasy value when utilized in a reserve role.

The Pistons will play Monday’s game without Tobias Harris, who has a sprained right thumb. Thompson moves into the starting lineup, and while he can provide solid defensive value, his offensive production has been inconsistent. Look for rookie Ron Holland II to play more minutes in a reserve role.

Mobley rolled his ankle a little over a week ago and missed Friday’s game against the Wizards. He should be back without limitations for Monday’s game against the Nets.

Antetokounmpo has consistently shown up as probable on pregame injury reports for this very injury, only to take on his usual workload. Fantasy managers should expect more of the same on Tuesday in Las Vegas. As for Middleton, his probable tag suggests he’ll also be cleared. Look for him to come off the bench as the Bucks manage his minutes.

Terry’s continued absence will not impact fantasy basketball, as he has taken on a limited role within the Bulls’ rotation when healthy. Julian Phillips and Matas Buzelis can play additional minutes, especially with Zach LaVine also ruled out.

LaVine played in Friday’s game against the Hornets, but it’s no secret he’s playing through a back injury. After being listed as questionable, it’s not a huge surprise that he’ll miss Monday’s game against the Raptors. Julian Phillips could see more minutes with LaVine out, but isn’t a recommended streamer. Ayo Dosunmu figures to see more usage and has been playing quite well lately.

Ball is back in the Hornets’ lineup after a seven-game absence, with his return pushing Vasilije Micic to the bench. While the Hornets did not announce any restrictions for their star point guard, Ball may not be asked to take on a full workload in his first game back. Micic is not worth holding onto in most leagues when LaMelo is active.

Having injured his ankle during a December 9 loss to the Knicks, Barnes was initially expected to miss “several weeks.” While he still has not been cleared for contact, the work done recently suggests that Barnes may not be on the sideline for too long. While Jonathan Mogbo replaced the Raptors star in the lineup for their first game post-injury, Davion Mitchell and Ja’Kobe Walter also have increased opportunities to contribute.