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Both Jeremy Lin (hamstring) and Isaiah Whitehead (concussion) will be unavailable for tonight’s game, so Kilpatrick could be logging major minutes in what will be a favorable matchup with the Knicks. Kilpatrick has been en fuego to begin the year, owning averages of 16.6 points, 4.3 boards, 2.1 assists, 1.7 triples and 1.1 steals per game in just 26.5 minutes a night, so he’s certainly someone to consider rolling out there in DFS.

GG Jackson was recalled from the Memphis Hustle while Yuki Kawamura, who is on a two-way contract, has been transferred to the Grizzlies. With Memphis dealing with some injuries, these moves were made to have more available players, but won’t significantly impact fantasy basketball.

Green is dealing with a right AC joint sprain, hence his inclusion on the Bucks’ injury report. His absence would leave the Bucks light on bench options, which is highly important with Damian Lillard (calf) out indefinitely. Gary Trent Jr. will have added value if Green is unavailable.

Antetokounmpo is back on the Bucks’ injury report, but he is considered probable for Sunday. Fantasy managers should assume that he will play. If Giannis cannot play, Gary Trent Jr. and Kevin Porter Jr. will likely start, with Ryan Rollins being moved to the bench.

The Hawks continue to list Young as probable on the injury report with an Achilles tendon issue that he’s dealt with for most of the season. The 26-year-old point guard is likely to play and shouldn’t have a minutes restriction.

Given the updated timeline, fantasy managers who may have stashed Drummond in an IL+ slot can let him go. At the earliest, he won’t be available to play until April 7, which is the first day of Week 23. Guerschon Yabusele and Adem Bona will handle the center responsibilities moving forward, with Yabusele offering the safer fantasy floor.

Walker has been out with concussion issues, missing seven of the last eight games. The 26-year-old shooting guard practiced in full on Friday and is ready to return against the Heat Saturday. His return could cut into the playing time for Ricky Council IV.

Tyson is not usually in the Cavaliers’ rotation when he is healthy, so his continued absence will not impact fantasy basketball. However, Jerome’s absence will have a noticeable impact on Cleveland’s bench. Craig Porter Jr. will play rotation minutes, but there isn’t much to gain from rostering him in most leagues. Look for De’Andre Hunter’s offense to be of greater importance with Jerome unavailable.

Strus is off the injury report after sitting out Friday’s loss to the Pistons. His return means Isaac Okoro will be bumped to the bench, where he offers limited value due to the inconsistent offensive production. Okoro does not need to be rostered in most fantasy leagues.

Sunday’s game will be the fifth McBride has missed with a strained groin, while a sprained ankle keeps Payne out for a second straight. Delon Wright was the choice to start on Friday, playing 30 minutes in a win over the Bucks. Tyler Kolek played 18 minutes off the bench, but staying in a reserve role limits the rookie’s ceiling.