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Zegarowski was one of the most electric scorers in the country this past season. Though he averaged a modest 15.8 points per game on 46.4% shooting, Zegarowski is a killer in isolation and can shoot the ball with range both off the bounce and off the catch. He likely will not get much playing time early on given the crowded backcourt in Brooklyn, but he can get hot in spurts.

Kennard should be good to go despite dealing with an ankle issue. He logged 20 minutes off the bench on Monday and should play a similar role in this game.

LaRavia is expected to be sidelined for just the second time this season against the Hornets, which will open up some extra minutes for the reserve forward. Both Santi Aldama and GG Jackson should take on larger roles with LaRavia likely out.

Smart hasn’t played in about a month, and he won’t make his return against Charlotte. Scotty Pippen Jr. will continue to be the team’s backup point guard moving forward, but with Ja Morant available, his fantasy production will be limited.

Williams will be back in the lineup after missing their game against the Bulls on Sunday. He’ll fill out the backup center minutes behind Deandre Ayton, which will bump Jabari Walker back out of the rotation.

Simons will be back after a one-game absence with an elbow injury. Scoot Henderson got the start in his place, but with Simons back, Scoot will be pushed back to playing a role off the bench, despite his recent success.

Collins has missed eight games in a row and 13 of the last 14 Jazz games with a left hip issue. Drew Eubanks has been starting in Collins’ place as of late and would be in line for another start if he’s out once again.

Markkanen has missed four straight games with a back injury and is listed as questionable against the Thunder Wednesday. The 27-year-old power forward will continue to be replaced in the starting lineup by rookie Cody Williams if he’s out once again.

Murray has been playing through a right elbow injury for about the last two weeks. The 28-year-old point guard’s shooting percentage has taken a hit in that time, though he has still provided third round fantasy value. Expect Murray to suit up again Wednesday given his probable status.

Missi missed Monday’s game against the Jazz with an illness and is questionable for Wednesday against the Bucks. If the 20-year-old center is out again, expect Daniel Theis to replace him in the starting lineup with Theis only on the streaming radar in deeper formats.

Boucher missed practice on Monday, and the illness will keep him sidelined for their game against Orlando. Kelly Olynyk and Jonathan Mogbo will take on extra minutes off the bench in place of Boucher.