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Ellis broke out for Sacramento late last season because of his defense, but he was able to showcase some offensive firepower in this game. Though he did have some turnover issues, he was by far the best offensive player in this game. Managers shouldn’t expect an offensive explosion next season, especially with DeMar DeRozan joining the team. However, he should be on the floor because of his defense, so if he is able to contribute offensively as well, Ellis could be in for a big season. He should be worth a late round dart throw.

IQ has played a total of three games this season, and while this doesn’t mean that a return is imminent, he is definitely making progress. Hopefully he won’t be sidelined much longer, but he’ll have to go through some contact practices before that happens.

Garza is a late addition to the injury report, but he doesn’t play a large enough role in the rotation for this to impact fantasy basketball.

Theis was initially listed as questionable after not being with the team in their previous game, but he’ll be available for this one. He’ll fill out the backup center minutes behind Yves Missi, but Theis won’t be worth rostering.

Suggs was initially listed as probable to play after injuring his ankle on Thursday, but now there is a chance that he sits out. If he ends up missing this game, Anthony Black and Cole Anthony will likely take on the point guard minutes. Black had 23 points in 31 minutes off the bench in their last game and would be worth streaming.

Booker had already been ruled out for Saturday’s game, which means that he will also sit out Monday’s game in Denver. A re-evaluation will give a better timeline for when he could return, though the next chance that he will have to play will be on Wednesday, with the Nuggets coming to town. Royce O-Neale and Grayson Allen should both see extra minutes in his place.

Morant was listed as doubtful on the initial injury report, but he has now officially been ruled out. Scotty Pippen Jr. should get the starting nod at point guard in his place, where he has been effective this season.

George was initially listed as questionable for this game, but the odds of him playing have decreased significantly. The Jazz have also called Isaiah Collier up from the G-League, which gives an even stronger indication that George won’t suit up. Collier and Jordan Clarkson should be the primary playmaking options, though Patty Milles may also play a role.

DFS wasn’t initially on the injury report, but there is now a chance that he is sidelined for this game. Jalen Wilson should make a return to the starting unit if Finney-Smith is forced to sit out.

Craig wasn’t on the initially injury report, but there is now a chance that he is sidelined for this game. However, he didn’t see the floor despite being healthy for their last game, so his potential absence will not impact fantasy basketball.