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The Knicks have another left-handed point guard on their roster, with Payne joining Jalen Brunson and second-round pick Tyler Kolek (Deuce McBride is the only right-hander). The 2015 first-round pick began last season with the Bucks but was more impactful during his time with the 76ers. In 31 games with Philadelphia, Payne averaged 9.3 points and 3.1 assists in 19.4 minutes. Brunson’s presence means it will be difficult for Payne to provide consistent fantasy value, but he will have every opportunity to compete with Kolek for the backup point guard job.

Proctor will miss a third straight game with this quad injury, though he didn’t see the floor at all in his last two available games anyway. His continued absence won’t alter Cleveland’s rotation.

Allen will miss a third straight game with right knee tendonitis. Sam Merrill has served as the fifth starter, with Evan Mobley shifting from power forward to center. That should remain the case on Wednesday, with Merrill being worth a look in deep leagues where there’s a need for three-point production.

Isaac has missed Orlando’s last three games due to soreness in his left knee. While Noah Penda has picked up rotation minutes off the bench recently, he has not done enough to merit rostering in redraft leagues.

Richardson did not play in Sunday’s win over the Bucks. His availability does not affect fantasy basketball, even with Anthony Black (back) ruled out for Wednesday’s game.

Goodwin has missed seven straight games, but he’ll get back on the court to face Milwaukee on the road. He should see meaningful minutes in Phoenix’s rotation while Dillon Brooks is out, and Goodwin should remain part of the rotation when Brooks returns.

Anderson is back after sitting out Saturday’s loss to the Magic with a sore right knee. His return expands the Timberwolves’ rotation to nine, as only eight players saw action the last time out. Andreson is not a player who should be rostered in redraft leagues.

Appearing in a game for the first time since December 4, Curry played 12 minutes in Monday’s loss to the Jazz. His absence alone does not affect fantasy basketball, but the Warriors will be down multiple rotation games against the Bulls.

Golden State’s injury report is lengthy for the second leg of a back-to-back set, and Melton’s potential absence could free up extra playing time for Pat Spencer and Gary Payton II.

Tuesday’s game will be the fourth that Moody has missed due to a sprained right wrist. Will Richard is off the injury report and is one of the players who will be asked to do more because the Warriors will be shorthanded in the second game of their back-to-back.

Fortunately, Kristaps Porziņģis (illness) is available, but Golden State’s frontcourt depth could be limited if Green or Post are ultimately ruled out. If that happens, Al Horford should pick up the slack, and Gary Payton II (probable) and Gui Santos could see some additional run as well.