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Christie saved his best summer league performance for last, hitting six 3-pointers and scoring 22 points in the one-point semifinal defeat. In four games, the rookie averaged 8.8 points on 31.6% shooting from the field, with 3-point production (2.3 per game) being where he provided the most value. While he faces longer odds of cracking the Clippers’ regular season rotation than Jordan Miller, who scored 28 on Sunday, Christie is an intriguing prospect for the future. He turns 19 on July 24, making him one of the youngest rookies in this class. Fantasy managers should not expect too much from Christie as a rookie, but he’s worth selecting in dynasty leagues.

Butler’s return pushes Kevin Love out of the starting unit, but his return lines up with Terry Rozier dealing with a foot issue. Robinson will replace him in the starting unit and should play big minutes with Jaime Jaquez Jr. also sidelined.

Brown was in training camp with the Knicks on an Exhibit 10 deal but was waived just before the start of the season. Injuries in the frontcourt have decimated the Pacers. James Wiseman and Isaiah Jackson are out with season-ending Achilles injuries, and a calf injury has sidelined starter Myles Turner. If Turner is sidelined for an extended period, Brown may be able to provide value in deep leagues.

Jokic has missed Denver’s last two games, with Dario Saric filling the void in the starting lineup. Saric will be worth a look in deep leagues if the reigning MVP does not play, but he isn’t a must-stream player.

Coulibaly exited early from Sunday’s game with this head injury that will keep him sidelined on Monday. Kyshawn George should fill his spot in the starting unit, though Corey Kispert should see some extra minutes off the bench as well.

Carter will remain sidelined for another game, which means Goga Bitadze will continue to start. He should be streamed until WCJ is cleared to play.

Both guards were initially listed as probable and have now officially been cleared to play in this game. THJ is back after a three-game absence and should replace Malik Beasley in the starting unit.

Lillard is back after missing three games due to a stint in the league’s concussion protocols. Delon Wright, who started Milwaukee’s last two games, drops out of the starting lineup and is not worth considering as a streaming option. As for Antetokounmpo, he’ll continue to play through his persistent knee issue.

Embiid, who is still listed as doubtful, may end up giving it a go after all. Nick Nurse said that he’ll go through warmups, so there likely won’t be an official decision on his status until closer to tipoff.

One night after scoring 34 points in a win over the Heat, Turner will sit out Indiana’s second game in as many days. Given the Pacers’ lack of depth at center, Obi Toppin and Jarace Walker may be asked to play out of position. Toppin is the likely starter, making him a slightly safer streaming option.