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Collins will be back after a one-game absence on Wednesday. Micah Potter got the start in his place, with Oscar Tschiebwe also playing a role off the bench. Neither player will have much of a role with Collins back.

Sunday’s game was Powell’s first since November 18, so the Clippers took some precautions despite including him in the starting lineup. Powell did not start the third quarter and only played 24 minutes. However, he was highly influential when in the game, which has been the case throughout the season. Amir Coffey, who filled in for Powell when he was injured, finished Sunday’s win with 13 points, five rebounds, one assist, and three 3-pointers in 18 minutes off the bench. Coffey may retain some value to begin Week 7, as the Clippers have a Tuesday/Wednesday back-to-back.

Not only was Sunday’s start Monk’s first of the season, but it was also his first since the 2022-23 season. He was efficient in that role, shooting 50% from the field and knocking down five 3-pointers. Monk will start on Tuesday against Houston, which boosts his fantasy value, with Keegan Murray and Keon Ellis taking hits to theirs. Murray (eight points, six rebounds, one steal, and one block in 38 minutes) attempted nine shots, while Ellis (eight points, three rebounds, one block, and two 3-pointers) only played 17 minutes off the bench.

DeRozan was on the court after missing two games with muscle inflammation in his lower back, and he showed no ill effects against the Spurs. He led Sacramento in points while recording solid numbers in rebounds, assists, and steals. DeRozan is providing 3rd-round value in 9-cat formats and is also ranked within the top-50 in 8-cat. Provided he stays healthy, there’s no reason to doubt DeRozan’s ability to maintain this production level.

Sabonis didn’t record any steals or blocks on Sunday, the first game he’s failed to contribute defensively since November 10. However, the double-doubles continue to pour in, and Sabonis is ranked among the most productive players in fantasy basketball regardless of league format. He’s providing top-10 per-game value in 8-cat formats while ranking a few spots outside that threshold in 9-cat.