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With Scoot Henderson (quad) sidelined for the sixth time in their last seven games, Banton was able to play an extended role off the bench. That allowed him to provide an offensive boost, but he wasn’t able to contribute in many other categories. If Henderson remains out for Friday’s game against the Jazz, expect Banton to play a large reserve role once again. He’s capable of providing multi-category value, but there will likely be better streaming options on a day with seven games being played. Still, Banton was a solid producer off the bench in this game.

Martin and Bona resumed on-court workouts on Friday, but neither is ready to return to game action. The former’s absence is more impactful in deep fantasy leagues, as the 76ers must rely even more on Kelly Oubre Jr. As for Bona, he may crack the rotation if cleared to return before Joel Embiid (sinus fracture) does.

Initially expected to make his season debut on Friday, Strus remains sidelined. Isaac Okoro and Dean Wade have been Kenny Atkinson’s preferred choices to fill the void in the starting lineup. The former has been slightly more productive, but both are deep-league options at best.

Mobley missed Friday’s game against the Wizards so the probable listing is as good of a sign as fantasy managers could hope for Monday. Neither Georges Niang or Dean Wade are good streaming options if Mobley were to miss another game.

Hukporti’s absence will not impact fantasy basketball, as he is not guaranteed rotation minutes on most nights.

Lowry will be available after sitting out Friday’s loss to the Pacers. With Jared McCain (knee) out indefinitely, the veteran point guard’s return will help the 76ers depth-wise. However, Lowry has not been productive enough to merit being rostered in most fantasy leagues.

While it remains unknown exactly how much time Embiid will miss after suffering a sinus fracture on Friday, he’ll miss at least one game. Andre Drummond should return to the starting lineup, but Guerschon Yabusele is the superior streaming option. Also worth a look is Kelly Oubre Jr., as the 76ers will also be without Jared McCain (knee).

Collins injured his back in the first half of a December 8 game against the Pelicans. This will be his second straight missed game since then. Charles Bassey will serve as the Spurs backup center with Collins out.

Castle is back after sitting out Friday’s win over Portland. Given the conservative approach the Spurs usually take with players returning from injury, the rookie will likely come off the bench on Sunday. If so, Jeremy Sochan and Julian Champagnie will remain in the starting lineup.

Jones has missed some time with a shoulder injury and won’t be making his return Sunday against Minnesota. The 24-year-old backup point guard only has fantasy value when Chris Paul is out, though.

Ball has been out for two weeks with a left calf strain. He was to be re-evaluated in mid-December so his being listed as questionable is a good sign for the 23-year-old point guard. Even if Ball doesn’t take the court Monday, his return doesn’t seem far off.