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Sharpe has scored 25 points or more in consecutive games twice this season, with his current run being the first since November 13-17. While the season-long fantasy value remains low, he has provided 10th-round value in 9-cat formats over the past two weeks. The limited assists and defensive production weigh down Sharpe’s value in category leagues. Still, he’ll be worth rostering later in the season once Portland decides to sit some of its veterans.

Vassell hasn’t missed a game since December, but he could be sidelined against Dallas. Stephon Castle would likely replace him in the starting lineup, though Julian Champagnie is also a candidate. Castle would be the better streaming option regardless of who starts.

McCollum and Zion are back in the starting lineup after sitting out the second leg of the Pelicans’ back-to-back on Sunday. That will push Kelly Olynyk and Jose Alvarado to the bench. Brown also enters the starting unit in place of Jordan Hawkins, who will still play a larger role off the bench.

Eubanks will miss Tuesday’s game, but he fell out of the rotation against Sacramento on Sunday. Tyronn Lue will likely utilize a smaller lineup when Ivica Zubac isn’t on the floor against New Orleans, which should lead to Derrick Jones Jr. minutes at center.

Sochan missed the second leg of San Antonio’s back-to-back when they played Dallas on Monday, but there is a chance that he is back for the rematch. Keldon Johnson scored 28 points off the bench with Sochan out but will likely take a production hit if Sochan returns.

After starting on Sunday, Williams Jr. missed the second leg of the Grizzlies’ back-to-back on Monday. That allowed GG Jackson to start and for Cam Spencer to play a larger role off the bench. Williams Jr. may replace Jackson in the starting lineup and limit Spencer’s minutes.

With both Edey and Clarke sidelined on Monday, Jay Huff started at center, with Marvin Bagley filling out the backup minutes. Huff was more productive in the box score, though neither was a great option. Still, they’ll get another opportunity if Edey and Clarke miss another game.

After missing Memphis’ last two games, Kennard will be available to play against Utah. His role has been inconsistent, but he should see plenty of minutes, which will likely take some time away from Scotty Pippen Jr.

Springer was able to play on Monday, but he didn’t see the floor. His status for Wednesday’s game won’t impact Utah’s rotation.

Clarkson has missed Utah’s last seven games and could remain sidelined against Memphis. If that happens, Collin Sexton will remain in the starting unit as the guard next to Isaiah Collier. Brice Sensabaugh contributed 22 points off the bench on Monday and would likely get the chance to supply more buckets if Clarkson remains out.

Markkanen has missed Utah’s last nine games with a back issue, and there is a chance that he misses a 10th-straight on Wednesday. Johnny Juzang should remain in the starting lineup as long as Markkanen is sidelined.