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With KJ Martin (foot) sidelined by a stress reaction, Caleb Martin (no relation) moves into the starting lineup. KJ will be re-evaluated in two weeks, so Caleb deserves streaming consideration in deep leagues. That’s the lone change to Philadelphia’s starting lineup.

Sidelined since December 1, Matkovic has only appeared in five games this season. His availability does not impact fantasy basketball, especially with fellow rookie Yves Missi stepping forward as New Orleans’ starting center.

Murphy injured his ankle during Sunday’s win over the Wizards and will miss at least one game. Zion Williamson (hamstring) is questionable for Tuesday’s game and could fill the void if cleared, even though his minutes will likely be restricted. Brandon Boston Jr. and Jordan Hawkins will be worth targeting in deeper leagues if Zion remains out due to New Orleans’ lack of bodies.

Sidelined since November 6, Williamson could make his return to the Pelicans’ lineup on Tuesday. While this would be an excellent development for fantasy managers, his minutes will likely be restricted in his first few games back. With Trey Murphy (ankle) already out, Williamson can easily slide back into the starting lineup if cleared to play.

Murray hasn’t missed a game since returning from a hand fracture earlier this season. The 28-year-old point guard recorded a triple-double on Sunday so it would be somewhat of a surprise if he didn’t suit up Tuesday despite the questionable listing.

Vincent, who hasn’t impacted fantasy basketball when healthy, has missed the Lakers’ last four games with an oblique strain. Shake Milton has played rotation minutes off the bench with Vincent sidelined, but he hasn’t done enough to merit being rostered in any fantasy leagues.

Jackson Jr. will be available despite previously being listed as questionable with an illness. The 23-year-old shooting guard is a starter for Milwaukee, though the defense-first guard doesn’t see enough minutes to be fantasy relevant.

While Reddish did play in Sunday’s loss to the Rockets, he was limited to four minutes, and his lower back has been an issue recently. His availability does not significantly impact fantasy basketball, but Reddish sitting would leave the Lakers without one of their better wing defenders. Dorian Finney-Smith will likely absorb the minutes that would have gone to Reddish if he can’t play.

No surprise here as Giannis was listed as probable heading into the matchup against the Raptors. The 30-year-old power forward has now played three games in a row despite continuing to be listed on the injury report. Expect the Greek Freak to continue to play without limitations.

Davis is back on the injury report for the season issue that has plagued him for a few games. The probable tag suggests he’ll be able to play. If Davis cannot play, Jaxson Hayes will move into the starting lineup, with Christian Koloko rejoining the rotation. Only Hayes would be worth streaming in this scenario.

LeBron has been playing pretty regularly for over a week now. While he’s listed as probable once again with left foot injury management, expect the 40-year-old small forward to suit up once again against the Mavericks Tuesday.