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Williams notched his first double-double of 2024-25 on Saturday and eclipsed 20 minutes for just the second time this season. The Hornets big man is gaining momentum after kicking off the campaign on the shelf due to injury. His ceiling can still rise if he stays healthy and Charlotte can trust him to hold up with more playing time.

Initially probable on the injury report for Thursday’s game, Bogdanovic is now questionable. With Jalen Johnson already out, this is a spot where Vit Krejci and Garrison Mathews will play more minutes if Bogdanovic is also out. While Krejci offers minimal streaming value whether he starts or comes off the bench, Mathews can provide points and 3-pointers.

Peterson has seen most of his minutes this season during blowouts, and while the Celtics are able to be on the right side of lopsided scores often, that hasn’t allowed Peterson to play a consistent role this season. His absence won’t impact the team’s rotation.

Walsh’s availability does not impact fantasy basketball. On most nights, he is on the back end of the Celtics’ rotation, so leave him on the waiver wire.

White was sidelined for their last game on Tuesday, but he will be back in the lineup for this game. Al Horford started in a bigger starting unit for the Celtics against Denver, but he’ll return to a reserve role for this one.

Spencer is a late addition to the Grizzlies’ injury report, but his status does not significantly impact fantasy basketball. If Ja Morant can return from his shoulder injury, Spencer will likely fall out of the rotation entirely.

Sidelined since early November, Nesmith still is not ready to return to game action. Bennedict Mathurin, who should be rostered in standard leagues, will remain the starter for the foreseeable future. And that’s likely to remain the case when Nesmith is cleared to play.

Morris has not been a consistent member of the Mavericks’ rotation, even with the team recently being hit hard by injuries. His absence will not impact fantasy basketball.

Embiid’s continued absences should surprise no one at this point, and with Drummond also sidelined, expect Guerschon Yabusele to see big minutes in the frontcourt.

George’s availability will be key for Philadelphia, as Joel Embiid will be sidelined again. George and Tyrese Maxey will likely do the heavy lifting on offense.

Turner sat out Wednesday, and Thomas Bryant started in his place. Bryant finished with a solid 22/8/1/2 line across 28 minutes. If Turner can’t go on Friday, Bryant would be worth streaming against a banged-up Warriors squad.