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Theis will miss a second straight game with this right thumb sprain, though his absence won’t have much of an impact on fantasy basketball. Jeremiah Robinson-Earl and Karlo Matkovic will be tasked with filling out the backup center minutes behind Yves Missi once again, but neither reserve big will be worth streaming.

Weaver is the latest G League alum to receive an opportunity to prove himself in the NBA. The 6-foot-8 forward most recently played for the Maine Celtics, averaging 10.2 points and 5.7 rebounds in six appearances after being acquired from the Texas Legends. Weaver’s addition to the 76ers’ roster is unlikely to impact fantasy basketball.

Russell and Clowney are the two changes to the Nets’ starting lineup. The former’s return means Tyrese Martin will come off the bench, a role in which he offers minimal fantasy value. Clowney steps in for Cameron Johnson, who is unavailable for rest reasons.

The Raptors will have four new starters for Wednesday’s game, with Barnes being the lone holdover. For availability reasons, Shead, Walter and Robinson are worth streaming, while Barrett is already rostered in most fantasy leagues.

Jackson took an elbow to the face during Tuesday’s win over the Jazz, but was able to return. His absence from the injury report for Thursday means he’s good to go for Thursday’s matchup with the Thunder.

The Hawks announced Wednesday that Nance continues progressing in his recovery from a right medial femoral condyle fracture. However, the next update will not be provided until the regular season concludes on April 13. Nance’s absence has freed up minutes for Mouhamed Gueye and Georges Niang. While the former has been in the starting lineup, the latter offers a higher fantasy floor and ceiling.

Stevens has missed the Grizzlies’ last three games with a shoulder injury. His absence frees up additional minutes for John Konchar and Vince Williams Jr., but neither’s fantasy ceiling has been raised. Fantasy managers can leave them on the waiver wire.

Bagley remains out due to the league’s concussion protocol. His continued absence does not impact fantasy basketball, as injuries have kept him out of the Grizzlies’ rotation.

Thursday’s game will be the sixth that Morant has missed with a strained left hamstring. At this point, the Grizzlies’ focus is likely on ensuring he’s healthy for the playoffs. Scotty Pippen Jr. has started the last two games and flourished in that role. However, Luke Kennard is another possibility since he brings more size to the table in this matchup. Whoever starts should be streamed in fantasy leagues.

While it was initially reported that Colby Jones would move into the starting lineup, the Wizards announced that Johnson would be the starter shortly after. He and Champagnie step in for Khris Middleton and Kyshawn George, who are out due to injury. Johnson and Champagnie are worth streaming for this matchup, while Jones misses out on a boost to his fantasy value.