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Gordon’s set to miss a second consecutive game with a wrist injury. Quentin Grimes is primed to step in to a supporting role off the bench again.

George will have a chance to return after missing Utah’s last two games. Jordan Clarkson and Cody Williams filled out the majority of the bench minutes on Wednesday, but both would likely give up a few minutes if George is back in the lineup.

Collins had previously been dealing with a back injury, but now he is being held out because of a left ankle sprain. Kyle Filipowski or KJ Martin should replace him in the starting unit, though both should see a bump in minutes. Filipowski is the better fantasy option.

Nnaji is once again dealing with an ankle injury, but it isn’t expected to keep him sidelined against LA. He’ll continue to occupy a reserve role down low behind Nikola Jokic.

Kai Jones has missed the last five games for Dallas, but he could return to the lineup on Friday. He played well in his lone game for the Mavs this season, and he should be part of the rotation when he returns, which would cut into the minutes of Kessler Edwards and Dwight Powell.

Jerome will be back after getting a rest night against Brooklyn. He’ll occupy his typical bench role, which will take away minutes from Sam Merrill and Craig Porter Jr. after they took on larger roles on Tuesday.

Exum played 22 minutes as a starter on Wednesday and contributed 17 points, three rebounds, three assists and one steal. He will likely remain in that role if he plays, but if he is sidelined, Brandon Williams (hamstring) or Spencer Dinwiddie will likely replace him.

Hunter missed Tuesday’s game against Brooklyn, but he is expected to be back in his usual role against Memphis. With Donovan Mitchell (groin) sidelined, there is certainly a chance that Hunter starts. However, even if he doesn’t, he will see a bump in minutes. His return will also take away minutes from Dean Wade and Sam Merrill.

Williams has been a surprising fantasy stud for Dallas over their last few games, and after a one-game absence, he returned to the lineup on Wednesday and contributed 19 points, three rebounds, six assists and two steals. If he misses Friday’s game, Spencer Dinwiddie, Dante Exum and Max Christie will take on extra minutes.