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Green did a bit of everything in this game and came close to recording a 5x5. Aside from his four turnovers, this was an excellent night in the box score for him. Unfortunately, it wasn’t enough for Golden State to maintain their winning ways and take advantage of Denver missing Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray. Steve Kerr said that Stephen Curry could rest against the Bucks on Tuesday, and it’s unclear if that will extend to Green. If he plays, Green should continue to be a strong option in the box score.

Mobley is back after a one-game absence and will reclaim his place in the starting lineup. De’Andre Hunter will return to the bench, which lowers his fantasy ceiling. Completing the starting five are Darius Garland, Donovan Mitchell, Max Strus and Jarrett Allen.

Curry moved into the starting lineup on Tuesday, as the Hornets were without Miles Bridges. The veteran guard had a good night shooting the ball, as he made over 50 percent of his attempts from the field and connected on four three-pointers. Curry is primarily a points and three-pointers option in category leagues, and nights like Tuesday have not been the norm for him this season. Fantasy managers can afford to leave Curry on the waiver wire.

Baugh was recalled from the G League to start for LaMelo Ball, who sat out Tuesday’s game with a right wrist injury. Baugh’s rebound and assist production was solid, and he’ll be worth streaming whenever Ball misses games. Given how long LaMelo has been dealing with the wrist injury, it would be unsurprising if the Hornets eventually shut him down. Charlotte hosts New York on Thursday, the first of three games it will play to close out Week 20.

Jeffries has started Charlotte’s last five games, reaching double figures on three occasions. While his fantasy value remains low, the opportunity to play starters’ minutes makes him worth a look, especially on nights like Tuesday. The Hornets were without LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges, raising Jeffries’ fantasy ceiling. And Charlotte’s schedule for the rest of Week 20 is good, as they’ll play three games in the final four days.