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Maxey, who has not appeared in a game since March 3, will miss a ninth-straight contest on Wednesday. With Walker missing his fourth-straight due to the league’s concussion protocol, the 76ers will again rely on Quentin Grimes, Jared Butler and Jeff Dowtin Jr. on the perimeter. Grimes should be rostered in standard leagues, while Butler and Dowtin are worth a look in deeper formats.

Ball has not played since February 28, but that may change as soon as Thursday night. His absence opened up a place in the starting lineup for Tre Jones, who was recently sidelined by a sprained foot. Kevin Huerter has moved into the starting five, and his playing time will likely decrease if Ball returns.

The Cavaliers are in firm control of the top spot in the East and have taken opportunities to rest members of their “core four occasionally.” Mobley will sit out Thursday’s game, and his absence coincides with Donovan Mitchell’s return after not playing on Tuesday. De’Andre Hunter, Sam Merrill, Isaac Okoro and Dean Wade are four options to fill the void left by Mobley, with Hunter offering the highest upside. As for Tyson, his continued absence does not impact the Cavaliers’ rotation.

Mitchell is back after sitting out Tuesday’s win over the Trail Blazers. Sam Merrill replaced him in the starting lineup, but Spida’s return does not automatically mean he’s headed to the bench. Evan Mobley (rest) is out, so Merrill, along with De’Andre Hunter, Isaac Okoro and Dean Wade, could be among the options to start.

Jerome has reached double figures in seven straight games, most recently scoring 25 points in Tuesday’s win over the Trail Blazers. With Donovan Mitchell (groin) available for Thursday’s game, the Cavaliers would be covered on the perimeter if Jerome does not play.

Martin has missed Dallas’s last five games with a hip injury. While his absence has left the team shorthanded on the wing, it has not impacted fantasy basketball. Williams most recently played 28 minutes in Tuesday’s loss to the Knicks. His absence would have a more significant impact, as the Mavericks guard has offered 10th-round value in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks.

Davis did not play in Tuesday’s loss to the Knicks, Dallas’ second game in as many nights. If he does return on Thursday, Naji Marshall will likely drop to the bench. However, given the current state of the Mavericks’ rotation, managers who have Marshall rostered should hold onto him.

Hood-Schifino’s absence will not impact fantasy basketball, as Quentin Grimes is available after sitting out Monday’s loss to the Pelicans. Chuma Okeke will likely play fewer minutes, eliminating what little streaming value he possessed.

Wallace remains out with a shoulder injury, and his absence does not impact fantasy basketball. With Trae Young considered probable, Wallace likely would have been inactive if he were healthy enough to play.

The Hawks list Young as probable on their initial injury report with the same Achilles tendon issue. He’ll likely be cleared to play, so fantasy managers should set their lineups with this expectation. Young should play starters’ minutes, as has been the norm for most of this season.

Anthony has missed Orlando’s last six games with a strained left big toe. Given the doubtful tag, he’s likely to miss a seventh on Thursday. Cory Joseph and Anthony Black will continue to share the point guard responsibilities, with the former being Anthony’s replacement in the starting lineup.