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Absent from the Mavericks’ initial injury report, Thompson will not play against the Pacers. Along with Williams, their absences leave Dallas down two starters. Spencer Dinwiddie and Max Christie have the most to gain regarding playing time and fantasy value, and both are worth streaming. Also of note is the return of Jaden Hardy, who is available to play for the first time since March 3.

Initial reports indicated that Sabonis would miss at least 10 days, which would’ve had him returning around March 29. However, he’ll beat that timeline and will be back after missing only three games. His return will push Jonas Valanciunas to the bench. It’s the first night of a back-to-back for Sacramento, so Sabonis could sit against the Thunder on Tuesday, which would allow Valanciunas to get another start.

Wallace won’t be available, but he has only played a significant role when Trae Young is sidelined. With Young probable, Wallace may not have seen the floor if he was available.

Williams was initially listed as probable, so his availability doesn’t come as a surprise. He had been playing well as a starter, but he came off the bench in the Mavs’ last game on Friday. If he continues to play a reserve role, his fantasy upside will be capped.

Young is considered probable on the Hawks’ initial injury report as usual. Unless there’s a surprising turn of events, he’ll be available to play against the Rockets. Keaton Wallace (shoulder), who would fill in for Young on nights when he’s unavailable, has already been made inactive.

James and Hachimura have been upgraded from probable to available, meaning the Lakers will have their full rotation in Orlando. The latter will likely be under a minutes restriction, meaning he would come off the bench. Dorian Finney-Smith would remain in the starting lineup in that scenario.

It’s a back-to-back, so Robinson will likely miss one of the games. Dallas, who will be playing the second night of a back-to-back, seems like a great matchup for Robinson to sit out to ensure he is ready to play the Clippers on Wednesday. We’ll see what Tom Thibodeau decides, but Precious Achiuwa should take on the backup center minutes when Robinson is out.

McBride will miss a second consecutive game with a left groin strain/contusion. Cameron Payne will remain the starting point guard, which makes him worthy of a look in deep leagues. Also, Tyler Kolek will play rotation minutes, and he tallied eight assists without committing a turnover during Saturday’s win over the Wizards.

Mathurin was initially questionable for Monday’s game after suffering a sprained left ankle during Saturday’s win over the Nets. He’ll continue to serve as Aaron Nesmith’s backup, which limits the third-year wing’s fantasy ceiling.

Hachimura logged 18 minutes and come off the bench on Saturday after missing almost a month with this knee issue. He was initially listed as questionable, but now he is expected to suit up against Orlando. He’ll likely see a limited role off the bench once again.

Queen will remain sidelined with a sprained left ankle. His absence does not impact fantasy basketball, as the two-way contract guard is not in the Magic rotation when healthy.