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Banton played well as the starting point guard for Portland over their final seven games of the season. During this stretch as a starter, he has scored at least 20 points four times. He was also able to match his season-high of 23 points, which he has done a surprising four times this season without ever scoring more. Banton has benefitted from the absences of Anfernee Simons and Scoot Henderson, and he is set to be a free agent this summer. He could find a new team where he can be the backup point guard, but it will be difficult for him to find a situation where he can start.

Jenkins has hit double digits in assists on four occasions this season, with Saturday’s tally being one shy of his career-high. With the second-year guard filling in for the injured Cade Cunningham (lung), the Pistons have not missed a beat. Saturday’s win guaranteed Detroit the top seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs. For managers whose leagues will still be active, the Pistons play four games in Week 24, and Jenkins is worth rostering.

While Philadelphia’s Tyrese Mazey led all scorers with 23 points, Thompson did an outstanding job of making him work for everything. The 76ers’ point guard was able to get his, but he could not get others going. Maxey was responsible for just one assist, while Thompson recorded three steals and a blocked shot. Add in the points and rebounds, and the Pistons’ wing had a very good night in Philadelphia.

After exiting Thursday’s win over the Timberwolves with a knee contusion, Harris played 27 minutes without issue on Saturday. The 19 points were the most he’s scored in a game since March 25, when he put up 22 in a loss to the Hawks. The win over the 76ers secured for the Pistons the top seed in the East, which could lead to key players getting a little more rest during Week 24.

Clowney has been dealing with a sore left ankle for a little while now, but his Friday night was cut short due to a third-quarter ejection. With Nic Claxton (hand) already out, Clowney would figure prominently in the starting lineup, even if his minutes are limited.

Claxton is dealing with a sore right hand and will not play on Sunday. His absence frees up minutes for Josh Minott and Chaney Johnson, but both are risky plays due to the unpredictable nature of head coach Jordi Fernandez’s rotations.

Goodwin left Thursday’s loss to the Hornets with calf and back injuries, but he was a full participant in Saturday’s practice. He’ll get rotation minutes on Sunday, but it’s unlikely that Goodwin will do enough to affect fantasy basketball.