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Brown started and had 12 points in 35 minutes against the Pistons on Sunday. With Zion Williamson (back) out again Monday, he’d be in line for another start, but the 28-year-old small forward will sit out for conditioning reasons on the second night of a back-to-back. Jeremiah Robinson-Earl could move into the starting lineup.

Williamson is set to miss his second straight game while Missi is a new addition to the injury report after playing against the Timberwolves on Friday. Bruce Brown will likely start for Williamson and Karlo Matkovic could draw a spot start in Missi’s place.

Williamson did not play in Friday’s loss to the Timberwolves, so Bruce Brown moved into the starting lineup. While he hasn’t been a great fantasy option this season, Brown is worth streaming on nights when he starts. Also, Jeremiah Robinson-Earl should play more minutes off the bench if Zion is unavailable.

Despite a delayed start to the season, this was a healthy year overall for Murphy despite all the injury woes around him in New Orleans. That allowed him to enjoy a breakout season with averages of 21.2 points, 5.1 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.1 steals and three triples per game. He was a fantasy superstar, but his year is officially over. There is no indication of a timeline at this point, but managers will be hoping that he is ready for the start of the 2025-26 season. Jordan Hawkins and Bruce Brown should see a bump in minutes over the final few weeks of the season.

Brown was ejected after arguing that he was fouled on a shot attempt. He received the technical fouls quickly, ending his night after 16 minutes of play. Brown finished with two points and one rebound. Antonio Reeves and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl will play more rotation minutes as Trey Murphy exited during the first half with a shoulder injury.

Murphy’s night ended after playing just one minute, but the good news is that the team said the X-rays were negative. Jordan Hawkins and Bruce Brown will see a bump in minutes with Murphy sidelined for at least the rest of this game.

Williamson and Missi are back and will be in the starting lineup for Monday’s game. Their returns mean Bruce Brown and Karlo Matkovic head to the bench, lowering the fantasy ceilings of both players. While Brown and Matkovic can provide deep-league value as reserves, neither is a must-hold.

Williamson will be back after missing Saturday’s game against San Antonio. Bruce Brown started in his place, but he will likely return to playing a reserve role against Detroit. Williamson has scored at least 20 points in seven straight games and will look to maintain that streak on Monday.

Olynyk is dealing with a sprained finger on his left hand, hence his inclusion on the Pelicans’ injury report. Zion Williamson is also questionable for Monday’s game, so he could fill the void if Olynyk cannot play. The Pelicans can also call on Bruce Brown, who has started the last three games and can provide solid value when in that role.

Williamson is in danger of missing a second straight game for personal reasons. Bruce Brown got the spot start against the Spurs on Saturday and could be in for another if Williamson can’t suit up.