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Green

Initially probable for Friday’s game, Ball and Green are officially available. They’ll take their usual places in the Hornets’ starting lineup, so fantasy managers must ensure that Ball is in their lineups before lock time. Green remains a player who does not need to be rostered in most leagues.

Green missed Wednesday’s game, which allowed DaQuan Jeffries to move into the starting lineup. Jeffries will likely return to the bench with Green expected back after he contributed just six points, two rebounds, two assists and one steal in 27 minutes.

Green, a late addition to the Hornets’ injury report, will not play against the Timberwolves. His absence frees up a place in the starting lineup and significant playing time. Seth Curry and Damion Baugh are two players who may see more action with Green out. However, neither player is likely to do enough to merit being streamed in this spot.

Green did a little bit of everything in this game, though it seemed like it was going to be a much bigger performance than it ended up being. Green entered halftime with 13 points, but Charlotte didn’t turn to him much after the break. Green is a solid starter for the Hornets, but he hasn’t been much of a contributor in fantasy basketball. Managers shouldn’t rush to the waiver wire after a performance like this since he hasn’t been able to produce in the box score consistently this season.

Green has been a solid starter all season long for Charlotte, but he hasn’t been a consistent scoring threat for them. However, with LaMelo Ball (ankle) sidelined, Green was able to step up and provide a scoring punch for the Hornets. He also set a new season-high for three-pointers made. This was an excellent game for Green, but he hasn’t been an effective option in fantasy basketball this season. This performance doesn’t change that.

Green surpassed 15 points in a game for the first time since November 30 (17 vs. Atlanta), and the 18 points are a season-high. Unfortunately, the Hornets wing offered little value outside the points and three-pointers. Green will have opportunities after the All-Star break, especially on nights when LaMelo Ball or Miles Bridges isn’t available. However, he hasn’t done enough to gain the trust of most fantasy managers.

Green returned to the Hornets’ lineup on Monday after missing two games with a calf injury. As has been the case throughout the season, he offered little offensive value. While there’s the potential that he receives more opportunities on the offensive end of the floor during the “silly season,” Green hasn’t shown the ability to take advantage. Despite being a starter, he should not be rostered in fantasy leagues.

Ball, Smith, and Green return after sitting out Sunday’s loss to the Pistons, pushing KJ Simpson, Seth Curry, and DaQuan Jeffries to the bench. Also of note is Diabate remaining in the starting lineup after suffering a right eye injury on Sunday.

Smith and Green are back after sitting out Sunday’s loss to the Pistons, and both will be in the starting lineup. Seth Curry and DaQuan Jeffries will return to the bench, eliminating most of their streaming value. There’s little need to hold onto either player.

Green is dealing with right calf tightness and Smith is suffering from back spasms. Seth Curry and DaQuan Jeffries are threats to crack the starting lineup if the aforementioned players can’t go.