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Henderson will miss at least one game after landing in the league’s concussion protocol. While his absence does not change anything regarding Anfernee Simons’ status as the starting point guard, Henderson not playing likely means more playing time for Dalano Banton. Banton is not a must-stream player in this spot, but that would change if Simons also misses Sunday’s game. Simons is questionable with a sore right forearm.

Henderson’s production has been inconsistent after a run in which he reached double figures in 11 of 12 games after the All-Star break. The second-year guard has surpassed 10 points three times in his last six appearances, shooting 32.4 percent from the field. Therefore, Henderson is ranked outside the top 250 in eight-cat formats during this stretch. The playing time will be there, and Tuesday’s performance was a step in the right direction. As has been the case throughout the season, efficiency is the key for Henderson.

Simons has been upgraded from questionable to available for Sunday’s game. His return pushes Scoot Henderson to the bench, but the second-year guard won’t lack playing time despite being used in a reserve role. Those who have Scoot rostered should hold onto him.

Clingan and Simons did not play in Friday’s win over the Nuggets, so the Trail Blazers used a smaller lineup to compensate for the former’s absence. Kris Murray and Scoot Henderson started against Denver and will likely retain their roles if Clingan and Simons remain out.

Anfernee Simons and Donovan Clingan were both late scratches due to illnesses. They will be replaced in the starting unit by Scoot and Murray, with Camara sliding over to start at center. Duop Reath should still play a large reserve role despite not starting.

Simons was a late addition to the injury report, so it isn’t surprising that he will be held out. Scoot Henderson should slide into the starting point guard role, with Dalano Banton taking on extra minutes off the bench.

Simons is a late addition to the injury report, which puts his status for Friday’s game in serious question. Donovan Clingan was also added late in the day with an illness, so it may be something going around the team. In Simons is ruled out, Scoot Henderson should start.

Camara will miss this game after playing well on Sunday. That will leave a void in the starting unit, which could be filled by Scoot Henderson, Kris Murray or Dalano Banton. All three should see extra minutes regardless of who starts.

Simons rebounded nicely on Sunday after scoring six points on 2-of-11 shooting in Wednesday’s loss to the Knicks. He has been dealing with a sore right hand, but this did not appear to give Anfernee any trouble against the Raptors. Simons has not missed a game since January 19, which may indicate he’ll be available for Monday’s game against the Wizards. If he does not play, Scoot Henderson (5/5/5/1 with one three-pointer in 30 minutes) will be the replacement in the starting lineup.

Simons is good to go after being questionable with a hand injury. He’ll play, which means Scoot Henderson will stay in his usual reserve role.