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Yang Hansen has been ruled out for Thursday’s game against the Pelicans due to a face injury. The Trail Blazers are facing a shortage in their frontcourt with centers Donovan Clingan and Robert Williams III also sidelined. As a result, Duop Reath is expected to step into the starting lineup and could be a valuable pickup for fantasy managers in deeper leagues seeking frontcourt depth.

Gary Trent Jr. is set to start Thursday’s game against the Celtics, with the Bucks managing key absences including Giannis Antetokounmpo and AJ Green. This lineup adjustment offers Trent an elevated role, potentially increasing his value in deeper fantasy leagues. Though his overall fantasy ceiling remains moderate, the enhanced opportunity could make him a viable short-term option.

Philadelphia 76ers’ center Joel Embiid is listed as probable for Friday’s matchup against the Indiana Pacers as he continues to manage knee issues. Despite a subpar performance against the Lakers, where he scored 16 points on 21 attempts, Embiid has had several days to recover and is expected to return to form. His presence will be crucial as the 76ers aim to bounce back from their recent loss.

Quenton Jackson is listed as questionable for Friday’s match-up against the 76ers due to a right hamstring strain sustained on November 3 against the Bucks. Should Jackson return, Ethan Thompson might see reduced minutes, but neither player’s performance is expected to significantly impact fantasy landscapes.

Sharife Cooper has been cleared to play in Friday’s game against the Cavaliers, as he is no longer listed on the injury report due to his calf issue. Despite returning to full health, Cooper remains a non-factor in fantasy leagues, as he typically does not receive substantial playing time in Washington’s rotation. Fantasy managers are advised to keep Cooper on the waiver wire for now.

The Indiana Pacers have waived forward Jeremiah Robinson-Earl, who had been signed to a standard deal last month. The move is aimed at creating roster space for Garrison Mathews. Robinson-Earl’s limited impact, seeing only 14 minutes per game recently and missing the last two contests, contributed to the decision.

Robert Williams is listed as questionable for Thursday’s game against the Pelicans due to an illness that kept him out on Saturday. However, his return to full practice on Tuesday indicates he is trending towards playing. If Williams is cleared to play, Yang Hansen is expected to shift back to a bench role, while Duop Reath could experience a decrease in playing time.

Yang Hansen, who recently made his first career start, is questionable with a facial injury for Thursday’s game against the Pelicans. With Donovan Clingan still ruled out and Robert Williams questionable due to an illness, Hansen may see significant minutes even if he returns to a bench role. The decision on Hansen’s involvement is likely to influence rotations depending on Williams’ availability for the game.

Dereck Lively II will miss the remainder of the NBA season due to season-ending surgery on his right foot, as reported by Shams Charania. After appearing in only seven games, the third-year player’s absence will require the team to increase Anthony Davis’s minutes at center and rely more on backup options like Moussa Cisse and Dwight Powell. Fantasy managers in redraft leagues are advised to drop Lively, though he remains a promising option for the future.

Wendell Carter Jr. posted a double-double on Tuesday, contributing 14 points, 10 rebounds, and a full stat line in Orlando’s victory over Miami. His performance was pivotal in the team’s advancement to the NBA Cup semifinals, demonstrating marked improvements in key areas from last season. While not a top-tier fantasy choice, Carter’s consistent output solidifies him as a dependable starter in most leagues.

Immanuel Quickley has been ruled out of Tuesday’s matchup against the Knicks due to illness after playing through it on Sunday. His absence in the NBA Cup quarterfinals coincides with Jamal Shead’s availability, who is expected to take Quickley’s place in the starting lineup. The team will look to Shead to contribute significantly in this critical game.

Immanuel Quickley is listed as questionable due to illness for Tuesday’s contest against the Knicks. Despite playing through the illness on Sunday, his availability remains uncertain. Should Quickley be sidelined alongside Jamal Shead (quad), Ja’Kobe Walter and Gradey Dick may see increased playing time in the NBA Cup quarterfinals.