Memphis Grizzlies

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Scotty Pippen Jr. (back) has been cleared to return to action on Wednesday versus Charlotte. The 23-year-old hasn't played since Feb. 14, recovering from a lumbar disc bulge. Pippen Jr. has put in a few promising performances, averaging 10.5 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 4.5 in eight games he has played with the Grizzlies. However, he hasn't had a regular role in the rotation, which makes him a risky fantasy choice.

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Vince Williams Jr. (knee) will miss a third consecutive contest on Wednesday against the Hornets. The 23-year-old hasn't been able to shake off left patellar tendon soreness. Williams Jr.'s absence should secure plenty of shots for Luke Kennard and GG Jackson II. Both players tend to be quite inconsistent with their performances, but in Charlotte, they face a team that struggles defensively -- only three teams have a worse defensive rating than the Hornets.

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama (elbow) will sit out Wednesday's contest against Charlotte. Memphis completes a back-to-back, and Aldama is getting the night off due to a sore left elbow. With Jaren Jackson Jr. (quadriceps) also missing, Trey Jemison could be carrying a very heavy workload on the Grizzlies' frontcourt, with Wenyen Gabriel, Jake LaRavia, and GG Jackson II also in the mix. Jemison is coming off a career night, which saw him score 24 points and grab eight rebounds against Washington in a 109-97 win. He's in a perfect place to produce a similar performance on Wednesday because the Hornets typically struggle against centers.

Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (quad) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. His status was uncertain coming into this game as he was listed as questionable on the injury report. Trey Jemison figures to see a boost in playing time with Jackson sidelined. He hasn't been a great fantasy asset, but the boost in playing time should make him worth a look in deep leagues.

Memphis Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins said before Tuesday's win over the Washington Wizards that guard Desmond Bane (ankle) has been doing three-on-three basketball activities for the past two weeks and progressed to five-on-five in the past couple of days. Although the Grizzlies expect their star shooting guard to return this season, Bane is doubtful for Wednesday's tilt versus the Charlotte Hornets. Bane was diagnosed with a Grade 3 left ankle sprain following Jan. 12's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. The 25-year-old is averaging a career-high 24.4 points, 5.3 assists, and 3.3 three-pointers over 37 appearances for Memphis and could bolster fantasy playoff rosters down the stretch. Saturday's clash with the Oklahoma City Thunder is a more realistic return date, though. The sharpshooting Luke Kennard will continue to fill the void at point guard until Bane is cleared to play.