

Philadelphia 76ers forward Nicolas Batum (hamstring) continues to deal with a left hamstring strain that will keep him out of at least one more game. The team has already ruled him out on Monday for their game against the Dallas Mavericks. The 35-year-old's absence has been felt as the team's defense and ability to spread the ball around on offense have both suffered in the past few games. Batum, along with Joel Embiid (knee) and De'Anthony Melton (back), will be three of the five starters to watch from the sidelines while Tobias Harris (illness) could join them. Kelly Oubre Jr. has been in the starting lineup in his place, and could serve as a solid streaming option in deeper leagues.

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (shoulder) made his second consecutive start on Sunday in place of Jalen Williams (ankle) but exited the game in the third quarter due to right shoulder soreness and wasn't able to return to the game. He ended up playing 18 minutes and registering eight points, two assists, one rebound, and one block while shooting 3-for-8 from the floor. The rookie has scored in double-digit figures multiple times this season but hasn't produced stat lines that keep him relevant in shallow fantasy leagues. If Wallace has to miss extended time, then Aaron Wiggins would see some added run if Williams can't return.


Philadelphia 76ers forward Tobias Harris (illness) is questionable for Monday against the visiting Mavericks. Harris wasn't available for Saturday's loss to the Brooklyn Nets. As a result, Kelly Oubre Jr. picked up most of the slack, scoring 16 points behind Tyrese Maxey's 23. Harris has played well this season, averaging 17.9 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 1.0 steals. Those numbers figure to rise, with the Sixers announcing that Joel Embiid (knee) will undergo a procedure in the coming days. That said, if Harris remains out on Monday night, Maxey and Oubre should absorb most of the scoring opportunities. Additionally, Kenyon Martin Jr., Danuel House Jr., and Marcus Morris Sr. are worth streaming for those who are desperate.


Dallas Mavericks center Maxi Kleber (toe) is questionable heading into Monday's meeting in Philadelphia. A right toe issue plagues him, the same injury he's dealt with all year. He's coming off a strong showing, amassing 21 points and two steals on Saturday against the Bucks. Dereck Lively II (nose) wasn't available for that one. The rookie will have a procedure on his nose on Monday, so he'll miss another game, meaning Kleber could be in line for more work. But if Kleber is sidelined, Richaun Holmes, who had a double-double with two blocks versus the Timberwolves on January 31, would be an ideal streaming option.


Dallas Mavericks guard Dante Exum (knee) won't play on Monday against the 76ers. He's currently having arguably the best year of his career from a production standpoint, averaging 9.2 points and shooting 47.7% from deep. Regrettably, the veteran has battled various injuries throughout the 2023-24 campaign, and he's most recently missed the last four games because of knee bursitis. With Luka Doncic (ankle) and Kyrie Irving (thumb) in and out of the lineup this season, Exum has taken advantage. But it's anyone's guess when he'll be ready to return. That said, Exum won't be as productive if Irving and Doncic are both available, meaning fantasy managers in most re-draft setups can drop him.
