Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) remains out on Monday against the Pacers. The 22-year-old has averaged a career-high 23.9 points during the 2023-24 campaign. However, he's missed 30 games already this season, which hasn't been for his fantasy potential. At any rate, nobody can say for certain when Ball will return. But until that happens, Tre Mann, who had nine points in his first game with the Hornets on Saturday, could remain in the starting lineup. At the same time, fellow OKC teammate Vasilije Micic, coming off an 18-point, nine-assist performance, will be a popular streaming option.

Indiana Pacers forward/center Jalen Smith (back) won't play on Monday against Charlotte. Statistically, the 23-year-old is having one of the best seasons of his career, averaging 10.8 points and 5.6 rebounds. Unfortunately, he's missed time throughout the 2023-24 campaign, which has been a source of frustration for fantasy managers. Nonetheless, without Smith in the mix, Obi Toppin and Isaiah Jackson should see extra work. However, neither player is consistent for fantasy managers.

Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Monday's battle with the Charlotte Hornets. The All-Star has carried the same injury designation since returning from a lengthy absence caused by a hamstring strain. However, he should be good to go versus Charlotte, assuming he doesn't suffer a setback. Haliburton logged 30 minutes on Saturday night against the New York Knicks, his most in nearly a month. The 23-year-old is slowly returning to where he was before going down with the ailment, so fantasy managers should remain patient.

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (foot) is questionable for Monday's game against Memphis. The 23-year-old continues to deal with a bone contusion in his left foot. He was in the lineup on Friday night in the loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, finishing with a game-high 30 points and adding nine boards, five assists, one steal, and one block. But Williamson didn't suit up on Saturday versus Portland, allowing Trey Murphy III to enter the starting lineup and finish with a team-high 24 points. If Williamson can't go on Monday, Murphy should be starting in all fantasy scoring formats.

Miami Heat guard Josh Richardson (shoulder) was ruled out during Sunday's meeting with the Boston Celtics. The veteran sharpshooter didn't last long, logging just seven minutes and scoring two points. The Heat were down Jimmy Butler (personal) heading into this one, so Richardson had a chance to benefit. However, he's now dealing with another shoulder injury, which has been an issue this year. Nonetheless, Richardson will likely make an appearance on the injury report heading into Tuesday's game versus Milwaukee. But if he doesn't play, Duncan Robinson should see more action.