Dallas Mavericks forward Derrick Jones Jr. (shoulder) is regarded as questionable for Tuesday's matchup against Indiana. The high-flyer from UNLV might have to skip a very favorable matchup due to a left shoulder strain. The timing of the injury couldn't be worse, as Jones Jr. has just had one of his best outings of the season with a 21-point, seven-rebound effort against Philadelphia. Jones Jr.'s absence would open the door for Dante Exum and Tim Hardaway Jr. to make a bigger mark off the Dallas bench. A lot of big fantasy lines are expected from the clash at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, as Indiana is ranked No. 1 in pace but sits among the worst defensive teams in the league.

Indiana Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith (quadriceps) could come out of the lineup again on Tuesday versus Dallas. He's played the last two games after returning from an ankle sprain, but Nesmith is now dealing with a bruise on his left quadriceps. Nesmith has been a good glue guy for the Pacers in the starting unit, registering 12.4 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.0 steals across the season. Bennedict Mathurin had a run as a starter during his most recent absence and appears poised to fill Nesmith's spot again if he's unavailable. The 2024 NBA Rookie Challenge MVP has finally found some consistency lately and boasts solid numbers as a starter, with 15.9 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 2.9 assists.

Detroit Pistons guard/forward Quentin Grimes (knee) is considered doubtful for Tuesday's clash with Miami. He's been dealing with a right knee issue for a bit but was able to play in four consecutive contests before missing Sunday's matchup against Orlando. Grimes has started life in Motown as a member of the second unit, averaging 5.3 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 1.5 assists across 19.8 minutes. Marcus Sasser, Evan Fournier, and Simone Fontecchio are the first guys off the bench for Detroit and get a chance to grab a few extra minutes without Grimes. However, things might not come very easy for them on Tuesday, as Miami is one of the stingiest teams against opposing benches -- only four teams have allowed fewer points per game to second units.

Charlotte Hornets center Nick Richards (foot) is on the injury report as questionable ahead of Tuesday's contest against Orlando. He's dealing with discomfort in his right foot and was forced to sit against Toronto on Sunday after making 19 consecutive appearances. Richards has massively benefited from the absence of Mark Williams (back) throughout the season, going close to a double-double as a starter with 10.5 points and 8.8 rebounds. Grant Williams started in his place at the weekend as Charlotte went small. Williams has already gained a fair bit of momentum as a bench piece with the Hornets, and the starting role gives his fantasy stock a further boost. He finished Sunday's contest with 18 points, 13 rebounds, five assists, one block, and one steal.

Brooklyn Nets center Nicolas Claxton led all players in rebounds with 10 in Sunday's contest, resulting in a 120-101 victory over the Cavaliers. The 24-year-old earned a double-double and recorded 16 points (7-10 FG, 2-2 FT), three assists, and one steal in 28 minutes on the court. For Claxton, he has logged a double-double in five of the last six games. He is a solid fantasy option at the center position in all fantasy formats.