Philadelphia 76ers DVOA, Stats, & NBA Rankings

Los Angeles Clippers guard Paul George (knee) will play on Friday against the Wizards. He missed the last two games because of a knee injury. However, the 33-year-old is now back in the lineup, much to the relief of fantasy managers. Of course, George should be featured in all fantasy lineups. But his return could mean less production from Terance Mann, who's averaged nearly 18 points in the previous three contests.

Phoenix Suns guard Eric Gordon (groin) is questionable going into Saturday's game against the Houston Rockets. He's been absent for two consecutive contests. Bradley Beal (hamstring) is expected to return after missing five straight games. With Beal's probable return, Royce O'Neale will likely be demoted. As for Gordon, the 35-year-old is averaging 12.5 points, 2.1 rebounds and 2.2 assists in 29.8 minutes per game while seeing action in 49 contests this season.

Philadelphia 76ers forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (shoulder) is out for Friday's contest versus the Charlotte Hornets. Oubre is experiencing soreness in his right shoulder, and it's enough to keep him out on Friday. The 28-year-old swingman is losing steam over his last five games (three starts), amassing only 9.6 points on 36.4% shooting from the floor, 4.4 rebounds, and 1.6 swipes in 29.0 minutes per contest. Oubre looks to return on Sunday against the Dallas Mavericks. A great matchup with a dismal Hornets team is in store for Kyle Lowry, Oubre's replacement in Philly's first unit, as Charlotte owns the fourth-worst defensive efficiency rating (117.1) and are allowing the fourth-worst opponent field-goal percentage (49.6%) in basketball. Lowry is worth streaming in season-long fantasy leagues in a pinch, and the veteran floor general is a decent budget option in DFS on Friday.

Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (shoulder) has picked up a questionable tag ahead of Friday's encounter with the Hornets. He's a late addition to the injury report with a sore right shoulder. 76ers head coach Nick Nurse might have to switch up his starting lineup again after inserting Oubre Jr. back into the first unit on Tuesday versus Boston. If Oubre Jr. won't be available, Nicolas Batum might get a fresh opportunity in the starting five against his former team in a very favorable matchup. The Hornets are ranked 27th in defensive efficiency, and Milwaukee has just crushed them in back-to-back games. Philadelphia should be capable of something similar Friday night.

Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul George (knee) is listed as questionable ahead of Friday's game against the Washington Wizards. The superstar forward has been forced to miss each of the last two games due to a lingering knee issue. Head coach Ty Lue has used Norman Powell and Amir Coffey to each start a game in his absence. It's unknown which player will get the starting nod if George is unable to play. Powell is the much better streaming choice if he's given the chance to start. Fantasy managers will have to check back on Friday for another update on his status.