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Capela notched 15 points (6-9 FG, 3-7 FT), 11 rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal across 26 minutes during Monday's 113-101 victory over the Bulls.

This was Capela's sixth double-double over his last seven contests, and the veteran big man has been playing well over the previous few weeks. Capela is making his presence felt on both ends of the court and seeing an uptick in his scoring figures compared to earlier in the season. He's averaging 12.6 points and 11.1 rebounds per game since the beginning of March.

Ayton notched 20 points (10-18 FG), 12 rebounds and three assists across 36 minutes during Monday's 104-103 loss to Orlando.

Ayton has been limited by a few minor injuries over the last few weeks, but he's been ready to contribute when called upon. The big man recorded his seventh double-double across his last 10 appearances, a span in which he's averaging 21.9 points and 12.7 rebounds per game while shooting 61.1 percent from the field. Ayton should remain a key part of Portland's future next season and beyond, and he should be a stud in fantasy provided he stays healthy.

Carter had 17 points (6-10 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-7 FT), 13 rebounds, five assists, one block and three steals across 31 minutes during Monday's 104-103 win over the Trail Blazers.

Carter has recorded back-to-back double-doubles while making his presence felt on the defensive side of the ball, recording two blocks and five steals in that span. Carter is not expected to be a go-to guy on offense in a scheme led by Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner, but any contributions on offense will certainly boost his fantasy upside. He's averaging 10.2 points, 8.7 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.3 steals per game over his last 11 contests.

Nurkic had 19 points (5-11 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 8-11 FT), 19 rebounds, four assists, two blocks and one steal in 36 minutes during Monday's 124-111 victory over the Pelicans.

Nurkic has now posted 12 games with at least 15 rebounds this season. The 29-year-old has also accumulated 25 double-doubles through his 70 appearances thus far. Nurkic's plus-11.2 net rating per 100 possessions on the year indicates his importance to the Suns.

Horford finished with 15 points (6-11 FG, 3-6 3Pt), five rebounds and three assists in 25 minutes during Monday's 118-104 win over Charlotte.

Horford was inserted into the starting lineup for Monday's game due to Jaylen Brown (hand) being sidelined. Horford scored in double digits for the fourth time over his last seven games, and as a starter he's averaging 10.5 points, 6.8 rebounds and 3.3 assists. With Boston close to clinching the best record in the NBA, Horford will likely see his playing time diminish as the regular season draws to a close.

Turner won't return to Monday's game against the Nets due to a sprained right finger.

Turner exited the game briefly in the first half and eventually returned to action, but he won't be back for the second half of Monday's contest. The big man ends Monday's game with nine points (3-5 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, five blocks and one steal across 14 minutes. The Pacers will turn to Jalen Smith and Isaiah Jackson to cover his minutes at center for the rest of Monday's game, and until the team provides an update on Turner's condition, he'll be viewed as questionable for Wednesday's rematch with the Nets in Brooklyn.

Duren (tooth) has been ruled out for the remainder of Monday's game against Memphis, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports. He'll finish with zero points, one rebound, one assist, one steal and two turnovers in five minutes.

Duren wasn't cleared to return to the contest after he checked out of the game with 6:55 remaining in the first quarter upon having a tooth dislodged when he collided with the Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson. James Wiseman will likely cover most of the minutes at center for the rest of Monday's contest and would presumably start Wednesday's game in Atlanta if Duren is unable to play.

Duren is questionable to return Monday against the Grizzlies after having a tooth dislodged in a collision with Memphis' Jaren Jackson in the first quarter, Keith Langlois of the Pistons' official site reports.

Duren checked out of the game with 6:55 remaining in the quarter and immediately headed to the locker room to for further evaluation. If Duren is unable to return, James Wiseman would likely see most of the minutes at center for the rest of the game.

Lively is questionable for Tuesday's game against Golden State due to right knee soreness.

Lively was forced to exit Sunday's win over Houston in the first half after suffering a right leg injury, but he appears to have dodged any serious affliction. That being said, if he's unable to suit up Tuesday, Daniel Gafford could see an uptick from the 24.5 minute workload he has averaged across his last 10 appearances.

Duren left Monday's game against the Grizzlies in the first quarter to be evaluated in the locker room for an apparent injury, Mike Curtis of The Detroit News reports.

Duren appeared to be clutching at his mouth after taking an inadvertent hit to the face from Jaren Jackson. The Pistons should have an update on Duren's status for the rest of the game shortly.