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Lively provided 16 points (8-9 FG), 16 rebounds, two assists and one block across 35 minutes during Monday's 120-113 victory over the Grizzlies.

Lively enjoyed a very efficient shooting performance, but his best work came on the boards, where he tied a career-best mark with 16 rebounds. The rookie is in the midst of the best stretch of his blossoming season, averaging 14.0 points and 11.3 rebounds over his past four games. He's added 3.0 blocks per contest in that span as he continues to grow into a force in the frontcourt.

Drummond closed Monday's 133-129 overtime loss to the Bucks with nine points (3-12 FG, 3-3 FT), 16 rebounds, one assist and one steal in 14 minutes.

Drummond was a beast on the boards, hauling in a season-high 16 rebounds in just 14 minutes. Despite playing no more than 15 minutes in four of the past five games, he is averaging an incredible 11.0 rebounds during that time. He doesn't do enough to be considered a must-roster player, but if you simply need an injection of rebounds, Drummond could be an option.

Sims produced two points (1-2 FG), seven rebounds and one assist in 21 minutes during Monday's 136-130 win over the Raptors.

Sims moved into the starting lineup, replacing Mitchell Robinson (ankle), who looks set to miss at least two months of action. Despite starting, Sims was outplayed by Isaiah Hartenstein. It seems that the Knicks are going to continue with Sims as the starter, making him someone to consider in deeper formats.

Hartenstein amassed 11 points (4-7 FG, 3-4 FT), eight rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals over 27 minutes during Monday's 136-130 win over the Raptors.

Despite coming off the bench, Hartenstein logged 27 minutes at center, delivering another well-rounded performance. With Mitchell Robinson (ankle) set to miss at least eight weeks, Hartenstein was seen as the likely starter moving forward. In true Tom Thibodeau style, Jericho Sims was given the starting nod, although he saw just 21 minutes. Based on what we know about the respective players, Hartenstein should probably be picked up in most leagues.

Turner amassed 23 points (10-15 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-6 FT), eight rebounds, one assist, three blocks and one steal over 31 minutes during Monday's 131-123 win over Detroit.

On a night when Tyrese Haliburton scored only 14 points, Turner and Bennedict Mathurin (30 points, 10-17 FG) picked up the slack. Turner's scoring is on par with his career-best output from last season, and his shot volume is at an all-time high through 21 games. However, it's worth noting Turner has limped to 31.9 percent shooting on 4.5 three-point attempts per game this season, including just 20.9 percent over his last 11 games.

Boucher has been ruled out for the remainder of Monday's game against the Knicks after suffering a left thigh bruise in the second half, Eric Koreen of The Athletic reports.

Boucher was in a funk prior to exiting the contest, missing all four of his three-point attempts and struggling inside against a shorthanded Knicks frontcourt. Precious Achiuwa will step up in his absence, while Jalen McDaniels could also be re-introduced to the rotation.

Ayton (knee) will not play Monday against the Clippers, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Ayton joins Jerami Grant (concussion) and Malcolm Brogdon (knee) as inactive for the shorthanded Trail Blazers on Monday. Duop Reath and Ibou Badji will be Ayton's direct replacements at center, while Kris Murray and Jabari Walker could see 20-minute roles in the frontcourt as well.

Biyombo will come off the bench for Monday's game against Dallas, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Biyombo has started in all 15 of his appearances for the Grizzlies this season, but Memphis will change it up Monday. Jaren Jackson and Santi Aldama will anchor the frontcourt against an undersized Dallas team, with Biyombo and Xavier Tillman coming off the bench. Biyombo is averaging 21.0 minutes across his past three games.

Sims is in the starting lineup for Monday's game against Toronto, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Sims will make his first start of the season after logging just 25 total minutes across nine appearances thus far. Monday marks the beginning of Mitchell Robinson's 8-to-10 week absence due to ankle surgery, while Isaiah Hartenstein is active but will remain with the second unit. Sims' athleticism and rim-running style would constitute a new twist to the Knicks' offense, but it's unclear if he can provide sustainable two-way play in a larger role.

Richards will start Monday's game against the Heat.

With Mark Williams (back) sidelined again, Richards will draw another start. When Richards has played at least 18 minutes this season (nine times), he's averaged 11.2 points, 8.1 rebounds and 1.3 blocks per game.