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Wiseman totaled 11 points (5-6 FG, 1-2 FT), four rebounds and one assist over 14 minutes during Tuesday's 126-120 loss to the Hawks.

Wiseman posted a season-high 11 points while matching his most minutes played. The 22-year-old was needed to combat the size of Atlanta's frontcourt, especially with Jalen Duren (ankle) still out. Injury woes in Detroit have not led to relevant production from Wiseman, so he remains off most fantasy radars.

Bagley notched 22 points (9-12 FG, 4-4 FT), 11 rebounds, one assist and one block in 30 minutes during Tuesday's 126-120 loss to the Hawks.

Bagley notched his first double-double since March of last season, while also logging a season-high 30 minutes. He has firmly beaten out James Wiseman for minutes and serves a fantasy relevant role while Jalen Duren (ankle) misses time.

Gobert finished Tuesday's 104-101 victory over the Warriors with nine points (2-8 FG, 5-6 FT), 13 rebounds, three blocks and two assists across 35 minutes.

Gobert was involved in some drama early in the contest when he ran toward a fight between Klay Thompson and Jaden McDaniels less than two minutes in the first quarter, only to be put in a headlock by Draymond Green. Officials determined Gobert was acting as a mediator, allowing him to stay in the game while all of Green, Thompson and McDaniels were ejected. Gobert proceeded to lead players from both sides in rebounds and turned in his second straight game of at least three blocks. After a disappointing first season in Minnesota in 2022-23, Gobert has started to resemble the player who was a three-time Defensive Player of the Year with the Jazz. He's averaging 12.8 boards and 2.3 blocks per game through 10 contests, well up from his 2022-23 averages (11.6, 1.4).

Towns finished with 33 points (12-26 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists and two steals over 42 minutes during Tuesday's 104-101 win over the Warriors.

The 33 points were a season-high total for Towns, who is rounding into form after a sluggish start to the campaign. He's notched double-doubles in each of his last three contests, averaging 27.7 points and 12.3 rebounds in those contests to go with 3.3 three-pointers, 2.3 assists and 1.3 steals while hitting all 11 of his free-throw attempts. Towns' surge has played a major part in the Timberwolves' 8-2 start to the campaign.

Zubac accumulated nine points (2-8 FG, 5-6 FT), 13 rebounds, three assists and one block over 26 minutes during Tuesday's 111-108 loss to the Nuggets.

Opposing centers should never expect much when they line up opposite Nikola Jokic, but Zubac was able to collect his share of boards. Zubac's single-digit scoring total isn't out of the ordinary, as he's failed to reach double-digits six times over 10 games. The scoring deficiency inhibits his ability to record double-doubles, which somewhat limits his fantasy upside.

Jokic logged 32 points (8-23 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 14-14 FT), 16 rebounds, nine assists and one steal in 36 minutes during Tuesday's 111-108 victory over the Clippers.

Even while star point guard Jamal Murray (hamstring) has missed the last four games, Jokic continues to carry the Nuggets to the victory column. The two-time MVP isn't getting much aid from his supporting cast, as the bench only managed 22 points during Tuesday's victory. Over the four games without Murray, Jokic has averaged 34.5 points, 16.0 rebounds, 9.3 assists, 1.8 three-pointers, 1.3 steals and 0.8 blocked shots.

Wagner ended Tuesday's 124-104 loss to the Nets with 11 points (3-4 FG, 5-6 FT), six rebounds and four assists across 21 minutes.

Wagner continues to play meaningful minutes off the bench, scoring in double figures for the seventh consecutive game. Despite the consistent offensive production, his playing time is hovering around 20 minutes per night, capping his overall fantasy appeal. Until Wendell Carter (finger) returns, Wagner should be considered a viable streaming option for anyone needing a cheap offensive-minded center.

Looney will come off the bench for Tuesday's game against Minnesota, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.

Dario Saric is getting the starting nod Tuesday, as the Warriors are opting for more spacing on offense. Looney figures to have a big role with the second unit considering the size of Minnesota's frontcourt.

Len underwent an MRI on Tuesday that revealed he suffered a moderate high ankle sprain in Monday's game versus the Cavaliers, and he will be ruled out for Wednesday's matchup with the Lakers, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

It wouldn't be surprising for Len to miss additional time due to his ankle injury, but his earliest opportunity to suit up will be Friday's contest against the Spurs. JaVale McGee will likely serve as Sacramento's backup center behind Domantas Sabonis in Len's absence.

Embiid (hip) will play Tuesday against Indiana, Kyle Neubeck of AllPHLY.com reports.

Embiid will suit up for a night of In-Season Tournament action Tuesday. He is joined by Tyrese Maxey, De'Anthony Melton, Robert Covington and Tobias Harris in the starting lineup.