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Brown provided 20 points (7-13 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 34 minutes during Wednesday's 114-109 victory over Indiana.

Brown delivered an efficient scoring performance while making a substantial impact on the glass, collecting four offensive rebounds. He also contributed a steal and a block, though his five turnovers were a blemish on an otherwise productive outing. Brown's ability to complement Philadelphia's other scoring threats with strong rebounding should help sustain his fantasy value.

Ament logged eight points (2-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds, one block and one steal in 20 minutes during Wednesday's 132-100 loss to the Rockets.

While the rookie first-rounder's playing time may have been slightly inflated by Wednesday's blowout, it's encouraging to see the rebuilding Bucks already place an emphasis on getting Ament on the floor in some capacity. It's worth mentioning veterans Caris LeVert and Gary Trent have yet to take the court for Milwaukee this season.

Maxey finished Wednesday's 114-109 victory over the Pacers with 27 points (8-18 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 8-9 FT), five rebounds, four assists and one steal in 36 minutes.

Maxey took over down the stretch, scoring 17 points in the fourth quarter and knocking down two three-pointers in the final 90 seconds to help Philadelphia secure the comeback victory. The dynamic guard led the 76ers in scoring and continued to shoulder a significant offensive workload despite sharing the floor with several established stars. His combination of scoring volume, perimeter shooting and heavy minutes makes him a dependable fantasy option.

Miller contributed four points (2-3 FG), seven rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal over 17 minutes during Wednesday's 103-87 loss to the Lakers.

Miller saw some garbage-time action on a night when none of the Clippers' starters reached the 30-minute mark. The rookie second-rounder could carve out a larger role in the frontcourt at some point down the line, but Isaiah Jackson and Brook Lopez should dominate the center minutes for the foreseeable future.

Alexander-Walker amassed 23 points (8-18 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one steal across 32 minutes during Wednesday's 129-117 loss to the Heat.

Alexander-Walker was one of Atlanta's primary offensive contributors, matching Kingston Flemings for the team lead in scoring while connecting on five three-pointers. The veteran guard accounted for nearly a third of the Hawks' made triples, providing a valuable boost in points and perimeter shooting. His substantial playing time and willingness to fire from deep give him fantasy appeal, particularly in formats that reward three-point production.

Hardaway provided 14 points (6-10 FG, 2-3 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist and two blocks across 22 minutes during Wednesday's 129-117 victory over the Hawks.

Hardaway provided an efficient scoring punch off the bench, connecting on six of his 10 attempts while adding an unexpected pair of blocks. The veteran sharpshooter has a defined role as a perimeter scoring option for Miami, though his contributions outside of points and three-pointers are typically limited. His fantasy value is strongest in deeper leagues that need additional scoring and perimeter shooting.

Portis notched 11 points (5-11 FG, 1-5 3Pt), nine rebounds, four assists, one block and two steals across 23 minutes during Wednesday's 129-117 victory over the Hawks.

Portis made his presence felt across several categories despite struggling from beyond the arc. The veteran forward finished one rebound shy of a double-double while contributing three defensive statistics, making this a productive outing in limited minutes. His ability to provide rebounding and complementary scoring off the bench should help maintain his fantasy appeal, though Miami's crowded frontcourt could limit his ceiling.

Collins posted four points (2-8 FG, 0-3 3Pt) and two rebounds across 18 minutes during Wednesday's 97-89 victory over the Hornets.

Collins endured a rough shooting performance, missing all three attempts from beyond the arc while failing to contribute any assists or defensive statistics. The veteran forward also committed four personal fouls, which contributed to his limited playing time. His lack of production is concerning for fantasy managers, particularly if his minutes remain inconsistent.

Kalkbrenner provided one point (1-2 FT), one rebound, one assist, one block and one steal in 13 minutes during Wednesday's 97-89 loss to Detroit.

Kalkbrenner played a limited role off the bench, attempting no field goals while contributing modest defensive production. Moussa Diabate handled the bulk of the minutes at center, logging 35 minutes compared to Kalkbrenner's 13. The second-year big man's restricted workload makes him difficult to trust in standard fantasy formats, though his shot-blocking ability could provide some value in deeper leagues.

The Nets exercised Saraf's third-year team option for the 2027-28 season, Sharif Phillips-Keaton of USA Today reports Thursday.

Brooklyn will retain Saraf for another season as the young guard continues his development. The decision reflects the organization's commitment to evaluating its recent draft investments, though it doesn't signal any immediate change in his playing time. Saraf will need to establish a consistent rotation role before becoming a reliable fantasy contributor.