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Quickley had 27 points (10-15 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 5-5 FT), two rebounds and 11 assists in 37 minutes during Saturday's 134-125 victory over the Wizards.

Quickley recorded just his sixth double-double of the season, taking full advantage of what was certainly a favorable matchup. He has now scored at least 20 points in three of his past four games, averaging 24.0 points, 6.0 assists and 3.5 three-pointers during that span. With Toronto looking to win as many games as possible down the stretch, Quickley should be able to flirt with top-50 value moving forward.

Mamukelashvili provided seven points (3-5 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds and one steal over 16 minutes during Saturday's 134-125 victory over the Wizards.

Mamukelashvili was limited again, despite the fact that Collin Murray-Boyles was sidelined with an ongoing thumb issue. While it has been mostly a productive season for Mamukelashvili, it appears as though his time as a standard league asset may have come to an end. He should at least remain on the radar, but as we approach the pointy end of the season, his nightly production just isn't cutting it.

Poeltl chipped in 18 points (7-7 FG, 4-5 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists, one block and three steals in 26 minutes before fouling out of Saturday's 134-125 victory over Washington.

Poeltl had arguably his best overall performance of the season, logging at least 26 minutes for the second straight game. The big man has dealt with back issues throughout the campaign, though he finally appears to be healthy. After being dropped in many leagues, and rightfully so, managers should check to see if he is somehow available. While the back could flare up again at any point, now is as good a time as ever to take a chance on a player who has been a proven top-70 asset in the past.

Miller recorded 26 points (9-19 FG, 6-12 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds and two assists across 33 minutes during Saturday's 109-93 victory over the Trail Blazers.

Miller led the Hornets with a game-high 26 points, reaching the 20-point threshold for a fourth consecutive contest. The third-year wing also turned in another efficient performance from beyond the arc and has knocked down multiple triples in four straight games as well. During that span, he has averaged 26.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, 5.5 three-pointers and 3.0 assists per contest while shooting 56.4 percent from downtown.

Richard won't return to Saturday's game against the Lakers due to a right ankle sprain. He'll finish with four points (2-3 FG), one rebound and one block in five minutes.

Richard shifted to a bench role Saturday and logged just under five minutes before spraining his ankle. With the rookie second-rounder sidelined, Gary Payton and Pat Spencer will likely help pick up the slack the rest of the way. Richard's status will be worth monitoring ahead of Monday's game against the Clippers.

Hinson will start Saturday's game against the Pelicans.

The two-way player will get the starting nod for the first time in his young NBA career, pushing John Konchar to the bench. Over three appearances so far this season, Hinson has averaged 8.7 points and 1.7 rebounds in 19.7 minutes per contest.

Konchar won't start against the Pelicans on Saturday.

With Lauri Markkanen (hip) unavailable, Konchar will retreat to the second unit in favor of Blake Hinson on Saturday. Over five appearances off the bench for Utah so far this season, Konchar has averaged 3.0 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.6 steals in 20.4 minutes per tilt.

Collier won't start Saturday's game against the Pelicans.

With Keyonte George (ankle) back in action, Collier will slide to the second unit. The second-year point guard has averaged 9.3 points, 6.7 assists, 2.4 rebounds and 0.9 steals in 23.3 minutes per game across 36 outings off the bench so far this season.

McGowens will start against the Jazz on Saturday.

With Dejounte Murray (reconditioning) sidelined, McGowens will get the starting nod Saturday. As a starter this season (12 games), he has averaged 9.3 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 27.3 minutes per contest.

Garland (toe), who has already been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pelicans, is expected to make his Clippers debut Monday at Golden State, Chris Haynes of NBA TV reports.

Before he was traded to the Clippers on Feb. 3, Garland hadn't played for the Cavaliers since Jan. 14. His absence was initially attributed to a right big toe sprain, though Clippers president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank has since relayed that Garland has healed from that injury and is receiving continued maintenance for the left big toe that he had surgically repaired in the offseason. After taking part in multiple scrimmages and practices over the past couple of weeks, however, Garland finally looks poised to make his Clippers debut in the second leg of a back-to-back set. Garland could slot into the starting five Monday, but expect the Clippers to manage his minutes to some degree.