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Heat's Duncan Robinson (back) probable on Friday
Miami Heat forward Duncan Robinson (back) is probable for Friday's Play-In game against the Chicago Bulls.
Robinson is listed as probable for Friday's must-win game against Chicago.
Robinson is averaging 12.9 points, 2.5 rebounds, 2.8 assists, and 21.5 FanDuel points per game this season.
Heat's Terry Rozier (neck) out again on Friday
Miami Heat point guard Terry Rozier (neck) has been ruled out of Friday's Play-In game against the Chicago Bulls.
Rozier continues to deal with a neck injury and will remain sidelined for Friday's must-win game against the Bulls.
Rozier is averaging 19.8 points, 4.0 rebounds, 5.6 assists, and 35.4 FanDuel points per game this season.
Bulls' Andre Drummond (ankle) questionable for Friday
Chicago Bulls center Andre Drummond is questionable for Friday's play-in game against the Miami Heat due to a left ankle sprain.
The Bulls held Drummond out for the final four games of the regular season, but he returned and provided 11 bench minutes in Wednesday's win over the Atlanta Hawks. Drummond should be fine for a similar role on Friday in Miami.
numberFire's models project Drummond for 8.0 minutes and 10.4 FanDuel points on Friday.
Ayo Dosunmu (quad) uncertain for Bulls play-in Friday
Chicago Bulls guard/forward Ayo Dosunmu is questionable for Friday's play-in game against the Miami Heat due to right quadricep contusions.
The Bulls held Dosunmu out for the final four games of the regular season, but he returned and played 41 minutes in Wednesday's win over the Atlanta Hawks. Alex Caruso is also listed as questionable after spraining his ankle in the contest, so Dosunmu could be leaned on for even more minutes versus the Heat.
numberFire's models project Dosunmu for 36.0 minutes and 26.0 FanDuel points on Friday if Caruso is active.
Alex Caruso (foot) questionable Friday for Chicago play-in
Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso is questionable for Friday's play-in game against the Miami Heat due to a left ankle sprain.
Caruso was a regular on the Bulls injury report throughout the regular season, but he reportedly suffered a "significant" ankle sprain in Wednesday's win over the Atlanta Hawks. If Caruso is unavailable for Friday's elimination game, there will be more minutes available for Javonte Green, Dalen Terry, and Torrey Craig.
numberFire's models project Caruso for 37.0 minutes and 31.4 FanDuel points on Friday.
Kawhi Leonard (knee) could return Game 1 for Clippers
Los Angeles Clippers guard/forward Kawhi Leonard (knee) is uncertain for Game 1 of the first round against the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday.
Leonard was sidelined for the last eight games of the regular season with a knee injury. According to Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium, there is "cautious optimism" that Leonard will be able to return for Game 1 on Sunday. Amir Coffey, Terance Mann, and Russell Westbrook will have fewer opportunities if Leonard is active.
numberFire's models project Kawhi for 34.9 minutes and 39.2 FanDuel points in Game 1 on Sunday.
Jimmy Butler (knee) likely out multiple weeks for Heat
Miami Heat guard/forward Jimmy Butler (knee) is expected to be out for several weeks with a right MCL injury, reports Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN.
Butler suffered the injury in Wednesday's loss to the Philadelphia 76ers. He will be inactive for Friday's Play-In Tournament game against the Chicago Bulls, but if the Heat advance, Butler could return at some point in the playoffs. Jaime Jaquez Jr. is the favorite to replace Butler in the starting lineup and play a larger role. There should also be more opportunities for Tyler Herro, Haywood Highsmith, Caleb Martin, and Kevin Love.
numberFire's models project JJJ for 26.7 minutes and 21.1 FanDuel points on Friday. Herro is projected for 34.1 minutes and 32.7 FanDuel points in the elimination game.
Chicago's Andre Drummond (ankle) active on Wednesday
Chicago Bulls center Andre Drummond (ankle) is available for Wednesday's Play-in game against the Atlanta Hawks.
After missing three games with an ankle sprain, Drummond will return on Wednesday night. In a matchup versus an Atlanta team giving up 55.6 FanDuel points per game to centers, our models project Drummond to score 9.2 FanDuel points.
Drummond's current projection includes 3.3 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 0.2 assists.
Atlanta's Bruno Fernando operating in bench role on Wednesday
Atlanta Hawks power forward Bruno Fernando is not starting in Wednesday's Play-in lineup against the Chicago Bulls.
Fernando will come off Atlanta's bench after Clint Capela was named Wednesday's starting center. In 19.0 expected minutes, our models project Fernando to score 19.1 FanDuel points.
Fernando's current projection includes 6.3 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.4 assists.
Hawks starting Clint Capela (rest) on Wednesday, Bruno Fernando to second unit
Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (rest) is starting in Wednesday's Play-in contest versus the Chicago Bulls.
Capela will take over as Atlanta's starting center after he was rested on Sunday. In a matchup against a Bulls' defense allowing 53.4 FanDuel points per game to the five position, our models project Capela to score 33.6 FanDuel points.
Capela's current projection includes 10.9 points, 12.4 rebounds, and 1.3 assists.
Javonte Green coming off Chicago's bench on Wednesday
Chicago Bulls shooting guard Javonte Green is not starting in Wednesday's Play-in contest against the Atlanta Hawks.
Green will have second unit responsibilities after Ayo Dosunmu was announced as part of Chicago's first unit. In 29.4 expected minutes, our models project Green to score 27.3 FanDuel points.
Green's current projection includes 12.2 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 1.5 assists.
Bulls starting Ayo Dosunmu (quad) on Wednesday, Javonte Green to bench
Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu (quad) is starting in Wednesday's Play-in lineup versus the Atlanta Hawks.
Dosunmu will have a first unit role after he was forced to miss four games with a quad contusion. In 36.4 expected minutes, our models project Dosunmu to score 27.6 FanDuel points.
Dosunmu's current projection includes 14.2 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 3.9 assists.
Chicago's Ayo Dosunmu (quad) available on Wednesday
Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu (quad) will play in Wednesday's Play-in game against the Atlanta Hawks.
Dosunmu will make his return to the court after he was inactive four games. In a matchup versus a Hawks' unit allowing 44.5 FanDuel points per game to his position, our models project Dosunmu to score 27.6 FanDuel points.
Dosunmu's current projection includes 14.2 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 3.9 assists.
Mo Bamba playing with 76ers' second unit on Wednesday
Philadelphia 76ers power Mo Bamba is not starting in Wednesday's Play-in game against the Miami Heat.
Bamba will have bench responsibilities after Joel Embiid was named Philadelphia's starting center.
In 388 minutes with today's inactives, Bamba is averaging 1.03 FanDuel points per minute and a 13.6% usage rate.
76ers starting Joel Embiid (injury recovery) on Wednesday, Mo Bamba to bench
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (injury recovery) is starting in Wednesday's Play-in lineup against the Miami Heat.
Embiid will operate in his normal starting role at center after he was listed as questionable. In a matchup versus a Heat unit allowing 48.2 FanDuel points per game to his position, our models project Embiid to score 54.9 FanDuel points.
Embiid's current projection includes 29.2 points, 11.0 rebounds, and 5.1 assists.
Joel Embiid (injury recovery) available for 76ers' Wednesday Play-in contest
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (injury recovery) will play in Wednesday's Play-in contest against the Miami Heat.
Embiid is active at home after he sat out on Sunday for injury recovery reasons. In 35.5 expected minutes, our models project Embiid to score 54.9 FanDuel points.
Embiid's current projection includes 29.2 points, 11.0 rebounds, and 5.1 assists.
Miami's Duncan Robinson (back) available on Wednesday
Miami Heat small forward Duncan Robinson (back) is active for Wednesday's Play-in game against the Philadelphia 76ers.
Robinson will suit up on the road after he was sidelined four games with left facet syndrome. In 14.7 expected minutes, our models project Robinson to score 10.4 FanDuel points.
Robinson's current projection includes 6.0 points, 1.4 rebounds, and 1.5 assists.
Pelicans' Zion Williamson (hamstring) out on Friday
New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (hamstring) has been ruled out of Friday's Play-In game against the Sacramento Kings.
Williamson suffered a hamstring injury in the final minutes of Tuesday's loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. He has been ruled out of Friday's must-win game against the Kings and is expected to miss time beyond that, if the Pelicans advance.
Before his injury on Tuesday, Williamson recorded 40 points, 11 rebounds, and 5 assists in 36.5 minutes played.
Jonathan Kuminga coming off Golden State's bench on Tuesday night
Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga is not starting in Tuesday's Play-in contest against the Sacramento Kings.
Kuminga will play with Golden State's second unit after Draymond Green was named Tuesday's starting forward. In 27.7 expected minutes, our models project Kuminga to score 25.2 FanDuel points.
Kuminga's current projection includes 13.5 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 2.3 assists.
Golden State's Draymond Green (knee) starting on Tuesday, Jonathan Kuminga to second unit
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (knee) is starting in Tuesday's Play-in contest against the Sacramento Kings.
Green will operate in his normal starting role after he sat out on Sunday with a right knee contusion. In 34.6 expected minutes, our models project Green to record 32.7 FanDuel points.
Green's current projection includes 7.6 points, 8.6 rebounds, and 7.4 assists.
Chris Paul playing in second unit role for Golden State on Tuesday night
Golden State Warriors point guard Chris Paul is not starting in Tuesday's Play-in lineup versus the Sacramento Kings.
CP3 will have bench responsibilities after Stephen Curry was included in the Warriors' starting five. In 22.4 expected minutes, our models project Paul to score 23.2 FanDuel points.
Paul's current projection includes 8.2 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 5.9 assists.
Warriors starting Stephen Curry (ankle) on Tuesday, Chris Paul to bench
Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (ankle) is starting in Tuesday's Play-in lineup against the Sacramento Kings.
Curry will take over Golden State's starting point guard role after he was inactive one game and Chris Paul was sent to the bench. In 36.8 expected minutes, our models project Curry to score 46.0 FanDuel points.
Curry's current projection includes 29.3 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 6.0 assists.
Lakers rule out Cam Reddish (ankle) on Tuesday
Los Angeles Lakers forward Cam Reddish (ankle) will not play in Tuesday's Play-In contest against the New Orleans Pelicans.
Reddish is not available in New Orleans after he was held out with a right ankle sprain. Expect Taurean Prince to see more minutes at the forward positions.
In 1075 minutes with Los Angeles' current inactives, Prince is averaging 0.69 FanDuel points per minute and a 14.6% usage rate.
Anthony Davis (back) will play in Lakers' Tuesday Play-in matchup
Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis (back) is active for Tuesday's Play-in contest against the New Orleans Pelicans.
Davis will suit up in a revenge matchup despite leaving early on Sunday with back spasms. In 39.5 expected minutes, our models project Davis to record 55.8 FanDuel points.
Davis' current projection includes 24.1 points, 14.6 rebounds, and 3.4 assists.
LeBron James (ankle) available for Lakers on Tuesday
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (ankle) is active for Tuesday's Play-in contest against the New Orleans Pelicans.
James was always expected to play in today's important rematch after he was listed as probable. In 39.7 expected minutes, our models project James to score 50.0 FanDuel points.
James' current projection includes 25.2 points, 8.7 rebounds, and 8.1 assists.
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