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Josh Giddey's Elevated Play has OKC Thunder in Winning PositionOklahoma City is just a half-game back from the play-in game due to the elevated play of Josh Giddey and the young Thunder.
Isaiah Joe - Off injury reportJoe (illness) will be available for Sunday's game against the Nets.
ImpactJoe was a late scratch for Friday's game due to gastrointestinal symptoms, but he will be back in action Sunday. His return will mean fewer minutes are available for Aaron Wiggins and Tre Mann.
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Zach LaVine - Receives probable tagLaVine (hand) is probable for Sunday's game against Golden State, K.C. Johnson of NBC Sports Chicago reports.
ImpactSunday's tag marks the third straight contest LaVine has been probable for due to a right hand contusion. Considering he has suited up and logged more than 35 minutes in both games, fantasy managers should expect to have LaVine in their lineups Sunday. However, it would be worthwhile to check in closer to the 3:30 PM ET tip for confirmation.
JANUARY 14, 2023•ROTOWIRE
DeMar DeRozan - Nabs questionable designationDeRozan (quad) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Warriors.
ImpactDeRozan missed the previous two contests while working his way back from a quad strain, and his status for Sunday remains up in the air. Should he miss another tilt, Alex Caruso would likely make another appearance in the starting lineup.
JANUARY 14, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Tony Bradley - Questionable SundayBradley (COVID-19 protocols) is questionable for Sunday's matchup with the Warriors, K.C. Johnson of NBC Sports Chicago reports.
ImpactBradley has missed five consecutive games due to COVID-19 protocols and is at risk of missing a sixth. However, he plays a minimal role with the Bulls, so his status will not have much impact on the team's rotation.
JANUARY 14, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Praise for Joel Embiid, Doc RiversOklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had nothing but praise for Doc Rivers and Joel Embiid.
JANUARY 14, 2023•STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Nikola Vucevic - Another double-doubleVucevic totaled 19 points (9-14 FG, 1-4 3Pt), 11 rebounds, four assists and one steal in 39 minutes during Friday's 124-110 loss to Oklahoma City.
ImpactVucevic has been playing well of late and has handled the responsibility of being the team's second-best scorer quite well, as DeMar DeRozan (quadriceps) has now missed two games in a row. Vucevic is making his presence felt on both ends of the court, posting six double-doubles and one triple-double across seven January appearances. He's averaging 18.6 points, 13.4 rebounds and 4.1 assists per game this month.
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