Javon Small

Morant's extended absence should open up new opportunities for Jaylen Wells, Cam Spencer and Vince Williams, though Wells is the preferred add. Javon Small could get a boost off the bench once he's back in action, but he's not worth a look outside of deep leagues.

Small initially suffered a turf toe injury in his left foot in a November 8 G League game between the Memphis Hustle and Mexico City Capitanes and has not played since. His absence does not impact fantasy basketball, especially with starting point guard Ja Morant being healthy. Cam Spencer and Vince Williams Jr. have shared the backup responsibilities, and that will remain the case until Ty Jerome returns from injury.

This will be a fourth straight absence for Small, but with Ja Morant healthy, Small's role will be insignificant when he is healthy. Cam Spencer has been filling the reserve point guard minutes.