Lonzo Ball

Proctor will not be available for Friday's game, but his absence does not significantly affect fantasy basketball. With Lonzo Ball available, the rookie wing picked up a DNP-CD in Wednesday's loss to the Trail Blazers.

Friday's game is the first of two in as many nights for the Cavaliers, who host the Warriors on Saturday. Garland's absence opens up a spot in the starting lineup, which Lonzo Ball could fill since he's available. He's worth streaming in deep leagues when given this role, but the fantasy ceiling is limited.

Ball is back after a two-game absence, and he'll provide additional depth on the perimeter behind starting Darius Garland. With Garland available, Ball is in a spot where he offers limited fantasy value.

Ball has missed Cleveland's last two games, freeing up additional minutes for Craig Porter Jr. and Tyrese Proctor. However, they also benefitted from the absence of Darius Garland on Monday, so even fewer minutes will be available to Porter and Proctor if Ball plays.

The Cavaliers will start their preferred five on Friday, with Garland, Hunter and Allen back in the fold. Their returns push Lonzo Ball, Jaylon Tyson and Larry Nance Jr. to the bench, although Allen's minutes may be restricted due to the amount of time he's missed.