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Amare Stoudemire - F/C - Knicks

Amare Stoudemire (toe) said he "should be able to go" for the Knicks' next game on Wednesday.
The best news is that this injury has nothing to do with Amare's once-troublesome knees -- he sprained his right big toe on Friday night when he collided with Ron Artest and is dealing with severe soreness. Stoudemire is far from a lock to play Wednesday with the All-Star break so close, but it sounds like major injury has been avoided. We will know more after practice on Monday and Tuesday. Feb. 13 - 9:21 a.m. ET
Source: ESPN New York
 

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Kevin Durant - F - Thunder

Following Saturday night's win over the Kings, Kevin Durant (ankle) said he "hopefully" will be able to play in Sunday night's game against the Warriors.
Durant twisted his ankle in the third quarter last night but was able to finish despite some discomfort. "If it was hurt too much I would have came out the game," Durant said. Ankle sprains often get worse the next day, so we'd still consider the NBA's leading scorer questionable for tonight's dream matchup in Golden State. We likely won't know his official status until about 7 p.m. ET. Feb. 13 - 9:48 a.m. ET
Source: Oklahoman
 

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Michael Beasley - F - Timberwolves

Michael Beasley (ankle) said he was almost pain-free when he awoke Saturday morning.
Beasley plans on testing his sprained ankle in practice Sunday before deciding if he'll play Monday against the Blazers. He previously hinted that he would sit out through the break, so owners should be skeptical here. We should know more after Sunday's workout. Feb. 13 - 10:13 a.m. ET
Source: Minneapolis Star-Tribune
 

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<TABLE width="100%" align=center><TBODY><TR><TD class=vaLabel vAlign=top rowSpan=5 width=100 align=middle> </TD></TR><TR vAlign=top><TD class=subHead vAlign=top colSpan=3>Zach Randolph (ankle) ready to go on Sunday </TD></TR><TR vAlign=top><TD class=vaLabel colSpan=3>Zach Randolph - F/C - MEM - Feb. 13 - 11:44 a.m. ET</B> </TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top colSpan=3>Zach Randolph (ankle) went through a full practice Saturday and says he will play against the Nuggets Sunday.
Randolph sat out Friday's game with soreness in his ankle, giving Darrell Arthur a start. It will likely be just a little speedbump in the midst of a hot streak as we'd expect a full complement of minutes tonight. Z-Bo is averaging 20.6 points and 13.8 rebounds a night over his last 10 games.
Source: Memphis Commercial Appeal
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DeMarcus Cousins - F/C - Kings

With GM Geoff Petrie not expected back in Sacramento until late this afternoon, DeMarcus Cousins is expected to miss Sunday's game against the Suns.
Cousins has been instructed to meet Petrie at the Kings' practice facility once the GM returns from a scouting trip. After that, we're expecting a statement and discipline to be handed down. Meanwhile, the rest of the team is in Phoenix getting ready for tonight's game.
Feb. 13 - 1:55 p.m. ET
Source: Jason Jones on Twitter
 

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Brandon Bass - F - Magic

Brandon Bass will play for the Magic on Sunday but is not expected to start.
Ryan Anderson will get the nod over Bass today, though Bass will likely see his share of minutes. Of the two, Anderson is the one who holds the most value regardless of who starts, though the return of Bass will likely eat into his upside. Feb. 13 - 2:10 p.m. ET
Source: Orlando Sentinel
 

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Paul Pierce - G/F - Celtics

After Sundays game the Celtics announced that Paul Pierce will have an MRI on his left foot on Monday.
There's no word from the team regarding any injury as of yet but this may help explain Pierce's awful shooting performance (0-of-10) against the Heat. The Celtics play next against the Nets on Wednesday so there is certainly the possibility of Pierce getting the game off if anything shows up. Feb. 13 - 5:27 p.m. ET
Source: Chris Forsberg on Twitter
 

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Al Thornton - F - Wizards

Al Thornton (finger) will be in the lineup for the Wizards on Sunday when they play against Cleveland.
With Rashard Lewis (knee) out, Thornton has opportunity to have a big game. His track record isn't promising but if you're a gambling person hoping to get a bit lucky, there are worse options out there. Feb. 13 - 5:20 p.m. ET
 

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Rashard Lewis - F - Wizards

Rashard Lewis will miss Sunday's game against the Cavs due to knee tendinitis.
Al Thornton may see the bulk of his minutes but don't be surprised to see Cartier Martin get his share as well. Neither players are particularly appealing plays even with the increased run. Feb. 13 - 5:18 p.m. ET
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Wired: Is Thornton ready?

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Sasha Vujacic – Nets

The kid has been hot since I cut him a week ago, scoring 25, 10 and 15 points in his last three games while hitting eight threes, collecting four steals and two blocks. I don't know how long his run is going to last, but he clearly enjoys playing for Avery Johnson.

Sam Young – Grizzlies

Young has been on this list lately but hasn't gone away. He's hit double figures in eight of his last nine games, all starts at shooting guard, and is averaging 16.5 points along with nearly four boards, two assists, two steals and a block in his six February games. Even when O.J. Mayo returns, it looks like Young may have won the starting job for good the rest of the way. Tony Allen remains a sneaky source of steals and blocks, but Young is a much more reliable option at this point.

Shaun Livingston – Bobcats

I'm sure you've heard about his big line on Saturday night by now, when he had a season-high 22 points while D.J. Augustin sat on the bench, kept his slump warm and watched the guy with one knee go nuts. I have no idea if DJA's slump is permanent or not, nor do I know if Livingston is actually going to get enough run to be an important fantasy pickup. What we do know is that Augustin will start again on Monday against the Lakers, but could be on a short leash if these events don't motivate him. If you have someone you want to cut and Livingston is available, he's worth a flier. Just keep in mind that he doesn't hit threes or steal the ball, and could go down with a serious injury at any moment. Additionally, I am not recommending that DJA be cut. Period.

Jodie Meeks – Sixers

Meeks has had a bit of an up and down season, but he's up again right now. He's scored between 12 and 17 points in seven of his last nine games and has hit 22 threes over that stretch. That's about all he's good for, but he's been getting it done for the last two weeks.

Leandro Barbosa – Raptors

Barbosa hasn't done a whole lot since his return from a nasty hamstring injury, but he was ballin' before he went down and should start producing again soon. In his seven January games prior to his injury, he was averaging 15 points, two rebounds, three assists, nearly two steals and two threes per game, and I see no reason why he won't get back to that form before long.

Jose Juan Barea – Mavericks

JJB has been nice for a couple weeks and is averaging 15 points, four assists and 1.7 3-pointers in February. Will he keep it going when Roddy Beaubois finally returns? I have no idea, but he's playing well enough to be given a look in all leagues, and has hit double figures in scoring in six of his last seven games.

George Hill – Spurs

Hill made a random start for the Spurs on Saturday as Gregg Popovich mixed up his starting lineup for the first time all year. However, it looks like Manu Ginobili will return to the starting five for his next one. But as the Spurs start to rest their guys as they coast toward the playoffs, Hill is a player who could rack up some points and threes for you in future. But at this point, he's only a deep-league add.

Marcus Thornton – Hornets

After a DNP-CD and a bunch of nothing recently, Thornton blew up for a season-high 24 points on Saturday. He's done this before and I don't trust that Monty Williams is ready to roll with him, but if you've had your eye on him, now's the time to grab him until we see what happens. But only if you have someone you want to get rid of. Willie Green is starting and is also worth a look, but I get the sense that he's been playing over his head.

Will Bynum – Pistons

If Tracy McGrady goes down, or continues to slump badly, Bynum is the guy you'll want to grab. He had six points in his last one, but scored 17 and 21 in his previous two. Just keep an eye on him and pounce if T-Mac drops.

Dahntay Jones – Pacers

This is a deep-league special, as he's not consistent enough to own in most leagues. But he's had some nice games for new coach Frank Vogel, scoring 19, 11 and 18 points in three of his last five games, but he doesn't do much else.

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Carlos Delfino – Bucks

Corey Maggette went down on Saturday with a back injury and, of course, we don't know the severity of the injury yet. But if he's going to miss time, Delfino will quickly become relevant again. He scores, hits threes and does enough of everything else to be owned in all leagues if Maggette is out. Stay tuned.

Peja Stojakovic – Mavericks

He's starting at small forward and had 22 points and four threes on Saturday. I grabbed him in a deep league and plan on riding him until his body and back break down again, which is bound to happen. But as long as he's healthy and starting, he's probably worth owning in many leagues.

Omri Casspi – Kings

He's starting at small forward and has had six or more rebounds in 11 straight games, scoring in double figures in seven of those. He's not a must-own player, but if you need boards and threes, he could be your man.

Austin Daye – Pistons

Daye has shown some life lately, averaging 10 points, four boards, nearly a steal, a block and two threes per game in February. He'll have plenty of bad nights coming off the bench, but is getting enough run to be given a look in most leagues.

Brandon Bass – Magic

Bass returned on Sunday and had six points and eight boards. He should hurt Ryan Anderson and could be a decent source of double-doubles with some blocks once he's back in the flow. As for Anderson, I'm reluctant to drop him since he was playing so well when Bass was healthy, but he's been frustrating to own over the last 10 days.

Derrick Favors – Nets

Favors had nine points, 14 boards, a steal and a block on Saturday and continues to start over Kris Humphries. He was blasted by Avery Johnson recently, which could end up motivating him, but he'll be inconsistent, as usual. He's not a must-own player, and Humps is actually more reliable for now. But Favors is a player I'd add if he gets hot in three straight games.

Paul George – Pacers

George isn't killing it for fantasy owners, but has been playing well enough to be held in many leagues. He's averaging 10 points, four boards and nearly a steal and 3-pointer per game in February, but will also be inconsistent coming off the bench. He does enough in several categories to be given a serious look going forward.

Josh McRoberts – Pacers

McBob is starting for Indy and is averaging close to 10 points, six boards and three assists in February. He'll also occasionally contribute some threes and blocks, but is not a must-own player yet. But I would rather own him than Tyler Hansbrough, who is coming off the bench.

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DeJuan Blair – Spurs

Blair has finally arrived and should continue to log serious minutes as the Spurs roll into the playoffs. He's averaging 14 points, 11 boards, 1.6 steals, 0.9 blocks and is shooting 54 percent in February. At this point, he's as must-own as they come.

Chuck Hayes – Rockets

Hayes has somehow had value for a couple months and is averaging 11 points, 9.5 boards, 2.5 assists, 1.8 steals and 0.8 blocks in February. He's also shooting lights our and making some free throws, and is another guy who should be owned in most leagues.

Greg Monroe – Pistons

Monroe is averaging 11 points, 8.5 boards and nearly a steal and block per game in February, despite the return of Ben Wallace. He's probably not available in your league, but is worth grabbing if he is sitting out there.

Kendrick Perkins – Celtics

Perk is back and is averaging eight points, 10 boards and 1.6 blocks in February. He's the only healthy center the Celtics have right now and should get better as the season rolls to a close.

DeAndre Jordan – Clippers

Jordan broke out of a funk recently and has averaged 12 points, eight boards and a block over his last two games. The return of Chris Kaman isn't going to help, but I'd still rather own DJ over Kaman for now.

Andris Biedrins – Warriors

Biedrins had two terrible games against the Suns in the past week and there's still talk about Ekpe Udoh replacing him in the starting lineup in the near future. However, when he's played well lately, he's been good enough to own in fantasy leagues. He's had 10 or more boards in four of his last seven games, and has blocked nine shots over that stretch. He's not an auto-start player at this point, but if you're desperate for a center, he's worth a look.

Samuel Dalembert – Kings

Sammy D has been very unpredictable and will start on Sunday after DeMarcus Cousins freaked out and got into a fight with Donte Greene on the team flight after Saturday's game. He's averaging 8.6 points, 7.6 rebounds and 1.2 blocks in February, but is still usually coming off the bench behind Jason Thompson. Again, he's worth holding in most leagues, but is not an auto-start.

Kwame Brown – Bobcats

Kwame missed some time for personal reasons recently and has cooled off a bit. He's averaging seven points, seven boards and a less than a block per game in February, but is still worth a look if you need a center in a deep league.

Ekpe Udoh – Warriors

There is talk that Udoh is going to eventually become a starter, or at least see a boost in minutes so the Warriors can see what they have in their young big man. He qualifies as a prospective add at this point, but I obviously wouldn't cut a solid player for him. But it's possible that he's starting and putting up decent big-man numbers two weeks from now. Just keep an eye on him.
 

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