Minnesota Timberwolves forward Terrence Shannon Jr. (foot) will miss Monday against Memphis, extending his absence to 20 straight games as he continues to recover from a left foot strain with no clear return date. Shannon's role was already limited before the injury, as he averaged five points and one rebound in 13 minutes across 22 appearances, mostly off the bench. His continued absence keeps fringe minutes available, with Jaylen Clark logging 17 minutes and Bones Hyland seeing 12 minutes in the last game. Clark and Hyland remain fringe rotation pieces, offering little fantasy appeal without a clear bump in playing time.

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Cason Wallace (active) and center Isaiah Hartenstein (minutes restriction) both returned to the starting lineup Sunday as injuries continued to reshape the rotation. Wallace capitalized in a big way, erupting for 27 points, seven three-pointers, six rebounds, and two steals in 30 minutes, firmly planting himself on the standard-league radar. Hartenstein, still ramping up from injury, logged four points, five rebounds, one assist, and one steal in 22 minutes alongside Chet Holmgren. With Jalen Williams (hamstring), Ajay Mitchell (abdomen), and Alex Caruso (adductor) still out, Wallace looks locked into a featured role, while Hartenstein profiles as a hold with upside as his minutes climb.

Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (active) erupted for a career-high 40 points in Sunday's win over Portland, adding 17 rebounds, five assists, four blocks, and two steals in 30 minutes. The outburst came with Evan Mobley (calf) and Darius Garland (toe) both sidelined, opening the door for Allen to shoulder a larger offensive load. With Mobley still out, Allen's usage and rebounding floor remain elevated, making him an elite must-start in all formats. Donovan Mitchell continues to benefit from the inside-out balance, while Garland's eventual return and Mobley's health are the primary risks to Allen sustaining peak-level production.

Memphis Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. (toe) will remain out Monday against Minnesota as he continues to recover from left big toe surgery performed in October. Pippen has yet to make his season debut, though recent work with the team's G League affiliate suggests a return may be approaching. His continued absence has solidified Ty Jerome's role, and Jerome posted 20 points, six assists, and one steal in 20 minutes last game while shooting 50 percent from the field. Based on his production profile from last season, Jerome should stay rostered when his role is secure. Cam Spencer is one to monitor as the rotation settles, while Jaylen Wells remains fringe.