D'Angelo Russell

Simmons should be back in the lineup after missing their last five games between an illness and some soreness in his lower back. He'll split the playmaking duties with D'Angelo Russell, and he may see some extra minutes with Noah Clowney sidelined.

Russell led the Nets in points with 19 on another night where the team was missing Cameron Johnson, Cam Thomas and Ben Simmons. Russell is certainly expected to carry the offense with Brooklyn missing so much firepower. The 28-year-old point guard was just 4-of-11 from the field, but was able to get to the foul line quite a bit as he drained 9-of-10 free throws. Russell only played 29 minutes, though, as the Nets struggled to keep the game close in the 14-point loss.

Russell returned to the Nets' lineup after a one-game absence but remains under a minutes restriction. The good news for fantasy managers is that D'Lo had a productive evening despite only playing 26 minutes, recording a complete stat line. Given Ben Simmons' spotty availability, it would be best for fantasy managers if the Nets committed to starting Russell for the foreseeable future. Brooklyn plays three games during Week 14, beginning with the Kings on Monday.

Simmons was initially cleared to play in this game, but that has now flipped, and he won't suit up. D'Angelo Russell was already listed as the starter at point guard, and he should see a few extra minutes with Simmons sidelined.

Russell will return to the starting lineup, which will replace Tyrese Martin. Ben Simmons is available, and he had been starting at point guard when healthy, but he'll play a reserve role in this game. Wilson will also remain in the starting unit despite Ziaire Williams' return.