Rui Hachimura

After missing almost a month of games, it has taken Hachimura some time to get back on track. Thursday's game was a good step as he had his highest-scoring performance since before the All-Star break. Hachimura has been a solid scoring option as a starter for the Lakers and has been able to maintain the starting job for most of the season. He doesn't contribute value in many categories, but the points and efficiency have allowed him to be a decent fantasy option for most of the year.

Following an extended absence, Hachimura appeared in three straight games before sitting out Thursday's loss to Chicago. That game was the second leg of a back-to-back set, and the Lakers will likely manage Hachimura's knee injury moving forward. He started and logged 28 minutes in his last game out, and fantasy managers should expect a similar workload against Memphis. Dorian Finney-Smith may see a dip in playing time as a result.

Hachimura (knee) isn't listed on the injury report for Saturday's game against the Grizzlies.

After logging 28 minutes as a starter in Wednesday's win over the Pacers, Hachimura will sit out the second game of the Lakers' back-to-back. Dorian Finney-Smith should move into the starting lineup, making him a worthwhile streamer in deep leagues.

Hachimura (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Bulls, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.