Jabari Walker

Walker checked into the game with about eight minutes left in the fourth quarter, and he was able to quickly get to work on offense. He was one of six players to score in double figures for Portland in this game, though it took the other five players a lot more shots and minutes to get there. Walker isn't a fantasy relevant player with their other center options healthy, but he was one of the few bright spots for them in this blowout loss. Still, leave him on the waiver wire.

Ayton has missed their last two games, but this bodes well for his chances if playing against Denver on Tuesday. Donovan Clingan started in their last game, with Robert Williams and Jabari Walker also seeing time off the bench. It is quite the logjam at center, though Walker will certainly be pushed out of the rotation if Ayton is back. The likely scenario is that Ayton returns to the starting lineup, with Clingan and Williams playing small roles off the bench.

Clingan moves into the starting lineup for Sunday's game, replacing Jabari Walker. However, fantasy managers should not expect the rookie to play starters' minutes, as he remains restricted in his second game back from a sprained MCL. With Clingan's minutes increasing and Robert Williams (conditioning) cleared to play, Walker's minutes will take a significant hit.

Williams has missed each of Portland's last seven games dealing with a concussion and the league's return to play protocols. Jabari Walker will see less minutes with Williams III available, though neither of them are streaming options.

Ayton will miss a second consecutive game due to illness, and the rotation's appearance on Sunday will depend on multiple factors. Robert Williams III (conditioning) is questionable, while Donovan Clingan may still be restricted in his second game back. If the Time Lord plays, Jabari Walker's minutes will decrease. Clingan should be rostered regardless of his playing time, especially for managers needing rebounds and blocks.