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Diallo (wrist) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Warriors.

Diallo logged 22 minutes in the season opener against the Thunder on Thursday, but now he's at risk of missing a second consecutive contest due to a right wrist sprain. If that's the case, Bryce Hopkins and Cam Whitmore would continue to see extra minutes off the bench.

Johnson (ankle) is doubtful to play Monday against the Warriors.

Johnson is on track to miss his second straight game Monday, which could result in another start for Bryce Hopkins and additional minutes for Trevon Brazile. With Johnson looking unlikely for Monday, it would be wise to bench him in weekly fantasy formats.

Richardson is in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Knicks, Cody Taylor of USA Today reports.

Richardson will make his first start of the season Sunday due to the absence of Paolo Banchero (ankle), and he'll start in the backcourt alongside Jalen Suggs, with Desmond Bane and Franz Wagner at the three and four, respectively. Richardson is averaging 4.0 points and 3.0 assists on 14.0 minutes per game in two bench appearances this season.

Walter will start Sunday's game against the Timberwolves.

Walter gets the start due to Kawhi Leonard (knee) being out. In two games this season, Walter has averaged 8.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 2.5 steals in 23.5 minutes per contest.

Jones (hamstring) is out for Monday's matchup with the Warriors.

This will be Jones' third consecutive game on the inactive list, and it's unclear if he's close to getting back to the court. His next chance to play will come Wednesday in New Orleans.

Zubac is questionable to return to Sunday's game in Brooklyn due to a left ankle sprain, Pat Boylan of FanDuel Sports Network Indiana reports.

Zubac rolled his ankle stepping on Kelly Oubre's foot, and while he tried to play through it for a few possessions, he eventually requested out and limped back to the locker room. Larry Nance, Jay Huff and Obi Toppin would help pick up the slack if Zubac needs to miss time.

Ighodaro (oblique) is doubtful for Monday's matchup with the Thunder, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Ighodaro is on track to miss his second straight game, which should help Duop Reath to remain in the rotation. Managers can expect to get official confirmation on Ighodaro's status closer to Monday's tipoff.

Thompson (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the 76ers, Hunter Patterson of The Athletic reports.

Thompson wasn't active at shootaround Sunday morning, so it's not surprising to see the star forward sidelined for this game. Isaiah Joe and Javonte Green are candidates to enter the starting lineup, while Thompson will aim to return against the Knicks on Tuesday.

Leonard is out for Sunday's game against the Timberwolves due to left knee swelling, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Leonard wasn't listed on the injury report for Sunday's game, and this late scratch is a huge blow for Toronto since Leonard is a key piece on both ends of the court for the Raptors. Leonard is averaging 19.5 points, 7.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 3.5 steals per game in his first two appearances. With the star forward out, Allen Graves is expected to take his place in the starting lineup.

Walker won't start Sunday's game against Brooklyn.

Aaron Nesmith will return to the starting lineup, pushing Walker to the bench. The 23-year-old forward is averaging 2.5 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 17.5 minutes per tilt across two regular-season appearances (one start).