2 Nik Stauskas SG

Stauskas scored 18 points (6-12 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 4-7 FT) to go along with four rebounds, three assists and one steal across 35 minutes during Wednesday's 110-97 loss to the Celtics.

Stauskas came off the bench, but he easily led the team in minutes played as well as scoring, thanks to an efficient shooting night. This performance was a pleasant surprise from Stauskas, who'd totaled just 18 points over his previous four games. He has a year left on his contract, but the ever-changing nature of the Brooklyn roster makes it tough to predict exactly what his role will be, if any, with the franchise next season.

Stauskas finished with 13 points (5-11 FG, 3-6 3Pt), three rebounds and two assists across 21 minutes during Tuesday's 121-95 loss at Philadelphia.

This was Stauskas' best scoring output since dropping 15 points at Minnesota back on Jan. 27. The former Michigan star has not been able to stay healthy this season though, as he has played in 37 games so far while averaging just 4.3 points and 0.8 assists per game.

Stauskas did not see the floor during Monday's 118-115 win over the Grizzlies.

Stauskas has received a DNP-Coach's Decision designation in each of the last three games, and six of the eight March matchups. Moreover, he has combined to play just 19 minutes over his last five appearances.

Stauskas produced 15 points (5-10 FG, 3-6 3 Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, two assists, a steal and a blocked shot in 33 minutes during Saturday's 111-97 loss to the Timberwolves,

Stuaskas was bolstered by 33 minutes ob the floor, which is easily his best usage numbers for the season. His uptick was largely due to D'Angelo Russell's (rest) absence, and should be avoided in all formats unless something drastic happens.

Stauskas (ankle) will play in Wednesday's game against the Pistons, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Stauskas has been dealing with an ankle injury, but it will only result in him missing one game, so it's clearly nothing overly serious. He'll be available off the bench in his normal capacity, likely pushing for minutes in the mid-to-upper teens if the rotation remains the same. Stauskas could see a few additional minutes on the wing with DeMarre Carroll (knee) out, but likely not enough to make him fantasy relevant.