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Fantasy Basketball Vibe Check: Injury bug strikes NBA — here's all the latest

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Summary
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Zion Williamson is nearing a return to play for the New Orleans Pelicans this week .

Jaden Ivey underwent successful surgery to repair a broken fibula in his left leg.

Dallas Mavericks will be without Irving for at least 1-2 weeks , as he's dealing with a bulging disc in his back.

Jabari Smith will reportedly miss 4-8 weeks with a fractured hand.

Daniel Gafford left after only eight minutes after suffering an ankle injury in Monday 's loss to the Grizzlies .

Dereck Lively played a season-high 33 minutes , so fantasy managers with Lively are in an advantageous position.

Kyle Anderson and Gary Payton II are a couple of players who are benefiting from Kuminga 's absence.

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