Zach LaVine

Zach LaVine returns to starting lineup with 20 points

Zach LaVine moved back into the starting five Tuesday and delivered a well-rounded 20-point effort (8-of-19 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs) with four rebounds, three assists, two steals, two three-pointers, and one block in Sacramento's loss to the Mavericks. The return to the starting lineup came after LaVine logged 36 minutes off the bench in his first game back from a nine-game absence due to a sprained ankle.

Fantasy Impact

With Keegan Murray sidelined for three to four weeks with his own ankle sprain, LaVine's promotion didn't force Precious Achiuwa out of the rotation—he contributed nine points, nine rebounds, one steal, one block, and a three-pointer in 22 minutes. LaVine's complete stat line showcases the tools that could make him a top-50 per-game player, though his fantasy trajectory depends heavily on how the Kings approach the trade deadline as potential sellers.