While the familiar names on the Bucks have continued to struggle with consistency this season, some of their lesser-known players are becoming daily games gold.
There aren't any apparent value options who are currently on a hot streak, so picking the right lineup Monday may hinge on playing the right mid-salary combination of players.
Russell Westbrook and Al Horford went down with major injuries, but what do their injuries mean going forward?
Following their five-game week, the Rockets have just two games in week 10, making the decision of whether or not to start your Rockets and Pistons (also two games) a tough decision.
With Andrew Bynum suspended indefinitely from the Cavaliers, could we see Anderson Varejao reclaim the elite fantasy status he flashed at the beginning of last season as the unchallenged starting center?
With Russell Westbrook sidelined until after the All-Star break following another knee procedure, the trade of James Harden continues to haunt the Thunder.
With 12 games on the slate, picking the right high-priced option could make or break lineups. James Harden could be an option other players overlook due to injury concerns.
At just 6-22, the Bucks are firmly planted in the cellar of the NBA standings. Despite their lack of the success in the win column this season, Milwaukee is churning out multiple underrated fantasy options.
With the eight teams who are playing on Thursday all being relatively healthy, there aren't many value plays available.
Candy cane crutches might help deflect some of the sadness that accompanies injuries during the holidays, but there's no getting around the reality of some of the NBA's best players being sidelined.
Is the era of Kobe Bryant, Kevin Garnett, Tim Duncan and Dirk Nowitzki coming to an end, or do the ghosts of Christmas past still have stories to tell?