Fantasy Basketball Pickups: Andrew Nembhard, TJ McConnell online for more minutes

During Indiana’s win over Cleveland on Sunday, Tyrese Haliburton exited early with a hamstring injury. Now, he is listed as doubtful with a sore left hamstring for Tuesday’s rematch. both of them Andrew Nembhard (25% enrolled in Yahoo Leagues) i TJ McConnell (14%) He should see extended minutes with Haliburton likely sidelined. Indiana has two more games after its matchup with the Cavs on Tuesday, with games against the Pistons and 76ers on Thursday and Saturday. Unfortunately, their schedule after that is not so favorable as they will only play a total of four games in the next two weeks. Both Nembhard and McConnell should be reliable short-term pass options, but if Haliburton is sidelined for more than a few games, they might be worth keeping, even in a short week.

Here are some other players to keep an eye on after Monday’s six-game slate:

G Malik Beasley (39%), Detroit Pistons

While Beasley took a hit in minutes during their win over the Knicks on Monday, he certainly didn’t take a hit on the production. He scored 22 points with six 3-pointers, and this was his fourth straight game with at least four 3-pointers. He’s had some flashes, but Beasley has been on fire for about two months now. It’s hard to just chalk it up to a hot streak when he’s been so effective for so long. They only have two more games this week.

G Estefon Castle (9%), San Antonio Spurs

With Jeremy Sochan (back) sidelined for a second straight game, Castle remained in the starting unit for another game. This one went much better as Castle tied his career high of 23 points and added four rebounds, one assist, two steals and a 3-pointer in 36 minutes. The Spurs have three more games this week, and if Sochan misses more time, Castle should remain in the starting unit. He will still have a role off the bench if Sochan returns, but will limit his production, even if the schedule is still favorable.

F Chris Boucher (8%), Toronto Raptors

While he may not be a huge option in standard leagues, Boucher has played well enough to warrant consideration, especially in deeper leagues. In their win over the Warriors on Monday, Boucher finished with 18 points, seven rebounds, two assists, one block and three 3-pointers while making seven of his nine shots. Over his last four games, Boucher is averaging 16.3 points, 5.5 rebounds and 3.5 3-pointers while shooting 75.8% from the floor. He is a difficult player to trust, but he has been playing very well. They have two more games this week.

C Kel’el Ware (7%), Miami Heat

With Bam Adebayo (back) sidelined, Kevin Love got the opening chapter at center. However, it was Ware who had a bigger role and gave a fantastic performance. He logged 33 minutes off the bench and had his first career double-double with 19 points, 13 rebounds, a steal, a block and three 3-pointers. They have three more games this week, and if Adebayo misses any of them, Ware will be worth passing on. If Bam plays, Ware has still had a decent-sized role off the bench, though he won’t be as attractive as a streamer.

F Cam Whitmore (4%) Houston Rockets

With Tari Eason (leg) still sidelined, Whitmore again played a big role off the bench. He had 16 points, one rebound, one assist, one steal and four 3-pointers in 22 minutes during Monday’s win. He hasn’t been consistent lately, but he has plenty of upside when his shot is falling, and they still have three more games this week.