Dallas is facing a significant setback as Kyrie Irving has been diagnosed with a torn ACL, ruling him out for the remainder of the season. This presents an opportunity for Spencer Dinwiddie, who is likely to become the Mavs' starting point guard. Currently only 22% rostered in Yahoo! leagues, Dinwiddie averages 14.4 points, 5.1 assists, and 1.2 steals over his 19 starts this season. He could fill the void left by Irving's absence and potentially aid fantasy teams struggling with injuries.

Elsewhere, Ja'Kobe Walter from the Toronto Raptors is stepping into the starting lineup in light of Gradey Dick's knee injury, showing promise with a strong performance in his debut. Atlanta's Caris LeVert, traded from Cleveland, is thriving with consistent scoring. Quentin Grimes of the Philadelphia 76ers is proving to be a key asset, posting multiple 30-point games this season. In the frontcourt, Zach Collins and Kelly Olynyk are both capitalizing on injury situations, making them valuable additions for fantasy managers.

The Los Angeles Lakers have surged with a season-high six-game winning streak, showcasing a revival since the All-Star break. Dominating performances against teams like the New Orleans Pelicans (136-115) highlighted their aggressive play style, with Luka Doncic contributing 30 points and 15 assists, and LeBron James leading with 34 points, marking a career milestone of 50,000 points between regular season and playoffs.

Despite missing key players Rui Hachimura and Austin Reaves, the Lakers displayed depth with contributions from Dalton Knecht and Jared Vanderbilt. The team's defensive tenacity kept New Orleans' scoring largely in check aside from Zion Williamson's impressive 37 points, solidifying the Lakers' position as a contender in the Western Conference.

The Los Angeles Lakers are riding high, clinching their longest winning streak of the season with an impressive 136-115 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. This win came during a hectic stretch where they have played seven games in just 13 days, showcasing their resilience and depth despite missing key players like Rui Hachimura and Austin Reaves. LeBron James shone brightly, scoring 34 points and marking a career milestone of 50,000 total points in regular season and playoffs combined.

The Lakers dominated from the start, with Luka Doncic also putting up a stellar performance, netting 30 points and dishing out 15 assists. Doncic's playmaking was instrumental in dismantling the Pelicans' defense, while Zion Williamson led New Orleans with 37 points. The Lakers never let complacency creep in, maintaining their focus and intensity throughout the game, especially as they prepare for a critical matchup against the New York Knicks to wrap up their homestand.

LeBron James continues to redefine greatness, scoring 34 points and becoming the first player in NBA history to surpass 50,000 combined points in regular season and playoffs during a decisive 136-115 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. The Lakers have now won seven consecutive games, their longest streak in four years, and improved their record to 39-21, placing them second in the Western Conference.

Luka Doncic also shined with 30 points and 15 assists, while Jaxson Hayes contributed a season-high 19 points. Despite missing starters Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura, the Lakers showcased their depth, with four players scoring at least eight points. The Pelicans were led by Zion Williamson, who scored 37 points, showcasing a strong offensive performance.