Hardaway contributed 23 points (8-15 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 3-5 FT), six rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 36 minutes during Saturday's 112-108 loss to the Grizzlies.

EDGE Analysis

The Mavericks were without both Luka Doncic (thigh) and Kyrie Irving (foot) for Saturday's contest, so Hardaway, Jaden Hardy (22 points on 21 field-goal attempts) and Josh Green (21 points on 16 attempts) took on a committee approach to filling the void on the offensive end. Of the three, Hardaway projects to have the most stable role for Dallas once the two superstars are back in the fold, with both potentially in line to return to the lineup as soon as Monday's rematch with Memphis. Prior to Saturday, Hardaway had played between 20 and 40 minutes in each of the Mavericks' last seven games, averaging 17.9 points, 4.9 triples, 2.6 rebounds and 2.0 assists during that stretch.

Hardaway totaled 17 points (6-13 FG, 5-12 3Pt), five assists, two rebounds and two steals over 40 minutes during Wednesday's 113-106 loss to the Pelicans.

EDGE Analysis

Nine of Hardaway's 17 points came in the final period, when he drilled three triples on five attempts. It's probably not a coincidence that he achieved more than half of his scoring production on the night after Luka Doncic (thigh) exited in the third quarter, with the superstar's absence creating a need for secondary offense behind Kyrie Irving. The extent of Doncic's thigh injury won't be known until he undergoes an MRI on Thursday, but Hardaway makes for an appealing cursory pickup in 12-team points and categories leagues in anticipation of a potential Doncic absence. Even while Doncic had been available for the Mavericks' first seven games out of the All-Star break, Hardaway's production had been on the upswing. Hardaway is averaging 17.9 points, 4.9 triples, 2.6 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 29.9 minutes thus far in the second half of the season.

Hardaway is expected to move into the starting lineup for Wednesday's game in New Orleans with Reggie Bullock (quad) unavailable, Eddie Sefko of the Mavericks' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hardaway started the second half of Tuesday's game after Bullock went down, so this was the expected move. As a starter this season, THJ owns averages of 15.2 points, 4.4 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 3.2 triples, 0.8 steals and just 0.8 turnovers per contest on 39.9 percent shooting.

Hardaway ended Tuesday's 120-116 victory over Utah with 24 points (8-12 FG, 7-9 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, four assists and two steals across 33 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

Hardaway continues to serve as a key source of offense off the bench, as he's put up 20-plus points in back-to-back contests. He's also been handed a heavier workload of late, logging 30 or more minutes in three of his last four contests. Hardaway's value for fantasy managers often hinges on his ability to score the basketball, as he's averaging only 2.7 rebounds and 1.5 assists over his last six contests.

Hardaway provided 21 points (6-10 FG, 6-8 3Pt, 3-3 FT), one rebound and one assist in 30 minutes off the bench during Sunday's 130-126 loss to Phoenix.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran wing is adapting well to his new sixth-man role. Hardaway has scored at least 16 points in four of the last five contests while coming off the bench, averaging 16.8 points and 4.4 threes in 27.2 minutes a game and shooting a blistering 59.5 percent (22-of-37) from beyond the arc.

Hardaway recorded 16 points (4-6 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds and one assist in 36 minutes during Tuesday's 124-122 loss to the Pacers.

EDGE Analysis

Hardaway is on a heater. Over the last three games he has drilled 56 percent of his threes. He's also providing good volume, as the 30-year-old hit at least four triples in each of those games. With his 36 minutes Tuesday, Hardaway topped 30 minutes for the first time since returning from his hamstring injury, which kept him out for two games. He still hasn't rejoined the starting lineup, but with his playing time restored, he can provide a boost for fantasy managers looking for three-point shooting.

Hardaway (hamstring) contributed 22 points (7-12 FG, 6-11 3Pt, 2-3 FT) and one rebound over 26 minutes during Thursday's 142-116 victory over the Spurs.

EDGE Analysis

Hardaway missed back-to-back games heading into the All-Star break due to a hamstring injury, but it appears the extended time off was beneficial, as the veteran returned to action with an efficient and prolific scoring performance off the bench. He'd started 37 straight appearances until coming off the bench Thursday, but it's unclear if that was a permanent change or a way for Dallas to ease the shooting guard back into action. Either way, Hardaway has proven that he's capable of strong scoring outbursts regardless of his status in the starting lineup, but he doesn't offer much in terms of peripheral production, making him a risky play in most formats.

Hardaway (hamstring) is not listed on the injury report for Thursday's game against the Spurs.

EDGE Analysis

THJ missed the final two games heading into the All-Star break after tweaking his hamstring, but it appears he'll be back in action Thursday evening. His return will likely result in Reggie Bullock heading back to the second unit, and Theo Pinson's minutes should dip.

Hardaway (hamstring) is out Wednesday against the Nuggets.

EDGE Analysis

Hardaway will miss a second straight game, with his next opportunity to play arriving after the All-Star break. Josh Green should draw another start in his spot.

Hardaway (hamstring) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup against the Nuggets.

EDGE Analysis

Hardaway sat out Monday's loss to the Timberwolves, and Wednesday marks Dallas' final game before the All-Star break. The Mavs could have a skeleton crew, as Reggie Bullock (illness) and Christian Wood (illness) are also questionable.