Ariza will be back in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Mavericks, Gina Mizell of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Head coach Igor Kokoskov said that Ariza did not play in Tuesday's loss to San Antonio due to it being on the second night of a back-to-back and the coach not feeling comfortable bringing the veteran off the bench. There was speculation that it was due to rumors surrounding Ariza's availability via trade, but the swingman being put back into the starting lineup, at least for now, puts that to rest. Expect Ariza to return to playing his usual heavy workload on the wing Thursday night, while Josh Jackson returns to his role off the bench.

Coach Igor Kokoskov chalked up Ariza's absence Tuesday night as a byproduct of the Suns playing on the second night of a back-to-back, Gina Mizell of The Athletic reports. "It's tough (with) a vet who's been around a long time," Kokoskov said. "If he doesn't start the game, he's a guy who needs rhythm...He's a more diesel guy than a sprinter."

EDGE Analysis

Ariza was essentially scratched from the lineup and did not play Tuesday night as the Suns suffered yet another lopsided loss -- this time at the hands of the Spurs. Based on Kokoskov's quote, he didn't feel comfortable bringing Ariza off the bench, and at this point it's unclear if the veteran will be back in the rotation Thursday versus Dallas. Perhaps of more pressing concern is the fact that Ariza is eligible to be traded beginning Dec. 15, and it's widely believed the Suns will move the versatile wing, who they signed to a one-year deal in the offseason. As such, Ariza's status is worth monitoring game-to-game, as he'll be liable to be held out of action if the Suns happen to be nearing a deal.

Ariza did not see the court during Tuesday's 111-86 loss to the Spurs.

EDGE Analysis

Ariza was a healthy scratch during this one, as it's likely he'll be traded in the very near future. Fantasy owners will be hoping that Ariza is in fact moved sooner rather than later, and to a team with enough minutes to go around. There's a good chance a more motivated Ariza turns in much better stats once he's on a contender than he has through 25 appearances.

Ariza is not listed in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Spurs and is not warming up with his teammates, though is listed as active, Gina Mizell of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

It's unclear if Ariza is late to warmups or won't be playing at all. As a result, he makes for a risky DFS option Tuesday.

Ariza will come off the bench Tuesday against the Spurs, Gina Mizell of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

With losses racking up for the Suns, coach Igor Kokoskov will opt to start Josh Jackson and T.J. Warren together while bringing Ariza off the bench. It will be Ariza's first time coming off the bench this season.

Ariza posted 10 points (4-11 FG, 2-6 3Pt), seven rebounds, and six assists across 33 minutes in Friday's 115-98 loss to the Heat.

EDGE Analysis

Ariza's diverse outing was a good sign following reports that a knee injury might force him to sit on Friday. After a fast start with his new team, his numbers have settled into more mediocre territory, but that's less of a statement about Ariza's talent and more about Phoenix's current struggles.

Correcting a previous note, Ariza (knee) is available Friday against the Heat, Gina Mizell of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

It was incorrectly reported earlier that Ariza would be sidelined. He is dealing with left knee soreness, but will be available and will presumably start at power forward.

Ariza (knee) is out Friday against the Heat, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

EDGE Analysis

Left knee soreness will prevent Ariza from playing Friday. With T.J.Warren (ankle) also sidelined, Mikal Bridges, Josh Jackson, Ryan Anderson and Dragan Bender could all see increases in workload.

Ariza is questionable for Friday's game against the Heat due to a sore left knee, Kellan Olson of Arizona Sports reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ariza has emerged from Thursday's blowout loss to the Trail Blazers with some knee soreness. With T.J. Warren (ankle) also questionable, the Suns could be very thin on the wing. If both players are ruled out, Mikal Bridges, Josh Jackson, Ryan Anderson and Dragan Bender could all see extra run.

Ariza totaled 14 points (5-13 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds, three assists, and three steals in 27 minutes during Tuesday's 122-105 loss to the Kings.

EDGE Analysis

Ariza played well despite the Suns getting thumped Tuesday, scoring 14 points to go with another three steals. Ariza has now collected a combined 20 steals in his last nine games while also hitting multiple three's in six of those. There have been some rumors he will be made available for trade in the coming weeks which could have an impact on his value going forward. Until then he should be owned everywhere despite the inefficiency from the field.