Impact Russell had an average shooting night but was able to provide fantasy support with nine assists. Russell collected a season-high 17 assists before the break against Utah, and although the guard has notched double-digit assists six times this season, he depends on shot volume to be truly successful. LeBron James (ankle) has been the primary dime-dropper this season, so fantasy managers should expect a fantasy-point uptick assist-wise when James is absent.
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