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Adebayo notched 14 points (5-13 FG, 4-4 FT), 13 rebounds, three assists and three steals in 35 minutes during Sunday's 103-95 loss to the Clippers.

It's Adebayo's third straight double-double and 27th of the season, tying him with Joel Embiid (knee) and Luka Doncic for eighth in the league. Adebayo has failed to pull down double-digit boards only once in the last eight games, averaging 15.8 points, 11.6 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.4 blocks and 1.0 steals over that stretch.

Kessler notched 13 points (5-8 FG, 3-4 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and three blocks over 27 minutes during Sunday's 123-108 win over Milwaukee.

As usual, John Collins started at center for Utah, but Kessler ended up playing three more minutes. That was largely due to a huge fourth quarter during which the Jazz outscored Milwaukee by 27 points with same five players (Kessler, Jordan Clarkson, Keyonte George, Lauri Markkanen and Kelly Olynyk) on the floor for the entire period. Kessler registered nine points during that run, and he finished with his highest scoring total since mid-December. Kessler's shot-blocking ability is what carries his value in fantasy -- he's swatted at least one shot in 14 straight games, with multiple blocks 10 times during that span -- so whatever scoring he does to complement his defensive work is generally icing on the cake for those who roster him.

Lopez recorded zero points (0-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and one rebound in four minutes during Sunday's 123-108 loss to the Jazz.

Lopez made his first start of the season Saturday against Dallas but played just four minutes. He retreated to the bench for the second half of the back-to-back set and didn't generate much production. The 35-year-old hasn't been a consistent part of the Bucks' rotation in recent weeks, even with his brother, Brook Lopez (personal) missing two straight games.

Nurkic produced 18 points (7-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 13 rebounds, eight assists and one steal in 25 minutes during Sunday's 140-112 win over Washington.

Nurkic put forth an all-around performance in Sunday's blowout win, leading all players in rebounds and assists while ending two dimes short of a triple-double in just 25 minutes. Nurkic, who was one of four Suns players with a double-digit point total, posted his second game of the season with at least 15 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists. His double-double performance marked his second over the last three outings.

Wagner registered 10 points (5-5 FG), five rebounds and four assists over 20 minutes during Sunday's 111-99 victory over the Pistons.

Wagner led the Magic bench in assists to go along with a handful of rebounds and a bench-high-tying double-digit point total to provide Orlando with a spark on the second unit. Wagner tied a season high in assists, a mark he has posted three times this year. He has now finished in double figures off the bench in six of his last seven outings.

Embiid will undergo a procedure this week to repair a left meniscus injury, a 76ers team official tells Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. A timeline for Embiid's return is expected to be provided following the procedure, but the expectation is that the center will miss an extended period of time.

Embiid had missed five games earlier in January with left knee soreness and swelling, and his condition appears to have taken a dramatic turn for the worse after Golden State's Jonathan Kuminga inadvertently landed on the knee during the 76ers' loss to the Warriors on Tuesday. Embiid was later diagnosed with a displaced flap in his left meniscus, and after evaluating treatment options, the team's medical staff has determined that he'll require a procedure. Given that Wojnarowski is referring to the center's upcoming procedure as a repair rather than a meniscus trim or cleanup surgery, Embiid's recovery timeline will most likely be measured in months rather than weeks, though the 76ers could offer clarity on that front once the procedure is completed. Wojnarowski notes that the door isn't closed on Embiid returning this season, though a meniscus repair would almost certainly keep the reigning MVP out for the rest of the regular season, and perhaps the first round or two of the playoffs as well.

Gobert (ankle) is starting Sunday's game against the Rockets.

Gobert was questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup, but he'll be able to take the floor once again despite his ankle injury. He was also cleared to suit up Friday against Orlando despite a questionable tag, and he totaled 22 points, 16 rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 39 minutes.

Landale (wrist) is available for Sunday's game against the Timberwolves, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Landale found himself on the injury report ahead of Sunday's game due to a right wrist bruise, but he will be able to play through it. The 28-year-old pro has not appeared in the last three games but could crack the rotation in a limited fashion Sunday to match up with Minnesota's size.

Allen is questionable to play Monday versus Brooklyn due to a left ankle sprain, Evan Dammarell of FearTheSword.com reports.

Allen was listed as questionable ahead of the Cavaliers' last game Saturday with the same injury, but he proceeded to suit up and recorded 26 points and 16 rebounds over 31 minutes in a 117-101 win over the Spurs. The Cavaliers haven't indicated that the 25 year-old suffered a setback coming out of Saturday's contest, but his status for Monday's game will still warrant monitoring leading up to the 7 p.m. ET tipoff.

Jemison will start Sunday's game against the Celtics.

Jemison, who's operating under a 10-day deal, will make his first career NBA start for the depleted Grizzlies. On Thursday, Jemison posted five points, three rebounds and one block in 14 minutes, but he figures to see an increased role versus Boston.