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Collins was ejected from Saturday's 117-101 loss to the Cavaliers after totaling 10 points (5-12 FG, 0-3 3Pt), nine rebounds, one assist and one steal in 20 minutes.

Collins has played exactly 20 minutes in back-to-back contests since returning from a three-game absence due to a right ankle sprain. He was more productive Saturday than he was Friday, nearly recording a double-double before getting ejected during the final minutes of the loss to Cleveland. It appeared Collins' forearm/elbow made contact with Donovan Mitchell's face while the big man was attempting to set a screen, and Mitchell took exception, charging after Collins. Both players were ejected, but it'd be surprising if the league intervened with suspensions.

Capela posted 17 points (8-11 FG, 1-2 FT), 15 rebounds and two assists across 25 minutes during Saturday's 141-134 overtime win over Golden State.

Capela posted his 11th game with at least 15 points, while Saturday also marked his seventh game with at least 15 rebounds this season. Capela has been sharp lately, delivering 15.0 points and 12.8 rebounds on 63.6 percent shooting in 24.5 minutes per game across his last four contests.

Looney closed Saturday's 141-134 overtime loss to the Hawks with 10 rebounds and one assist over 15 minutes.

Looney was not tasked with an enlarged role and made no plays offensively Saturday, even while Dario Saric (illness) was unavailable and Andrew Wiggins (ankle) exited early. Looney's passiveness on offense combined with his deteriorating ability to defend in space is leading to a minor bench role. Clint Capela and Onyeka Okongwu combined for 31 rebounds, which is a matchup that Looney has combated historically -- symbolizing how his inability to be a viable rotation player a limiting factor for Golden State moving forward.

Landale is questionable for Sunday's game against the Timberwolves due to a right wrist bruise.

Landale is a sporadic part of the rotation, so his potential absence shouldn't impact fantasy hoops. If he's sidelined, Boban Marjanovic may crack the rotation for a few minutes to combat Minnesota's frontcourt size.

Williams (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pacers.

Williams hasn't played since Dec. 8 due to a back contusion. He doesn't have a timetable to return, but his next chance to suit up will come Monday versus the Lakers, though he can be considered doubtful for that contest. Nick Richards should continue filling in as the starting center in Williams' absence.

Allen totaled 26 points (12-18 FG, 2-2 FT) and 16 rebounds across 31 minutes during Saturday's 117-101 victory over San Antonio.

Allen was on the injury report with a recurring ankle injury before the contest, but he put in 31 minutes of work in the decisive win over the Spurs. The big man will have a day of rest before facing Domantas Sabonis and the Kings, and they'll need a solid frontcourt to meet the challenge. Both Allen and Evan Mobley are battling nagging injuries, so their statuses should be monitored.

Vucevic finished with 24 points (10-18 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 12 rebounds, three assists and one steal in 34 minutes during Saturday's 123-115 loss to Sacramento.

Vucevic led all Bulls players in rebounds while handing out a trio of assists and ending as one of three players with 20 or more points in a double-double performance. Vucevic tallied his ninth game with at least 24 points while notching his 15th game with at least 20 points and 10 boards.

Sabonis had 13 points (6-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 14 rebounds, 10 assists and one steal in 39 minutes during Saturday's 123-115 victory over the Bulls.

Sabonis led all players in Saturday's contest in rebounds and assists while ending as one of five Kings players with a double-digit point total en route to another triple-double. Sabonis tallied his 14th triple-double of the year and his second over the last three outings.

Claxton chipped in 12 points (4-4 FG, 4-6 FT), 15 rebounds, four assists and four blocks in 26 minutes during Saturday's 136-121 win over the 76ers.

Claxton led all players in Saturday's contest in rebounds while ending as one of five Nets with a double-digit point total and ending as one the lone player with a double-double performance. Claxton, who also led all players with a season-high-tying block total, has hauled in 15 or more boards in five appearances. He has now posted a double-double in 12 of his last 15 games.

Holmes will come off the bench for Saturday's game against the Bucks, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Holmes took the place of Dereck Lively (nose) on Wednesday and saw 30 minutes, but he'll be replaced in the starting lineup by Maxi Kleber. Despite the reserve role, Holmes should see a sizeable workload off the bench.