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Embiid had 31 points (11-20 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 7-10 FT), seven rebounds and three assists over 31 minutes during Thursday's 134-122 loss to the Pacers.

Embiid led all players in Thursday's contest in scoring while hauling in a team-high rebound mark and ending three boards short of a double-double in a losing effort. Embiid, who also led all 76ers in free throws made, has tallied at least seven rebounds in every game this year.

Sabonis accumulated 18 points (8-11 FG, 2-2 3Pt), eight rebounds, 13 assists and one block over 35 minutes during Thursday's 134-133 win over the Warriors.

Sabonis put the game out of reach with a thundering dunk in the closing seconds as the NorCal neighbors exchanged leads throughout the fourth quarter. Sabonis kept the double-double streak going, but he hit the mark with 13 assists this time around. The big man has collected 10-plus assists 15 times this season, placing him seventh league-wide with an average of 8.0 assists per game.

Jokic closed with 31 points (13-18 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 11 rebounds and three assists across 27 minutes during Thursday's 122-84 loss to New York.

Jokic left the contest and headed to the locker room in the second quarter after getting poked in the eye, but he was able to return after halftime and put up a big third period, scoring 14 points on 6-for-7 shooting. Despite that strong individual effort, the Nuggets fell behind New York by 32 points heading into the fourth, so coach Michael Malone elected to rest his star big man for the entire final quarter. Jokic still managed to hit the 30-point mark for the fourth straight contest and posted his eighth straight double-double, though he also turned the ball over seven times in just 27 minutes.

Porzingis, who tweaked his left ankle during Thursday's 143-110 win over the Heat, downplayed the issue after the game,John Karalis of BostonSportsJournal.com reports.

The Celtics announced that Porzingis was doubtful to return after he rolled his left ankle in the third quarter, and he finished the night with 19 points (6-9 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT) , four rebounds and one assist in 21 minutes. Porzingis said he could have returned to the game and added that he felt pretty good, but the lopsided score factored into the decision to keep him out. For now, Porzingis can be considered day-to-day ahead of Saturday's game against the Clippers.

Porzingis exited Thursday's game against the Heat with a left ankle sprain and is doubtful to return, Marc D'Amico of the Celtics' official site reports.

Porzingis took a hard fall under the basket and immediately checked out of the game to be evaluated further. Al Horford and Luke Kornet could see more opportunities down the stretch if Porzingis is unable to return.

Horford will come off the bench Thursday against the Heat.

Horford slotted into the starting lineup for Monday's matchup against the Mavs due to Kristaps Porzingis missing time due to right knee inflammation, but Porzingis has been cleared to run the floor Thursday night. Horford is averaging 8.9 points, 6.3 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.0 blocks through nine January appearances.

Sarr (hip) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Pelicans.

Sarr continues to deal with a hip issue and will be unavailable for a third consecutive matchup. His continued absence shouldn't impact the Thunder's rotation.

Hartenstein (Achilles) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Nuggets, Stefan Bondy of the New York Post reports.

Hartenstein was questionable for Thursday's matchup, but he'll be unavailable for a second consecutive game due to an Achilles injury. Jericho Sims will likely draw another start for the Knicks on Thursday, while Hartenstein's next chance to return will be Saturday against Miami.

Bol (foot) won't play in Friday's game versus the Pacers.

Bol will miss his seventh consecutive game Friday due to right foot soreness. There is no timetable for his return.

Powell (eye) is out for Friday's game versus the Hawks.

Powell will miss his second straight game Friday due to a corneal abrasion in his left eye. Powell's next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Sacramento.