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Turner closed Thursday's 120-104 win over the Bulls with 24 points (8-12 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 7-7 FT), six rebounds and three blocks in 26 minutes.

Turner was outstanding as a scoring threat but left his mark on the defensive end as well. The big man has been on a tear of late and is averaging 19.8 points, 6.0 rebounds and 3.0 blocks per game over his last five outings, settling as a reliable two-way threat and as one of Tyrese Haliburton's favorite targets on offense.

Porzingis is doubtful for Friday's game against the Raptors due to left calf injury management, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Porzingis will likely join Al Horford (rest) on the sidelines for the second half of a back-to-back set. The last time both big men were unavailable, Lamar Stevens drew a spot start, but Neemias Queta is also a candidate for increased playing time Friday. While Porzingis probably won't play Friday, he should be back in action Sunday in San Antonio.

Horford is out for Friday's game versus the Raptors due to rest purposes, Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com reports.

Horford continues to sit out the second legs of back-to-backs and will do so again Friday. Neemias Queta will likely receive extended minutes in his absence. Horford should return for Sunday's matchup with the Spurs.

Biyombo racked up two points (1-4 FG), five rebounds, one assist and one block over 22 minutes during Thursday's 142-105 loss to the Nuggets.

Biyombo hasn't scored in double figures in five appearances since returning from a one-game absence, but his production was particularly limited during Thursday's blowout loss. The 31-year-old has been an unreliable contributor this month, averaging 4.4 points and 5.8 rebounds in 22.5 minutes per game over 12 appearances in December.

Adebayo contributed 17 points (7-13 FG, 3-4 FT), 11 rebounds and four assists across 35 minutes during Thursday's 114-102 victory over Golden State.

Adebayo didn't have his best shooting effort compared to other games, but he still provided a quality stat line while also notching a double-double for the third consecutive game. Adebayo has looked good since returning from a nagging hip injury in mid-December, and he's averaged 20.2 points, 10.0 rebounds and 4.6 assists per game over his last five contests.

Jokic accumulated 26 points (11-11 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 14 rebounds, 10 assists and two blocks across 30 minutes during Thursday's 142-105 victory over the Grizzlies.

Jokic saw less playing time than usual Thursday with the Nuggets holding a commanding lead, but he still managed to post his first triple-double since Dec. 14 while putting together a perfect showing from the floor. The 28-year-old has remained a consistent threat to at least post double-doubles recently, averaging 22.9 points, 11.4 rebounds and 9.2 assists in 33.4 minutes per game over 14 appearances in December.

Porzingis provided 35 points (13-21 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 6-7 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and one steal across 36 minutes during Thursday's 128-122 overtime win over Detroit.

With Jaylen Brown (back) out Thursday, Porzingis took on a more prominent role than usual. He launched a season-high 21 shots, resulting in a season-high 35 points during the overtime victory. Porzingis is playing well when available, but the injuries have started to pile up. After appearing in 15 of the Celtics' first 16 games, the big man has suited up for just seven of the following 14.

Duren posted 15 points (5-6 FG, 5-6 FT), 14 rebounds and two assists in 40 minutes during Thursday's 128-122 overtime loss to the Celtics.

Duren has looked fantastic over the past two games since returning from an ankle injury, totaling 27 points, 19 rebounds, six assists, one steal and one block. Detroit has been more competitive than usual over the pair of games, with Thursday's overtime loss against a team as strong as Boston representing a step in the right direction. Duren has appeared in only 16 games this season, but he's double-doubled in 12.

Richards ended with 11 points (5-5 FG, 1-3 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal in 26 minutes during Thursday's 133-112 loss to the Lakers.

The fourth-year center has thrived while Mark Williams (back) has been sidelined. Richards has started nine straight games and delivered four double-doubles during that stretch, including a current three-game streak, while averaging 9.6 points, 8.8 boards, 1.4 blocks and 1.3 assists and shooting 69.2 percent from the floor. Williams still has no clear timeline for his return, so Richards' fantasy appeal will remain boosted in the short term.

Reath is a late scratch for Thursday's game against the Spurs due to lower back soreness.

This is a tough blow for Portland, as they are again without Deandre Ayton (knee). Reath is coming off the best performance of his career Tuesday, as he erupted for 25 points (9-15 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), nine rebounds, one block and one steal in 32 minutes. Moses Brown will start at center Thursday and is likely looking at a significant workload.