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Horford amassed 13 points (4-14 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 12 rebounds, six assists and one block over 38 minutes during Tuesday's 132-126 overtime loss to the Warriors.

Horford drew the start, with Kristaps Porzingis (calf) taking a seat, and although he didn't have the best shooting night, the veteran logged a double-double in the overtime loss. The team used Lamar Stevens as the sub for Porzingis last week because Horford was due for a rest day, but Horford will continue to be the logical choice in the second unit and the first in line to spell Porzingis.

Biyombo had eight points (4-5 FG), two rebounds, one block and one steal over 22 minutes during Tuesday's 115-113 victory over the Pelicans.

Biyombo returned to action after missing the previous game due to a back injury. He slid straight back into the starting unit, although he failed to produce anything of note. Both he and Xavier Tillman are likely to battle for center minutes moving forward. While neither should be considered must-roster players, both should be monitored and streamed in, if and when injury befalls the other.

Horford is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game versus the Warriors.

Horford will replace Kristaps Porzingis (calf) in the starting five Tuesday. Horford has averaged 9.0 points, 7.8 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.8 blocks in 31.5 minutes across his previous eight starting appearances this season.

Biyombo (back) is starting against the Pelicans on Tuesday.

Biyombo missed Monday's game against the Thunder, but he's all set after a temporary setback. He may find life a little easier Tuesday, as the Grizzlies will be getting Ja Morant back in the lineup with his 25-game suspension over.

Collins is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game versus Milwaukee, Tom Orsborn of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

Collins will replace Victor Wembanyama (ankle) in the starting five Tuesday. Collins has averaged 13.8 points, 6.1 rebounds and 3.9 assists in 29.1 minutes across his previous 20 starts this season.

Mensah (personal) isn't on the injury report for Wednesday's game versus the Pacers.

Mensah will be available for Wednesday's contest after missing Charlotte's previous game due to personal reasons. The rookie center is averaging 2.0 points and 7.5 rebounds in 21.0 minutes across his first two appearances this season.

Porzingis (calf/injury management) will not play Tuesday against Golden State.

Porzingis will sit the first game of Boston's back-to-back set, with Wednesday against Sacramento representing his next opportunity to take the court. Luke Kornet (adductor) remains out as well, so Al Horford, Neemias Queta and a rotation of Boston's bench forwards will absorb Porzingis' minutes.

Yurtseven (illness) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Yurtseven will miss a third straight game due to an illness. His next chance to suit up will come Thursday in Detroit. Walker Kessler and Kelly Olynyk should continue to handle most of the center minutes until Yurtseven returns.

Williams (back) is listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game versus the Pacers.

Williams is expected to miss his sixth straight game Wednesday due to a back contusion. Nick Richards will likely continue to start if Williams is officially ruled out.

Turner (hamstrings) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Hornets.

Turner was unavailable for Monday's loss to the Clippers, but he was a full participant during Tuesday's practice and is trending in the right direction ahead of Wednesday's game. Jalen Smith (heel) is also questionable, so the Pacers' frontcourt could be getting reinforcements after Isaiah Jackson drew his first start of the season Monday. However, Wednesday is the front half of a back-to-back set, so all three big men might not play in both games.