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Towns closed with 29 points (11-21 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 12 rebounds and two assists across 34 minutes during Friday's 117-110 win over the Spurs.

Towns registered a new season-high mark in scoring and also delivered his fourth double-double of the season, and first one since Oct. 30. No longer the absolute alpha dog on offense for the Timberwolves with Anthony Edwards as a bonafide option as well, Towns has been able to contribute in other areas of the game and remains one of the most versatile big men in The Association.

Queta (foot) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Raptors.

Queta will be unavailable for a seventh consecutive game due to a right foot injury. It's not yet clear when he'll be able to return.

Horford (knee) is available for Saturday's game versus the Raptors, Marc D'Amico of the Celtics' official site reports.

Horford will return to the lineup Saturday after missing the first leg of Boston's back-to-back due to right knee injury management. The veteran big man is averaging 5.0 points, 6.1 rebounds and 2.1 assists in 24.1 minutes across his first seven appearances this season.

Sabonis registered 17 points (7-15 FG, 3-6 FT), 13 rebounds, 13 assists, two blocks and a steal across 38 minutes during Friday's 105-98 win over the Thunder.

Sabonis turned in his 15th triple-double with the Kings in the victory. The milestone was just around the corner, as Sabonis has collected more assists than usual amid the absence of De'Aaron Fox. The win makes the Kings 1-0 in West Group C of the In-Season Tournament.

Reid left Friday's 117-110 win over the Spurs with neck spasms and wasn't able to return. He finished with seven points (3-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt), three rebounds and two blocks in 18 minutes before exiting.

The Timberwolves initially labeled Reid questionable to return, but there were only a few minutes left in the fourth quarter at that time. Consider him day-to-day heading into the Timberwolves' next game Sunday versus Golden State. If Reid is unable to play, Kyle Anderson and Troy Brown could be thrust into expanded roles off the bench in the Minnesota frontcourt.

Duren won't be able to return to Friday's game against the 76ers due to a right ankle injury. He finished with four points (2-5 FG), four rebounds, three assists and one block in 23 minutes.

Duren's ankle has flared up several times this season, so his exit from Friday's game is concerning. He should tentatively be considered questionable for Monday's game against the Bulls. If he's forced to miss time, Marvin Bagley will likely pick up the bulk of Duren's minutes.

Sengun (ankle) is good to go for Friday's game against the Pelicans.

Sengun warmed up a little earlier than he usually does to properly test his ankle, so we can assume that the injury responded well. He's coming off an impressive showing against the Lakers on Wednesday in which he had 19 points, seven rebounds and four assists in 25 minutes.

Lively (illness) is available for Friday's game versus the Clippers, Tim MacMahon of ESPN.com reports.

Lively has been upgraded from questionable to available Friday after missing the previous game with an illness. The rookie center will likely reclaim his starting spot from Dwight Powell.

Koloko (illness) won't play in Saturday's game versus the Celtics, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Koloko will miss his ninth straight game to start the season due to a respiratory condition. His next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Washington, but there is no timetable for his return.

Turner totaled 21 points (8-16 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, four assists and one block in 37 minutes during Thursday's 126-124 win over the Bucks.

Turner saw another strong game from deep while finishing as one of three Pacers players with 20 or more points in a road victory. Turner tied a season-high mark in shots made from three while posting his fifth game with at least 20 points in nine contests. Turner has recorded at least 20 points and five rebounds in five games this season, including in two straight outings.