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Williams totaled four points (1-1 FG, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, three blocks and one steal in 16 minutes during Friday's 114-102 win over the 76ers in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Williams briefly left the game after suffering what appeared to be an arm injury after diving after a loose ball. While he was cleared to return, he did not see the court down the stretch, ending with just 16 minutes of playing time. During that time, he was able to accumulate four combined steals and blocks, highlighting his importance. Should he be given the green light for Game 4, he will likely feature a little more given his ability to slow Joel Embiid.

Horford recorded 17 points (6-8 FG, 5-7 3Pt), seven rebounds, two assists and two steals in 31 minutes during Friday's 114-102 win over the 76ers in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Horford played a key role Friday, nailing a team-high five three-pointers, including a number of clutch baskets. With all five starters scoring in double digits, the Celtics were able to hold off the 76ers, taking back home-court advantage in the process. Game 4 will be in Philadelphia on Sunday, where the Celtics will look to once again assert their dominance.

Bamba (ankle) is questionable for Game 3 versus the Warriors on Saturday.

Bamba last played on April 28 and has a total of 11 minutes in the playoffs so far. If he gets the green light, he still might not see the floor.

Davis is probable for Saturday's Game 3 versus the Warriors due to a right foot stress injury.

Davis has consistently received probable tags throughout the playoffs before being upgraded to available. The star center should be good to go Saturday and will look to have a bounce-back performance after his poor outing in Game 2.

Embiid (knee) is listed in the starting lineup for Friday's Game 3 versus Boston, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Embiid missed the final matchup of the opening-round series against Brooklyn and Game 1 versus Boston due to a knee sprain, but he returned to action in Game 2 and played 27 minutes during the blowout loss. He drew a questionable tag for Game 3 despite being a full participant in practice, so his availability doesn't really come as a surprise. Across four playoff games, the MVP has averaged 18.8 points, 9.3 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 3.0 blocks in 33.8 minutes.

Griffin won't play in Friday's Game 3 versus the 76ers due to low back pain.

It is unclear when Griffin picked up his injury, but his absence shouldn't affect Boston's rotation. The veteran big man has played just six total minutes in the playoffs and hasn't seen any action across the first two contests against Philadelphia. Griffin's next chance to suit up will be Sunday's Game 4.

Green ended with 15 points (6-9 FG, 3-6 3Pt), one rebound and two assists across 13 minutes during Thursday's 127-100 win over the Lakers in Game 2 of the Western Conference Semifinals.

With Kevon Looney (illness) not at 100 percent, Green was thrust into the starting lineup and played admirably. Despite operating as a starter, he played just 13 minutes but still matched his playoff high with 15 points thanks to a trio of three-pointers. It's unclear if Green will remain in the starting lineup moving forward, but either way, it appears he's earned the chance to have a larger role in Round 2 after playing just 15 total minutes against Sacramento in Round 1.

Davis ended with 11 points (5-11 FG, 1-1 FT), seven rebounds, four assists, three blocks and one steal in 33 minutes during Thursday's 127-100 loss to the Warriors in Game 2 of the Western Conference Semifinals.

After a stellar 30-point, 20-rebound performance in Game 1, it was disappointing to see Davis attempt only 11 shots -- his second fewest of the postseason -- in Game 2. He also committed a game-high four turnovers and didn't play in the fourth quarter, along with the rest of Los Angeles' starters, as Golden State increased its lead to 30 points after three periods. The Warriors opted to start Draymond Green at center with Kevon Looney (illness) not at 100 percent Thursday, so Green's defensive prowess presumably played a role in Davis' poor offensive night. It'll be interesting to see how Golden State matches up in Game 3, as Green shifting to Davis also appeared to have a ripple effect that allowed LeBron James to get hot in the first half. Either way, the Lakers will likely need Davis and James at their best to avoid giving back home-court advantage over the next two games.

Looney (illness) is expected to play but will come off the bench for Thursday's Game 2 of the Western Conference Semifinals versus the Lakers, Shayna Rubin of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

After grabbing a career-high 23 rebounds in Game 1, Looney will be shifted to the second unit and is feeling under the weather. Although he is expected to play, it's unclear how many minutes he will see, and his effectiveness could be hampered by the illness. Fantasy managers should look elsewhere given the uncertain nature of Looney's workload and status.

Green will move into the starting lineup for Game 2 of the Western Conference Semifinals versus the Lakers on Tuesday, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.

Kevon Looney will move to the bench despite pulling down 23 rebounds in Game 1. The move is a surprise, but coach Steve Kerr is clearly looking to get some additional floor spacing as the Warriors attempt to even up the series.