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Jackson (concussion) racked up 10 points (5-7 FG, 0-1 FT) and five rebounds across 17 minutes during Saturday's 121-78 loss to the Pistons.

After missing Indiana's previous 13 games while recovering from a concussion and then completing a reconditioning program, Jackson returned to action Saturday. The 24-year-old center was efficient from the field and finished as one of four Pacers players to score in double figures. He'll likely continue to serve as the top backup at center behind Jay Huff.

Duren logged 15 points (6-12 FG, 3-5 FT), eight rebounds, four assists and one steal across 23 minutes during Saturday's 121-78 victory over Indiana.

Duren finished as Detroit's fourth-leading scorer, though he played limited minutes as the squad took an early lead and stayed in control for the remainder of the blowout win. The big man led the Pistons in rebounds and chipped in four assists for the first time since Dec. 23, finishing one dime shy of his season high. Duren has appeared in just three of Detroit's seven games this month due to a right ankle sprain, averaging 15.0 points, 10.3 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 23.0 minutes per tilt over that stretch.

Robinson logged one point (0-1 FG, 1-4 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and one block in 19 minutes during Saturday's 106-99 loss to Phoenix.

This was Robinson's fourth consecutive double-digit rebounding effort and his third straight game with at least one swat. He usually won't do much in the points department, but if you need some help in boards and blocks, Robinson is worth a roster spot.

Wembanyama erupted for 39 points (12-23 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 11-14 FT), nine rebounds, three assists and two blocks over 31 minutes during Saturday's 126-123 win over the Timberwolves.

Wembanyama was locked in from the jump in this one, and he hit some clutch shots down the stretch in the win, scoring 10 of his 39 points during the final three minutes of play. Despite averaging just 28.8 minutes per game this season, Wembanyama has put up averages of 24.5 points, 10.9 rebounds, 3.0 assists and a league-leading 2.6 swats per contest.

Kleber will start against the Trail Blazers on Saturday, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

With Deandre Ayton (knee) and Jaxson Hayes (hamstring) unavailable, Kleber will get the starting nod for the first time this season. The veteran big man is averaging 1.6 points and 1.7 rebounds in 11.1 minutes per game through 19 regular-season appearances.

Reid (shoulder) will not return to Saturday's game versus the Spurs.

Reid will end his evening with zero points (0-1 FG) and one steal over five minutes. Joan Beringer started the second half of Saturday's game, so he stands to benefit if Reid needs to miss time with the shoulder injury.

Reid is questionable to return to Saturday's game against San Antonio due to left shoulder soreness.

Reid appears to have dodged a significant injury, but his return Saturday is currently up in the air. He missed his only shot attempt in the first quarter before heading to the locker room with the shoulder issue.

Ayton (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Trail Blazers, Thuc Nhi Nguyen of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Ayton will miss the front end of Los Angeles' back-to-back set due to left knee soreness, and his next opportunity to play will come Sunday against the Raptors. With the 27-year-old center and Jaxson Hayes (hamstring) both sidelined, Maxi Kleber, Drew Timme and Jarred Vanderbilt are all candidates for increased playing time.

Reid went to the locker room during the first quarter of Saturday's game against the Spurs with an undisclosed injury, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

Reid checked out at the 6:58 mark and immediately went to the locker room. The nature of his injury is unclear at this time, and he can be considered questionable to return until further notice. Rudy Gobert (hip) is out, so it would be up to Joan Beringer to step up if Reid is done for the night.

Kalkbrenner will start Saturday's game against the Warriors.

Kalkbrenner will draw the start after the team downgraded Moussa Diabate (hamstring) to out. Kalkbrenner has plenty of experience as a starter so far this season and is averaging 7.8 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.5 blocks in his last six appearances with the first unit.