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Edey finished with five points (2-4 FG, 1-2 FT), 19 rebounds, three blocks and two assists over 32 minutes during Friday's 112-107 win over the Clippers.

Although Edey had a muted impact in the scoring column, he grabbed a game- and season-high 19 rebounds. He also swatted a game-best three shots. The second-year center has tallied at least 15 boards in each of his last three completed games, dominating on the glass during that stretch. Through seven regular-season appearances, he's averaging 11.0 points, 10.3 rebounds and 1.9 blocks in 24.7 minutes per contest.

Adebayo totaled 15 points (5-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals in 33 minutes during Saturday's 138-135 loss to the Pistons.

Adebayo was unable to reach the 20-point mark, but he made his presence felt defensively and was also active enough on the glass to record a double-double for the third time in his last four appearances. Adebayo has scored at least 15 points in his six outings since returning from a toe injury in mid-November, and that consistency should make him a reliable fantasy option in all formats, although he's no longer the No. 1 or No. 2 scoring option for the Heat.

Richards posted zero points (0-2 FG) and three rebounds in seven minutes off the bench during Saturday's 130-112 loss to the Nuggets.

Richards had an opportunity to step things up Saturday, following the announcement that Mark Williams would miss the game due to a calf injury. Despite the lack of center depth, Richards still managed to play only seven minutes, continuing what has been a terrible season thus far. Through 21 games, he is averaging just 3.8 points and 3.4 rebounds in 9.8 minutes per contest.

Huff provided 14 points (5-9 FG, 4-8 3Pt), eight rebounds, two assists and four blocks across 25 minutes during Saturday's 103-101 victory over the Bulls.

Huff has started at center in the Pacers' last two games, and the results have been encouraging since he's racked up 26 points, 14 rebounds, four assists and eight blocks combined across both contests. His ability to protect the rim and produce on offense might allow him to keep the starting gig at this time, as he's been an upgrade -- both in fantasy and in real life -- over the other center options on the Pacers roster.

Vucevic finished with 16 points (5-14 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds, six assists and one steal in 30 minutes during Saturday's 103-101 loss to the Pacers.

Vucevic finished just two boards away from recording another double-double, and he also posted excellent numbers as a playmaker. The big man, who missed the Bulls' 143-130 loss to the Pelicans on Nov. 24 due to a knee issue, looked healthy and logged over 30 minutes for the first time since Nov. 19. He should be available and productive going forward. Despite being a secondary offensive option at times, Vucevic has already notched eight double-doubles this season.

Queta finished Saturday's 119-115 loss to the Timberwolves with 19 points (7-8 FG, 5-8 FT), 18 rebounds and two blocks in 29 minutes.

Queta was upgraded to available shortly before the start of the game, and the big man delivered an impressive performance. He matched his previous career-best scoring mark while also setting a new career-high output in rebounds. This was Queta's fourth double-double of the season.

Powell will start Saturday against the Clippers, Christian Clark of The Athletic reports.

With Anthony Davis (calf), Daniel Gafford (ankle) and Dereck Lively (foot) all sidelined, Powell will get the starting nod for the first time this season. The veteran big man has averaged just 4.7 minutes per game in his last three appearances and will likely split time with Moussa Cisse at center.

Clingan is questionable for Sunday's game against the Thunder due to an illness.

Clingan could be on the verge of missing a game for the first time this season since he's dealing with an illness. The second-year big man has been a regular starter at center for the Blazers, averaging 10.2 points, 10.0 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.5 blocks per game through 19 contests. If he's unable to play, Robert Williams and Duop Reath would be the next in line to see minutes at center.

Richards will start Saturday against the Nuggets.

With Mark Williams (calf) sidelined, Richards will enter the starting five. In his previous two starts this season, the big man averaged 4.0 points and 6.0 rebounds in 18.5 minutes per contest.

Hartenstein sustained a right soleus strain and will be re-evaluated in 10-to-14 days, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

Hartenstein was a late scratch ahead of Friday's win over Phoenix and will now miss an extended period due to the soleus strain. With the big man sidelined, Jaylin Williams and Kenrich Williams are candidates for increased minutes. Across 19 regular-season appearances thus far, Hartenstein has averaged 12.2 points, 10.7 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.3 steals in 27.8 minutes per contest.