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Carlson amassed zero points (0-2 FG, 0-2 3Pt) and one assist over two minutes during Tuesday's 136-120 victory over the Lakers.

Carlson was added to the rotation during garbage time, a trend that is all too familiar this season. He has appeared in nine of the past 11 games, with seven of those appearances coming in the dying moments. In 29 games this season, he has averaged 3.0 points and 1.4 rebounds in 6.2 minutes per contest.

Koloko totaled two points (2-2 FT) and one rebound over two minutes during Tuesday's 136-120 loss to the Thunder.

Koloko continues to be used sparingly by the Lakers, appearing for just the second time in the past 11 games, both of which have been during garbage time. Despite the fact Jaxson Hayes has been serviceable at best, Koloko has not featured as a meaningful part of the rotation. In his past eight games, Koloko has averaged just 3.4 points and 3.0 rebounds in 10.6 minutes per game.

Hayes had seven points (3-4 FG, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, two assists and two blocks over 27 minutes during Tuesday's 136-120 loss to the Thunder.

Hayes continues to start for the Lakers but has been unable to put up anything close to meaningful numbers, particularly on the offensive end. Over his past 14 games, Hayes has averaged just 20.4 minutes per game despite starting in all 14. He has produced 8.3 points, 5.8 rebounds and 0.7 blocks per contest in that time.

Okongwu ended Tuesday's 119-112 loss to the Magic with 30 points (9-17 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 8-8 FT), 14 rebounds, four assists and three steals across 40 minutes.

Okongwu stuffed the stat sheet against Orlando, recording a team- and career-high mark in points Tuesday. Moreover, the 24-year-old sank a career-high four triples. The fifth-year big man also posted a game-high mark in rebounds en route to his second consecutive double-double, marking his 27th such outing on the season. Okongwu also led the Hawks with three steals and has logged multiple swipes in 18 of his 72 regular-season appearances thus far.

Edey amassed 17 points (7-9 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 19 rebounds, one block and three steals over 31 minutes during Tuesday's 124-100 victory over the Hornets.

Edey has been a glass-crashing machine as of late, averaging 17.3 boards per contest across his last four outings. The rookie big man isn't quite a consistent double-double threat due to his inconsistent scoring output, but he was Memphis' third-leading scorer Tuesday. Edey has also blocked at least one shot in each of his last seven appearances.

Richards (elbow) is available for Tuesday's game against the Warriors.

Richards will shake off a probable tag Tuesday due to right elbow soreness. Over his last five outings (four starts), the big man has averaged 6.2 points and 5.8 rebounds across 22.2 minutes per contest.

Sengun is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Clippers due to lower back soreness.

Sengun is in danger of missing his first game since March 3 due to lower back soreness. If Sengun is ultimately downgraded to out, Steven Adams and Jock Landale are candidates to receive increased playing time.

Reath (knee) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Jazz.

Reath is in danger of missing his third straight contest Wednesday due to right knee soreness. If Reath is downgraded to out yet again, Jabari Walker should continue to receive increased playing time.

Kessler (nose/concussion) is out for Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers.

A nasal fracture and concussion will keep Kessler from playing Wednesday. With two games left on the 2024-25 calendar for the rebuilding Jazz, it wouldn't be shocking if Kessler has made his final appearance this season. Kyle Filipowski has averaged 13.8 points, 9.0 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 0.9 steals and 0.7 blocks in 28.7 minutes over his last nine outings as starter, and he should continue to fill in for Kessler at center against Portland.

Ayton is out for Wednesday's game against the Jazz due to a left calf strain.

Wednesday will mark a 26th absence in a row for Ayton. Although Portland has not yet officially ruled out the star big man for the reminder of the year, it would be somewhat surprising to see him appear in either of the club's final two contests given the lack of updates on his status since he went down. Donovan Clingan has averaged 8.0 points, 10.1 rebounds, 1.9 blocks and 1.1 steals in 28.4 minutes over his last seven games in Ayton's stead.