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Filipowski posted 18 points (7-12 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 3-5 FT), 13 rebounds, one assist and two steals across 34 minutes during Friday's 129-93 loss to the Nuggets.

Making his fourth straight start and ninth in 16 appearances in March, Filipowski recorded his 10th double-double of the season while holding his own in a matchup with Nikola Jokic. Filipowski is averaging 15.2 points, 7.5 boards, 2.0 assists, 1.9 threes and 0.9 steals on the month while shooting 53.0 percent from the floor in 25.1 minutes a contest, and with the Jazz seemingly in no rush to get Lauri Markkanen (conditioning) and Walker Kessler (illness) back onto the court, the rookie center could continue to see an elevated workload.

Gobert racked up 17 points (8-9 FG, 1-2 FT), 13 rebounds, one assist, one block and four steals in 38 minutes during Friday's 124-109 victory over the Suns.

The 32-year-old center quickly got back into form after developing back trouble right before the All-Star break, which cost him 10 games. Over his last eight appearances, Gobert has recorded five double-doubles including three straight, averaging 11.4 points, 10.5 boards, 1.6 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.0 blocks over that stretch while shooting 69.2 percent from the floor.

Jokic finished with 27 points (8-18 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 10-12 FT), 14 rebounds, six assists and four steals in 32 minutes during Friday's 129-93 win over the Jazz.

Jokic finished just four assists away from recording a triple-double, but his ability to fill the stat sheet wasn't the only thing that stood out. The star center will probably most be remembered for the absurd buzzer-beater he sank with a one-handed shot from the Nuggets' three-point line. This was the sixth straight game in which Jokic scored more than 25 points, a span in which he's also recorded three double-doubles and one triple-double.

Horford (toe) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Spurs, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

This season, Horford has been a mainstay on the Celtics' injury report due to a left big toe sprain. It's prevented him from playing in both games of a back-to-back set and could cause him to be sidelined for Saturday's contest. Horford's absence would pave the way for Luke Kornet, Neemias Queta and Sam Hauser to see more playing time. Horford has started in each of his last 11 outings and has averaged 11.4 points, 8.4 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.9 blocks over 32.0 minutes per game.

Jokic (ankle) has been cleared to play in Friday's game against the Jazz.

Jokic is dealing with an ankle issue, but that won't keep him off the floor on Friday. The three-time NBA MVP is coming off a 39-point triple-double against the Bucks and seems to be firing on all cylinders ahead of Friday's matchup against the Jazz.

Kessler (illness) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Nuggets, Tony Jones of The Athletic reports.

The star big man will have a few days to recover from the illness, with his next chance to play coming Monday against the Nuggets. In Kessler's absence Friday, the Jazz will likely tun to Kyle Filipowski and Oscar Tshiebwe to cover the available center minutes.

Robinson is not in the Raptors' starting lineup against the Hornets on Friday, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Robinson started in Wednesday's blowout win over the Nets and finished with 23 points, 12 rebounds, three assists and one block in 24 minutes. He'll revert to a bench role Friday due to the return of Jakob Poeltl (rest).

Drummond (toe) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Heat.

Drummond didn't practice Friday due to the sprained left toe, and there's no clear timetable for his return to game action. The veteran big man's next chance to suit up will come Sunday against the Raptors.

Jones (hip) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Bulls.

Jones sustained the left hip contusion during Thursday's win over the Magic, and he played only seven minutes before exiting to the locker room. If the big man is sidelined Saturday, Anthony Davis (adductor) and Dwight Powell could shoulder the workload at center, especially if P.J. Washington (ankle) is sidelined.

Lively (ankle) is doubtful for Saturday's game against the Bulls.

Lively has been dealing with a right ankle injury and hasn't played since Jan. 14. Even though he's been ramping up of late and even practiced with the Texas Legends of the G League earlier this month, it seems he's not ready to return to action yet. If he is ruled out, Lively's next chance to play will come against the Nets on Monday.