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Turner (hip) is off the injury report ahead of Wednesday's game against the Mavericks.

Turner missed Monday's game against Minnesota because of a left hip contusion, but he's set to be available for the front end of Indiana's back-to-back Wednesday. The star big man should be able to handle his usual workload against Dallas, and his return would push Thomas Bryant back into the second unit.

Koloko recorded four points (2-2 FG), two rebounds and one assist in nine minutes in Monday's 125-109 win over the Spurs.

Koloko played only single digit minutes Monday but converted on both of his shot attempts. The 24-year-old has played in four consecutive games since being recalled from the G League, serving as the backup to starting center Jaxson Hayes. In those four games, Koloko has averaged 4.3 points and 3.3 rebounds in 14.8 minutes per game.

Hayes provided nine points (3-5 FG, 3-4 FT), 11 rebounds, three assists, one block and two steals across 28 minutes during Monday's 125-109 victory over San Antonio.

Hayes continues to tighten his grip on the starting center job for the shorthanded Lakers. He's trending up over his last five outings, averaging 12.2 points, 7.8 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.0 steals and 1.0 blocks on 53.1 percent shooting from the field. In that span, he's returned 10th-round value in nine-category formats.

Biyombo provided four points (2-3 FG), four rebounds and one assist across 20 minutes during Monday's 125-109 loss to the Lakers.

Despite holding down the fort as the starting center in San Antonio, Biyombo's upside has left a lot to be desired. Across 15 starts, Biyombo holds averages of 5.5 points, 5.2 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 0.9 blocks.

Reath supplied 15 points (5-11 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal across 23 minutes during Monday's 112-97 victory over the Wizards.

Robert Williams (knee) hasn't seen the floor since Feb. 22, and it's unclear when Deandre Ayton (calf) will be able to return, giving Reath a firm grip on the backup center minutes. He's trending up over his last three outings, averaging 10.0 points, 3.7 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 0.7 steals, 1.7 blocks and 2.0 three-pointers in just 19.8 minutes per contest.

Valanciunas finished with eight points (4-5 FG), five rebounds, three assists and three blocks across 16 minutes during Monday's 132-122 win over Memphis.

Domantas Sabonis suffered a right ankle injury during the third quarter of Monday's game against the Grizzlies and left for good after 12 minutes. It's unclear if Sabonis will miss the upcoming back-to-back set that begins Wednesday, but Valanciunas could be asked to step up if Sacramento's franchise center is unable to go. In 18 total starts this season, Valanciunas holds averages of 12.7 points, 11.2 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.1 blocks and 0.7 steals.

Bradley contributed 12 points (6-8 FG), nine rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal over 20 minutes during Monday's 132-130 overtime victory over the Timberwolves.

Bradley saw an expanded role Monday and recorded double-digit minutes for the first time this season, although that happened due to the absences of Myles Turner (hip), Pascal Siakam (personal) and Aaron Nesmith (ankle) in the frontcourt. The veteran made the most of the opportunity, setting several campaign-best marks while ending just one rebound shy of a double-double. One good game shouldn't alter his upside drastically, though, and Bradley should continue to be no more than a depth option in the Pacers' frontcourt.

Kessler recorded seven points (3-11 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 12 rebounds, three blocks and one assist over 31 minutes during Monday's 111-97 loss to the Bulls.

Kessler led the club in blocks Monday, marking his 36th outing with multiple swats across 52 regular-season appearances. Additionally, the 23-year-old racked up a game-best 12 rebounds and has logged double-digit boards in nine of his last 10 appearances. However, the big man struggled from the field, and over his past two games, he has shot 1-for-11 from beyond the arc. Kessler had attempted only six triples on the season before that two-game span.

Missi had 12 points (4-7 FG, 4-6 FT), 10 rebounds and two blocks in 22 minutes during Monday's 127-81 loss to the Pistons.

Missi recorded his 11th double-double on the season during his return from a two-game absence streak due to a sprained left ankle. He has now logged double-digit rebounds in 20 of his 64 regular-season appearances. Additionally, the rookie big man tied the game-high mark in blocks, racking up multiple swats for the 24th game this season.

Sabonis sustained an apparent right ankle injury during the third quarter of Monday's game against the Grizzlies and will not return, Matt George of ABC 10 Sacramento reports. He'll finish the game with six points (3-4 FG, 0-1 FT), four assists and one rebound across 12 minutes.

Sabonis exited to the locker room during the first quarter due to a laceration over his left eye, though he was able to return. However, the star big man seemingly rolled his right ankle in the third quarter and was unable to shoot the free throws before exiting to the locker room. Sabonis looked to be in a significant amount of pain as he limped off the floor, and he required assistance getting back to the locker room. Jonas Valanciunas and Trey Lyles will likely pick up the slack the rest of the way.