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Hartenstein contributed 12 points (5-9 FG, 2-4 FT), 10 rebounds, five assists, three blocks and two steals over 31 minutes during Saturday's 113-107 win over the Pistons.

Even though Shai Gilgeous-Alexander carried the Thunder on offense in this tough road matchup, the contributions made by Hartenstein on both ends of the court can't be overlooked. The big man filled the stat sheet admirably and recorded at least two tallies in each of the five major categories for the third time this season. Hartenstein also recorded a double-double for the 24th time this season, and the status of both Chet Holmgren (rest) and Jalen Williams (hip) will determine Hartenstein's role in the upcoming games.

Looney finished with two points (1-1 FG) and three rebounds in six minutes during Saturday's 97-94 victory over New York.

Looney managed just six minutes in the loss, the fewest he has played since Christmas day. The improved play of Quinten Post has seen Looney relegated to the backup role once again. He began the season behind Trayce Jackson-Davis, who himself has basically fallen out of the rotation altogether. Although he typically plays minutes in the teens, Looney is unlikely to step into a sizeable role any time soon.

Sharpe ended Saturday's 115-113 loss to the Celtics with nine points (4-10 FG, 1-2 FT), 16 rebounds and five assists across 31 minutes.

Making his second start of the season for the resting Nic Claxton, Sharpe crashed the glass for a season-high 16 rebounds Saturday to pace the Nets in this area. Given that Claxton is not dealing with an injury, Sharpe is likely to revert back to the second unit in Sunday's tilt against Atlanta. However, Sharpe has impressed in his limited run as a starter in 2024-25, averaging 17.0 points, 15.5 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 1.5 blocks, 1.0 steals and 1.0 three-pointers in 30.8 minutes through two games in the first unit.

Porzingis (illness) recorded 24 points (9-16 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 5-6 FT), two rebounds and one block across 32 minutes Saturday in the Celtics' 115-113 win over the Nets.

Though he didn't offer much of a multi-category impact Saturday, Porzingis' efficient scoring performance was a welcome sight for fantasy managers after he had missed Boston's last eight games with a non-COVID-related illness. Though Porzingis was expected to be on a playing-time restriction Saturday, he ended up exceeding his season-long average of 28.9 minutes per game. Porzingis will now get two days to rest up and recover before the Celtics return to action with a rematch with the Nets in Boston on Tuesday.

Williams is questionable for Sunday's game against the Raptors due to a left knee sprain.

The big man has been dealing with injuries throughout the season, and his status for Sunday's game will be determined closer to Sunday's 6 p.m. ET tipoff. Williams has been limited to just one appearance since the All-Star break, playing 25 minutes and logging eight points, six rebounds, two steals and two blocks in a 110-102 loss to the Lakers.

Richards (ankle) is probable for Sunday's game against the Lakers.

Richards has missed two games in a row due to the injury, but the probable tag suggests the big man is expected to return to action. If that's the case, then Richards should return to the starting unit while Mason Plumlee moves to the second unit.

Jemison (illness) is not on the injury report and should be available for Sunday's game against the Suns.

Jemison missed Friday's game against the Nuggets due to an illness, but he should return to action Sunday. His role remains uncertain, but it wouldn't be surprising if he starts if Jaxson Hayes (knee) doesn't play.

Hayes (knee) is probable for Sunday's game against the Suns.

Hayes has missed the Lakers' last four games, but the probable tag suggests he might be ready to return Sunday. Prior to the injury, Hayes had started in 16 games in a row for the Lakers, averaging 8.3 points, 5.6 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.4 blocks across 23.4 minutes per game.

Jokic (elbow/ankle) is available for Saturday's game against the Wizards.

Jokic was expected to suit up Saturday, so his upgrade in status isn't surprising. The star big man has been playing at a high level all season, and it wouldn't be surprising if he dominates the Wizards, as he posted a season-high 56 points in a loss to Washington on Dec. 7. Jokic is averaging 27.7 points, 13.7 rebounds, 9.0 assists and 1.7 steals per game since the beginning of March.

Poeltl (rest) is available for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Poeltl was rested in Friday's game against the Jazz, but his absence from the injury report suggests that the big man should return to his regular role Sunday. Poeltl is averaging 15.8 points, 7.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists per game since the beginning of March.