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Collins recorded nine points (2-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), nine rebounds, one assist, three blocks and one steal across 25 minutes during Thursday's 116-110 victory over the Nets.

Collins didn't have a lot of touches on offense or a ton of minutes overall, but he made the most of his time out there. Collins not only finished one rebound and one point away from posting a double-double, but he also outplayed Nikola Vucevic, who was returning to the first unit, by a sizable margin. That said, Collins should continue to play off the bench in the foreseeable future, so his fantasy upside should remain fairly limited.

Vucevic produced seven points (3-6 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds and three assists in 23 minutes during Thursday's 116-110 win over the Nets.

Vucevic was making his first start since Feb. 22, but he didn't deliver the stat line many fantasy managers would've expected out of him. The veteran struggled to make an impact on both ends of the court and posted a relatively pedestrian line across his 23 minutes of action. Vucevic should remain in the starting lineup going forward, though, so managers who still trust him can be confident that his numbers might improve in the coming games.

Valanciunas closed with five points (2-7 FG, 1-2 FT), nine rebounds and one block across 14 minutes during Thursday's 130-104 loss to Golden State.

The big man struggled on the offensive end while receiving the starting nod for the sixth consecutive contest due to Domantas Sabonis (hamstring) being sidelined. During that six-game span, Valanciunas has averaged 12.0 points, 12.2 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.0 blocks across 26.7 minutes per contest. However, the 32-year-old played only 14 minutes Thursday, as Trey Lyles (22 minutes) received a slight uptick in playing time in the second unit.

Sarr notched 19 points (7-12 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, three assists and four blocks in 30 minutes during Thursday's 129-125 win over Detroit.

Sarr led Washington on both ends of the floor Thursday, pacing all Wizards in scoring and blocks in a well-rounded performance. Sarr has tallied at least 15 points and four blocks in two contests this season. Over his last five appearances, Sarr has averaged 14.8 points, 8.4 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 2.2 blocks in 28.0 minutes per game.

Porzingis (illness), who is listed as questionable for Friday's game against Miami, participated in Friday's shootaround, Noa Dalzell of SBNation.com reports.

Porzingis has missed the club's last seven outings due to a lingering illness, though his participation in shootaround bodes well for his availability. If the big man is unable to suit up, Neemias Queta and Luke Kornet are candidates for an uptick in playing time behind Al Horford (toe), who is probable to suit up. Over his last five appearances, Porzingis has averaged 17.8 points, 5.6 rebounds, 1.4 assists, 1.4 blocks and 1.2 steals across 30.8 minutes per contest.

Duren finished with 18 points (8-10 FG, 2-2 FT), 14 rebounds and one block over 30 minutes during Thursday's 129-125 loss to the Wizards.

Duren led Detroit in the paint Thursday, leading all players in rebounds while finishing as one of six Pistons with a double-digit point total in a near 20-point double-double performance. Duren has tallied at least 15 points and 10 boards in 16 outings this season.

Richards (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against the Kings.

Richards didn't play Wednesday against the Rockets due to right ankle soreness, and the same injury has him questionable for this contest. If he doesn't suit up, Mason Plumlee would see the bulk of minutes at center against Sacramento.

Collins is not in the Bulls' starting lineup against the Nets on Thursday.

Collins will cede his place in the starting lineup to Nikola Vucevic on Thursday. Collins started in the Bulls' last eight games, and over that span he averaged 14.9 points on 58.7 percent shooting (including 37.0 percent from three on 3.4 3PA/G), 9.8 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.0 steals over 28.8 minutes per contest.

Vucevic is starting Thursday's game against the Nets.

Vucevic will return to his usual starting role Thursday after coming off the bench in his first game back from a calf injury Monday, but he'll be held between 28-to-30 minutes, per his head coach. Zach Collins is moving back to the bench with Vucevic running with the starters.

Bassey (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Hornets, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Bassey remains out and doesn't have a clear timetable for his return. His next chance to suit up will come against the Pelicans on Saturday in the second leg of a back-to-back set.