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Gobert (back) is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Heat.

Gobert is in danger of missing his ninth straight contest Friday due to lower back injury maintenance. If Gobert is downgraded to out yet again, Naz Reid should continue to start at center.

Ware (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Timberwolves.

Ware will miss a third straight game Friday for the Heat, as he continues to deal with a sprained left knee. Miami will likely continue to lean on Kevin Love, Kyle Anderson, Pelle Larsson and Haywood Highsmith in the frontcourt.

Vucevic (calf) will not play Thursday against the Magic.

Vucevic, previously listed as doubtful, will sit out his sixth straight game. Vucevic said he was hopeful to return during this two-game road trip, so a return against the Heat on Saturday could be on the table.

Hartenstein closed Wednesday's 120-103 victory over Memphis with 10 points (5-9 FG), 15 rebounds, two assists, one block and three steals in 28 minutes.

Hartenstein posted a double-double for the third time across his last four appearances, and he's been a reliable presence down low for the Thunder. Even though he's not tasked with carrying the team offensively, he's been delivering solid value with his contributions. Over his last 10 appearances (nine starts), the big man is averaging 9.6 points, 9.0 rebounds, 3.7 assists and a combined 1.8 steals-plus-blocks across 25.7 minutes, so his two-way play has been key for the Thunder.

Sarr closed Wednesday's 125-122 victory over Utah with 21 points (8-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds, four assists, two blocks and one steal over 29 minutes.

Sarr reached the 20-point mark for the first time since Feb. 21, when he notched 22 points and seven boards in a loss to the Bucks. The rookie Frenchman has been struggling with injuries lately, and he's been limited to just five appearances since the beginning of November. The lack of availability limits his upside a bit.

Filipowski recorded 23 points (10-17 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 13 rebounds and one block over 29 minutes during Wednesday's 125-122 loss to the Wizards.

Filipowski has started in three of the Jazz's eight games since the end of the All-Star break, and the former Duke standout has been playing at a high level of late. During those eight contests, he's scored in double digits six times and has notched four double-doubles, averaging 15.0 points, 7.8 rebounds and 2.9 assists per contest.

Horford is out for Thursday's game versus the 76ers due to a left big toe sprain, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Horford will continue to sit out one leg of Boston's back-to-backs Thursday due to his toe injury. With Kristaps Porzingis (knee) also out, Neemias Queta and Luke Kornet are set to receive the bulk of the team's center minutes against Philadelphia. Horford's next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with the Lakers.

Porzingis (illness) is out for Thursday's game versus the 76ers, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Porzingis will miss his fourth straight contest Thursday due to an illness. With Al Horford (toe) also out, Luke Kornet and Neemias Queta should receive the majority of Boston's center minutes against Philadelphia. Porzingis' next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with the Lakers.

Castleton agreed to a 10-day deal with the Raptors on Thursday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

Castleton began the 2024-25 campaign with the Grizzlies before being waived and joining the G League's Osceola Magic. He'll now have the opportunity to compete for depth minutes at center with Toronto.

Adebayo ended Wednesday's 112-107 loss to Cleveland with 34 points (11-18 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 9-9 FT), 12 rebounds, five assists and two steals in 38 minutes.

Adebayo carried the Heat offensively and posted an impressive stat line, but his efforts were not enough to lift Miami to a win against the team with the best record in the NBA. Adebayo has been excellent since the end of the All-Star break. He has three double-doubles in eight contests over that span, averaging 22.3 points, 9.3 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 1.3 steals and 0.3 blocks per contest.