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Bassey amassed five points (2-3 FG, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, two blocks and one steal across 11 minutes during Wednesday's 129-115 loss to the Grizzlies.

Bassey continues to serve as the primary backup behind Victor Wembanyama, recording at least one block for the third straight game. As long as Wembanyama is healthy, Bassey's opportunities will be limited. However, it is clear he has moved ahead of Zach Collins in the rotation, meaning should Wembanyama miss any time moving forward, Bassey would be next in line to assume the starting role.

Huff ended with 11 points (4-6 FG, 3-5 3Pt), one rebound and one block across 11 minutes during Wednesday's 129-115 win over the Spurs.

Huff returned from a one-game absence, adding depth to the center rotation in Memphis. The team is currently running with Huff, Zach Edey and Brandon Clarke, limiting the opportunities for all three. Whatever they are doing seems to be working, meaning Huff is unlikely to move into a sizeable role, at least not with the team's current mindset.

Theis closed with two points (1-4 FG), five rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 19 minutes during Wednesday's 119-116 win over the Mavericks.

Theis continues to play limited minutes behind Yves Missi, having now played fewer than 20 minutes in eight of the past 10 games. Now on the wrong side of 30, it's hard to envisage Theis stepping into a larger role, at least not on a consistent basis. He should be able to provide the Pelicans with a semi-reliable veteran piece, something they need desperately given the season they are going though.

Missi recorded 12 points (5-7 FG, 2-4 FT), six rebounds, two blocks and one steal over 29 minutes during Wednesday's 119-116 win over the Mavericks.

Missi saw a slight increase in playing time, thanks largely to the fact that Zion Williamson was resting on the second night of a back-to-back set. Despite continuing to start for the Pelicans, Missi's production has declined lately, averaging just 8.0 points, 7.3 rebounds and 1.6 blocks per game over the past two weeks. The eventual return of Brandon Ingram from an ankle injury could also impact Missi, making him a tough player to project moving forward.

Powell racked up one assist across four minutes during Wednesday's 119-116 loss to the Pelicans.

Powell logged fewer than 10 minutes for the seventh time in the past eight games, continuing his underwhelming season. At this point, he is basically the fourth-string center in the Mavericks rotation, playing behind Dereck Lively (ankle), Daniel Gafford and Maxi Kleber.

Gafford accumulated 27 points (12-13 FG, 3-4 FT), 12 rebounds, two assists and two blocks across 30 minutes during Wednesday's 119-116 loss to the Pelicans.

Gafford took over the starting role, replacing Dereck Lively who was ruled out due to an ankle injury. After weeks of playing second fiddle to Lively, Gafford was able to showcase his talents, recording his first double-double in more than six weeks. As long as Lively is sidelined, Gafford should continue to log heavy minutes on a team clawing and scratching for every win in a loaded Western Conference.

Claxton (hamstring) has been made available for Wednesday's game against the Clippers, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Claxton missed Tuesday's game on the road against the Trail Blazers with a hamstring issue but will be back in action for the Nets on Wednesday against the Clippers. The Nets big man is averaging 10.0 points, 7.6 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.2 blocks per game this season, shooting 54.8 percent from the field.

Davis (foot) will play Wednesday against Miami, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Davis landed his regular probable tag ahead of Wednesday's tilt and, as expected, will suit up. In his last four games, Davis is averaging 24.8 points, 14.3 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 4.3 combined steals-plus-blocks across 35.5 minutes.

Eubanks will come off the bench for Wednesday's game against Charlotte.

Eubanks drew a spot start Sunday while Walker Kessler rested, but Kessler reclaimed a starting role Wednesday and pushed Eubanks to the bench. Eubanks is averaging 5.0 points and 4.4 rebounds across 14.5 minutes per game this season.

Jordan will start Wednesday's game against Houston.

Nikola Jokic suffered an elbow injury during pregame warmups and was ruled out, leaving an opportunity for Jordan to enter the first unit for the second time this season. In his other start, which came Jan. 8 against the Clippers, Jordan logged 12 points, nine rebounds and two steals across 23 minutes.