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Carter will start Sunday's game against the Nets.

After three games off the bench, Carter will move back into the starting lineup, as the Magic will be without Anthony Black (back), Paolo Banchero (oblique), Franz Wagner (oblique) and Moritz Wagner (knee). As a starter this season, Carter has averaged 7.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.4 steals-plus-blocks in 25.5 minutes per game.

Carlson (concussion) isn't listed on the injury report for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.

Carlson missed three straight games due to a concussion but should suit up Sunday. However, it's unlikely the rookie sees any playing time, as he's made only four NBA appearances this season.

Porzingis (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pacers, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Porzingis will miss his second consecutive outing due to a left ankle sprain. With the big man sidelined, Al Horford will likely draw another start. Porzingis' next chance to feature will come Tuesday against the Raptors.

Zeller (personal) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Toronto, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Zeller remains away from the team due to personal reasons. There is no clear timetable for the big man's return, though his next chance to feature will come Wednesday against the Nuggets.

Okongwu (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Raptors, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Okongwu has missed five straight games due to left knee inflammation but may return to action Sunday. His presence would be a huge lift, as Larry Nance could miss time after leaving Saturday's win over the Heat due to a right hand injury.

Gafford closed Saturday's 126-122 loss to the Trail Blazers with 15 points (6-8 FG, 3-4 FT), nine rebounds, five blocks and one steal across 28 minutes.

With Dereck Lively (hip) sidelined, Gafford has taken over the role at the five with efficiency and effectiveness. While the 26-year old has the goods to be a starter for most NBA teams, he's had to contend with Lively since the former's move from Washington, limiting his fantasy potential. He's performing exceptionally well at the moment, but he'll be in a timeshare when Lively gets back.

Ayton closed Saturday's 126-122 victory over the Mavericks with 21 points (9-15 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 16 rebounds, one assist, three blocks and two steals across 36 minutes.

Ayton was effective against Dallas' interior as the opponent continued to operate without Dereck Lively's (hip) services. Saturday proved to be a great opportunity to steal a win against a shorthanded Mavericks squad, and Ayton had a field day with his second-highest scoring total and his best rebounding result of the season.

Davis racked up 36 points (12-16 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 11-13 FT), 15 rebounds and eight assists in 39 minutes during Saturday's 132-122 win over Sacramento.

Davis missed just four of his 16 shots from the field and ended just two assists away from a triple-double in what ended being a strong two-way effort while also limiting the impact of Domantas Sabonis. Additionally, Davis looked healthy and didn't show any lingering effects of the ankle injury that limited him to just seven minutes on Christmas Day against the Warriors. Davis is averaging 22.5 points, 11.5 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 2.0 blocks, 1.2 steals and 0.6 three-pointers made per game since the beginning of December.

Sabonis racked up 14 points (6-13 FG, 2-3 3Pt), 12 rebounds and seven assists over 26 minutes before fouling out of Saturday's 132-122 loss to the Lakers.

Sabonis returned after a one-game absence due to an illness and posted a solid stat line, ending just three dimes away from recording what would've been his fifth triple-double of the season. He extended his double-double streak to nine contests, though, averaging a robust 20.7 points, 15.4 rebounds and 5.6 assists per game in that stretch.

Embiid recorded 32 points (10-21 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 11-13 FT), five rebounds, four assists, three blocks and four steals over 35 minutes during Saturday's 114-111 win over the Jazz.

Embiid joined Tyrese Maxey with a team-leading total of 32 points as the Sixers held off a late Jazz rally to seal the win. Embiid's rebound numbers were uncharacteristically low as Guerschon Yabusele led the team with eight boards, but Embiid mixed it up enough to earn several trips to the charity stripe, where he padded his total with 11 points. Embiid has managed to string together three starts despite his ailments, but the upcoming back-to-back against Portland may be another spot where he takes a seat.