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Sabonis (illness) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Lakers.

Sabonis was absent from practice Friday and missed Thursday's loss to the Pistons, but the questionable tag leaves the door for him to return after a one-game absence. If he's unable to suit up, however, either Alex Len or Trey Lyles could get the start at center.

Collins (hip) is questionable to face the 76ers on Saturday.

Collins has missed the Jazz's last two games due to a left hip contusion. The questionable tag suggests a decision on his status will be made Saturday closer to the 9:30 p.m. tipoff. Micah Potter could replace him in the frontcourt if he's unable to go, though Utah decided to play small and inserted Isaiah Collier in the backcourt in the 122-120 loss to the Trail Blazers on Thursday.

Huff (ankle) is available for Friday's game against the Pelicans.

Huff is set to return Friday from a four-game absence due to a left ankle sprain. In the 10 games prior to his injury, he averaged 8.7 points and 3.3 rebounds over 16.1 minutes per contest. Huff will join Brandon Clarke in providing big-man depth off the Grizzlies' bench behind rookie starter Zach Edey.

Porzingis (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game versus the Pacers, Gary Washburn of The Boston Globe reports.

Porzingis has been downgraded from questionable to out Friday due to a left ankle sprain he suffered against Philadelphia. Al Horford and Luke Kornet should receive extended minutes in his absence. Porzingis' next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Indiana.

Carlson (concussion) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Charlotte.

Carlson is set to miss a third straight game while in the concussion protocol. The rookie center won't be part of the Thunder rotation once he's cleared to play again.

Okongwu (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's matchup against the Heat, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Okongwu will miss his fifth consecutive outing while he deals with left knee inflammation. There is no clear timetable for his return, though his next chance to play will come Sunday against the Raptors.

Williams (thumb) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Thunder.

Williams is in jeopardy of missing his second contest over the club's last four outings while he deals with left thumb soreness. If the big man is sidelined, Nick Richards will likely get the starting nod, with Moussa Diabate receiving an increased role off the bench.

Sabonis (illness) did not practice Friday, Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee reports.

The star big man was held out of Thursday's loss to the Pistons due to the illness, and his absence from practices bodes poorly for his status in Saturday's game against the Lakers. Alex Len and Trey Lyles both saw extended playing time in Sabonis' absence, and the 28-year-old can be considered questionable at best for Saturday's matchup until the team provides another update.

Embiid is listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus the Jazz due to a left foot sprain and right sinus fracture.

After suiting up in each of Philadelphia's last two outings, Embiid is now in danger of missing Saturday's contest. If Embiid is ultimately downgraded to out against Utah, Andre Drummond (toe) and Guerschon Yabusele are candidates to receive increased playing time.

Drummond (toe) is listed as probable for Saturday's game against Utah.

Drummond sustained the sprained left toe during Monday's loss to the Spurs, and he was sidelined for Wednesday's win over the Celtics. However, the probable tag bodes well for the veteran big man's status, and he'll likely give it a go against the Jazz.