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Duren is probable for Thursday's game against the Kings due to a left ankle sprain.

Duren has appeared in four straight games since missing a Dec. 12 loss in Boston due to a wrist injury. The big man is expected to play through the minor ankle sprain, but he's scored in double figures only once over his last four appearances, averaging 10.0 points, 10.8 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.0 steals in 29.8 minutes per game during that stretch.

Davis (shoulder) is available for Wednesday's game against the Warriors, Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports.

Davis and LeBron James (foot) have both been upgraded from questionable to available and will suit up for the Lakers' Christmas Day game. Davis hasn't missed a game since Nov. 6, and over his last 21 appearances, he's averaged 24.6 points, 11.8 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 2.3 blocks and 1.2 steals in 35.1 minutes per game.

Zeller (personal) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Bulls.

Zeller remains away from the team due to personal reasons. He doesn't have a return timetable.

Carlson (concussion) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Pacers.

Carlson will miss a second straight game due to a concussion. However, he wasn't part of the rotation before suffering the injury, so his absence shouldn't have any fantasy impact.

Bagley has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Hornets with a right knee sprain.

Bagley left Monday's loss to the Thunder due to a knee injury that looked to be fairly seriously. The Wizards are labeling his injury as a sprain, but the team hasn't provided word on its severity. Bagley should be viewed as day-to-day until the Wizards provide a clearer update on his condition, but he'll most likely be headed for a multi-game absence.

Porzingis is doubtful to return to Wednesday's game against the 76ers due to left ankle soreness.

Porzingis posted nine points (3-8 FG, 3-6 3Pt), three assists and two rebounds in 13 minutes during the first half but likely won't play in the second half. Luke Kornet started the second half in Porzingis' place.

Sarr (back) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Hornets.

Sarr may miss a second straight game due to lower back soreness, which also cost the rookie two games earlier in December. If Sarr remains sidelined, Jonas Valanciunas would likely stick in the starting lineup.

Huff (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Raptors.

Huff hasn't played since suffering an ankle injury during a Dec. 15 loss to the Lakers. His next chance to suit up will come Friday in New Orleans. He's day-to-day, according to Drew Hill of The Daily Memphian, so he might have a shot at playing in the second leg of this back-to-back set.

Wembanyama chipped in 42 points (16-31 FG, 6-16 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 18 rebounds, four assists, four blocks and one steal in 40 minutes during Wednesday's 117-114 loss to New York.

Wembanyama was magnificent in the loss, continuing to produce at an elite level despite his relative inexperience. After what some considered a slow start to the season, Wembanyama has been a one-man wrecking crew of late, averaging a mind-blowing 28.7 points, 10.3 rebounds, 4.6 assists, 4.4 blocks and 3.9 three-pointers per game over the past month.

Poeltl (groin) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Memphis

Poeltl will miss his fourth consecutive contest due to a bilateral groin strain. His next opportunity to take the court comes Sunday versus Atlanta, but Toronto could opt to exercise caution with the big man. Kelly Olynyk and Jonathan Mogbo have been absorbing most of the minutes at center thus far during Poeltl's absence.