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Powell (groin) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against Toronto.

Powell missed four consecutive contests due to an illness before returning for Tuesday's 121-95 loss to the Raptors. However, he's back on the injury report for Thursday's rematch because of right groin soreness, an issue he has dealt with throughout the campaign. If Powell can't suit up, Jaime Jaquez, Kasparas Jakucionis and Pelle Larsson might see even more work.

Kolek is questionable for Thursday's game against the Celtics due to a right oblique strain.

Kolek is the only injury casualty for the Knicks ahead of their rivalry matchup against the Celtics, but even if Kolek is given the green light to play, he might not carry a lot of fantasy appeal in most formats. He's averaging just 7.5 minutes per game in 11 appearances off the bench since the beginning of March.

Sheppard (hip) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Nets.

Sheppard has missed the Pacers' last two games, and while the questionable tag leaves the door open for his return, a final call on his availability will presumably be made closer to Thursday's 7:30 p.m. ET tipoff. Ethan Thompson and Quenton Jackson should see more minutes if Sheppard remains sidelined.

Minott (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Pacers.

Minott is dealing with left ankle soreness and will miss the front end of this back-to-back set. His next opportunity to play will come Friday in Milwaukee. The Nets will be very shorthanded in the frontcourt Thursday, so Jalen Wilson, Chaney Johnson and Ochai Agbaji could all see increased burn.

Hardy (back) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against Chicago.

Hardy wasn't available in Tuesday's 129-98 loss to the Bulls. He's back on the injury report for Thursday's rematch. If Hardy can suit up versus Chicago, he may be needed in the starting lineup. However, if he doesn't get on the floor, Jamir Watkins and Bub Carrington may see more minutes.

Walker is questionable for Thursday's game against the Nets due to a sacral contusion.

Walker supplied 11 points, six rebounds, five assists and three steals across 28 minutes during Tuesday's 124-104 loss to the Timberwolves. Even though he should play regularly if healthy down the stretch, this contusion puts his status in jeopardy for Thursday's game. If Walker can't suit up, look for Jalen Slawson and Quenton Jackson to see more minutes.

Traore (rest) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Pacers.

Traore will sit out the front end of this back-to-back, and his next chance to play will come Friday in Milwaukee. With the rookie first-rounder unavailable, Ben Saraf and Malachi Smith are candidates for increased run.

Johnson (foot) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against Chicago.

Johnson has missed the last two games because of a right foot sprain. If the rookie first-rounder can't get on the floor Thursday, Jaden Hardy (back), who is also questionable, Jamir Watkins and Bub Carrington should see more action.

Mann (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Pacers.

Mann was held out of Brooklyn's previous two games due to right knee and left Achilles soreness, and he's now being listed as out due to right patella tendinosis. He'll have two more chances to suit up this season, with his next opportunity coming Friday in Milwaukee.

Vukcevic (knee) is listed as out for Thursday's game against Chicago.

Vukcevic will miss a fourth straight game due to a bruised right knee. With only two contests remaining on the schedule for Washington after Thursday's rematch with Chicago, there's a chance he won't be back on the floor again this season. With Alex Sarr (toe) also ruled out, Julian Reese will presumably remain with the first five.