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Harper is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Hornets due to a right calf contusion.

The calf issue is a new concern for Harper, who hasn't missed a game since Feb. 4. If the rookie first-rounder is unable to suit up, Jordan McLaughlin and Keldon Johnson would be candidates to see increased playing time off the bench.

Kalkbrenner (illness) is probable to play Saturday in San Antonio.

It looks like Kalkbrenner will be back in action Saturday following a one-game absence, which will likely result in Xavier Tillman dropping back out of the rotation. Kalkbrenner is averaging 8.0 points, 5.9 rebounds and 1.5 blocks per game this season.

Sengun (back) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Pelicans, Adam Wexler of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.

Sengun popped up on Thursday's injury report due to lower-back pain. The injury is severe enough for the fifth-year center to sit out Friday's contest, and he'll look to progress enough in his recovery to return for Monday's game against the Lakers. Clint Capela will likely enter the Rockets' starting five in Sengun's absence, and Amen Thompson, Reed Sheppard and Kevin Durant should all see increased responsibilities.

Wembanyama (ankle) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Hornets.

Wembanyama missed Thursday's loss to Denver due to right ankle soreness and is in jeopardy of missing Saturday's contest as well. If the star big man is ultimately ruled out, Luke Kornet would likely get the starting nod, while Mason Plumlee could remain in the rotation.

Jackson (calf) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Knicks.

This will be the second straight game on the sidelines for Jackson, which could result in extended minutes for Ben Sheppard. Jackson's next chance to play will come Sunday in Milwaukee.

Siakam (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Knicks.

Siakam will end up missing a third consecutive game while nursing a right knee sprain, and his next chance to play is Sunday against the Bucks. Kobe Brown will likely remain in the Pacers' starting lineup for Friday's contest in Siakam's absence.

Washington (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Cavaliers, Ron Harrod Jr. of DLLS Sports reports.

Washington's absence comes as no surprise, given that he drew the doubtful tag for Friday's game after playing in the front end of the Mavericks' back-to-back set against the Grizzlies on Thursday, when he logged 12 points, 10 rebounds, one assist and one block over 28 minutes in a 120-112 win. Khris Middleton figures to be the top candidate to enter the Mavericks' starting lineup in Washington's absence. Washington's next chance to play is in Sunday's rematch against the Cavaliers.

Gafford (rest) is out for Friday's game against the Cavaliers, Ron Harrod Jr. of DLLS Sports reports.

Gafford will take his standard maintenance day on the second leg of a back-to-back set, which should result in Marvin Bagley moving into the first unit. Gafford will likely return for Sunday's rematch in Cleveland.

Marshall (foot) is available for Friday's game against the Cavaliers, Ron Harrod Jr. of DLLS Sports reports.

Marshall will shed his questionable tag due to left foot soreness and suit up in the second leg of this back-to-back set. Over five March appearances (two starts), the 28-year-old forward has averaged 9.2 points, 3.2 assists and 2.6 rebounds in 25.0 minutes per contest.

Toppin (foot) will play Friday versus the Knicks, Jared Schwartz of the New York Post reports.

Toppin sat out the first leg of this back-to-back set, but he'll be back in action Friday night, which could push Kobe Brown back to the second unit. Toppin is averaging 8.0 points and 4.4 rebounds per game this season.