Hartenstein logged 10 points (5-9 FG), nine rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 20 minutes during Saturday's 111-109 loss to the Spurs.

Hartenstein returned from a six-game absence as a result of a calf injury, moving straight into the starting lineup. He was limited to just 20 minutes, likely part of his return-to-action plan. In 20 games thus far, Hartenstein is averaging 12.1 points, 10.6 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 2.0 combined steals and blocks, good enough for borderline top 50 value. While these numbers may take a hit following the recent return of Jalen Williams, Hartenstein should be able to continue flirting with top 70 value the rest of the way.

Kornet totaled two points (1-3 FG), eight rebounds, one assist and one steal in 24 minutes during Saturday's 111-109 victory over the Thunder.

Kornet remained in the starting lineup despite the return of Victor Wembanyama, although his time in the opening five could very soon come to an end. While he has been an adequate replacement during Wembanyama's absence, it's only a matter of time before he moves to a backup role, meaning his fantasy value will likely evaporate. He could be worth holding for one or two more games, assuming the Spurs take a cautious approach with Wembanyama. Beyond that, Kornet should be viewed as nothing more than a streaming candidate.

Wembanyama (calf) posted 22 points (6-11 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 9-12 FT), nine rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal across 21 minutes in Saturday's 111-109 win over the Thunder.

Wembanyama came off the bench for the first time in his NBA career following a 12-game absence due to a left calf strain. The star big man impressed in his return, finishing as the Spurs' leading rebounder while tying the second-highest scoring total on the team. He also recorded a team-best plus-21 point differential and a game-high two blocks in his limited run. Wembanyama and the Spurs will face the Knicks in the NBA Cup Championship on Tuesday, and it will be worth monitoring whether he remains on a similar minutes restriction.

Carter finished Saturday's 132-120 loss to New York with 14 points (4-6 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 4-6 FT), six rebounds, four steals and two assists in 35 minutes.

Carter provided another efficient performance Saturday and was one of five Magic players to score in double figures, recording 14 points for a second consecutive contest. The big man also tallied a game- and season-best four steals, doubling his previous season high in swipes. Carter has scored in double figures in back-to-back outings following a three-game stretch in which he totaled 20 points. He has grabbed at least six rebounds in each of those five appearances.

Towns finished with 29 points (9-11 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 9-10 FT), eight rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 37 minutes during Saturday's 132-120 win over the Magic.

After shooting just 4-for-11 from the field in Tuesday's win over Toronto, Towns bounced back with an extremely efficient performance against Orlando. The star big man totaled 32 points in his previous two outings, though he dropped at least 29 points for the third time in five appearances during December on Saturday. He has averaged 25.0 points, 11.6 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.0 steals across 32.4 minutes per tilt this month.

Head coach Jamahl Mosley said Saturday that Wagner (knee) won't be available during Orlando's upcoming four-game road trip, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Wagner has yet to make his season debut after undergoing surgery in January to repair a torn ACL in his left knee. The big man's next opportunity to play will come against the Hornets on Friday, Dec. 26.

Williams (illness) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Warriors.

Williams is under the weather and may miss his third consecutive contest. With Donovan Clingan (lower leg) and Yang Hansen (face) also listed as questionable, the Trail Blazers could be thin in the frontcourt against Golden State.

Hansen (face) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Warriors.

Hansen is in jeopardy of missing his second consecutive contest due to a facial contusion. However, if the rookie is cleared to play, he could see increased minutes if Donovan Clingan (lower leg) is downgraded from questionable to out.

Kornet will start against the Thunder on Saturday.

Although Victor Wembanyama is available to play following a 12-game absence due to a strained left calf, Kornet will get the starting nod at center. The big man has started in each of his last 11 appearances, averaging 6.8 points, 6.6 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.8 blocks in 27.2 minutes per contest during that span. Still, it wouldn't be surprising if he saw a dip in playing time with Wembanyama available.

Wembanyama (calf) won't start against the Thunder on Saturday.

Following a 12-game absence due to a left calf strain, Wembanyama will be deployed off the bench for the first time in his NBA career. The star big man is expected to face restrictions in his return from the extended absence, meaning Luke Kornet will remain in the starting five. Wembanyama has appeared in 12 regular-season games thus far, during which he has averaged 26.2 points, 12.9 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 3.6 blocks and 1.1 steals in 34.7 minutes per contest.