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Capela posted six points (3-7 FG, 0-2 FT), 13 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 29 minutes during Thursday's 109-95 loss to the Mavericks.

Capela registered double-digit rebounds for the third game in a row Thursday but committed five of Atlanta's 21 turnovers, which tied a season high. His six points were his lowest since Feb. 25 as his streak of double-digit scoring ended at 14 games. Since the All-Star break, Capela is averaging 11.1 points on 55.0 percent shooting, 10.9 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.5 blocks over 25.5 minutes per game.

Jokic amassed 36 points (14-24 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 17 rebounds and 10 assists over 40 minutes during Thursday's 102-100 loss to the Clippers.

Jokic cut Domantas Sabonis' category lead to two with his 24th triple-double of the season. Jokic had a masterful performance but failed to hit a potential game-winning three-pointer as time expired. Although four of five players in the first unit reached double figures, the offense was slightly compromised by Jamal Murray's (knee) absence, as the Nuggets are usually much more efficient when he's on the floor. Jokic is mounting another MVP-worthy campaign, and he'll continue to excel as the season draws to a close.

Zubac provided 14 points (4-11 FG, 6-6 FT), 15 rebounds, one assist and one steal over 35 minutes during Thursday's 102-100 victory over Denver.

Zubac had success off the glass despite Nikola Jokic's dominant presence in the paint. The center went toe-to-toe with Jokic in the fourth quarter with answers for every Jokic-led rally, scoring eight of his 14 points in the final stanza. Zubac logged his third consecutive double-double in the victory.

Jackson-Davis registered 20 points (8-10 FG, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal across 28 minutes during Thursday's 133-110 victory over the Rockets.

Jackson-Davis had been riding a tough offensive stretch in recent weeks after scoring in single digits in five of his previous six appearances, but he came out of nowhere to deliver the best offensive performance of his young NBA career. Jackson-Davis has started in each of the Warriors' last five games, and with Golden State going undefeated in that stretch while limiting opponents to 100 or fewer points three times in that stretch, the rookie will likely remain in the starting unit, thus experiencing an uptick in his fantasy upside.

Sabonis registered 17 points (7-13 FG, 3-5 FT), 11 rebounds, seven assists and one block in 36 minutes during Thursday's 120-109 loss to the Knicks.

Sabonis didn't have his best scoring performance, but he's failed to reach the 20-point mark in all but one of his last six appearances, so it's not like he has been setting the scoring column on fire in recent weeks. Even considering that, Sabonis remains an elite fantasy contributor due to his versatility and impressive double-double streak. Sabonis has recorded a double-double in each of his appearances since Dec. 2, a span that has stretched for 58 straight games.

Robinson finished with two points (0-1 FG, 2-6 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and one block across 15 minutes during Thursday's 120-109 victory over the Kings.

Robinson logged a mere 15 minutes off the bench and struggled to make an impact offensively, though his seven rebounds and one block suggest his energy and defensive instincts remain intact. Robinson should remain as Isaiah Hartenstein's backup, at least until the end of the regular season, as Robinson continues to work his way from a lengthy absence.

Embiid finished with 29 points (11-25 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 4-5 FT), four rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block over 33 minutes in Thursday's 109-105 win over Miami.

Embiid returned to form Thursday in his second game back after missing 29 games with a knee injury, ending one point shy of the 30-point mark while connecting on a trio of threes to boost Philadelphia in a winning effort. In two games since his return, Embiid has averaged 26.5 points, 5.0 rebounds, 5.0 assists and 2.0 steals per contest.

Jokic (hip/wrist) is available for Thursday's game against the Clippers.

Jokic has been powering through a minor hip and wrist issue for a while now, but he was well enough to drop 42 points in 38 minutes during Tuesday's 110-105 win over the Spurs.

Nurkic is questionable for Friday's game against Minnesota with left calf soreness, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

This is a new issue for Nurkic, but the questionable tag suggests that he's day-to-day. If Nurkic is unable to suit up, the Suns could turn to Drew Eubanks and Bol Bol to soak up some frontcourt minutes.

Kessler (nose) won't play Friday against the Clippers, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Kessler suffered a nasal fracture in Tuesday's 129-113 loss to the Cavaliers, and the Jazz will continue to monitor him closely for swelling and inflammation. For now, Kessler can be considered questionable for Sunday's game against the Warriors. In the meantime, Omer Yurtseven could step into a larger role as the Jazz's starting center with John Collins (back) also sidelined.