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Reath isn't in the starting five for Friday's game versus Miami, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Deandre Ayton's return to action will send Reath back to the bench. Reath is averaging 4.6 points and 1.2 rebounds in 11.8 minutes across his last five appearances coming off the bench.

Ayton (elbow) is available for Friday's game against Miami, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Ayton missed the last four games due to left elbow tendinitis but will be able to return to action Friday. Although he'll replace Duop Reath in the starting lineup, it's unclear whether Ayton will have any limitations against the Heat.

Hayes isn't starting Friday's game against the Pacers, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

Hayes started in Wednesday's win over Memphis and tallied 14 points, seven rebounds, an assist, a steal and a block in 30 minutes. However, he'll retreat to the bench Friday since Anthony Davis (knee) has been cleared to play.

Bagley will start Friday's game against the Pistons.

With Richaun Holmes (toe) sidelined, Bagley will move into the starting lineup again. From Feb. 10 to March 4, Bagley drew 10 straight starts for the Wizards and averaged 11.9 points, 8.7 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.1 blocks in 26.2 minutes.

Davis (knee) is available for Friday's game against the Pacers, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

Davis will shake off a questionable tag and return from a one-game absence. LeBron James (ankle) is also available. Over his last four appearances, Davis has averaged 28.8 points, 18.3 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 2.5 blocks and 1.5 steals in 40.8 minutes per game.

Okongwu (toe) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Bucks, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Okongwu will miss a fifth straight game due to a left toe sprain. He's made only two appearances since Feb. 12, so even if he gets the green light soon, the backup big will likely face heavy restrictions.

Horford (toe) isn't listed on Boston's injury report ahead of Saturday's game against the Pelicans, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

Horford continues to get periodic rest days to manage a toe injury but will be good to go Saturday. The Celtics' usual rotation is at full strength, so Horford should operate off the bench for the first time since March 7.

Porzingis notched 20 points (8-20 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 2-3 FT), seven rebounds, two assists, three blocks and one steal in 41 minutes during Thursday's 123-122 overtime loss to the Hawks.

Porzingis didn't have his best shooting performance and needed 20 shots to score 20 points, but he still found a way to salvage his fantasy stat line due to his contributions in peripheral categories, particularly as a rebounder and defensive anchor down low. Porzingis has reached the 20-point mark in seven of his 12 appearances since the All-Star break, and while he holds a semi-secondary role on offense behind Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, he remains extremely valuable in fantasy due to his two-way ability and stat-filling capacity.

Gobert is questionable for Friday's game versus Denver with a left rib sprain.

Gobert has been able to play through his rib sprain in three straight games, playing at least 34 minutes in all three. He's still considered day-to-day, however, so fantasy managers will want to monitor this situation closely.

Jokic (back/hip) is probable for Friday's game against the Timberwolves, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

Jokic continues to manage hip and back inflammation but is expected to suit up for a third straight game after taking a seat for last Saturday's win over Portland. Over his last two appearances -- both without Jamal Murray (knee) -- Jokic has totaled 52 points, 20 rebounds, 18 assists, five steals and two blocks. Murray is questionable for Friday's contest.