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Jackson-Davis totaled 12 points (6-6 FG), nine rebounds and two assists over 17 minutes during Friday's 127-86 victory over the Jazz.

Jackson-Davis was one rebound shy from registering his first double-double of the season Friday, and he has hit all 10 of his field-goal attempts through the first two games of the regular season. Jackson-Davis shouldn't see high-volume shooting while playing alongside Stephen Curry and Buddy Hield, but the 24-year-old should be able to log solid rebounding numbers as long as he continues to serve as the Warriors' starting center ahead of veteran Kevon Looney.

Sengun amassed 16 points (5-13 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 6-8 FT), 15 rebounds, two assists and one steal over 32 minutes during Friday's 128-108 win over the Grizzlies.

Sengun has logged a double-double in each of the first two games of the regular season, and he combined with Jabari Smith for 31 of Houston's 41 rebounds Friday. Sengun's ability to impact the game in various ways earned him a five-year, $185 million extension Monday, and early on, it appears that contract for the 2021 first-round pick could be a bargain for the Rockets. Sengun will be in for a tough challenge against Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs on Saturday.

Edey closed with 13 points (6-10 FG, 1-3 FT), nine rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 23 minutes during Friday's 128-108 loss to the Rockets.

Edey was one rebound shy Friday from registering his first-career NBA double-double as he led the Grizzlies with nine boards, four of which came on the offensive side of the floor. The rookie center out of Purdue managed to put up 10 field-goal attempts, which is a good sign that he'll have his opportunities on offense alongside Ja Morant and Desmond Bane. Edey and the Grizzlies will head back home to host Paolo Banchero and the Magic on Saturday.

Okongwu amassed seven points (3-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt), eight rebounds, three assists and one steal across 26 minutes during Friday's 125-120 victory over Charlotte.

Okongwu wasn't able to match his 28-point output from Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Nets, but the 2020 first-round pick still managed to play more minutes than starting center Clint Capela (22) on Friday. Okongwu ended up leading the Hawks in rebounding, with three of his boards coming on the offensive end of the floor. He should continue to be the first big man of Atlanta's bench, and if his strong play persists, he could join the starting five in place of Capela.

Richards contributed 12 points (3-6 FG, 6-8 FT), 13 rebounds, two assists and one block over 30 minutes during Friday's 125-120 loss to the Hawks.

Richards was in the starting five for a second straight game Friday as Mark Williams continues to work through a foot injury. Richards took advantage of the opportunity by registering his first double-double of the 2024-25 campaign. Richards should continue to start at center for the Hornets for as long as Williams remains sidelined.

Davis generated 35 points (11-18 FG, 13-17 FT), eight rebounds, four assists, one steal and two blocks across 38 minutes in Friday's 123-116 win over the Suns.

Per Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times, head coach JJ Redick said Friday that the team intends to have Davis involved "as much as possible." The effort has shown up in the box score through two games, with Davis totaling 71 points and attempting 12 more shots than any other Laker. Davis averaged over 25 points per game in four straight seasons spanning 2016-17 to 2019-2020 but has eclipsed that number once in four seasons since. Davis could have his best statistical season in years if he remains the Lakers' offensive focal point.

Bitadze amassed three points (1-2 FG, 1-2 FT) and two rebounds in six minutes during Friday's 116-101 win over Brooklyn.

Bitadze was used sparingly in the win. The Magic continue to run with Wendell Carter as the starting center, leaving Bitadze and Moritz Wagner to battle for backup minutes. Wagner clearly has the higher offensive upside, making him a more enticing option on most nights. Barring an injury to Carter, Bitadze should be viewed as nothing more than a situational streaming option for anyone needing blocks.

Wagner recorded 18 points (7-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three rebounds, one block and one steal in 15 minutes during Friday's 116-101 victory over the Nets.

Wagner caught fire off the bench, scoring a season-high 18 points. Wagner has the ability to flash some offensive upside, making him a name to watch, even in standard formats. While the offensive output was encouraging, he still played only 15 minutes. As long as he is serving as the backup to Wendell Carter, Wagner is going to find it hard to put up consistent value.

Hayes (foot) is available for Friday's game against the Suns, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Hayes was widely expected to be available, so this isn't surprising. The big man will continue to operate as Anthony Davis' primary backup at the center position.

Robinson (knee) won't play in Saturday's game against the Lakers, Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee reports.

Robinson missed Sacramento's season opener and will remain on the sidelines to rehab his sprained left MCL. His next chance to play will come Monday against Portland, the first leg of a back-to-back.