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Collins (face) will play in Saturday's game in Houston, Sarah Todd of The Deseret News reports.

Collins was originally considered questionable due to facial bruising, but he is feeling good enough to give it a go. Barring any setbacks, look for him to take on his usual workload at center.

Gobert is considered questionable for Sunday's game versus the Warriors due to a left rib sprain.

Gobert returned from a three-game absence Friday but continues to deal with a sprained rib. His status Sunday will presumably depend on how the injury is feeling closer to tipoff. Should he ultimately be unable to go, Naz Reid would be the prime beneficiary, while Luka Garza could also see some extra minutes.

Gibson (hamstring) will not play in Sunday's game versus the Pelicans.

Gibson will be on the sideline for the third straight game due to a hamstring injury. The veteran big man's next chance to provide depth in Detroit's frontcourt will come Monday in New York.

Duren (back) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus the Pelicans.

Duren is in danger of missing his second straight contest Sunday due to back spasms. James Wiseman will likely continue to start if Duren is ruled out against New Orleans.

Okongwu (toe) has been ruled out for Saturday's matchup with the Hornets.

No surprise here, as Okongwu went into the game with a doubtful designation. He had played in two straight games since returning from a 13-game absence, so it looks like the Hawks are erring on the side of caution with their big man. His next opportunity to suit up will come Monday versus the Celtics.

Porter is out for Saturday's game versus the Wizards due to personal reasons, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.

Porter's absence will likely open up minutes for Mouhamadou Gueye, Jordan Nwora and Jalen McDaniels. Porter's next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Brooklyn.

Jokic (back/hip) won't play in Saturday's game versus the Trail Blazers.

Jokic has been downgraded from questionable to out Saturday due to lower back pain and left hip inflammation. DeAndre Jordan will likely receive increased playing time in his absence. Jokic's next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Memphis.

The Trail Blazers have listed Ayton (elbow) as doubtful for Saturday's game versus the Nuggets.

Ayton was a late addition to Portland's injury report Friday, and he is now trending toward missing his second straight game due to left elbow tendinitis. Should that ultimately be the case, the big man's next chance to suit up would be Monday in Houston. Duop Reath will presumably draw another start at center if Ayton does not get the green light.

Horford (toe) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game in Chicago, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Horford is in danger of missing his second straight contest due to a left big toe sprain. If he ultimately gets the green light, he could be in line for a bigger role due to Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring) being already ruled out. More clarity on the veteran center's status should come closer to tipoff.

Porzingis won't play in Saturday's game versus the Bulls due to right hamstring injury management, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Porzingis doesn't appear to have suffered a setback, but the Celtics are opting to play it cautiously on the second night of a back-to-back Saturday. With Al Horford (toe) questionable, Luke Kornet could be in line for another start. Porzingis' next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Atlanta.