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Davis (Achilles) is starting against the Wizards on Thursday, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

As has been the trend all season long, Davis will suit up and handle his regular workload despite being affected by a lingering Achilles issue. Over his last 10 games, the star big man is averaging 24.4 points, 13.1 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 2.8 blocks per game.

Collins posted 19 points (7-10 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 36 minutes in Thursday's 115-107 loss to Orlando.

Collins saw extended time in Thursday's contest with Walker Kessler (foot) inactive, leading all Jazz players in rebounds to go along with a team-high-tying point total in a double-double performance. Collins has recorded a double-double in 19 games this season, including in seven of his last 10 outings.

Wagner recorded 14 points (6-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and one steal over 26 minutes in Thursday's 115-107 win over Utah.

Wagner led all bench players in Thursday's contest in scoring while hauling in a team-high rebound total and ending as the lone Magic player with a double-double in a winning effort. Wagner has hauled in 10 or more boards in four games this season, ending with a double-double in three of those contests.

Zubac (illness) is questionable for Friday's game against the Wizards.

Zubac sat out Wednesday's game due to an illness, which resulted in Daniel Theis drawing the start with Mason Plumlee and P.J. Tucker becoming more involved in the rotation. It'll be more of the same if he's out again Friday, but we'll have a better idea on his status following shootaround.

Nurkic (ankle) will be available for Thursday's game against the Rockets, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Nurkic has been dealing with some lingering soreness in his ankle, but he was always expected to suit up for this contest. Coach Frank Vogel made no mention of any restrictions for his starting center.

Sims is not in the starting lineup to face the Warriors on Thursday.

Sims has been experiencing an uptick in minutes with the recent absences of Isaiah Hartenstein and the fact that Mitchell Robinson is out for the rest of the season with an ankle injury. However, now that Harteinstein is back and available, Sims will return to his role as the backup center. The former Texas standout is averaging 3.6 points, 5.9 rebounds and 0.8 blocks per game in February.

Hartenstein is in the starting lineup to face the Warriors on Thursday.

Hartenstein was not listed on the injury report prior to this game, so his return to the starting lineup is not entirely surprising, as he is firmly entrenched as the starting center when available. This move means Jericho Sims will head back to a bench role. Hartenstein is averaging 8.1 points, 9.1 rebounds and 3.0 assists per game in February.

Ayton (hand) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game versus the Grizzlies.

Ayton is expected to miss Friday's contest due to a right hand sprain he suffered against Miami. Duop Reath will likely receive increased playing time if Ayton is ruled out.

Kessler (foot) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Magic, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Kessler was questionable for Thursday's matchup due to a right foot sprain, and he'll be unavailable for the first time since Dec. 11. John Collins, Brice Sensabaugh and Omer Yurtseven are candidates to see an uptick in playing time against Orlando.

Brown (wrist) is questionable for Friday's game against the Grizzlies.

Brown has been out since Jan. 1, recovering from left wrist surgery, but it appears he's on the cusp of getting back to the court. He'll likely have some minute restrictions once he is cleared, but if Deandre Ayton (hand) goes down for a prolonged stretch, Brown could potentially be looking at a ton of opportunity. He can remain on the waiver wire in most formats, but he's worth monitoring in deep leagues.