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Nurkic (ankle) is listed as probable for Sunday's game versus the Lakers.

Nurkic was unable to play Friday versus Houston, but he's expected to be back in his usual spot in the lineup to face the Lakers. Drew Eubanks started in Nurkic's spot Friday and produced nine points, five rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal.

Gobert (ankle) will not play in Saturday's game against the Nets, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

Gobert suffered an ankle injury Friday against the Bucks, but he was carrying a questionable tag prior to this update, which suggests that he's likely day-to-day. Fortunately for Minnesota, they have two days off after Saturday's contest. Karl-Anthony Towns is likely to get more minutes at center Saturday, with guys like Naz Reid, Kyle Anderson and Jaden McDaniels potentially soaking up more minutes as well.

Davis is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Suns due to bilateral Achilles tendinopathy and left hip spasms, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Davis has frequently appeared on Lakers injury reports of late due to the pair of lower-body issues, but he's suited up in every contest since Feb. 3. Over that eight-game stretch, Davis is averaging 25.3 points, 13.1 rebounds, 3.9 assists, 2.9 blocks and 0.8 steals in 33.5 minutes per contest. With Sunday's contest representing a standalone game, Davis will most likely be cleared in advance of the 3:30 p.m. ET tipoff.

Kleber (nose) is listed as probable for Sunday's game versus the Pacers.

Kleber is expected to play in his second straight game Sunday despite having his injury designation change from a toe injury to a nasal fracture. If Kleber is upgraded to available, he should continue to serve as one of Dallas' primary options off the bench in the frontcourt.

Lively (nose) is listed as probable for Sunday's game versus the Pacers.

Lively continues to deal with a nasal fracture, but he is expected to suit up for his third straight contest Sunday. However, the rookie center has yet to play 20 minutes since returning to action.

Hayes registered eight points (4-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt), four rebounds and one steal over 19 minutes during Friday's 123-118 victory over the Spurs.

Hayes has been a regular member of Los Angeles' rotation for the past 12 games and has seen a similar role throughout. He has averaged 7.0 points, 4.9 rebounds, 1.5 steals and 0.6 blocks across 17.5 minutes during that span.

Ayton finished with 22 points (11-17 FG), 10 rebounds and three assists in 35 minutes during Friday's 127-112 loss to the Nuggets.

Ayton led all Portland players in rebounds while handing out a trio of assists and ending as one of three players with 20 or more points in another double-double performance. Ayton has recorded at least 20 points and 10 rebounds in eight games this season, including in two of his last three contests.

Jokic accumulated 29 points (12-17 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-5 FT), 15 rebounds, 14 assists, one block and two steals across 35 minutes during Friday's 127-112 win over Portland.

Jokic led all players in Friday's contest in rebounds and assists while adding a pair of steals and ending one point shy of the 30-point mark in a triple-double showcase. Jokic has recorded a triple-double in 17 games this season and has posted at least 25 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists in five contests.

Davis notched 28 points (10-14 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 8-10 FT), 13 rebounds and one steal across 29 minutes during Friday's 123-118 win over San Antonio.

Davis recorded his fourth straight double-double during Friday's win over the Spurs. The star center has been on a tear recently, averaging 25.4 points, 12.5 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 2.8 blocks in 34.2 minutes across his last 10 appearances. Davis is also shooting 54.4 percent from the field over that span.

Gobert (ankle) has drawn a questionable designation ahead of Saturday's game against the Nets.

Gobert sprained his ankle during Friday's 112-107 loss to the Bucks. The big man finished the contest with 12 points (6-8 FG, 0-1 FT), 19 rebounds and two blocks, and he played through the injury. With a quick turnaround for Saturday's tilt, the star big man's status will presumably depend on how he is feeling closer to tipoff. If he ultimately has to sit out, Naz Reid would likely be the prime beneficiary, while Karl-Anthony Towns could also see some extra run at center.