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Fernando (illness) is available for Monday's game against the Bulls.

Fernando was probable for Monday's matchup and has officially been cleared to return from his one-game absence. Over his last three appearances, he's averaged 8.0 points and 3.7 rebounds in 13.3 minutes per game.

Bamba (knee) is available for Monday's game against the Cavaliers, Gina Mizell of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Bamba missed Saturday's game against the Wizards due to right knee soreness, but he'll be back in action following a minimal absence. Over his last five appearances, he's averaged 3.4 points and 6.0 rebounds in 15.4 minutes per game.

Tillman (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Nets, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Tillman was traded from the Grizzlies to the Celtics on Wednesday but hasn't yet been able to make his team debut due to his knee injury. It wouldn't be surprising to see him remain sidelined for Wednesday's rematch against the Nets to give him additional time to rest before the All-Star break.

Porzingis is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Nets due to a low back contusion, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Porzingis sustained his back injury in Sunday's game against the Heat but was able to return to the contest. However, it's not yet clear whether he'll be able to suit up Tuesday. Xavier Tillman (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's matchup, so Luke Kornet and Al Horford should see additional playing time if Porzingis is unavailable.

Holmgren supplied 14 points (5-9 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, two assists, four blocks and two steals in 31 minutes during Sunday's 127-113 victory over the Kings.

Holmgren attempted only nine shots, making it the third time across his last five games in which he doesn't record double-digit shot attempts. Still, he is not dependent on his scoring figures to deliver solid fantasy performances. The rookie continues to find ways to make an impact, and he's averaging 17.4 points, 7.0 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 2.6 blocks and 1.6 steals per game since the beginning of February.

Sabonis had 21 points (9-14 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 11 rebounds, 14 assists and one steal in 42 minutes during Sunday's 127-113 loss to the Thunder.

Sabonis has posted 15 triple-doubles during the year, and the star big man remains one of the most versatile players in the league -- and an absolute stud in fantasy due to his elite ability to fill the stat sheet. He has four triple-doubles across six appearances in February, a span in which he's averaging 19.8 points, 14.0 rebounds and 10.5 assists per contest.

Adebayo closed with 22 points (7-18 FG, 8-8 FT), 13 rebounds, four assists, two blocks and two steals in 34 minutes during Sunday's 110-106 loss to Boston.

Adebayo is one of the most consistent big men in the NBA, and he's a threat to deliver a double-double every time he steps on the court. Such has been the case of late, as he has posted four double-doubles over his last six appearances. Furthermore, he's averaging 18.4 points, 10.9 rebounds and 4.0 assists per game since the start of January.

Porzingis recorded 25 points (8-14 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 7-9 FT), nine rebounds, three assists and two blocks over 32 minutes during Sunday's 110-106 victory over Miami.

Porzingis has experienced an uptick in his play in recent weeks, and his scoring numbers have improved drastically, to the point that he's been Boston's second-best offensive player over the last few weeks, even ahead of Jaylen Brown. The big man is averaging 26.6 points, 7.6 rebounds and 2.4 blocks per game since the beginning of February.

Sharpe (knee) said Monday that he'll play in Tuesday's game against the Celtics, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Sharpe has missed over a month due to a left knee injury, but he'll be able to return to action in the first half of a back-to-back set Tuesday. He averaged 7.5 points and 7.0 rebounds in 16.0 minutes per game prior to his injury, but it wouldn't be surprising to see him face some restrictions Tuesday following his lengthy absence.

Head coach Mark Daigneault said Biyombo (not with team) will sit out Tuesday's game in Orlando and won't make his Thunder debut until after the All-Star break, Brett Dawson of SelloutCrowd.com

The veteran center signed with the Thunder over the weekend and will get some extended time to get acclimated with his new club before making his debut. Assuming Biyombo is available when the Thunder open their post-All-Star-break schedule Feb. 22 against the Clippers, Biyombo could unseat Jaylin Williams for the top backup role behind starting center Chet Holmgren. Prior to being waived by Memphis in January, Biyombo appeared in 30 games and averaged 5.2 points, 6.4 rebounds and 1.1 blocks in 23.9 minutes per game.