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Porzingis ended Friday's 133-129 win over the Wizards with 34 points (9-18 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 14-14 FT), 11 rebounds and one block in 33 minutes.

Porzingis has scored at least 30 points in back-to-back games, something he hadn't accomplished all season long, and he continues to prove he can deliver when called upon. Porzingis is averaging 25.0 points and 8.2 rebounds per game over his last five outings, and while he's not expected to reach the 30-point mark on a regular basis going forward, he remains productive in terms of fantasy appeal. He's on pace to average at least 20 points per game for the sixth consecutive season.

Jokic racked up 23 points (9-17 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 4-5 FT), eight rebounds, seven assists and three steals over 30 minutes during Friday's 135-106 loss to Sacramento.

Domantas Sabonis got the better of Jokic in the lopsided loss, logging nine more rebounds than the All-Star. Absences from Michael Porter (knee) and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (hamstring) had a negative effect on Denver's efficiency, and the adjusted supporting cast didn't provide much help to Jokic, who was the only Nugget to score over 20 points.

Sabonis finished Friday's 135-106 win over the Nuggets with 17 points (7-9 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 17 rebounds, 10 assists and one steal over 31 minutes.

Sabonis' triple-double broke the tie with Nikola Jokic for top spot in the category. The Nuggets were no match for the Kings on their home court, as Sobonis joined six other players with double-digit scoring totals. The big man missed only two shots in the game, raising his season field goal percentage to 62.2 percent.

Richards recorded 16 points (7-9 FG, 2-3 FT), 11 rebounds and one block in 30 minutes during Friday's 120-84 loss to Milwaukee.

The Hornets lost in a rout Friday, but Richards had a positive performance, going an efficient 7-for-9 from the field. His 16 points tied for the team lead, while his 11 boards paced the club. This was Richards' 11th double-double of the campaign, and he's proven to be a viable fantasy asset as a source of rebounds, blocks and moderate scoring, though he had been struggling coming into Friday with an average of just 4.5 points, 7.5 boards and 0.5 blocks over his previous two contests.

Bamba accumulated three points (1-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt), three rebounds, three assists, three blocks and one steal across 16 minutes during Friday's 127-121 loss to Atlanta.

Bamba blocked at least three shots for the fifth time in the past eight games, continuing to serve as the primary backup behind Paul Reed. Although it appears as though he will have a consistent role moving forward, Bamba offers very little upside outside of blocks, making him a viable streaming option in category leagues only.

Okongwu totaled 21 points (9-12 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal across 34 minutes during Friday's 127-121 win over Philadelphia.

Okongwu scored in double digits for the seventh consecutive game, continuing his strong play of late. With Clint Capela (thigh) on the shelf, Okongwu has started the past three games. During that time he has averaged 19.3 points, 7.7 rebounds, 1.7 blocks and 1.3 three-pointers. Although it is unclear what his role will look like once Capela returns, Okongwu is a clear must-roster player across all formats right now.

Porter (back) tallied seven points (3-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt), three rebounds and one steal across 11 minutes in Friday's 107-104 win over the Raptors.

Porter stepped back in as the Raptors' backup center after a four-game absence due to back spasms. He and Thaddeus Young worked in a timeshare at center for much of January, but even though Young has since been traded away, Porter's outlook for playing time looks muddled moving forward. The Raptors recently returned starting center Jakob Poeltl from an extended absence due to a sprained ankle and acquired another veteran big man (Kelly Olynyk) on Thursday, potentially leaving Porter third on the depth chart. Olynyk didn't play Friday in a coach's decision, but he'll presumably enter the rotation as Poeltl's primary backup once he's had a chance to practice with the Raptors.

Davis (Achilles) will play in Friday's matchup with the Pelicans, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Davis has drawn a questionable tag in each of the Lakers' previous three games, but he continues to get the green light. Barring any setbacks, look for the big man to take on his usual workload in the frontcourt.

Jordan (foot) will play in Friday's game against the Kings.

Jordan was carrying a probable tag prior to this update, and he's expected to see his usual backup center minutes Friday.

Valanciunas (calf) will play in Friday's game versus the Lakers, Christian Clark of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

Valanciunas left Wednesday's game against the Clippers early and was carrying a questionable tag prior to this update, but his availability will be a big boost to the team. In addition to Valanciunas, Zion Williamson (foot) also has the green light.