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Reath (knee) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Pelicans.

Reath and Deandre Ayton (illness) are both questionable after missing Thursday's game against Detroit. Jabari Walker had a strong showing in their absence, posting 17 points, 11 rebounds, two assists, one steal and two blocks across 43 minutes.

Ayton (illness) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Pelicans.

Ayton was unable to play Thursday against Detroit, and Duop Reath (knee) was sidelined as well. Jabari Walker started at center and ended up playing 43 minutes with 17 points, 11 rebounds, two assists, one steal and two blocks.

Kleber (toe) is questionable for Saturday's game against Oklahoma City.

Kleber has dealt with a dislocated toe recently but has been available for the last seven games. During that time, he's averaged 7.6 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 24.4 minutes per game. However, he could see his role decline if P.J. Washington (recently traded) makes his team debut Saturday.

Lively (nose) won't play in Saturday's game versus the Thunder.

Lively's absence streak will extend to six games Saturday due to a broken nose. The rookie center's next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Washington.

Porter (back) is available for Friday's game against Houston, Vivek Jacob of the Raptors' official site reports.

Porter was upgraded to probable a few hours before Friday's tipoff, so his status isn't particularly surprising. However, he'll likely see limited run since Kelly Olynyk will make his team debut for Toronto on Friday.

Sims (illness) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus the Pacers.

Sims is in danger of missing his third straight contest Saturday due to a non-COVID illness. With Mitchell Robinson (ankle) and Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles) out, Taj Gibson and Precious Achiuwa could receive increased playing time.

Porter (back) has been upgraded to probable for Friday's game against the Rockets.

Porter was initially questionable for Friday's matchup, but he's trending in the right direction ahead of tipoff. However, his role against the Rockets could depend on whether Kelly Olynyk (trade pending) is able to make his team debut.

Hartenstein (Achilles) is out for Saturday's game versus the Pacers.

Hartenstein will miss Saturday's contest due to an Achilles injury he suffered against Dallas. With Julius Randle (shoulder) and Mitchell Robinson (ankle) out, Taj Gibson and Precious Achiuwa could be in store for increased playing time. Hartenstein's next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Houston.

Davis (Achilles) is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Pelicans.

Both Davis and LeBron James (ankle) have played in each of the Lakers' last three contests despite receiving questionable tags. If Davis is able to suit up Friday, he will have ample time to recover ahead of the team's next game against Detroit on Tuesday.

Jordan is probable for Friday's game against the Kings due to left foot soreness.

Although Jordan is dealing with a foot issue ahead of Friday's matchup, he'll likely be able to suit up. Over his last eight appearances, he's averaged 3.0 points and 3.8 rebounds in 9.0 minutes per game.