NBA Player News

Hartenstein (Achilles) could play Saturday against the Heat if he gets through pregame warmups, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.

Initial reports indicated that Hartenstein was unlikely to take the court Saturday, but coach Tom Thibodeau stated in his pregame presser that the big man should be cleared to play if he feels good in the team's warmups. He'll be considered a true game-time call until another update emerges.

Collins is questionable for Saturday's game against the Timberwolves due to right ankle soreness, Tom Orsborn of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

Collins continues to be added to the injury report while attending to a right ankle issue, but he's been able to play through the injury and hasn't missed a game since Jan. 17. His availability will likely depend on how he feels during pregame warmups.

Hartenstein (Achilles) isn't expected to play Saturday against Miami, Stefan Bondy of the New York Posts reports.

Hartenstein remains listed as questionable on the team's injury report, but he doesn't appear to be trending in the right direction. Assuming Hartenstein is ultimately ruled out, expect Jericho Sims to make another start at center.

Porzingis (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Los Angeles, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

Porzingis turned his ankle during Thursday's win over the Heat and was considered doubtful leading up to Saturday's tipoff. With the big man sidelined Saturday, look for Al Horford to enter the starting five at center. Porzingis isn't expected to be sidelined for an extended period and can be viewed as day-to-day heading into Monday's matchup with the Pelicans.

Plumlee accumulated 12 points (6-12 FG), 12 rebounds and three assists across 25 minutes during Friday's 127-107 win over the Raptors.

With Ivica Zubac (calf) out for a fifth straight game, Plumlee got another start and came through with his first double-double of the season in 13 contests. The veteran center hasn't been very consistent in his new role, though -- he managed zero points, two boards and zero blocks in 19 minutes against the Lakers in the Clippers' last game. Over his four starts, Plumlee is averaging 8.3 points, 6.8 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 0.8 blocks in 21.8 minutes per contest.

Lively contributed nine points (4-7 FG, 1-2 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists, four blocks and one steal in 28 minutes during Friday's 148-143 victory over the Hawks.

The rookie center just missed recording his eighth double-double while posting his most rejections since he swatted away a career-high seven shots against the Thunder on Dec. 2. Since returning from a five-game absence due to an ankle injury, Lively has pulled down double-digit boards three times in five games, averaging 9.0 points, 8.8 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.4 blocks in 26.4 minutes per game while shooting an eye-popping 80.8 percent from the floor.

Ayton closed Friday's 116-100 loss to San Antonio with 20 points (10-17 FG), 12 rebounds, two assists and two steals in 34 minutes.

Ayton led all Portland players in rebounds to go along with a pair of assists and steals and ending as one of two players with 20 or more points in a double-double performance. Ayton has tallied at least 20 points in four games this season, and he has posted a double-double in two straight contests.

Richards accumulated 14 points (3-6 FG, 8-11 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and three blocks over 27 minutes during Friday's 138-104 loss to the Rockets.

Richards followed up his 21-point performance Thursday against the Hornets by scoring 14 points on Friday, eight of which came from the free-throw line. His three blocks on the night marked the fifth time this season he's reached that total. Since becoming the full-time starter Dec. 11, Richards is averaging 9.8 points on 64.3 percent shooting, 8.7 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.4 blocks over 28.8 minutes per game.

Allen contributed 24 points (9-20 FG, 6-7 FT), 14 rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal across 36 minutes during Friday's 112-100 victory over Milwaukee.

Allen didn't have his most efficient performance from the field Friday, but he had plenty of shot volume and posted a 14th consecutive double-double as the Cavaliers returned to the win column. During his streak of double-doubles, he's topped 20 points on six occasions while securing at least 15 rebounds in four appearances.

Carter provided 20 points (8-9 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-3 FT), nine rebounds, two assists, two blocks and two steals over 35 minutes during Friday's 107-106 loss to the Grizzlies.

Carter continues to flip the script, scoring at least 15 points for the fifth time in the past six games. After falling off the fantasy radar, he has turned things around of late, putting up top-30 numbers over the past two weeks. Rumors of a trade continue to swirl, but for now, he should be viewed as a must-roster player across most formats.