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Lopez finished Saturday's 141-135 win over Detroit with 19 points (7-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-5 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists, three blocks and one steal across 37 minutes.

Surprisingly, it's the first double-double of the season for the veteran center. Lopez recorded 10 boards against the Cavaliers on Dec, 29, but he scored only nine points. He continues to be among the league leaders in rejections, and Lopez has blocked multiple shots in 19 of 23 appearances since the beginning of December, including in six straight games. During that stretch, he averaged 12.3 points, 5.5 rebounds, 3.0 blocks, 1.9 assists and 1.5 threes over that stretch.

Bol (foot) will not play in Sunday's game against the Pacers.

This will be the fourth straight game on the sidelines for Bol, and it's unclear when he'll be able to return to the court. His next chance to play will be Monday against the Bulls.

Jackson (concussion) will not play in Sunday's game against the Suns.

Jackson will miss his second straight game for Indiana and remains without a timetable for a return. His next chance to play is Tuesday versus the Nuggets.

Horford is questionable to play Sunday against Houston due to load management, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Horford routinely sits in back-to-back contests for Boston, and Sunday marks the start of a two-day Texas road trip in Houston and Dallas, respectively. If the 37-year-old doesn't suit up, Luke Kornet and Oshae Brissett will likely take on enlarged roles.

Drummond (back) will play Saturday against Memphis

Drummond will continue his perfect attendance this season after being listed as probable earlier Saturday due to lower back spasms. He joins a fully healthy Bulls' frontcourt, setting him up to reprise a modest reserve role.

Embiid (knee) is available and will start against the Hornets on Saturday.

Embiid was tabbed as questionable, and the coaching staff wanted to see how he'd respond before deciding on him, but he went unscathed during his pre-game routine, so he will start and handle his regular workload. Embiid has scored at least 36 points in his last three games since returning from a three-game spell on the sidelines between Jan. 6 and Jan. 12 due to a knee injury.

Collins (rest) is not in the starting lineup to face the Wizards on Saturday. However, he will be available to play off the bench.

As expected, Collins won't start with Victor Wembanyama back in the mix. Collins was tabbed as out Friday night but upgraded to probable earlier Saturday, and in the end, he is available to see minutes off the bench.

Richards (ankle) won't play in Saturday's game versus the 76ers.

Richards will miss his second straight game Saturday due to a right ankle sprain. P.J. Washington will likely continue to start in his absence. Richards' next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Minnesota.

Gafford (concussion) will not play Saturday against San Antonio.

Gafford will miss his second consecutive game due to concussion protocol, allowing new acquisition Marvin Bagley to continue in a primary role. Washington closes a back-to-back set Sunday against Denver, giving Gafford a short turnaround to be cleared.

Ayton (knee) recorded 12 points (6-15 FG), eight rebounds, two blocks and one assist across 30 minutes in Friday's 118-115 win over the Pacers.

Ayton was back in action for the first time since Dec. 23 after an extended absence due to left knee tendinitis. He immediately reclaimed his spot in the starting five from Duop Reath and didn't seem to be under a heavy minutes restriction in the Trail Blazers' narrow win. Ayton's efficiency left something to be desired, but his solid rebounds and blocks total helped salvage his night. The 25-year-old should continue to approach 30 minutes in competitive contests now that he's healthy again, but the 12-29 Trail Blazers' propensity for getting blown out means that Ayton's playing time could often be volatile.