Horford (back) will be available for Thursday's game against the Mavericks.

Horford hasn't played since Dec. 4 but will finally be back in action. In his 13 appearances, he's averaged 5.6 points, 4.4 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.0 steals and 1.0 blocks in 21.5 minutes.

Poeltl (back) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Wizards.

Poeltl has been working through a back injury for most of the season, but he appeared to have aggravated the issue during the Raptors' loss to the Nets on Sunday. The injury will keep him sidelined for a second consecutive game, and his absence means Sandro Mamukelashvili will likely remain in the Raptors' starting lineup. Poeltl's next chance to play is Sunday against the Warriors.

Powell (illness) is available for Thursday's game against the Warriors, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Powell has not played in the Mavericks' last four games, the last two of which were due to an illness. He's been cleared to play Christmas Day, though his return shouldn't impact any of the other players in Dallas' rotation.

Adebayo is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Hawks due to lower back soreness.

The Heat are playing the first leg of their back-to-back set Friday, so the team may sideline Adebayo for one of those games while the veteran center recovers from a back injury. Kel'el Ware would step into a more prominent role on offense, while Simone Fontecchio and Jaime Jaquez would be the top candidates to enter Miami's starting lineup if Adebayo were to miss time.

Bitadze (knee) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Hornets.

Bitadze was unable to play against the Trail Blazers on Tuesday due to a left knee strain, but the seventh-year center has a chance to return Friday. Jonathan Isaac would likely see a slight downtick in minutes off the bench if Bitadze is given the green light to play.

Wagner (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Charlotte.

Wagner continues to progress in his recovery from a procedure in December of 2024 to repair a torn ACL in his left knee. He has been ramping up his practice activity in the G League with the Osceola Magic, but he's not quite ready to make his 2025-26 regular-season debut.

Valanciunas (illness) is probable for Thursday's game against the Timberwolves.

Valanciunas was added to the injury report with an illness but is expected to play Thursday after pushing through it Monday and Tuesday. The veteran has operated as Nikola Jokic's primary backup this season, averaging 8.7 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 13.1 minutes across 29 appearances.

Hayes (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Rockets.

Hayes will miss the Lakers' Christmas Day matchup while dealing with left ankle soreness after exiting Tuesday's game against the Suns early. His absence could lead Los Angeles to lean more on small-ball lineups, with Jarred Vanderbilt and Maxi Kleber candidates for increased roles. Hayes' next chance to suit up will come Sunday against the Kings.

Robinson is not in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Cavaliers.

Robinson drew the start Tuesday against the Timberwolves but will move to the bench for the Knicks' Christmas Day matchup with the Cavaliers as Jalen Brunson (ankle) and OG Anunoby (ankle) return to the starting lineup. The center has come off the bench in nine of his 20 appearances this season, averaging 5.6 points, 8.4 rebounds, 1.2 steals, 1.1 assists and 1.1 blocks in 18.4 minutes per contest in a reserve role.

Hayes (ankle) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Rockets, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.

Hayes left Tuesday's game against Phoenix with a sore left ankle, and the issue remains a problem ahead of Thursday's matchup with Houston. If he can't play Thursday, Maxi Kleber and Jarred Vanderbilt would handle most of the backup center minutes behind Deandre Ayton.