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Adebayo (toe) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Cavaliers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Adebayo will remain sidelined for a third consecutive game Monday as he continues to nurse a toe sprain. Kel'el Ware is likely to retain the starting center role in his absence, while Adebayo's next opportunity to return will come Wednesday in a rematch with the Cavaliers.

Collins provided 19 points (8-12 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, two assists and one steal in 28 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 114-103 loss to Phoenix.

The 19 points were a season high for Collins, as he continues to adapt to a role on the Clippers' second unit. The veteran big has scored in double digits in eight of nine games to begin the season, averaging 13.3 points, 4.9 boards, 1.1 threes, 1.0 assists and 1.0 steals in 24.7 minutes a contest while shooting an impressive 56.6 percent from the floor and 45.5 percent (10-for-22) from beyond the arc.

Zubac provided 21 points (10-12 FG, 1-2 FT), 15 rebounds and four assists over 35 minutes during Saturday's 114-103 loss to the Suns.

The 28-year-old center contributed his second straight 20-point double-double while pulling down double-digit boards for the fifth time in the last six games. Zubac is picking up right where he left off from a breakout 2024-25 campaign, and during those last six games he's averaging 14.7 points, 12.3 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 0.8 blocks and 0.8 steals while shooting 59.7 percent from the floor.

Williams produced 19 points (7-9 FG, 5-5 FT), six rebounds and two steals over 29 minutes during Saturday's 114-103 victory over the Clippers.

Making his sixth straight start, Williams tied his season low in rebounding but remained productive on the defensive end as he snagged multiple steals for the fourth time this season. The 23-year-old center is averaging 14.0 points, 9.7 boards, 1.7 steals, 1.2 assists and 0.8 blocks in 27.0 minutes a game as part of the starting five, and while Suns coach Jordan Ott is still searching for a lineup he likes, Williams seems to be establishing himself as a consistent piece of the puzzle.

Looney accumulated five points (1-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-4 FT) and six rebounds over 17 minutes during Saturday's 126-119 loss to San Antonio.

Looney remained in the starting lineup, although his production does not reflect what might be considered a typical starter. He has now opened for three straight games, averaging 4.3 points and 5.3 rebounds in 15.7 minutes per contest.

Okongwu ended with 12 points (6-14 FG, 0-3 3Pt), eight rebounds, four assists, two blocks and three steals in 32 minutes during Saturday's 122-102 victory over the Lakers.

Mouhamed Gueye had the best game of his career in this upset win Saturday, but Okongu's contributions were impressive as well. The big man got the start at center due to the absence of Kristaps Porzingis (illness) and made the most of the opportunity. Okongwu has gone five straight games without a double-double, a feat he hasn't accomplished since Oct. 29, but he remains productive. His ability to fill the stat sheet makes him a valuable fantasy option in all formats, and even more so when he's starting.

Ayton registered 11 points (5-5 FG, 1-1 FT) and five rebounds over 20 minutes during Saturday's 122-102 loss to Atlanta.

Ayton came up short of recording what would've been a third straight double-double, and this five-rebound haul was his second-worst output of the campaign. Ayton is not going to be a go-to option on offense any time soon for the Lakers, but the big man is making the most of his touches. As long as he can continue to crash the glass and remain serviceable on offense, he should have some decent upside, especially since he'll eventually play alongside LeBron James (nerve) and Luka Doncic together, a scenario that could increase his possibilities near the rim, either as a lob threat or as an outlier in attacks to the rim.

Jokic generated 32 points (10-14 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 11-12 FT), 14 rebounds, 14 assists and one steal across 32 minutes in Saturday's 117-100 win over the Pacers.

After recording his first game without a double-double or better in Friday's win over the Warriors, Jokic stuffed the stat sheet Saturday. The three-time MVP led all players in points, rebounds and assists and was one of five Nuggets players to score in double figures. He also dished out double-digit assists for the seventh time in nine regular-season appearances.

Embiid logged 29 points (10-16 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 8-9 FT), six rebounds, four assists and one block over 26 minutes during the 76ers' 130-120 win over the Raptors on Saturday.

Embiid was cleared to play in Saturday's game after missing two of Philadelphia's last three contests for rest purposes. The big man continues to have his minutes restricted early on in the regular season, but he made the most of his playing time with an efficient performance from the field, finishing as the game's second-leading scorer behind teammate Tyrese Maxey (31). Embiid is unlikely to play in the second leg of the 76ers' back-to-back set against the Pistons on Sunday, so Adem Bona and Andre Drummond will likely absorb most of the center minutes against Detroit.

Sarr provided 17 points (6-16 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT), six rebounds, five assists, three blocks and two steals in 31 minutes during Saturday's 111-105 loss to the Mavericks.

Sarr struggled as a shooter during Saturday's matchup, but he still managed to reach 17 points given his shot volume. He continues to find work on the opposite end of the court, leading the Wizards in swats. Sarr has racked up three or more blocks in six of 10 appearances so far this season.