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Williams (back) has been listed as probable for Friday's game against the Kings.

Williams is trending toward playing in Friday's game against Sacramento despite dealing with a back issue. The talented young big man has recorded a double-double in three straight games as he continues to put up strong numbers on a nightly basis for the Hornets.

Porzingis (illness) isn't on the injury report for Friday's game versus the Suns, John Karalis of BostonSportsJournal.com reports.

Porzingis will return to action Friday after missing Boston's previous contest due to an illness. Porzingis should reclaim his starting spot from Luke Kornet against Phoenix.

Horford (toe) has been cleared to play Friday against the Suns, John Karalis of BostonSportsJournal.com reports.

After missing three of the last five games for the Celtics with a toe injury, Horford will be back on the floor Friday against Phoenix. The veteran big man has played well over the last three games for Boston, averaging 18.7 points, 8.0 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.0 blocks per game, shooting 50 percent from the floor and 38.5 percent from deep.

Duren amassed 13 points (3-10 FG, 7-10 FT), 13 rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal over 33 minutes during Wednesday's 119-103 loss to the Thunder.

Duren struggled badly from the floor, and his efficiency from the charity stripe was the main reason he ended up with a double-double in this loss. The big man continues to play at a high level on both ends of the court and is ending the regular season on a strong note. He's tallied four double-doubles over his last five outings, averaging 15.6 points, 10.6 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 0.6 steals and 0.6 blocks per game in that span.

Kelley and the Pelicans agreed to a 10-day contract Thursday, according to NBA reporter Marc Stein.

Kelley has been a standout player for the South Bay Lakers in the G League and had a stint in the NBA with Dallas earlier this season. With so many injuries in New Orleans, Kelley could get an extended look with his new team.

Sabonis posted 18 points (8-15 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 16 rebounds, seven assists and one steal over 35 minutes during Wednesday's 116-111 loss to the Wizards.

Sabonis finished just three assists away from recording what would've been his first triple-double since March 14, when he recorded 12 points, 11 rebounds and 12 assists in a loss to the Suns. From a statistical perspective, Sabonis hasn't looked as dominant as last season, but he remains one of the best and most productive big men in the NBA. The statistical dropoff is noticeable, though, as he's averaging "only" 12.9 points, 11.5 rebounds and 5.2 assists per game since the All-Star break.

Williams finished Wednesday's 119-105 loss to the Pacers with 16 points (6-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 12 rebounds and one assist across 32 minutes.

Williams was efficient as a shooter and crashed the glass efficiently en route to his third straight double-double. The big man has been one of the best players for the Hornets since the All-Star break, racking up 12 double-doubles across 18 starts and averaging a solid line of 15.2 points, 11.0 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.3 blocks per game in that span. If healthy, Williams should be a franchise cornerstone for the Hornets.

Holmes (shoulder) is listed as doubtful for Thursday's game against the Magic.

Holmes suffered a right shoulder contusion late in the first quarter of Wednesday's 116-111 win over the Kings and didn't return. The injury has him trending toward missing the second game of a back-to-back Thursday, which would leave Tristan Vukcevic as the clear top backup option at center behind starter Alex Sarr.

Turner finished with 15 points (6-10 FG, 3-7 3Pt), nine rebounds, two assists and two blocks across 29 minutes during Wednesday's 119-105 win over the Hornets.

Turner returned to the starting lineup after a one-game absence and posted a solid outing, showing an efficient touch from the floor and ending just one rebound away from a double-double. He also recorded multiple blocks for the fifth time in his last eight appearances, as Turner remains an impact defender who can protect the rim at a high level. Turner should play a key role for the Pacers down the stretch and in the postseason. He's averaging 16.2 points, 6.7 rebounds, 2.0 blocks, 1.7 assists and 0.8 steals per game since the All-Star break.

Holmgren chipped in 22 points (7-14 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 8-9 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists, six blocks and two steals over 33 minutes during Wednesday's 119-103 victory over the Pistons.

Holmgren continues to make a strong defensive impact. He has logged multiple steals eight times this season and is averaging an impressive 2.4 blocks per game. Holmgren has now logged back-to-back double-doubles but is struggling with his outside shot as of late, converting just 30.6 percent of his 3.6 three-point attempts per contest across his previous 10 appearances.