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Duren had 24 points (6-12 FG, 12-13 FT), 18 rebounds, one assist and two blocks in 28 minutes during Sunday's 119-113 win over the Celtics.

The fourth-year center managed only 12 boards through the Pistons' first two games combined, but Duren flashed his upside on the glass in his first double-double of 2025-26. The 24 points were also an early season high, although his night was cut short Friday when he picked up a Flagrant 2 foul and was ejected after just 12 minutes. Duren has averaged a double-double in each of the last two seasons, but Detroit is counting on the 21-year-old to take a step forward now that he's gained more strength and experience.

The Grizzlies intend to sign Bassey to a 10-day hardship contract, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

The 25-year-old center will join the Grizzlies to provide short-term frontcourt depth due to Zach Edey (ankle) and Brandon Clarke (knee) being sidelined. Bassey appeared in a career-high 36 regular-season games (one start) with the Spurs last season, during which he averaged 4.4 points and 4.2 rebounds across 10.4 minutes per contest.

Williams (knee) is not listed on the injury report ahead of Monday's game against the Jazz.

Williams missed Saturday's game, which was the second half of a back-to-back set due to a right knee issue, as he will be load-managed throughout the season. However, he will return to action Monday against Utah. In two appearances, Williams has averaged 4.0 points, 8.5 rebounds and 1.0 blocks in 19.0 minutes per contest.

Holmgren (back) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against Dallas.

Holmgren was also questionable for Saturday's win over the Hawks due to soreness in his lower back, but he suited up and recorded 31 points (8-12 FG, 6-8 3Pt, 9-10 FT), 12 rebounds, three steals, one assist and one block over 27 minutes. If the 23-year-old joins Jalen Williams (wrist), Alex Caruso (concussion), Isaiah Joe (knee) and Kenrich Williams (knee) -- among others -- on the sideline, Aaron Wiggins, Brooks Barnhizer and Jaylin Williams are candidates for increased playing time.

Huff will start in Sunday's game against the Timberwolves, Scott Agness of FieldhouseFiles.com reports.

With several players sidelined for Sunday's contest, Huff will get the starting nod for the injury-plagued Pacers. The big man has averaged 3.5 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.0 blocks in 11.0 minutes per game over two appearances this season.

Wiseman will come off the bench during Sunday's game against the Timberwolves, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.

Wiseman started in his season debut Saturday, but he will retreat to a bench role Sunday. He still figures to see a sizable role backing up Jay Huff and Isaiah Jackson.

Jackson will start Sunday's game against the Timberwolves, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.

Jackson will make his second start of the season, with James Wiseman retreating to the bench. In his previous start, Jackson saw just eight minutes, so a starting role does not necessarily mean his usage will be significantly increased.

Jordan (recently signed) isn't listed on the Pelicans' injury report for Monday's game against the Celtics.

Jordan signed a one-year deal with the Pelicans on Friday but didn't play in the team's loss to the Spurs that night. The veteran big man isn't guaranteed to see the floor against Boston, though he could enter the rotation if Yves Missi (ankle) and Karlo Matkovic (back) are ultimately ruled out.

Porzingis (illness) is questionable for Monday's game against the Bulls, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Porzingis has missed the last two games due to an illness, which now has his status for Monday in question. If he is unable to go, Onyeka Okongwu, Mouhamed Gueye and Asa Newell are expected to see expanded roles.

MIssi (ankle) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Celtics.

Missi is in jeopardy of missing his second consecutive contest due to a sprained right ankle he sustained in Wednesday's season-opening loss to the Grizzlies. However, the big man was a full participant in Sunday's practice, which bodes well for his availability Monday. If he's unable to face Boston, Derik Queen, Karlo Matkovic (back) and DeAndre Jordan are candidates for an uptick in minutes.