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Bradley contributed 12 points (6-8 FG), nine rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal over 20 minutes during Monday's 132-130 overtime victory over the Timberwolves.

Bradley saw an expanded role Monday and recorded double-digit minutes for the first time this season, although that happened due to the absences of Myles Turner (hip), Pascal Siakam (personal) and Aaron Nesmith (ankle) in the frontcourt. The veteran made the most of the opportunity, setting several campaign-best marks while ending just one rebound shy of a double-double. One good game shouldn't alter his upside drastically, though, and Bradley should continue to be no more than a depth option in the Pacers' frontcourt.

Kessler recorded seven points (3-11 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 12 rebounds, three blocks and one assist over 31 minutes during Monday's 111-97 loss to the Bulls.

Kessler led the club in blocks Monday, marking his 36th outing with multiple swats across 52 regular-season appearances. Additionally, the 23-year-old racked up a game-best 12 rebounds and has logged double-digit boards in nine of his last 10 appearances. However, the big man struggled from the field, and over his past two games, he has shot 1-for-11 from beyond the arc. Kessler had attempted only six triples on the season before that two-game span.

Missi had 12 points (4-7 FG, 4-6 FT), 10 rebounds and two blocks in 22 minutes during Monday's 127-81 loss to the Pistons.

Missi recorded his 11th double-double on the season during his return from a two-game absence streak due to a sprained left ankle. He has now logged double-digit rebounds in 20 of his 64 regular-season appearances. Additionally, the rookie big man tied the game-high mark in blocks, racking up multiple swats for the 24th game this season.

Sabonis sustained an apparent right ankle injury during the third quarter of Monday's game against the Grizzlies and will not return, Matt George of ABC 10 Sacramento reports. He'll finish the game with six points (3-4 FG, 0-1 FT), four assists and one rebound across 12 minutes.

Sabonis exited to the locker room during the first quarter due to a laceration over his left eye, though he was able to return. However, the star big man seemingly rolled his right ankle in the third quarter and was unable to shoot the free throws before exiting to the locker room. Sabonis looked to be in a significant amount of pain as he limped off the floor, and he required assistance getting back to the locker room. Jonas Valanciunas and Trey Lyles will likely pick up the slack the rest of the way.

Ware contributed 10 points (5-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt), six rebounds, one block and one steal in 19 minutes during Monday's 116-95 loss to New York.

Ware returned to the second unit in Monday's contest with Haywood Highsmith starting, going on to lead all Heat bench players in rebounds while finishing as one of five Miami players with a double-digit point total. Ware has reached double figures in scoring in six outings when coming off the bench.

Robinson tallied 10 points (5-7 FG), nine rebounds, two blocks, two steals and one assist over 24 minutes in Monday's 116-95 win over Miami.

Robinson had his best performance of the season for the Knicks bench in Monday's contest, leading all New York bench players in scoring and rebounds while securing a team-high-tying pair of blocks in a near double-double. Robinson set season-high marks in both scoring and rebounds while matching season-high totals in steals and blocks.

Sabonis (laceration) will return to Monday's game against the Grizzlies, Marc J. Spears of ESPN.com reports.

Sabonis exited to the locker room early in the first quarter due to a laceration over his left eye, though he is set to return after presumably getting stitched up. The star big man will likely be able to shoulder his usual workload the rest of the way.

Sabonis sustained an apparent facial laceration and exited to the locker room in the first quarter of Monday's game against the Grizzlies, Brenden Nunes of KHTK Sactown Sports 1140 reports.

Sabonis left the court with a gash near his left eye, and he'll likely need to get stitched up before the club makes a decision on his status the rest of the way. If the star big man remains on the sideline, Jonas Valanciunas and Trey Lyles will likely see a bump in minutes.

Gobert was ejected from Monday's game against the Pacers after being assessed a Flagrant 2 foul, Alex Golden of the 'Setting the Pace' podcast reports. He registered three points (1-2 FG, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, one assist and three blocks in 22 minutes before departing.

Gobert was tossed midway through the third quarter after getting into an altercation with Andrew Nembhard, who was hit with his second technical and also ejected. It'll be up to Naz Reid and Luka Garza to fill in at center the rest of the way.

Castleton is starting Monday's game against the Suns, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Castleton will get the nod at center after it was announced that Jakob Poeltl is in line for a night off. Castleton recorded 13 points, seven rebounds and two assists across 24 minutes in his last start Friday against the Jazz, showing that he can produce when given an uptick in opportunity.