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Jemison (illness) is not on the injury report and should be available for Sunday's game against the Suns.

Jemison missed Friday's game against the Nuggets due to an illness, but he should return to action Sunday. His role remains uncertain, but it wouldn't be surprising if he starts if Jaxson Hayes (knee) doesn't play.

Hayes (knee) is probable for Sunday's game against the Suns.

Hayes has missed the Lakers' last four games, but the probable tag suggests he might be ready to return Sunday. Prior to the injury, Hayes had started in 16 games in a row for the Lakers, averaging 8.3 points, 5.6 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.4 blocks across 23.4 minutes per game.

Jokic (elbow/ankle) is available for Saturday's game against the Wizards.

Jokic was expected to suit up Saturday, so his upgrade in status isn't surprising. The star big man has been playing at a high level all season, and it wouldn't be surprising if he dominates the Wizards, as he posted a season-high 56 points in a loss to Washington on Dec. 7. Jokic is averaging 27.7 points, 13.7 rebounds, 9.0 assists and 1.7 steals per game since the beginning of March.

Poeltl (rest) is available for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Poeltl was rested in Friday's game against the Jazz, but his absence from the injury report suggests that the big man should return to his regular role Sunday. Poeltl is averaging 15.8 points, 7.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists per game since the beginning of March.

Ware is in the Heat's starting lineup against the Grizzlies on Saturday.

Ware came off the bench in Friday's loss to the Celtics, but he's back in the Heat's starting lineup alongside Bam Adebayo and Andrew Wiggins in the frontcourt. Ware has averaged 5.0 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.0 blocks and 1.0 steals over 20.5 minutes per game over his last four outings.

Hartenstein is in the Thunder's starting lineup against the Pistons on Saturday, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Hartenstein will reenter the Thunder's starting five Saturday due to the absence of Chet Holmgren (rest). Hartenstein has averaged 11.5 points, 9.2 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 0.8 steals over 27.3 minutes per game since the beginning of March.

Drummond (toe) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Mavericks, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.

Drummond will miss the first leg of the 76ers' back-to-back set Sunday due to a left toe sprain, but he could return for Monday's bout against the Rockets. With Adem Bona (ankle) also out, Guerschon Yabusele should start at center and see a significant amount of playing time Sunday.

Sharpe is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Celtics, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Sharpe will move into the starting lineup since the Nets will be without Nic Claxton (rest) for this matchup. Sharpe has made just one appearance as a starter this season, posting 25 points, 15 rebounds, five assists, two steals and three blocks across 31 minutes in a loss to the Thunder on Feb. 26.

Capela (personal) is out for Sunday's game against the Nets, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Capela is set to miss a third straight game due to personal reasons, and there's no clear timetable for his return. His next chance to suit up will come against the Hornets on Tuesday, but there's no clarity on when he'll return to the hardwood.

Horford (toe) is out for Saturday's game against the Nets.

As expected, Horford will sit out the second leg of this back-to-back set. The veteran big man should be available for the rematch against Brooklyn on Tuesday. With Horford out and Kristaps Porzingis (illness) available on a minutes restriction, Neemias Queta and Luke Kornet should see more minutes off the bench.