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Okongwu posted 28 points (12-19 FG, 4-8 3Pt), 12 rebounds, one assist, one block and three steals in 50 minutes during Friday's 123-114 overtime Play-In Game loss to Miami.

Okongwu played a game-high 50 minutes in Friday's elimination game, and he finished as the game's leading rebounder and third in points behind Tyler Herro (30) and Trae Young (29). Okongwu earned a permanent spot in Atlanta's starting lineup January 20 and established himself as a cornerstone piece for the franchise. As a starter during the regular season, Okongwu averaged 14.9 points on 58.1 percent shooting, 10.1 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.1 steals and 0.9 blocks over 31.1 minutes per game.

Adebayo recorded 17 points (8-14 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 11 rebounds, five assists, five blocks and two steals in 44 minutes during Friday's 123-114 overtime Play-In Game victory over the Hawks.

Adebayo came up big on the defensive end the floor, grabbing eight defensive boards and notching a game-high five blocks. He's logged a double-double in each of the Heat's two Play-In Tournament games, but he'll have his hands full in the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs, with the Heat hitting the road to face the Cavaliers for Game 1 on Sunday.

Davis (adductor) is available for Friday's Play-In Game against the Grizzlies, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Davis has been managing a left adductor injury, but he was listed as probable for Friday's contest and has been cleared to play after going through pregame warmups. Over his last nine outings (including Wednesday's Play-In Game win over the Kings), Davis has averaged 20.1 points, 9.3 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 2.2 blocks over 29.9 minutes per game.

Hukporti (knee) is listed as questionable for Saturday's Game 1 against the Pistons.

Hukporti tore his meniscus in his left knee and underwent surgery Feb. 28, though the questionable tag bodes well for the rookie. However, the 23-year-old center's potential return isn't expected to cause any waves in the rotation.

Sims (thumb) is not listed on the Bucks' injury report for Saturday's matchup with the Pacers in Game 1 of the first-round playoff series.

Sims underwent thumb surgery March 17 and missed the remainder of the regular season, but he's available for the start of the Bucks' postseason run. The 26-year-old won't be guaranteed a spot in the rotation during the playoffs, as Bobby Portis returned from his 25-game suspension late in the regular season to serve as the top backup at both frontcourt spots.

Lopez (rest) is available for Saturday's Game 1 against the Pacers.

Lopez rested in the Bucks' regular-season finale against the Pistons, but he'll be good to go for the start of the playoffs. The veteran center finished the regular season averaging 13.0 points on 50.9 percent shooting (including 37.3 percent from three on 4.7 3PA/G), 5.0 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.9 blocks over 31.8 minutes per game.

Davis (adductor) has been listed as probable for Friday's game against the Grizzlies.

Davis continues to manage a left adductor injury, but he's trending toward playing in Friday's Play-In Game in Memphis. The superstar big man had a stellar performance in Wednesday's win against the Kings, finishing with 27 points, nine rebounds and three blocks.

Capela (hand) won't play in Friday's Play-In Game versus the Heat, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Capela hasn't played since March 10 due to a sprained left hand. Onyeka Okongwu will continue to start in his absence. Atlanta will have to advance past Miami in the Play-In Tournament to give Capela another chance at suiting up this season.

Valanciunas registered four points (2-2 FG), one rebound and two blocks over 10 minutes during Wednesday's 120-106 Play-In Game loss to the Mavericks.

Valanciunas was traded from the Wizards to the Kings in February and has primarily operated as the backup center to Domantas Sabonis. Across Valanciunas' 32 regular-season appearances for Sacramento, including nine starts, he averaged 8.7 points, 7.0 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 16.9 minutes.

Collins chipped in two points (1-1 FG) and one assist over five minutes during Wednesday's 109-90 Play-In Game loss to the Heat.

Although he didn't see much run in this game, Collins saw his role increase in 2024-25 following his trade from the Spurs. He appeared in 28 games for Chicago, averaging 8.6 points, 6.7 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 0.5 steals, 0.5 blocks and 0.6 three-pointers in 19.7 minutes per game.