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Filipowski is not in the Jazz's starting lineup against the Thunder on Friday.

Filipowski will retreat to the bench Friday due to Walker Kessler (thumb) being cleared to play. Filipowski started Feb. 13 against the Clippers, the Jazz's final game before the All-Star break, and finished with a career-high 20 points along with 10 rebounds across 37 minutes.

Allen suffered a right hand injury during Friday's game against the Knicks and won't return, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Allen initially injured his hand at some point during the first half. After X-rays on his hand came back negative, Allen was on the court to begin the third quarter, but he played just four minutes before the Cavaliers ruled him out for the rest of the contest. He'll finish the game with 10 points (5-6 FG) and three rebounds over 20 minutes of court time. The veteran center will presumably be re-evaluated Saturday before the Cavaliers make a call on his availability for Sunday's game versus the Grizzlies.

Bassey (knee) is available for Friday's game against the Pistons.

Bassey missed the Spurs' last six games prior to the All-Star break due to a sprained MCL in his left knee. The 2021 second-round pick should see an uptick in playing time moving forward due to Victor Wembanyama (blood clot) being ruled out for the rest of the season.

Gobert (back) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Rockets, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

Gobert will miss a second consecutive game due to a back issue. The veteran big man's absence will likely result in a heavier workload for Naz Reid, Jaylen Clark and Terrence Shannon against the Rockets.

Robinson will be in the starting lineup for the Raptors in Friday's game against the Heat, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.

Robinson will be a starter for Toronto on Friday when he takes on the team that gave him his first opportunity at the NBA level, the first time he's been in the starting lineup since Dec. 16, 2023. In 20 games this season, the 23-year-old big man has averaged 3.2 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.0 per game across 10.1 minutes per contest.

Powell (hip) won't play in Friday's game versus the Pelicans.

As expected, Powell was downgraded from doubtful to out Friday after missing Dallas' previous 14 contests due to a right hip strain. However, Powell has returned to practice, and his next chance to suit up will be Sunday's matchup with Golden State.

Vucevic is listed as probable for Saturday's game against the Suns due to right calf soreness.

Vucevic has missed only one outing this season and is expected to play while he deals with calf soreness. Over his last five games, the big man has averaged 14.0 points, 8.8 rebounds and 2.4 assists across 31.0 minutes per contest. If Vucevic is sidelined, the Bulls will have to rely on Zach Collins at center with Jalen Smith (concussion) on the shelf.

Williams (knee) closed Thursday's 110-102 loss to the Lakers with eight points (4-5 FG), six rebounds, two blocks, two steals and one assist over 25 minutes.

Williams returned to game action after missing the club's last two outings before the All-Star break due to right knee soreness. The big man was efficient while impacting both sides of the court, albeit in a losing effort. Williams recorded at least two steals and two blocks for the second time this season. Moreover, those two steals account for his most swipes in a game since Nov. 12, though the 27-year-old center has appeared in only 20 regular-season games due to a litany of injuries.

Hukporti totaled two points (1-1 FG), five rebounds and one block in 17 minutes in Thursday's 113-111 overtime win over the Bulls.

Hukporti hasn't had consistent playing time this season, but with Precious Achiuwa thrust into the starting lineup Thursday, the rookie also saw an uptick in playing time. Achiuwa getting minutes at power forward with OG Anunoby (foot) and Josh Hart (knee) banged up bodes well for Hukporti getting more opportunities, at least until Mitchell Robinson (ankle) makes his season debut.

Sharpe logged seven points (3-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt), 10 rebounds, four blocks, three assists and one steal in 20 minutes during Thursday's 110-97 loss to the Cavaliers.

Sharpe came three points shy of his fourth double-double of the season Thursday, and he struggled with efficiency while putting up double-digit shot attempts for just the fifth time in the 2024-25 campaign. However, the big man's game- and season-high four blocks across only 20 minutes were the highlight of his night. Sharpe will likely continue to receive fairly consistent playing time off the bench, as he has averaged 9.4 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 1.3 blocks and 0.8 steals in 17.5 minutes per game over his last 10 outings. He has shot 59.7 percent from the field in that 10-game span.