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Ayton (knee) tallied 21 points (9-19 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 14 rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block across 34 minutes in Tuesday's 125-112 win over the Bucks.

Ayton operated without any restrictions in his return from a three-game absence due to a left knee sprain, as he exceeded his season-long average in minutes (30.1 per game) while claiming his third consecutive double-double and making contributions in both of the defensive categories. With the 18-29 Trail Blazers being well removed from playoff contention, Ayton could find himself at risk of being held out due to minor injuries in the second half of the season. When available, however, he should make for a strong source of rebounds and efficient scoring.

Landale finished Tuesday's 100-96 victory over the Hawks with four points (2-3 FG), six rebounds, two assists and one block across 16 minutes.

Landale returned from a personal absence, playing 16 minutes as the backup center behind Alperen Sengun. Steven Adams was a late scratch due to ankle soreness, providing Landale with an unexpected opportunity. Through 22 games, Landale averages just 3.1 points and 2.8 rebounds in 9.5 minutes per contest.

Davis won't return to Tuesday's game against the 76ers due to an abdominal muscle strain, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

Davis chipped in four points (2-3 FG), two rebounds and one steal across 10 minutes before checking out of the game with 2:10 remaining in the first quarter and heading to the locker room. The superstar big man's status will be something to monitor ahead of Thursday's game against Washington. Jaxson Hayes, Jarred Vanderbilt (foot) and Christian Koloko could take on added minutes in the frontcourt if Davis is unable to play Thursday.

Clingan will come off the bench in Tuesday's game against the Bucks, Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan Portland reports.

The rookie big man will shift back to the bench with Deandre Ayton (knee) returning from a three-game absence. Clingan has appeared in each of the club's last two outings following a five-game absence due to a left ankle sprain, during which he has amassed four points (2-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt), 19 rebounds, six blocks, five assists and one steal across 38 total minutes.

Davis is deemed questionable to return to Tuesday's game versus the 76ers due to an abdominal muscle strain, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Davis tallied four points (2-3 FG), two rebounds and one steal in 10 minutes of action before leaving Tuesday's contest with 2:10 remaining in the first quarter. If Davis is unable to return, Jaxson Hayes and Christian Koloko will likely receive increased playing time.

Ayton (knee) is available for Tuesday's game versus the Bucks, Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan Portland reports.

Ayton has been upgraded from questionable to available Tuesday after missing Portland's previous three outings due to a sprained left knee. The 26-year-old big man will likely reclaim his starting spot from Donovan Clingan. Ayton is averaging 11.6 points, 9.8 rebounds and 1.7 assists in 28.7 minutes across his last 10 appearances.

Capela has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Houston due to back spasms, Mike Conti of the Atlanta Hawks Radio Network reports.

Capela was not listed on the injury report for Tuesday's game at any point, though he'll be a late scratch due to the back issue. With the veteran big man sidelined, Larry Nance and Mouhamed Gueye could see increased minutes behind Onyeka Okongwu.

Davis (foot) is available for Tuesday's game against Philadelphia, Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports.

Davis will suit up for the second leg of the club's back-to-back set after having landed on the injury report with left foot plantar fasciitis. Over his last five outings, the star big man has averaged 29.4 points, 14.0 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 2.6 blocks and 1.2 steals in 34.6 minutes per game.

Powell (hip) is out for Wednesday's game against the Pelicans.

A right hip strain will keep Powell out for a sixth straight game Wednesday, and the veteran big man will hope to return to Dallas' rotation Friday against Detroit. With Dereck Lively (ankle) and Maxi Kleber (foot) both out for extended periods of time, the Mavericks are essentially left with veteran Markieff Morris in the backup center role behind starter Daniel Gafford.

Adams is out for Tuesday's game against the Hawks due to left ankle soreness.

Following Monday's win over Boston, Adams was a late addition to the Rockets' injury report and will miss the second leg of a back-to-back set. Adams' absence should pave the way for Jock Landale to serve as starting center Alperen Sengun's top backup.