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Jordan totaled four points (2-5 FG), 11 rebounds, one assist and one block across 17 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 122-105 win over the Suns.

The veteran center got a bit of extended run in the fourth quarter as Nikola Jokic took a seat, and Jordan parlayed the opportunity into a season high in boards. The 36-year-old is actually third on the Nuggets' depth chart in the middle, however -- Zeke Nnaji played 21 minutes Saturday -- and Jordan hasn't seen 20-plus minutes in a game since making a spot start against the Rockets on Jan. 15, giving him very limited fantasy appeal.

Jokic finished Saturday's 122-105 victory over Phoenix with 26 points (11-13 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 11 rebounds and nine assists across 29 minutes.

The perennial MVP candidate almost certainly would have secured his 25th triple-double of the season if he hadn't taken a seat for the entire fourth quarter in a big win. Jokic has recorded at least a double-double in five straight games to begin February, averaging 29.4 points, 11.6 assists, 11.2 boards, 2.2 threes, 1.6 steals and 0.8 blocks so far this month.

Kornet chipped in 14 points (7-7 FG), 12 rebounds, three blocks, one assist and one steal over 29 minutes during Saturday's 131-104 victory over the Knicks.

Kornet delivered an impressive performance in Saturday's blowout win, recording his first double-double of the season. The big man also posted game-high marks in rebounds and swats. Kornet has now started in seven outings this season, during which he has averaged 11.6 points, 5.7 rebounds, 2.4 blocks, 1.7 assists and 1.3 steals across 29.1 minutes per game.

Nurkic (trade pending) is not listed on Charlotte's injury report ahead of Sunday's game against the Pistons.

After falling out of the rotation in Phoenix, Nurkic was traded to the Hornets at the deadline and was waiting for the deal to be finalized. It's unclear what Nurkic's role will be in Charlotte, as Mark Williams is sticking around after the trade to the Lakers fell through and Moussa Diabate recently got a promotion.

Zeller (personal/not with team) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Raptors.

Zeller didn't suit up for Atlanta all season before getting traded to Houston. His situation hasn't changed, and it's unlikely he'll suit up anytime soon. The Rockets are on a six-game losing streak and, following Sunday's game, have two more contests until the All-Star break.

Adams has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Raptors due to left ankle soreness.

Adams produced two points (1-9 FG), 12 rebounds and one assist across 22 minutes during Saturday's 116-105 loss to the Mavericks but will take a seat for the second night of a back-to-back set. With Tari Eason (rest) and Cody Zeller (not with team) also unavailable, Jock Landale will operate as the primary backup behind Alperen Sengun. Adams should return to action Wednesday against the Suns.

Eubanks suffered a left ankle sprain Saturday against the Jazz and will not return to the game, independent NBA writer Justin Russo reports.

Eubanks was traded to the Clippers earlier this week to provide some much-needed depth in the frontcourt for Los Angeles. Depending on how much time he may miss due to the ankle sprain, the team may have suffered a costly loss to the second unit. The 27-year-old big man racked up four points, three rebounds and one block in six minutes off the bench in his second game with his new team.

Bitadze provided two points (1-2 FG, 0-2 FT), nine rebounds and one steal over 26 minutes during Saturday's 112-111 victory over the Spurs.

Bitadze played more than 25 minutes for the first time since returning from injury, indicating that his spot as the starting center could be safe after all. Although his production left much to be desired, the increased playing time is encouraging. Look for him to deliver a better performance when the Magic host the Hawks on Monday.

Filipowski will be in the starting lineup Saturday for the Jazz against the Clippers, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Filipowski will make his eighth start of the season Saturday for Utah, which is dealing with several frontcourt injuries. The rookie big man is averaging 8.0 points, 5.8 rebounds and 2.3 steals per game as a starter while shooting 50 percent from the field.

Williams (knee) has been ruled out for the rest of Saturday's game against the Timberwolves.

Williams suffered a right knee injury during Saturday's game and now has been ruled out for the rest of the contest. Considering the veteran big man's injury history, this is a concerning development for the Trail Blazers. In Williams' absence, Portland could turn to Donovan Clingan and Jabari Walker to pick up the slack in the frontcourt.