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Collins (rest) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Clippers.

Collins put up a 21-point performance during Utah's overtime loss to Phoenix on Friday, and he will not play in the second leg of the Jazz's back-to-back Saturday. Micah Potter, Brice Sensabaugh and Johnny Juzang should all see a significant increase in playing time due to the absences of Collins, Lauri Markkanen (back) and Walker Kessler (shoulder). Collins should be able to return for Monday's game against the Lakers.

Bryant is in the Pacers' starting lineup against the Lakers on Saturday, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Bryant will make his third start of the year Saturday due to the absence of Myles Turner (neck). With Turner out and Bryant starting, Obi Toppin and Enrique Freeman could see some playing time at center when the Pacers go with a small-ball lineup. Bryant finished Thursday's 119-112 win over the Clippers with 12 points, 10 rebounds, four assists and one block over 28 minutes.

Bagley (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Thunder.

Bagley was traded by the Wizards to the Grizzlies on Thursday, but he hasn't played since Dec. 23 due to a right knee sprain. His next opportunity to see the floor will be Tuesday against the Suns, though there isn't a clear timeline for his return.

Williams (trade pending) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Packers, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

Williams was traded by the Hornets to the Lakers on Thursday, but he will not be able to make his debut with his new team Saturday as the trade is still pending, per Khobi Price of The Orange County Register. Jaxson Hayes should continue to start for the Lakers until Williams is officially cleared to make his debut, and his next opportunity to do so is Monday against the Jazz.

Turner, who has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Lakers, is considered day-to-day moving forward due to a cervical strain, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Turner was checked for a concussion after leaving in the first quarter of Thursday's win over the Clippers, but he's no longer in the protocol and is instead tending to a neck injury. Thomas Bryant and Obi Toppin are expected to cover most of the minutes at center for the Pacers on Saturday in Turner's absence.

Holmgren (rest) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Grizzlies, Rylan Stiles of FanSided.com reports.

Holmgren, who had been out of action since Nov. 10 due to a right iliac wing fracture, made his return Friday against the Raptors and finished with four points, five rebounds, four blocks and two steals over 22 minutes. He'll continue to have his minutes restricted while working his way back from his injury, and his next opportunity to play will be Monday against the Pelicans. Jaylin Williams and Isaiah Joe are candidates to enter the starting lineup due to Holmgren's absence.

The Wizards are expected to waive Len on Saturday, and the center is expected to sign a one-year deal with Indiana upon clearing waivers, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Washington acquired Len on Thursday in a three-team deal involving the Kings and Grizzlies, but the Wizards never had any plans of keeping the journeyman center in the fold. Assuming Len clears waivers, he'll add depth to a Pacers frontcourt that includes Myles Turner (neck) and Thomas Bryant. Len didn't see much playing time in Sacramento prior to being traded, averaging 1.4 points and 1.8 boards in 7.2 minutes per game over 36 appearances. Since he'll likely be behind both Turner on Bryant on the center depth chart in Indiana, Len will presumably find himself outside of the rotation in most games.

Sarr (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Hawks, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Sarr will miss a sixth straight game due to a sprained left ankle, and his next opportunity to play will be Monday against the Spurs. Richaun Holmes played a season-high 31 minutes during the Wizards' 134-124 loss to the Cavaliers on Friday, and he should continue to see heavy minutes at center due to Sarr's absence.

Zeller (not with team) is out for Saturday's game versus the Mavericks.

Zeller was traded from the Hawks to the Rockets earlier this week but hasn't joined his teammates in Houston after not joining his teammates in Atlanta all season. The veteran big man is unlikely to receive significant playing time with his new team.

Capela (personal) was not listed on the Hawks' injury report ahead of Saturday's game against the Wizards, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Capela has missed the Hawks' last six games due to a back injury and for personal reasons, but he's been cleared to return for Saturday's contest. Capela was moved to the bench Jan. 20 in favor of Onyeka Okongwu, and the former has averaged 10.8 points, 9.5 rebounds and 1.3 blocks over 19.0 minutes per game over his last four outings in a reserve role.