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Theis (thumb) has been listed as doubtful for Friday's game against the Celtics.

Theis is having a less-than-stellar season in a bench role with the Pelicans. The veteran big man is averaging a career-low 4.3 points to go along with 4.3 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 16.3 minutes per game. From a fantasy perspective, he hasn't made a big impact during the 2024-25 campaign.

Horford (toe) is listed as probable for Friday's game versus the Pelicans, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Horford is expected to return to action Friday after missing Boston's previous two outings due to a left toe sprain. The veteran big man should continue to operate as one of Boston's primary backups in the frontcourt alongside Luke Kornet.

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

Powell's absence streak will extend to seven games Friday due to a strained right hip. The 33-year-old big man's next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Cleveland.

Williams (foot) won't play in Friday's game versus the Clippers.

Williams will miss his second straight contest due to left foot tendon injury management Friday. Taj Gibson will likely draw another start in his absence. It wouldn't be surprising for Williams to return to action for the second leg of Charlotte's back-to-back Saturday against Denver.

Drummond (toe) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Nuggets.

Drummond will miss a fifth straight game Friday for the 76ers as he continues to deal with a toe injury on his left foot. With Joel Embiid (knee) also ruled out for the matchup with Denver, Guerschon Yabusele will likely continue to get an increased workload in the frontcourt for Philadelphia.

Embiid (knee) won't play in Friday's game versus the Nuggets.

Embiid will miss his 14th straight contest Friday due to a left knee injury. With Andre Drummond (toe) also out, Guerschon Yabusele should continue to start at center. Embiid's next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Boston.

Looney notched 18 points (5-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 8-9 FT), three rebounds, two assists and four blocks across 25 minutes during Wednesday's 116-109 victory over the Thunder.

Looney was key to the Warriors' win Wednesday against the Thunder. The veteran big man didn't crash the glass like he usually does for Golden State, finishing with three rebounds. Still, he made an impact in other areas, recording season-high total points (18) and blocks (4) to help his team beat Oklahoma City.

Reid (illness) has been cleared to play in Thursday's game against the Jazz.

Reid missed a game for the first time this season Wednesday due to an illness but will be available for Thursday's matchup against the Jazz. The talented and versatile big man is averaging a career-high 13.6 points to go along with 5.1 rebounds and 1.7 assists this season for the Timberwolves.

Hartenstein totaled four points (2-10 FG, 0-1 3Pt), 18 rebounds, six assists and one block in 31 minutes during Wednesday's 116-109 loss to the Warriors.

Hartenstein may have struggled with his shooting, going 2-for-10 from the field in Wednesday's loss against the Warriors, but he got the job done on the glass, tying his season-high 18 rebounds. The veteran big man has recorded 18 boards three times this season. He's averaging a career-high 12.4 rebounds per game in his first year with Oklahoma City.

Wembanyama logged 23 points (8-16 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 4-5 FT), 12 rebounds, four assists, three blocks and two steals over 35 minutes during Wednesday's 128-116 loss to the Clippers.

Wembanyama's team-high 12 rebounds helped him record his sixth straight double-double Wednesday. The 20-year-old phenom has recorded at least one block in all 39 appearances this season while tallying at least three swats in 29 outings. Wembanyama has also increased his three-point percentage from 32.5 percent as a rookie to 35.5 percent in 2024-25.