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Davis (calf) is available for Thursday's matchup against the Celtics, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Similar to what has happened with LeBron James, Davis will suit up and handle his regular workload in the frontcourt despite being a constant presence in the injury report. Davis has been stellar in recent weeks and is averaging a robust stat line of 23.7 points, 13.4 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 3.0 blocks per game since the beginning of January.

Gafford returned to the floor for the Mavericks after suffering an apparent neck injury in the first half, Brandon Rahbar of DailyThunder.com reports.

With the Mavericks dealing with several key players being in and out of the lineup this season, Gafford returning for the second half against the Thunder is a promising sign for Dallas. The 26-year-old big man is helping shoulder the load in the frontcourt with Dereck Lively (ankle) potentially out for the remainder of the regular season.

Jackson-Davis (ankle) is available for Thursday's game against the Bulls, Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN.com reports.

Jackson-Davis came off the bench in the last game against the Kings on Wednesday but finished with 11 points and eight rebounds across 24 minutes, so it wouldn't be surprising if he returns to the first unit here. The second-year big man is averaging 8.4 points, 6.5 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game across 42 appearances (34 starts) in 2024-25.

Gafford exited to the locker room after sustaining an apparent neck injury during the second quarter of Thursday's game against the Thunder, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Gafford stayed down on the court for an extended period, calling for the training staff after a scary fall. With the Mavericks thin at center, Maxi Kleber and Olivier-Maxence Prosper will likely see a bump in minutes the rest of the way if Gafford is unable to return.

Wembanyama posted 30 points (13-21 FG, 4-11 3Pt), 11 rebounds, six assists, five blocks and one steal over 32 minutes during Thursday's 140-110 win over the Pacers.

Wembanyama shined Thursday in front of his hometown crowd in France, leading all players in the contest in scoring, rebounds and blocks while handing out the second-highest assist total among Bucks players in a double-double performance. Wembanyama posted his 12th outing of the season with five or more blocks while recording at least 30 points and 10 boards in five contests.

Zubac (eye) is off the injury report for Thursday's game against the Wizards.

Zubac is slated to return from a two-game absence due to a left eye corneal abrasion. The big man has averaged 14.6 points, 12.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.8 blocks in 29.2 minutes per game over his last five outings, and his availability should send Mo Bamba back to the bench.

Bagley (knee) is listed out for Thursday's game against the Clippers.

Bagley hasn't played since Dec. 23 against the Thunder due to what looked to be a significant right knee sprain. The Wizards haven't offered many details on where Bagley stands in his recovery from the injury, with head coach Brian Keefe having merely said that the big man isn't out for the season. Bagley appears likely to miss more games beyond Thursday.

Missi (illness) is probable for Friday's matchup against Memphis, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

Missi has missed two consecutive contests due to the non-COVID illness, though he'll likely return to game action Friday. The rookie big man has been a mainstay in the Pelicans' starting five, and over his last 10 outings, he has averaged 8.3 points, 7.1 rebounds, 1.9 blocks and 1.8 assists while shooting 60.8 percent from the field in 28.4 minutes per game.

Williams is in the starting lineup for Thursday's game versus the Magic, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Williams will replace Deandre Ayton (knee) in the starting five Thursday. Williams is averaging 5.0 points, 3.5 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 3.0 blocks and 1.0 steals in 16.0 minutes across his previous two starting appearances this season.

Ayton (knee) won't play in Thursday's game versus the Magic, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Ayton has been downgraded from questionable to out Tuesday due to left knee soreness. Robert Williams will draw the start at center in his absence. Ayton's next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Charlotte.