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Okongwu (knee) amassed 15 points (6-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-5 FT), four rebounds, two steals and one block across 18 minutes during Sunday's 136-107 win over the Raptors.

After missing five straight games with left knee inflammation, Okongwu provided a spark off the bench with an efficient 15 points, outscoring veteran starter Clint Capela in the process. Okongwu has been a steady presence as the backup center from Atlanta's second unit in 2024-25, averaging 12.7 points, 6.1 rebounds, 1.0 steals and 0.6 blocks in 22.4 minutes per game over his seven appearances in December. Capela's presence as the Hawks' starting center may continue to cap Okongwu's fantasy ceiling going forward, but the latter has plenty of contingent upside if the former ever were to go down with an injury.

Carter produced 13 points (6-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-4 FT), six rebounds and one assist across 27 minutes during Sunday's 102-101 win over the Nets.

Carter returned to the Magic starting lineup due to numerous injuries on the roster and put forth a balanced effort Sunday while finishing as one of five players with a double-digit point total. Carter has tallied at least 10 points and five rebounds in seven contests this season. Look for Carter to continue to get extended playing time as Orlando aims to get healthy.

Lively (hip) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Kings, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

A left hip bruise has forced Lively to miss the Mavericks' last two games, but he could make his return Monday. If he remains out, Daniel Gafford would likely start at center while Dwight Powell and Maxi Kleber would both be in line for more minutes off the bench.

Williams (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against the 76ers.

Williams could potentially miss a fourth straight game due to a right ankle sprain. if he is unable to go, Donovan Clingan figures to continue seeing more playing time.

Embiid (foot/sinus fracture) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Trail Blazers, Austin Krell of USA Today reports.

Embiid has been on the injury report as of late due to a left foot sprain and a sinus fracture. He's played in six of the 76ers' last eight games and is coming off a 32-point performance against the Jazz on Saturday. Embiid is averaging 22.4 points, 6.8 rebounds, 3.9 assists, 1.1 blocks and 1.0 steals over 28.7 minutes per game this season.

Drummond (toe) is questionable for Monday's game against the Trail Blazers, Austin Krell of USA Today reports.

Drummond has missed the last two games due to a sprained toe which now has his status for Monday in the air. If he is unable to go, Guerschon Yabusele will likely continue to see an ample role.

Collins (hip) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Nuggets, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Collins is likely to miss a fourth straight game due to a left hip contusion. If he is ultimately unable to go, Cody Williams and Brice Sensabaugh are likely to see increased roles.

Clarke (knee) is out for Sunday's game against the Thunder.

Clarke joins a laundry list of Grizzlies players ruled out ahead of Sunday's contest, with the big man's absence due to right knee soreness. With Zach Edey (concussion) also out of the lineup, Jay Huff will likely see a substantial role in the frontcourt alongside Jaren Jackson.

Edey has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Thunder due to a concussion.

Edey was a late addition to the injury report and appears to have landed in concussion protocols, putting his status for Tuesday's game in Phoenix in jeopardy as well. With Edey and Santi Aldama (ankle) out, Jay Huff and Brandon Clarke (knee) are candidates for expanded roles.

Okongwu (knee) is available for Sunday's game against the Raptors, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Okongwu will return to action Sunday after missing five straight games due to left knee inflammation. Before the injury, the big man scored in double figures in eight straight games, averaging 13.4 points and 7.4 rebounds in 24.9 minutes per game during that stretch.