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Carlson (concussion) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Charlotte.

Carlson is set to miss a third straight game while in the concussion protocol. The rookie center won't be part of the Thunder rotation once he's cleared to play again.

Okongwu (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's matchup against the Heat, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Okongwu will miss his fifth consecutive outing while he deals with left knee inflammation. There is no clear timetable for his return, though his next chance to play will come Sunday against the Raptors.

Williams (thumb) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Thunder.

Williams is in jeopardy of missing his second contest over the club's last four outings while he deals with left thumb soreness. If the big man is sidelined, Nick Richards will likely get the starting nod, with Moussa Diabate receiving an increased role off the bench.

Sabonis (illness) did not practice Friday, Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee reports.

The star big man was held out of Thursday's loss to the Pistons due to the illness, and his absence from practices bodes poorly for his status in Saturday's game against the Lakers. Alex Len and Trey Lyles both saw extended playing time in Sabonis' absence, and the 28-year-old can be considered questionable at best for Saturday's matchup until the team provides another update.

Embiid is listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus the Jazz due to a left foot sprain and right sinus fracture.

After suiting up in each of Philadelphia's last two outings, Embiid is now in danger of missing Saturday's contest. If Embiid is ultimately downgraded to out against Utah, Andre Drummond (toe) and Guerschon Yabusele are candidates to receive increased playing time.

Drummond (toe) is listed as probable for Saturday's game against Utah.

Drummond sustained the sprained left toe during Monday's loss to the Spurs, and he was sidelined for Wednesday's win over the Celtics. However, the probable tag bodes well for the veteran big man's status, and he'll likely give it a go against the Jazz.

Hayes (ankle) was a limited participant during Friday's practice, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

Hayes has missed the Lakers' last 13 outings due to a right ankle sprain, though he was able to go through non-contact portions of Friday's practice. There is no clear timetable for the big man's return, and he can be considered questionable at best for Saturday's game against the Kings until the Lakers provide an update on his status.

Davis (ankle) didn't participate in Friday's practice and is currently listed as questionable for Saturday's game in Los Angeles against the Kings, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

Davis went down with an ankle sprain in the win over the Warriors on Christmas Day, which resulted in him playing only seven minutes against Golden State. However, the sprain might not be as bad as initially thought, as he could play Saturday when the team faces the Kings for a fourth and final time during the regular season. If Davis misses the matchup against Sacramento, coach JJ Redick may have to turn to Christian Koloko more off the bench and rookie standout Dalton Knecht, who both got a bump in minutes against the Warriors.

Huff (ankle) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against New Orleans.

Huff is in jeopardy of missing his fifth consecutive outing due to a sprained left ankle. If the 27-year-old joins Santi Aldama (ankle), Vince Williams (ankle) and GG Jackson (foot) on the sideline, Jake LaRavia and Brandon Clarke should continue to receive a slight uptick in playing time off the bench

Richards contributed six points (2-5 FG, 2-3 FT), five rebounds and one assist in 16 minutes during Thursday's 113-110 loss to Washington.

With Mark Williams back in the starting lineup, Richards has received a reduced role as Charlotte's backup center. Across Richards' six appearances coming off the bench, he is averaging 8.8 points and 5.3 rebounds in 17.0 minutes.