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Green recorded 17 points (6-14 FG, 5-11 3Pt), two rebounds, three assists and one steal over 38 minutes during Thursday's 110-93 victory over Oklahoma City.

Green tallied 15 of his 17 points from beyond the arc and finished second on his team in scoring behind Ousmane Dieng's 19-point night. Green has now scored in double figures in five of his last six matchups and is averaging 14.8 points, 3.2 rebounds and 2.0 assists during this stretch.

Tshiebwe won't return to Thursday's game against Portland after being placed in concussion protocol.

Tshiebwe went to the locker room during the first half to receive stitches, and the team will shut him down for the evening after reporting that he's entered the league's concussion protocol. He'll have over a week to recover, as the Jazz won't take the court again until after the All-Star break.

Portis collected 15 points (6-11 FG, 3-6 3Pt), 12 rebounds, three assists and four steals in 29 minutes during Thursday's 110-93 win over the Thunder.

Portis bounced back from a dud Wednesday against the Magic, as he was held to four points, two rebounds and one steal in 16 minutes. He looked rejuvenated Thursday night by leading the Milwaukee bench in scoring. Portis also paced the team on the defensive end with four steals, his best effort through 51 games this season.

Tshiebwe suffered a laceration that required stitches above his eye and is questionable to return to Thursday's game against Portland.

Tshiebwe went to the locker room during the first half, and the team has since reported that he's receiving stitches. John Konchar and Blake Hinson could pick up a few extra minutes in the second half if Tshiebwe is unable to return.

Dieng totaled 19 points (7-12 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-4 FT), 11 rebounds, six assists, one steal and four blocks in 36 minutes during Thursday's 110-93 victory over the Thunder.

Dieng stepped into the starting lineup for the first time this season while the Bucks were forced to navigate without Ryan Rollins (foot) and Myles Turner (calf). Dieng came through in a big way, as he led Milwaukee in scoring and posted his first double-double of the 2025-26 campaign. The 22-year-old got off to a slow start with his new club, finishing with two points, one rebound and one steal across five minutes in his Bucks debut, but he's played well in two games since.

Williams was ejected from Thursday's game against Portland after being assessed two technical fouls, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports. He'll end the night with six points (3-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and three rebounds in seven minutes.

Williams was quickly assessed a pair of technical fouls after he disagreed with a call. Svi Mykhailiuk and John Konchar could pick up additional playing time the rest of the way Thursday in Williams' absence.

Marshall is starting Thursday's game against the Lakers, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Marshall will suit up Thursday despite dealing with a left foot issue, and he'll re-join the first unit after coming off the bench Tuesday against Phoenix. He's scored in double figures in 12 of his last 15 starts.

Jones will be deployed off the bench Thursday against the Lakers, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Jones was held in check during Tuesday's start, and he'll shift to a bench role for Thursday's action. Brandon Williams will slot into the starting five as a result.

Williams is starting Thursday's game against the Lakers, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Williams will make his first start since Jan. 17 as the Mavs are without Cooper Flagg (foot) Thursday. Williams fared well in his last start, ending with 22 points, four rebounds, five assists and two steals in 28 minutes.

Kennard will be deployed off the bench Thursday against Dallas, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Kennard filled in admirably in a spot start Tuesday against the Spurs, but he'll retreat to his typical bench role for LA's final game before the All-Star break. He's averaging 10.0 points, 2.0 rebounds and 1.0 assists in his last four outings off the bench.