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Clingan closed with six points (2-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-4 FT), 17 rebounds and one block in 32 minutes during Friday's 100-93 loss to the Mavericks.

The 17 boards represented Clingan's best effort on the glass since Feb. 12, when he pulled down 18 rebounds against the Jazz. The second-year center has recorded double-digit boards in 12 straight games, averaging 14.8 points, 13.4 rebounds, 2.4 blocks, 2.1 assists, 1.0 threes and 0.9 steals over that stretch while shooting 50.4 percent from the floor.

Avdija finished with 20 points (8-15 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 4-9 FT), nine rebounds, six assists, two blocks and one steal across 38 minutes during Friday's 100-93 loss to the Mavericks.

The 25-year-old forward fell one board short of tying his career high with his 18th double-double of the season. Avdija hasn't found his shot from three-point range since returning in early March from a six-game absence due to back trouble but has otherwise been productive. Over the last 11 contests, he's averaging 21.5 points, 6.9 assists, 6.4 rebounds, 1.0 threes and 1.5 combined steals-plus-blocks while shooting just 19.6 percent from long range.

Holiday ended with 23 points (8-19 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one steal in 35 minutes during Friday's 100-93 loss to Dallas.

The 23 points led the Blazers on the night, as Holiday topped 20 points for the first time since March 13. The veteran point guard's usage has been a little inconsistent this month, but over his last 14 games he's drained multiple three-pointers nine times, averaging 16.2 points, 6.1 assists, 4.4 boards, 2.8 threes and 0.8 steals in March.

Marshall posted 19 points (7-14 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 5-7 FT), three rebounds, three assists and five steals over 33 minutes during Friday's 100-93 victory over the Trail Blazers.

The five steals were a career high for Marshall, and he's scored at least 16 points in seven of the last eight games. During that stretch, the 28-year-old forward is averaging 20.4 points, 4.8 boards, 4.8 steals, 1.4 steals and 1.1 threes, and as long as he stays healthy he should retain a significant role in the rotation for the injury-depleted Mavs.

Flagg logged 24 points (9-17 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 6-6 FT), three rebounds, two assists and four steals in 38 minutes during Friday's 100-93 win over Portland.

It's the third straight game and the sixth time in his last eight contests that Flagg has produced more than 20 points. The star rookie appears to be back in form after a foot injury cost him the last game before the All-Star break and the first seven contests after it. Over his last eight appearances, Flagg's averaging 23.8 points, 6.8 assists, 6.0 boards, 1.5 steals, and 1.3 blocks while shooting 51.1 percent from the floor.

Dosunmu (calf) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Detroit, Charlie Walton of ZoneCoverage.com reports.

Dosunmu will miss a second consecutive game due to a right calf injury. He started in four straight games before his injury, averaging 19.0 points, 8.0 rebounds, 5.5 assists, 2.3 threes and 1.0 steals over 32.8 minutes in that span. With Dosunmu, Jaden McDaniels (knee) and Anthony Edwards (knee) all sidelined, the Timberwolves will rely more heavily on the likes of Bones Hyland, Terrence Shannon and Kyle Anderson for Saturday's contest. Dosunmu's next chance to play is Monday against the Mavericks.

Bagley accumulated a game-high 26 points (11-14 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 1-4 FT), nine rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal in 27 minutes during Friday's 100-93 win over the Trail Blazers.

The 27-year-old big missed part of the second half to get checked out for a shoulder issue, but Bagley was able to return in the fourth quarter to help secure the victory. The 26 points were a season high for Bagley as well, but it was only the second time in 11 March games (one start) that he's scored in double digits. On the month, he's averaging just 9.0 points, 6.0 boards, 1.7 assists and 0.8 threes in 20.1 minutes.

Porzingis amassed 28 points (9-17 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 5-7 FT), eight rebounds and three assists over 29 minutes during Friday's 131-126 win over Washington.

Porzingis has struggled to be available regularly for the Warriors due to several health-related issues, but when he's out there, he's capable of carrying the team offensively. Porzingis has played in the last three games for Golden State and has surpassed the 20-point mark twice in that span. Since making his team debut Feb. 19, Porzingis is averaging 17.1 points, 4.7 boards and 2.6 assists per game. However, he's been playing more regularly of late, and over his last six appearances, those numbers have increased to 18.8 points, 5.5 rebounds and 2.7 dimes per contest. His arrow is definitely pointing in the right direction.

Santos supplied 27 points (8-12 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 8-9 FT), four rebounds and four assists across 33 minutes during Friday's 131-126 victory over the Wizards.

The Brazilian forward is one of several players who have had to step up offensively due to the absences of Stephen Curry (knee) and Jimmy Butler (knee). Santos is making the three-year, $15 million deal he signed with Golden State earlier this season look like an absolute bargain based on his recent performances. He's averaging 16.4 points, 5.7 rebounds, 4.1 assists and 1.3 steals per game across 19 appearances since the All-Star break. He's also coming off back-to-back games in which he's surpassed the 25-point plateau.

Podziemski logged 22 points (6-13 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 7-8 FT), 10 rebounds, seven assists and two steals over 33 minutes during Friday's 131-126 win over the Wizards.

Podziemski has reached the 20-point mark in three straight games, which marks his longest streak of the season doing so. With Jimmy Butler (knee) and Stephen Curry (knee) sidelined, Podziemski has been forced to embrace a bigger role on offense, but he's certainly thriving in that scenario. He's averaging 16.9 points, 6.5 rebounds, 4.4 assists and 0.9 steals per game in 16 appearances since returning to the starting lineup on a regular basis Feb. 25.