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Portis (hip) is available for Friday's game against the Pacers but is not in the starting lineup.

Portis started each of his last three appearances prior to his two-game absence due to a right hip contusion. However, he'll come off the bench Friday. Over his last 10 appearances off the bench, the veteran big man has averaged 13.1 points, 6.6 rebounds and 2.0 assists across 23.5 minutes per contest.

Sims will start against the Pacers on Friday.

With Kyle Kuzma (calf) sidelined, Sims will get the starting nod Friday. As a starter this season (four games), the 27-year-old big man has averaged 2.5 points and 5.0 rebounds in 24.5 minutes per tilt.

Jones won't start against the Bucks on Friday.

Jones got a spot start in Tuesday's loss to the Jazz but will move back to the second unit Friday. The rookie second-rounder isn't guaranteed to see meaningful minutes against Milwaukee, as he'll be buried behind Andrew Nembhard, Ben Sheppard, T.J. McConnell and Johnny Furphy in the backcourt.

Sheppard is not in the Pacers' starting lineup against the Bucks on Friday.

Sheppard will revert to a bench role for Friday's contest due to the return of Aaron Nesmith (hand). Sheppard started the Pacers' 131-122 loss to the Jazz on Tuesday, when he finished with eight points, one rebound and one assist over 29 minutes.

Walker won't start Friday's game against the Bucks.

Pascal Siakam will return to action after resting during Tuesday's loss to Utah. As a result, Walker will come off the bench. Over his last 10 outings with the second unit, the 22-year-old forward has averaged 9.8 points, 3.6 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.0 steals in 21.5 minutes per contest.

Porter is in the Bucks' starting lineup against the Pacers on Friday.

Porter was given the green light to return against the Pelicans on Wednesday following a six-game absence due to a right oblique strain, and he finished that contest with 18 points, nine assists, six rebounds and five steals over 29 minutes. He's been a starter for most of the season, and he'll reclaim that role for Friday's contest.

Anthony (recently traded) isn't listed on the injury report for Saturday's game against the 76ers.

Anthony was traded from Milwaukee to Phoenix on Thursday and will be available to make his Suns debut Saturday. The 25-year-old guard isn't guaranteed to see meaningful playing time for the Suns, though he could see an uptick in minutes if Devin Booker (ankle) or Jalen Green (hamstring/hip) is downgraded from questionable to out.

Livers (shoulder) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the 76ers.

Livers suffered a left shoulder injury during the Suns' loss to the Warriors on Thursday. The injury will prevent him from playing Saturday, and his next opportunity to suit up is Tuesday against the Mavericks. Livers is averaging just 10.1 minutes per game this season, and those minutes will likely be absorbed by Ryan Dunn and Jordan Goodwin.

Coffey (recently traded) isn't listed on the injury report for Saturday's game against the 76ers.

Coffey was traded from Milwaukee to Phoenix on Thursday and will be available to make his Suns debut Saturday, though he isn't guaranteed to see significant minutes. However, if Devin Booker (ankle) and Jalen Green (hamstring/hip) remain on the sidelines, Coffey could see increased playing time.

Allen (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the 76ers.

Allen exited Thursday's loss to Golden State in the fourth quarter due to a right knee sprain, and it's not a positive sign that he's being ruled out a day in advance of Saturday's tipoff. His next opportunity to play will come Tuesday against Dallas. With the veteran swingman sidelined, Ryan Dunn, Jordan Goodwin and Jamaree Bouyea are candidates for increased minutes, especially if Devin Booker (ankle) or Jalen Green (hamstring/hip) is downgraded from questionable to out.