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Edwards (knee/illness) is available for Friday's game against the 76ers, NBA reporter Marc Stein reports.

Edwards will shed his questionable tag and return from a one-game absence due to a right knee issue and an illness. Mike Conley is expected to retreat to the second unit, while there will also be fewer minutes available for the likes of Terrence Shannon and Bones Hyland. Edwards returned from a six-game absence due to the knee issue in Monday's win over Dallas, posting 17 points (7-13 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four assists and two rebounds across 23 minutes. While he may see an uptick in playing time Friday, it wouldn't be surprising if the Timberwolves keep him on some sort of minutes restriction.

Nnaji (hip) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Spurs.

Nnaji will miss a second straight game due to a sprained left hip, and his next opportunity to play will come Monday against the Trail Blazers. Jonas Valanciunas could see a slight bump in minutes in Nnaji's stead, though the former still isn't guaranteed meaningful playing time.

Hardaway (knee) is listed as probable for Saturday's game against San Antonio.

Hardaway exited Wednesday's 130-117 win over the Utah Jazz because of left-knee soreness and didn't return. Fortunately, it appears the 34-year-old avoided a serious injury, as he is expected to suit up Saturday versus San Antonio. Hardaway has been a reliable contributor for Denver throughout the 2025-26 campaign, averaging 13.7 points, 2.6 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 0.1 blocks and 0.5 steals while shooting 45.0 percent from the field and 41.0 percent from deep across 26.7 minutes per contest, mostly while coming off the bench.

Sasser is probable for Saturday's game versus the 76ers due to a right hip strain.

Sasser is expected to play through the issue, which he picked up during Tuesday's win over the Raptors. He's played single-digits minutes in consecutive games, however, so Sasser is unlikely to make for a recommended fantasy option Saturday.

Stewart (calf) will remain on the inactive list for Saturday's game in Philadelphia.

Stewart will miss another game, and while he's slowly making progress, it remains unclear when he might return. Paul Reed will continue to operate as Jalen Duren's primary backup with Stewart sidelined.

Jones (hamstring) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against San Antonio.

Jones will miss a second consecutive contest due to a right hamstring strain, and it's not an encouraging sign that he's being ruled out a day in advance of tipoff. His next opportunity to play will come Monday against Portland. With Peyton Watson (hamstring) also sidelined, Julian Strawther and Tim Hardaway (knee) are candidates for increased playing time.

Harris is questionable for Saturday's game versus Philadelphia due to a bruised left knee.

The 33-year-old forward is in jeopardy of sitting out after sustaining the injury during Thursday's win over Minnesota. Should Harris need to miss Saturday's contest, Kevin Huerter, Ronald Holland and Javonte Green would all have an opportunity to step up on the wing.

Young (quadriceps) is out for Saturday's game versus Miami.

The star guard will be sidelined for a 10th consecutive game Saturday. With a lost regular season winding down for the Wizards, it's becoming increasingly more unlikely that Young will suit up again this year.

Sarr (toe) is questionable for Saturday's game against Miami.

Sarr is trying to end a three-game absence due to a left toe issue. With Tristan Vukcevic (knee) also questionable for Saturday, Anthony Gill could be in for a featured role at center against the Heat.

Vukcevic (knee) is questionable for Saturday's game against Miami.

Vukcevic is battling a right knee contusion and is considered day-to-day. With Alex Sarr (toe) also questionable, Anthony Gill and Julian Reese may need to soak up a ton of minutes in the frontcourt.