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Bey finished Thursday's 132-120 win over the Kings with 10 points (3-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds and three assists across 24 minutes.

Even with Dejounte Murray missing Thursday's game to celebrate the birth of his son, Bey watched Herbert Jones get the nod in the starting lineup and enjoy a season-best outing. Bey is still maintaining modest production in a reserve role, averaging 13.2 points, 3.2 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 24.2 minutes per game over his first five appearnces.

Avdija chipped in 24 points (8-16 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 8-12 FT), nine rebounds, seven assists and one block over 32 minutes during Thursday's 124-103 loss to Memphis.

The star forward is off to an excellent start this season, having produced at least 18 points, four rebounds and four assists in each of his first four appearances. Ja Morant's (hamstring) status is in limbo following Thursday's defeat, so Avdija may have to do the heavy lifting offensively if Morant needs to miss time.

The Lakers assigned Carr (oblique) to the G League's Coachella Valley Lakers on Friday, Ryan Ward of SI.com reports.

The rookie has yet to debut at the NBA level. He remains miles off the fantasy radar.

Schroder (foot) is probable for Friday against the Wizards.

Schroder was previously listed as questionable, so he's trending in the right direction. Through five games, he's averaging 14.0 points, 4.6 assists, 4.0 rebounds and 1.0 three-pointers.

Williams (groin) said he will play Friday against Boston, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.

Williams was listed as questionable on the official injury report, but he went through shootaround with no setbacks and has the green light to suit up. He's yet to see the floor this season and is not guaranteed minutes, to be clear.

Brooklyn recalled Powell from the G League's Long Island Nets on Friday.

Assuming he stays with the club for the day, Powell will be available to face the Pistons on Friday. He will remain an emergency depth option for the club going forward.

Knueppel (hamstring) was recalled from the G League's Greensboro Swarm on Friday. He remains out for Friday's contest against the Wizards.

Knueppel was able to log a practice with the Swarm on Thursday. While there's been no official update on his progress, it's safe to assume he's at least trending in the right direction. A timetable for his return has yet to be announced.

The Pelicans assigned Johnson to the G League's Laketown Squadron on Friday.

Johnson has yet to suit up for the Pelicans this season. He'll look to get some much-needed reps with the Squadron in the meantime.

Clowney (illness) was downgraded to questionable for Friday's game versus Detroit, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Clowney woke up under the weather and could be a game-time call Friday. He's played a modest role so far with 21.5 minutes per contest. If he's unable to play, the team could rely more on Josh Minott.

Murphy finished with 19 points (6-12 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 5-8 FT), five rebounds, three assists and a steal across 32 minutes in Thursday's 132-120 win over the Kings.

Murphy delivered a balanced offensive performance, contributing as both a perimeter scorer and secondary facilitator. His seven three-point attempts reinforced his importance as a floor-spacing option alongside Zion Williamson, although his shooting efficiency from deep remained inconsistent. Murphy's established scoring role and steady playing time provide a useful fantasy foundation, with additional upside when his perimeter shot is falling. The lack of consistency has been an issue so far, but the upside is there -- he has scored in double digits in three of his five appearances to date and is shooting 46.4 percent from the field.