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Johnson (foot) is available for Saturday's game versus Miami.

A right foot sprain left Johnson's status in danger for Saturday, but he's good to go. Over his last six outings, the rookie first-rounder has averaged 11.0 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 23.6 minutes per game.

Duren (illness) is questionable ahead of Saturday's game against Philadelphia.

The 26-year-old didn't suit up for the 114-110 overtime loss to Oklahoma City on Monday. However, despite appearing in Detroit's last two outings, he's now in jeopardy of missing this contest because of an illness. With Isaiah Stewart (calf) still on the shelf, Paul Reed would likely find himself back in the starting lineup if Duren can't suit up.

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

Sasser is shedding a probable tag despite the hip strain, which he picked up during Tuesday's win over the Raptors. He's played fewer than 10 minutes in back-to-back games, however, so Sasser is unlikely to make for an appealing fantasy option Saturday,

Embiid (oblique) won't play in Saturday's game against Detroit, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.

Embiid had a 19-point, 13-rebound double-double with seven assists and three blocks across 34 minutes in Friday's 115-103 win over the Timberwolves. However, as expected, he won't play Saturday versus the Pistons, the second game of a back-to-back. Without Embiid, Adem Bona is the favorite to re-enter the starting lineup, with Andre Drummond likely to see minutes behind him from the bench.

Herro (foot) is available for Saturday's game against Washington.

Herro is playing through right foot soreness Saturday. Over his last five appearances, the star guard has averaged 21.6 points, 4.6 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 3.4 three-pointers in 36.0 minutes per game.

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

Sarr is sidelined for a fourth consecutive contest due to a left toe issue. With Tristan Vukcevic (knee) also out Saturday, Anthony Gill should be in for a massive role at center against the Heat.

George (knee) is probable for Saturday's game against Detroit, per Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com.

George is expected to play the second half of this back-to-back set. The star forward is red hot, averaging 27.0 points, 6.8 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 3.2 steals and 4.6 three-pointers per contest in five games since coming off his suspension.

Peavy posted eight points (2-5 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, three assists and four steals in 32 minutes during Friday's 117-113 loss to the Kings.

Peavy saw a rare uptick in minutes Friday as the Pelicans decided to give their bench players an opportunity to show what they can do. He tied his season high in swipes and turned in his best scoring performance since Jan. 21 with the help of two triples. It wouldn't be a surprise for Peavy to see similar opportunities with four games remaining in the regular season, as New Orleans appears focused on developing young talent with little to play for down the stretch.

Jones recorded three points (1-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt), one rebound, one assist and one steal across 13 minutes during Friday's 117-113 loss to Sacramento.

Jones saw his role reduced in a big way Friday, as the Pelicans elected to lean more heavily on their bench players such as Derik Queen (28 minutes) and Micah Peavy (32 minutes). New Orleans doesn't have much to play for after being eliminated from postseason contention, so it seems the club is aiming to develop younger talent down the stretch of the regular season. Still, Jones has continued to be part of the starting lineup, so unless the team reports otherwise, he figures to be a bigger part of the game plan heading into Sunday's tilt against the Magic.

Bassey became a free agent Saturday after his second 10-day contract with the Celtics expired, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

The fifth-year center was a depth option for Boston over the course of his pair of 10-day deals, making five appearances while averaging just 2.8 points and 1.2 rebounds in 3.4 minutes. Boston will have the ability to retain Bassey on a rest-of-season deal, though it's unclear if the Celtics intend to do so.