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Towns ended Wednesday's 108-102 win over the 76ers in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals with 20 points (6-8 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 7-9 FT), 10 rebounds, seven assists and one steal over 27 minutes.

Towns was limited by foul trouble throughout the game, but he made the most of his minutes, pulling down a game-high 10 rebounds and not missing his first shot until the fourth quarter. The Knicks are now just two wins away from making their second straight trip to the Eastern Conference Finals.

Anunoby registered 24 points (9-17 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, two assists, one block and four steals across 37 minutes during Wednesday's 108-102 victory over Philadelphia in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. However, he seemed to suffer a leg injury late in the game.

Anunoby seemed to tweak something in the back of his right leg with three minutes remaining in the match, and after subbing out, he did not return to the game. Coach Mike Brown declined to provide an update on Anunoby's leg issue after the game, simply saying, "he looked like he was hopping," per Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News. For now, Anunoby should be considered questionable for Game 3 in Philly on Friday.

Barlow finished with six points (3-3 FG), two rebounds, one steal and two blocks across 16 minutes in Wednesday's 108-102 loss to New York in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Joel Embiid (hip, ankle) didn't suit up Wednesday night, but Barlow logged only three more minutes than he did in Game 1. While the 22-year-old didn't do much on the offensive end, he still got involved defensively, amassing two blocks and one steal. With Embiid uncertain for Game 3 on Friday night, Barlow may have an opportunity to continue to see more action. However, even if Embiid misses another game, Barlow will still be tough to trust for fantasy purposes.

Bona finished with two points (2-4 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and two blocks across 16 minutes in Wednesday's 108-102 loss to New York in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Joel Embiid (hip, ankle) didn't suit up for this contest, so Bona saw more action after logging just four minutes in Game 1. While the 23-year-old came off the bench behind Andre Drummond and generated only two points, he still made a difference on the glass, collecting six offensive boards, as well as on the defensive end. With the Knicks now up 2-0 in the series, both clubs will head to Philadelphia for Game 3 on Friday night. If Embiid plays, Bona likely won't be on the floor much. However, if Embiid misses another game, Bona should remain involved, potentially re-entering the starting lineup.

Hart (hand) returned to Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals versus Philadelphia, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.

Hart injured his hand late in the third quarter and briefly exited. However, it appears the 31-year-old will at least finish the contest, although he will likely undergo further testing heading into Game 3 on Friday night.

Hart exited Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the 76ers on Wednesday due to a hand injury, Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com reports.

Hart injured his left hand late in the third quarter. If he doesn't return, he will finish the contest with two points (1-4 FG, 0-3 3Pt), five rebounds, five assists and two steals across 32 minutes. Hart was replaced by Landry Shamet, and he should be considered questionable until the team provides an official update.

Bryant (foot) is available for Game 2 versus the Timberwolves on Wednesday, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Bryant will be available to play limited minutes off the bench Wednesday. In San Antonio's first-round series with Portland, Bryant averaged 3.2 points and 2.2 rebounds in 9.3 minutes per contest.

Dosunmu (calf) won't have a minutes restriction for Game 2 of the Western Conference Semifinals against San Antonio, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletici reports.

Dosunmu will return after a two-game stint on the shelf. Although Anthony Edwards (knee) has also been cleared to suit up, Dosunmu should still get all the minutes he can handle. As a result, Terrence Shannon, Mike Conley and Bones Hyland are expected to spend more time on the bench.

Bryant (foot) is "trending well" ahead of Game 2 of the Western Conference Semifinals versus Minnesota, Raul Dominguez Jr. of the Associated Press reports.

Bryant appears to have a good chance of playing in Game 2, and head coach Mitch Johnson indicated Bryant should suit up for Game 3 if he's not available Wednesday. The 20-year-old averaged 3.2 points, 2.2 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 0.6 blocks across 9.2 minutes in the Spurs' first-round series against Portland. However, he wasn't on the court for the series opener versus the Timberwolves on Monday night. If Bryant is available, he might see only limited action.

Edwards (knee) will play in Game 2 against the Spurs on Wednesday, Raul Dominguez Jr. of the Associated Press reports.

Head coach Chris Finch said that Edwards could see increased minutes Wednesday night, but it will depend on how he feels. Edwards saw 25 minutes off the bench in Game 1 and finished with 18 points, three rebounds, three assists, two triples and one block in the win.