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Williams (knee) isn't listed on the injury report for Saturday's game against the Spurs.

Williams sat out Wednesday's loss to the Kings -- the second half of a back-to-back set -- due to right knee injury management. However, the 27-year-old forward is set to return to action Saturday. Williams has appeared in four games this month, during which he has averaged 9.3 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.0 steals in 18.3 minutes per contest.

White (heel) is probable for Saturday's game in San Antonio.

White is dealing with a bruised heel, but it appears he plans to push through it. Check back for official confirmation on White's status closer to Saturday's tipoff.

Harper is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Hornets due to a right calf contusion.

The calf issue is a new concern for Harper, who hasn't missed a game since Feb. 4. If the rookie first-rounder is unable to suit up, Jordan McLaughlin and Keldon Johnson would be candidates to see increased playing time off the bench.

Kalkbrenner (illness) is probable to play Saturday in San Antonio.

It looks like Kalkbrenner will be back in action Saturday following a one-game absence, which will likely result in Xavier Tillman dropping back out of the rotation. Kalkbrenner is averaging 8.0 points, 5.9 rebounds and 1.5 blocks per game this season.

Sengun (back) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Pelicans, Adam Wexler of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.

Sengun popped up on Thursday's injury report due to lower-back pain. The injury is severe enough for the fifth-year center to sit out Friday's contest, and he'll look to progress enough in his recovery to return for Monday's game against the Lakers. Clint Capela will likely enter the Rockets' starting five in Sengun's absence, and Amen Thompson, Reed Sheppard and Kevin Durant should all see increased responsibilities.

Wembanyama (ankle) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Hornets.

Wembanyama missed Thursday's loss to Denver due to right ankle soreness and is in jeopardy of missing Saturday's contest as well. If the star big man is ultimately ruled out, Luke Kornet would likely get the starting nod, while Mason Plumlee could remain in the rotation.

Jackson (calf) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Knicks.

This will be the second straight game on the sidelines for Jackson, which could result in extended minutes for Ben Sheppard. Jackson's next chance to play will come Sunday in Milwaukee.

Siakam (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Knicks.

Siakam will end up missing a third consecutive game while nursing a right knee sprain, and his next chance to play is Sunday against the Bucks. Kobe Brown will likely remain in the Pacers' starting lineup for Friday's contest in Siakam's absence.

Washington (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Cavaliers, Ron Harrod Jr. of DLLS Sports reports.

Washington's absence comes as no surprise, given that he drew the doubtful tag for Friday's game after playing in the front end of the Mavericks' back-to-back set against the Grizzlies on Thursday, when he logged 12 points, 10 rebounds, one assist and one block over 28 minutes in a 120-112 win. Khris Middleton figures to be the top candidate to enter the Mavericks' starting lineup in Washington's absence. Washington's next chance to play is in Sunday's rematch against the Cavaliers.

Gafford (rest) is out for Friday's game against the Cavaliers, Ron Harrod Jr. of DLLS Sports reports.

Gafford will take his standard maintenance day on the second leg of a back-to-back set, which should result in Marvin Bagley moving into the first unit. Gafford will likely return for Sunday's rematch in Cleveland.