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Drummond registered five points (2-7 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 12 rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 21 minutes during Saturday's 126-111 loss to the Pelicans.

Drummond remained in the starting lineup, although he was limited to just 21 minutes. Veteran center DeAndre Jordan was given the starting nod for the Pelicans and subsequently took advantage of the fact that Drummond is far from an elite defender. However, as long as Joel Embiid (knee) is sidelined, Drummond holds limited value in standard leagues for anyone simply needing to boost their rebound numbers.

Bona finished Saturday's 126-111 loss to the Pelicans with four points (1-2 FG, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and one block across 21 minutes.

Bona grabbed double-digit rebounds for just the second time this season, continuing to serve as the backup center, despite the fact that Joel Embiid is currently sidelined due to ongoing knee issues. Andre Drummond appears to have the front-running for the starting spot until Embiid is cleared to return. With that said, Bona still has some limited fantasy value for anyone seeking rebounds and blocks.

Edwards accumulated two points (1-2 FG) in six minutes during Saturday's 126-111 loss to the Pelicans.

Edwards continues to play largely a muted role, logging fewer than eight minutes for the seventh time in the past 10 games. Three of those have been healthy DNP-CDs, an indication that his spot in the rotation is almost entirely reliant on the health of others. For now, he holds no real fantasy value.

Pippen was ejected late in the fourth quarter of Saturday's loss to the Heat after engaging in a fight with Myron Gardner, Drew Hill of The Daily Memphian reports.

It seemed Pippen was the one who went straight at Gardner, so it wouldn't be surprising if he receives a fine or a suspension in the coming days. Pippen ended the game with 18 points (7-15 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, six assists, two steals and a block across 21 minutes off the bench.

Gardner was ejected late in the fourth quarter of Saturday's win over the Grizzlies after engaging in a fight with Scotty Pippen, Drew Hill of The Daily Memphian reports.

The circumstances of the fight were unclear, but Gardner was ejected immediately after a brawl with Pippen. Gardner finished the game with five points (2-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt), three rebounds and two assists across six minutes off the bench.

Gillespie racked up 19 points (6-17 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 4-5 FT), five rebounds, six assists and one steal in 45 minutes during Saturday's 113-110 double-overtime victory over the Magic.

The third-year guard had failed to score in double digits in any of his prior four games, but Gillespie got his offense going as he played more than 40 minutes in a contest for the first time. Devin Booker (hip) still lacks a clear timeline for his return, while Cole Anthony has yet to make his Suns debut after being acquired from the Bucks at the trade deadline. For now, that leaves Gillespie as the only quality point guard on the Phoenix roster.

Ighodaro amassed 11 points (5-7 FG, 1-1 FT), 12 rebounds, one assist and two steals across 30 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 113-110 double-overtime victory over the Magic.

The second-year center recorded his first career double-double two games prior to the All-Star break, and he didn't wait long to deliver his second one. Ighodaro is finding a bit of a groove of late, and over his last four games he's averaging 9.8 points, 7.0 boards, 3.0 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.8 blocks in 22.0 minutes.

Allen (ankle) posted 27 points (8-22 FG, 4-14 3Pt, 7-7 FT), seven rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 33 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 113-110 double-overtime win over the Magic.

Seeing his first action since Feb. 5 after recovering from right ankle and knee sprains, Allen was thrust into a big role right away as Dillon Brooks played just seven minutes before suffering a broken hand. Allen wound up leading the Suns in scoring, and the 27 points represented his best offensive performance since he dropped 33 on the Pistons on Jan. 15. The veteran wing will could move back into the starting five in while Brooks faces a long-term absence and while Devin Booker (hip) is out for at least the next week.

Carter totaled 15 points (6-14 FG, 3-11 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists, two blocks and two steals in 33 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 113-110 double-overtime loss to the Suns.

The Magic leaned heavily on their starting lineup over four-plus quarters, and Carter was the only member of the second unit to play more than 19 minutes or score in double digits. The veteran guard struggled to break into the rotation with Chicago before being waived at the end of January, but in two games for Orlando since the All-Star break he's had a prominent role in the backcourt, averaging 14.5 points, 3.0 assists, 3.0 threes, 2.5 boards, 1.5 steals and 1.0 blocks in 28.0 minutes.

Tate (knee) won't return to Saturday's game against the Knicks, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

Tate was taken to the locker room in the second quarter after being tangled up with Karl-Anthony Towns, and in the end, the veteran forward won't be able to make his way back to the court after being diagnosed with a right knee sprain. Tate will aim to return when the Rockets take on the Jazz on Monday, though it will depend on how his knee responds in the next 24 to 36 hours.