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Green will come off the bench Saturday against the Trail Blazers.

Green started in Wednesday's 117-111 loss to the Spurs with Lauri Markkanen (wrist) unavailable, but Markkanen is back and starting Saturday, so Green will shift back to a reserve role. As a member of the second unit this season, Green is averaging 3.0 points and 2.0 rebounds in 14 minutes per contest.

Thomas (foot) has been upgraded to probable ahead of Saturday's meeting in Milwaukee.

Thomas missed Thursday's 114-111 loss to the Hawks due to a foot injury, but he'll be back in action Saturday evening. In two games, Thomas is averaging 13.0 points, 3.0 rebounds and 2.0 three-pointers per contest.

Markkanen (wrist) is available for Saturday's game against Portland.

Markkanen missed Wednesday's game against the Spurs due to a wrist injury, but the veteran forward has been cleared to return for Saturday's contest. He is averaging 16.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 2.5 threes over 28.5 minutes per game to open the 2026-27 season. His return means Josh Green will likely revert to a rotational role off the bench.

Youngblood (ankle) is available to play Saturday against the Jazz.

While Youngblood will be available for Saturday's game, that doesn't mean he'll get on the court. He's yet to log a single minute for Portland this season.

Gobert (back) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game at San Antonio.

Gobert is a late addition to the injury report, so his status will be worth monitoring ahead of Saturday's 8:00 p.m. ET tipoff. Joan Beringer would likely be the top candidate to enter the Timberwolves' starting lineup if Gobert is not cleared to play in the second leg of the team's back-to-back set.

Williams (knee) is available for Saturday's game in Utah.

Williams is back after a one-game layoff, and he should see his usual minutes with the second unit. On the season, Williams is averaging 9.7 points, 8.7 rebounds and 1.0 blocks per game.

Henderson will move into the starting lineup for Saturday's game in Utah, Trail Blazers' reporter Sean Highkin reports.

Henderson is replacing the injured Ja Morant (hamstring) in the first unit, so it'll be interesting to see how he fares with the increased opportunity. Per 36 minutes this season, Henderson is averaging 14.4 points, 4.3 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 1.0 three-pointers per game.

Sheppard (back) is out for Saturday's game against the Thunder.

This will be Sheppard's second straight game on the sidelines, and for now, he should be viewed as questionable for Monday's game against the Celtics. Fred VanVleet (knee) will join Sheppard on the inactive list for Saturday's game, paving the way for Marcus Smart to start.

VanVleet (knee) won't play Saturday against the Thunder.

It's the second night of a back-to-back set, so VanVleet will receive his standard maintenance day, but he should return for Monday's meeting with the Celtics. Reed Sheppard (back) is also out for Saturday's game, so Marcus Smart could draw the start at point guard, and Amen Thompson should see some increased playmaking responsibilities.

Sengun (back) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Saturday's meeting with the Thunder.

Sengun is set to return after a two-game stint on the sidelines, likely prompting Clint Capela to head back to the second unit. Sengun has gotten off to a hot start this season, averaging 24.5 points, 9.0 rebounds, 7.0 assists, 1.5 triples and 1.8 steals per game.