Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Anthony Edwards (back) has received the all-clear to play on Friday against Denver. He was initially listed as questionable for the game with lower back spasms. Edwards disappointed fantasy managers with a nine-point outing last time out against the Pistons, but he generally recovers well from tough nights, and a chance to take down the reigning champs should also add to Edwards's desire to bounce back on Friday. Minnesota's rising star has registered 27.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 4.5 assists in two prior meetings with the Nuggets this term.

San Antonio Spurs guard/forward Keldon Johnson (knee) will return from a one-game absence on Friday versus the Knicks. He's recovered from right knee soreness to take up his usual role as San Antonio's top guy off the pine. Despite the bench role, Johnson plays a significant role for the Spurs and has had a solid campaign with averages of 15.8 points and 5.5 rebounds. However, he struggled in this season's first meeting with the Knicks, producing only nine points in 33 minutes. It wasn't surprising to see, as the New York squad is allowing the second-fewest bench points in the league this season.

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (elbow) will take the court against the Miami Heat. He sat out of the previous four games due to left elbow tendinitis but will return to the starting lineup for Friday's contest. While there are no reports of any limitations to his playing time, Ayton can usually be counted on for strong production, as he has averaged over 15 points and more than 11 rebounds this season. Duop Reath has been filling in but will return to a backup role.

Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu (illness) is available for Friday's game versus the Nets. Dosunmu has been upgraded from probable to available Friday despite suffering from a non-COVID illness. The 23-year-old guard is averaging 18.4 points, 4.9 assists, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.0 steals in 36.9 minutes across his last 10 appearances.

Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward Matisse Thybulle (ankle) will be available for Friday's battle with the Heat. He's gotten rid of a questionable tag and will end a five-game absence on Friday. Thybulle averages 23.1 minutes per game for the season but could get a few extra shifts on Friday due to the absences of Jerami Grant (hamstring) and Toumani Camara (ribs). However, he's offensively very limited and has fantasy value only as a defensive contributor.