Al Horford

The only way the Golden State Warriors can climb the standings is if their bench players continue to show out like they did on Wednesday.

Horford was not available for Saturday's win over the Jazz, as it was Golden State's second game in as many nights. He'll provide additional frontcourt depth, but Horford's days of being a viable option in most fantasy leagues are in the rearview mirror.

Horford is back on the injury report, but the probable tag suggests that he's closer to being available than not. With Draymond Green (rest) ruled out, Horford may be asked to do a bit more, but the playing time won't change much, if at all.

Green will get Friday night off, opening up a spot in the Warriors' starting lineup. The last time the veteran forward missed a game due to injury, Buddy Hield was inserted into the starting lineup. That isn't guaranteed to be the case this time, especially with Al Horford listed as probable.

Horford did not play in Monday's win over the Nets, an unsurprising development since it was the Warriors' second game in as many nights. The veteran center's return will likely result in fewer minutes for Quentin Post.