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Pollard

He was limited to watching and shooting at Wednesday’s practice. “I probably could have played (Tuesday) night and probably could play this weekend,” he said. “But I want to make sure that if I wait maybe two or three or four extra games now, I’ll play for the rest of the season.”

He’ll be a game-time decision. If he plays, it won’t be for long because the time off has taken a toll on his conditioning.

Pollard will start at center if he can play.

He’s day-to-day.

Pollard did not practice Tuesday.

Pollard shouldn’t play too many minutes, because he says his conditioning is lacking. His return would mean the Pacers would have seven players available, eight if Jamaal Tinsley (wrist) can play.

Pollard should return to his key role as a big body off the bench.

Pollard’s a free agent with Indiana right now and the Kings want a rebounding backup for Brad Miller, whose rebounds have been on the decline over the past few seasons.

Pollard will be a solid backup to Zydrunas Ilgauskas and is an experienced starter, which will also provide insurance in the case of an Ilgauskas injury. However, none of that means he’ll have much fantasy value.

David Harrison got his first career start in place of Pollard.