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Saturday, March 14

Norman Powell Cleared to Return Saturday Against Orlando Magic

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Norman Powell has been upgraded to available for Saturday's game against the Magic after missing seven games with a right groin strain. He will operate in a reserve role and may face a minutes restriction upon his return. Before the injury, the All-Star swingman was averaging 19.3 points, 3.0 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 1.6 steals over 26.0 minutes per game. His return provides a significant boost to the Miami Heat's backcourt rotation alongside Tyler Herro.

Andrew Nembhard Questionable for Sunday With Calf Contusion

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Andrew Nembhard is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bucks due to a right calf contusion. The injury likely occurred during Friday's loss to the Knicks, where he finished with eight points, seven assists, five rebounds, and two steals over 32 minutes. Nembhard has been a regular on the injury report this season with back and neck issues. If he is unable to play Sunday, Kam Jones could see an elevated role in the Pacers' rotation.

Aaron Nesmith Questionable for Sunday With Ankle Management

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Aaron Nesmith is questionable for Sunday's game against the Bucks due to right ankle injury management. Nesmith missed Thursday's game against the Suns but returned to the lineup Friday, posting 12 points across 34 minutes. A final decision on his status will be made closer to Sunday's 3:30 p.m. ET tipoff. His potential absence would be a significant blow for the Pacers, who currently have more than 10 players listed on their injury report.

T.J. McConnell Questionable for Sunday With Hamstring Soreness

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T.J. McConnell is questionable for Sunday's game against the Bucks due to right hamstring soreness. McConnell recently returned from a two-game absence for the same injury, scoring 10 points and delivering six assists in 20 minutes during Friday's loss to the Knicks. He is averaging 8.1 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per game since the All-Star break. A decision on his status will be made closer to Sunday's 3:30 p.m. ET tipoff.

Ivica Zubac Questionable for Sunday Against Bucks

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Ivica Zubac is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bucks due to an ankle injury. Zubac recently returned to action for the last two games following a 15-game absence caused by a left ankle sprain. If the big man is not cleared to play Sunday, Jay Huff and Micah Potter would likely see expanded roles in the frontcourt for the Pacers.

Kon Knueppel Adds 20 Points in Hornets Defeat

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Kon Knueppel contributed 20 points for the Charlotte Hornets in their 115-102 loss to the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday. The loss snapped a brief winning streak for the Hornets, who had won eight of their previous 10 games. Charlotte will look to bounce back when they host the Miami Heat on Tuesday night.

Miles Bridges Scores 22 Points in Loss to Spurs

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Miles Bridges recorded 22 points for the Charlotte Hornets in their 115-102 loss to the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday. Despite the defeat, Bridges and the Hornets had previously won two straight and eight of their last 10 games. The Hornets are scheduled to host the Miami Heat on Tuesday night.

Pascal Siakam Doubtful for Sunday Against Bucks

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Pascal Siakam is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Bucks as he continues to rehabilitate a right knee sprain. He is expected to miss his fourth consecutive game. Kobe Brown has started in each of the Pacers' last two games in Siakam's absence and is expected to remain in an elevated role for as long as Siakam is sidelined.

Anthony Edwards Questionable for Sunday With Knee Soreness

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Anthony Edwards is questionable for Sunday's game against the Thunder due to right knee soreness. Despite a minor knee issue, Edwards dominated in Friday's 127-117 win over the Warriors, recording 42 points, eight rebounds, and five assists in 37 minutes. This performance marked his third 40-plus point game in 11 outings since the All-Star break. Over that stretch, he is averaging 31.2 points, 4.5 rebounds, 3.9 threes, and 3.6 assists while shooting 50.0 percent from the field.

Jalen Williams Ruled Out for Sunday Against Timberwolves

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Jalen Williams has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Timberwolves due to a right hamstring strain. This will mark his 13th consecutive missed contest, and he currently remains without a specific timetable for a return. The 24-year-old forward should be considered doubtful for future games until the Thunder provide an update on his progress. His next opportunity to return to the court will be Tuesday in Orlando.

Isaiah Hartenstein Questionable for Sunday vs. Timberwolves

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Isaiah Hartenstein is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Minnesota due to a left calf contusion. Hartenstein has missed the Thunder's last three games, but his questionable status suggests he is trending toward being day-to-day. If he is cleared to play, it would likely reduce the available minutes for Jaylin Williams and Kenrich Williams in the frontcourt rotation.

CJ McCollum Scores 30 and Climbs All-Time Three-Pointers List

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McCollum led the Hawks to a 122-99 win over the Bucks with 30 points, shooting 10-of-18 from the field and 7-of-10 from deep. He surpassed Paul Pierce for 16th on the NBA's all-time made threes list, now totaling 2,147. Over his last nine starts, McCollum has averaged 17.8 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 4.1 assists. His performance helped Atlanta secure their ninth consecutive victory, with 19 of his points coming in the second half of Saturday's contest.

Jalen Johnson Records 12th Triple-Double in Hawks' Ninth Straight Win

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Jalen Johnson notched his 12th triple-double of the season in a 122-99 win over the Bucks, finishing with 23 points, 12 assists, and 10 rebounds in 35 minutes. Johnson has taken a significant leap in his fifth season, averaging 21.3 points, 9.0 rebounds, and 7.3 assists since the All-Star break. His play has been instrumental in the Hawks' current nine-game winning streak, the longest active run in the NBA.

Celtics Sign Charles Bassey to 10-Day Contract

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The Boston Celtics are signing center Charles Bassey to a 10-Day contract to bolster their frontcourt following Nikola Vucevic's finger fracture. Bassey, 25, has averaged 4.3 points and 4.3 rebounds over 116 career NBA games. He previously impressed with the Celtics' Summer League team, averaging 15.3 points and 11 rebounds. He has spent time with the Hawks, Spurs, Grizzlies, and 76ers, and recently averaged 20.5 points in the G-League.

Payton Pritchard Moves to Second Unit Against Wizards

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Payton Pritchard will move to the second unit for Saturday's game against the Wizards as Derrick White returns to the starting lineup from a knee injury. Pritchard has been a key contributor off the bench since the All-Star break, averaging 15.0 points, 5.5 assists, and 3.8 rebounds across 31.5 minutes per contest over his last 10 appearances as a reserve.

Ausar Thompson Listed as Probable for Sunday's Game

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Ausar Thompson (ankle) is listed as probable for Sunday's matchup against the Raptors, putting him on track to return after a five-game absence due to a right ankle sprain. Before the injury on March 5, Thompson was playing a significant role, averaging 11.4 points, 5.9 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 2.4 steals, and 1.0 blocks over his previous seven outings.

Tobias Harris Cleared to Return for Sunday's Game

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Tobias Harris (hip) has been removed from the injury report and is set to return for Sunday's game against the Raptors. Harris missed Friday's win over Memphis due to left hip soreness, which was the second leg of a back-to-back set. With his return to the starting lineup, Javonte Green is expected to shift back to a reserve role.

Jalen Green Finding Rhythm Alongside Devin Booker in Suns' Offense

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Jalen Green is regaining his health and rhythm, averaging 28.8 points and 3.6 assists over his last five games while shooting 38.9% from beyond the arc. As he and Devin Booker continue to share the floor, the Suns are navigating the challenge of maintaining offensive balance. While the duo provides elite scoring, the team is focused on reintegrating role players to ensure a sustainable winning formula as they approach the end of the regular season.

Devin Booker and Jalen Green Lead Suns' High-Scoring Backcourt

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Devin Booker and Jalen Green are driving the Phoenix Suns' offense, combining for 72 points over the last two games. Booker has been particularly effective, averaging 32.6 points, 5.2 assists, and 4.4 rebounds over his last five games while shooting 43.2% from deep. As the team integrates Green, they are working to balance the scoring load to ensure the rest of the roster remains involved in the offensive flow during the final stretch of the season.

Derrick White Cleared to Return Saturday Against Wizards

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Derrick White (knee) is available for Saturday's game against the Wizards after missing one contest due to a right knee contusion. His return likely shifts Payton Pritchard back to a bench role. In his last appearance on Tuesday against the Spurs, White recorded 34 points, seven assists, five rebounds, one block, and three three-pointers over 40 minutes of action.