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Adem Bona was involved in a collision with teammate Tyrese Maxey during the final seconds of Saturday's 126-116 loss to the Atlanta Hawks. The incident occurred while both players were diving for a loose ball, resulting in a right fifth finger sprain for Maxey. Bona remains available for the 76ers as they prepare for upcoming games against the Cavaliers and Grizzlies.
Anthony Black has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bucks due to a lower-back strain. Black exited early in the first quarter of Saturday's win over the Timberwolves. With Black sidelined, Tristan da Silva is expected to return to the starting lineup, and Jett Howard may see increased minutes. Black is currently considered questionable for Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers.
Rui Hachimura contributed 13 points and 7 rebounds to help the Lakers secure a 110-97 win over the New York Knicks on Sunday. Hachimura played a key role in the team's effort to overcome the absence of LeBron James, helping the Lakers maintain their lead throughout the contest.
Alex Caruso is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Nuggets due to a hip injury. Caruso sat out Saturday's win over the Warriors, but there is optimism regarding his availability for Monday. If he is cleared to play, the minutes for Aaron Wiggins and Isaiah Joe may see a slight reduction.
Jalen Williams has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Nuggets as he continues to recover from a right hamstring strain. The star forward remains without a clear timetable for his return and is expected to be re-evaluated soon. He is considered doubtful for upcoming contests until the team provides a further update, with his next potential opportunity to play coming Thursday against Boston.
Isaiah Hartenstein will miss his second consecutive game Monday against the Nuggets due to a calf injury. His status remains uncertain, and he is currently considered questionable for Thursday's game against the Celtics. Jaylin Williams and Kenrich Williams are expected to handle increased responsibilities in the frontcourt while Hartenstein remains sidelined.
Alex Sarr is set to return from a 10-game absence due to a right hamstring strain for Sunday's game against New Orleans. Head coach Brian Keefe indicated that Sarr will be limited to 16-20 minutes as he works his way back into the rotation. Julian Reese is expected to continue seeing meaningful playing time while Sarr is on a minutes restriction.
Cade Cunningham returned to the Pistons' lineup for Sunday's game against the Miami Heat after missing Saturday's loss to the Nets with a quadriceps issue. His return is vital for the team's offense, though the Pistons fell 121-110 to the Heat, extending their losing streak to four games. Cunningham finished the contest with 26 points and 10 assists. His presence shifted Daniss Jenkins back to the second unit and reduced Marcus Sasser's minutes.
DeMar DeRozan has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bulls due to an illness. This marks his first missed game of the season. DeRozan is currently considered questionable for Tuesday's matchup against the Pacers. In his absence, Russell Westbrook is expected to see an uptick in usage, with additional minutes available for Daeqwon Plowden, Doug McDermott, and Malik Monk.
Jamal Murray is day-to-day after suffering a sprained left ankle in Friday's loss to the Knicks. Murray exited the game in the second quarter after being stepped on by teammate Nikola Jokic. He is listed as questionable for Monday's road game against the Thunder. If Murray is unable to suit up, the Nuggets are expected to rely on increased contributions from Bruce Brown, Tyus Jones, and Jalen Pickett to fill the void.
Michael Porter has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies due to rest. The seventh-year forward is expected to sit out the front end of a back-to-back set but is likely to return for Tuesday's contest against the Detroit Pistons. In his absence, Danny Wolf, Ochai Agbaji, and Ziaire Williams are candidates to see increased minutes for the Nets.
Santi Aldama has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Brooklyn Nets due to a right knee injury. The fifth-year forward has been sidelined since February 4 against the Kings. His next opportunity to play is Tuesday against the 76ers, though he is considered doubtful for that contest given the current lack of a positive medical update from the Grizzlies.
Ty Jerome is doubtful to play in Monday's game against the Brooklyn Nets due to a calf injury. As Monday marks the first game of a back-to-back set, the team is treating the situation as a maintenance day. With Scotty Pippen also expected to sit out due to a toe injury, Walter Clayton and Cam Spencer are projected to receive a bump in playing time.
Amir Coffey has become a valuable energy player for the Suns since being acquired at the trade deadline. In nine games with Phoenix, he is averaging 5.4 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.2 assists in 16 minutes per game with 47/38/69 shooting splits. Coffey recently posted a season-high 12 points against the Bulls, hitting two clutch fourth-quarter three-pointers. With Dillon Brooks and Mark Williams sidelined, Coffey has seized the opportunity, providing hustle and offensive rebounding for the Suns.
Evan Mobley delivered a strong performance in Sunday's 109-98 loss to the Celtics, recording 24 points, 8 rebounds, and 3 blocks. Mobley took advantage of favorable frontcourt matchups, shooting efficiently and spacing the floor with two three-pointers. His defensive presence remained a highlight for the Cavaliers, though the team ultimately lacked the necessary firepower to overcome Boston's defensive pressure.
Marvin Bagley is available for Sunday's game against the Raptors after missing five games due to a neck injury. Bagley has been a productive addition to the Mavericks' rotation, averaging 13.0 points, 8.9 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks over his first seven games with the team. His return is expected to impact the frontcourt rotation, potentially reducing minutes for Dwight Powell.
Brandon Ingram has been cleared to play in Sunday's game against the Mavericks after battling a stomach bug that initially left him questionable. The veteran forward has been in excellent form since the All-Star break, averaging 22.4 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 4.7 assists over his last seven appearances while shooting efficiently from beyond the arc.
Zeke Nnaji was featured in the Denver Nuggets' defensive rotation during their recent matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers. In the second half of Thursday's game, the forward was notably tasked with defending LeBron James, who sustained a bruised elbow during the contest. While the source material focuses on the Lakers' injuries, Nnaji remains a part of the Nuggets' active roster as they navigate the Western Conference standings and prepare for the upcoming postseason tournament.
Porter will remain on the inactive list for Sunday's matchup against the Magic due to a knee injury. This marks his third straight game on the sidelines. His status for Tuesday's game against the Suns remains questionable at best. With Porter and Giannis Antetokounmpo both unavailable for Sunday's contest, Ryan Rollins is expected to see an increased offensive workload for the Milwaukee Bucks.
Kuzma is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Magic due to a thoracic spine contusion. He likely sustained the injury during Saturday's 113-99 win over the Jazz, where he recorded 18 points, five assists, and two rebounds in 29 minutes. If Kuzma is unable to play, Ousmane Dieng, Bobby Portis, Gary Trent, and Cam Thomas are candidates to see increased minutes for the Bucks.
