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Andrew Nembhard (back) has been removed from the injury report and is set to return for Monday's game against the 76ers. He was previously held out of Saturday's loss to Detroit due to a back issue, which was the second leg of a back-to-back. Over seven appearances this month, the 26-year-old point guard has averaged 18.4 points, 8.9 assists, 3.6 rebounds, and 1.0 steals in 32.6 minutes per game.
Dean Wade (left knee contusion) is listed as probable for Monday's game against the Thunder, trending toward a return after a five-game absence. His return could see Craig Porter or Jaylon Tyson shift from the starting lineup to the bench. Over his last 10 starts, Wade averaged 7.3 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 1.7 threes in 23.8 minutes per game.
Pascal Siakam (rest) will return to action for Monday's game against the 76ers after being given a day off Saturday against the Pistons. The New Mexico State product is averaging 24.3 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 4.5 assists through eight January appearances.
Zaccharie Risacher (bruised left knee) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Bucks, extending his streak of absences. Vit Krejci has been part of the starting lineup in Risacher's absence and is expected to continue seeing opportunities until the 20-year-old is cleared to play.
Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard is questionable for Monday's game against the Pistons due to left ankle soreness, potentially missing his second consecutive contest. He missed Saturday's game against the Hawks, his first absence of the year. If Pritchard is sidelined, Baylor Scheierman, Hugo Gonzalez, and Anfernee Simons could see increased minutes. This month, Pritchard has averaged 15.3 points, 6.1 assists, 4.4 rebounds, and 1.1 steals in 32.0 minutes over eight outings.
Dyson Daniels (right ankle sprain) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Bucks, indicating a potential return to action. He was unable to play in Saturday's matchup. An update on his status is expected closer to tipoff.
Josh Hart (right ankle soreness) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Mavericks. He was held out of Saturday's game against the Suns due to the issue. The team is expected to monitor him closely during shootaround and pregame warmups before making a decision on his availability for Monday.
New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Mavericks due to a sprained right ankle. He has missed the Knicks' last two games since sustaining the injury in Wednesday's loss to the Kings. If Brunson remains sidelined, Miles McBride, Tyler Kolek, and Jordan Clarkson are expected to see increased playing time.
Washington Wizards forward Bilal Coulibaly has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Clippers due to ongoing back soreness, marking his third consecutive missed matchup. His next potential return is Thursday against the Nuggets. In his absence, Bub Carrington, who has started the last two games, is expected to continue in the starting lineup.
Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams is out for Monday's game against the Cavaliers due to a right hamstring strain. He exited Saturday's loss to the Heat in the second quarter with initial right thigh soreness, with Sunday testing confirming the hamstring injury. The severity is currently unclear, but he could miss additional time. Aaron Wiggins, Alex Caruso, and Kenrich Williams are expected to see increased minutes in his absence.
Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris is not listed on the injury report for Monday's game against the Celtics, indicating his return. He exited Saturday's win over Indiana in the third quarter but is set to play. Harris recently returned from a five-game absence due to a left hip injury, averaging 11.5 points, 6.0 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 3.0 steals in 23.5 minutes across his last two appearances.
Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) will not play in Monday's game against the Cavaliers. He continues to miss time while dealing with a right soleus strain. His next opportunity to return to the court will be Wednesday in Milwaukee, though he does not appear to be close to making a return at this point.
Denver Nuggets forward Peyton Watson has emerged as a key offensive force during Nikola Jokic's absence, averaging 23.6 points per game in January. He has surpassed 18.5 points in nine of his last 10 outings, including a 21-point performance against the Wizards. With the Nuggets still missing Cam Johnson and potentially Christian Braun, Watson is expected to continue seeing high shot volume. His athleticism and ability to score in various ways will be crucial in upcoming games.
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant made a strong return from a six-game absence due to a right calf injury, recording 24 points (7-13 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 7-9 FT), 13 assists, five rebounds, and one steal across 28 minutes in Saturday's 126-109 win over the Magic in London. Despite operating under a minutes restriction, Morant started and delivered 20 points and 10 assists in the first half. This performance marks his third double-double in his last five appearances, where he has also scored at least 20 points in three outings. The team will continue to monitor his playing time.
Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero tallied 16 points (7-20 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), eight rebounds, and nine assists in 36 minutes during Sunday's 126-109 loss to the Grizzlies. Despite struggling with his shooting efficiency, Banchero led the Magic in both rebounds and assists. He has been a strong contributor on the glass and as a facilitator recently, averaging 10.8 rebounds and 6.8 assists over his last five appearances.
San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama led his team to a 126-123 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves with 39 points (12-23 FG, 11-14 FT), 9 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 blocks in 31 minutes. He engaged in a thrilling fourth-quarter duel with Anthony Edwards, trading clutch buckets. Wembanyama also secured a critical offensive rebound in the final seconds to seal the win after Julian Champagnie missed free throws. Post-game, Wembanyama expressed mutual respect for Edwards, noting the competitive play makes both players better.
Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards scored a career-high 55 points (19-33 FG, 9-16 3Pt) in a 126-123 loss to the San Antonio Spurs. Edwards played over 40 minutes, including 26 points in the fourth quarter, engaging in a thrilling duel with Victor Wembanyama. He expressed mutual respect for Wembanyama, stating, "They've got Wemby. He's supposed to be the face of the league. So, I always got to get up for that one." Edwards has averaged 36.7 points in three games against the Spurs this season.
Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Knicks. This marks his third consecutive missed matchup as he continues to battle a right ankle sprain. His next opportunity to return to the court will be Thursday when the Mavericks face the Golden State Warriors.
Dallas Mavericks forward P.J. Washington (personal) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Knicks. This will be his second consecutive absence, as he also missed Saturday's matchup against the Jazz due to the same personal matter. His next chance to play will be Thursday when the team takes on the Golden State Warriors.
Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg (ankle) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Knicks. Flagg has missed the last two contests while nursing a left ankle sprain, but his questionable tag indicates an improvement from being labeled doubtful ahead of Saturday's game. He has a chance to return to the court for Monday's matchup.
