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Claxton logged 10 points (5-5 FG), four rebounds, three assists, three blocks and one steal over 21 minutes during Monday's 111-86 victory over the Grizzlies.

Claxton maximized his minutes, posting a perfect showing from the field while making a strong defensive impact in Brooklyn's dominant showing Monday. Tuesday's game against Orlando isn't exactly a boom spot for Claxton, as he has averaged 7.0 points, 6.5 rebounds and 1.5 blocks across two prior games versus the Magic this season.

Poeltl has been ruled out for the remainder of Monday's game against Indiana with a left ankle sprain, Kayla Grey of TSN reports. He recorded 15 points (7-11 FG, 1-1 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists and one block in 22 minutes before departing.

Poeltl appeared to injure the ankle in the third quarter and was unable to return after making a visit to the locker room. Considering that the big man previously sat out 11 straight games in January with an injury to the same ankle, it wouldn't be surprising if Poeltl was forced to miss time again. Official word on the extent of Poeltl's injury won't be known until he's sent in for further testing, but if he's out for Wednesday's game against Dallas, the Raptors would likely turn to Kelly Olynyk as their starting center.

Poeltl went to the locker room after appearing to suffer a left ankle injury Monday, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.

Poeltl reportedly went to get his ankle re-taped, per Lewenberg, and the team is hopeful that he'll be able to continue in the contest. Kelly Olynyk would likely be asked to eat up minutes at center down the stretch if Poeltl is ruled out.

Brown (wrist) will not play Tuesday against Miami.

Brown's next opportunity to take the court comes Friday versus Memphis, although it's unclear how close the big man is to a return. Duop Reath and Jabari Walker will likely continue stepping up as the relevant contributors off the bench in the frontcourt.

Robinson (back) won't play Monday against the Kings.

Robinson was initially added to the team's injury report as questionable due to back spasms, and he's now in line to miss his second straight game.

Gobert (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's game against San Antonio.

Gobert is at risk of missing his second consecutive game due to a left ankle sprain, but he practiced Monday and appears to be trending in the right direction. Nonetheless, his status will need to be monitored in advance of Tuesday's showdown against his French compatriot Victor Wembanyama.

Len (illness) isn't listed on Sacramento's injury report ahead of Monday's game versus the Heat.

Len missed Sunday's game against the Clippers due to an illness but appears to have cleared the aliment. Before his absence, Len had appeared in five straight games, averaging 3.4 points and 2.6 rebounds in 9.0 minutes during that stretch.

Kleber (nose) is probable for Tuesday's game against the Cavaliers.

Kleber, Luka Doncic (nose), Dereck Lively (nose) and Josh Green (elbow) are all probable, so while the Mavericks' injury report is long, they'll likely be close to full strength versus Cleveland. Kleber's operated off the bench in his last three appearances and hasn't produced much, averaging 5.0 points and 2.7 rebounds in 24.7 minutes per game.

Lively (nose) is probable for Tuesday's game against the Cavaliers.

Lively has appeared in three straight games since returning from his nasal fracture. He's played an average of 15.8 minutes in that stretch, posting 5.7 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.0 blocks and 1.3 steals.

Coach Chris Finch said Gobert (ankle) practiced Monday and is "feeling good," Dane Moore of 'The Dane Moore NBA Podcast' reports.

Gobert sprained his ankle during Friday's loss to the Bucks and didn't play during Saturday's win over the Nets. His return to practice is a good sign, but it sounds like he'll still wind up on Minnesota's initial injury report ahead of Tuesday's matchup versus the Spurs, which should drop Monday afternoon.