NBA Player News

Gobert (ankle) is a game-time decision for Tuesday's game against San Antonio, Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic reports.

Gobert's status is pivotal for Minnesota, with Karl-Anthony Towns inactive while tending to a personal matter. Naz Reid could be in line for a sizable workload, while Victor Wembanyama could be in store for a feeding frenzy if Gobert is unable to suit up.

Hartenstein (Achilles) will not play Tuesday versus the Pelicans, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.

With Hartenstein sitting out, Precious Achiuwa will log heavy minutes, while Jericho Sims should factor considerably into the center rotation as well.

Bitadze won't start Tuesday's game against the Nets.

Paolo Banchero (illness) remains out for a second straight game, but the Magic are switching up their first five after starting Bitadze and Wendell Carter in the frontcourt during Sunday's loss to Atlanta. Gary Harris and Caleb Houstan are the new additions to the starting lineup, while Bitadze and Anthony Black will operate off the bench.

Poeltl (ankle) is questionable to play Wednesday versus Dallas, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.

Poeltl not immediately being ruled out for Wednesday's game is a good sign after he was unable to return to Monday's contest due to a left ankle sprain. That being said, his status will need to be monitored. Kelly Olynyk would likely step into a featured role in the frontcourt if Poeltl can't suit up.

Robinson (back) will not play Tuesday versus Portland.

Robinson will miss his third consecutive game due to back spasms. His next opportunity to take the court comes Thursday versus Denver.

Muscala is averaging 3.5 points, 2.2 rebounds and 0.8 assists since being traded from the Wizards on Jan. 14.

Muscala averaged 12.1 minutes per game in January, filling in at both center and forward with Detroit's depth in shambles. However, with the acquisition of Simone Fontecchio from the Jazz at the deadline, Muscala has been restricted to backup center minutes. The 32-year-old is expected to see another decline with Isaiah Stewart (ankle) set to make his return soon coupled with more playing time devoted to James Wiseman (averaging 16.3 minutes per game in February).

Davis did not practice Tuesday due to an upper respiratory illness, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

Davis being ill is not ideal in advance of the Lakers' upcoming back-to-back set Wednesday and Thursday against the Clippers and Wizards, respectively. He has over 24 hours to recover, but the Lakers' rotation would be thin in his stead, as Christian Wood is sidelined due to knee swelling -- potentially leaving Jaxson Hayes as the lone remaining traditional center available.

Nurkic (ankle) participated in non-contract parts of Tuesday's practice, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Nurkic tweaked his ankle at a practice last week, attempted to play through the issue Thursday versus Dallas and was sidelined for Friday's matchup versus the Rockets. The big man returned to action Sunday and exploded for 18 points, 22 rebounds and seven assists during a win over the Lakers. He'll have another day to rest and recover before attempting to suit up Thursday against Houston.

Kleber (nose) is available for Tuesday's game versus Cleveland.

Kleber had been listed as probable heading into Tuesday, and as anticipated, he'll be able to suit up for a third straight contest after he had previously missed Dallas' final game before the All-Star break. Expect Kleber to continue to hold down a 20-to-25-minute role while working as a backup at either frontcourt spot.

Hartenstein (Achilles) is listed asquestionable for Tuesday's game against the Pelicans.

Tuesday's game is the second leg of a back-to-back set, so the Knicks are likely contemplating giving Hartenstein a maintenance day following his recent return from left Achilles tendinopathy. Hartenstein's playing time has been trending up steadily since his return to the lineup coming out of the All-Star break, with the 25-year-old most recently playing 27 minutes in Monday's 113-111 win over the Pistons. If New York opts to hold Hartenstein out Tuesday, Precious Achiuwa and Jericho Sims would cover all the minutes at center.