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Zeller (knee) won't play Monday night against the Grizzlies.

Zeller is set to miss his second straight game while on the mend from left knee soreness. The 31-year-old is averaging only 5.2 minutes per contest in the new calendar year (13 appearances), so his absence shouldn't alter the Pelicans' rotation much.

Kleber (toe) is available for Monday's game against Washington, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Kleber continues to deal with a right small toe dislocation, but he was probable ahead of Monday's game and will officially be able to suit up once again. He could draw another start since Dereck Lively (nose) has been ruled out.

Sims (illness) is available for Monday's game against the Rockets, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

Sims missed the last three games due to an illness, but he was probable ahead of Monday's game and has officially been cleared to return. Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles) has been ruled out, so Sims could see increased run against Houston.

Hartenstein (Achilles) is out for Monday's game against Houston, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

Hartenstein's next opportunity to take the court comes Wednesday against Orlando. Taj Gibson started in Saturday's 125-111 loss to the Pacers in Hartenstein's place, but the Knicks could lean more heavily on Precious Achiuwa and Jericho Sims (illness) to cover the minutes at center Monday.

Sengun (back) will play Monday versus the Knicks, Ben DuBose of USA Today reports.

Sengun missed Saturday's contest due to lower back pain, but the 21-year-old will suit up Monday. He joins a Rockets frontcourt that will be without Tari Eason (leg) and Cam Whitmore (ankle).

Fernando (illness) is available for Monday's game against the Bulls.

Fernando was probable for Monday's matchup and has officially been cleared to return from his one-game absence. Over his last three appearances, he's averaged 8.0 points and 3.7 rebounds in 13.3 minutes per game.

Bamba (knee) is available for Monday's game against the Cavaliers, Gina Mizell of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Bamba missed Saturday's game against the Wizards due to right knee soreness, but he'll be back in action following a minimal absence. Over his last five appearances, he's averaged 3.4 points and 6.0 rebounds in 15.4 minutes per game.

Tillman (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Nets, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Tillman was traded from the Grizzlies to the Celtics on Wednesday but hasn't yet been able to make his team debut due to his knee injury. It wouldn't be surprising to see him remain sidelined for Wednesday's rematch against the Nets to give him additional time to rest before the All-Star break.

Porzingis is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Nets due to a low back contusion, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Porzingis sustained his back injury in Sunday's game against the Heat but was able to return to the contest. However, it's not yet clear whether he'll be able to suit up Tuesday. Xavier Tillman (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's matchup, so Luke Kornet and Al Horford should see additional playing time if Porzingis is unavailable.

Holmgren supplied 14 points (5-9 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, two assists, four blocks and two steals in 31 minutes during Sunday's 127-113 victory over the Kings.

Holmgren attempted only nine shots, making it the third time across his last five games in which he doesn't record double-digit shot attempts. Still, he is not dependent on his scoring figures to deliver solid fantasy performances. The rookie continues to find ways to make an impact, and he's averaging 17.4 points, 7.0 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 2.6 blocks and 1.6 steals per game since the beginning of February.