NBA Player News

Sengun (back) is out for Monday's game against the Lakers, Lachard Binkley of SI.com reports.

Sengun was added to the injury report as questionable after missing Friday's game with a back injury, and the team has since decided to hold him out of Monday's matchup. Clint Capela will draw the start at center in Sengun's place.

Richards (back) is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Grizzlies.

Richards will be active despite previously being listed on the injury report with lower-back tightness, though he'll operate off the bench Monday after starting Friday's contest. The big man has come off the bench in 39 of his 42 appearances this season between the Suns and Bulls, averaging 5.6 points and 4.9 rebounds in 13.9 minutes per contest as a reserve.

Missi is starting Monday's game against the Mavericks.

Missi will slide into the starting rotation with Dejounte Murray (illness) sitting out Monday. Missi's last start dates back to March 5 against the Kings, when he finished with seven points, two rebounds, one assist, two steals and four blocks in 16 minutes.

Embiid (oblique) won't play Tuesday against Denver, Ky Carlin of USA Today reports.

The Sixers noted over the weekend that Embiid has been progressing in his recovery, but he's not quite healthy enough to gain clearance for Tuesday's game. His next opportunity to take the court will arrive Thursday in Sacramento.

Richards (back) will play Monday against the Grizzlies.

Richards was added to the injury report due to lower-back tightness, but the issue won't prevent him from taking the floor Monday night. He'll presumably fall back to a bench role with Jalen Smith returning from a calf injury that held him out of Friday's game.

Olbrich (calf) is available for Monday's game against Memphis.

Olbrich was previously listed as probable due to right calf pain but has been cleared to play in Monday's contest. The rookie has averaged just 5.9 minutes across his past 10 appearances, so there's no guarantee he'll see game action despite being available.

Allen (knee) will miss Cleveland's upcoming three-game road trip.

Allen has already been downgraded to out for Tuesday's game against Milwaukee, but the team has now ruled him out for two additional contests. He'll remain in Cleveland during the road trip to continue his treatment and rehabilitation.

Gafford (illness) won't play Monday night against New Orleans.

As expected, an illness will keep Gafford from suiting up Monday evening. Marvin Bagley is one candidate to see more action in Gafford's absence, though Ryan Nembhard could also factor into the mix if the Mavs decide to deploy a smaller first unit, which they did during Gafford's absence Sunday in Cleveland.

Allen (knee) won't play Tuesday against the Bucks, Danny Cunningham of Sports Radio 92.3 The Fan Cleveland reports.

Allen will miss his sixth consecutive matchup while nursing a right knee injury. His next chance to run the floor will arrive Thursday in Chicago, though the team has failed to indicate that the big man is nearing a return.

Williams (knee) is out for Monday's game against the Nets, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Williams will sit out the second half of his team's back-to-back after logging 20 minutes Sunday in Philly. His next chance to take the floor will arrive Wednesday against the Pacers. Sidy Cissoko should benefit from Williams' absence Monday.