NBA Player News
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Jay Huff C | IND
Pacers' Jay Huff: Tending to ankle sprain
Huff is listed as questionable for Monday's game against Houston due to a left ankle sprain.
Huff is at risk of missing his first game of the season, as the big man is battling a sprained ankle. He's started 14 consecutive games for the Pacers, averaging 9.7 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 2.9 blocks across 23.6 minutes during that stretch. With backup center Isaiah Jackson (concussion) out, Indiana would likely turn to Micah Potter and Tony Bradley if Huff doesn't play.
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Isaiah Hartenstein C | OKC
Thunder's Isaiah Hartenstein: Doesn't return Sunday
Hartenstein (ankle) exited Sunday's 129-104 win over the 76ers in the third quarter and did not return.
Hartenstein appeared to turn his right ankle and limped to the locker room late in the third quarter. The big man finished with five points (2-6 FG, 1-1 FT), three rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block across 20 minutes. His status will be worth monitoring ahead of Monday's matchup against the Hawks.
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Isaiah Hartenstein C | OKC
Thunder's Isaiah Hartenstein: Heads to locker room Sunday
Hartenstein left Sunday's game against the 76ers and went to the locker room due to an apparent right ankle injury, Brandon Rahbar of DailyThunder.com reports.
Hartenstein appeared to turn his right ankle before limping to the locker room late in the third quarter of Sunday's contest. If he is unable to return, Kenrich Williams could see extra minutes.
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Zach Collins C | CHI
Bulls' Zach Collins: Won't play Monday
Collins has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Timberwolves due to right first toe soreness.
Collins left Chicago's most recent game with an unspecified lower body injury, and it's now known he is dealing with a toe issue. His absence could mean more minutes for Jalen Smith and Patrick Williams. Collins' next chance to play will come Wednesday against New Orleans.
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Jock Landale C | ATL
Grizzlies' Jock Landale: Officially out Sunday
Landale (calf) is out for Sunday's game against the Wizards.
Landale will miss a second straight contest due to a right calf injury. Christian Koloko will likely see a larger reserve role in Landale's absence.
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Alperen Sengun C | HOU
Rockets' Alperen Sengun: Iffy for Monday
Sengun (calf) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Pacers.
Sengun is in jeopardy of missing his second consecutive contest due to left calf tightness. If the star big man is ultimately ruled out, Steven Adams and Clint Capela are candidates for increased playing time. In nine appearances this month, Sengun has averaged 23.4 points, 9.9 rebounds, 6.4 assists, 2.2 steals and 1.3 blocks in 34.7 minutes per game.
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Mason Plumlee C | SA
Hornets' Mason Plumlee: Remains out
Plumlee (groin) is out for Monday's game against the Bucks.
Plumlee will miss a third straight game due to a right groin strain. With Ryan Kalkbrenner (elbow) also sidelined, Moussa Diabate figures to see a larger role.
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Ryan Kalkbrenner C | CHA
Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner: Out again
Kalkbrenner (elbow) won't play in Monday's game against Milwaukee.
Kalkbrenner will be sidelined for a fourth consecutive contest due to a sprained left elbow. Moussa Diabate will likely draw another start at center while PJ Hall could enter the rotation. Kalkbrenner's next chance to play will come Wednesday against Golden State.
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Jock Landale C | ATL
Grizzlies' Jock Landale: Unlikely to play Sunday
Landale (calf) has been downgraded to doubtful for Sunday's game against the Wizards.
Landale has gone from questionable to doubtful for Sunday's contest due to a sore right calf. If Landale winds up sitting, Christian Koloko would serve as the team's backup center once again.
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Trayce Jackson-Davis C | TOR
Warriors' Trayce Jackson-Davis: Good to go
Jackson-Davis (illness) is available for Sunday's game against Toronto.
Jackson-Davis was added to the injury report Sunday morning with an illness, but he's feeling well enough to suit up. The third-year center is averaging 4.6 points, 3.8 rebounds and 1.1 assists across 21 appearances this season.