NBA Player News

Jokic exited to the locker room after sustaining an apparent left knee injury in the second quarter of Monday's game against the Heat, Vinny Benedetto of The Denver Gazette reports.

Jokic went down late in the second quarter and grabbed at his left knee before limping back to the locker room. If the superstar big man is unable to return for the second half, Jonas Valanciunas and Zeke Nnaji will likely pick up the slack the rest of the way.

Collins (illness) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Kings.

Collins is still under the weather and is in jeopardy of missing his second consecutive contest. If the 28-year-old forward is unable to give it a go Tuesday, Nicolas Batum will likely take on an increased role. Over his last five games, Collins has averaged 13.6 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 2.0 combined steals-plus-blocks in 26.8 minutes per tilt.

Hayes (ankle) is not listed on the injury report for Tuesday's matchup against Detroit.

Hayes will be available to return after missing a pair of matchups due to a left ankle injury. He's struggled to contribute when healthy in December, averaging 6.2 points and 4.0 rebounds over 16.6 minutes per contest in nine games.

Eubanks (thumb) is not listed on the injury report for Tuesday's game against the Clippers

Eubanks will be available to make his first appearance since Dec. 11 after suffering a left thumb avulsion fracture. He figures to be on a minutes restriction in his first game or two back, but his return will presumably eat into Dylan Cardwell's playing time.

Adebayo (back) is available for Monday's game against Denver, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

The star big man is returning from a two-game absence due to lower-back soreness, and he should be able to handle his normal allotment of playing time. Adebayo has been relatively quiet as a scorer of late, but he's still averaged a productive 13.6 points, 10.4 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 0.9 steals and 0.9 blocks in 32.6 minutes per game over his last seven outings.

Collins (toe), who won't play in Monday's game against Minnesota, is expected to be out for the rest of the week, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Networkreports.

Collins is battling a sprained right toe, and the timeline suggests he'll be sidelined for at least three more contests following Monday's action. With Collins on the mend, Jalen Smith should have the backup center role all to himself behind starter Nikola Vucevic.

Boucher (personal) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Jazz.

Boucher will miss his third straight game due to personal reasons, though his absence shouldn't affect the Boston rotation. The veteran big man's next opportunity to suit up will come Thursday against the Kings.

Embiid (ankle/knee) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Grizzlies.

Embiid is in jeopardy of missing his second consecutive contest due to a sprained right ankle and right knee injury management. The Sixers have remained cautious with the star big man's availability, and if he's ultimately ruled out for Tuesday, Andre Drummond and Adem Bona would be candidates for increased playing time. In six outings this month, Embiid has averaged 24.5 points, 7.8 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.2 blocks in 30.0 minutes per game.

Landale (calf) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the 76ers.

Landale has missed the Grizzlies' last two games due to a right calf injury, but the questionable tag leaves the door open for his potential return Tuesday. Even if he's given the green light to play, Landale isn't expected to play a big role in the Grizzlies' frontcourt. If Landale is unable to play, Christian Koloko should see an expanded role off the bench.

Bitadze (knee) is available for Monday's game against the Raptors.

Bitadze is set to return following a three-game absence due to a left knee strain. The big man will operate as Wendell Carter's backup at center, whereas Jonathan Isaac's playing time will be reduced with the return of Bitadze.