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Embiid (knee) will not play Monday against the Bulls, ESPN's Shams Charania reports.

Fantasy managers probably saw this one coming. Embiid was previously listed as questionable, but the franchise is likely to be very cautious going forward. According to Charania, the 76ers are consulting with doctors and specialists to determine the next steps for his recovery after he underwent additional imaging Monday. In the meantime, guys like Guerschon Yabusele and Andre Drummond could see increased roles for the 76ers.

Holmgren won't play Monday against the Timberwolves due to rest.

After posting 19 points, four rebounds, one assist and three blocks in 28 minutes during Sunday's 130-123 win over Minnesota, Holmgren will take a seat for the second half of a back-to-back set. The third-year big man isn't expected to play both halves of back-to-back sets anytime soon, and his production, outside of blocks, has been down since he returned to action at the beginning of February. Over five appearances, Holmgren has averaged 13.2 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 3.4 blocks in 26.6 minutes per game.

Gobert (back) will not play Monday against the Thunder.

Gobert can't seem to shake his back spasms and will be sidelined for a fourth straight contest. His next chance to play comes Thursday against the Lakers. Naz Reid will likely continue to start and is averaging 23.7 points, 11.0 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 2.7 three-pointers and 2.7 blocks over his last three games.

Eubanks (ankle) registered two points (1-3 FG), one rebound and one assist in 11 minutes in Sunday's 129-111 loss to the Pacers.

Since being acquired from the Jazz on Feb. 1, Eubanks has appeared in just four games for the Clippers, averaging 3.0 points and 2.5 rebounds in 9.3 minutes per contest. A left ankle sprain caused Eubanks to miss two contests, but the 28-year-old center doesn't look as though he'll be part of the rotation when the Clippers are at full strength. Eubanks benefited Sunday from the Clippers being down two rotation players in Norman Powell (knee) and Kawhi Leonard (foot), both of whom have since been ruled out for Monday's game in Detroit. With Ben Simmons (back) also sitting out, Eubanks should be locked in as the primary backup to starting center Ivica Zubac in Detroit.

Sarr (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against the Nets.

After missing eight straight games, Sarr returned to action during Washington's final game before the All-Star break. He also played Friday versus Milwaukee, posting 22 points, seven rebounds and two steals in 26 minutes. However, the rookie was back in street clothes Sunday, the first half of a back-to-back set, and he's in danger of missing another contest Monday. If he's sidelined again, Richaun Holmes would likely draw another start.

Ware is probable for Monday's game against Atlanta due to left ankle discomfort.

Ware logged 37 minutes Sunday against the Bucks, finishing with 12 points (6-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt), 12 rebounds, four assists and one block. Despite being less than 100 percent, the Heat are planning on their center being available Monday evening.

Kessler (illness) will not play Monday against the Trail Blazers.

Kessler was unable to shake his questionable tag for this contest, but he's considered day-to-day. His next chance to play comes Wednesday against the Kings. With Lauri Markkanen (back) also out, Kyle Filipowski could have a big opportunity Monday.

Vucevic is probable for Monday's game against the 76ers with right calf tightness.

Vucevic played through this right calf issue Saturday against the Suns, finishing with 16 points, 11 rebounds, one assist and two three-pointers in 30 minutes. For now, the expectation is that the veteran center will continue to push through the pain for Chicago.

Missi closed with six points (3-9 FG, 0-2 FT), 15 rebounds and one assist in 23 minutes during Sunday's 114-96 win over San Antonio.

The 15 boards were a career high for the rookie center, marking the fourth time in the last nine games he's reached double digits in that category. None of those performances resulted in double-doubles, however, as Missi's offense remains a work in progress -- over those nine contests, he's averaging just 6.8 points while shooting 43.3 percent from the floor.

Williams (knee) will not play Monday against the Jazz.

Williams will be sidelined for a second straight game due to knee soreness, and the Trail Blazers are likely to proceed with caution. The center should be considered questionable for Wednesday's game against the Wizards.