NBA Player News

Bamba (knee) is out for Monday's game against the Thunder, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Bamba has yet to appear in a game this season, but he is seemingly nearing a return as he has been a full go during 5-on-5 scrimmages during practice. Nonetheless, Bamba will be unavailable once again Monday.

Valanciunas won't start Sunday's game against the Magic.

Valanciunas made a spot start Friday against the Grizzlies but was benched to start the second half in favor of Kyshawn George, who's back in the starting lineup versus Orlando. In six appearances off the bench this season, Valanciunas has averaged 14.0 points, 8.0 rebounds and 3.2 assists in 20.6 minutes per game.

Tillman won't start Sunday's game against the Bucks, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

With Jaylen Brown (hip) returning to action, Tillman will revert to his usual backup role. He's averaged 12.3 minutes per game over seven appearances as a reserve this season.

Duren (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Rockets.

As expected, Duren has been downgraded from doubtful to out and will miss a second straight game due to a left ankle sprain. Isaiah Stewart should draw another start at center in Duren's absence. Duren's next chance to suit up will come Tuesday versus Miami.

Kornet (hamstring) is available for Sunday's game against the Bucks.

Kornet will return to action after a one-game absence due to a hamstring injury. He's started two of his nine appearances this season but will likely come off the bench Sunday, as Jaylen Brown (hip) is cleared to make his return from a four-game absence. Kornet has averaged 15.7 minutes per game across his seven appearances as a reserve this season.

Coach Tyronn Lue said after Saturday's win over the Raptors that Bamba (knee) has been a full go during 5-on-5 scrimmages during recent practices, but the center's status for the Clippers' upcoming three-game road trip remains unclear, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Bamba appears to be nearing his season debut, but even when he's cleared to suit up, his role will likely be minimal. For the most part, the Clippers have been going small with their second unit, but Kai Jones has received some playing time as Ivica Zubac's primary backup over the first few weeks of the season.

Zubac ended with 14 points (7-12 FG), 12 rebounds, one assist, three blocks and two steals across 38 minutes during Saturday's 105-103 win over the Raptors.

Understandably, Zubac's numbers have regressed a bit following an impressive start to the season that saw him score at least 20 points in four of his first five appearances. He hasn't reached the 20-point mark in five games in November, but he remains a productive two-way player with three double-doubles in that span -- and six overall across 10 games in 2024-25.

Capela ended Saturday's 125-113 loss to the Bulls with 20 points (8-14 FG, 4-4 FT), nine rebounds, one assist and one block in 26 minutes.

Capela was one of the best two-way centers in the league during his prime years, and he turned the clock back a few years with this strong showing Saturday. This was the first time Capela reached the 20-point plateau this season, and he also finished just one board shy of recording what would've been his second double-double. Onyeka Okongwu could end up being the long-term answer at center for the Hawks, but Capela will remain in the starting unit if he manages to perform at this rate on a regular basis.

Vucevic closed Saturday's 125-113 victory over the Hawks with 18 points (8-13 FG, 2-4 3Pt), 12 rebounds, one assist and two steals across 31 minutes.

Vucevic came up short from reaching the 20-point mark for the seventh time in the current campaign, but the big man accomplished more than just scoring. This was his eighth double-double in 10 appearances, and the veteran has been one of the best two-way big men in the early stages of the 2024-25 season.

Wembanyama amassed 24 points (8-15 FG, 6-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 16 rebounds and seven blocks across 33 minutes during Saturday's 111-110 loss to Utah.

Wembanyama continues to dominate as a rim protector and turned in yet another eye-popping performance for fantasy managers in the blocks category. He also had his shot working from beyond the arc Saturday, drilling a season-high six triples to account for 18 of his 24 points. Wembanyama's effort on the boards was yet another highlight, marking his third double-double of the 2024-25 campaign. The 2023 first-round pick is now averaging 18.4 points, 9.8 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 1.8 steals and 4.8 blocks through five November appearances.