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Martin won't start against the Suns on Tuesday, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports.

After drawing three consecutive starts, Martin will come off the bench Tuesday. As a reserve this season (35 games), the veteran forward has averaged 2.2 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 10.7 minutes per contest.

Jones is starting Tuesday's game against the Suns, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Jones will draw his first start since Dec. 29 and his first since joining the Mavs via trade. He'll run the floor alongside Cooper Flagg, Max Christie, P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford.

Markkanen (rest) is available for Wednesday's game against the Kings.

Markkanen was initially ruled out for Wednesday's contest due to rest purposes, though he's set to suit up. It's worth noting that this matchup is the first game of a back-to-back set, so the ninth-year forward may sit out Thursday's game against Portland. Over his last four outings, Markkanen has averaged 22.3 points, 5.8 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 25.5 minutes per tilt.

Thompson (rest) is out for Tuesday's game against the Suns.

Thompson will get the night off to rest, as previously hinted at by the club. He'll have one more chance to take the court before the All-Star break. Brandon Williams and Max Christie should benefit Tuesday in Thompson's absence.

Mitchell (abdomen) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Suns.

Mitchell will miss a 10th consecutive contest due to an abdominal strain and remains without a clear timetable for a return. The second-year guard should be considered doubtful for Thursday's game against the Bucks until Oklahoma City offers an update on his status. With Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (abdomen) also unavailable, Cason Wallace, Jared McCain and Isaiah Joe are candidates for increased playing time.

Richard is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Spurs due to a bruised right knee.

Richard was also listed as questionable ahead of Monday's game before getting the green light to play. He'll likely test the injured knee in shootaround and warmups before the team makes a final call on his availability.

Melton is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Spurs due to a left gluteal contusion.

Melton is at risk of missing Wednesday's contest due to a bruised glute. The veteran guard has started each of his last three outings after coming off the bench in all of his first 24 appearances. If Melton can't play, Brandin Podziemski would be the likeliest candidate to move into the first unit.

Westbrook has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Jazz due to left ankle soreness.

The ankle issue is a new concern for Westbrook, whose next opportunity to play will come against the Magic on Feb. 19. The Kings will be extremely shorthanded in their final game before the All-Star break, so Nique Clifford, Devin Carter and Daeqwon Plowden will likely all see a heavy workload.

Cryer (hamstring) is out for Wednesday's game against the Spurs.

Cryer has missed significant time while tending to a left hamstring injury, as Wednesday will mark his eighth straight absence. He'll need to wait until after the All-Star break to return to action.

LaVine (finger) is out for Wednesday's game against the Jazz.

LaVine will miss a third straight game due to finger soreness. His next chance to play won't come until after the All-Star break, so he'll have over a week to rest and recover. In the meantime, look for Nique Clifford and Devin Carter to see more minutes.