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Champagnie won't start Wednesday's game against the 76ers.

With Bilal Coulibaly (heel) back in the lineup following a one-game absence, Champagnie will slide to the second unit. He has averaged 9.2 points, 3.4 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 21.0 minutes per game over his last five appearances off the bench.

Wagner (ankle) will start Wednesday's game against the Hawks, Cody Taylor of USA Today reports.

The 24-year-old forward will return from a 22-game absence due to a left high-ankle sprain and reclaim his spot in the starting five from Tristan da Silva. Wagner sustained the ankle injury Dec. 7 and has played in just four games since, so he's likely to operate under a minutes restriction during his return to action.

Rollins (hip) won't play in Wednesday's game in Houston.

Rollins didn't suit up for Sunday's 127-113 loss to the Clippers before returning for Tuesday's win over the Mavericks. He logged 36 minutes, finishing with 24 points, seven rebounds, nine assists and one steal across 36 minutes. However, the 23-year-old won't play in the second half of this back-to-back. With Kevin Porter (knee) out as well, the Bucks will likely lean on Andre Jackson, AJ Green, and Gary Trent to handle most of the work in the backcourt.

Da Silva is not in the Magic's starting lineup against the Hawks on Wednesday, Cody Taylor of USA Today reports.

Da Silva has started 19 of the Magic's last 21 games (including 13 straight), and over that span, he has averaged 13.1 points, 4.7 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 2.0 threes and 1.0 steals over 30.6 minutes. The second-year pro will retreat to the bench due to the return of Franz Wagner (ankle), but da Silva should continue to operate in a prominent role, especially if the former plays under a minutes restriction.

Brunson (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies, per Stefan Bondy of The New York Post.

The Knicks are opting to give their star point guard a maintenance day on the second leg of a back-to-back set against a weak Memphis team while he manages right ankle soreness. With Miles McBride (pelvis) also sidelined Wednesday, New York's backcourt rotation will be extremely shorthanded. Look for Jose Alvarado, Jordan Clarkson and Landry Shamet to absorb the bulk of the available minutes against Memphis.

Black (two-way) is listed as out for Wednesday's game against the 76ers.

Due to the timing of his signing a two-way deal with the Wizards, Black is eligible to suit up for 15 games at the NBA level. The Wizards are choosing to hold Black out against the 76ers in an effort to manage his availability, but because he's been active on nine occasions, he'll be eligible to play in each of the team's final six games of the season after Wednesday.

Quickley (foot) had his first workout without a boot Wednesday but remains without a timetable for a return to game action, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Quickley will miss a sixth straight game Wednesday due to right foot plantar fasciitis, though he's progressing in his recovery. The 26-year-old point guard can be considered doubtful for Friday's game in Memphis. With Quickley sidelined, Jamal Shead and Ja'Kobe Walter are candidates for increased roles, while A.J. Lawson could remain in the rotation.

Richards (elbow) won't play in Wednesday's game against Indiana, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

It will be a fourth consecutive absence for Richards, who remains on the shelf because of a sprained right elbow. Fortunately, Guerschon Yabusele (ankle) is available, meaning he will likely remain in the starting lineup.

Yabusele (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the Pacers, per Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star.

Yabusele will power through his lingering left ankle sprain to suit up for Wednesday's contest. With Nick Richards (elbow) officially ruled out, Yabusele is fully expected to draw the start at center and should take on a heavy workload for Chicago's depleted frontcourt.

Giddey (hamstring) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Pacers, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.

Giddey was a late addition to the injury report Wednesday and will miss his first game since March 5 due to left hamstring tightness. However, head coach Billy Donovan said he can be considered day-to-day, per Joel Lorenzi of The Athletic. With the 23-year-old point guard sidelined, Rob Dillingham and Collin Sexton are candidates for expanded roles. Giddey's next opportunity to play will come Friday in New York.