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Coffey (ankle) will remain on the inactive list for Monday's meeting with Memphis.

This will be Coffey's fifth consecutive game on the sidelines, and it's not a great sign that he continues to get ruled out 24 hours in advance of tipoff. For now, he should be considered highly questionable for Tuesday's game in Orlando.

Lopez ended Sunday's 127-113 win over the Bucks with eight points (2-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-5 FT), seven rebounds, four steals, two blocks and one assist in 25 minutes.

With Ivica Zubac now in Indiana, Lopez continues to provide some low-end fantasy appeal since taking over as the Clippers' starting center in early February. Lopez has averaged 12.0 points, 5.9 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 2.0 blocks and 1.0 steals in 28.6 minutes per contest in his last seven outings while shooting 50 percent from the floor and 41.9 percent from downtown.

Collins accumulated 22 points (9-13 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-5 FT), three rebounds, three assists and one block over 35 minutes during Sunday's 127-113 win over Milwaukee.

Sunday marked a breakout performance for Collins, who logged his most minutes and points since returning from a recent seven-game absence with a neck strain. The playing time is particularly a sign the power forward is cleared of whatever restrictions the Clippers had in place for Collins of late -- he last played at least 30 minutes back in February.

Mathurin closed Sunday's 127-113 victory over Milwaukee with 28 points (7-10 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 13-14 FT), six rebounds and one assist across 27 minutes.

Despite coming off the bench, Mathurin led the team in scoring Sunday and got to the free-throw line with ease. The swingman is thriving as the Clippers' sixth man, averaging 23.0 points, 5.3 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 0.8 steals in 30.3 minutes per game across his last eight appearances.

Fears won't start in Sunday's game against Houston, according to Lachard Binkley of SI.com.

Dejounte Murray (hand) didn't suit up for Friday's 119-106 loss to Toronto. As a result, Fears entered the starting lineup, finishing with 10 points, four rebounds, three assists and one block across 27 minutes. However, with Murray cleared to return from his one-game absence, Fears will head back to the bench.

Murray (hand) is available for Sunday's game against Houston.

Murray was initially listed as questionable for this contest due to a left hand contusion. However, the hand injury won't keep him off the court versus Houston. Murray's availability could result in less production from Jeremiah Fears, who was in line to get the start once again if needed.

Wells (toe) won't play in Monday's game against Phoenix.

Wells will miss his fourth consecutive contest. At this point, it's hard to determine if he will be available before the end of the campaign. With the Grizzlies rolling out a lengthy injury report heading into Monday's game, Cedric Coward and GG Jackson are currently the favorites to take on a large portion of the load on the offensive end.

McBride (pelvis) is available for Sunday's game against the Thunder, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

McBride underwent sports hernia surgery Feb. 6 and hasn't played since Jan. 27, so he'll likely operate under a strict minutes restriction during his return. Over 21 appearances off the bench this season, the 25-year-old guard has averaged 11.0 points, 2.6 assists and 2.5 rebounds in 23.6 minutes per tilt.

Murphy (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the Rockets.

Murphy will miss a third straight game due to a right ankle sprain. Jeremiah Fears and Jordan Hawkins will likely maintain expanded roles with Murphy sidelined. His next chance to suit up comes Thursday against the Trail Blazers.

Small (back) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Suns.

After suiting up in three straight games, Small is expected to miss Monday's contest due to lower-back soreness. The Grizzlies will be extremely shorthanded in the backcourt, opening up playing time for the likes of Walter Clayton (ankle), Cam Spencer and Adama Bal.