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Nembhard (back) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Heat.

Nembhard has appeared in four straight games but could be held out of Sunday's contest due to lower-back injury management. If he's ultimately ruled out, Kam Jones and Quenton Jackson would be candidates for expanded roles, especially if T.J. McConnell (hamstring) is also downgraded from questionable to out.

Siakam is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Heat due to right knee injury management.

Siakam has been a regular on the injury report since missing six straight games due to a right knee sprain earlier this month. However, the star forward has appeared in each of Indiana's last four outings, averaging 20.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.3 steals in 31.5 minutes per contest during that span. If he's held out of Sunday's contest, Jalen Slawson, Obi Toppin (back/foot) and Kobe Brown would be candidates to see increased playing time.

Powell is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Pacers due to back spasms.

Powell may have tweaked his back during the Heat's 149-128 loss to the Cavaliers on Friday, when he played 25 minutes and finished with 15 points, three rebounds, two assists and one block. If he's unable to play Sunday, then Pelle Larsson would be the top candidate to enter the Heat's starting lineup.

Wolf (ankle) won't play in Sunday's game against Sacramento.

It will be Wolf's fourth consecutive absence. With the Nets going nowhere near the playoffs, the club will likely exercise caution with the rookie first-rounder. As far as Sunday's contest is concerned, Ziaire Williams should be considered a favorite to remain in the starting lineup.

Shannon is in the Timberwolves' starting lineup against the Pistons on Saturday.

Shannon has played just three minutes over the Timberwolves' last two games, but the second-year pro will draw the start Saturday due to the absences of Anthony Edwards (knee) and Ayo Dosunmu (knee). It's just the second start of Shannon's NBA career, with his last taking place Feb. 28, 2025, against the Jazz, when he played 28 minutes and finished with 17 points, five assists, four rebounds and one block.

The Lakers assigned James to the G League's South Bay Lakers on Saturday, Ryan Ward of SI.com reports.

James will return to the G League, where he has appeared in 13 regular-season games while averaging 14.8 points, 3.5 assists, 2.8 rebounds and 1.3 steals over 28.3 minutes per contest. He'll get more reps with South Bay, though James did play in each of Los Angeles' last two games.

McBride (pelvis) is questionable for Sunday's game against Oklahoma City.

McBride is expected to return at some point during what's left of the Knicks' road trip. While it's still far from a lock, it appears he might finally make his return Sunday versus the defending champs after being sidelined since late January and undergoing sports hernia surgery in early February. If he's cleared to suit up, he will likely be used sparingly, meaning Jose Alvarado and Jordan Clarkson should continue to see meaningful minutes.

Minott (hip) is questionable for Sunday's game against Sacramento due to a left hip contusion.

Minott is tending to a hip injury that could prevent him from suiting up Sunday. The 23-year-old forward has stepped into a larger role recently, averaging 14.9 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.5 steals in 24.0 minutes per contest over his last eight appearances.

Shamet (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Thunder.

Sunday will be the fourth consecutive game that Shamet will miss while recovering from a right knee contusion, and his next chance to play is Tuesday against the Rockets. Jordan Clarkson and Jose Alvarado will both likely continue to operate in elevated roles for as long as Shamet is out of action.

Oubre (elbow) is trending toward being available for Saturday's game against Charlotte, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Oubre was officially listed as questionable for Saturday's contest, but it looks like he'll be back in action for the first time since March 10. Oubre could have his minutes monitored Saturday, but his anticipated return would spell fewer opportunities for Justin Edwards and Quentin Grimes.