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Clayton is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Bulls due to left ankle soreness.

Clayton is at risk of missing the tail end of the Grizzlies' back-to-back set due to an ankle issue. If he's cleared to play, though, Clayton would likely see plenty of run, as Ty Jerome (ankle) is out, Cam Spencer (back) is doubtful and Jahmai Mashack (ankle) is questionable.

Simons (wrist) won't play in Saturday's game against Memphis.

Simons has missed over a month due to a fractured left wrist, and his return won't come Saturday. As a result, Rob Dillingham and Collin Sexton should continue to absorb most of the minutes off the bench behind Josh Giddey and Tre Jones.

Yabusele (ankle) is out for Saturday's game in Memphis.

Yabusele got the start in Friday's 131-113 loss to Oklahoma City. However, the big man will be held out of the second leg of this back-to-back set. With Jalen Smith (calf) and Nick Richards (elbow) also sidelined, the Bulls will be thin at the five, potentially resulting in Lachlan Olbrich making the first start of his career.

Richards (elbow) won't play in Saturday's game against Memphis.

The Bulls are also down Jalen Smith (calf) and Guerschon Yabusele (ankle). As a result, Lachlan Olbrich may draw the first start of his young career.

Portis (wrist) won't play in Saturday's game against San Antonio.

Portis is included on an extensive list of players who aren't available for Milwaukee. While Myles Turner (calf) is back after missing a game, which will certainly help lessen the blow, the Bucks will still need more minutes from Pete Nance, Jericho Sims and Ousmane Dieng.

Turner (calf) is available for Saturday's game against San Antonio.

Turner didn't play Wednesday against Portland. However, he will be back after missing only one game. With Bobby Portis (wrist), Kyle Kuzma (Achilles) and Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) unavailable, Jericho Sims and Pete Nance may both continue to see meaningful minutes even with Turner's return bolstering depth.

Kuzma (Achilles) is listed as out for Saturday's game against San Antonio.

Kuzma will now miss a third straight game, and his next chance to play will be Sunday against Dallas. With Bobby Portis (wrist) also out, Pete Nance should continue to see stable minutes, potentially even remaining in the starting lineup.

Kuminga (knee) won't play Saturday against Sacramento, according to Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network.

It's the second half of a back-to-back for Atlanta, so Kuminga's absence shouldn't come as a surprise. Without the former Warrior on the floor, the door is open for Zaccharie Risacher to see more minutes.

Okongwu (finger) won't play in Saturday's game against Sacramento, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Jock Landale (shoulder) is questionable. If Landale is upgraded to available, he would likely take over Okongwu's spot in the starting lineup. However, if Landale is also ruled out, Mouhamed Gueye would presumably roll with the first five.

Landale (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Kings, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Landale was a late scratch for Friday's game against the Celtics due to a right shoulder impingement. There's a chance he will return Saturday, and he would be in line for a significant role due to the absence of Onyeka Okongwu (finger). If Landale is also unable to play, then Mouhamed Gueye figures to be the top candidate to start at center for Atlanta.