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McConnell has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Jazz due to left knee injury management.

McConnell is one of several key players who will sit out the second leg of a back-to-back set, which could become a trend for the team over the next couple of months amid a non-contending season. With Andrew Nembhard (back) also not playing Tuesday, the Pacers will likely lean heavily on Kam Jones and Quenton Jackson to direct the offense.

Nesmith has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Jazz due to a left hand strain.

Though he's being listed with an injury, Nesmith is essentially receiving a rest day for the second leg of a back-to-back set, along with several other key Pacers players. Nesmith will likely be back in action Friday at Milwaukee.

Porzingis (Achilles) is available for Tuesday's game against Miami.

Porzingis is ready to return from a three-week absence with left Achilles tendinitis. Given the lengthy stay on the sidelines, the star big man is likely to face a minutes restriction Tuesday. Porzingis has averaged 13.4 points, 3.2 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 2.2 three-pointers in 19.4 minutes per game over his last five appearances.

Nembhard has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Jazz due to low back injury management.

Nembhard is one of several Pacers who will receive a maintenance day for the second leg of a back-to-back set. With T.J. McConnell also getting a night off, a lot of minutes will be up for grabs in the backcourt for players such as Kam Jones, Ethan Thompson and Quenton Jackson.

Siakam has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Jazz due to rest.

Tuesday's game is the second leg of a back-to-back set for Indiana, and the Pacers will hold out multiple key players as a result. Siakam will most likely return to action in the Pacers' next contest Friday in Milwaukee.

Williamson produced 14 points (5-13 FG, 4-9 FT), 11 rebounds and four assists across 31 minutes during Monday's 102-95 loss to Charlotte.

Williamson picked up his fifth double-double of the campaign Monday, but the Pelicans still dropped to 13-39 on the season. Williamson has been pretty underwhelming over his last seven games, posting averages of 17.0 points, 8.4 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 1.0 blocks in 29.8 minutes per contest.

Jones accumulated 12 points (4-9 FG, 4-7 3Pt), seven rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 36 minutes during Monday's 102-95 loss to the Hornets.

Jones cashed in a season-high four triples Monday after failing to eclipse more than one in a game since returning from his ankle injury. While he has not shot the ball well from beyond the arc recently, converting just 18.2 percent of his three-point attempts in the five games prior, Jones' performance Monday can be an encouraging sign that he may be getting back on track in terms of his efficiency.

Jovic (hip) is available for Tuesday's game against the Hawks.

Jovic will be returning from a one-game absence. With Kel'el Ware coming off a strong showing, it will be interesting to see how the frontcourt rotation shapes up Tuesday.

Powell (personal) is doubtful for Tuesday's game against Atlanta.

Powell was previously considered questionable, but he's on track to miss his third straight game. In the meantime, the Heat will likely continue to lean more on Pelle Larsson, who has had an impressive stretch of play recently.

Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd said Jan. 22 that Irving (knee) "probably" won't be ready to make his season debut until after the All-Star break, Dwain Price of the team's official site reports.

Irving has yet to resume practicing while he continues to work his way through the rehab process for a torn ACL in his left knee, which he had surgically repaired March 26. While he said that Irving had "no timeline" for a return, Kidd didn't provide many details regarding where the veteran point guard stands in his recovery beyond relaying that he's "in good spirits" and "feels great." Kidd also added that the 19-30 Mavericks' position in the standings won't dictate Irving's timeline, instead noting that Irving will be back in action once he's physically and mentally ready. If Irving is able to make a late-season return, he'll likely be subject to heavy restrictions with his minutes, and his presence would presumably result in star rookie Cooper Flagg seeing more time off the ball.