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Mitchell (shoulder) is probable for Sunday's game against the Bulls.

Mitchell has been sidelined for the past six games due to a left shoulder sprain but is trending toward a return Sunday. The guard is averaging 9.0 points, 7.2 assists, 2.6 rebounds and 1.2 steals through 40 appearances this season, all starts. Mitchell's anticipated return should push at least one of Kasparas Jakucionis or Myron Gardner back to the bench after both drew starts Saturday.

Jovic is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Bulls due to a right hip impingement.

Jovic likely picked up the injury during Saturday's 125-118 loss to Chicago, when he played 15 minutes and logged two points (1-6 FG, 0-2 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal. Simone Fontecchio, Jaime Jaquez and Kel'el Ware should see a bump in playing time Sunday, assuming Jovic is ruled out.

Herro (ribs) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bulls.

Herro will miss his 10th consecutive game Sunday while he recovers from a right costochondral injury to his ribs. On Saturday, head coach Erik Spoelstra told Zachary Weinberger of ClutchPoints.com that he had no update on the status of Herro, who looks likely to remain out through the end of the Heat's three-game homestand that concludes Tuesday with a matchup versus the Hawks.

Powell (personal) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bulls.

Powell did not play in Saturday's game against Chicago due to a personal matter, but the veteran guard may be available for Sunday's contest, which would likely lead to Myron Gardner reverting to a bench role. Powell averaged 21.5 points, 3.1 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 2.9 threes and 0.9 steals over 29.6 minutes per game in January.

Harden (personal) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Suns, NBA writer Justin Russo reports.

Harden will be inactive for the first time since Jan. 5 due to an undisclosed personal reason. Over his past 10 appearances, the Arizona State product has averaged 24.2 points, 8.7 assists, 5.1 rebounds and 1.6 steals while shooting 36.1 percent from the field and 27.1 percent from beyond the arc. In Harden's absence, Jordan Miller, Cam Christie and Bogdan Bogdanovic (hamstring) are candidates for expanded roles. Harden's next chance to play will come Monday against the 76ers.

Westbrook (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Wizards.

Westbrook will miss a third consecutive game while nursing a right foot contusion, and his next chance to play is Wednesday against the Grizzlies. The Kings traded Dennis Schroder to the Cavaliers on Saturday, so Devin Carter could enter Sacramento's starting lineup Sunday in Westbrook's absence.

James (lower leg) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Knicks.

James will be sidelined Sunday due to soreness in his lower left leg. The young guard isn't a regular part of the Lakers' rotation, averaging just 3.9 minutes across eight January appearances, so his absence shouldn't have much impact. James' next chance to suit up will come Tuesday against the Nets.

The Trail Blazers traded Reath (foot) and two future second-round picks to the Hawks on Sunday in exchange for Vit Krejci (ankle), Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Reath recently underwent season-ending surgery to address a stress reaction in his right foot, so he won't be available for Atlanta down the stretch and is a restricted free agent this offseason. It's unclear what his role will be for Atlanta moving forward, but on the surface, the two draft picks, along with opening up a roster spot for more potential moves, appear to be the main prize for Portland in this deal. Reath made 32 appearances this season and played double-digit minutes 14 times, scoring in double figures twice.

White (calf) is not listed on the injury report ahead of Sunday's game against the Heat.

White was held out of Saturday's loss to Miami while managing a right calf injury. He is off the injury report for Sunday's rematch and should have an expanded role on offense in his return due to the absence of Josh Giddey (hamstring). White has averaged 19.1 points, 5.2 assists, 3.7 rebounds, 3.4 threes and 0.9 steals over 31.0 minutes across his last 10 outings.

Vucevic (rest) is not listed on the injury report for Sunday's game against the Heat.

Vucevic sat out of the front end of the Bulls' back-to-back set with the Heat on Saturday, but the veteran big man will be available for Sunday's contest. He averaged 18.9 points, 9.6 rebounds, 4.9 assists, 1.6 threes and 1.1 blocks over 33.0 minutes per game in January.