NBA Player News

Matkovic (back) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against Utah.

Matkovic is in danger of missing a fourth consecutive contest due to a lower-back issue. If the big man is ultimately ruled out, Derik Queen and Yves Missi would be candidates to see increased minutes.

Murray (hand) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Jazz.

Murray will have a chance to return to the court Tuesday after missing two consecutive games -- one due to rest and the other because of a bruised left hand. He'll presumably need to prove his health during shootaround and warmups to gain clearance to play. New Orleans should have another update on his status closer to game time.

Black (abdomen) is available for Monday's game against the Pistons.

Black will return from a 16-game absence due to an abdominal strain. It wouldn't be surprising to see him operate on a minutes restriction Monday, though the third-year guard's return could mean fewer minutes for Jevon Carter and Jamal Cain.

Stewart (calf) is out for Monday's game against the Magic.

Stewart was temporarily upgraded from out to doubtful earlier in the day Monday, but the team has now officially listed him as out, which will mark his 13th straight absence while on the mend from a left calf strain. The 24-year-old's next chance to take the court will come Wednesday against the Bucks.

Walker (back) is questionable for Tuesday's game against Minnesota.

Walker suffered a back contusion after taking a hard fall during the 114-113 loss to the Clippers on March 27. Unfortunately, the injury has caused him to miss Indiana's last four contests. If Walker remains out, Jalen Slawson might stay in the starting lineup, though Kobe Brown is also a candidate to get the starting nod.

Robinson (hip) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Magic.

As expected after he was downgraded to doubtful, Robinson will miss Monday's contest due to a right hip strain. With the veteran swingman sidelined, Kevin Huerter and Javonte Green are candidates to see increased playing time.

Harris (knee) is out for Monday's game against Orlando.

Harris was downgraded to doubtful earlier in the day Monday, and he's now been officially ruled out due to a bruised left knee and left hip injury management. Ronald Holland, Javonte Green and Kevin Huerter should be in the mix for more looks with Harris sidelined.

LeVert (knee) is out for Monday's game against the Magic.

The Pistons are giving LeVert the night off for maintenance purposes. The likes of Kevin Huerter, Ronald Holland and Javonte Green all have a chance to play a sizable role for the banged-up Pistons on Monday.

Cunningham (chest) is out for Monday's game against the Magic.

Cunningham was upgraded to doubtful ahead of Monday's clash, which appears to be a sign he's headed in the right direction, but he's not quite ready to return to the floor yet. His next opportunity to do so will arrive Wednesday against the Bucks. Coach J.B. Bickerstaff noted in his pregame press conference Monday that he's hopeful Cunningham will be able to participate in at least one regular-season game before the playoffs, per Coty M. Davis of The Detroit News, so even if he can't go Wednesday, he'll still have an opportunity to play Friday against Charlotte and Sunday against Indiana.

Sheppard (hip) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against Minnesota.

Sheppard is in danger of missing a second straight game due to a right hip sprain. If he joins Andrew Nembhard (back), Aaron Nesmith (neck) and Pascal Siakam (ankle) on the inactive list, Ethan Thompson, Kam Jones and Quenton Jackson would be candidates to see increased playing time.