NBA Player News

Castle (leg) started the second quarter of Monday's game against the 76ers, per the broadcast.

Castle exited to the locker room with 6:13 remaining in the first quarter after colliding with an opposing player. However, the second-year guard returned to the bench shortly thereafter and appears to be good to go for the remainder of the contest.

Castle exited to the locker room in the first quarter of Monday's game against the 76ers due to an apparent right leg injury, Jeff Garcia of KENS 5 San Antonio reports.

Castle collided with an opposing player and appeared to be kicked in the leg before going down and holding his right knee. The second-year guard can be considered questionable to return until more information comes to light.

Murray (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Warriors.

Murray will miss a 20th consecutive contest due to a left ankle sprain, and it appears unlikely he'll return this season. His penultimate chance to suit up this season will come Friday against the Warriors.

Highsmith (knee) is out for Tuesday's game against the Rockets.

Highsmith is in line for his 10th consecutive absence while on the mend from a right knee injury. His next opportunity to take the court will arrive Wednesday against Dallas.

DeRozan is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Warriors due to right hamstring soreness.

DeRozan was held to 10 minutes Sunday against the Clippers in an ugly loss, and his availability is now in jeopardy for Tuesday's matchup. Sacramento should have another update on his status closer to tipoff after observing him go through shootaround and warmups.

Westbrook (toe) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Warriors.

Westbrook hasn't played since March 19 due to a right toe injury and is without a timetable for a return. He'll have just two more chances to suit up this season after Tuesday, with his next chance to play coming in Friday's rematch with Golden State.

Williams (hamstring) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Lakers.

Williams will sit out the front end of this back-to-back set due to right hamstring injury management, and his next chance to play will come Wednesday against the Clippers. With the star forward sidelined, Cason Wallace and Ajay Mitchell are candidates to step into the starting five, while Alex Caruso and Aaron Wiggins could see increased playing time.

Brown (ankle) will play Monday night against Portland.

Brown was added to the injury report as probable due to a left ankle issue, but it won't keep him from taking the court Monday evening. He's averaging 8.8 points, 2.2 rebounds and 1.4 steals in his last five outings.

Nnaji (hamstring) is available for Monday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Nnaji was able to prove his health leading up to Monday's matchup and will be available off the bench if needed. He hasn't been a consistent part of the rotation of late, as he's averaging 1.3 rebounds in 6.3 minutes over his last four appearances.

James (foot) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against Oklahoma City.

James had 30 points, nine rebounds, 15 assists and one steal across 39 minutes in Sunday's 134-128 loss to Dallas. However, with only four games remaining on the regular-season schedule for the Lakers, it's possible the multi-time All-Star will miss at least one of them in preparation for the postseason. If James doesn't suit up against Oklahoma City, Jarred Vanderbilt may slide into the starting lineup.