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Small (back) is available for Wednesday's meeting with the Spurs.

Small is back after a one-game absence, and he will likely start versus San Antonio. Small's return could mean fewer minutes for DeJon Jarreau.

Edwards (knee) will be evaluated daily and has a chance to play in Saturday's game against Detroit or Monday's game against the Mavericks, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Edwards has missed four consecutive games due to inflammation in his right knee, but it looks like he's closing in on a return. The star guard had reportedly been limited to individual work as recently as Tuesday. However, the Timberwolves are optimistic he could retake the floor within the team's next two games.

Ellis will start Wednesday versus the Heat, Spencer Davies of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Ellis is getting a spot-start with Dean Wade (ankle) unavailable, and it'll be Donovan Mitchell, James Harden, Sam Merrill and Evan Mobley joining him in the first unit for Wednesday's game. As a starter this season, Ellis has averaged 7.7 points, 1.6 triples, 1.0 steals and 1.0 blocks per game.

Dosunmu (calf) is out for Wednesday's game against the Rockets.

Dosunmu was initially listed as questionable due to soreness in his right calf, and the issue will prevent him from suiting up. Dosunmu's absence could mean more opportunities for Bones Hyland, Terrence Shannon and Jaylen Clark. Mike Conley could jump into the rotation as well. Dosunmu's next chance to play will come Saturday against Detroit.

Larsson isn't part of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers.

Larsson had started in each of his last 29 appearances, but he'll come off the bench Wednesday as the Heat opt to start Norman Powell. In 13 appearances off the bench this season, Larsson is averaging 15.8 minutes.

Powell is in the Heat's staring lineup against the Cavaliers on Wednesday.

Powell has come off the bench in three of his last four outings, but the veteran wing will return to the starting five Wednesday while Pelle Larsson comes off the bench for the first time since Jan. 13 against the Suns. In his four appearances since returning from a seven-game absence due to a right groin strain, Powell has averaged 19.5 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.8 threes over 31.3 minutes per game.

Leons is questionable to play Wednesday versus the Nets due to an illness.

Leons is a late addition to Wednesday's injury report, which usually isn't a good sign. However, Leons was out of the rotation during Monday's loss to the Mavericks, so his playing status won't impact fantasy leagues.

Williams (shoulder) is available for Wednesday's game against the Wizards.

Williams has been upgraded from questionable to available. The 21-year-old is averaging 16.2 points, 4.6 rebounds and 4.6 assists across 35 minutes per game over his last nine appearances.

Wade won't play Wednesday versus the Heat due to a right ankle sprain, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Wade tweaked his ankle during his pregame routine, but the Cavs are calling it a precautionary absence, so there's a chance he could be available for Friday's rematch with Miami. Keon Ellis and Sam Merrill could see some extra minutes with Wade out Wednesday.

Harper will start in Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies, Tom Orsborn of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

Harper will fill in for the absent De'Aaron Fox (back), marking the rookie guard's second career start. Harper played 28 minutes and logged 24 points, four rebounds and three assists in his first start of the campaign.