NBA Player News

Anderson (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Lakers.

Anderson is in danger of missing a second straight game while dealing with a right knee issue. He'll presumably be re-evaluated Tuesday morning at which point the team could have a better idea of his availability in Los Angeles.

Jerome (calf) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Nets.

Jerome's absence appears to be strategic management of his right calf, as Monday's contest is the first of a back-to-back set. With Scotty Pippen (toe) also sidelined, Javon Small, Walter Clayton and Cam Spencer should see an uptick in opportunities in the backcourt.

Hendricks (thumb) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Nets.

As expected, Hendricks will miss the front end of this back-to-back set due to right thumb soreness. His next opportunity to play will come Tuesday in Philadelphia. With the Grizzlies set to be extremely shorthanded in the frontcourt, GG Jackson, Rayan Rupert and Olivier-Maxence Prosper should all see significant minutes.

Pippen is out for Monday's game against the Nets due to right toe soreness.

As expected, the Grizzlies are downgrading Pippen from doubtful to out Monday. The expectation is that the guard will return to the lineup Tuesday, when Memphis takes on Philadelphia. Javon Small, Cam Spencer and Walter Clayton should each see plenty of playmaking opportunities for a Grizzlies team that has just eight active players Monday.

Coward (knee) won't play Monday against the Nets.

Coward was downgraded to doubtful ahead of Monday's matchup, so the fact that he's been ruled out isn't much of a surprise. This should open up plenty of opportunities for Walter Clayton, Jahmai Mashack and Cam Spencer in the backcourt.

Payne will start Monday's game against the Cavaliers.

With Tyrese Maxey (finger) joining Joel Embiid (oblique), VJ Edgecombe (back) and Paul George (suspension) on the sidelines, Payne will enter the starting five for the first time this season. The veteran guard has averaged 5.3 points, 3.0 assists, 1.3 rebounds and 1.3 steals in 17.0 minutes per game over his last three outings, though he should see a sizable bump in minutes Monday.

Holmgren (illness) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Nuggets.

Holmgren will miss a second straight game while battling the flu. Aaron Wiggins could see a bump in minutes, and with Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) also out, Jaylin Williams figures to see increased frontcourt opportunities and is likely to start a second consecutive game. Holmgren's next chance to play will come Thursday against the Celtics.

Murray (ankle) will play Monday against the Thunder.

Coach David Adelman noted in his pregame presser that he was hopeful Murray would be able to go after being added to the injury report as questionable with a sprained right ankle, and he evidently checked out fine during warmups. While he's been given the green light to play Monday, expect the team to keep a close eye on how his ankle fares during game action.

Wade (ankle) is available for Monday's game against the 76ers.

As expected, Wade will suit up for a second consecutive contest following a three-game absence due to a right ankle sprain. Over six appearances since the All-Star break, the 29-year-old forward has averaged 6.2 points and 4.5 rebounds in 21.3 minutes per tilt.

Goodwin (calf) is questionable for Tuesday's game against Milwaukee.

Goodwin has missed seven consecutive games due to a left calf strain, though a questionable tag gives him a chance to return to action Tuesday. Prior to the injury, the 27-year-old averaged 10.7 points, 4.7 rebounds, 2.0 steals and 1.8 assists in 25.3 minutes per contest over his previous 10 appearances, including one start.