NBA Player News

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.

Allen (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.

Allen sat out Sunday's matchup against the Hornets due to a right knee injury, and he's in danger of missing a second game after being tagged as questionable for Tuesday. He'll likely need to prove his health during shootaround and warmups to get the green light to play in Milwaukee.

Proctor (quadriceps) is out for Monday's game against the 76ers.

This will mark a second straight absence for Proctor due to a right quad strain. His next chance to take the court will arrive Wednesday in Orlando.

Bailey (illness) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Warriors, Ben Anderson of KSL News Salt Lake City reports.

Bailey was a late addition to the injury report and will miss Monday's contest due to an illness. His next opportunity to play will come Wednesday against the Knicks. With the rookie first-rounder unavailable, John Konchar and Brice Sensabaugh are candidates for increased playing time.

Plumlee (reconditioning) is questionable for Tuesday's game against Boston.

Plumlee has yet to make his debut with San Antonio while ramping up his conditioning after undergoing right groin surgery in late December, though a questionable tag gives him a chance to be available Tuesday. Even if active, playing time may be difficult to come by for the veteran big man, as Luke Kornet and Kelly Olynyk loom as the primary backup centers behind Victor Wembanyama.