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Collins (neck) is out for Monday's game against the Knicks, NBA writer Justin Russo reports.

Collins will miss a fifth straight game due to a neck injury. His timetable for return remains unclear at this point. His next opportunity to suit up comes Wednesday against the Timberwolves.

Da Silva will start Sunday's game against the Bucks, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Da Silva will return to a starting role Sunday due to Anthony Black (back) being out. In his last six starts, da Silva averaged 11.0 points, 6.2 rebounds and 2.3 assists in 33.2 minutes per contest.

Green will start Sunday's game against the Magic.

Green came off the bench for the first time this season during Saturday's win over the Jazz, though he'll return to the first unit Sunday with Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf), Kevin Porter (knee) and Kyle Kuzma (back) all sidelined. Over his last 10 starts, Green has averaged 7.6 points, 2.2 triples, 2.0 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 29.2 minutes per game.

Sims is in the starting lineup for Sunday's matchup with the Magic.

Joining Sims in the first unit for Sunday's game will be Ryan Rollins, AJ Green, Ousmane Dieng and Myles Turner. Over eight starts this season, Sims has recorded averages of 5.4 points and 7.1 rebounds per contest.

Williams (quadriceps) is available for Sunday's game against the Kings.

Williams missed the last four games due to a right quadriceps strain, but he will return to the lineup Sunday. Over his last four appearances, Williams has averaged 8.3 points, 2.8 rebounds and 2.8 assists in 24.3 minutes per contest.

Smith (calf) is available for Sunday's game in Sacramento.

Smith may have his minutes monitored in his first game back following a five-game stint on the sidelines, and it'll be interesting to see if he replaces Guerschon Yabusele in the starting lineup. Smith's return should mean fewer minutes for Nick Richards.

Giddey (ankle) is available for Sunday's game against the Kings.

Giddey will shed his questionable tag and return from a one-game absence due to an ankle sprain. Over seven outings since the All-Star break, the 23-year-old point guard has averaged 13.6 points, 6.7 assists, 6.1 rebounds and 1.4 steals across 27.1 minutes per contest.

Buzelis (ankle) will play in Sunday's game against the Kings.

Buzelis missed Thursday's game with an ankle injury, but he will return to action Sunday. Over his last five appearances, he holds averages of 19.6 points, 6.0 rebounds and 2.4 assists in 29.4 minutes per contest.

Avdija (back) is available for Sunday's game against the Pacers, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Avdija has effectively missed the last seven games due to a back injury, but he will return to the lineup Sunday. Interim head coach Tiago Splitter stated pregame that the team will proceed cautiously with Avdija, so he figures to be monitored closely, likely playing on a minutes restriction.

Moody (wrist) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup with the Jazz.

This will be Moody's third consecutive game on the inactive list, and for now, he should be considered questionable at best for Tuesday's tilt with the Bulls. Gui Santos and Malevy Leons should continue to split Moody's minutes Monday.