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Mitchell will start Game 3 of the Western Conference first-round series against Phoenix on Saturday, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

With Jalen Williams (hamstring) sidelined, Mitchell will enter the starting lineup. In 16 regular-season starts, the 23-year-old averaged 14.9 points, 3.6 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 0.3 blocks and 1.3 steals while shooting 41.7 percent from deep across 28.6 minutes.

Allen (hamstring) is available for Saturday's Game 3 of the Western Conference first-round series against the Thunder, Brandon Rahbar of DailyThunder.com reports.

Allen has been upgraded from questionable to available for a fourth straight game, though he didn't see minutes in any of Phoenix's last three contests. The veteran wing isn't guaranteed to see the floor Saturday and may be used only in case of an emergency.

Goodwin (calf) is listed as out for Saturday's Game 3 of the Western Conference first-round series against Oklahoma City.

Goodwin will now miss a second consecutive contest, so his next chance to suit up will be Monday for Game 4. With Goodwin ruled out, Collin Gillespie is expected to remain in the starting lineup.

Durant (ankle) is listed as questionable for Game 4 of the Western Conference first-round series against the Lakers.

Durant continues to receive treatment on his left ankle sprain. While the Rockets are one game away from elimination, head coach Ime Udoka indicated that wouldn't be a factor in determining whether the multi-time All-Star would suit up for Game 4. If Durant can't get on the floor Sunday, Reed Sheppard could remain in the starting lineup.

Joe (personal) has been ruled out for Game 3 of the Western Conference first-round series against the Suns on Saturday.

As expected, Joe will miss Game 3 while attending to a personal matter, and his next chance to play will come in Game 4 on Monday. With the 26-year-old wing and Jalen Williams (hamstring) both out, Ajay Mitchell, Cason Wallace and Jared McCain are candidates for increased run.

Goodwin (calf) will go through pregame warmups before Saturday's Game 3 of the Western Conference first-round series against Oklahoma City, Hayden Cilley of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Goodwin remains questionable for Game 3. However, head coach Jordan Ott stated that the 27-year-old will go through warmups before a decision is made regarding his availability. He suffered an ankle injury during the 119-84 loss to the Thunder to begin the series and was ruled out for Game 2. If Goodwin can't suit up, Collin Gillespie is the favorite to remain in the starting lineup.

Allen (hamstring) will go through pregame warmups before a final decision is made on his availability for Saturday's Game 3 of the Western Conference first-round series against the Thunder, Hayden Cilley of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Allen was upgraded from questionable to available ahead of each of Phoenix's last three games, though he didn't see the floor in any of them. He may be used only in an emergency Saturday if he's active.

Durant (ankle) received more treatment Saturday, though his status for Game 4 of the Western Conference first-round series against the Lakers is still unknown, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

Durant's status for Game 4 remains a mystery. Still, with the Rockets one game away from elimination, head coach Ime Udoka indicated that wouldn't be a factor in determining whether the multi-time All-Star will be back on the floor Sunday. If Durant remains sidelined, Reed Sheppard could stay in the starting lineup.

Head coach Nick Nurse said Saturday that Embiid is participating in on-court work and will be evaluated after Saturday's and Sunday's shootarounds, Ky Carlin of USA Today reports.

Embiid underwent an appendectomy April 10 and hasn't played since April 6. The star big man was upgraded to doubtful before being ruled out ahead of Friday's Game 3 loss, and it appears there's a chance he will return for Game 4 on Sunday. The 76ers are expected to offer an update on his status by Saturday night, but for now, he can be considered questionable for Sunday.

Reaves (oblique) will put up shots at the arena Saturday, according to Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com.

Reaves missed the final stretch of the regular season and was unavailable for the first three games of the postseason due to an oblique strain. He carried a questionable designation heading into Friday's 112-108 win over the Rockets, though he was ultimately ruled out. Head coach JJ Redick plans to provide an update Saturday afternoon on Reaves' status for Game 4. For now, the 27-year-old can be considered questionable for that contest. If Reaves can't suit up Sunday, Rui Hachimura, Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard should continue to take on expanded roles offensively behind LeBron James.