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Anderson is questionable for Saturday's game against the Heat due to right knee soreness.

After posting 10 points (3-4 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 3-3 FT), one rebound and one steal across 18 minutes in Friday's win over Utah, Anderson is in danger of missing the second leg of this back-to-back set. If the veteran forward is ultimately ruled out, Olivier-Maxence Prosper, Taylor Hendricks and GG Jackson would be candidates to see an uptick in minutes.

Clayton (calf) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Heat.

Clayton has missed the Grizzlies' last three games due to a right calf contusion, but the rookie first-rounder has a chance to return for Saturday's road contest. He has averaged 18.3 minutes per game off the bench this season, but even if he's available to play Saturday, he could operate in a reduced role due to the returns of Ty Jerome and Scotty Pippen.

Pippen (toe) isn't listed on the injury report for Saturday's game against the Heat.

Pippen missed the front end of this back-to-back set due to left great toe injury management, though he's set to play Saturday. The 25-year-old guard has appeared in three outings (one start) this season after recovering from left great toe surgery he underwent in October. He's averaging 10.7 points, 4.3 assists, 2.0 steals and 1.0 rebounds in 20.0 minutes per tilt.

Jerome (calf) is listed as available for Saturday's game against the Heat.

Jerome sat out Friday's game against Utah for injury management, but he will return to the court for the second half of the back-to-back set. With Ja Morant (elbow) still sidelined, Jerome should continue to see a heavy workload in the Memphis backcourt. In his six appearances since returning from his previous injury stint, Jerome has provided elite per-minute production, averaging 19.7 points, 6.0 assists, and 1.2 steals while being capped at roughly 21 minutes per contest.

Peavy (toe) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Philadelphia.

Peavy will miss his third straight game due to a right great toe sprain, and his next opportunity to suit up will come Tuesday against Golden State. The rookie second-rounder's absence shouldn't cause any significant waves in the rotation, though Jordan Hawkins could see a slight uptick in minutes.

Aldama (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Heat.

Aldama has missed 11 of the Grizzlies' last 13 games due to a right knee injury, and his next chance to play is Monday against the Kings, though there doesn't appear to be a clear timeline for the fifth-year pro's return. Kyle Anderson (knee) and Walter Clayton (calf) should continue to see more minutes for as long as Aldama is sidelined.

Murphy (shoulder) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the 76ers.

Murphy will miss a second straight game after being sidelined Friday against Milwaukee, as he continues to deal with a right shoulder issue suffered Feb. 11 versus Miami. With Murphy unavailable, Bryce McGowens and Jeremiah Fears are candidates for increased backcourt minutes. Murphy's next opportunity to return will come Tuesday against the Warriors.

Missi (calf) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the 76ers.

Missi will miss his third consecutive contest due to a left calf strain, and his next chance to play will come Tuesday against the Warriors. Karlo Matkovic will likely see a bump in playing time due to Missi being sidelined.

Murray (Achilles) is listed as doubtful for Saturday's game against the 76ers.

Murray tore his Achilles in January 2025 and has yet to make his season debut. While he's expected to return in the near future, the 29-year-old point guard is unlikely to do so Saturday. If Murray is ultimately ruled out, his next opportunity to suit up will come Tuesday against the Warriors.

Smith is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against Memphis due to left calf soreness.

Smith played just three minutes off the bench during Miami's 128-97 win over Atlanta on Friday, when he failed to make his lone three-point attempt. Davion Mitchell (illness) is listed as doubtful, so if Smith is unable to play, then more minutes would be available for the likes of Kasparas Jakucionis, Pelle Larsson and Myron Gardner.