NBA Player News

Jokic (ankle) has been cleared to play Monday against Cleveland.

Jokic was initially added to the injury report as probable, so this was the expected outcome. He's averaging 24.6 points, 12.4 rebounds, 8.8 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.0 blocks over his last five matchups.

Butler underwent successful surgery Monday to repair a torn right anterior cruciate ligament.

Butler suffered a season-ending ACL injury Jan. 19 against Miami, and he's since gone under the knife so that he can begin the recovery process. It's promising news that the procedure went as expected, though it's still too early to try to predict a timeline for Butler's return. The Warriors stated that an update on his progress will be disclosed early in the 2026-27 campaign.

Plowden is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Pelicans, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

Plowden turned in a solid effort in his first start of the season Saturday, scoring 16 points, though he'll revert to a reserve role for Monday's contest. The Bowling Green product has appeared in five NBA games this season, averaging 5.6 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 19.8 minutes per game.

Achiuwa is starting Monday's game against the Pelicans, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

Achiuwa has fallen out of the rotation over Sacramento's last three games or so, but it appears he's earned himself an opportunity to prove he belongs Monday night. Daeqwon Plowden will move to the bench with Achiuwa sliding into the starting five.

Newell is in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Timberwolves, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

With Jalen Johnson (knee) inactive, Newell will slide into the starting five Monday, marking the rookie's first career start. The Georgia product has appeared in three of the Hawks' past four games, averaging 6.8 points and 3.3 rebounds in 15.3 minutes per contest.

McCollum is starting Monday's game against the Timberwolves, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

McCollum will draw his second start since joining Atlanta due to the absence of Dyson Daniels (ankle). McCollum has offered a steady scoring presence for Atlanta, as he's averaging 17.6 points on 49.6 percent from the field over his last 10 matchups.

The Nuggets expect Murray (hip) to play Monday against Cleveland, Vic Lombardi of Altitude Sports reports.

Murray is still listed as questionable on the team's injury report, but it seems he's trending in the right direction. He'll need to prove his health during pre-game warmups before being officially cleared to play.

Anthony (not with team) is out for Tuesday's game against the Mavericks, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Anthony has yet to join the Suns after being dealt from Milwaukee on Thursday, and he'll need to wait at least one more day before making his Phoenix debut. His next chance to take the court will arrive Wednesday against the Thunder.

Collier is in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Heat.

Collier came off the bench in Saturday's contest but will return to the starting lineup Monday with Keyonte George (ankle) inactive. Collier has started four of the Jazz's past 10 games, averaging 15.6 points, 9.5 assists, 4.0 rebounds and 1.7 steals in 31.8 minutes per contest during that stretch.

Waters (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Lakers, NBA reporter Matthew Tynan reports.

Waters is in line for his fourth consecutive absence while tending to a left knee issue. His next opportunity to suit up will arrive Wednesday against Golden State.