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Jokic finished with 23 points (9-16 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-7 FT), 17 rebounds and 17 assists in 35 minutes during Tuesday's 125-123 win over the Suns.

Jokic was clearly ready to play Tuesday night, as he collected seven points, eight rebounds and eight assists in the first quarter and fell just short of a triple-double in the first half alone. He easily picked up his seventh triple-double of March with a strong second half, pacing the Nuggets in points, rebounds and assists. Jokic also tied his best mark of the season in dimes, a mark he reached one other time this year Feb. 7 against Chicago.

Mitchell tallied 42 points (14-22 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 11-11 FT), two rebounds and three assists in 35 minutes during Tuesday's 136-131 win over the Magic.

Mitchell did the majority of his damage as a scorer Tuesday, leading the Cavs in the scoring column and reaching the 40-point threshold for the fifth time this season. The 29-year-old posted an efficient shooting line by drilling 63.6 percent of his tries from the field while enjoying a perfect night from the charity stripe. Mitchell is now averaging 27.2 points over his last six appearances.

Banchero posted 36 points (10-19 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 13-15 FT), six rebounds, five assists, one steal and one block across 40 minutes in Tuesday's 136-131 loss to the Cavaliers.

Banchero led the Magic in scoring and reached the 30-point threshold for a second consecutive contest, albeit in a losing effort. He also knocked down three triples for the third time over his last five outings -- the first time he's done so in any five-game stretch this season. The star forward also led the team in assists and has dished out at least five dimes in five straight games.

McBride (pelvis) remains without a definitive timetable for a return but has progressed to scrimmaging, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.

McBride underwent sports hernia surgery Feb. 6 but recently returned to contact work and has now been cleared to participate in scrimmages. According to Stefan Bondy of The New York Post, the 25-year-old guard is hopeful he will return before the postseason, and for now, he can be considered week-to-week.

Williamson closed Tuesday's 121-116 loss to the Knicks with 22 points (8-10 FG, 6-8 FT), four rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 34 minutes.

Williamson needed just 10 field-goal attempts to surpass the 20-point threshold during Tuesday's loss. The 2019 first-overall pick continues to enjoy a productive season, and more importantly, he has been healthy after playing just 30 games during the 2024-25 regular season. Since the All-Star break, Williamson has averaged 20.8 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.1 steals over 30.1 minutes per game.

Goodwin isn't in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Nuggets.

Royce O'Neale is returning from a knee injury Tuesday, which means Goodwin will shift back to a bench role. He hasn't been nearly as effective as a reserve, as he's averaging 5.8 points, 4.4 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.0 steals in his last five outings off the bench, compared to 10.0 points and 7.3 rebounds per game in his previous three appearances with the first unit.

Fears had 21 points (9-12 FG, 3-5 3Pt), one rebound, three assists and two steals across 20 minutes during Tuesday's 121-116 loss to the Knicks.

Fears was held scoreless in both the first and third quarters but posted double-digit points in each of the second and fourth frames to finish as the Pelicans' second-leading scorer behind Zion Williamson (22 points). It was Fears' 12th 20-plus-point game of the season and first since March 1 against the Clippers. The rookie first-rounder has averaged 12.5 points, 3.7 assists, 3.2 rebounds and 1.5 threes over 22.2 minutes per game since the All-Star break.

O'Neale (knee) is available for Tuesday's game against the Nuggets.

As expected, O'Neale will shed his probable tag and return from a three-game absence due to left knee soreness. With the veteran forward back in action, there will be fewer minutes available for guys like Rasheer Fleming and Jordan Goodwin.

Anunoby produced 21 points (7-16 FG, 5-13 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, four assists, one block and three steals over 40 minutes during Tuesday's 121-116 victory over the Pelicans.

Anunoby was responsible for three of the Knicks' five steals during Tuesday's win. He also contributed offensively with a team-high five three-pointers and finished tied with Karl-Anthony Towns as New York's second-leading scorer behind Jalen Brunson (32 points). Anunoby has averaged 20.2 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 2.8 threes and 1.5 steals over 33.5 minutes per game over his last 10 outings.

Allen (knee) will play Tuesday against the Nuggets.

Allen appeared to be a true game-time decision after missing the Suns' previous four matchups due to left knee injury management, but he's officially been cleared to play Tuesday evening. He was averaging 15.2 points, 2.2 rebounds, 5.5 assists and 2.7 made triples per game through six March appearances before being temporarily shut down.