NBA Player News

Hall (ankle) is out for Tuesday's game against the Celtics.

Hall is still recovering from a right ankle fracture, and his next chance to suit up will arrive Friday against Detroit. However, it's unclear how close he is to returning to play.

Clowney (ankle) is listed as out for Tuesday's game against Milwaukee.

Clowney didn't suit up for the 121-115 win over Washington. He will now miss a second consecutive contest, meaning he will have only three more chances to play before the end of the Nets' season. With Clowney out again, Chaney Johnson could find himself remaining in the starting lineup.

Mann (Achilles/knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.

Mann will miss a second consecutive contest due to right knee and left Achilles soreness. His next opportunity to play will come Thursday against the Pacers. With Ziaire Williams (foot) and Noah Clowney (ankle) also sidelined, Ochai Agbaji, Jalen Wilson and Malachi Smith are candidates to see increased burn.

Saraf (back) is probable for Tuesday's game against Milwaukee.

Saraf was held out of Sunday's contest due to back soreness, but the issue should cost him only one game. Expect confirmation on his availability for Tuesday closer to tipoff.

McGowens (toe) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Jazz.

McGowens hasn't played since March 8 due to a fractured toe and remains without a clear timetable for a return. He can be considered doubtful ahead of New Orleans' final two regular-season games.

Murphy (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Jazz.

The star forward is out for a second consecutive contest due to a right ankle sprain. Jeremiah Fears looks like the prime candidate to replace Murphy in the starting lineup at shooting guard Tuesday.

Claxton (finger) is listed as out for Tuesday's game against Milwaukee.

Claxton will miss a second consecutive game Tuesday. However, with only three more contests left after the matchup against the Bucks, there's a chance the 26-year-old won't be back on the floor until the start of the 2026-27 campaign. With Claxton sidelined again, E.J. Liddell is the favorite to remain in the starting lineup.

Matkovic (back) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against Utah.

Matkovic is in danger of missing a fourth consecutive contest due to a lower-back issue. If the big man is ultimately ruled out, Derik Queen and Yves Missi would be candidates to see increased minutes.

Murray (hand) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Jazz.

Murray will have a chance to return to the court Tuesday after missing two consecutive games -- one due to rest and the other because of a bruised left hand. He'll presumably need to prove his health during shootaround and warmups to gain clearance to play. New Orleans should have another update on his status closer to game time.

Black (abdomen) is available for Monday's game against the Pistons.

Black will return from a 16-game absence due to an abdominal strain. It wouldn't be surprising to see him operate on a minutes restriction Monday, though the third-year guard's return could mean fewer minutes for Jevon Carter and Jamal Cain.