NBA Player News

Wade (ankle) won't play Sunday against the Pacers.

Wade continues to get ruled out 24 hours in advance of tipoff, which is not encouraging. For now, he should be considered doubtful for Monday's meeting in Memphis.

Walker (back) is questionable to play Sunday against the Cavs.

Walker has missed the past three games, but it looks like there's a chance he could get back out there for Sunday's game. If Walker is cleared, Ben Sheppard might head back to the second unit. Check back for official confirmation on Walker's status closer to Sunday's tipoff.

Santos (pelvis) is probable for Sunday's game against the Rockets.

The probable tag suggests that Santos won't have an issue being available and handling his regular workload. The Brazilian forward is averaging 17.4 points, 5.0 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 1.2 steals per game over his last 10 appearances.

Siakam (ankle) is listed as out for Sunday's game against Cleveland.

Siakam tweaked his ankle during the 129-108 loss to the Hornets. Now, the real question is if Siakam will appear in any of the Pacers' remaining four contests after Sunday's meeting with the Cavaliers. While the 32-year-old is unavailable, Obi Toppin (foot), who is listed as probable, is the favorite to enter the starting lineup, which would mark his first start since the 114-109 loss to Sacramento on March 10.

Toppin (foot) is probable for Sunday's game in Cleveland.

Toppin is on track to play Sunday. The 28-year-old power forward is averaging 10.0 points, 4.1 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.3 triples per contest this season.

Duren (illness) is expected to play Saturday against the 76ers, head coach J.B. Bickerstaff told Austin Krell of OnPattison.com.

Duren has started and played at least 35 minutes in his last two appearances, against the Raptors and Timberwolves, tallying a combined 53 points, 23 rebounds, seven assists and three blocks in back-to-back wins. Even though Duren is carrying a questionable tag and no official decision has been made, Bickerstaff's words suggest the big man should suit up and handle his regular workload. Duren is averaging 22.2 points and 10.4 boards per game since the beginning of March.

Nesmith (neck) is out for Sunday's game in Cleveland.

This will mark Nesmith's fourth consecutive game on the inactive list, and it's not encouraging that he continues to get ruled out a full day in advance of tipoff. He should be considered doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves.

Nembhard (back) is out for Sunday's game in Cleveland.

With Nembhard unavailable, Quenton Jackson should be looking at another start, and Taelon Peter will have a chance to stay in the rotation. Nembhard's next chance to play will come Tuesday versus the Timberwolves.

Antetokounmpo (Knee) is listed as out for Sunday's game against Memphis.

Antetokounmpo claims he's healthy enough to play. However, the Bucks have indicated that isn't the case, prompting a league investigation. Although Milwaukee can't make the playoffs, it appears there's a chance the multi-time All-Star could be back in the lineup before the end of the regular season. While Antetokounmpo is on the shelf, Pete Nance is expected to remain in the starting lineup.

McConnell (hamstring) will remain on the inactive list for Sunday's game in Cleveland.

This will be McConnell's third consecutive game on the sidelines, and it's not a great sign that he continues to get ruled out 24 hours in advance of tipoff. Kam Jones, Quenton Jackson and Ethan Thompson will likely divvy up McConnell's minutes.