NBA Player News

The NBA rescinded Doncic's 16th technical foul Sunday, allowing him to play in Monday's game against the Pistons, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Doncic exchanged words with Goga Bitadze during Saturday's win over the Magic, resulting in both players receiving a technical foul. However, the Lakers filed an appeal on Doncic's behalf to rescind the technical foul, and the appeal has since been approved. The superstar point guard's next tech will trigger a one-game suspension, though he's good to go Monday in Detroit. Doncic has posted at least 30 points in nine straight games, averaging 40.0 points, 8.4 rebounds, 7.4 assists and 3.5 combined steals-plus-blocks in 37.7 minutes per game over that stretch.

Hachimura is questionable to play Monday in Detroit due to soreness in his right calf.

If Hachimura can't play Monday, Jarred Vanderbilt would have the chance to get into the rotation, while Jake LaRavia could also see a slight bump in minutes. Check back for official word on Hachimura's status closer to Monday's tipoff.

Morant (elbow) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Hawks.

Morant has been sidelined by a UCL sprain in his left elbow since late January. His next chance to play is Wednesday against the Spurs, but he can be considered week-to-week until the Grizzlies provide a medical update for the star point guard.

Mashack (ankle) won't play Monday in Atlanta.

This will be Mashack's fourth consecutive game on the inactive list, and it's not encouraging that he continues to get ruled out a day in advance of tipoff. For now, he should be considered highly questionable for Wednesday's meeting with the Spurs.

Dort (knee) isn't listed on the injury report for Monday's game against Philadelphia.

Dort missed the last two games because of a knee issue. He'll likely take back his spot in the starting lineup Monday, meaning Cason Wallace would head back to the bench.

Coward (personal) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Hawks.

Coward will miss a third consecutive contest for personal reasons, and his next opportunity to play will come Wednesday against the Spurs. With the rookie first-rounder remaining sidelined, Javon Small, Walter Clayton and DeJon Jarreau are candidates to see increased minutes.

Spencer is doubtful for Monday's game in Atlanta due to lower-back soreness.

It looks like Spencer will be joining Ja Morant (elbow) and Jahmai Mashack (ankle) on the inactive list for Monday's game, which should result in more minutes for Walter Clayton and Javon Small. Check back for official confirmation on Spencer's status closer to Monday's tipoff.

Barlow (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Monday's game against Oklahoma City.

Barlow exited Saturday's 126-116 win over Utah after only four minutes of work because of a sprained left ankle. If he can't suit up, Trendon Watford would be considered the favorite to start at power forward against one of the top defensive clubs in the Association.

Carlson (back) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Monday's game in Philadelphia.

While Carlson will be available for Monday's game, so will the rest of the Thunder centers, so there are no guarantees he'll be able to find minutes in the rotation. In 35 appearances for the Thunder this season, the second-year center has averaged 4.9 points and 2.6 rebounds per contest.

Nesmith (ankle) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Magic.

Nesmith has played in five straight games but could be held out of Monday's contest in Orlando due to right ankle injury management. If the 26-year-old wing isn't cleared to suit up, Ben Sheppard and Quenton Jackson would be candidates to see a bump in minutes.