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Coward (personal) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Charlotte.

Coward will miss both games of the Grizzlies' back-to-back set while attending to a personal matter, and his next opportunity to play is Monday against the Hawks. Javon Small figures to stay in Memphis' starting lineup due to Coward's absence.

Green (back) is questionable for Saturday's game against Atlanta.

Green went scoreless in 22 minutes in Friday's loss to Detroit. Saturday's contest is the second of a back-to-back, so there's a good chance Green will not suit up Saturday against Atlanta. The Warriors are already down Al Horford (calf) and Kristaps Porzingis (back), while Quinten Post (foot) is considered questionable. If Green and Post also aren't available, Omer Yurtseven and Gui Santos would be the favorites to split time in the middle.

Jackson (knee) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Hornets.

Jackson was unable to play in Friday's game against the Celtics due to left knee soreness, but he has a chance to return for the second leg of the Grizzlies' back-to-back set Saturday. If he's not cleared to play, then Taylor Hendricks would likely stay in Memphis' starting lineup.

Gibson (foot) is not listed on the Grizzlies' injury report ahead of Saturday's game against the Hornets.

Gibson did not play in Friday's loss to the Celtics due to a foot injury, but the veteran big man will be available for the second leg of the Grizzlies' back-to-back set Saturday. He has averaged 2.0 points and 3.0 rebounds over 9.7 minutes per game across three outings with Memphis this season.

Jerome (calf) is listed as doubtful for Saturday's game against the Hornets.

Jerome has played in each of the Grizzlies' last two games, though he'll likely sit out of Saturday's contest while managing a right calf injury that cost him the first half of the 2025-26 regular season. Javon Small and Cam Spencer are poised for larger roles, assuming Jerome is ruled out.

Morant (elbow) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Hornets.

Morant continues to be sidelined by a UCL sprain in his left elbow. His next chance to play is Monday against the Hawks, though Morant should be considered doubtful until the Grizzlies provide an updated report on the star point guard's injury.

Post (foot) is questionable for Saturday's game against Atlanta.

Post didn't play in Friday's loss to Detroit because of a nagging foot issue. The Warriors are already down Al Horford (calf) and Kristaps Porzingis (back) for this one. On top of that, Draymond Green (back) is also carrying a questionable designation. If Post can suit up, he could be looking at more action versus Atlanta. However, if Post and Green join Horford and Porzingis on the shelf, the Dubs should rely mostly on Gui Santos and Omer Yurtseven to handle the bulk of the work underneath the basket.

Castle (hip) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Pacers.

Castle will miss a second consecutive game due to right hip soreness, and his next opportunity to play is Monday against the Heat, which is the start of the Spurs' three-game road trip. Devin Vassell and Harrison Barnes should continue to operate in larger roles for as long as Castle is sidelined.

Porzingis (back) won't suit up for Saturday's game against Atlanta.

Porzingis exited Friday's 115-101 loss to Detroit because of a back injury. While he already indicated he likely wouldn't be available Saturday against the Hawks, the latest update confirms what most had already expected. With Al Horford (calf) out and Draymond Green (back) and Quinten Post (foot) questionable, Gui Santos and Omer Yurtseven may split time in the middle versus Atlanta.

Wembanyama is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Pacers due to right ankle soreness.

Wembanyama may have picked up the injury during the Spurs' 101-100 win over the Suns on Thursday, when he played 35 minutes and finished with 34 points, 12 rebounds, one assist, three steals and one block. Luke Kornet would be the top candidate to enter San Antonio's starting lineup if Wembanyama is unable to play against Indiana.