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Collins won't play in Monday's game against the Warriors due to neck soreness, NBA writer Justin Russo reports.

Collins appeared to injure his right arm late in Sunday's 137-117 win over the Pelicans, but his exit was apparently the result of a sore neck, which had kept him out for the Clippers' previous two contests. The severity of the latest recurrence of the neck issue isn't yet known, but Collins will sit out the second leg of the back-to-back set. Darius Garland (toe) is set to make his Clippers debut Monday and could end up absorbing most of Collins' minutes while sliding into the starting lineup.

Young (knee/quadriceps) will make his Wizards debut in Thursday's game against the Jazz, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Though Young will remain out for Monday's tilt against the Rockets and Tuesday's matchup against the Magic, he's on track to make his highly-anticipated team debut later this week. Prior to being traded to the Wizards, Young made his final appearance with the Hawks on Dec. 27 before being shut down due to a right knee MCL sprain and a right quadriceps contusion. Because Young has been out for a lengthy period of time, head coach Brian Keefe confirmed that the 27-year-old would have a restriction of between 17-to-20 minutes in his Wizards debut, per Josh Robbins of The Athletic. Young's return will likely result in Bub Carrington moving to the bench Thursday.

Martin (back) is probable for Tuesday's game against Charlotte.

Lower-back soreness is unlikely to stop Martin from playing Tuesday. The swingman has started back-to-back games for Dallas, averaging 8.9 points, 4.4 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.3 steals in 26.0 minutes per game over 12 games as a starter this season.

Thompson (hip) is listed questionable for Tuesday's game against the Hornets.

Thompson is iffy for Tuesday's contest after he exited in the second quarter of Sunday's 100-87 loss to the Thunder due to a right hip adductor contusion. The veteran sharpshooter's potential absence would free up some extra playing time for Caleb Martin (back), who is probable for Tuesday's game.

Marshall (finger) is out for Tuesday's game against the Hornets.

Marshall will be sidelined for a second straight contest, with his next chance to play coming Thursday against Orlando. Khris Middleton could remain heavily involved for Dallas in the meantime.

Bagley (neck) is out for Tuesday's game against Charlotte.

Bagley will be sidelined for a third straight contest, and it remains to be seen if he will be able to play Thursday against Orlando. In the meantime, Dwight Powell is likely to soak up the backup center minutes.

Washington is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Hornets with a left ankle sprain.

Washington is trying to end a three-game absence Tuesday. If the forward cannot suit up, Khris Middleton and Max Christie would both be worthwhile streaming options in most fantasy formats against Charlotte.

Flagg (foot) is doubtful for Tuesday's game against Charlotte.

It was reported Monday morning that Flagg was getting closer to a return, but it appears as though he will miss his eighth straight game Tuesday. His fantasy managers will be hoping he's cleared in time to return for Thursday's game against Orlando.

Watson has been ramping up his basketball activities as he continues to recover from a right hamstring strain and is slated to be re-examined later this week, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.com reports.

The Nuggets may provide more details on where Watson stands in his recovery from the injury once he's checked out in the next few days, but Siegel relays that the team is hopeful that the fourth-year forward can return to action in the next 7-to-10 days. Watson has been sidelined since Feb. 7, with the hamstring injury interrupting what had been a breakthrough season for the 23-year-old.

Black is probable for Tuesday's game against the Wizards with a right quad contusion.

Despite being unable to practice Monday, Black is likely to suit up Tuesday after missing Sunday's loss to Detroit. Black has averaged 11.4 points, 2.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.8 steals in 33.2 minutes per tilt in his last five games. Tristan da Silva looks like the most likely choice to move to the bench.