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Williams (illness) is doubtful to play Sunday versus Chicago.

Williams is set to sit out his fourth consecutive game Sunday. Check back for official word on his status closer to tipoff.

Gafford (rest) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against Chicago.

Gafford missed the last three games, so it's not surprising to see his name on the injury report for the season finale. With P.J. Washington (elbow) and Marvin Bagley (shoulder) also doubtful, Moussa Cisse (two-way) could see more action, potentially entering the starting lineup for the second time this season.

The Raptors converted Lawson's two-way contract to a standard deal Saturday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

The converted contract means Lawson will be available to play for the Raptors during the team's postseason run. He spent most of the 2025-26 season in the G League with the Raptors 905, but he has appeared in each of Toronto's last nine games and averaged 4.7 points, 2.2 rebounds and 0.9 steals over 11.8 minutes in that span. Lawson is unlikely to see much playing time during the postseason, but the move gives the Raptors some added depth in the backcourt.

Martin (heel) is not expected to play Sunday versus the Bulls.

It looks like Martin will be spending the final game of the season on the sidelines, which should allow AJ Johnson and John Poulakidas to remain in the rotation. Check back for official confirmation on Martin's status closer to Sunday's tipoff.

Marshall (hip) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Bulls.

It appears as though Marshall will miss a third consecutive game while tending to a left hip contusion. If he's indeed ruled out for Sunday's game, he'll end the 2025-26 regular season averaging a career-high 15.2 points per game along with 4.7 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.1 steals and 0.8 threes over 29.5 minutes per game. Klay Thompson (rest), Khris Middleton and John Poulakidas should operate in elevated roles if Marshall is sidelined.

Thompson (illness) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Sunday's regular-season finale against the Bulls.

Thompson missed the past two games for the Mavericks due to an illness, but it appears he'll be available for the last game of the regular season. His return may result in fewer minutes for AJ Johnson and John Poulakidas.

Cisse (two-way) is listed as probable for Sunday's game against Chicago.

Cisse has appeared in the Mavericks' last two games, most recently finishing with seven points, eight assists, two steals and three blocks across 19 minutes in Friday's 139-120 loss to San Antonio. With Daniel Gafford (rest), P.J. Washington (elbow) and Marvin Bagley (shoulder) doubtful for this contest, Cisse could continue to see action. There's also a chance he will start for the second time during the 2025-26 campaign.

Bagley (shoulder) is doubtful for Sunday's game versus the Bulls.

It appears Bagley will miss the Mavs' regular-season finale after aggravating his shoulder injury during Friday's loss to the Spurs. With both Bagley and Daniel Gafford (rest) expected to sit Sunday, Dwight Powell, Moussa Cisse and Tyler Smith will fill the center minutes for Dallas.

Hukporti finished with eight points (4-4 FG), four rebounds and one assist across 13 minutes during Friday's 112-95 victory over the Raptors.

Hukporti didn't play in New York's' previous two contests heading into Friday night. While the 23-year-old narrowly missed his first double-digit scoring effort since the 132-101 win over the Wizards, it was still an above-average showing. With the Knicks locked into the No. 3 seed in the Eastern Conference, Hukporti might see extended action in Sunday's meeting with the Hornets. However, he likely won't see the floor much (if at all) throughout the postseason, barring injuries to Mitchell Robinson or Karl-Anthony Towns.

Clarkson provided 10 points (4-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound and four assists across 18 minutes during Friday's 112-95 win over Toronto.

Clarkson logged 18 minutes in the win over the Raptors. He also had his first double-digit scoring effort since the 111-94 loss to Houston on March 31. With OG Anunoby (ankle) exiting Friday's game, Clarkson might see additional action in Sunday's meeting with Charlotte. That trend could extend into the postseason if Anunoby misses time moving ahead.