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Holmes (illness) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against Memphis.

Holmes was a late addition to the injury report due to a non-COVID illness. However, the big man's absence shouldn't cause any waves in the rotation, as he has averaged 6.7 minutes per contest across only three regular-season appearances.

Gibson won't start Sunday's game against the Pacers.

With Nick Richards (ankle) and Moussa Diabate (illness) sidelined, Gibson drew a spot start Saturday against the Cavaliers and posted one rebound and three assists in 17 minutes. With Richards back in action, Gibson will shift to his usual bench role and should see minutes, as Mark Williams (rest/foot) is out after serving as Gibson's backup versus Cleveland.

Richards (ankle) is listed as available for Sunday's game against the Pacers.

Richards was held out of the first leg of the club's back-to-back set during Saturday's loss to the Cavaliers due to a right ankle sprain. However, the big man will return to the starting lineup Sunday, while Mark Williams (foot) and Moussa Diabate (illness) both sidelined. Over his last three outings, Richards has averaged 13.3 points, 9.3 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.7 blocks across 26.3 minutes per game.

Wembanyama (back) is probable for Sunday's game against the Pelicans.

After missing two straight games due to bilateral low back soreness, Wembanyama was initially listed as questionable for Sunday's game. However, now the superstar sophomore is expected to return to game action. Over his last five appearances, Wembanyama has averaged 25.6 points, 10.2 rebounds, 6.2 assists, 2.6 blocks and 1.2 steals in 35.0 minutes per game.

Theis (neck) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Spurs.

Theis is set to miss his third consecutive matchup due to neck spasms. With the big man sidelined, Jeremiah Robinson-Earl and Trey Jemison are candidates for an uptick in playing time. Theis' next chance to suit up will come Thursday against the Kings.

Williams has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pacers due to left foot injury management.

Williams will take a seat for the second half of a back-to-back set after posting 12 points, five rebounds and two assists in 11 minutes during Saturday's loss to the Cavaliers. In his absence, Taj Gibson is a candidate for more playing time, especially if Nick Richards (ankle) joins Moussa Diabate (illness) and Williams on the sideline.

Sarr (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.

Sarr will miss both halves of Washington's weekend back-to-back set, marking his first absence of the season. His next chance to suit up will come Friday in Cleveland. Justin Champagnie will likely draw another start in Sarr's absence.

Embiid (knee) is in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against Chicago.

Embiid has played in just four of the 76ers' 21 regular-season games due to a left knee injury, but the former MVP will return Sunday and play under a minutes restriction, per Julia Poe of the Chicago Tribune. Embiid has struggled in the games he has played, averaging 19.8 points on 37.9 percent shooting, 7.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.0 blocks over 31.3 minutes per contest.

Drummond won't start Sunday's game against the Bulls.

With Joel Embiid (knee) returning from a seven-game absence, Drummond will shift back to a reserve role. Across six appearances off the bench this season, Drummond has averaged 6.7 points, 5.2 rebounds and 1.5 steals-plus-blocks in 13.0 minutes per game.

Richards (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Pacers.

Richards took a seat for the first half of Charlotte's back-to-back set, allowing Taj Gibson to draw a start as Mark Williams continues to operate off the bench since making his season debut. Over his last three appearances, Richards has averaged 13.3 points, 9.3 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.7 blocks in 26.3 minutes per game.