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Nurkic has been ruled out for the remainder of Monday's game against the Spurs due to a right ankle sprain. He recorded six points (3-9 FG, 0-2 FT), nine rebounds, four assists, two blocks and one steal in 19 minutes before exiting the game.

Nurkic appeared to roll his ankle at the start of the third quarter, and he walked gingerly to the locker room shortly thereafter. Drew Eubanks, Bol Bol and Ish Wainright will likely be called on to handle minutes at center the rest of the way.

Jokic (hip) will play Monday against the Grizzlies.

Jokic was reported to be trending in the right direction ahead of Monday's tipoff, and he's since been confirmed as available. The big man is averaging 24.8 points and 12.4 rebounds in 37.0 minutes over his last five appearances.

Landale is starting Monday's game against the Trail Blazers, Lachard Binkley of TheDreamShake.com reports.

Landale will draw his first start of the season due to the absence of Jabari Smith (suspension). Landale is averaging 7.5 points, 4.4 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.2 blocks in 11 March appearances as the backup center.

Kleber (knee) has been cleared for Monday's game against Utah.

Kleber was dealing with right knee soreness, but he will suit up to join a fully healthy Dallas frontcourt for Monday's contest. Kleber is averaging 4.0 points, 2.3 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 20.3 minutes across his last three games.

Collins is starting Monday's game against the Suns, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Collins will get the start Monday night in place of Victor Wembanyama (ankle). This marks Collins' first start since March 9, when he scored nine points and added two rebounds, one steal and one block across 22 minutes against the Warriors.

Clarke (Achilles) won't play Monday against Denver.

Clarke was considered doubtful leading up to Monday's tipoff, and it's since been announced that he'll be held out. His next chance to return will arrive Wednesday against the Lakers.

Coach Michael Malone said that Jokic (hip) should be "good to go" for Monday's game against Memphis, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.

Jokic and Michael Porter (illness) are trending in the right direction for Monday's game. That being said, Denver will not be at full strength, as Aaron Gordon (foot) and Jamal Murray (ankle) have been ruled out for the contest.

Kornet isn't starting Monday's game against the Hawks, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Kornet got the nod at center Saturday against the Bulls, but he'll retreat to his usual bench role with Kristaps Porzingis back in action following a maintenance day off. Kornet is averaging 6.3 points, 5.4 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.4 blocks in 11 March appearances (three starts).

Davis (Achilles) is probable for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.

Davis will continue to play through the lingering Achilles issue, but it looks like LeBron James (ankle) will take a seat Tuesday, as he's listed as doubtful. While Davis should play Tuesday, he may take a seat for the second half of the Lakers' back-to-back set Wednesday in Memphis.

Ayton (elbow) won't play in Monday's game versus Houston.

He'll miss his third straight game due to left elbow tendinitis, paving the way for Duop Reath to pick up another start at center.