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Lively has an illness and is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Raptors, according to Mavericks reporter Grant Afseth.

Lively was not present at the morning shootaround, and it sounds like he could become a game-time call. Maxi Kleber (toe) is also questionable, so we could potentially see a lot of Dwight Powell on Wednesday evening.

Kessler (elbow) has been downgraded to doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Pacers.

Kessler was previously listed as questionable, as he's dealing with a left elbow sprain. This is really unfortunate timing, as he is coming off the best game of his season against the Bulls. Assuming Kessler is unable to play Wednesday, we're likely to see a lot of Kelly Olynyk at the five. Omer Yurtseven could see a bump in minutes off the bench as well.

Claxton (ankle) was assigned to the G League's Long Island Nets on Wednesday, freelance NBA journalist Billy Reinhardt reports.

Claxton sustained a high-ankle sprain during the Nets' season opener and has been sidelined since then. While it's not yet clear when he'll be able to return to game action for Brooklyn, his G League assignment should at least allow him to practice with Long Island in the near future as he continues his recovery process.

Duren (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against Milwaukee.

Duren was a game-time scratch Monday, but it appears his ankle injury is minor. Marvin Bagley's usage would decline if Duren can return.

Kessler is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Pacers due to a left elbow sprain, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Kessler had arguably his best all-around game of the season Monday versus the Bulls, posting 15 points, 15 rebounds and four blocks in 31 minutes. However, he's emerged from that contest with an injury. The severity of the elbow sprain is unclear, but if Kessler is unable to suit up Wednesday, Kelly Olynyk, Omer Yurtseven and John Collins could be candidates for increased playing time at center.

Plumlee was diagnosed with a left knee MCL sprain Tuesday and will return to Los Angeles for further evaluation, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Plumlee will reportedly be re-evaluated Thursday in Los Angeles, so it's safe to assume the backup big man will miss the remaining two games on the Clippers' road trip -- Wednesday in Brooklyn and Friday in Dallas. If that's the case, Plumlee's next chance to suit up would come Sunday versus Memphis. However, he's likely looking at a multi-week absence. In Plumlee's stead, Moussa Diabate and P.J. Tucker could see increased minutes as the backup center behind Ivica Zubac.

Adams (knee) is set to undergo surgery on his right knee Wednesday, Drew Hill of The Daily Memphian reports.

Adams is expected to make a full recovery ahead of the 2024-25 season. The surgery will remedy instability in Adams' knee following what was initially diagnosed as a PCL strain. Memphis has limped to a 1-6 record without Adams thus far.

Queta (foot) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against the 76ers, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Queta is slated to miss a fifth straight game. His continued absence shouldn't impact the Celtics' rotation.

Koloko (illness) will not play Wednesday versus Dallas, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Koloko has yet to play this season. He's dealing with a respiratory condition that dates back to Summer League.

Jokic (wrist) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Warriors.

This isn't a new injury for Jokic, who was also listed as probable ahead of Monday's game against New Orleans. While the Nuggets got off to a slow start in that contest, Jokic finished with 35 points (15-24 FG), 14 rebounds, 12 assists, one block and one steal in 36 minutes during the comeback win. The wrist issue didn't slow Jokic down Monday and, barring a setback, shouldn't deter him from playing in future games.