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Sims isn't in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Magic.

Sims stepped into the starting lineup Friday with Kyle Kuzma (calf) ruled out, and he stepped up by grabbing 15 rebounds. However, Sims will return to his typical bench role Monday with Kuzma cleared for a return.

Ware is in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Jazz, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Fresh off a double-double in Sunday's blowout win, Ware will make his first start since Jan. 6 on Monday. In 27 starts this season, the big man is averaging 13.2 points, 11.1 rebounds and 1.3 blocks in 27.2 minutes per contest.

Carter (ankle) will play in Monday's game against the Bucks, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Carter is dealing with left ankle soreness, but he's overcoming a questionable designation Monday. There's no word of any minutes restriction for the veteran center. Carter has been quiet as of late, averaging 6.5 points, 5.8 rebounds, 1.5 steals and 1.0 assists in 23.3 minutes per game across his last four contests.

Duren (knee) is starting Monday's game against the Hornets.

Duren sat out of Friday's game against the Knicks due to a right knee issue, but he's since received the green light to play Monday. Isaiah Stewart will retreat to a bench role with Duren back in action.

Zubac (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Knicks.

After being acquired from the Clippers on Thursday, Zubac has yet to make his Pacers debut due to a left ankle sprain. Over his final 10 games in Los Angeles, the big man averaged 12.4 points, 12.0 rebounds and 1.5 assists, recording seven double-doubles during that span. If Zubac remains sidelined, Jay Huff is likely to remain in the starting lineup.

Williams was assigned to the G League's Maine Celtics on Monday.

Williams agreed to a two-year standard contract Thursday, though that development isn't indicative of a consistent role with Boston. The rookie has appeared in 14 NBA games (two starts) this season, averaging 1.6 points and 2.1 rebounds in 8.0 minutes per contest. With the Celtics off until Wednesday against the Bulls, Williams could be recalled in time to rejoin the parent club.

Robinson has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Pacers due to left ankle injury management.

Robinson will take a seat for the first half of New York's back-to-back in an effort to keep him fresh for Wednesday. Ariel Hukporti could be in line for an uptick in minutes in Robinson's absence.

Carter is questionable for Monday's game against the Bucks with left ankle soreness.

Carter is likely to test out his ankle before the Magic determine his playing status Monday. Moritz Wagner would likely step into the starting lineup if Carter can't play, with Goga Bitadze figuring to move into the backup center role in this case.

Ayton (knee) is good to go Monday against the Thunder.

Ayton is set to return to action after being a late scratch Saturday against the Thunder. With Luka Doncic (hamstring) sidelined, Ayton could see a short-term boost in usage.

Jackson will be available to debut Tuesday against Houston, Farbod Esnaashari of On SI reports.

Jackson was acquired from the Pacers at the trade deadline and will likely step into a rotation role right away. Brook Lopez is expected to start at center, but Jackson could be penciled in as his backup.