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Davis (calf) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Heat, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.

As expected, Davis will miss his 14th consecutive contest due to a left calf strain. On a more positive note, head coach Jason Kidd said he anticipates the 32-year-old will practice this week, according to Eddie Sefko of the Mavericks' official site. The star big man's next opportunity to play will come Friday against the Lakers. With Davis and Dereck Lively (foot) both sidelined, Naji Marshall, Daniel Gafford and Moussa Cisse are candidates for increased minutes.

Bagley (hip) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Hawks.

Bagley has missed the Wizards' past two games due to a right hip contusion and is questionable to return Tuesday. The 2018 first-round pick has held a steady bench role in the frontcourt, averaging 7.6 points and 4.4 rebounds in 15.8 minutes across 14 appearances (one start) this season. If he remains out, Tristan Vukcevic would be positioned for increased minutes at center.

Embiid (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Magic, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.

The superstar big man has a chance to return from a seven-game absence due to knee injury management. Embiid was a full participant in Monday's practice, per Aaronson, which bodes well for his chances of suiting up. Although Embiid will likely have a minutes restriction if he plays, his presence would almost certainly push Andre Drummond back to the bench.

Porzingis (rest) is not listed on the injury report for Tuesday's game against the Wizards, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

The stage is set for the star big man to rejoin the fray after missing Sunday's game against the Hornets for rest purposes. Onyeka Okongwu is likely to head back to the bench Tuesday. Porzingis has averaged 18.4 points, 5.7 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.7 blocks per tilt in 11 games this season.

Robinson (illness) is out for Monday's game against the Nets.

Robinson was a late addition to the injury report Monday, and he can be labeled as day-to-day with an illness ahead of Wednesday's contest in Charlotte. The Knicks tend to shift Karl-Anthony Towns to center during Robinson's absences, perhaps opening the door for Josh Hart to join the starting lineup Monday.

Bitadze (ankle) is not listed on the injury report for Tuesday's game against the 76ers.

Bitadze was a late scratch for Sunday's game against the Celtics due to left ankle soreness, but he's all set to get back in action Tuesday. The 2019 first-rounder has averaged 6.2 points, 5.1 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.2 blocks in 16.8 minutes per tilt across 17 games this season.

Wagner (knee) is out for Tuesday's game against the 76ers.

The Magic continue to rule out Wagner well ahead of each game as he recovers from knee surgery. Until Orlando upgrades his status, the veteran big man can be considered out indefinitely. Goga Bitadze should remain locked in as the backup center.

Williams won't play Monday against the Rockets due to right knee injury management.

Williams will miss his third game of the season, with all of his absences coming on the second legs of back-to-back sets. During Sunday's 111-102 win over the Spurs, Williams posted 14 points (6-8 FG, 2-3 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 29 minutes. Nick Richards and Oso Ighodaro are likely to cover most of the minutes at center Monday while Williams rests.

Carter (ankle) is off the injury report for Tuesday's game against the 76ers.

Carter sat out Sunday's game against the Celtics with an ankle sprain, but the injury has proven to be of minimal concern. He's averaged 12.3 points, 7.4 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 29.9 minutes per tilt across 17 games this season. Orlando Robinson is likely to return to the bench Tuesday.

Looney (heel) is available for Monday's game against the Bulls.

Looney is shedding a questionable designation with a heel contusion to suit up Monday. The veteran big man has averaged 2.4 points, 4.0 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 13.1 minutes per contest across nine games this season.