NBA Player News

Lopez logged three points (1-6 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds and one assist across 19 minutes in Tuesday's 98-79 loss to the Warriors.

Despite playing a season-high 19 minutes, Lopez turned in his worst performance of the season. The big man has chipped in fewer than seven points in three consecutive games, during which he has shot just 31.3 percent from the field. The veteran center should continue serving as Ivica Zubac's primary backup and will look to bounce back in Friday's game against the Pelicans.

Sarr supplied 31 points (13-23 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds, five assists, two steals and two blocks across 34 minutes in Tuesday's 139-134 overtime loss to the 76ers.

Sarr led the Wizards in both points and rebounds en route to his second double-double in four regular-season games. The second-year big man's 31 points also marked his second career outing scoring at least 30. Additionally, he led Washington in blocks, racking up multiple swats for the third consecutive contest. He's averaging 19.5 points, 8.8 rebounds, 4.5 assists and 2.0 blocks in 27.8 minutes per contest.

Kalkbrenner posted 10 points (5-5 FT), six rebounds, three steals and one block in 31 minutes during Tuesday's 144-117 loss to the Heat.

Kalkbrenner went a perfect 5-for-5 from the field on the way to his third double-digit scoring performance of his young NBA career. It was a promising sign to see the rookie bounce back after he was held to four points Sunday against Washington. Kalkbrenner was also productive on the defensive end by racking up a season-high three steals, clearly playing at a level above Moussa Diabate, who has been hot on his heels for the starting center spot.

Adebayo finished with 26 points (10-16 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six rebounds and two assists in 30 minutes during Tuesday's 144-117 win over the Hornets.

Adebayo enjoyed an efficient shooting night and led the first unit in scoring. However, he wasn't nearly as effective on the boards after securing 13 rebounds in his last matchup Sunday against the Knicks. Adebayo should continue to be one of his team's top scoring options without the help of Tyler Herro (ankle), and Norman Powell's absence Tuesday due to a groin injury also opened up the floor for more opportunities.

Hukporti will come off the bench during Tuesday's game against the Bucks.

Hukporti will be in the second unit with Karl-Anthony Towns (quadriceps) sliding over to the center position and Landry Shamet starting in place of Miles McBride (personal). Hukporti started the two games he's played, averaging 1.0 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.5 assists across 14.0 minutes per contest.

Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Jazz.

Williams is still recovering from arthroscopic surgery on his left knee that he underwent in March and has yet to make his season debut. The big man remains on assignment with the G League's Rip City Remix to get practice reps in. His next chance to suit up for the parent club will come Friday against the Nuggets.

Nurkic (hip) is questionable to play in Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers, Ben Anderson of KSL News Salt Lake City reports.

Nurkic is coming off a solid performance in Monday's game against the Suns. He ripped down 13 rebounds while adding seven points, two assists and two steals. If he can't play, the team will likely lean on Kevin Love and Taylor Hendricks behind Walker Kessler at center.

Towns (quadriceps) is available for Tuesday's game against the Bucks, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.

Towns has been a regular on the injury report due to a right quadriceps strain, though he has yet to miss a game this season. Over three regular-season appearances, the star big man has averaged 20.0 points, 14.0 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.0 blocks across 33.3 minutes per contest.

Hayes (knee) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves.

Hayes has missed the last three games due to a knee issue. He appears to be trending in the right direction to return. If he's unable to play for a fourth straight game, the team will likely continue to look to Jarred Vanderbilt for help in the frontcourt.

Lively (knee) is listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Pacers,

Lively is expected to miss his second consecutive contest due to a sprained right knee. If the big man is ultimately ruled out, his next opportunity to play will come Saturday against the Pistons.