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Nurkic (neck) is probable for Monday's game against the Heat.

After posting a 12-point, 15-rebound double-double against the Cavaliers on Friday, Nurkic sat out the second half of Charlotte's back-to-back set against Brooklyn on Saturday. While the big man will be back in action Monday, Mark Williams (rest) will also be available, so Nurkic will likely handle a reserve role versus Miami.

Williams (foot) isn't listed on Charlotte's injury report for Monday's game against the Heat.

Williams missed both halves of Charlotte's recent back-to-back set but will return to action Monday. Over his last five appearances, Williams has averaged 17.2 points, 12.2 rebounds and 1.8 blocks in 29.0 minutes per game.

Hayes (knee) is questionable for Monday's game against Brooklyn, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Hayes is in jeopardy of missing his second consecutive contest due to a right knee contusion. If the big man joins LeBron James (groin) and Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) on the sideline, Trey Jemison and Jarred Vanderbilt are candidates for an uptick in playing time in the frontcourt.

Poeltl (rest) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Washington, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.

Poeltl will get the night off due to rest purposes, and his next chance to feature will come Wednesday against Philadelphia. Orlando Robinson and Colin Castleton are candidates for an uptick in playing time due to Poeltl and Jonathan Mogbo (nose) being sidelined.

Horford (toe) is questionable for Monday's game against the Jazz, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

The Celtics continue to manage the veteran big man's availability due to a left big toe sprain, and he is in jeopardy of missing his third outing since Feb. 25 on Monday. With Kristaps Porzingis (illness) not expected to suit up, Luke Kornet and Neemias Queta are candidates for an uptick in playing time if Horford is sidelined as well.

Porzingis (illness) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Jazz, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Porzingis will likely miss a sixth straight game due to an illness. His next chance to suit up will come Wednesday versus the Thunder, but he doesn't have a return timetable at the moment. Jayson Tatum (knee) and Al Horford (toe) are questionable, as coach Joe Mazzulla continues to give his regulars some rest ahead of the playoffs.

Drummond (illness) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Jazz.

Drummond didn't practice Saturday due to an illness but wasn't listed on the initial injury report for Sunday's game. If he's downgraded to out, Adem Bona and Alex Reese would be candidates for increased roles.

Vucevic (calf) is questionable for Monday's game against the Pacers.

Vucevic has missed seven straight games due to a right calf strain but may return to action Monday. If cleared, the big man may face some limitations given his extended absence. Jalen Smith and Zach Collins have been playing increased roles in Vucevic's absence.

Jokic (ankle) is available for Sunday's game against the Thunder.

As expected, Jokic and Aaron Gordon (ankle) have been upgraded from probable to available. Jokic is coming off a historic performance against the Suns on Friday, becoming the first player in NBA history to record at least 30 points, 20 rebounds and 20 assists in a game.

Poeltl chipped in 21 points (9-13 FG, 3-3 FT), five rebounds, five assists and two steals over 24 minutes during Saturday's 118-117 loss to Washington.

After begin rested on the front half of a back-to-back Friday, Poeltl returned and produced his best scoring effort since Jan. 27. The 29-year-old center has struggled to make his usual impact on the glass since returning from a hip issue in late February, and over his last five appearances Poeltl is averaging 14.8 points, 6.4 boards, 3.0 assists, and 1.4 steals while shooting 65.2 percent from the floor.