NBA Player News

Hayes (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Kings, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

Hayes hasn't played since Nov. 26 due to a right ankle sprain. He has progressed to 5-on-5 scrimmages with contact, and while he won't play Saturday, he is on track to return against the Cavaliers on New Year's Eve.

Kleber is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Trail Blazers, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports.

The Mavericks will be without Dereck Lively (hip), P.J. Washington (suspension) and Naji Marshall (suspension), so the lack of depth in the frontcourt will translate to Kleber getting the start. Kleber will be making his first start since Nov. 16.

Sabonis (illness) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Lakers, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Sabonis was sidelined during Thursday's loss against the Pistons due to an illness. He was able to participate in Saturday's shootaround and has been cleared to play. Sabonis has averaged 22.0 points, 14.4 rebounds, 5.5 assists and 1.0 steals over 35.5 minutes per game over his last 15 outings.

Drummond (toe) is out for Saturday's game against the Jazz.

Drummond was tabbed as a game-time call, but the veteran big man will be sidelined due to a toe injury. Joel Embiid (foot) will start, meaning Guerschon Yabusele and Adem Bona are expected to operate as Embiid's backups at center. Drummond's next chance to play will come against the Trail Blazers on Monday.

Embiid (foot/face) is available for Saturday's game against the Jazz, Kyle Neubeck of AllPHLY.com reports.

Embiid will play Saturday after being listed as questionable due to a left foot sprain and sinus fracture. Over his last five games, Embiid has averaged 22.6 points, 6.6 rebounds and 4.2 assists over 25.2 minutes per game.

Williams (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Mavericks, Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan Portland reports.

Williams will miss a third straight game due to a right ankle sprain, and his next opportunity to play will be against the 76ers on Monday. Donovan Clingan will continue to see more playing time off the bench due to Williams' injury.

Plumlee is in the Suns' starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Warriors.

Plumlee will make his eighth start of the regular season Saturday as Jusuf Nurkic begins serving his three-game suspension. Plumlee is averaging 6.3 points, 9.4 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.3 blocks over 24.4 minutes per game as a starter this season.

Collins (hip) is out for Saturday's game against the 76ers, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Collins was initially listed as questionable for this matchup, but the veteran forward won't suit up, meaning he'll miss a third straight game with a left hip contusion. His next chance to play will come Monday against the Nuggets. Micah Potter and Isaiah Collier are options to start in place of Collins.

Clarke is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Thunder with right knee soreness.

Clarke likely picked up the knee injury during the Grizzlies' 132-124 win over the Pelicans on Friday. Jay Huff would serve as the Grizzlies' backup center behind rookie Zach Edey if Clarke is unable to play Sunday.

Williams (thumb) is available for Saturday's game against Oklahoma City, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Williams was tabbed questionable due to a sore left thumb but will play through the injury. With LaMelo Ball (ankle/wrist), Brandon Miller (ankle) and Cody Martin (knee) sidelined, Williams could see an uptick in usage. Williams played a season-high 26 minutes in Charlotte's most recent game and totaled 16 points, eight rebounds and five assists.