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Aldama (knee) is out for Wednesday's game against the Spurs, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Aldama was initially listed as questionable and participated in Wednesday's morning shootaround, though he was later downgraded to doubtful before being ruled out. His next opportunity to make his season debut will come Friday against the Jazz.

Ayton won't start Wednesday's game against the Hawks.

With Alex Sarr (knee) back in the lineup, Ayton will retreat to the second unit. The veteran center has averaged 5.7 points and 4.3 rebounds in 14.3 minutes per game across six outings off the bench this season.

White (calf) is available for Wednesday's game in Brooklyn.

White was initially listed as probable due to left calf injury management, but he'll be available for the matchup. The veteran guard should handle his usual offensive responsibilities in Charlotte's backcourt, barring any restrictions related to his calf.

Williams (back) is listed as out for Wednesday's game versus Cleveland, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Williams started in Monday's 117-112 victory over the Cavaliers. However, he won't be out there for the rematch Wednesday, marking his first absence of the 2026-27 campaign. With Jalen Williams (leg) and Chet Holmgren (knee) also sidelined, Micah Peavy, Kenrich Williams and Aday Mara should see more minutes than usual.

Pritchard (shoulder) is available for Wednesday's game against the Bucks, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Pritchard will shed his questionable tag due to a right shoulder contusion and keep his record of perfect attendance this season alive. The 28-year-old guard has been inconsistent on the offensive end through seven regular-season games, averaging 13.4 points, 3.4 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 0.9 steals in 27.9 minutes per contest. He could see increased burn Wednesday in the absence of Jayson Tatum (rest).

Murphy (knees) is listed as out for Wednesday's game against Utah.

Murphy was listed as probable initially. However, after being downgraded to questionable, he will now be sidelined for the first time in 2026-27. With Murphy ruled out, Saddiq Bey and Herbert Jones should see more minutes off the bench.

Coulibaly (illness) is available for Wednesday's game against the Hawks.

Coulibaly is under the weather Wednesday but is giving it a go for the Wizards. Now that AJ Dybantsa's minutes restriction is lifted, Coulibaly could see less playing time going forward.

Johnson (ankle) is listed as out for Wednesday's game in Washington.

Johnson sustained a sprained left ankle in Saturday's 121-99 loss to the Pelicans and wasn't available for Monday's meeting with Indiana. Now that the 24-year-old is ruled out for a second consecutive game, his next opportunity to get back on the floor will come Friday for the rematch with the Wizards. Without Johnson, Luguentz Dort is expected to stay in the starting lineup.

Sarr (knee) is available for Wednesday's game against the Hawks.

Sarr is returning Wednesday from a one-game absence with a knee injury and should have no restrictions. His presence will send Deandre Ayton back to the bench in all likelihood.

Shamet will start in Wednesday's game against the Bulls, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.

With Josh Hart (knee) ruled out, Shamet will move into the starting lineup. The 2018 No. 26 overall pick started 12 regular-season games in 2025-26, averaging 8.7 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.8 assists over 26.6 minutes per contest in those appearances.