NBA Player News

Ellis will start Wednesday versus the Heat, Spencer Davies of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Ellis is getting a spot-start with Dean Wade (ankle) unavailable, and it'll be Donovan Mitchell, James Harden, Sam Merrill and Evan Mobley joining him in the first unit for Wednesday's game. As a starter this season, Ellis has averaged 7.7 points, 1.6 triples, 1.0 steals and 1.0 blocks per game.

Dosunmu (calf) is out for Wednesday's game against the Rockets.

Dosunmu was initially listed as questionable due to soreness in his right calf, and the issue will prevent him from suiting up. Dosunmu's absence could mean more opportunities for Bones Hyland, Terrence Shannon and Jaylen Clark. Mike Conley could jump into the rotation as well. Dosunmu's next chance to play will come Saturday against Detroit.

Larsson isn't part of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers.

Larsson had started in each of his last 29 appearances, but he'll come off the bench Wednesday as the Heat opt to start Norman Powell. In 13 appearances off the bench this season, Larsson is averaging 15.8 minutes.

Powell is in the Heat's staring lineup against the Cavaliers on Wednesday.

Powell has come off the bench in three of his last four outings, but the veteran wing will return to the starting five Wednesday while Pelle Larsson comes off the bench for the first time since Jan. 13 against the Suns. In his four appearances since returning from a seven-game absence due to a right groin strain, Powell has averaged 19.5 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.8 threes over 31.3 minutes per game.

Leons is questionable to play Wednesday versus the Nets due to an illness.

Leons is a late addition to Wednesday's injury report, which usually isn't a good sign. However, Leons was out of the rotation during Monday's loss to the Mavericks, so his playing status won't impact fantasy leagues.

Williams (shoulder) is available for Wednesday's game against the Wizards.

Williams has been upgraded from questionable to available. The 21-year-old is averaging 16.2 points, 4.6 rebounds and 4.6 assists across 35 minutes per game over his last nine appearances.

Wade won't play Wednesday versus the Heat due to a right ankle sprain, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Wade tweaked his ankle during his pregame routine, but the Cavs are calling it a precautionary absence, so there's a chance he could be available for Friday's rematch with Miami. Keon Ellis and Sam Merrill could see some extra minutes with Wade out Wednesday.

Harper will start in Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies, Tom Orsborn of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

Harper will fill in for the absent De'Aaron Fox (back), marking the rookie guard's second career start. Harper played 28 minutes and logged 24 points, four rebounds and three assists in his first start of the campaign.

Okoro (knee) is not included in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the 76ers.

The Bulls are instead choosing to keep Nick Richards in the opening group Wednesday. Okoro is set to make his first appearance as a reserve this season, though he should still see a fair amount of playing time in his return from a seven-game absence due to a knee injury.

Richards will start Wednesday versus the 76ers.

Josh Giddey, Tre Jones, Matas Buzelis and Jalen Smith will join Richards in the first unit for a second straight game. Through five starts this season, Richards has recorded averages of 9.0 points, 7.2 rebounds and 1.2 swats per contest on 47/43/55 shooting splits.