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The Grizzlies announced Sunday that Edey is without a timetable for a return and will undergo surgery to address lingering discomfort and talar bone stress in his left ankle.

Edey underwent surgery on the same ankle last June and hasn't played since Dec. 7 due to the ongoing injury. Memphis is expected to provide a clearer timeline for the big man's return to action following his surgery, though it wouldn't be shocking to see the 22-36 Grizzlies shut him down for the remainder of the season. On a more positive note, the 2024 first-rounder is expected to make a full recovery.

The Grizzlies announced Sunday that Clarke (calf) will be re-evaluated in two weeks.

Clarke has been sidelined since Dec. 20 with a Grade 2 right calf strain, an injury he sustained in just his second game back from offseason knee surgery. While the veteran forward was initially given a 4-to-6-week recovery timeline in mid-January, his return has been delayed as he works through the reconditioning process. This latest update suggests Clarke is unlikely to return before mid-March, potentially leaving him with only a handful of regular-season games to ramp up his workload. With Clarke still out and Zach Edey (ankle) sidelined indefinitely, the Grizzlies will continue to rely on Santi Aldama (knee), Olivier-Maxence Prosper, Taylor Hendricks and GG Jackson to handle the bulk of the frontcourt minutes.

Williamson (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Clippers.

Williamson left in the second quarter of Saturday's win over the Jazz due to a right ankle injury, but he may not need to miss time despite the Pelicans playing the second leg of a back-to-back set Sunday. Rookie first-rounder Derik Queen figures to be the top candidate to enter the Pelicans' starting lineup if Williamson is unable to play.

Murphy (shoulder) is available for Sunday's game against the Clippers.

Murphy will suit up in the second leg of this back-to-back set, returning from a five-game absence due to a right shoulder contusion. Over five February appearances, the 25-year-old swingman averaged 27.4 points, 5.6 assists, 3.8 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 34.0 minutes per contest. His return will leave fewer minutes available for the likes of Bryce McGowens, Jordan Poole and Jeremiah Fears.

Murray (reconditioning) is listed as available for Sunday's game against the Clippers.

As expected, Murray will return to the lineup Sunday after sitting out Saturday's win over the Jazz for injury management. The 29-year-old point guard is being eased back into action after a year-long absence due to a torn Achilles and is not yet cleared for both ends of back-to-back sets. Murray has looked sharp in his first two appearances this season, most recently tallying 17 points, nine assists, and four steals across 26 minutes in Thursday's win over Utah.

Jerome (thigh) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pacers, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Jerome will miss his second consecutive contest due to a left thigh contusion sustained during his 22-point performance against the Warriors last Wednesday. In his absence, Memphis will likely continue to rely on Scotty Pippen, Walter Clayton, and Javon Small to handle the bulk of the backcourt minutes.

Coward (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pacers, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Coward will be sidelined for a seventh straight game due to a right knee posterior capsule sprain, but he appears to be closing in on a return. Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reported Wednesday that the rookie first-round pick has been increasing his on-court practice activity in recent days, which was supported by the Grizzlies' decision to list him as doubtful heading into Sunday's contest. If Coward is able to fit in another practice Monday, he could have a shot at playing Tuesday in Minnesota.

Aldama (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pacers, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Aldama is still managing a right knee injury and will miss a 10th consecutive contest Sunday, but the Grizzlies' decision to upgrade him to doubtful leading up to the matchup with the Pacers would seem to imply that he's progressing. Until Aldama is deemed ready to play, the Grizzlies will continue to lean on Olivier-Maxence Prosper, Taylor Hendricks and GG Jackson as their primary options in the frontcourt.

Bridges posted 25 points (10-17 FG, 5-9 3Pt), five rebounds, two assists and five steals over 33 minutes during the Knicks' 114-89 win over the Spurs on Sunday.

Bridges helped the Knicks maintain their double-digit lead by scoring 14 of his game-high 25 points in the third quarter and connecting on four of his five triples in the frame. It was his first 20-plus-point game since Feb. 11, and he also showed off his defensive chops with five steals, which were his most in a game since Nov. 14 against the Heat (seven). Bridges has averaged 15.2 points, 3.4 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.6 threes and 1.4 steals over 31.7 minutes per game since Feb. 1.

Toppin (foot) is available for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.

Toppin spent four months on the shelf while recovering from right foot surgery but was cleared to play in Thursday's loss to the Hornets, when he logged eight minutes and finished with three points, two rebounds, one assist and one steal. The sixth-year pro is available to play Sunday, though he should continue to operate under a minutes restriction while working on his conditioning.