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Jones is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Minnesota due to a right shoulder strain.

Jones managed to shed his questionable tag ahead of Friday's overtime loss to the Thunder, committing a foul in two minutes of action. He's now is danger of missing the front end of this back-to-back set due to the shoulder injury, and if he's ultimately ruled out, Tim Hardaway and Bruce Brown would be candidates to see a slight uptick in playing time. Jones has averaged 4.0 points and 4.2 rebounds across 17.4 minutes per game over his last five appearances.

Gordon (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Timberwolves.

Gordon will miss a 15th consecutive contest as he continues to recover from a right hamstring strain. While Friday was initially targeted as the earliest possible return date for the veteran forward, the team has yet to provide an updated timeline after announcing Jan. 29 that he would be re-evaluated in 4-to-6 weeks.

Johnson (ankle) is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Timberwolves.

Johnson is dealing with right ankle inflammation but is still likely to suit up in the front end of this back-to-back set. The 29-year-old forward has appeared in eight straight games, averaging 11.1 points, 4.5 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 32.5 minutes per contest during that span.

Carlson has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Mavericks due to a lower-back strain.

Carlson will miss a second consecutive contest after exiting Wednesday's loss to the Pistons due to lower-back soreness. The second-year center has struggled with back issues of late, as he also missed the final game before the All-Star break due to back spasms. His absence shouldn't cause any waves in the rotation.

Mitchell (abdomen/ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Dallas.

Mitchell hasn't played since Jan. 21 due to an abdominal strain and a left ankle sprain. He's without a clear timeline for a return and should be considered doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Bulls until the Thunder provide an update.

Plumlee (reconditioning) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Knicks.

Plumlee signed a rest-of-season contract with San Antonio on Friday, but he will remain on the sidelines Sunday as he continues to work back into game shape following late-December surgery on his right groin. The veteran center has yet to make an appearance for the Spurs since originally joining the club on a 10-day contract Feb. 17. Even once Plumlee is cleared to suit up, he is expected to serve as an emergency depth option in a center group that already features Victor Wembanyama, Luke Kornet and Kelly Olynyk.

Martin (back) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Thunder.

Martin is still dealing with lower-back soreness and could miss a second straight game. If the veteran forward joins Cooper Flagg (foot) on the sidelines, Khris Middleton, Klay Thompson and Naji Marshall (finger) would be candidates for increased minutes, especially if P.J. Washington (ankle) is downgraded from doubtful to out.

Washington (ankle) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Thunder.

Washington has already missed two consecutive games due to a left ankle sprain he suffered in Tuesday's win over the Nets, and he appears likely to remain sidelined for the final outing of the Mavericks' three-game homestand. With Washington expected to join Cooper Flagg (foot) on the sidelines, the Mavericks will likely continue to lean heavily on Naji Marshall (finger) and Khris Middleton in the frontcourt.

Bagley (neck) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Thunder.

Bagley will miss a second consecutive contest due to a neck sprain, and his next opportunity to suit up will come Tuesday against the Hornets. With the big man sidelined, Dwight Powell will likely operate as Daniel Gafford's primary backup.

Marshall (finger) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Thunder.

Marshall appears to have picked up a right finger contusion in Friday's loss to the Grizzlies, during which he posted four points, two rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block in 24 minutes. The Mavericks are already shorthanded with Cooper Flagg (foot) and P.J. Washington (ankle) dealing with injuries, so Marshall's availability will be key for the Dallas frontcourt.