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Mathurin closed Sunday's 127-113 victory over Milwaukee with 28 points (7-10 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 13-14 FT), six rebounds and one assist across 27 minutes.

Despite coming off the bench, Mathurin led the team in scoring Sunday and got to the free-throw line with ease. The swingman is thriving as the Clippers' sixth man, averaging 23.0 points, 5.3 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 0.8 steals in 30.3 minutes per game across his last eight appearances.

Fears won't start in Sunday's game against Houston, according to Lachard Binkley of SI.com.

Dejounte Murray (hand) didn't suit up for Friday's 119-106 loss to Toronto. As a result, Fears entered the starting lineup, finishing with 10 points, four rebounds, three assists and one block across 27 minutes. However, with Murray cleared to return from his one-game absence, Fears will head back to the bench.

Murray (hand) is available for Sunday's game against Houston.

Murray was initially listed as questionable for this contest due to a left hand contusion. However, the hand injury won't keep him off the court versus Houston. Murray's availability could result in less production from Jeremiah Fears, who was in line to get the start once again if needed.

Wells (toe) won't play in Monday's game against Phoenix.

Wells will miss his fourth consecutive contest. At this point, it's hard to determine if he will be available before the end of the campaign. With the Grizzlies rolling out a lengthy injury report heading into Monday's game, Cedric Coward and GG Jackson are currently the favorites to take on a large portion of the load on the offensive end.

McBride (pelvis) is available for Sunday's game against the Thunder, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

McBride underwent sports hernia surgery Feb. 6 and hasn't played since Jan. 27, so he'll likely operate under a strict minutes restriction during his return. Over 21 appearances off the bench this season, the 25-year-old guard has averaged 11.0 points, 2.6 assists and 2.5 rebounds in 23.6 minutes per tilt.

Murphy (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the Rockets.

Murphy will miss a third straight game due to a right ankle sprain. Jeremiah Fears and Jordan Hawkins will likely maintain expanded roles with Murphy sidelined. His next chance to suit up comes Thursday against the Trail Blazers.

Small (back) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Suns.

After suiting up in three straight games, Small is expected to miss Monday's contest due to lower-back soreness. The Grizzlies will be extremely shorthanded in the backcourt, opening up playing time for the likes of Walter Clayton (ankle), Cam Spencer and Adama Bal.

Jerome (ankle) remains out for Monday's game against Phoenix,.

Jerome will miss another contest because of a sprained left ankle. However, with only eight games remaining on the schedule before the Grizzlies call it a year, it's unknown if Jerome will be back this season. With a loaded injury report for Memphis once again, Cam Spencer and Cedric Coward will likely handle most of the work in the backcourt versus the Suns. Walter Clayton (ankle) could also factor into the equation, although he's currently listed as questionable.

Jarreau (elbow) is questionable for Monday's game against the Suns.

Jarreau left Saturday's game against the Bulls early due to a right elbow injury that now has his status for Monday in question. If he is unable to go, Cam Spencer and Adama Bal are likely to see expanded minutes, especially if Walter Clayton (ankle, questionable) is also ruled out.

Gibson (foot) is doubtful for Monday's game versus the Suns.

It's looking like Gibson will miss his second straight game Monday, and his minimal minutes will likely go to Taylor Hendricks. Check back closer to Monday's tipoff for official confirmation on Gibson's status.