NBA Player News

Kuzma is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against Boston.

With Giannis Antetokounmpo returning to the lineup, Kuzma will shift to a reserve role after starting his previous 17 appearances. In 24 games off the bench this season, the 30-year-old is averaging 11.7 points, 3.6 rebounds and 1.9 assists in 23.7 minutes per contest.

Williamson (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Lakers.

Williamson is in danger of missing a second consecutive matchup while nursing a right ankle sprain. He'll presumably need to prove his health during shootaround and pregame warmups to gain clearance to play Tuesday evening.

Dieng is starting Monday's game against the Celtics.

Dieng will start Monday as the the Bucks have elected to shake up the first five with Giannis Antetokounmpo back on the floor. Dieng's last start dates back to Feb. 12 against the Thunder, when he finished with 11 points, six rebounds, one steal and four blocks in 36 minutes.

Vucevic is in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Bucks, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

With Neemias Queta resting, Vucevic will make his first start as a member of the Celtics. Through nine games with Boston, the big man is averaging 12.0 points and 8.6 rebounds while shooting 47.7 percent from the field and 40.0 percent from beyond the arc in 23.8 minutes per contest. Luka Garza and Amari Williams will provide center depth behind Vucevic for Monday's contest.

Gill (illness) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Rockets.

Gill will be inactive Monday while battling an illness, paving the way for Julian Reese to join the starting five for his team debut. Gill's next opportunity to play will come Tuesday against the Magic.

Reese is in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Rockets.

Reese inked a two-way contract with the Wizards on Saturday, and he's now gearing up for a start at center in what will be the first NBA action of his career. There should be plenty of minutes available for Reese, as Washington will be without Tristan Vukcevic (thigh), Anthony Gill (illness) and Alex Sarr (hamstring).

Carlson (back) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Bulls.

Carlson will miss a third consecutive game due to a lower-back strain that flared up and forced him to exit early against the Pistons on Feb. 25. The Utah product is averaging 10.7 minutes per contest across 35 appearances with the Thunder this season, so his absence shouldn't significantly impact the rotation. The center's next chance to play will come Wednesday against the Knicks.

Gilgeous-Alexander is out for Tuesday's game against the Bulls due to abdominal strain injury management, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Gilgeous-Alexander has looked sharp in his first two games back from an abdominal injury, totaling 30 or more points in each appearance. The Thunder have elected to give him the first half of the team's back-to-back off as a precaution, ensuring that he'll be ready to go for Wednesday's matchup against the Knicks. Expect Jared McCain, Cason Wallace and Isaiah Joe to be much more involved Tuesday with Gilgeous-Alexander unavailable.

Hartenstein (calf) won't play in Tuesday's game against the Bulls, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

MVP candidate Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (abdomen) is also getting Tuesday night off for injury management, as it appears the Thunder have their sights set toward being close to full strength for Wednesday's showdown versus the Knicks in New York instead. Jaylin Williams is an option for a spot start at center Tuesday, with Alex Caruso and Aaron Wiggins also in the mix to get more involved.

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

Mitchell will miss his 18th consecutive game while tending to both an abdominal strain and a left ankle sprain. His next chance to play will come Wednesday against New York, though given the lack of a clear timetable for his return, suiting up for that contest appears unlikely.