NBA Player News

Drummond will start Saturday versus the Pistons, Tony Jones of The Athletic reports.

Drummond is getting the spot start with Joel Embiid (oblique) unavailable, and he'll be joined in the first unit by Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe, Kelly Oubre and Paul George. As a starter this season, Drummond owns averages of 8.5 points, 10.6 rebounds and 1.4 assists per game.

Bagley (shoulder) is probable for Sunday's game versus the Lakers.

Bagley is on track to return from a three-game absence Sunday, which could mean fewer minutes for Dwight Powell. Bagley is averaging 10.6 points, 7.1 rebounds and 1.4 assists across 18 games with the Mavericks this season.

Duren (illness) is available for Saturday's meeting with the 76ers.

Duren will power through the illness and make himself available for Saturday's match. In two games against the 76ers this season, Duren has averaged 17.5 points, 13.0 rebounds, 1.0 steals and 1.5 swats per contest.

Allen (knee) is listed as out for Sunday's game against Indiana.

Allen will take the night off Sunday before likely returning Monday in Memphis. With Evan Mobley (calf) out as well, Thomas Bryant will presumably find himself in the starting lineup, with Larry Nance in line for more work behind him from off the bench.

Duren (illness) is expected to play Saturday against the 76ers, head coach J.B. Bickerstaff told Austin Krell of OnPattison.com.

Duren has started and played at least 35 minutes in his last two appearances, against the Raptors and Timberwolves, tallying a combined 53 points, 23 rebounds, seven assists and three blocks in back-to-back wins. Even though Duren is carrying a questionable tag and no official decision has been made, Bickerstaff's words suggest the big man should suit up and handle his regular workload. Duren is averaging 22.2 points and 10.4 boards per game since the beginning of March.

Claxton (hand) is out for Sunday's meeting with the Wizards.

Claxton's absence will open up minutes for Josh Minott and E.J. Liddell. Claxton should be considered questionable for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.

Olbrich (foot) is probable for Sunday's game versus the Suns.

It appears Olbrich will continue to fight through the foot issue and make himself available for Sunday's game. The Australian big man is averaging 2.0 points and 2.2 rebounds per game this season.

Richards (elbow) is questionable for Sunday's game against Phoenix.

Richards has missed the Bulls' last five contests because of a sprained right elbow. Although he's carried questionable tags leading up to those games, he hasn't been able to suit up. If Richards remains on the shelf Sunday, Guerschon Yabusele will presumably remain in the starting lineup, with Lachlan Olbrich (foot), who is probable, in line to see minutes from off the bench.

Vucevic (finger) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against Toronto.

Vucevic underwent surgery to stabilize a fracture in his right ring finger in early March, keeping him off the floor for nearly a month. Although he's not a lock to suit up Sunday, the questionable tag suggests he might be back soon. If Vucevic is cleared to play, he'll likely see limited action from off the bench. If that's the case, Luka Garza may still see action behind Neemias Queta.

Horford (calf) is "making good progress" toward a return and will be re-evaluated "early next week."

Horford has missed the Warriors' last 11 games while tending to a strained right soleus. Although the veteran's return date remains a mystery, he appears to be moving in a positive direction, participating in portions of Saturday's practice. The team indicated he will be re-evaluated "early next week," suggesting there is a chance he will return Tuesday versus Sacramento. With Quinten Post (foot) also sidelined, head coach Steve Kerr will presumably lean on Kristaps Porzingis and Draymond Green to handle most of the work in the middle.