NBA Player News

Gafford (illness) won't play Monday night against New Orleans.

As expected, an illness will keep Gafford from suiting up Monday evening. Marvin Bagley is one candidate to see more action in Gafford's absence, though Ryan Nembhard could also factor into the mix if the Mavs decide to deploy a smaller first unit, which they did during Gafford's absence Sunday in Cleveland.

Allen (knee) won't play Tuesday against the Bucks, Danny Cunningham of Sports Radio 92.3 The Fan Cleveland reports.

Allen will miss his sixth consecutive matchup while nursing a right knee injury. His next chance to run the floor will arrive Thursday in Chicago, though the team has failed to indicate that the big man is nearing a return.

Williams (knee) is out for Monday's game against the Nets, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Williams will sit out the second half of his team's back-to-back after logging 20 minutes Sunday in Philly. His next chance to take the floor will arrive Wednesday against the Pacers. Sidy Cissoko should benefit from Williams' absence Monday.

Reid (shoulder) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Suns.

Reid picked up a right shoulder injury during Sunday's loss to Oklahoma City, and he's now in danger of missing Tuesday's matchup. He did manage to play through the issue the rest of the way Sunday, which seemingly bodes well for his status against Phoenix.

Post (foot) won't play Monday against the Warriors.

Coach Steve Kerr mentioned in his pregame presser that Post was banged up after Sunday's game against the Knicks, per Nick Friedell of The Athletic, and the big man has since been downgraded to out. Look for Will Richard, Gary Payton and Malevy Leons to be candidates for an increase in playing time as a result.

Turner is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Cavaliers due to a right calf strain.

Turner has recently been dealing with right patella tendinitis, though it now seems he's picked up a calf injury. His status for Tuesday will presumably depend on how he fares during shootaround and warmups ahead of tipoff.

Zubac (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Knicks.

Zubac has played in each of the past three contests but is listed as questionable due to a left ankle sprain that previously sidelined him for 15 games. If he's unable to play, Jay Huff figures to slot into the starting center role and log heavier minutes in the post.

Carlson (back) is out for Tuesday's game against the Magic.

Carlson will miss a ninth consecutive game due to a back strain. The second-year big man looks to be out indefinitely, but his next chance to play comes Wednesday against the Nets in Brooklyn.

Post is questionable for Monday's game against the Wizards due to right foot injury management.

After he posted a career-high 22 points (9-16 FG, 4-10 3Pt) and three blocks over 35 minutes during Sunday's 110-107 loss to the Knicks, the Warriors are thinking about holding Post out for the second leg of this back-to-back set. Draymond Green (back), who's expected to play Monday, and Kristaps Porzingis would be in line to share the center minutes if Post joins Al Horford (calf) on the sidelines.

Porzingis (illness) is off the injury report for Monday's game against the Wizards.

Porzingis is ready to play during the second half of this back-to-back set while the Warriors continue to manage his workload. Over his first four appearances for Golden State, the star big man has averaged 14.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.8 blocks in 20.8 minutes per game.