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Knueppel (hamstring) is listed as out for Monday's game versus the Pistons.

Knueppel is still dealing with a left hamstring injury. While he is moving in the right direction, he will remain out for Monday's meeting with Detroit. For now, Knueppel should be considered week-to-week. Coby White (calf) is off the injury report, so his return will help lessen the blow, even if he plays limited minutes.

Watson (hamstring) is questionable to play in Monday's game against Oklahoma City.

Watson is battling soreness in his right hamstring, an ailment that has put his status for Monday's contest in jeopardy. With Jaylon Tyson (ankle) already ruled out, the Cavs could be thin on the wings, while Sam Merrill, Mario Hezonja and Meleek Thomas would all stand to see increased playing time if Watson is forced to miss his first outing of the season.

Vukcevic (hip) is listed as out for Monday's game against Orlando.

The Wizards announced on Oct. 1 that Vukcevic would be sidelined for at least a month. However, there haven't been any definitive updates regarding when he will be able to get back on the floor. In the meantime, Deandre Ayton should see more minutes off the bench.

Tyson (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Oklahoma City.

A right ankle sprain will keep Tyson sidelined for a second consecutive contest. His next chance to suit up will come Wednesday against the Thunder. Mario Hezonja, Meleek Thomas and Sam Merrill will continue to earn more minutes in Tyson's absence.

Sarr (knee) is questionable to play in Monday's game against the Magic.

Sarr seems to have picked up the knee issue after logging a season-high 29 minutes during Friday's 95-79 win over Charlotte. If he's unable to suit up in Orlando, Deandre Ayton would likely earn his first start of the season.

Smith (finger) is listed as probable for Monday's game against Philadelphia.

Smith is battling a finger injury but is expected to suit up versus the 76ers. With Nicolas Claxton (hamstring) listed as doubtful, Smith will presumably remain in the starting lineup.

Gill (back) is questionable to suit up in Monday's contest against Orlando.

Gill is dealing with back spasms that will leave his status questionable versus the Magic. He's played a total of just one minute in 2026-27, so even if he's sidelined Monday, it won't have any impact on the rotation.

The Hornets exercised the third-year team option on Liam McNeeley on Sunday.

McNeeley was the 29th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. Since then, the 21-year-old has appeared in 34 regular-season games, averaging 4.0 points, 2.4 rebounds and 0.7 assists in 11.4 minutes. He has not been a factor early in the 2026-27 campaign, playing just 6.3 mpg across his three outings so far.

Tatum (head) returned to Sunday's game against Orlando, Gary Washburn of The Boston Globe reports.

Tatum bumped heads with Jamal Cain in the first quarter and went to the locker room to address bleeding from his head. He's back on the floor, though his condition is certainly worth monitoring the rest of the way.

Awaka (ankle) is probable for Monday's game against Philadelphia.

Awaka played 12 minutes during Friday's 125-111 loss to the Celtics after missing one game with the ankle issue. The rookie big man will continue to provide depth off the bench for the Bulls behind Jalen Smith.