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Matkovic (calf) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets.

Matkovic will miss his first game since Oct. 24 due to a right calf strain, and his next opportunity to suit up will come Friday against Dallas. With the 24-year-old big man on the shelf, Derik Queen, Micah Peavy and Yves Missi are candidates for increased playing time, especially if Zion Williamson (hamstring) and/or Saddiq Bey (ankle) are downgraded from questionable to out.

Oubre (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Raptors.

Oubre will miss his second consecutive contest due to an LCL sprain in his left knee that he sustained during Friday's loss to Detroit. With the veteran forward and Paul George (knee) both sidelined, Justin Edwards and Jabari Walker are candidates for increased minutes. Oubre's next opportunity to play will come Thursday against the Bucks.

McDaniels (wrist) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Wizards.

McDaniels is at risk of missing his first game of the campaign. Naz Reid appears to be the most likely option to take on a larger role if McDaniels cannot give it a go Wednesday, while Jaylen Clark would be in line for a bump in minutes.

Smith (knee) is questionable for Wednesday's game against Cleveland.

Smith is managing a knee issue, putting him in danger of being sidelined for the second time this year. Josh Okogie would likely take on all the minutes he can handle in Houston's tight rotation if Smith is ruled out, while Jeff Green could see a few extra minutes off the bench.

Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Kings.

Williams underwent arthroscopic left knee surgery in late September and has yet to make his season debut. He can be considered week-to-week until the Thunder provide another update on his recovery.

Williams (wrist) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Kings.

Williams has yet to make his season debut while recovering from offseason surgery on his right wrist. The star forward can be considered doubtful for Friday's game against the Jazz until the Thunder provide another update on his status.

Carter (illness) is off the injury report for Wednesday's game versus the Thunder.

Carter appears to have overcome an illness and is set to be available off the Kings' bench Wednesday. The second-year guard has averaged 2.1 points, 1.5 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 0.8 steals in 8.1 minutes per contest over eight games this season.

Dante has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Pistons due to an MCL sprain in his left knee and doesn't have a timetable to return, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

It's unclear when Dante sustained the knee injury, though he will miss Tuesday's contest and likely at least a few weeks. However, his absence shouldn't cause any waves in Atlanta's rotation, as he has averaged just 3.8 minutes per game across four regular-season appearances thus far. He was recalled from the G League's College Park Skyhawks on Tuesday and will begin his rehab with the NBA club.

Suggs (groin) will play in Tuesday's game against the Warriors.

Suggs will return to the mix after sitting out Sunday's loss to the Rockets due to groin soreness. His presence should push Anthony Black to the bench Tuesday. Suggs has averaged 12.5 points, 4.4 assists, 3.9 rebounds and 1.6 steals in 22.1 minutes per contest across 10 games this season.

Risacher (hip) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Pistons, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Risacher will miss his first game since Oct. 25 due to a left hip contusion, and his next opportunity to play will come Thursday against the Spurs. With the second-year forward sidelined, Luke Kennard, Mouhamed Gueye and Asa Newell are candidates for increased playing time.