NBA Player News

Edwards (knee) is available for Monday's game against Cleveland.

The Timberwolves were considering a maintenance day for the superstar guard, but Edwards is suiting up for the second end of this back-to-back set. He should be able to handle a normal workload Monday, barring any setbacks.

Dybantsa, who has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Hornets, is progressing well from a left ankle sprain and will take part in on-court activities Tuesday, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

Dybantsa hasn't been cleared to make his NBA debut after picking up a left ankle sprain in the team's preseason finale. However, he's trending in the right direction according to coach Brian Keefe, hinting that a return either Wednesday against Cleveland or Friday against Charlotte could be on the table. Washington should have another update on the rookie's status after he goes through practice Tuesday.

Williams (groin) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Celtics.

Williams is in line for a second straight absence due to right groin/adductor soreness. He's yet to appear in a game this season for Chicago even when healthy.

Essengue (head) is available for Monday's game against Boston.

Essengue was held out of Saturday's clash against Washington after being diagnosed with a head contusion, but the issue won't force him to miss any additional action. He's totaled five points, four rebounds, one assist, three steals and one blocks in 27 total minutes through his first two appearances of the 2026-27 campaign.

Joe (hip) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Knicks.

Joe remains day-to-day after failing to return to Sunday's game against the 76ers. If he is unavailable for the front end of this back-to-back set, the team could rely more on Ronald Holland, Kevin Huerter and Javonte Green.

Thompson (ankle) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against New York.

Thompson is in danger of missing a second straight game due to the right ankle sprain he sustained in Friday's win over Miami. If the 23-year-old swingman is ruled out, Daniss Jenkins, Javonte Green and Kevin Huerter would likely see additional minutes, especially if Isaiah Joe (hip) is also downgraded from questionable to out.

Alvarado (ankle) is out for Tuesday's game against the Pistons.

Alvarado will miss a second consecutive game with a sprained ankle. Tyler Kolek entered the New York rotation in Sunday's loss to the Magic and should continue to play a bench role while Alvarado is sidelined.

The Kings exercised their third-year team option on Clifford's contract Monday, Sean Cunningham of Fox 40 Sacramento reports.

Clifford is officially under contract for the 2027-28 campaign. The 24-year-old has totaled just 19 minutes over two regular-season appearances so far this season, averaging 3.0 points while shooting 42.9 percent from the field. He also didn't see the floor in Sunday's loss to Memphis.

Okorie registered two points (2-2 FT) across two minutes during Sunday's 106-93 victory over Philadelphia.

Okorie made his NBA regular-season debut Sunday, scoring his first points at the charity stripe. The rookie first-rounder is unlikely to see meaningful playing time early on unless Cade Cunningham or Daniss Jenkins misses time.

Hendricks amassed zero points (0-2 FG, 0-2 3Pt) and one rebound in seven minutes during Sunday's 123-112 win over the Kings.

Hendricks entered the Memphis rotation for the first time this season after going unused off the bench for the team's first two games. However, he appears to be well behind Isaiah Stewart (ankle), who is listed as questionable for Monday's game at Utah, Jerami Grant and Quinten Post in the frontcourt pecking order.