

Philadelphia 76ers guard De'Anthony Melton (back) will sit out a fifth consecutive game on Monday against San Antonio. Philadelphia head coach Nick Nurse ruled Melton out last Monday for at least a week. He'll have his next chance to suit up on Thursday versus Indiana. Patrick Beverley (illness) has seen more time on the court without Melton and should be heavily involved again on Monday after sitting out one contest.


Philadelphia 76ers point guard Patrick Beverley (illness) is probable for Monday's matchup against the Spurs. Beverley couldn't play Saturday versus Charlotte because of an illness, but it looks likely he will be back on the court against San Antonio. The veteran has received some extra burn recently due to the absence of De'Anthony Melton (back). Beverley and the rest of the Sixers bench could have a busier night than usual on Monday, as the bookies have Philadelphia as a 13.5-point favorite for the contest.


Philadelphia 76ers center Mo Bamba (knee) is questionable for a clash with San Antonio on Monday. He's been out for four games with a knee problem and could be forced to sit again. If that's the case, Paul Reed will continue to work as Joel Embiid's lone backup. Philadelphia bigs have very little fantasy value, with Embiid healthy. Bamba has been limited to 4.3 points and 3.0 rebounds, while Reed has notched 5.6 points and 4.6 rebounds.


San Antonio Spurs forward/center Zach Collins (ankle) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against Philadelphia. He returned from a right ankle sprain on Friday and played both games of a back-to-back. However, San Antonio could elect to keep him out of Monday's action to limit his load. Dominick Barlow and Sandro Mamukelashvili will be left as Victor Wembanyama's backups without Collins. It will be a tough matchup for everybody involved against the dominant Joel Embiid.


Detroit Pistons forward/center Isaiah Stewart (ankle) is questionable for Monday's clash with Milwaukee. The 22-year-old has missed plenty of games this season. However, his most recent ailment, a sprained shoulder, kept him off the floor on Saturday versus the Bucks, the first of consecutive games between the clubs. As a result, Danilo Gallinari logged 16 minutes in his first appearance with his new club. But Ausar Thompson should benefit the most if Stewart doesn't play, with the rookie amassing 22 points, nine boards, and a steal in 32 minutes on Saturday.
