

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (ankle) is questionable against the Kings on Wednesday evening. The multi-time MVP hasn't missed a game since January 15. But left ankle inflammation could keep him off the floor versus Sacramento. If Jokic isn't available, Jamal Murray, Michael Porter Jr., Christian Braun, and Russell Westbrook will need to do most of the heavy lifting offensively. DeAndre Jordan, averaging 6.0 points, 8.5 boards, 1.5 blocks, and 1.5 steals in two starts this season, may handle things in the middle, at least to begin the game, if Jokic doesn't suit up. Zeke Nnaji (ankle) could also be in line for more work if he's cleared to play.


Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (toe) has been given a questionable designation ahead of Wednesday's game against the Denver Nuggets. The 27-year-old injured his toe during Monday's matchup against the Dallas Mavericks. After a visit to the locker room, Monk managed to return and complete the game, but he might miss additional time on Wednesday. Markelle Fultz could start in place of Monk, while Keon Ellis may also see increased playing time if Monk is unable to play on Wednesday. Neither player provides exceptional fantasy production, although Ellis is valuable for his defensive numbers. He has averaged 1.4 blocks and 1.6 steals since the All-Star break.


Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (personal) will miss a second consecutive game on Wednesday against the Los Angeles Clippers. He is out of the lineup due to personal reasons. Malik Beasley looks set to earn another start with Harris unavailable. He has been among the league's best three-point shooters in 2024-25, nailing 42.4 percent of his attempts from behind the arc. Beasley averages 16.6 points per game and has pushed his production to 20.1 in the games he has started.


Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton (ankle) will not play in Wednesday's matchup against the Washington Wizards. Since the beginning of February, Sexton has appeared in only a handful of games as he manages a left ankle injury. The Jazz are once again carrying a lengthy injury list ahead of Wednesday's game, providing the team's depth pieces more playing opportunities. Johnny Juzang, Svi Mykhailiuk, and Jaden Springer (back) could all see more action due to Sexton's absence, although the latter is considered questionable for the game.


Miami Heat point guard Davion Mitchell (quadriceps) is dealing with a left quad contusion, which caused the team to list him as questionable for Wednesday's matchup with the Cleveland Cavaliers. If Mitchell doesn't suit up against Cleveland, his next chance to play will come Friday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Mitchell has played 53 games this season, averaging 7.0 points, 1.9 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game. Mitchell could be in line for more minutes if he's cleared, with Andrew Wiggins and Jaime Jaquez Jr. ruled out. If Mitchell is not cleared, Alec Burks and Terry Rozier will likely benefit from his absence.
