Walker Kessler (nasal fracture and concussion protocol) is out. Lauri Markkanen (left knee injury management) is out. KJ Martin (illness) is out. Cody Williams (illness) is out.

While the team has yet to rule Markkanen, Collins, and Kessler out for the season, their return looks unlikely. The scenario where suiting these veterans up in the season finale could make sense ...

They have ruled out both Shai Gilgeous-Alexander with a left shin ... such as Lauri Markkanen, Walker Kessler, John Collins, and Jordan Clarkson. Overall, this game will be more of a tryout ...

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the runner-up in the MVP race ... AP Sports Writer Teresa M. Walker contributed to this report.