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December 14, 2025
Won't play Monday
Russell (illness) has been ruled out for Monday's game in Utah.
Analysis
Monday will mark Russell's second straight game on the sidelines, and for now, he should be considered questionable for Thursday's game against the Pistons. Ryan Nembhard and Brandon Williams will hold down the point guard spot in Russell's absence.
December 12, 2025
Ruled out with illness
Russell (illness) won't play in Friday's game against the Nets, Noah Weber of TheSmokingCuban.com reports.
Analysis
The Mavericks downgraded Russell to questionable due to an illness following Friday morning's shootaround, and the veteran guard isn't feeling well enough to give it a go. His next chance to suit up arrives Monday in Utah. Russell was already being phased out of Dallas' rotation a bit of late, though his absence should solidify the playing time of Ryan Nembhard and Brandon Williams at point guard.
December 12, 2025
Iffy for Friday
Russell (illness) is questionable for Friday's game against the Nets.
Analysis
Russell was a late addition to the injury report, presumably after waking up under the weather. His role has been trending down in recent weeks, but if he does sit out, Brandon Williams and Ryan Nembhard could have a slightly higher floor in fantasy hoops.
December 8, 2025
Limited to 13 minutes
Russell amassed four points (1-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound and two assists across 13 minutes during Saturday's 122-109 win over the Rockets.
Analysis
With Ryan Nembhard excelling at point guard and Brandon Williams playing an expanded role off the bench, Russell is becoming an afterthought in Dallas' rotation. In his last four appearances, Russell is averaging a mere 15.5 minutes per contest.