The Scoop: Dort went just 1-for-4 from three-point range across the first three quarters. However, the defensive-minded swingman hit three clutch triples in the first six minutes of the fourth, helping the Thunder pull within striking distance down the stretch. Dort has shot just 32.6 percent from the field in the Western Conference Semifinals, during which he has averaged 9.4 points, 2.4 rebounds and 1.0 assists across 27.6 minutes per contest.

 The Scoop: Westbrook posted his third consecutive contest with single-digit points in the loss, and he has shot only 22.2 percent from the field during that span. The veteran guard did lead the Nuggets' bench in scoring, though Denver's second unit combined for just 10 points Tuesday. Westbrook has averaged 11.0 points, 3.0 assists and 2.2 rebounds across 24.2 minutes per game in the Western Conference Semifinals.

 The Scoop: Hauser exited Game 1 against the Knicks due to a right ankle sprain and subsequently missed the next three games. With the team facing elimination and superstar Jayson Tatum (Achilles) out, a productive return from the 27-year-old would be significant for the Celtics. Hauser is averaging just 2.7 points in 12.8 minutes per game in six appearances this postseason.

 The Scoop: Jayson Tatum suffered an apparent right lower-leg injury and is scheduled to undergo an MRI on Tuesday, so the odds are stacked against Boston with the franchise facing a 3-1 series deficit. If Tatum cannot play in Game 5, Horford would likely need to soak up some usage for the Celtics after attempting a mere two shots in Game 4.

 The Scoop: Despite a 3-1 series lead for Minnesota, Reid has yet to find much of a rhythm against the Warriors outside of a productive Game 1. Reid is averaging 11.0 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 1.3 steals and 2.5 three-pointers on 53.1 percent from the field in 28.3 minutes per contest.

 The Scoop: The Warriors have really needed Podziemski to step up in the absence of Stephen Curry (hamstring), but that hasn't happened. In his last two outings, Podziemski hit a combined 4-of-24 from the field and 1-of-8 from beyond the arc with averages of 8.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 2.5 steals in 36.0 minutes.

 The Scoop: Making his second straight postseason start, Jackson-Davis again wasn't able to make much of an impact and saw another limited workload. Kevon Looney and Jonathan Kuminga both had standout performances off the bench, and with the Warriors facing a 3-1 deficit, rotation tweaks from coach Steve Kerr could be on the table.

 The Scoop: Green delivered a serviceable effort but ultimately left much to be desired in the Game 4 loss. Golden State has fallen into a hole without Stephen Curry (hamstring) and will need to turn things around quickly. As one of the team's leaders, Green will need to lift his game or the series could be over sooner rather than later.

 The Scoop: Butler fell short of the mark, unable to lift the Warriors to victory. Golden State has now lost three straight games and faces the prospect of elimination in Game 5. Stephen Curry remains questionable due to a hamstring injury, but should he be unable to play, Butler will need to do more on both ends of the floor in the hopes of extending the series.

 The Scoop: Hauser will miss his third consecutive contest Monday due to a sprained right ankle. The 27-year-old forward can be considered day-to-day moving forward, and his next chance to suit up will come in Game 5 on Wednesday.