Sims recorded zero points (0-1 FG), 10 rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block across 18 minutes in Sunday's 125-109 loss to the 76ers.

EDGE Analysis

Prior to the All-Star break, the two-way rookie out of Texas had appeared in only two of the Knicks' last eight games, but he was a surprise inclusion in head coach Tom Thibodeau's rotation for both of the first two contests of the second half. On Sunday, Stefan Bondy of the New York Daily News reported that Nerlens Noel is dealing with plantar fasciitis in his left foot that had left him available only in an emergency for the past two contests, so Sims could end up losing hold of his role as Mitchell Robinson's top backup once Noel is healthy. Though Sims brought some energy off the bench Sunday, neither he nor Robinson had any answer for Joel Embiid, who made 27 trips to the free-throw line while both Knicks centers fouled out despite playing fewer than 20 minutes apiece.

Sims was assigned to the G League's Westchester Knicks on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Sims appeared in two of the last three games for New York, but he played just four total minutes. He's expected to see increased playing time during his stint in the G League.

Sims registered 17 points (8-11 FG, 1-1 FT), 12 rebounds, three assists and two steals over 32 minutes Tuesday in Westchester's 110-105 victory over Motor City.

EDGE Analysis

Sims has spent most of the season in a reserve role with the New York Knicks, but he was recently assigned to the G League to allow him to get more playing time. The rookie averaged only 6.5 minutes in 13 games with New York, preventing him from making much noise in the box score. Sims should get plenty of run with Westchester, for whom he is averaging 14.0 points, 15.5 boards, 1.0 steals and 1.0 blocks in two games this season.

Sims was assigned to the Westchester Knicks on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Sims and Miles McBride will both be available for Tuesday's contest against Motor City. Sims has spent most of the season as a reserve at the NBA level, but he's expected to get extended run during his stint in the G League.

Sims (COVID-19 protocols) is available for Tuesday's game against the Pacers.

EDGE Analysis

Sims was considered questionable due to conditioning concerns after clearing the health and safety protocols, but he's ready to go after sitting out five games. Most of New York's frontcourt is available, so he's unlikely to have a significant role going forward.

Sims cleared the NBA's health and safety protocols Monday and is listed as questionable for Tuesday's contest against the Pacers, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Sims landed in COVID-19 protocols Christmas Day and has been sidelined since. It's unclear if he will be available for Tuesday's contest against the Pacers. However, he's only played double-digits minutes three times this season, so his potential availability shouldn't impact Tom Thibodeau's rotations.

Sims is in the NBA's health and safety protocols and will not play in Saturday's Christmas Day matchup with the Hawks.

EDGE Analysis

Sims's absence means Mitchell robinson, Taj Gibson, Julius Randle and Obi Toppin will be the only frontcourt players available for the Knicks, as Nerlens Noel (COVID-19 protocols) is also out.

Sims ended Thursday's 124-117 loss to Washington with six points (3-3 FG) and six rebounds across 22 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

The rookie's stat line was nothing remarkable, but it's notable that he served as the No. 2 center behind Mitchell Robinson -- who fouled out in 25 minutes -- with Nerlens Noel in COVID-19 protocols. Meanwhile, Taj Gibson saw only seven minutes of action off the bench, finishing with two points and three rebounds. Sims hasn't shown nearly enough to warrant attention in most fantasy leagues, but he's had some explosive performances in the G League, so he's a player to monitor for dynasty formats.

Sims tallied 11 points (5-11 FG, 1-3 FT), 19 rebounds and two blocked shots over 39 minutes for Westchester in a loss to Delaware on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Sims got an opportunity to log big minutes for New York's G League squad after playing in only one of the NBA Knicks' previous nine games. The center showed off his board-crashing ability, leading all players with 19 rebounds. Sims has spent most of his time this season in the NBA, but he has accumulated only 58 total minutes, so he could be assigned to Westchester on occasion in order to see more game action.

Sims (illness) is out Saturday against the Nuggets.

EDGE Analysis

Sims will miss a second consecutive game due to a non-COVID illness. His absence shouldn't impact the Knicks' rotation.