Sims is in the starting five for Tuesday's game versus the Pelicans, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Sims will replace Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles) in the starting lineup Tuesday. Sims is averaging 4.0 points, 5.4 rebounds and 1.0 blocks in 24.6 minutes across his last five starting appearances.

Sims isn't starting Thursday's game against the 76ers.

EDGE Analysis

Sims drew back-to-back starts for the Knicks heading into the All-Star break, but he'll retreat to the bench as the team resumes play Thursday. Over his last five appearances off the bench, he's averaged 2.6 points and 3.6 rebounds in 14.2 minutes per game.

Sims (illness) started at center and tallied four points (2-3 FG) and seven rebounds across 29 minutes in Monday's 105-103 loss to the Rockets.

EDGE Analysis

The 29 minutes were a season high for Sims, who took on a big workload in his return from a three-game absence while usual starting center Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles) missed a second straight game and while Precious Achiuwa logged most of his minutes at power forward in place of the injured Julius Randle (shoulder). Sims could draw another start Wednesday in Orlando if Hartenstein remains out, though Sims will likely see his minutes drop back into the teens -- if he doesn't fall out of the rotation entirely -- following the All-Star break, when Hartenstein should be ready to play with little or no restrictions.

Sims is in the starting lineup for Monday's game against Houston, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Sims will make his eighth start of the season with Taj Gibson representing his primary backup off the bench Monday. Precious Achiuwa is also a candidate to log minutes at center with Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles) sidelined for a second consecutive game.

Sims (illness) is available for Monday's game against the Rockets, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Sims missed the last three games due to an illness, but he was probable ahead of Monday's game and has officially been cleared to return. Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles) has been ruled out, so Sims could see increased run against Houston.

Sims (illness) is probable for Monday's game against the Rockets.

EDGE Analysis

Sims missed the last three games due to an illness, but he will likely return to the lineup Monday. Sims could be in line for extended minutes with Julius Randle (shoulder) out of the lineup, especially if Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles, questionable) is unable to go.

Sims (illness) won't play in Saturday's game against the Pacers, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Sims isn't a major part of the rotation, but his absence for the third game in a row looms large with Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles) joining Julius Randle (shoulder) and Mitchell Robinson (ankle) on the sideline. Taj Gibson and Precious Achiuwa will likely absorb nearly all the minutes at center Saturday.

Sims (illness) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus the Pacers.

EDGE Analysis

Sims is in danger of missing his third straight contest Saturday due to a non-COVID illness. With Mitchell Robinson (ankle) and Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles) out, Taj Gibson and Precious Achiuwa could receive increased playing time.

Sims (illness) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Dallas, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Sims will be unavailable for a second consecutive game due to a non-COVID illness, and his absence leaves the Knicks particularly shorthanded following Thursday's trade deadline. Taj Gibson will likely continue to see increased playing time against the Mavericks.

Sims (illness) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game versus the Mavericks.

EDGE Analysis

Sims is in danger of missing his second straight contest due to a non-COVID illness. If Sims is ruled out, Taj Gibson will likely continue to receive increased playing time behind Isaiah Hartenstein.