Matthews (hamstring) has been ruled out Friday against Philadelphia.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews sat out Wednesday against Cleveland and will be forced to miss a second consecutive game. His next chance to return to action will be Monday against the Trail Blazers.

Matthews (hamstring) didn't practice Tuesday and has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against the Cavaliers, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews left Monday's game due to right hamstring soreness and will be sidelined for at least one additional game. The Bucks are dealing with numerous injuries in their backcourt, and it's currently unclear who'll be available against Cleveland.

Matthews has been ruled out for the rest of Monday's game against the Hawks due to right hamstring soreness, Jim Owczarski of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews is the second guard to go down for the Bucks in this game, as Grayson Allen was ruled out earlier with an ankle injury. With both Allen and Matthews out, George Hill and Jevon Carter should see additional minutes.

Matthews contributed two points (0-1 FG, 2-2 FT), one rebound and two steals in four minutes during Friday's 119-108 victory over New York.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews logged a few garbage time minutes in the win, highlighting just how insignificant his role has become. Even when starting, Matthews has been unable to come close to being a 12-team asset in recent times. The fact he is now being used as a depth piece only should put an end to any hopes of him fighting for a roster spot in standard leagues.

Matthews registered eight points (3-6 FG, 2-4 3Pt), five rebounds, two assists and one block across 20 minutes during Thursday's 90-88 win over the 76ers.

EDGE Analysis

Milwaukee leaned on Matthews in the fourth quarter as he played eight of his 20 minutes and nailed a three-pointer with 24.7 seconds left to give the Bucks an 89-88 lead. It was a great start to the season for the 36-year-old as he has averaged just 5.9 points while making 38.4 percent of his shots over the last three campaigns. He came off the bench in the opener but could get some starts in the early part of the year with Khris Middleton (wrist) and Pat Connaughton (calf) likely out until early November.

Matthews said Wednesday that he is good to go for Thursday's season opener against the 76ers, Ben Steele of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews returned to practice and seems to have recovered from his ankle injury that kept him out during the preseason. His return is a huge boost for Milwaukee as Khris Middleton (wrist) and Pat Connaughton (calf) are still out. Matthews will likely compete with Jordan Nwora for the starting small forward spot or be one of the team's first players off the bench Thursday.

Matthews (ankle) participated in 5-on-5 drills in Monday's practice, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews was held out of all preseason action due to his lingeringing ankle injury, but returned to practice Monday. This is a very encouraging sign for the veteran's regular-season status, as the Bucks take on the 76ers on Thursday. When healthy, Matthews could see slightly increased playing time behind Grayson Allen since Khris Middleton (wrist) and Pat Connaughton (calf) are expected to miss the first few weeks of the regular season.

Matthews (ankle) is expected back at some point next week, leaving him questionable for Opening Night against the Sixers on Thursday, Jim Owczarski of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews has skipped all of the preseason while tending to his ankle issue, but the veteran guard is at least on the right track to be available early in the season. More information on his status should surface closer to the game.

Matthews (ankle) is not suited up for Saturday's practice, Jim Owczarski of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews was unable to make an appearance this preseason due to an ankle injury. Given his inability to practice, his status is murky for the Bucks' regular-season opener Thursday versus the 76ers. With Pat Connaughton (calf) and Khris Middleton (wrist) also injured, Jordan Nwora and Marjon Beauchamp could be in line for enhanced roles.

Matthews (ankle) remains out for Wednesday's preseason finale against the Nets, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews couldn't play during the preseason due to an ankle injury, which suggests he may have to miss a few games to start the year. Khris Middleton (wrist) and Pat Connaughton (calf) are also question marks for the season opener, so the Bucks could have some serious depth concerns to open the campaign.