Jameer Nelson Will Be a Game-Time Decision

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As reported earlier, Mickael Pietrus will not play against the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday night.

Jameer Nelson seemed likely to play, but per Josh Robbins of the Orlando Sentinel reports that Nelson will be a game-time decision.

The Orlando Magic just completed their shootaround at RDV Sportsplex for tonight’s game against the Milwaukee Bucks.

Coach Stan Van Gundy said Jameer Nelson participated in the shootaround, but Van Gundy said he doesn’t know if Nelson will play tonight. Nelson said he’ll be a “game-time decision.”

Mickael Pietrus (ankle) will not play tonight, Van Gundy said.

Jason Williams will start if Nelson is unable to go. There’s a good chance that Anthony Johnson will see some time since Nelson’s minutes will likely be limited. After Sunday night’s game, Van Gundy played Johnson in the final quarter because he thought Williams was noticeably tired down the stretch against the Detroit Pistons.

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