Thunder's Steven Adams: Preparing to play

Adams (ankle) appears on track to play Monday against the Hawks, Royce Young of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis:

Adams sprained his ankle in the first half of Sunday's game against the Pelicans and didn't return, but he was observed going through his regular pregame routine Monday. While the Thunder have not offered official comment on his availability, all indications at this point are that Adams will play.