Report: Butler expected to return Tuesday vs. Lakers

Philadelphia 76ers guard Jimmy Butler is expected to return from his right wrist sprain against the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday, sources told Yahoo Sports' Chris Haynes.

Butler met with a specialist on Friday and is expected to miss a third straight game Saturday against the Denver Nuggets, Haynes reports.

The four-time All-Star is averaging 19 points and 4.8 rebounds in 28 games since being acquired by the 76ers.

Los Angeles, meanwhile, will take on a healthy Philly roster while currently on a slump, as the Lakers have lost five of their last seven games heading into a Sunday date with the Phoenix Suns.