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Porzingis will start Tuesday's preseason game against the Knicks, John Karalis of BostonSportsJournal.com reports.

Porzingis will start at center surrounded by Boston's full cast of key contributors Tuesday. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown flank him in the frontcourt.

Horford will come off the bench for Tuesday's preseason game against the Knicks, Brian Robb of The Springfield Republican reports.

Horford's sixth-man role is emblematic of his role to start the season. Coach Joe Mazzulla noted that all regulars will get extra usage Tuesday, but Jrue Holiday, Derrick White, Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Kristaps Porzingis represent the starting lineup.

Collins totaled 18 points (8-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 0-2 FT), eight rebounds, five assists and a block across 22 minutes in Monday's 99-89 preseason loss to the Rockets.

Collins was one of San Antonio's best players in this one, and the veteran continues to strengthen his grip on a starting role for Opening Night of the 2023-24 season. While he could eventually move to the bench if Victor Wembanyama (rest) shifts to center on a permanent basis, the pairing of those two players makes sense at the moment. The prized rookie will partner with a tough, physical veteran who will help him learn the nuances of the position. Collins can also provide decent numbers if given enough minutes.

Okongwu finished with 11 points (4-8 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 3-6 FT), six rebounds, an assist and two blocks across 26 minutes in Monday's 116-112 preseason loss to the Pacers.

Okongwu has received a few starts during preseason action, and even though he looked quite good in this one, all signs point to him playing off the bench while Clint Capela operates with the first unit. Okongwu is still valuable in fantasy this year as a handcuff option and could be quite an asset in dynasty formats. He averaged 9.9 points, 7.2 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.3 blocks across 23.1 minutes per game last season.

Turner ended with 13 points (4-5 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, a steal and three blocks across 16 minutes in Monday's 116-112 preseason win over the Hawks.

Turner was efficient from the field and active as a defensive presence, which is the value he'll ultimately bring once the regular season rolls around. As one of the best long-range shooters -- among big men -- in the league, Turner possesses strong upside in most formats. He can fill the stat sheet on any given night even if he's a below-average rebounder for his size.

Reath posted 13 points (5-7 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds and a steal across 16 minutes in Monday's 117-106 loss to the Suns.

The LSU product has yet to see time in an NBA regular-season game, but he gained a camp invite via Portland after he impressed scouts with his play for Australia during the FIBA World Cup. Reath has found a perfect spot for a chance in the NBA, as the Trail Blazers are in the midst of a rebuild and need help at multiple positions. The 6-foot-11 big man will be a great addition to the team's interior if they grant him a roster spot.

Wembanyama (rest) is set to play in Wednesday's preseason game against the Rockets, Andrew Lopez of ESPN.com reports.

Wembanyama received Monday off strictly for rest purposes, but he'll be back in action Wednesday according to head coach Gregg Popovich. It wouldn't be a surprise if this ends up being the rookie's last preseason action prior to the start of the 2023-24 campaign, but the team will likely see how Wednesday goes before determining who plays in the preseason finale Friday at Golden State.

Jones posted 11 points (2-2 FG, 7-7 FT), four rebounds and three blocks over 21 minutes during Monday's 120-89 preseason win over Ra'anana.

Jones got the start against Ra'anana in Monday's preseason contest, going on to shoot a perfect mark from both the field and from the free-throw line while finishing as one of five Cavaliers players in double figures in scoring. Jones, who also recorded a game-leading three blocks, set a new preseason-best scoring total. He is averaging 9.5 points over three preseason games.

Brown is not in the starting lineup for Monday's preseason contest versus Phoenix, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Brown will be replaced by Duop Reath as Portland continues evaluating its third-string options at center. In his lone preseason start, Brown supplied one point, one rebound and two blocks in 12 minutes versus Utah on Saturday.

Reath will start Monday's preseason finale against Phoenix, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Reath gets his turn in the starting lineup after Moses Brown drew the start Saturday. Reath is joined by Jabari Walker and Toumani Camara in the frontcourt.