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Landale (ankle) said he will play in Monday's preseason matchup against the Spurs, Lachard Binkley of TheDreamShake.com reports.

Landale missed the Rockets' previous preseason game, but it looks like his ankle issue is not serious. Barring any setbacks, he appears on track for the regular season.

Capela will not play in Saturday's preseason matchup with the Pelicans for an undisclosed reason, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.

The Hawks did not provide any transparency on why Capela will be sidelined, but given the nature of the preseason, he is likely getting a rest opportunity. He is once again expected to start at center for Atlanta in the upcoming season.

Wembanyama recorded 23 points (10-15 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, four assists and three blocks across 23 minutes in Friday's 120-104 preseason win over the Heat.

Wembanyama is looking better and better with each passing game, and while he struggled a bit from three-point range in this one, he was virtually unstoppable near the rim. He also showed his elite defensive ability, particularly as a shot-blocking threat. Wembanyama should be a pivotal piece for the Spurs during the regular season and beyond.

Davis finished with 13 points (3-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 6-7 FT), six rebounds, four assists and a steal over 22 minutes against Golden State in an exhibition loss Friday.

Davis didn't shoot particularly well and didn't block any shots, but he still posted a fantasy-friendly 13/6/4 line given his limited minutes. The big man sat out the Lakers' previous preseason contest, but that was likely just for rest purposes, as his 22 minutes Friday were his most on the exhibition slate thus far. Davis is averaging 13.7 points and 6.0 boards in just over 16 minutes per game thus far in preseason action as he gears up for his 12th NBA campaign.

Wood recorded 13 points (5-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-3 FT), seven rebounds and one assist over 13 minutes Friday in an exhibition loss to the Warriors.

Wood made the most of his 13 minutes on the court, leading all Los Angeles reserves in scoring and tying for the team high with seven boards. The enigmatic big man is looking like a strong fit with the Lakers so far, scoring in double digits in each of his past three preseason contests while averaging 5.7 boards and shooting 56 percent from the field during that span. Wood will come off the bench for the Lakers this season but should get enough minutes to be a viable asset in fantasy as a contributor in points, boards, blocks and triples.

Davis (undisclosed) has the green light to play in Friday's game against the Warriors, Broderick Turner of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Davis has been alternating games played and nights off through four exhibition games this preseason. He logged 15 points (6-11 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and five rebounds across 13 minutes in his first game. The veteran big man will continue to ramp things up Friday as he prepares for the regular season.

Bryant will start Friday's preseason contest against the Spurs, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

With Miami's usual starters sidelined, Bryant moves into the first five. He'll be joined by Dru Smith, Duncan Robinson, Jamal Cain and Haywood Highsmith, and they all figure to play extended minutes for the shorthanded Heat.

Collins won't play in Friday's preseason game against Miami for rest purposes, Jeff McDonald of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

Collins isn't dealing with an injury, and coach Gregg Popovich is simply electing to give him a night off with just under two weeks remaining until the start of the regular season. Collins' next chance to suit up will be during Monday's exhibition matchup against Houston.

The Pacers exercised the fourth-year team option on Jackson's rookie-scale contract Friday.

Jackson appeared in 63 matchups for the Pacers last year and averaged 7.2 points and 4.5 rebounds in 16.5 minutes per game. It wouldn't be surprising to see the 21-year-old handle a similar role for the team this year, and he'll now be under contract with Indiana through the 2024-25 season.

Sengun recorded 12 points (5-12 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, four assists, four steals and a block across 22 minutes in Thursday's 120-87 preseason win over New Orleans.

Sengun was one of the most productive centers in fantasy during the 2022-23 season due to his two-way play and his ability to fill the stat sheet on any given night, and that was on display here as well. Firmly entrenched as Houston's starting center, Sengun should be a reliable play every time the Rockets step on the court during the regular season.