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Small finished with eight points (2-9 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four assists and one rebound in 13 minutes during Monday's 132-123 preseason win over the Hawks.

Small struggled with his shot but was one of five Memphis players to record at least four assists. The second-year guard is competing for minutes in a deep backcourt and will likely need to make the most of his preseason opportunities to secure a consistent role.

Jackson recorded 14 points (5-7 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-3 FT), two rebounds, one assist and one steal in 16 minutes during Monday's 132-123 preseason win over Atlanta.

Jackson provided instant offense and didn't commit a turnover during his limited action. He's not considered a favorite for a starting spot, but performances like Monday's could help him earn minutes in a crowded wing and forward rotation.

Suggs remains under the weather but was able to get on the court and run around during Tuesday's practice, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Suggs appears to be progressing after being limited by the illness over the previous few days. His activity level is encouraging, though his status for Wednesday's preseason opener against Memphis remains uncertain.

Hendricks produced seven points (3-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, three steals and one block in 19 minutes during Monday's 132-123 preseason win over the Hawks.

Hendricks made an impact defensively despite coming off the bench, though he also committed five fouls. He's competing for minutes in a crowded Memphis frontcourt and should continue receiving opportunities throughout the preseason.

Spencer finished with eight points (2-3 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds and two assists in 14 minutes during Monday's 132-123 preseason win over Atlanta.

Spencer came off the bench and shared the floor with Scotty Pippen for a portion of the contest, continuing an experiment Memphis utilized during training camp. Spencer is among several players competing for starting and rotation opportunities and offers valuable shooting after hitting 44.8 percent of his threes during the 2025-26 regular season.

Jackson-Davis (migraines) was back at practice Tuesday, Ryan Wolstat of the Toronto Sun reports.

It was previously unknown why Jackson-Davis had been away from the team, but now there's some clarity. This sets him up to make his preseason debut Saturday against the Clippers.

Pippen recorded 10 points (3-5 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four assists and one steal in 16 minutes during Monday's 132-123 preseason win over the Hawks.

Pippen came off the bench behind Ty Jerome, who started at point guard, but played well alongside Cam Spencer in the second unit. Pippen is considered Jerome's primary competition for the starting point guard job and should remain firmly in the rotation even if he begins the season as a reserve.

Grant finished with 10 points (2-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT), four rebounds and two assists in 14 minutes during Monday's 132-123 preseason win over Atlanta.

Grant came off the bench behind Jaylen Wells but was efficient during his limited run. The two appear to be the primary candidates for Memphis' starting small forward job, though Grant should have a significant role regardless of whether he starts.

Isaac (knee) won't travel with the Magic for Wednesday's preseason opener against the Grizzlies due to personal reasons, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Isaac also wasn't spotted on the court during the media-viewing portions of Orlando's practices Monday or Tuesday. The veteran forward entered training camp limited while completing his recovery from the left knee sprain that ended his 2025-26 campaign, but his absence Wednesday is being attributed to personal reasons.

Jakucionis was a DNP-CD during Monday's 116-97 preseason loss to the Timberwolves.

Jakucionis was one of several Bucks who didn't see the floor despite Milwaukee using 14 players. The second-year guard was acquired from Miami during the offseason and should have additional opportunities to make his preseason debut as Milwaukee evaluates its revamped backcourt rotation.