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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.

Dieng was a DNP-CD during Monday's 116-97 preseason loss to Minnesota.

Dieng was available but didn't see the floor in Milwaukee's first preseason contest. The 23-year-old will look to earn a role in a crowded Bucks frontcourt during the remainder of the preseason.

The Bucks waived Butler on Tuesday.

No surprise here, as Butler was previously on an Exhibit 10 deal. Look for him to join Milwaukee's G League affiliate, the Herd.

The Bucks signed Broome to a contract Tuesday.

Broome made 11 regular-season appearances for Philadelphia as a rookie in 2025-26 but spent most of the campaign in the G League, averaging 21.8 points, 8.3 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 1.5 blocks and 1.1 steals in 32.9 minutes across 26 games for Delaware. The 2025 second-round pick is presumably on an Exhibit 10 deal and will compete for a roster spot.

Williams finished with 13 points (4-6 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound, one assist and three steals in 21 minutes during Monday's 127-103 preseason win over the Kings.

Williams drew the start with Austin Reaves (ankle) and Collin Sexton (lower body) unavailable and made a strong impression on both ends of the floor. The 25-year-old is competing with Jake LaRavia and several other wings for a prominent role, and his combination of perimeter shooting and defense should help his case.

LaRavia recorded 12 points (5-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 0-3 FT), three rebounds, two assists, two steals and two blocks in 21 minutes during Monday's 127-103 preseason win over Sacramento.

LaRavia came off the bench but was productive across the board, finishing with a game-high plus-27 rating. He's firmly in the mix for a significant role on the wing and remains a candidate to start once the Lakers settle on their regular-season rotation.

Carr totaled 19 points (7-13 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, two assists and two steals in 23 minutes during Monday's 127-103 preseason win over the Kings.

Carr led the Lakers' reserves in scoring and continued to make a case for a rotation role after an impressive Summer League. Coach JJ Redick indicated during training camp that the rookie could earn opportunities this season, and Monday's performance was an encouraging first step.

Sabonis finished with four points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and three assists in 10 minutes during Monday's 127-103 preseason loss to the Lakers.

Sabonis saw a light workload in Sacramento's preseason opener, playing exclusively during the first half. The veteran center remains one of the NBA's premier rebounders and distributors at his position after averaging a double-double during the 2025-26 regular season.