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Despite missing the 76ers’ pregame shootaround, Oubre was probable on the initial injury report. He will play in Game 5, with 76ers coach Nick Nurse saying that “it’s a matter of how far he can go” regarding how much Oubre plays. Nicolas Batum and DeAnthony Melton can play additional minutes if Kelly is limited.

Sexton doubled his point total from his second preseason game while being aggressive on the boards and assertive as a playmaker for the shorthanded Jazz. He improved upon his 2022-23 numbers across the board last season and could do so again in year two as a starter.

LaVine was extremely efficient in his 22 minutes on the court. He made all six of his attempts from long distance and only turned the ball over once. He could be ready to return to the prominent scorer he became when he first joined the Bulls.

Edey’s scoring total has gone up with each preseason game. The Grizzlies big man showcased his offensive and defensive in his third contest since the Summer League. He appears poised to start at center.

Tatum stuffed the stat sheet and flirted wasn’t too far off from a triple-double despite logging just 23 minutes. He was a +23 alongside in the blowout victory. The Reigning champs still appear to have a host of strong fantasy options.

McCain didn’t have his most efficient shooting night in his team’s blowout loss but posted his best preseason scoring stats yet. He was active on both ends and is making a case to be part of Philadelphia’s rotation early in 2024-25.

Collier scored two points (1-of-1 FGs) with two assists and four turnovers in 10 minutes before exiting the contest. His limited playing time kept him well short of his production in his first two preseason games.

Darling hasn’t logged NBA minutes since he played in seven games for the Charlotte Hornets in 2021-22. He appeared in two games for the Ontario Clippers in 2023-24 and could return there ahead of the upcoming season.

Freeman-Liberty averaged 7.0 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game through his 22 appearances with the Raptors last season. He’ll get a chance to play for the Windy City Bulls in 2024-25 if there’s an Exhibit 10 language in his latest contract.

Vanderbilt, who averaged 5.2 points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.2 assists, and 1.2 steals in 29 games last season, hasn’t participated in any non-contact drills or contact work just yet. He could prove to be a valuable defender for the Lakers early on if he’s healthy enough to rejoin the rotation early in the season.

Williams hasn’t played in a game since last December. The Hornets big man is working back from injury after averaging 12.7 points and 9.7 rebounds in 2023-24. His return to the starting lineup could give Charlotte’s frontcourt a big boost.