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  • PHI Point Guard #11
    Jeff Dowtin accumulated 17 points (5-of-11 FGs, 6-of-8 FTs), four rebounds, eight assists, one steal, and one 3-pointer in 29 minutes in Monday’s loss to the Blazers.
    Dowtin has given the 76ers solid point guard play throughout the summer, likely improving his chances of sticking with the team in some capacity. He won’t be a player to target in fantasy drafts, as the 76ers will have Tyrese Maxey and Kyle Lowry on the roster. However, injuries could put Dowtin in a position to offer streaming value occasionally.
  • LAC Small Forward #24
    Norman Powell (back tightness) will not play in Friday’s exhibition against the Trail Blazers.
    Powell will not play on Friday and has not traveled to Seattle for the exhibition. With Kawhi Leonard (knee) also sidelined, the Clippers should take a more extended look at players such as Kevin Porter Jr. and Amir Coffey. While Porter offers significant fantasy upside, there’s the question of whether or not the NBA will suspend him for off-court issues in the summer of 2023 that factored into his not catching on with a team last season.
  • CHI Point Guard #0
    Coby White (groin tightness) did not participate in Friday’s practice.
    One of the most improved players in the NBA last season, White’s role stands to change in 2024-25. The Bulls acquired Josh Giddey from the Thunder during the offseason, which could be interpreted as a sign that the front office is not entirely convinced about White as a point guard despite playing very well last season. Add in Lonzo Ball’s potential return, and Coby’s fantasy value could take a hit despite the likelihood that he’ll remain in the starting lineup. He’s worth selecting in the middle rounds of drafts, but providing top-100 per-game value may be more difficult. As for the immediate future, it’s unknown if White will be available for Saturday’s exhibition against the Grizzlies.
  • DET Small Forward #12
    Tobias Harris (COVID-19) is questionable for Friday’s game against the Suns.
    Signed by the Pistons this summer, Harris has yet to appear in his second stint with the franchise. A case of COVID-19 sidelined the veteran forward, but he’s feeling better and could be in the lineup for Friday’s game against Phoenix. A healthy Harris can threaten top-50 fantasy status, even if his game isn’t considered “eye-popping.” He’ll be asked to help lead a young team in a significant rebuild in Detroit.
  • DAL Power Forward #25
    According to Dallas Hoops Journal’s Grant Afseth, PJ Washington (left hip tightness) has progressed to 3-on-3 activity in practice.
    Washington has yet to appear in a game this preseason, but Friday’s update suggests his recovery is on the right track. The Mavericks will play two more exhibitions, Monday night against the Clippers and Thursday against the Bucks. Jason Kidd has used two different starters with Washington sidelined, with Naji Marshall receiving the nod for Dallas’ preseason opener and Olivier-Maxence Prosper for Thursday’s loss to the Jazz. If Washington is not ready for the start of the regular season, Marshall would offer higher value than Prosper.
  • IND Point Guard #2
    The New Orleans Pelicans announced Friday that they’re signing Elfrid Payton and Josh Oduro to training camp deals.
    Payton hasn’t played in the NBA since his 50-game stint with the Phoenix Suns in 2021-22. He averaged 3.0 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game that with Phoenix. Payton also averaged 10.8 points and 8.2 assists with the Indiana Mad Ants in 2023-24.
  • UTA Point Guard #3
    According to ESPN’s Tim MacMahon, the Jazz are “optimistic” that Keyonte George (mild left knee sprain) will be ready for the regular season opener on October 23.
    George injured his knee during the third quarter of Thursday’s exhibition win over Dallas and could not put any weight on his leg while being helped off the court. However, the initial diagnosis of a mild sprain has sparked optimism within the organization, with George scheduled to undergo an MRI on Friday. While Collin Sexton should already be selected in league drafts, rookie Isaiah Collier would be worth a roll of the dice if George’s injury is more problematic than the Jazz reportedly believe.
  • MEM Power Forward #7
    Santi Aldama accounted for 10 points (3-of-7 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), four rebounds, five assists, two steals, and three 3-pointers in 25 minutes in Thursday’s game against Charlotte.
    With Jaren Jackson Jr. (hamstring) sidelined, Aldama has been able to start alongside Zach Edey in the Grizzlies’ frontcourt. All seven of his shot attempts on Thursday came from beyond the arc, and Santi was one blocked shot away from a full stat line. The numbers weren’t eye-popping, but this was a night when the Grizzlies were also without Ja Morant. Aldama’s value once the season begins will depend on Jackson’s availability; he’s a streamer at best.
  • MEM Shooting Guard #22
    Desmond Bane finished Thursday’s exhibition loss to Charlotte with 17 points (7-of-13 FGs), two rebounds, three assists, two steals, and three 3-pointers in 25 minutes.
    The Grizzlies remain without Jaren Jackson Jr., and Ja Morant did not play on Thursday after tweaking his ankle in Memphis’ preseason opener. That left Bane to do a lot of the heavy lifting offensively, and he led the Grizzlies in scoring. Provided he stays healthy, Bane should offer consistent top-50 fantasy value this season.
  • CHA Point Guard #22
    Vasilije Micic amassed four points (2-of-5 FGs), three rebounds, and four assists in 20 minutes in Thursday’s exhibition game against Memphis.
    LaMelo Ball did not play on Thursday; the Hornets aren’t going to rush him back to full usage after ankle injuries limited him to 58 games over the last two seasons. As a result, Micic started against Memphis. If this was a game to help determine who would back up Ball once the regular season begins, Vasa was outplayed by Tre Mann. Mann played 22 minutes, finishing with 19 points, three rebounds, two assists, one block, and two 3-pointers. There was room for both guards in the rotation after the trade deadline last season, but that was with Ball sidelined. That may not be the case this time around.
  • CHA Small Forward #24
    Brandon Miller shot 8-of-13 from the field in Thursday’s exhibition win over Memphis, scoring 22 points with four rebounds, two assists, one steal, and six 3-pointers in 24 minutes.
    After hitting three 3-pointers in Sunday’s loss to the Knicks, Miller doubled his output on Thursday. Charlotte did play against Memphis without starting point guard LaMelo Ball, resulting in their second-year wing having to do a little more to hunt his shot. Miller stepped up, scoring efficiently and leading Charlotte to a comfortable win on the road. Miller should be a middle-round pick in most fantasy drafts, with the potential to be more impactful once the games count.