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Ejiofor finished with 15 points (5-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), nine rebounds, three assists and one block across 23 minutes off the bench in Monday's 113-110 preseason win over Oklahoma City.

Ejiofor delivered an efficient offensive performance while making his presence felt on the glass, grabbing five offensive rebounds. The rookie also showed some passing ability and connected on his lone three-point make in two attempts. Despite the encouraging outing, Ejiofor faces an uphill battle for consistent playing time in Atlanta's frontcourt once the regular season begins.

Yang finished with 13 points (6-8 FG, 1-1 3Pt), four rebounds and four assists across 21 minutes off the bench in Monday's 119-66 preseason victory over the London Lions.

Yang delivered an efficient performance, converting six of his eight field-goal attempts while matching Deni Avdija for the second-most assists on the team. The second-year center also connected on his lone three-point attempt and played more minutes than any other Portland player. However, with Donovan Clingan and Robert Williams (rest) ahead of him in the frontcourt rotation, Yang may have difficulty carving out a substantial role during the regular season.

Reed supplied four points (1-6 FG, 2-4 FT), 17 rebounds, four steals, one assist and one block over 24 minutes in Monday's 119-109 preseason loss to Utah.

Reed's scoring numbers were pedestrian, but his impact on the glass was massive, as he hauled in a game-high 17 rebounds, including eight on the offensive end. The 23-year-old's four steals were also a team high. Victor Wembanyama is the unquestioned starter at center, but Reed could compete with veteran Luke Kornet for playing time off the bench while fellow rookie Jayden Quaintance (knee) remains without a timetable to return.

Bradley tallied 10 points (5-5 FG) and two rebounds over seven minutes in Monday's 122-104 preseason loss to the Timberwolves.

Bradley made the most of his limited playing time, knocking down all five of his field-goal attempts down the stretch of Monday's defeat. With Karl-Anthony Towns slated to rest for the second half of the back-to-back set, Bradley could see extended minutes alongside Drew Eubanks and Andre Drummond at center Tuesday against the Raptors.

Wagner finished with 13 points (4-8 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT), five rebounds, an assist and two steals across 18 minutes off the bench in Monday's 131-122 preseason win over the Wizards.

Wagner provided an energetic contribution off Brooklyn's bench, scoring efficiently inside the arc and converting five of six free-throw attempts. The veteran big man also collected five rebounds and two steals, giving him a well-rounded stat line despite playing fewer than 20 minutes. Wagner's combination of scoring, rebounding and defensive production could make him a useful contributor if he earns consistent minutes, but as of now, he's slated to open the 2026-27 season as the backup center behind Day'Ron Sharpe.

Towns ended with 11 points (3-6 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four assists, two rebounds and one steal over 22 minutes in Monday's 122-104 preseason loss to Minnesota. He won't play Tuesday against Toronto for rest purposes, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.

Towns was solid, if unspectacular, as New York fell to 0-3 in preseason play. The standout center has played in each of the first three contests but will take a seat for the second half of the back-to-back set Tuesday at Toronto. Towns' next chance to suit up will come Thursday at home against the Raptors.

Landale totaled 17 points (7-11 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, five assists, three steals and two blocks across 21 minutes in Monday's 113-110 preseason win over Oklahoma City.

With Onyeka Okongwu (rest) inactive, Landale drew the start at center and performed admirably with a team-high 17 points. Monday marked the most action the veteran has seen this preseason and his second time scoring in double figures. Landale averaged 9.1 points, 4.1 rebounds and 1.7 assists across 23 appearances (two starts) with Atlanta during the 2025-26 regular season.

Mara put up 17 points (4-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 9-12 FT), 10 rebounds, six assists and five swats over 33 minutes in Monday's 113-110 preseason loss to the Hawks.

Mara got some extended run with Oklahoma City resting their entire starting lineup and some key reserves, and he came through with his first double-double of the preseason. Mara is loaded with upside, so he'll make for an intriguing plug-and-play option on the days the Thunder rest their stars.

Kornet is in the starting lineup for Monday's exhibition in Utah, Tom Orsborn of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

Victor Wembanyama (rest) is sitting this one out, so Kornet will get some time to shine in the first unit. Over 25 starts last season, Kornet averaged 7.8 points, 6.5 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.4 blocks per contest.

Zikarsky (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Monday's preseason game against the Knicks.

Zikarsky will be inactive for Monday's road tilt, presumably for rest purposes. The young center's next chance to suit up will come Wednesday against the Pistons.