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Robinson (rest) is out for Friday's preseason finale against the Hornets, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.

The oft-injured big man will join some of the New York starters in street clothes Friday. Robinson is expected to open the season in a starting spot, but his injury history makes him a somewhat risky fantasy selection this fall.

The Pistons waived Bediako on Friday, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

Bediako lasted 16 days on the Pistons' roster, but he had no real shot at making the Opening Night rotation out of training camp and preseason. There's a big chance they signed him just to secure his G League rights for the 2025-26 campaign, as he's expected to play for the Motor City Cruise.

Carey signed with the Rockets on Friday, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.com reports.

The Rockets don't have any preseason games left, so Carey seems ticketed for an assignment to the Rio Grande Valley Vipers sooner rather than later, as the specifics of the deal he signed are unknown. Carey hasn't played in an NBA regular-season game since the 2022-23 season, when he made 11 appearances off the bench for the Wizards.

Powell posted four points (2-2 FT), two rebounds, one assist and two steals in nine minutes during Wednesday's 121-94 preseason win over the Lakers.

Powell averaged 5.5 points and 4.5 rebounds in 14.4 minutes across four preseason games. With Daniel Gafford (ankle) banged up, Powell may be in store for elevated minutes behind Dereck Lively and Anthony Davis to begin the regular season.

Gafford (ankle) was limited to individual work at Friday's practice, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Gafford remains restricted due to a sprained ankle, which he suffered during the first day of Dallas' training camp. If the big man cannot gain clearance before Wednesday's season opener against the Spurs, Dereck Lively would be in line for a heavier dose of playing time at center.

Kleber (quadriceps) has been cleared for action and hopes to play in Friday's preseason finale against the Kings, Dan Woike of The Athletic reports.

A quadriceps injury has bothered Kleber throughout training camp, but he has the green light to return to the floor. The veteran big man should be available off the bench if the Lakers want him to get some final exhibition reps.

Tilmon signed a contract with the Bucks on Thursday, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

The Bucks are simply filling out their G League roster. Tilmon will soon be waived so he can join the Wisconsin Herd.

Sarr registered 10 points (2-8 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 6-6 FT), nine rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 23 minutes of Thursday's 119-98 preseason loss to Detroit.

Sarr struggled to score efficiently from the field, and that was a consistent theme during his rookie season. And if Thursday was any indication, Sarr has the green light to shoot from beyond the arc as he continues to expand his game. Apart from his offensive shortcomings, there's a lot to like here in terms of defense and rebounding from a fantasy perspective.

Gobert logged 16 points (7-12 FG, 2-5 FT), eight rebounds, one assist, one steal and two blocks in 26 minutes of Thursday's 126-120 preseason loss to Chicago.

The Timberwolves treated this as a dress rehearsal for the most part, although the starters did not see full workloads. Through four exhibitions, Gobert holds averages of 8.0 points, 6.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 1.0 steals and 1.0 blocks in 19.6 minutes.

Embiid (knee) will make his preseason debut Friday against the Timberwolves, according to NBA reporter Chris Haynes.

Embiid scrimmaged Sunday and drew a lot of positive reviews from coaches and players. He has continued to ramp up his rehab at recent practices, though he did get a planned maintenance day Thursday. Given the circumstances, it's likely that Embiid is eased back into action with a modest workload, but he's going to start and maybe play into the second half.