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Queen totaled six points (1-9 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists and two steals across 19 minutes in Wednesday's 101-97 preseason win over Dallas.

Queen struggled mightily from the field but was a force on the glass, hauling in a game-high 11 rebounds. The 21-year-old has grabbed at least eight rebounds in all three of his preseason appearances. With Zion Williamson and Yves Missi expected to occupy the starting frontcourt spots, health permitting, Queen will likely be relegated to the second unit. However, the Maryland product should still have a sizable role this year after averaging 11.7 points, 7.1 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 1.0 steals across 81 regular-season games (48 starts) as a rookie in 2025-26.

Duren finished with 24 points (8-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 8-8 FT), three rebounds, one assist, two steals and one block across 15 minutes in Wednesday's 128-106 preseason victory over Minnesota.

Duren appeared in his first preseason game, and while he wasn't on the floor long, he still ended with the game high in points. The 2022 No. 13 overall pick, who just agreed to a five-year extension with Detroit, finished the 2025-26 campaign by averaging a career-high 19.5 points along with 10.5 rebounds and 2.0 assists over 28.2 minutes per contest. Duren also appeared in at least 70 games for the second consecutive season.

Reed logged four points (2-2 FG), nine rebounds, one assist, three blocks and one steal over 21 minutes during Wednesday's 123-103 preseason win over Phoenix.

Reed was one board shy from reaching double-digits in that category for a second consecutive game, and he showed off his defensive prowess with four combined blocks and steals. Luke Kornet (rest) was the Spurs' main rotational big man behind Victor Wembanyama last season, but Reed should have some opportunities to contribute off the bench during his rookie campaign.

Wembanyama finished with 19 points (9-14 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, three assists, two steals and four blocks across 23 minutes in Wednesday's 123-103 preseason win over Phoenix.

Wembanyama appeared in his third preseason game. While the 22-year-old played better Wednesday than he did in the other two contests, it still wasn't his best showing. Wembanyama hasn't shot the ball well throughout the preseason, though he should warm up at some point soon. The 2023 No. 1 overall pick is coming off his best campaign, averaging 25.0 points, 11.5 rebounds, 3.1 assists, 3.1 blocks and 1.0 steals over 29.2 minutes per contest. However, he was limited to just 64 regular-season games after appearing in 46 in 2024-25.

Reed supplied seven points (2-4 FG, 3-3 FT), three rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal across 16 minutes in Wednesday's 128-106 preseason win over Minnesota.

With Jalen Duren (reconditioning) back in action, Reed shifted to the bench after starting Detroit's first two preseason games. The big man failed to score in double figures after reaching that mark in each of his first two outings. However, he made an impact defensively with a game-high two blocks. Reed is in line to serve as Duren's primary backup during the regular season.

Cisse exited Wednesday's 101-97 preseason loss to New Orleans due to a left ankle sprain.

Cisse exited early, though Dallas head coach Dusty May downplayed the severity of the injury. "They said he tweaked an ankle and I don't think preseason is a reason to push it," May said, per Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News. As such, the Mavericks could opt to hold Cisse out of Friday's preseason finale against Atlanta.

Zikarsky (undisclosed) was unavailable for Wednesday's 128-106 preseason loss to Detroit.

Zikarsky appeared in two of Minnesota's first three preseason games but has been unavailable for the club's past two contests. His next chance to suit up will come Friday against Chicago.

Kelley (calf) did not play during Saturday's 144-128 preseason win over Brooklyn.

Kelley signed a deal with Miami on Thursday but has yet to see any game action. His current health status hasn't been disclosed, though the big man's Summer League stint was cut short by a right calf strain that could still be a factor. Kelley's final chance to suit up during the preseason will come Friday against the Magic.

Lopez is not listed in the starting lineup for Wednesday's preseason game against Denver, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.

Lopez will come off the bench Wednesday after starting in Saturday's loss to the Raptors. The veteran has had a quiet preseason, averaging 3.5 points and 5.0 rebounds over 11.2 minutes per contest (two games).

Jackson will start in Wednesday's preseason game against the Nuggets, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.

Jackson will make his second start of the preseason. The 24-year-old started in 14 regular-season games in 2025-26, averaging 8.1 points, 5.6 rebounds and 1.1 assists over 19.7 minutes per contest.