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Zikarsky totaled 16 points (6-7 FG, 4-6 FT), three rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block across 26 minutes during Monday night's 134-74 preseason win over the Guangzhou Loong-Lions.

This was quite the outburst from Zikarsky, who was held to only two points in 14 minutes during his club's previous exhibition against the Knicks on Thursday. He's unlikely to have much of a fantasy impact heading into the 2025-26 regular season considering he's behind Rudy Gobert, Naz Reid and Joan Beringer on the depth chart, likely opening the door for plenty of minutes in the G League.

Davis amassed 25 points (8-14 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 7-7 FT), six rebounds, two assists, two blocks and two steals across 25 minutes in Monday's 114-101 preseason win over the Jazz.

Davis delivered a well-rounded performance while leading all players in scoring. The star big man also tied the game high in blocks and matched the team-best mark in steals. The 32-year-old appeared in just nine regular-season games after being traded to Dallas in the 2024-25 campaign due to a left adductor strain, during which he averaged 20.0 points, 10.1 rebounds, 4.4 assists and 2.2 blocks across 29.4 minutes per game.

Nurkic notched 13 points (4-7 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-4 FT), 15 rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block across 24 minutes in Monday's 114-101 preseason loss to the Mavericks.

Nurkic tied the team-high mark in three-pointers and was one of five Jazz players to score in double figures. The veteran big man also led all players in rebounds. After being traded from Charlotte to Utah in June, Nurkic is expected to back up Walker Kessler (shoulder) during the 2025-26 campaign.

Bassey had seven points (3-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 17 rebounds, five blocks, two steals and one assist in 31 minutes during Monday's preseason win over the Heat.

Following a successful Summer League stint with the Celtics, Atlanta signed Bassey during the offseason, presumably to provide the team with more frontcourt depth. He reminded everyone just what he can do during the win, dominating the glass while recording seven combined steals and blocks. While this was a strong performance, it should be noted that the Hawks rested the entire starting five, as well as a number of rotation pieces.

Bagley recorded 18 points (7-8 FG, 4-6 FT), 11 rebounds, three assists, two steals and one block across 24 minutes in Monday's 120-103 preseason win over the Knicks.

With Alex Sarr (rest) sidelined, Bagley got the starting nod in Monday's contest. The big man led the Wizards in scoring and also grabbed a game-high 11 rebounds. The 26-year-old signed a one-year deal with Washington and is likely to compete for playing time with Tristan Vukcevic and Anthony Gill behind Sarr.

Wembanyama tallied 27 points (9-13 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 7-7 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists, three steals and one block across 25 minutes in Monday's 124-108 preseason win over the Pacers.

Wembanyama stuffed the stat sheet, recording a double-double on efficient shooting. His scoring output has steadily climbed throughout the preseason, though his 19 turnovers across four exhibition games are worth noting. The 2024 No. 1 overall pick will have one final tune-up opportunity Friday against the Pacers before the regular season begins.

Adebayo (knee) won't return to Monday's preseason game against the Hawks, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Adebayo exited to the locker room in the third quarter due to a right knee contusion and will be held out the remainder of the game. He'll finish with 13 points (4-11 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 5-7 FT), nine rebounds and three assists across 19 minutes. The big man's status will be worth monitoring ahead of Friday's preseason finale against Memphis.

Reid (rest) has been ruled out for Monday's exhibition against the Guangzhou Loong-Lions.

Reid, along with several other Timberwolves regulars, will rest Monday after appearing in the team's first three preseason games. The big man's next opportunity to suit up comes Thursday against the Bulls.

Gobert (rest) has been ruled out for Monday's exhibition against the Guangzhou Loong-Lions.

Gobert, who appeared in the Timberwolves' first three preseason games, will rest Monday, allowing Joan Beringer to draw the start. The veteran center's next opportunity to take the court will come Thursday against the Bulls.

Adebayo is questionable to return to Monday's preseason game against Atlanta due to a right knee contusion.

Adebayo went up for a shot and landed awkwardly before limping to the locker room in the third quarter. If the big man is unable to return, Kel'el Ware and Precious Achiuwa are candidates for a bump in minutes the rest of the way.