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Duren (rest) is expected to play at some point this preseason, per Hunter Patterson of The Athletic.

After Duren engaged in a long standoff regarding contract negotiations with Detroit, the Pistons are monitoring the big man's reps as he ramps up his activity at training camp. His next chance to see exhibition action comes Saturday in Washington.

Johnson (hamstring) is practicing in a limited fashion, per Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel.

Johnson doesn't sound like a candidate for preseason reps, but it's encouraging to hear he's progressing in his hamstring recovery. A two-way player, Johnson will likely be shuttled to the G League's Sioux Falls Skyforce once healthy later this fall.

Wiggins is dealing with an illness, per Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel.

Wiggins was limited at practice Wednesday and sat out Tuesday's scrimmage, per Eric Nehm of The Athletic. His status is in question for Thursday's preseason game against the Pelicans, but Wiggins isn't in jeopardy of missing regular-season action.

Larsson didn't practice Wednesday due to an illness, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

The severity of Larsson's illness is unclear, leaving his status for Thursday's preseason game against New Orleans uncertain. He wasn't able to participate in Tuesday's scrimmage. His participation in Thursday's shootaround should provide more clarity on his availability.

LaRavia registered nine points (3-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-3 FT), three rebounds, one assist, three steals and one block across 22 minutes in Tuesday's 124-98 preseason loss to the Warriors.

The Lakers sat several key contributors for the second half of this back-to-back set, allowing LaRavia to draw the start Tuesday. LaRavia is contending with Matisse Thybulle for the team's final starting position, a battle that remains worth watching throughout the rest of training camp.

Hardy registered 13 points (4-12 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, three assists and two steals and an assist across 19 minutes in Tuesday's 124-98 preseason loss to the Warriors.

After coming over from Washington this past summer, Hardy is trying to make a case for a bench role with the Lakers. The combo guard looks to be quite lost in the shuffle, but Hardy could inch his way up the depth chart once Los Angeles begins to trim its roster.

Okogie finished with eight points (3-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 0-1 FT), three rebounds, three assists and one steal in 25 minutes during Tuesday's 117-106 preseason loss to Denver.

Okogie led the second unit in minutes Tuesday. The veteran swingman appears to be competing with Brice Sensabaugh for an Opening Night reserve role, so Okogie's fantasy appeal looks to be limited.

Bamba finished with eight points (4-6 FG) and 10 rebounds in 20 minutes during Tuesday's 117-106 preseason loss to Denver.

Despite coming off the bench, Bamba flirted with a double-double Tuesday. The journeyman big man is contending for the backup center role behind Jusuf Nurkic, but Bamba looks to be trailing Jaxson Hayes for playing time.

Jackson finished with seven points (2-3 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-3 FT), one rebound and one block in 16 minutes during Tuesday's 117-106 preseason loss to Denver.

Jackson showed well in limited action Tuesday. The star big man is being drafted around the fourth round in most fantasy leagues, and he's all set to be one of Utah's top scoring options in 2026-27 alongside Lauri Markkanen and Keyonte George.

Holmes finished with four points (1-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one block in eight minutes during Tuesday's 117-106 preseason win over the Jazz.

Holmes grabbed two offensive rebounds and didn't commit a turnover during his brief stint. The young big remains part of Denver's frontcourt depth and will look to carve out a consistent role during the preseason.