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Hunter is not in the Kings' starting lineup against the Warriors on Saturday, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

Hunter has started in each of the Kings' first two preseason games, but he'll come off the bench Saturday while Keegan Murray, Ben Simmons and Precious Achiuwa make up Sacramento's starting frontcourt. Hunter logged only three points over 13 minutes during Monday's preseason loss to the Lakers.

Raynaud is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's preseason game against the Warriors, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

Even though Domantas Sabonis (undisclosed) is out Saturday, Raynaud won't start, as Precious Achiuwa will get the nod at center. Raynaud has posted solid numbers in the preseason, tallying 25 points and 18 rebounds across two appearances, and he's expected to see steady minutes in the frontcourt, though he'll mainly operate as Sabonis' backup when the former is healthy.

Bassey will come off the bench in Saturday's exhibition against the Kings.

Draymond Green (rest) is back and starting after skipping Wednesday's exhibition, so Bassey will shift back to a reserve role. As a member of the second unit this preseason, Bassey is averaging 8.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, 1.5 steals and 1.5 blocks per contest.

Simmons is in the Kings' starting five against the Warriors on Saturday, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

Simmons has been cleared to make his Kings debut for Saturday's exhibition game, and he will join Precious Achiuwa and Keegan Murray in the front court against Golden State. Simmons last saw regular-season action in the 2024-25 season, when he appeared in 51 games between the Nets (33 games) and the Clippers (18 games).

Richard will come off the bench in Saturday's preseason game against the Kings.

Gui Santos will replace Richard in the first unit for Saturday's exhibition. As a reserve this preseason, Richard is averaging 3.5 points and 1.5 rebounds per game.

Leons is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's preseason game against the Kings.

The Warriors are starting a lineup that should be close to their first unit on Opening Night, so Leons is heading back to the bench. Leons, who averaged 3.3 points, 2.1 rebounds, 0.9 assists, 0.6 steals and 0.4 blocks in 11.0 minutes per game across 25 regular-season appearances in 2025-26, is competing for a rotation role ahead of the new campaign.

Williams will come off the bench in Saturday's preseason game against the Kings.

Stephen Curry is back and starting after skipping Wednesday's exhibition, so Williams will return to a reserve role. However, with Curry set to play just the first half of Saturday's exhibition, Williams should still see quality minutes.

Terry is not in the Warriors' starting lineup against the Kings on Saturday.

Terry will revert to a rotational role Saturday, as the Warriors are rolling with their expected starting five, which includes Stephen Curry and Brandin Podziemski. Terry played 43 minutes against the Trail Blazers on Wednesday and finished with 23 points, nine assists, eight rebounds and four steals.

Queta (rest) is available for Saturday's game against the 76ers, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Queta didn't play against the Cavaliers on Thursday, but there's no indication that he won't be available for Saturday's game. Mitchell Robinson (rest) is starting at center, so Queta will come off the bench against Philadelphia.

Hauser (rest) is available for Saturday's preseason contest against the 76ers, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Hauser didn't play in the preseason win over the Cavaliers on Thursday, but he'll be able to log minutes off the bench in this contest. Hauser has a strong grip on a rotation spot, and a strong showing in preseason could boost his chances to earn consistent playing time once the regular season starts. He's projected to open the season as the backup small forward behind Paul George.