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Grimes finished with 16 points (5-7 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT) and one assist in 19 minutes during Monday's 127-103 preseason win over the Kings.

Grimes drew the start with Austin Reaves (ankle) and Collin Sexton (lower body) unavailable and didn't commit a turnover during an efficient Lakers debut. The 26-year-old is competing for a starting spot and should have a significant role regardless of where he ultimately lands in the rotation.

McDaniels supplied nine points (4-5 FG, 1-1 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist across 15 minutes in Monday's 116-97 preseason win over the Bucks.

McDaniels looked sharp in Minnesota's preseason opener Monday. With Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball headlining a star-studded Timberwolves' backcourt in 2026-27, McDaniels should find plenty of open looks from beyond the arc after shooting a career-high 41.2 percent from deep last regular season.

Mamukelashvili finished with eight points (3-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt), five assists, one rebound and two steals in 19 minutes during Monday's 127-103 preseason win over Sacramento.

Mamukelashvili showed off his versatility in his Lakers debut, with his five assists ranking second on the team. The 27-year-old is coming off a career-best 2025-26 regular season with Toronto and should have a consistent role in Los Angeles' frontcourt after signing a four-year deal during the offseason.

Philon finished with six points (2-9 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four assists and two rebounds in 25 minutes during Monday's 120-97 preseason win over the Knicks.

Philon struggled with his shot but didn't commit a turnover while receiving an extended look in Philadelphia's preseason opener. The rookie should continue to see opportunities during the preseason as the 76ers evaluate their backcourt depth.

Thomas finished with 11 points (5-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and one steal in 15 minutes during Monday's 120-97 preseason win over New York.

Thomas grabbed three offensive rebounds and made a strong impression in limited action. The undrafted rookie is competing for a roster spot, and Monday's performance was an encouraging start to his preseason.

Clarkson recorded six points (2-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-4 FT), four rebounds and one assist in 14 minutes during Monday's preseason loss to the 76ers.

Clarkson struggled to find his shot in his first preseason action, and all four of his rebounds came on the offensive glass. The veteran projects to provide scoring off New York's bench and should have a sizable role with the second unit.

Drummond finished with six points (2-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-5 FT), five rebounds, three blocks and one assist in 12 minutes during Monday's preseason loss to Philadelphia.

Drummond made his presence felt defensively despite the limited workload. He should provide New York with experienced frontcourt depth behind Karl-Anthony Towns.

Kolek recorded five points (2-5 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 0-1 FT), five assists, two rebounds and one block in 17 minutes during Monday's preseason loss to the 76ers.

Kolek didn't commit a turnover while leading the Knicks in assists. The third-year guard will continue competing for reserve backcourt minutes during the preseason.

Shamet finished with 10 points (4-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt) in 11 minutes during Monday's 120-97 preseason loss to Philadelphia.

Shamet provided a quick scoring punch off the bench and knocked down two of his five attempts from beyond the arc. The veteran guard should remain in the mix for reserve minutes on the wing, with his perimeter shooting being his primary path to playing time.

Cunningham finished with 10 points (3-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-3 FT), two rebounds, one assist and one steal in 16 minutes during Monday's preseason win over Phoenix.

Cunningham played exclusively in the first half as Detroit kept its franchise guard on a limited workload in the preseason opener. Despite the modest production, Cunningham remains the centerpiece of the Pistons' offense and should once again carry a substantial scoring and playmaking workload.