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Davis recorded 16 points (6-11 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and one block in 17 minutes during Thursday's 111-109 preseason win over the Knicks.

Davis knocked home a pair of triples and was efficient from the field on the way to a team-high 16 points. He also made an impact on the glass during his brief time on the court. Overall, this can be considered a successful preseason debut by Davis, who was limited to 20 games a year ago due to ligament damage in his left hand along with calf and groin injuries.

Looney will start Thursday's preseason game against the Kings, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.

Looney started Monday's preseason-opening win over Sacramento but shifted to the bench in Tuesday's loss to Golden State. He'll join Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, Adou Thiero and Quentin Grimes in the first unit Thursday.

Raynaud will start Thursday's preseason game against the Lakers, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.

With Domantas Sabonis (undisclosed) out, Raynaud will step into the starting five. He'll be joined in the first unit by Darius Acuff, Zach LaVine, De'Andre Hunter and Precious Achiuwa.

Missi amassed 11 points (4-6 FG, 3-5 FT) and nine rebounds across 19 minutes in Thursday's 128-118 preseason loss to Miami.

Missi turned in an efficient performance from the field and was one of six Pelicans players to score in double figures. He also tied for the game-high mark in rebounds. The big man is in line to open the regular season as New Orleans' starting center but may have to compete for additional playing time with the likes of Derik Queen and Karlo Matkovic.

Sabonis (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Thursday's preseason matchup with the Lakers, Brenden Nunes of KHTK Sactown Sports 1140 reports.

After supplying four points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and three assists in 10 minutes during Monday's preseason-opening loss to the Lakers, Sabonis will be held out of Thursday's contest for undisclosed reasons. The big man's next opportunity to suit up in the preseason will come Saturday against Golden State.

Kessler (finger) won't play in Thursday's preseason game against the Kings, Benjamin Royer of The Orange County Register reports.

Kessler will miss a third consecutive contest due to a finger injury, though head coach JJ Redick isn't concerned that it's a long-term issue, per Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com. The big man's next opportunity to play in the preseason will come Tuesday against the Warriors.

Wagner is in the starting lineup for Thursday's preseason game against the 76ers, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

The Nets will be without Day'Ron Sharpe (shoulder) for this preseason contest, meaning Wagner will get the nod at center. It will be an opportunity to see how Wagner plays alongside Julius Randle, who will get the nod at power forward.

Ayton will start Thursday's preseason game against the Knicks, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

Ayton will get a look with the first unit while Alex Sarr continues to recover from offseason foot surgery. He'll start alongside Trae Young, Kyshawn George, AJ Dybantsa and Anthony Davis.

Williams (undisclosed) is out for Thursday's preseason game against the Hawks, Matt Guzman of SI.com reports.

Williams won't be an option for this contest, but the big man isn't likely to play a big role with the Spurs anytime soon. He's expected to play for the Austin Spurs in the G League in the 2026-27 campaign. His next chance to play in the preseason will come against the Suns on Saturday.

Robinson (undisclosed) won't play in Thursday's preseason game against the Cavaliers, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Robinson will join several other rotation players on the sidelines for Boston's preseason opener. The big man's next chance to play in the preseason will come Saturday against the 76ers.