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Cardwell registered 15 points (5-8 FG, 3-3 FT), nine rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 25 minutes during Thursday's 91-85 Summer League win over the Clippers.

The Auburn product made an immediate impact around the rim, finishing efficiently while falling one rebound shy of a double-double. After a standout rookie campaign in 2025-26, Cardwell will make a serious push for a rotation role ahead of Opening Night, especially if the Kings move on from Domantas Sabonis.

Reed supplied 14 points (5-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and one steal across 21 minutes in Thursday's 93-66 Summer League loss to the Hawks.

Reed turned in an efficient performance and led the Spurs in scoring during their Las Vegas Summer League opener, finishing as one of four San Antonio players to score in double figures. The 2026 No. 26 overall pick also grabbed a game-high 10 rebounds, marking his second double-double across three appearances this summer.

Beringer produced 18 points (7-15 FG, 3-3 FT), 12 rebounds, four blocks, one assist and one steal across 25 minutes in Thursday's 105-92 Summer League win over the Pelicans.

Beringer started at power forward and turned in a solid all-around performance in Minnesota's Las Vegas Summer League opener. The 19-year-old big man finished third on the Timberwolves in scoring while leading all players in rebounds and blocks. With Julius Randle and Naz Reid out of the picture, Beringer has the opportunity to carve out a much more significant role in his second season in the Association.

Bassey agreed to a one-year deal with the Warriors on Thursday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Bassey joined the Warriors for the end of the 2025-26 campaign, averaging 10.6 points, 7.2 rebounds and 1.4 blocks in 20.2 minutes per game over five regular-season appearances with Golden State. He'll rejoin the club for 2026-27 and figures to provide center depth behind Kristaps Porzingis and Al Horford.

Ejiofor (rest) is in the starting lineup for Thursday's Summer League game against the Spurs, per Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network.

Ejiofor sat out Tuesday's Salt Lake City Summer League contest against the Grizzlies for maintenance purposes, but he's set to return to action in Las Vegas on Thursday. The St. John's product is looking to leave a strong impression this summer as he makes a case for a rotation spot with Atlanta ahead of the 2026-27 campaign, though Jock Landale (ankle) and Mouhamed Gueye appear to be the early favorites for the backup center minutes behind Onyeka Okongwu.

Raynaud (rest) is out for Thursday's Summer League game against the Clippers, per Brenden Nunes of KHTK Sactown Sports 1140.

The Kings are taking a cautious approach with the 2025 second-rounder's reps this summer. His next chance to play arrives Sunday against the Wizards.

The Nuggets will waive Valanciunas, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports Wednesday.

Valanciunas was traded from Sacramento to Denver last offseason and averaged 8.7 points, 5.1 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 13.4 minutes per tilt across 65 regular-season appearances (six starts) with the Nuggets in 2025-26. It's unclear whether the veteran center intends to remain in the NBA or head overseas, though he'll likely draw interest from several teams seeking a backup center and veteran presence.

The Warriors did not match the Grizzlies' three-year, $30 million offer sheet for Post on Tuesday, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Post is now officially a member of the Grizzlies after spending the first two seasons of his career with the Warriors. The big man appeared in 67 regular-season games (35 starts) in 2025-26, averaging 7.7 points, 4.0 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 17.3 minutes per contest. While he could carve out a more significant role with the rebuilding Grizzlies, Post will still likely have to compete for playing time with the likes of Isaiah Stewart and Taylor Hendricks behind Zach Edey (ankle).

Dickinson signed a two-way contract with the Pelicans on Tuesday, Paul Garcia of The Spot Up Shot reports.

Dickinson was also signed to a two-way deal with the Pelicans last season, during which he averaged 2.4 points in 8.4 minutes per game across just five regular-season appearances. He'll likely continue spending most of his time with the Pelicans' G League affiliate, the Birmingham Squadron, in 2026-27.

Mara (undisclosed) didn't play in Tuesday's 103-69 Salt Lake City Summer League loss to the Jazz.

Mara logged 23 minutes in Monday's loss to the Hawks, so it's possible he was simply given a rest day on the second leg of this back-to-back set. The big man's next chance to play will come in the Thunder's Las Vegas Summer League opener against the Lakers on Friday.