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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.

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.

Robinson (undisclosed) is starting in Saturday's preseason game against the 76ers, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Robinson missed the previous preseason contest due to an undisclosed injury, but the big man will get the nod and start Saturday against a depleted 76ers team. Robinson is expected to be the defensive anchor in the Celtics' lineup when the regular season starts, but given his injury history, his workload should be monitored in the preseason.

Beringer is in the starting lineup for Saturday's preseason matchup with Miami.

Rudy Gobert (rest) won't play Saturday, so Beringer will get some time to shine as a starter. He has elite defensive instincts, but he also has a tendency to find himself in foul trouble.

Gobert (rest) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Heat.

Gobert and several other prominent Timberwolves players will be idle for Saturday's exhibition contest. The veteran center's next chance to play is Monday against the Knicks.

Cardwell (rest) has been ruled out for Saturday's exhibition game against Golden State, Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee reports.

Cardwell will get a breather Saturday, and his absence opens the door to more playing time for Alex Karaban, Precious Achiuwa and Daeqwon Plowden. Cardwell's next opportunity to play is Tuesday against Portland.

Sabonis (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's preseason game against the Warriors, Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee reports.

This will be Sabonis' second straight missed preseason game, and the Kings have not yet listed an injury for him. His next chance to play will come Tuesday against Portland. Maxime Raynaud and Precious Achiuwa should see a boost with Sabonis unavailable.

Ayton is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's preseason game against the Pistons, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

The Wizards will tweak their frontcourt and will have Alex Sarr next to Anthony Davis, meaning Ayton will move to the bench. Ayton is likely to see most of his regular-season minutes off the bench, with Sarr and Davis expected to start when healthy.

Sarr is in the starting lineup for Saturday's preseason matchup with the Pistons, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

Joining Sarr in the first unit for Saturday's exhibition will be Trae Young, Kyshawn George, AJ Dybantsa and Anthony Davis. Deandre Ayton will work in the second unit with Sarr active.