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VanVleet finished with 17 points (5-12 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 2-3 FT), seven assists, two rebounds and two steals in 24 minutes during Friday's 135-117 preseason win over Dallas.

VanVleet made his first appearance since suffering an ACL injury more than 12 months ago. Despite the layoff, VanVleet looked good in his 24 minutes, providing the team with some much-needed guidance. Although there could be some limitations heading into the season proper, the fact that he played 24 minutes in what was basically a meaningless game bodes well for anyone willing to take a chance on him in drafts.

Robinson signed a training camp contract with the Cavaliers on Friday, Paul Garcia of The Spot Up Shot reports.

Robinson could compete for a spot on Cleveland's regular-season roster in the preseason, with his first chance to play coming Sunday against Orlando. However, the club owns his G League rights and could waive him at any time.

Jones (hip) has been ruled out for Friday's preseason game against the Grizzlies, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.

Jones is still considered day-to-day due to a left hip injury, with his next chance to play coming in Sunday's exhibition against Denver. In the meantime, Dailyn Swain and Jordan Hawkins could see increased playing time.

Smith (foot) has been ruled out for Friday's preseason game against the Grizzlies, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.

Smith is dealing with left foot soreness, and his next chance to suit up will come in Sunday's exhibition against Denver. With Nic Claxton (hamstring) and Zach Collins (toe) also out, Tobe Awaka and Leonard Miller figure to see increased burn Friday.

Collins (toe) won't play in Friday's preseason game against the Grizzlies, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.

Collins is sitting out this exhibition but is nearing a return to the floor. The big man's next opportunity to suit up comes Sunday in Denver.

Sellers (back) won't play in Friday's preseason game against the Grizzlies, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.

Sellers continues to nurse lower-back soreness. His next chance to play comes Sunday in Denver.

Koloko was waived by the Pelicans on Friday, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.com reports.

Koloko won't make the Pelicans' regular-season roster after signing with the team in July. The big man bounced around the league in 2025-26, averaging 2.7 points, 3.0 rebounds and 0.9 blocks in 13.2 minutes per game across 27 regular-season appearances (four starts) between the Hawks, Grizzlies and Lakers.

Marshall tallied 16 points (7-14 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds and three assists in 24 minutes during Friday's 135-117 preseason loss to Houston.

Marshall got to start for a short-handed Mavericks team in their preseason opener, but that's expected to change once the regular season begins. Noah Weber of TheSmokingCuban.com believes Marshall's playmaking and finishing prowess could allow him to operate more as a point guard off the bench this year, so the forward should still handle a significant role as a member of the second unit.

Black (ankle) was a full participant in Friday's practice, per Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel.

Black sounds to be making good progress in his recovery from a right ankle sprain. The fourth-year guard has a chance to make his preseason debut Sunday against Cleveland as he prepares to occupy the sixth man role for Orlando this season.

Head coach Jordan Ott said Friday that Bridges' (ankle) X-rays came back negative, and he participated in Friday's practice, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Bridges exited Wednesday's preseason loss to the Bulls with a right ankle injury and did not return, though this news bodes well for his status ahead of the regular season. Ott added that the team will "be smart" with Bridges moving forward, so it wouldn't be surprising if he missed time during the preseason. The 28-year-old forward can be considered questionable for Saturday's exhibition against San Antonio until the Suns provide an update.