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LaVine (rest) will play in Friday's preseason game against San Antonio, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

LaVine didn't play in Tuesday's exhibition versus Portland. However, he will suit up for the Kings' final preseason game before Opening Night. The 31-year-old will be looking to bounce back during the 2026-27 campaign after averaging 19.2 points, 2.8 rebounds and 2.3 assists over 31.4 minutes in just 39 regular-season games in 2025-26.

Simmons (rest) is available for Friday's preseason finale against San Antonio, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

Simmons will return from a one-game absence for rest purposes. He's expected to open the regular season as a member of Sacramento's starting five.

Sabonis (undisclosed) is available for Friday's preseason finale against the Spurs, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

Sabonis is back after a three-game absence to close out the preseason. He'll likely start, which should push Precious Achiuwa back to the second unit.

Gilbert (knee) is available for Friday's preseason finale against the Mavericks, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Gilbert has the green light after missing time with a knee injury, but with all of Atlanta's regulars available for the final exhibition, it's unclear how many minutes he will play. Gilbert is on a two-way contract with Atlanta after appearing in one regular-season game for the Hawks last season.

Hunter (rest) is available to play in Friday's exhibition against the Spurs, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

Hunter missed Tuesday's preseason loss to Portland for maintenance, but he's been cleared for Sacramento's preseason finale. Hunter is averaging 3.3 points, 2.3 rebounds and 2.3 turnovers per game this preseason.

Christie agreed to a two-way contract with the Clippers on Friday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Christie will rejoin the Clippers after being waived by the club Wednesday. The 21-year-old swingman appeared in 55 regular-season games last season, averaging 2.8 points across 8.7 minutes per contest.

Monk (ankle) could miss time to begin the 2026-27 campaign, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

Monk has been dealing with left ankle soreness throughout training camp and the preseason. While he hasn't been ruled out for Opening Night against Los Angeles, his availability will hinge on "how the ankle responds" leading up to the contest. If Monk isn't available, Nique Clifford should be considered the favorite to see more minutes.

Acuff (rest) is available for Friday's preseason finale in San Antonio, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

Acuff skipped Tuesday's preseason loss to the Trail Blazers for rest purposes, but he'll be back in action for Friday's final exhibition game. Acuff's return will likely shift Elfrid Payton back to the second unit.

Lyles (rest) has been ruled out for Friday's preseason game against Chicago, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

Lyles is one of many Timberwolves players sitting out the team's preseason finale. His next chance to play will come in Wednesday's regular-season opener against Miami.

Hyland (rest) won't play in Friday's preseason game against Chicago, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

Hyland will receive Friday night off, joining several other key players on the inactive list for Minnesota. Isaiah Evans and Zyon Pullin will both likely see a significant bump in minutes Friday.