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Garland recorded 11 points (4-11 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and four assists across 19 minutes in Saturday's 114-106 preseason loss to the Raptors.

Garland struggled to find his shooting rhythm, but he contributed as a facilitator, leading the Clippers' starters with four assists while committing just one turnover. The veteran guard played fewer than 20 minutes as Los Angeles distributed playing time throughout its roster, but fantasy managers shouldn't be worried about the limited playing time. He's penciled as the starting floor general ahead of the regular-season opener against the Kings on Wednesday, Oct. 21.

Black (face) registered nine points (3-4 FG, 3-3 3Pt), three rebounds and two steals over 17 minutes in Saturday's 111-106 preseason loss to the Warriors.

Black exited Thursday's exhibition after getting whacked in the face and did not return, but he was back out there Saturday night and didn't seem any worse for the wear. Black is on a training camp deal with the Kings, so he's not guaranteed a regular-season roster spot.

Hepburn (hamstring) didn't return to Saturday's preseason game against the Clippers.

Hepburn appeared to tweak his hamstring late in the third quarter, logging just one minute and committing a foul. Further tests will be needed to determine whether he'll be able to suit up against the Knicks on Tuesday in the next preseason game.

McConnell (undisclosed) did not play during Saturday's 119-117 preseason loss to the Hawks.

McConnell has not been practicing and has not played this preseason, but the Pacers have not disclosed exactly what he's dealing with. His next chance to suit up will come Tuesday in Oklahoma City.

Cunningham (rest) didn't play in Saturday's 114-108 preseason loss to the Wizards.

Cunningham wasn't announced in the starting lineup for this contest, with Daniss Jenkins taking his place, but the star guard didn't even step on the hardwood. This was likely a precautionary move to manage Cunningham's workload before the start of the regular season, so fantasy managers shouldn't worry too much about his absence. His next chance to play in the preseason will come Wednesday against the Timberwolves.

Acuff posted 25 points (8-15 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 5-5 FT), four rebounds and eight assists across 27 minutes in Saturday's 111-106 preseason loss to the Warriors.

Acuff scored a game-high 25 points and traded blows with fellow rookie Yaxel Lendeborg, who scored 23 for the Warriors. This was a step in the right direction for Acuff, who posted 12 points on 4-for-15 shooting in Thursday's loss to the Lakers. He should continue to see ample playing time in the preseason ahead of the regular-season opener against the Clippers on Wednesday, Oct. 21.

Lendeborg produced 23 points (10-14 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds, six assists, two steals and one block over 24 minutes in Saturday's 111-106 preseason win over the Kings.

After a lackluster preseason debut, Lendeborg has caught fire over the past two, scoring efficiently while bringing a little bit of everything to the box score. He should start for the Warriors right away and makes for an intriguing late-round target on draft day.

Niang (rest) recorded 13 points (4-6 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and one rebound over 19 minutes in Saturday's 111-106 preseason win over the Kings.

Niang skipped Wednesday's exhibition in Portland, but he was back in the mix Saturday and played well off the bench. Niang should be a rotation player for the Warriors this season, but his game doesn't really translate in fantasy leagues.

Payton (rest) contributed zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt), two rebounds and one steal over 19 minutes in Saturday's 111-106 preseason win over the Kings.

Payton did not travel for Wednesday's exhibition in Portland, but he returned to the floor for Saturday's preseason game. With the offseason addition of Brandon Williams, Payton could have a tough time consistently getting into the rotation this season.

Melton finished Saturday's 111-106 preseason win over the Kings with zero points (0-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist, three blocks and one steal.

Melton was on the court for Saturday's exhibition game after not playing against Portland on Wednesday. It wasn't exactly a great showing from the veteran guard, who failed to score a point while finishing with a minus-13 point differential. Melton is expected to serve as the top rotational guard off the bench for the Warriors this season, operating behind starters Stephen Curry and Brandin Podziemski.