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The Knicks will waive Agbaji on Wednesday, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.

Agbaji was on a non-guaranteed contract for training camp and will now be free to seek opportunities elsewhere. The wing holds career regular-season averages of 7.2 points, 2.7 rebounds and 1.1 assists.

Ball recorded three points (1-5 FG, 1-4 3Pt), two rebounds and six assists across 18 minutes in Wednesday's 128-106 preseason loss to Detroit.

Ball struggled to generate offense for himself, making just one field goal and committing three turnovers. However, he continued to facilitate for his teammates, leading Minnesota's starters with six assists despite the limited playing time. The Timberwolves will look for greater scoring efficiency from their new point guard as he develops chemistry with Anthony Edwards and the rest of the starting unit.

Gobert finished with eight points (3-4 FG, 2-2 FT), four rebounds and one assist across 22 minutes in Wednesday's 128-106 preseason loss to the Pistons.

Gobert converted three of his four attempts from the field but was unusually quiet on the glass, collecting just four rebounds while failing to register a block. Minnesota struggled to contain Detroit's interior attack, though Gobert's established role as the team's defensive anchor should remain secure entering the regular season.

Kuminga (soreness) recorded 16 points (5-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 4-5 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one steal across 22 minutes in Wednesday's 128-106 preseason loss to Detroit.

After missing Minnesota's previous two exhibitions due to soreness, Kuminga showed little rust in his return, missing just one field-goal attempt while connecting twice from beyond the arc. His efficient performance and 22-minute workload were positive developments as he works toward being fully ready for the regular season.

Robinson tallied 15 points (5-8 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds and one assist across 24 minutes in Wednesday's 128-106 preseason win over Minnesota.

Robinson caught fire from beyond the arc, drilling four of his five three-point attempts while adding a handful of rebounds in a starting role. His perimeter shooting helped Detroit stretch the floor, and the veteran sharpshooter should remain an important source of three-point production as the Pistons prepare for the regular season.

Smith finished with six points (3-4 FG), six rebounds, two assists and one block in 10 minutes during Wednesday's 128-106 preseason victory over the Timberwolves.

Smith collected five defensive rebounds and converted three of his four shots, making a noticeable impact despite his brief appearance. The reserve big man also avoided committing a turnover, but he faces considerable competition for frontcourt minutes behind Detroit's established rotation players.

Holland recorded nine points (4-6 FG, 1-1 FT), three rebounds and one assist across 15 minutes in Wednesday's 128-106 preseason win over Minnesota.

Holland did all his scoring inside the arc or at the free-throw line, making four of his six field-goal attempts while collecting two offensive rebounds. The third-year wing made productive use of his limited opportunities, though Detroit's depth on the perimeter could make consistent playing time difficult to secure.

Isaac (personal, knee) participated in Thursday's practice but is still ramping up his activity, according to Orlando Magic Daily.

Isaac previously missed time during the preseason due to personal reasons but has since rejoined the team on the court. Although his participation in practice is a positive development, his status for Friday's exhibition against Miami has yet to be determined. The Magic now have their full roster participating in on-court activities.

Black (ankle) participated in Thursday's practice but remains in the process of ramping up his activity, according to Orlando Magic Daily.

Black has been working his way back from a right ankle sprain, and his participation in practice marks another step toward a return to game action. However, his availability for Friday's preseason finale against Miami remains uncertain. Orlando may elect to take a cautious approach with the guard ahead of the regular season.

Jovic played 23 minutes off the bench during Wednesday's preseason win over the Nets, scoring five points (2-4 FG, 1-3 3Pt) and adding seven assists and five rebounds.

While he left the scoring to others, Jovic still made a strong contribution from the second unit. The 23-year-old big has struggled to stay healthy and establish himself as a regular part of the Heat rotation in his first four NBA seasons, never playing more than 47 regular-season games, and the offseason additions of Bobby Portis and Nick Richards will make bench minutes in the frontcourt even harder to come by.