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This will be a second straight absence for Konchar, while this will be the ninth consecutive for Williams. Scotty Pippen Jr. and Desmond Bane should be the starting backcourt once again, though the Grizzlies have made plenty of changes game to game this season.

There had been rumblings recently that Griffin, the 16th overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft, was unsure if he wanted to continue his NBA career. On Friday, he and the Rockets agreed on a contract buyout, and Griffin is now evaluating his next steps as a professional. Hopefully, Griffin will find some peace, regardless of his final decision. He missed some time last season for personal reasons, and the Rockets acquired Griffin from the Rockets in June.

Waived by the Lakers on Sunday, Hinson will reportedly head north for training camp. According to multiple reports, the Warriors don’t intend to fill their 15th roster spot, so Hinson is likely headed to Santa Cruz to play for the team’s G League affiliate.

The 41st overall pick in the 2023 draft, Bailey appeared in 10 games for the Hornets and 36 for their G League affiliate last season. He faces long odds to make the Nets’ opening night roster, so fantasy managers do not need to consider Bailey in drafts.

Not selected in the 2023 draft, Justice appears headed toward a second season with the Jazz organization. He was in training camp on a similar deal last fall before playing for Utah’s G League affiliate, averaging 11.6 points and 4.2 rebounds per game during the regular season. If the Jazz waives Justice and he then spends at least 60 days with the Salt Lake City Stars, he’ll receive a $77,500 bonus.

The Suns are rounding out their roster for training camp, with Shackelford being the most recent addition. With the Valley Suns, Phoenix’s G League affiliate, acquiring Shackelford’s returning player rights from the Oklahoma City Blue, look for him to be in the G League this season. This transaction will not impact fantasy basketball.

McCoy averaged 10.9 points, 4.6 assists, and 4.0 rebounds for the Austin Spurs last season.

Harris appeared in two games for the Orland Magic last season and averaged 2.0 points and 1.0 rebound per game.

LeDee was a star forward for the San Diego State Aztecs last season. He averaged 21.4 points and 8.4 rebounds per contest.

Seabron spent last season as a two-way player with the New Orleans Pelicans. He averaged 2.3 points and 1.2 rebounds over six games in 2023-24.

Robinson struggled with left facet syndrome late last regular season, missing nine games. He was able to return for the postseason, and the good news is that the Heat sharpshooter is under no restrictions as training camp approaches. “We took all the necessary steps, seeing who we needed to see,” Robinson told the Herald. “Not restricted in any way. Have [not been limited] for the better part of eight weeks. Playing pickup. No limitations. It’s still a focus and emphasis in terms of what I’m doing in the weight room.” While the Heat did lose Caleb Martin in free agency, Robinson remains in a difficult spot regarding fantasy viability. There could be times when he’s worth streaming, but Robinson is not someone fantasy managers need to target in drafts.