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NBA·ANALYSIS·October 10, 2026 06:41 PM ET

Johnson starting three point guards with Vassell and Wembanyama

Regular-season status of the rotation remains unconfirmed.

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Mitch Johnson says he is starting the three point guards De’Aaron Fox, Steph Castle and Dylan Harper with Devin Vassell Via @JaredWeissNBA on X

What happened: Mitch Johnson is starting De’Aaron Fox, Steph Castle and Dylan Harper alongside Devin Vassell and Victor Wembanyama. The coach did not clarify if this will be the expected starting lineup for the regular season.

Why it matters: The move continues a trend of Mitch Johnson testing three-point-guard starting lineups during the preseason. Surrounding Wembanyama with three primary ball-handlers maximizes playmaking and could alleviate defensive pressure in the half-court.

What to watch: Watch how defensive matchups function with three point guards on the floor. The rotation could undergo further adjustments before opening night.

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