Robert Covington: Expects to play Wednesday

Covington was forced from Friday’s preseason finale due to a right ankle sprain, but it’s not expected to keep him out for long. He was held out of practice for additional rest Sunday, but is nearing a return to the court. We’ll likely get a final update on his status following Wednesday’s morning shootaround, but for now, it appears he’s trending in the right direction. If he plays Wednesday, Covington is expected to open the season as the team’s starting small forward.