Santi Aldama

Aldama will come off the bench for Wednesday's game against the Jazz, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Mike Barner highlights his favorite plays for Wednesday's seven-game slate, including Santi Aldama, who's thriving in an expanded role due to Memphis' depleted frontcourt.

As the first portion of the NBA season unfolds, each week we will highlight a handful of make-or-break players who will determine their team's fortunes. The next five: Austin Reaves, Sam Hauser, Jalen Suggs, Santi Aldama and Coby White.

Santi Aldama and Lonnie Walker lead the list of players that are worth adding to your squad.