Free-agent forward Jae Crowder is scheduled to have a workout with the Sacramento Kings this week, per Sean Cunningham of Fox 40. The Kings have also recently worked out Isaiah Thomas, Tony Bradley, Juan Toscano-Anderson, and Lonnie Walker IV. Crowder is a free agent after playing out two seasons with the Milwaukee Bucks. As a veteran of over 800 regular-season games, he would bring a wealth of experience to a Kings team that's looking to become a contender in the West. But fantasy-wise, the best days are clearly behind Crowder. He posted 6.2 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 1.3 assists in 23.1 minutes last season.
Pat Connaughton, Jae Crowder Starting For Bucks Wednesday
Milwaukee Bucks guard/forward Pat Connaughton and forward Jae Crowder will enter the starting lineup on Wednesday against Memphis. Connaughton will be Malik Beasley's backcourt partner, with Damian Lillard (groin) and Patrick Beverley (ankle) unavailable. Crowder replaces Khris Middleton (ankle), who's resting on the second night of a back-to-back. Both players will have extra fantasy value in a starting role. Connaughton is the more attractive piece of the two, with him having notched 10.5 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 7.5 assists in two previous starts this season.
Milwaukee Bucks forward Jae Crowder (knee) is available ahead of Wednesday's game against the Golden State Warriors. The veteran forward was uncertain coming into this game due to a left knee contusion. However, Crowder feels good enough to play and should resume his role in the starting five. Crowder has been seeing an increase in playing time lately with Khris Middleton (ankle) still out. That being said, Crowder should continue to have increased value until Middleton is able to get back on the court.
Milwaukee Bucks forward Jae Crowder (core), who has been out for the last two months following core-muscle surgery, has been cleared to return to the team's lineup on Wednesday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. While Crowder's availability is unlikely to impact fantasy hoops right off the bat, it's worth noting that he's among Milwaukee's leaders in minutes per game (26.7) as an active presence on the defensive end and effective spot-up shooter on offense (51.6% three-point shooting over nine games). The 33-year-old journeyman's return is likely bad news for the sharpshooting Malik Beasley's wing minutes as the Bucks' fifth starter. Across 29 starts since Nov. 13, Beasley is averaging 13.1 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 3.4 threes on 50.0% shooting from deep in 30.6 minutes per game.
Jae Crowder Set To Miss Eight Weeks With Groin, Abdominal Tear
Milwaukee Bucks forward Jae Crowder (abdominal, groin) first suffered a groin injury on Saturday during the team's game against the Orlando Magic, and after further evaluation, it was found that he had a left-adductor and abdominal tear. The team announced that Crowder is now expected to undergo surgery on Tuesday and will miss approximately eight weeks. He'll likely be re-evaluated at the end of the eight weeks to make sure the recovery process went according to plan. While he's out, Bobby Portis, MarJon Beauchamp, and Pat Connaughton will likely see added playing time off of the bench.
Milwaukee Bucks forward Jae Crowder (groin) was forced to exit the team's game on Saturday due to a groin strain and they have already ruled him out for Monday's game against the Chicago Bulls for the same reason. Crowder has been seeing almost 10 more minutes per contest this season after only playing 18 total games during the year prior. He's been a solid contributor off of the bench, but he hasn't been very fantasy-relevant just yet. While he's sidelined, MarJon Beauchamp and Pat Connaughton will likely see more minutes, but they would both be risky streaming options in shallower leagues.
Milwaukee Bucks forward Jae Crowder (groin) was unable to finish out Saturday's game against the Orlando Magic. The veteran forward was forced to exit the game early due to a groin issue in the second quarter. He went to the locker room and didn't return, but that could've been for precautionary reasons. The loss of Crowder would be significant as he has been playing a big role for the Bucks this season. MaJon Beauchamp and Pat Connaughton would likely be asked to step up if Crowder is forced to miss more time. Neither of them are reliable fantasy options, but Connaughton might have some low-end value if given more playing time.
Milwaukee Bucks forward Jae Crowder played a total of 18 seconds during Wednesday's playoff loss to the Miami Heat. Before that, Crowder sat out Game 4 and averaged 13.6 minutes during the first three games. The veteran forward said "Eleven years. Check my resume. I've been playing. I've always been playing." It's uncertain why head coach Mike Budenholzer decided to bench Crowder for basically the final two playoff games of the season. Crowder averaged 6.9 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.5 assists in 18 games with the Bucks during the regular season. The 32-year-old is set to become a free agent this summer and it seems likely that he'll sign elsewhere after seeing his usage in the postseason.
Milwaukee Bucks forward Jae Crowder (calf) won't play against the Raptors, marking his second consecutive absence. The veteran has averaged only 6.0 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 1.4 assists in 11 games with Milwaukee, so his fantasy contributions have been minimal, at best. It's doubtful Crowder is on many fantasy rosters, and his absence won't impact Milwaukee's rotation.
Milwaukee Bucks forward Jae Crowder is expected to make his team debut against the Miami Heat on Friday. The 32-year-old hasn't played all season, but appears ready to finally get on the court. He should help provide some much-needed depth with the Bucks currently banged up. It'll likely take him a few games to get back up to speed, so fantasy managers shouldn't expect Crowder to be a reliable option right away. However, Crowder could end up being a sneaky option at full speed, assuming Giannis Antetokounmpo (wrist) misses time.
