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Ja Morant • PG • Grizzlies

Ja Morant Still Without Clear Return Date

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (elbow) is ramping up, but the team still is not sure he will be ready to play coming out of the All-Star break, general manager Zach Kleiman said Friday. Morant has been sidelined since Jan. 21 with a UCL sprain and is due for a recheck soon. In the meantime, Ty Jerome is the best streamer after logging 19 points and seven assists in 21 minutes Tuesday. Scotty Pippen Jr. and Cam Spencer round out the minutes, with steals and assists as their main appeal.

5 days ago

Walter Clayton Jr. • PG • Grizzlies |

Cedric Coward • SG • Grizzlies

Cedric Coward, Walter Clayton Jr. Ruled Out Wednesday

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (knee) and guard Walter Clayton Jr. (calf) have been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Denver, with Coward resting a sore right knee and Clayton sidelined by a right calf contusion. The short-handed backcourt opens minutes for Ty Jerome and Scotty Pippen Jr., who combined for 30 points and 11 assists in the last outing, while Cam Spencer and Jaylen Wells should see expanded roles. Jerome profiles as the top streamer, with Pippen a viable deep-league add until Memphis gets healthier.

7 days ago

Santi Aldama • PF • Grizzlies

Santi Aldama Won't Play Against Nuggets

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama (knee) will remain out on Wednesday against the Denver Nuggets. The Spaniard has played in only two of Memphis' last 11 games, missing time due to right knee injury management. With Jaren Jackson Jr. and Jock Landale gone, the Grizzlies are very thin in the frontcourt and haven't had a traditional big man in the rotation. Kyle Anderson has served as the starting center, averaging 9.5 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.0 steals, and 2.0 blocks over two games since rejoining the team.

7 days ago

Cedric Coward • SG • Grizzlies

Cedric Coward Unlikely to Play Wednesday

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (knee) is listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Denver Nuggets. He hurt his right knee in Monday's loss to Golden State, and the injury will likely keep Coward sidelined for at least one game. Coward has enjoyed a strong rookie campaign as a regular starter in Memphis, averaging 13.3 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.9 assists. Scotty Pippen Jr. and Taylor Hendricks are set to have more fantasy appeal with Coward on the shelf. The former replaced the 22-year-old in the starting lineup for the second half on Monday.

Feb 10

Cedric Coward • SG • Grizzlies

Cedric Coward Set to Return Monday Against Warriors

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (shoulder) is not listed on the injury report for Monday against Golden State after missing Saturday, indicating he has been cleared to return. His availability likely sends Jahmai Mashack back to a reserve role after Mashack logged 30 minutes with 8 points, two three-pointers, one rebound, one assist, and six steals. Coward had been trending up before the injury and now looks like a long-term hold, especially with Memphis' season tilting toward development and Ja Morant (elbow) still sidelined. Usage and minutes should remain stable.

Feb 9

Santi Aldama • PF • Grizzlies

Santi Aldama Out Again Monday Against Warriors

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama (knee) will remain sidelined Monday against Golden State, marking a third straight absence as he continues to manage a right knee issue. Memphis is short-handed up front, keeping rotation minutes available. Kyle Anderson filled the void last game with 11 points, six rebounds, two assists, two steals, and two blocks, while Olivier-Maxence Prosper delivered a spike performance with 25 points, five rebounds, and seven three-pointers in 25 minutes. Both remain volatile fantasy plays, but opportunity should persist as long as Aldama is out.

Feb 9

Ty Jerome • PG • Grizzlies

Ty Jerome to Sit Out Friday's Action

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ty Jerome (calf) won't suit up on Friday against the Portland Trail Blazers. Memphis will begin a back-to-back on Friday night, and Jerome will exit the lineup after making his first three appearances of the season. He has looked very impressive in his first few outings, averaging 22.3 points, 2.7 rebounds, 7.0 assists, and 1.0 steals in just 20.3 minutes per game. Cam Spencer and Javon Small are set to fill the point guard minutes on Friday night.

Feb 5

Ja Morant • PG • Grizzlies

Ja Morant Will Stay with the Grizzlies After No Team Made a Serious Offer

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (elbow) was not traded at the NBA Trade Deadline and will finish out this season in Memphis. According to ESPN's Shams Charania, multiple teams did have interest based onMorant's talent, but none were willing to make a serious offer. Morant has elite talent when he's healthy and not dealing with off-court issues, but he is currently sidelined by a UCL sprain, which is expected to keep him sidelined through the All-Star break. Morant has been limited to just 20 games this year, averaging 19.5 points, 8.1 assists, and 3.3 rebounds in 28.5 minutes per game. Ty Jerome and Cam Spencer will continue to play more minutes until he returns. When he comes back, the crowded backcourt will be tricky to figure out for fantasy purposes, especially with the team likely out of the race for the postseason.

Feb 5

Scotty Pippen Jr. • PG • Grizzlies

Scotty Pippen Jr. Tagged as Doubtful for Wednesday

Memphis Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. (toe) has been upgraded to doubtful on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's encounter with the Sacramento Kings. The second-generation NBA player has been sidelined for the entire campaign so far after undergoing toe surgery in October. Recently, Pippen Jr. had a G League stint with the Grizzlies' affiliate for practice, and he appears to be nearing his season debut. After the team traded away key players, Pippen Jr. may have a big role to play for Memphis over the final stretch of the season. Last campaign, the 25-year-old averaged 9.9 points, 3.3 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 1.3 steals per game.

Feb 3

Santi Aldama • PF • Grizzlies

Santi Aldama Uncertain to Suit Up Wednesday

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama (knee) is at risk of missing a fifth consecutive game, as the team has listed him as questionable for Wednesday's meeting with the Sacramento Kings. The Spanish big man is managing a knee injury. Memphis could really use Aldama on Wednesday after trading away Jaren Jackson Jr. and Jock Landale. When healthy, Aldama has put up solid numbers, averaging 14.0 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game.

Feb 3

Taylor Hendricks • PF • Grizzlies

Taylor Hendricks Dealt to Memphis

Third-year forward Taylor Hendricks is being traded from the Utah Jazz to the Memphis Grizzlies, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. Hendricks is one of the seven assets moving to Memphis, alongside Walter Clayton Jr., Kyle Anderson, Georges Niang, and three future first-round picks forJaren Jackson Jr., John Konchar, Jock Landale, and Vince Williams Jr. Although he struggled to find consistent playing time in Utah, the trade brings new signs of life to Hendricks' career. The 22-year-old has shown flashes of potential, and now joins a depleted frontcourt in Memphis. Jackson and Landale were two healthy big men, with Zach Edey (ankle) and Brandon Clarke (calf) injured. There could be plenty of playing time for Hendricks on the now-tanking Grizzlies.

Feb 3

Scotty Pippen Jr. • PG • Grizzlies

Scotty Pippen Jr. Remains Out Monday vs. Minnesota

Memphis Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. (toe) will remain out Monday against Minnesota as he continues to recover from left big toe surgery performed in October. Pippen has yet to make his season debut, though recent work with the team's G League affiliate suggests a return may be approaching. His continued absence has solidified Ty Jerome's role, and Jerome posted 20 points, six assists, and one steal in 20 minutes last game while shooting 50 percent from the field. Based on his production profile from last season, Jerome should stay rostered when his role is secure. Cam Spencer is one to monitor as the rotation settles, while Jaylen Wells remains fringe.

Feb 2

John Konchar • SG • Grizzlies

John Konchar Unavailable Monday

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward John Konchar (neck) will sit out a second straight game on Monday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 25-year-old is dealing with an anterior triangle contusion. Recently, Konchar has held a significant role in the rotation, logging 20-plus minutes in each of his last five appearances. Konchar's absence creates playing opportunities for Olivier-Maxence Prosper and Javon Small, but neither has demonstrated enough quality to be viable fantasy options.

Feb 1

Santi Aldama • PF • Grizzlies

Santi Aldama Ruled Out for Monday

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama (knee) won't play on Monday against the Minnesota Timberwolves, missing a fourth consecutive game. The Spanish big man is managing a right knee injury. Memphis also didn't have Jaren Jackson Jr. (quadriceps) on Saturday against Minnesota, leaving the frontcourt short of bodies. Jock Landale has made four consecutive starts at center, while GG Jackson II's minutes have been on the rise recently. On Saturday, Jackson II was among Memphis' best performers with 19 points, four rebounds, and five assists.

Feb 1

Jaren Jackson Jr. • PF • Grizzlies

Jaren Jackson Jr. Iffy for Monday

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Jaren Jackson Jr. (quadriceps) is listed as questionable for Monday's rematch against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He missed Saturday's clash against Minnesota due to a left quadriceps contusion and may remain out on Monday night. Jackson Jr.'s absence on Saturday allowed Ty Jerome to make his season debut as a starter. He did a great job in 20 minutes, scoring a team-high 20 points and dishing out six assists. GG Jackson II also benefited from extra playing time, going for 19 points, four rebounds, and five assists in 28 minutes off the bench.

Feb 1

Jock Landale • C • Grizzlies

Jock Landale Available for Wednesday's Tilt

Memphis Grizzlies center Jock Landale (personal) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Wednesday's contest against the Charlotte Hornets. The Australian big man will return to action after sitting out one game for personal reasons. Landale has gained a lot of momentum lately, posting back-to-back double-doubles and averaging 13.9 points and 8.6 rebounds for the month. On Wednesday, Landale finds himself in a tricky spot, as only six teams have allowed fewer fantasy points to centers than Charlotte. Landale's return will likely bump Santi Aldama back to the bench, but he will remain an important part of the rotation and could still see around 30 minutes of action.

Jan 28

Santi Aldama • PF • Grizzlies

Santi Aldama Back in Action on Monday

Memphis Grizzlies forward Santi Aldama (knee) will play on Monday versus the Houston Rockets after missing the last three games because of soreness. The Grizzlies are hurting, with Ja Morant (elbow), Zach Edey (ankle), and Jock Landale (personal), among others, all unavailable. As such, fantasy managers could see Aldama surpass his statistical averages of 14.0 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 3.0 assists despite a relatively challenging matchup on the horizon. That's also assuming he's healthy enough to log a full workload.

Jan 27

Santi Aldama • PF • Grizzlies

Santi Aldama Remains Out Sunday Against Denver

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama (knee) will sit out Sunday against Denver, marking his third straight absence and keeping his status uncertain for Monday in Houston. His continued absence has opened steady frontcourt minutes, with Jock Landale capitalizing as the primary beneficiary. Landale delivered 24 points, 11 rebounds, two assists, one steal, and one block in 32 minutes on Friday and has remained productive with expanded usage. GG Jackson II, Vince Williams Jr., and John Konchar continue to absorb secondary minutes, though their fantasy value stays matchup dependent.

Jan 25

Ja Morant • PG • Grizzlies

Ja Morant Facing Multi-Week Absence With Elbow Sprain

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (elbow) will be reevaluated in roughly three weeks after suffering a left elbow UCL sprain, effectively sidelining him until after the All-Star break. The extended absence shifts short-term fantasy value to the backcourt replacements. Cam Spencer has been the most reliable option, averaging 12.2 points, 8.4 assists, and 3.6 rebounds in 24.7 minutes over his last five games while handling primary creation duties. Vince Williams Jr. remains a secondary play, while Ty Jerome (calf) profiles as a speculative add once healthy.

Jan 24

Jock Landale • C • Grizzlies

Jock Landale is Cleared to Play for Friday's Game

Memphis Grizzlies center Jock Landale (personal) is available to play ahead of Friday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. Landale was a late addition to the injury report due to a personal matter. He'll shed the questionable tag and suit up for Friday's contest. This month, Landale is averaging 12.8 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 2.1 assists across 25.7 minutes per game in nine contests. The Grizzlies' frontcourt is extremely banged up, so Landale has been playing significant minutes. He has been a consistent contributor lately and deserves to be looked at as a streaming option right now. He has scored 10 or more points in four of his last five games.

Jan 23

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