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Taylor Hendricks • PF • Grizzlies

Taylor Hendricks Downgraded to Out

Memphis Grizzlies forward Taylor Hendricks (thumb) will skip Monday's contest against the Brooklyn Nets. He landed on the injury report with a sore right thumb and was initially listed as doubtful. Memphis will be extremely shorthanded in the frontcourt, so GG Jackson II and Olivier-Maxence Prosper must be prepared for a busy night. With only eight players available to the team, the Grizzlies will likely use smaller lineups more often as well. Hendricks could be an option to return on Tuesday against the Philadelphia 76ers.

Yesterday

Ty Jerome • PG • Grizzlies |

Scotty Pippen Jr. • PG • Grizzlies

Ty Jerome, Scotty Pippen Jr. Sit Out Monday's Game

Memphis Grizzlies guards Ty Jerome (calf) and Scotty Pippen Jr. (toe) have been ruled out for Monday's clash against the Brooklyn Nets. Both players were listed as doubtful on the initial injury report. With Jerome and Pippen Jr. sidelined, Cam Spencer, Javon Small, Jahmai Mashack, and Walter Clayton Jr. will share the minutes in the backcourt. Of this group, Spencer has been the most consistent fantasy performer, averaging 11.4 points and 5.5 assists in 23.8 minutes this season.

Yesterday

Cedric Coward • SG • Grizzlies

Cedric Coward Out on Monday

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (knee) won't suit up for Monday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. The team has ruled him out after initially handing him a doubtful tag on the injury report. Memphis is set to have only eight players available for the contest, so players like Walter Clayton Jr., Jahmai Mashack, and Rayan Rupert should see plenty of time on the court. Coward could return to action on Tuesday for the second leg of a back-to-back against Philadelphia.

Yesterday

Taylor Hendricks • PF • Grizzlies

Taylor Hendricks Doubtful Monday Against Nets

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Taylor Hendricks (thumb) is listed as doubtful for Monday's matchup against the Nets due to soreness in his right thumb. The former lottery pick logged 18 points, four rebounds, two assists, two steals, two blocks, and three three-pointers across 26 minutes in Saturday's loss to the Clippers before the issue surfaced. Memphis is already thin due to injuries, so Olivier-Maxence Prosper and G.G. Jackson II could absorb additional frontcourt minutes. Prosper produced 11 points and three three-pointers in 23 minutes last game, while Jackson added 14 points and seven rebounds in 22 minutes.

Yesterday

Scotty Pippen Jr. • PG • Grizzlies

Scotty Pippen Jr. Unlikely to Play Monday Against Nets

Memphis Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. (toe) is listed as doubtful for Monday's matchup with the Nets due to soreness in his right big toe. Pippen has been a regular part of the rotation lately, though the toe problem could keep him sidelined for the opening game of the back-to-back. If Pippen is ruled out, the Grizzlies could lean more heavily on Javon Small, who posted 11 points, seven rebounds, five assists, two steals, and one block in 33 minutes during a March 4 start. Walter Clayton Jr. and Cam Spencer should also see added ball-handling opportunities in deeper formats.

Yesterday

Ja Morant • PG • Grizzlies

Ja Morant to Sit Out At Least Two More Weeks

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant (elbow) will remain sidelined for at least a couple more weeks. On Thursday, the team announced that Morant continues to experience discomfort in his left elbow due to a UCL sprain, and follow-up imaging showed incomplete healing. Morant has been out since Jan. 21, playing in only 20 games this season. In Morant's absence, Memphis will continue to rely on Ty Jerome (calf), Scotty Pippen Jr. (toe), and Cam Spencer to handle playmaking duties, though Jerome and Pippen Jr. are both managing injuries of their own.

5 days ago

Zach Edey • C • Grizzlies

Zach Edey Has Season-Ending Ankle Surgery

Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (ankle) underwent season-ending surgery on Tuesday. The team announced on Sunday that Edey will have an ankle procedure but didn't specify a recovery timeline. Now we know that Edey's season is over. The good news is that the 23-year-old big man is expected to make a full recovery ahead of the 2026-27 regular season. Unfortunately, Edey appeared in only 11 games this term, averaging 13.6 points, 11.1 rebounds, and 1.9 blocks in 25.8 minutes. With Santi Aldama (knee) also hurt, Memphis has to rely on Olivier-Maxence Prosper, GG Jackson II, and Taylor Hendricks in the frontcourt.

6 days ago

Santi Aldama • PF • Grizzlies

Santi Aldama Now Ruled Out Tuesday

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama (knee) won't play on Tuesday against the Minnesota Timberwolves after all. Prior to tip-off, the team upgraded his status from questionable to available, and Aldama was even expected to start. However, he has now been ruled out. With Aldama remaining on the shelf for an 11th consecutive game, GG Jackson II and Olivier-Maxence Prosper will continue to carry a heavy workload in the frontcourt.

7 days ago

Santi Aldama • PF • Grizzlies

Santi Aldama Available Versus Timberwolves

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama (knee) will return to action on Tuesday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He has been on the shelf for a month while managing a right knee injury. Aldama has played an important role for the Grizzlies, averaging 14.0 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 2.9 assists in 27.9 minutes this season. However, his workload may be limited on Tuesday after missing several weeks, and it would be surprising to see him play on Wednesday in the second leg of a back-to-back against Portland.

7 days ago

Cedric Coward • SG • Grizzlies

Cedric Coward Returns to Grizzlies Lineup

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (knee) has been cleared to play on Tuesday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He has been battling a knee injury lately and was listed as questionable on the initial injury report. Coward last played on Feb. 9, missing seven contests. Cam Spencer and Walter Clayton Jr. will likely have smaller roles in the rotation with Coward back in the lineup. The 22-year-old has been a regular starter since mid-November, averaging 13.3 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.9 assists during his maiden campaign.

7 days ago

Ty Jerome • PG • Grizzlies

Ty Jerome Back in Action Tuesday

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ty Jerome (thigh) will return from a two-game absence on Tuesday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The team has listed him as available after initially listing him as questionable on the injury report. With Jerome back, we will likely see Scotty Pippen Jr. return to the second unit. Jerome has averaged only 21.0 minutes per game across eight appearances this season, but he has been very impactful. Tuomas Iisalo's style of play appears to suit Jerome, as he has averaged 19.6 points, 2.8 rebounds, 5.6 assists, and 1.3 steals.

7 days ago

Santi Aldama • PF • Grizzlies

Santi Aldama Questionable Tuesday

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama (knee) is considered questionable for Tuesday's action against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Spanish big man is managing a right knee injury and hasn't played since January, missing 16 of the last 18 games. GG Jackson II and Olivier-Maxence Prosper have benefited from the Grizzlies' lack of depth in the frontcourt. Aldama's return could affect the playing time of both players, though it looks almost certain he will play with a minutes restriction initially after missing so much time.

7 days ago

Cedric Coward • SG • Grizzlies

Cedric Coward Could Return Tuesday

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (knee) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 22-year-old rookie could return to the lineup after missing seven games with a right knee injury. Despite battling some consistency issues, Coward has had a good rookie campaign, averaging 13.3 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.9 assists across 26.3 minutes of play. If Coward is cleared for action, there could be fewer minutes available to Walter Clayton Jr. and Rayan Rupert.

7 days ago

Ty Jerome • PG • Grizzlies

Ty Jerome Could Miss Third Straight Game

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ty Jerome (thigh) is in danger of missing a third consecutive game, as the team has listed him as questionable for Tuesday's meeting with the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 28-year-old is battling a left thigh contusion. Jerome has averaged 19.6 points and 5.6 assists in 21.0 minutes per game since making his season debut in late January. His absence has left a significant hole in the Grizzlies' offense. Scotty Pippen Jr. has made back-to-back starts since Jerome left the lineup, averaging 15.5 points, 4.0 assists, and 1.5 steals. Cam Spencer and Javon Small have also taken on larger roles without Jerome.

7 days ago

Brandon Clarke • PF • Grizzlies

Brandon Clarke to be Re-Evaluated in Two Weeks

Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke (calf) will be re-evaluated in two weeks, the team announced Sunday. Clarke has been sidelined since Dec. 20 and remains without a firm return timeline, keeping him off the fantasy radar in standard leagues. With Clarke, Zach Edey (ankle), and Santi Aldama (knee) still unavailable, Memphis continues to rely on Olivier-Maxence Prosper, Taylor Hendricks, and GG Jackson II. Prosper posted 16 points and 10 rebounds in 25 minutes last game, while Hendricks added 11 points and two blocks. Those frontcourt pieces retain short-term streaming value.

Mar 1

Zach Edey • C • Grizzlies

Zach Edey to Undergo Another Ankle Surgery

The Memphis Grizzlies announced on Sunday that center Zach Edey (ankle) will undergo another surgery to address "ongoing discomfort" in his left ankle. He is anticipated to recover fully, with "a timeline" regarding his recovery to be provided after the procedure. The 23-year-old appeared in 66 games as a rookie, averaging 9.2 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks. He underwent surgery on his left ankle back on June 10. Unfortunately, Edey logged only 13 games throughout the 2025-26 campaign before he went back on the shelf. Fantasy managers shouldn't expect to see him on the floor for the remainder of the season. There is also reason to believe he may miss at least the start of training camp, although it's too early to speculate. While Edey is sidelined, Olivier-Maxence Prosper, coming off a 16-point, 10-rebound performance, should see the most minutes at the five, even if he's not starting. That should remain the case until Santi Aldama (knee) is cleared to suit up.

Mar 1

Cedric Coward • SG • Grizzlies

Cedric Coward to Miss Sixth Straight Game

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (knee) will remain sidelined for Friday's matchup against Dallas due to a sprained knee. The rookie wing is set to miss his sixth straight game, and Memphis has shown little urgency in rushing him back. Jaylen Wells should continue to see steady minutes after logging eight points, two rebounds, three assists, and two triples in 27 minutes last game. Walter Clayton Jr. should see minutes as well, but he is only a fringe streamer in deeper formats.

Feb 27

Taj Gibson • PF • Grizzlies

Taj Gibson Agrees to Deal With Grizzlies

According to Shams Charania of ESPN, forward/center Taj Gibson has agreed to a deal with the Memphis Grizzlies, marking his return to the NBA for a 17th season at age 40. With Memphis lacking healthy frontcourt players, Gibson could step into legitimate rotation minutes behind Olivier-Maxence Prosper. Prosper has averaged 25 minutes recently, and Gibson's presence may cap his upside slightly. Still, Gibson looks more like a steady veteran presence and insurance big for Memphis rather than someone fantasy managers need to target, except maybe in the deepest of leagues.

Feb 27

Kyle Anderson • SF • Grizzlies

Kyle Anderson Remains Sidelined vs. Warriors

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Kyle Anderson (personal) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Warriors after initially being listed as questionable with a knee issue. He will miss a third straight contest, keeping the frontcourt rotation thin. Olivier-Maxence Prosper started last game and posted 17 points, three rebounds, one assist, and one block in 25 minutes. GG Jackson II added 16 points, six rebounds, and three three-pointers in 26 minutes. Both are viable streamers if minutes hold in the mid-20s, while Taylor Hendricks remains a deeper category option.

Feb 25

Ty Jerome • PG • Grizzlies

Ty Jerome Available Wednesday

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ty Jerome (illness) is poised to return to the lineup on Wednesday against the Golden State Warriors. The team has not included him on the injury report. Jerome was unavailable for Monday's matchup with Sacramento due to illness. Since making his season debut in late January, Jerome has averaged 19.3 points, 2.7 rebounds, 5.7 assists, and 1.3 steals in just 20.6 minutes per game. His efforts include a 19-point, seven-assist effort against the Warriors, who have the seventh-worst defensive record in the league against point guards.

Feb 25

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