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Robert Williams III  • C  •  Trail Blazers

Robert Williams III is Ruled Out for Tuesday Night

Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III (back) is ruled out ahead of Tuesday's game against the Washington Wizards. The Blazers have decided to hold out Williams for the second game of this back-to-back set. It's not shocking to see the Blazers giving their oft-injured big man a maintenance day here. The expectation is that Williams will be back in the mix for Friday's game versus the New York Knicks. Donovan Clingan will see a boost in fantasy value, while Yang Hansen should see more run in the rotation as the backup. Fantasy managers should consider Clingan a plus-streaming option for Tuesday's slate. Hansen has been too inconsistent to trust, even with Williams on the sideline.
Yesterday   
Deni Avdija  • SF  •  Trail Blazers

Deni Avdija is Available for Tuesday's Game

Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (back) is available to play ahead of Tuesday's game against the Washington Wizards. Avdija is back in the mix after missing two games due to a lingering illness. He was questionable coming into this game, but he will shed that tag and return to the starting five on Tuesday night. His return to the rotation should mean that Sidy Cissoko will head back to the second unit. Fantasy managers should double-check their lineups and make sure Avdija is in there ahead of tip-off. He has been one of the best players in the league and needs to be started in all fantasy formats.
Yesterday   
Deni Avdija  • SF  •  Trail Blazers

Deni Avdija Draws Another Questionable Tag on Tuesday

Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward Deni Avdija (back) missed his second straight game with a back strain on Monday, but head coach Tiago Splitter was hopeful that Avdija could return on Tuesday. He has a chance to take on his former team, the Wizards, but he's still uncertain to return since he got another questionable tag. Avdija has been excellent when available this season, but he has missed five of his team's last seven games. He's averaging 26.0 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 6.9 assists per game this season, and his return would give his team a huge boost against the Wizards. Avdija will have a very high ceiling if available, so check back to see if he's ready to return before finalizing your Tuesday night roster.
Yesterday   
Deni Avdija  • SF  •  Trail Blazers

Deni Avdija Could Miss Second Straight Game Monday

Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward Deni Avdija (back) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against Boston as he works through a lower-back strain that already cost him one contest. If Avdija sits again, Portland's wing rotation stays fluid. Sidy Cissoko logged 33 minutes on Friday but managed just three points with three rebounds, limiting his fantasy appeal to deep leagues. Caleb Love is the cleaner streamer after producing 11 points, four rebounds, and three assists in 29 minutes, while Rayan Rupert remains a minutes-based flier with inconsistent usage.
2 days ago   
Deni Avdija  • SF  •  Trail Blazers

Deni Avdija Likely Available Friday Despite Back Scare

Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward Deni Avdija (back) exited Thursday's game against Miami early after feeling discomfort, but is expected to suit up Friday versus Toronto, according to coach Tiago Splitter. Avdija was productive before leaving, posting 20 points, seven rebounds, and four assists in 18 minutes, and has been on a heater lately, averaging 27.2 points, 5.8 rebounds, 4.8 assists, 1.8 three-pointers, and 1.2 steals in 32.5 minutes over his last five games. Fantasy managers should treat him as a confident hold, though any late scratch would funnel extra usage to Shaedon Sharpe and Jrue Holiday.
5 days ago   
Robert Williams III  • C  •  Trail Blazers

Robert Williams III Active Thursday Night

Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III (knee) will be in the lineup on Thursday against the Miami Heat. He was unavailable for the last game on Sunday against the Sacramento Kings when Portland concluded a back-to-back set. Thursday's game kicks off another back-to-back for the team, making it likely that Williams III will sit out Friday's matchup against the Toronto Raptors. With Williams III returning, Duop Reath and Yang Hansen will slide down the depth chart on Thursday.
5 days ago   
Jerami Grant  • PF  •  Trail Blazers  |  Sidy Cissoko  • SF  •  Trail Blazers

Jerami Grant, Sidy Cissoko Cleared to Play

Portland Trail Blazers forwards Jerami Grant (Achilles) and Sidy Cissoko (illness) will be active against the Miami Heat on Thursday night. Both were listed as questionable on the injury report. A couple of hours before tip-off, Portland upgraded Grant and Cissoko to probable, and they have now been listed as available. Grant will rejoin the action after missing the second leg of a back-to-back on Sunday against the Sacramento Kings. Cissoko has started seven consecutive games, but with Grant and Jrue Holiday back from lengthy injury absences, he may soon lose his spot in the first unit.
5 days ago   
Jrue Holiday  • PG  •  Trail Blazers

Jrue Holiday Available Against Heat

Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday (calf) will play on Thursday against the Miami Heat, Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan Portland reports. The veteran will be back in action after skipping the second leg of a back-to-back on Sunday against the Sacramento Kings. Holiday recently returned from a right calf injury, averaging 10.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, 3.8 assists, and 1.0 steals in 19.3 minutes. He has been productive since returning, but the team has understandably limited Holiday's workload following his two-month injury layoff.
5 days ago   
Jerami Grant  • PF  •  Trail Blazers

Jerami Grant May Miss Saturday's Game

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (Achilles) is considered questionable for the first leg of a back-to-back on Saturday night against the Los Angeles Lakers. On Thursday, Grant ended a 14-game absence against the Atlanta Hawks, and the team understandably doesn't want to overwork the veteran so soon after his return. If Grant shakes off the questionable tag and plays, there's a strong chance he will sit out Sunday's contest against the Sacramento Kings. Due to Grant's health issues, Sidy Cissoko has seen increased minutes, starting five consecutive games. Cissoko should still play a significant role even if Grant remains in the lineup, as Deni Avdija (back) is likely to miss the Lakers game.
Jan 17   
Jrue Holiday  • PG  •  Trail Blazers

Jrue Holiday Questionable for Saturday

Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday (calf) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Holiday recently ended a lengthy injury absence and has played in three consecutive games. However, Portland has a back-to-back scheduled for this weekend, and it's likely the veteran guard will sit out at least one of the games. Caleb Love's fantasy stock has been on the rise lately and would get a further boost with Holiday's absence. Rayan Rupert may also log additional minutes in the rotation.
Jan 17   
Deni Avdija  • SF  •  Trail Blazers

Deni Avdija Unlikely to Play Against Lakers

Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward Deni Avdija (back) is listed as doubtful for a meeting with the Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday night. Avdija is having a big season, but unfortunately, he injured his back in a recent game against the New York Knicks. He is now likely to sit out a third consecutive game. Sidy Cissoko has been starting during Avdija's absence, but he faces extra competition for playing time after Jerami Grant returned to the lineup on Thursday against the Atlanta Hawks. While Grant made his comeback in a bench role, he could be an option to start sooner rather than later. Players like Grant, Jrue Holiday, and Shaedon Sharpe have more offensive usage with Avdija out.
Jan 17   
Jerami Grant  • PF  •  Trail Blazers

Jerami Grant Likely to Play Against the Hawks on Thursday

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (Achilles) has spent about a month recovering from left Achilles tendonitis, but he was listed as probable for his team's home game against the Hawks on Thursday night. Grant will likely carry as much of the offense as he can with Deni Avdija (back) still absent for a second straight game. After so long a layoff, Grant will likely have a minutes restriction, but the veteran showed he can still post good numbers by averaging 21.6 points, 5.1 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 0.8 blocks in 32.9 minutes per contest over his last 13 appearances. Sidy Cissoko is most likely heading to the bench Thursday with Caleb Love starting for Avdija, although the Blazers could opt to keep Cissoko in the starting five and slide Grant into Avdija's spot.
Jan 15   
Deni Avdija  • SF  •  Trail Blazers

Deni Avdija Ruled Out Thursday

Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (back) will miss a second straight game on Thursday night, when his team hosts the Hawks. Avdija sustained a back injury on Sunday and missed Tuesday's game, allowing Caleb Love to make the start against the Warriors. Love had 17 points, three rebounds, seven assists, one block, and two steals over 34 minutes in the Blazers' loss, and he'll be a solid streaming or DFS play this Thursday with Avdija out again. Love has scored double-digit points in 12 straight games and deserves fantasy attention for as long as he stays so involved in Portland's rotation, either in the lineup or off the bench. Avdija's next chance to return will be Saturday against the Lakers.
Jan 15   
Deni Avdija  • SF  •  Trail Blazers

Deni Avdija Likely to Remain Out Thursday

Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward Deni Avdija (back) is listed as doubtful for Thursday's matchup against the Atlanta Hawks, meaning he is likely to miss a second consecutive game. The Israeli talent was forced to exit the lineup earlier this week after suffering a back injury in Sunday's loss to the New York Knicks. With Avdija absent on Tuesday against the Golden State Warriors, Caleb Love stepped into the starting lineup. Love has recently built up a lot of positive momentum and will be an appealing fantasy option on Thursday.
Jan 15   
Jerami Grant  • PF  •  Trail Blazers

Jerami Grant Ruled Out Tuesday

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (Achilles) will remain out on Tuesday night against the Golden State Warriors. The team ruled Grant out for the contest after initially listing him as doubtful. Grant hasn't played since mid-December and will miss his 14th consecutive game due to left Achilles tendinitis. Sidy Cissoko is poised to make another start in Grant's absence, while the entire group must also cover for Deni Avdija (back) on Tuesday night. Grant's next chance to return will be on Thursday against the Atlanta Hawks.
Jan 14   
Jerami Grant  • PF  •  Trail Blazers

Jerami Grant Listed as Doubtful for Tuesday

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (Achilles) is listed as doubtful for Tuesday's matchup against the Golden State Warriors. The veteran appears to be making progress in his attempt to return from an Achilles problem. Still, the doubtful tag suggests Grant will sit out his 14th consecutive game on Tuesday. Sidy Cissoko is poised to maintain a more prominent role against Golden State, especially with Deni Avdija (back) out of the lineup for this one.
Jan 13   
Deni Avdija  • SF  •  Trail Blazers

Deni Avdija Ruled Out for Tuesday

Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward Deni Avdija (back) has been ruled out for Tuesday's matchup against the Golden State Warriors. Avdija sat out the end of Sunday's loss to the New York Knicks due to a back injury, and unfortunately, he will miss more time on Tuesday. Fortunately for Portland, Jrue Holiday returned on Sunday and will help cover for Avdija. Meanwhile, Caleb Love will continue to have a significant role in the rotation.
Jan 13   
Jrue Holiday  • PG  •  Trail Blazers

Jrue Holiday Cleared to Suit Up Versus New York

Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday (calf) will play on Sunday against the Knicks. He hasn't played in nearly two months. As a result, it may take him at least a few contests to find his footing. With that said, Holiday was averaging 16.7 points before going down with the injury, his highest in years, so fantasy managers can get him back in the lineup.
Jan 11   
Robert Williams III  • C  •  Trail Blazers

Robert Williams III Exits Early Friday With Knee Injury

Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III (knee) will not return to Friday's game against Houston after suffering a right knee injury and logged just seven minutes. He finished with three rebounds and one assist before exiting. Williams' status is worth monitoring ahead of Sunday's matchup with New York. If he misses time, Donovan Clingan should continue handling heavy minutes after posting eight points, 15 rebounds, six assists, and two steals in 33 minutes, while Yang Hansen could see a modest uptick as the primary backup. Hansen profiles as a deep-league watch option only.
Jan 10   
Jrue Holiday  • PG  •  Trail Blazers

Jrue Holiday Downgraded to Out

Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday (calf) will remain on the shelf for Friday's tilt against the Houston Rockets. The team has downgraded Holiday on the injury report from doubtful to out. The veteran guard will miss his 27th straight game due to a right calf strain. Although Holiday will sit out again on Friday, he seems to be moving in the right direction. He was cleared for on-court activities last week and hadn't been listed as doubtful before. With Holiday sidelined, Caleb Love will continue to have additional fantasy value on Friday night. He has notched 15.5 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game since the turn of the year.
Jan 10   
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