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Dalano Banton  • PG  •  Trail Blazers

Dalano Banton Cleared For Tuesday

Portland Trail Blazers guard Dalano Banton (illness) has been cleared to play ahead of Tuesday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Banton was questionable coming into this game due to a lingering illness. However, Banton will shake off the questionable tag and suit up on Tuesday. He's averaging 12 minutes per game in March, so he's not exactly a big part of the rotation. The Blazers are relatively healthy at the guard spot, so Banton is unlikely to offer much fantasy value right now.
5 hours ago   
Jerami Grant  • PF  •  Trail Blazers

Jerami Grant Downgraded To Out On Tuesday

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Tuesday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Grant will now miss his eighth game in a row due to a lingering knee issue. It's unclear if the Blazers plan to bring back Grant at all this season. His absence has given Shaedon Sharpe a chance to step up and he has been playing excellent basketball lately. Sharpe is worth rostering in most fantasy formats right now while Grant is out.
5 hours ago   
Deandre Ayton  • C  •  Trail Blazers

Deandre Ayton Still Out Tuesday

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (calf) won't play against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday. Ayton has averaged 14.5 points and 10.4 rebounds per game in 39 games during the 2024-25 season. Prior to his left calf injury, Ayton played an instrumental role for the Blazers from January 19 to February 8, averaging 17.9 points on 57.4% shooting, along with 12 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 1.0 block per game. Donovan Clingan will remain the starting center in Ayton's absence.
11 hours ago   
Robert Williams III  • C  •  Trail Blazers

Robert Williams III Out For Remainder Of Season

Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III (knee) is out for the remainder of the 2024-25 season with a knee injury. Williams has missed 11 of the team's last 12 games with left knee soreness. He was last available when the Blazers lost to the New York Knicks on March 12 but did not play. Williams has played 20 games this season, averaging 5.8 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game with his field goal percentage being 64.1%. When he plays, Williams flashes his talent, but he hasn't been able to stay consistently healthy.
11 hours ago   
Jerami Grant  • PF  •  Trail Blazers

Jerami Grant Tagged As Questionable On Tuesday

Portland Trail Blazers small forward Jerami Grant (knee) has been listed as questionable for Tuesday's contest against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Grant is in danger of missing his eighth consecutive game due to right knee tendinitis. If he doesn't suit up against the Cleveland Cavaliers, his next chance to play will be on Thursday against the Sacramento Kings. This season, Grant has been averaging 14.4 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 2.1 assists, shooting an inefficient 37.3 % from the field. Shaedon Sharpe is most likely going to start for Portland if Grant remains sidelined.
12 hours ago   
Dalano Banton  • PG  •  Trail Blazers

Dalano Banton Listed As Questionable For Tuesday

Portland Trail Blazers guard Dalano Banton (illness) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers. In his last game against the Boston Celtics, Banton scored 5 points in 8 minutes, shooting 50.0% from the field. This season, Banton has played in 57 games, averaging 7.7 points per game, 1.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists with his field goal percentage being 41.9%. Scoot Henderson will likely play a more significant role if Banton is out this evening.
12 hours ago   
Anfernee Simons  • SG  •  Trail Blazers

Anfernee Simons Uncertain For Friday

Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons (illness) is listed as questionable heading into Friday's game against the Denver Nuggets. It's worth noting that center Donovan Clingan is also dealing with an illness and has been ruled out for this game. It could be something going around the locker room, so more players might be late additions to the injury report. If he sits, Scoot Henderson figures to do more of the ball handling which would increase his fantasy value. Fantasy managers will need to check back closer to tip-off.
4 days ago   
Jerami Grant  • PF  •  Trail Blazers

Jerami Grant Downgraded To Out On Friday

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (knee) has been downgraded to out ahead of Friday's game against the Denver Nuggets. In an unsurprising development, Grant has been ruled out for this game after being listed as doubtful coming into it. This marks his fifth absence in a row and it's unclear how much the Blazers plan to use Grant down the stretch of the season. Toumani Camara and Kris Murray should see increased roles once again on Friday. However, Shaedon Sharpe has been benefitting the most from Grant's absence and should continue being a solid fantasy option.
4 days ago   
Donovan Clingan  • C  •  Trail Blazers

Donovan Clingan Won't Play Friday

Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan (illness) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Denver Nuggets. Clingan was a late addition to the injury report and will now miss this contest due to an illness. This is the first time that Clingan has missed a game since early February. The Blazers are already without Deandre Ayton (calf), so losing Clingan leaves them shorthanded. That being said, the Blazers will likely use a committee approach to fill the void. That means, Jabari Walker, Duop Reath, and Kris Murray could all see increased roles. Between the three, Walker is the best streaming choice and is someone worth looking at for Friday's slate.
4 days ago   
Donovan Clingan  • C  •  Trail Blazers

Donovan Clingan Downgraded To Questionable

Portland Trail Blazers forward Donovan Clingan (illness) is a late addition to the injury report ahead of Friday's game against the Denver Nuggets. Clingan is in danger of missing his first contest since early February. The 21-year-old rookie has been a rebounding monster lately with 11 boards or more in each of his last four games. Jabari Walker and Duop Reath would likely be asked to play bigger roles if Clingan is unable to go. Fantasy managers will need to check back ahead of tip-off for more information.
4 days ago   
Jerami Grant  • PF  •  Trail Blazers

Jerami Grant Doubtful For Friday Versus Nuggets

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (knee) is doubtful for Friday against the Denver Nuggets. Grant could sit out a sixth consecutive game due to an issue with his right knee. Deni Avdija's fantasy production has dramatically increased in Grant's absence. Avdija exploded for 31 points, 16 rebounds, eight assists and two blocks in 39 minutes of work during Wednesday's 115-99 win over the Grizzlies. Kris Murray and Matisse Thybulle could also help to fill the void left by Grant if he's out, but they lack fantasy value.
4 days ago   
Robert Williams III  • C  •  Trail Blazers

Robert Williams III Undergoes Another Knee Surgery

Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III (knee) underwent surgery on his left knee on Thursday to address inflammation. He's "expected to make a full recovery" and will be sidelined 4-6 weeks. Without question, the 27-year-old is a difference-maker whenever he's on the floor, especially on the glass and defensive end. However, Williams has battled multiple knee injuries over the years. It's unknown if he'll remain in Portland. Yet, if Williams lands on the trade block, he will see plenty of interest from teams around the league looking for depth in the middle. With that said, he should have some productive fantasy outings moving ahead, although he'll need to figure out how to stay on the floor before earning the trust of fantasy managers.
5 days ago   
Jerami Grant  • PF  •  Trail Blazers

Jerami Grant Still Out On Wednesday

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (knee) will remain sidelined for Wednesday's contest against the Memphis Grizzlies. He is forced to sit out a fifth consecutive game due to an issue with his right knee. Deni Avdija's fantasy production has greatly increased in Grant's absence. Since his exit from the lineup, Avdija has averaged 23.8 points, 10.8 rebounds, and 4.8 assists. Kris Murray and Matisse Thybulle also help to fill the void left by Grant, but they lack fantasy appeal.
6 days ago   
Toumani Camara  • SF  •  Trail Blazers

Toumani Camara Available Against Grizzlies

Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward Toumani Camara (calf) has received the all-clear to return to action on Wednesday against the Memphis Grizzlies. A sore right calf forced Camara to miss Monday's clash against the Washington Wizards, and he was initially regarded as questionable for Wednesday's game. Camara's absence on Monday allowed Kris Murray to move into the starting lineup. He is set to return to the bench against Memphis, which will hurt Murray's fantasy value. Camara has been delivering strong all-around production in 2024-25, averaging 12.3 points, 5.5 rebounds, 2.6 assists, and 1.5 steals in March.
6 days ago   
Jabari Walker  • PF  •  Trail Blazers

Jabari Walker Remains In Concussion Protocol

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jabari Walker (concussion) will miss a third consecutive game on Wednesday against the Memphis Grizzlies. He remains in concussion protocol after sustaining a head injury in a matchup against the New York Knicks a week ago. Jerami Grant (knee) has also missed time, which has given Kris Murray more playing time. Murray had a mixed performance on Monday against the Washington Wizards, registering five points, 10 rebounds, three assists, and four steals in 37 minutes, with 25 percent shooting from the field.
6 days ago   
Robert Williams III  • C  •  Trail Blazers

Robert Williams III Out On Wednesday

Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III (knee) will be inactive on Wednesday against the Memphis Grizzlies. The veteran big man has been out for nearly a month, making his last appearance on Feb. 20. It has been another frustrating campaign for the injury-prone center, as Williams III has featured just 20 times for the Trail Blazers in 2024-25. Duop Reath carries additional fantasy value in Williams III's absence, though he is not a difference-maker in fantasy basketball with Portland's starting center, Donovan Clingan, fully healthy.
6 days ago   
Toumani Camara  • SF  •  Trail Blazers

Toumani Camara Ruled Out Monday

Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward Toumani Camara (calf) will exit the lineup on Monday against the Washington Wizards. He will miss only his third game of the season after hurting his right calf. Portland initially listed Camara as questionable for the game due to right calf soreness. Kris Murray will fill the vacant spot in the starting lineup on Monday. It has been a disappointing campaign for Murray, and even as a starter, he has not made a big impact, averaging 8.5 points with 2.5 rebounds.
Mar 18   
Jabari Walker  • PF  •  Trail Blazers

Jabari Walker Unavailable Again On Monday

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jabari Walker (concussion) won't be playing against the Washington Wizards on Monday. Walker has been in the league's concussion protocol, and he will miss his second straight game due to a head injury he suffered in a loss to the Knicks on Wednesday. In his third full season in the NBA, the 22-year-old has made 50 appearances, posting averages of 4.7 and 3.5 rebounds across 11.8 minutes per contest. His next chance to suit up comes on Wednesday against Memphis, but it's unclear if he will be available.
Mar 17   
Jerami Grant  • PF  •  Trail Blazers

Jerami Grant Doubtful For Monday's Matchup With Washington

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (knee) is listed as doubtful ahead of Monday's game against the Washington Wizards. It looks like Grant will miss his fourth straight game due to right knee tendinitis. The Blazers aren't exactly playing for much, so it wouldn't be a surprise to see them continue to rest the 31-year-old for younger players. Shaedon Sharpe has stepped up and been a solid contributor for the Blazers lately. Sharpe will likely continue playing a more significant role if Grant is out this evening.
Mar 17   
Robert Williams III  • C  •  Trail Blazers

Robert Williams III Unavailable Versus Wizards

Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III (knee) will be unavailable for Monday's contest against the Washington Wizards. Williams has been out of action since February 22nd and will miss his 13th consecutive contest due to a left knee sprain. The 27-year-old has only played in 20 games this season, and a timetable hasn't been announced when he will return. With less than a month left in the regular season, the big man could very well be shut down for the final 14 Blazers games remaining.
Mar 17   
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