Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama and small forward Jaylen Wells will join the starting lineup for Thursday's game against Milwaukee. The duo replaces Marcus Smart (ankle) and Desmond Bane (oblique), who were injured in Wednesday's 119-106 loss to Brooklyn. Aldama will make his fourth start of the campaign, while Wells joins the first unit for the first time in his young career. In his previous three starts, Aldama has averaged 13.3 points, 7.0 rebounds, 4.0 assists, and 1.0 blocks. The injuries to Smart and Bane will likely also result in increased usage for Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr.
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama posted a double-double with three blocks to help Spain beat Greece at the Paris Olympics 84-77. He led the team with 19 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 6-for-14 from the field. Aldama also dished out a couple of assists while hitting 3-for-8 from downtown. The Grizzlies big man has kicked off the tournament in fine form, averaging 23.0 points through the first two games. Aldama has continued where he left off last season in the NBA when he enjoyed a career year with 10.7 points and 5.8 rebounds. However, he was one of the many players benefiting from Memphis' awful injury problems, and fantasy managers might want to tame their expectations regarding Aldama in the upcoming campaign.
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama had a potent outing in Saturday's Olympic meeting with Australia. While Aldama couldn't bring Spain back for the win, he can't take any of the blame, finishing with a game-high 27 points while shooting 6-for-8 from deep, adding six rebounds and two steals. The 23-year-old averaged a career-high 10.7 assists and 5.8 rebounds in 2023-24. Unfortunately, he wasn't a consistent member of the rotation. The Grizzlies selected Zach Edey in the 2024 NBA Draft, meaning Aldama may once again have trouble finding minutes this season. However, if Edey, Jaren Jackson Jr., or Brandon Clarke miss time due to injury, Aldama will gain streaming potential for fantasy managers, even if he comes off the bench.
Memphis Grizzlies forward Santi Aldama (foot) will not play in Friday's contest versus the Los Angeles Lakers. He will miss his sixth straight game because of a right foot strain. Aldama last took the court on April 1 against the Detroit Pistons. The Grizzlies are not in playoff contention, so there is no need to rush Aldama back onto the court. Memphis will continue to finish the season with a depleted roster. Brandon Clarke (hand) is also out for Friday's game, so expect Trey Jemison to lead the frontcourt again after playing 36 minutes last game.
Memphis Grizzlies forward Santi Aldama (foot) will miss another game on Friday after getting ruled out due to right foot soreness. At this part of the season, the Grizzlies are ready to call it a year and get a top pick to add to their young core. Aldama has been in and out of the lineup over the last few games, so his inconsistent playing time isn't helping any fantasy teams that are still playing. GG Jackson II, Jaren Jackson Jr., and Jake LaRavia have been the best streaming options in the Grizzlies' frontcourt.
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama (illness) will be available on Monday versus Detroit. He missed Saturday's clash with an illness and had a questionable tag entering Monday, but the team has upgraded him to available. Aldama plays a big role on the Grizzlies' frontcourt. He averaged 13.1 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 1.4 blocks with 2.2 made three-pointers in March. Aldama's return sends Jake LaRavia back to the bench, but he should still be a decent piece for fantasy managers in deeper leagues.
Memphis Grizzlies forward Santi Aldama (illness) has been listed as questionable for Monday's tilt against the Detroit Pistons. The illness knocked him out of their last game against the Orlando Magic which ended up being a 30-point blowout loss. Now, he's earned a questionable tag instead of a doubtful status like their last game. Aldama has provided solid scoring and rebound numbers when he plays since he joins the starting five due to all of the injury issues on the roster. If he plays, he should see the same role. If has to watch from the sidelines, GG Jackson II, Jake LaRavia, and Jaren Jackson Jr. should remain the starters in the frontcourt.
Santi Aldama Battling An Illness, Doubtful For Saturday
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama (illness) is considered unlikely to play on Saturday against Orlando. He's feeling under the weather, and the team has listed Aldama as doubtful for the game. Brandon Clarke, who's just made his season debut, should get a chance to play a bigger role without Aldama. The young duo of Jake LaRavia and GG Jackson II will be counted on more as well, along with Lamar Stevens, who has carved out a steady role off the bench lately. However, the Grizzlies find themselves in a pace-down spot on Saturday against a top defensive team, which could significantly impact the players' output.
Memphis Grizzlies forward Santi Aldama (elbow) will face the Warriors on Wednesday. The 23-year-old had 14 points, nine rebounds, two steals, and one block in Monday's loss to the Sacramento Kings. Yet, he popped up on the injury report because of his ailing elbow. However, Aldama is good to go, and with Memphis still down several players due to injury, he remains a viable fantasy option for all formats.
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama (elbow) is considered questionable for Saturday's matchup against the Thunder. After making 16 consecutive appearances, Aldama missed Wednesday's matchup against Charlotte with a sore left elbow. His absence provided a further boost to GG Jackson II's growing fantasy stock. The 19-year-old rookie led his team with 26 points against the Hornets. Saturday's game is going to be a lot more challenging, but Jackson II should continue to play a major role on the frontcourt if Aldama and Jaren Jackson Jr. (quadriceps) remain out.
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