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Jay Huff Jay Huff (ankle) ruled out Saturday vs. Atlanta
Fri, Dec 20, 2024, 11:17 AM
Memphis Grizzlies
Jay Huff (right ankle sprain) is out for Saturday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Huff's absence will not impact fantasy basketball, as he was unlikely to be in the rotation if healthy. In addition to Zach Edey's recent return, the Grizzlies have Brandon Clarke and Santi Aldama playing quality minutes off the bench. |
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Ja Morant Ja Morant (back) doubtful Saturday vs. Atlanta
Fri, Dec 20, 2024, 11:13 AM
Memphis Grizzlies
Ja Morant (low back soreness) is doubtful for Saturday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Already dealing with lower back soreness, Morant aggravated the issue when he fell hard during the third quarter of Thursday's rout of the Warriors. There was no need for him to return then, and the Grizzlies will likely be without their starting point guard on Saturday. Scotty Pippen Jr. will move into the starting lineup if Morant cannot play. He's worth streaming in that role. |
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Marcus Smart Marcus Smart (shoulder) questionable Saturday
Fri, Dec 20, 2024, 11:10 AM
Memphis Grizzlies
Marcus Smart (left shoulder soreness) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Smart did not play in Thursday's win over the Warriors, resulting in more playing time for fellow reserve Luke Kennard. If Smart cannot play against the Hawks, that would remain the case, but Kennard offers limited value as a streamer. |
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Vince Williams Vince Williams Jr. (ankle) to miss another 3-6 wks
Fri, Dec 20, 2024, 10:09 AM
Memphis Grizzlies
Vince Williams Jr. (Grade 3 right ankle sprain) is progressing in his recovery and is expected to return to play in 3 to 6 weeks.
Analysis: Williams has been out since November 19, when he suffered a severe ankle sprain during a game against the Nuggets. While he is progressing in his recovery, the third-year wing is still at least three weeks away from being cleared to play. Williams's and GG Jackson's absences have opened up opportunities for rookie Jaylen Wells, who has locked down a place in the starting lineup. |
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Ja Morant Ja Morant (back) takes hard fall during blowout
Thu, Dec 19, 2024, 5:11 PM
Memphis Grizzlies
Ja Morant (back soreness) finished Thursday's 144-93 win over Golden State with nine points (4-of-9 FGs), three rebounds, three assists, two steals, two blocks, and one 3-pointer in 17 minutes.
Analysis: Morant fell hard on his back after attempting a shot during the third quarter of Thursday's game. While the Grizzlies announced that he was officially questionable to return, Morant had no reason to play with the game already well in hand. The Grizzlies visit Atlanta on Saturday; Scotty Pippen Jr. will be the next man up if Morant cannot play. |
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Santi Aldama Santi Aldama scores team-high 21 points vs. GSW
Thu, Dec 19, 2024, 4:59 PM
Santi Aldama shot 8-of-16 from the field in Thursday's win over Golden State, finishing with 21 points, 14 rebounds, four assists, two steals, one block, and five 3-pointers in 25 minutes.
Analysis: Aldama continues to shine for the Grizzlies, finishing Thursday's rout with his eighth double-double. By comparison, he had 11 in his first three seasons with the franchise. While the nature of Thursday's game, which Memphis won by a 144-93 margin, meant more minutes for the reserves, Aldama has been playing this well all season. He's rostered in 56% of Yahoo leagues and with good reason. |
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Jaren Jackson Jaren Jackson Jr. scores 17 points in blowout win
Thu, Dec 19, 2024, 4:58 PM
Jaren Jackson Jr. finished Thursday's 144-93 win over Golden State with 17 points (5-of-10 FGs, 6-of-6 FTs), six rebounds, five assists, one steal, one block, and one 3-pointer in 20 minutes.
Analysis: Thursday's game got out of hand quickly, which factored into the numbers produced by Jackson and fellow starters Ja Morant and Desmond Bane (15 points, four rebounds, seven assists, one steal, and three 3-pointers in 24 minutes). JJJ has been one of the best players in fantasy basketball this season regardless of position, providing 1st-round value in 9-cat formats. |
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Zach Edey Zach Edey posts 8/8/4/0/2 stat line vs. Warriors
Thu, Dec 19, 2024, 4:57 PM
Zach Edey played 24 minutes in Thursday's win over Golden State, accounting for eight points (3-of-5 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), eight rebounds, four assists, two blocks, and one 3-pointer.
Analysis: After coming off the bench in his first game back from a sprained ankle, Edey was inserted into the starting lineup on Thursday. The rookie outplayed Draymond Green, who had some negative things to say about Edey and Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins on a recent episode of his podcast. Effective in the paint offensively and defensively, Edey also hit a 3-pointer during Thursday's 144-93 rout. Brandon Clarke, who had been the starting center, finished with eight points, 10 rebounds, two assists, one steal, and two blocked shots in 24 minutes off the bench. We'll see if this holds, but Edey's fantasy value will be boosted if he remains a starter. |
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Zach Edey MEM starting Morant, Bane, Wells, JJJ, Edey
Thu, Dec 19, 2024, 1:39 PM
Memphis Grizzlies
The Grizzlies will start Ja Morant, Desmond Bane, Jaylen Wells, Jaren Jackson Jr. and Zach Edey against Golden State on Thursday.
Analysis: Memphis will bump Edey back into the starting unit, which is great news for his fantasy upside. He may see limited minutes against the Warriors, since they tend to use smaller lineups. Brandon Clarke will come off the bench, but he should still see a significant role. |
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Marcus Smart Marcus Smart (shoulder) out Thursday, day-to-day
Thu, Dec 19, 2024, 12:32 PM
Michael Wallace
Marcus Smart (left shoulder soreness) will sit out Thursday's game against the Warriors and is considered day-to-day.
Analysis: Smart was initially doubtful for Thursday's game, so his absence is unsurprising. His absence means more playing time for Scotty Pippen Jr., whose fantasy ceiling is limited with Ja Morant (back) available. Luke Kennard may also pick up a few more minutes, but he is not worth streaming on a 13-game night. |
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Ja Morant Ja Morant (back) expected to play Thursday vs. GSW
Thu, Dec 19, 2024, 12:27 PM
Michael Wallace
Ja Morant (low back soreness) is expected to be available for Thursday's game against the Warriors.
Analysis: According to Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins, Morant is expected to be âgood to goâ for Thursday's game. Scotty Pippen Jr. will lose out on the minutes that would have made him a worthwhile streamer, even with Marcus Smart (shoulder) ruled out. |
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Ja Morant Ja Morant questionable, Marcus Smart doubtful
Wed, Dec 18, 2024, 4:10 PM
Grizzlies PR on Twitter
Ja Morant (low back soreness) is questionable for Thursday's matchup with the Warriors, and Marcus Smart (left shoulder soreness) is doubtful.
Analysis: With Smart unlikely to play, expect Scotty Pippen Jr. and Luke Kennard to see a bump in playing time off the bench. If Morant ends up sitting too, Pippen Jr. is likely to earn a spot start, making him a worthwhile streaming option. |
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Ja Morant Ja Morant tallies 20 points, seven turnovers
Sun, Dec 15, 2024, 6:24 PM
Ja Morant accounted for 20 points (6-of-21 FGs, 6-of-8 FTs), seven rebounds, six assists, three steals, and two 3-pointers in 31 minutes in Sunday's loss to the Lakers.
Analysis: After scoring 28 points or more in three of his previous four outings, Morant struggled in Los Angeles. In addition to shooting poorly from the field, the Grizzlies point guard recorded a season-high seven turnovers. There's a three-round gap when comparing Morant's 8- and 9-cat values, as he's provided top-50 value in the former while sitting just inside the top 80 in the latter. Morant will look to bounce back on Thursday when the Grizzlies host Golden State. |
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Jaren Jackson Jaren Jackson Jr. scores team-high 25 points Sun.
Sun, Dec 15, 2024, 6:23 PM
Jaren Jackson Jr. finished Sunday's 116-110 loss to the Lakers with 25 points (9-of-13 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), five rebounds, two assists, one steal, and two 3-pointers in 29 minutes.
Analysis: Jackson extended his streak of 20-point games to four on Sunday, finishing the defeat one blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. The Grizzlies power forward/center has been excellent this season, providing top 20 per-game value in 8- and 9-cat formats. Jackson will look to continue this superb run on Thursday when Memphis hosts Golden State to begin a two-game Week 8. |
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Zach Edey Zach Edey records 13/10/1/1/1 stat line in return
Sun, Dec 15, 2024, 6:22 PM
Zach Edey accumulated 13 points (6-of-8 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), 10 rebounds, one assist, one steal, and one blocked shot in 24 minutes in Sunday's loss to the Lakers.
Analysis: Sunday's game was the first for Edey since November 17, and the rookie didn't check in until Jay Huff appeared to tweak his ankle during the second quarter. Edey would play 24 minutes, recording his third double-double of the season. The minutes are worth tracking, as Huff (three points, three rebounds, one steal, and one 3-pointer) played six minutes, and starter Brandon Clarke (five points, five rebounds, and one assist) 13, with Edey starting the second half. Edey will have increased fantasy value is this split holds. Memphis plays two games in Week 8, beginning with the Warriors at home on Thursday. |
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Marcus Smart Marcus Smart (knee) available Sunday vs. Lakers
Sun, Dec 15, 2024, 2:43 PM
Memphis Grizzlies
Marcus Smart (left knee soreness) is available for Sunday's game against the Lakers.
Analysis: Smart being cleared to play likely means fewer minutes for Scotty Pippen Jr., who is most valuable to fantasy managers when one of the veterans sits. After Sunday, the Grizzlies don't play again until Thursday, making it relatively safe to drop Pippen in most leagues. |
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Jay Huff Jay Huff (knee) available Sunday vs. Lakers
Sun, Dec 15, 2024, 2:41 PM
Memphis Grizzlies
Jay Huff (left knee soreness) is available for Sunday's game against the Lakers.
Analysis: Huff is officially available for Sunday's game, but rookie Zach Edey is also. As a result, Huff may have fewer minutes available, eliminating most of his streaming value. Fantasy managers in deep leagues should look elsewhere for a reliable big. |
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Zach Edey Zach Edey (ankle) available Sunday vs. Lakers
Sun, Dec 15, 2024, 2:40 PM
Zach Edey (left ankle sprain) is available for Sunday's game against the Lakers.
Analysis: Edey has missed nearly a month, but is set to return against the Lakers Sunday. Despite coming off the bench, he'll be a fantasy option, though fantasy managers should anticipate Edey to be on a minutes restriction in his first game back. |
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Marcus Smart Marcus Smart (knee) questionable Sunday vs. Lakers
Sat, Dec 14, 2024, 2:41 PM
NBA Injury Report
Marcus Smart (left knee soreness) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Lakers.
Analysis: Smart's potential absence may impact Scotty Pippen Jr. more than anyone else, as the Grizzlies' backup point guard may play a few more minutes. However, neither Smart nor Pippen has much value outside of deep leagues, with Ja Morant and Desmond Bane available. |
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Jay Huff Jay Huff (knee) questionable Sunday vs. Lakers
Sat, Dec 14, 2024, 2:38 PM
NBA Injury Report
Jay Huff (left knee soreness) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Lakers.
Analysis: While Huff has remained in the rotation, especially in the aftermath of Zach Edey's ankle injury, his influence on fantasy basketball has waned. Edey is also questionable for Sunday's game, so Huff's minutes will likely decrease if both are available. |
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