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Jake LaRavia Jake LaRavia scores 29 points in loss to Nuggets
Sun, Apr 14, 2024, 12:16 PM
Jake LaRavia put up a solid line on Sunday with 29 points (11-of-20 FGs), five rebounds, four assists and four 3-pointers against the Nuggets.
Analysis: LaRavia closed the season out with an incredible three-game stretch. He averaged 29.7 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 1.0 steal and 5.0 triples in 41 minutes per game while shooting 54.9% from the field. He has seen extended minutes to close out the season, which has allowed him to prove that he deserves to be a rotation piece next season. However, when the team is fully healthy, it is unlikely that LaRavia plays enough to impact fantasy basketball. He should be a valuable piece in dynasty leagues, but he won't produce to this level next season. |
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GG Jackson GG Jackson drops career-high 44 in season finale
Sun, Apr 14, 2024, 12:11 PM
GG Jackson led Memphis with 44 points (17-of-36 FGs), 12 rebounds, one assist, one steal, one block and four 3-pointers in a 126-111 loss to Denver on Sunday.
Analysis: Jackson ended his rookie season with a bang as he set a new career-high for scoring. He stepped into the rotation early in January, but he really took off in March. Jackson was seen as a long-term project after being drafted in the middle of the second round in the draft. However, he has figured things out much quicker than expected. He should still be part of the Grizzlies' rotation next season, though when they are fully healthy, he will come off the bench. That likely won't be a role that results in him providing much fantasy value, but he still has a ton of upside and holds a ton of value in dynasty formats. |
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Scotty Pippen Scotty Pippen Jr. (eye) absent from injury report
Sat, Apr 13, 2024, 12:52 PM
NBA Injury Report
Scotty Pippen Jr. (eye) is not on the injury report for Sunday's game against the Nuggets.
Analysis: Pippen was injured during Friday's loss to the Lakers, but he will be available for Sunday's season finale. Due to the number of players Memphis will not have available, Pippen needs to be rostered in active leagues. |
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Luke Kennard Luke Kennard, John Konchar out Sunday vs. Denver
Sat, Apr 13, 2024, 12:50 PM
NBA Injury Report
Luke Kennard (left knee injury recovery) and John Konchar (right plantar fasciitis) are out against Denver on Sunday.
Analysis: The continued absences of Kennard and Konchar mean more playing time for Scotty Pippen Jr., Jordan Goodwin, GG Jackson, and Jake LaRavia. All four should be slotted into lineups in active fantasy leagues for Memphis' season finale. Looking to next season, Kennard and Konchar won't be on many draft boards due to their limited production and the returns of Ja Morant, Desmond Bane, and Marcus Smart. Kennard can potentially be a 3-point streamer, but that isn't enough to merit being drafted in most leagues. |
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Brandon Clarke Aldama, Clarke, Stevens out Sunday vs. Nuggets
Sat, Apr 13, 2024, 12:46 PM
NBA Injury Report
Santi Aldama (right foot soreness), Brandon Clarke (left Achilles injury maintenance), and Lamar Stevens (left groin soreness) are out for Sunday's game against the Nuggets.
Analysis: After sitting out Friday's loss to the Lakers, Aldama, Clarke, and Stevens remain sidelined for Sunday's season finale. While Aldama appeared in 61 games and finished ranked just outside the top 150 in 9-cat formats, Clarke did not make his season debut until March after recovering from a ruptured Achilles tendon. With Memphis being hit hard by injuries, the values of Aldama, Clarke, and Stevens will be low heading into drafts in the fall. At best, they will be late-round options. |
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Jordan Goodwin Jordan Goodwin scores 23 with 17 rebounds vs. LAL
Fri, Apr 12, 2024, 5:40 PM
Jordan Goodwin finished Friday's loss to the Lakers with 23 points (7-of-22 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), 17 rebounds, three assists, four steals, and four 3-pointers in 38 minutes.
Analysis: After grabbing a career-high 19 rebounds on Tuesday, Goodwin corralled 17 more on Friday. Add the steals, and he made up for a subpar night shooting the basketball. Goodwin and Scotty Pippen Jr. have been solid fantasy assets down the stretch, as the Grizzlies are playing out the string with a depleted roster. Pippen finished Friday's defeat with 28 points, five rebounds, six assists, four steals, and three 3-pointers in 30 minutes. However, Pippen is questionable for Sunday's game against the Nuggets with an eye injury. Goodwin's value would be boosted if Pippen cannot play. |
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Jake LaRavia Jake LaRavia records 28 points, full stat line
Fri, Apr 12, 2024, 5:34 PM
Jake LaRavia played 43 minutes in Friday's loss to the Lakers, recording a line of 28 points (7-of-13 FGs, 11-of-11 FTs), three rebounds, six assists, one steal, one block, and three 3-pointers.
Analysis: Two nights after scoring a career-high 32 points, LaRavia scored 28 more on Friday. He was efficient, shooting over 50% from the field, and his six assists were countered by just one turnover. LaRavia has played 34 minutes or more in three straight games, and that streak should reach four when the Grizzlies host the Nuggets on Sunday. |
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GG Jackson GG Jackson hits seven 3-pointers, scores 31 points
Fri, Apr 12, 2024, 5:30 PM
GG Jackson shot 12-of-23 from the field and 0-of-2 from the foul line in Friday's 123-120 loss to the Lakers, accumulating 31 points, one rebound, one assist, three steals, and seven 3-pointers in 40 minutes.
Analysis: Primarily a points and 3-pointers option on Friday, Jackson had an excellent night shooting the basketball. The rookie forward notched his third 30-point game and first since a March 20 loss to the Warriors. Jackson has hit double figures in 17 consecutive games, benefitting from the Grizzlies being severely shorthanded. While this season has not been what Memphis hoped it would be, Jackson's progress is one of the positives. The Grizzlies end their season at home against the Nuggets on Sunday, and Denver is still playing for home-court advantage in the West. |
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Luke Kennard Luke Kennard, John Konchar out Friday vs. Lakers
Thu, Apr 11, 2024, 12:24 PM
Grizzlies PR on Twitter
Luke Kennard (left knee injury recovery) and John Konchar (right plantar fasciitis) are out for Friday's game against the Lakers.
Analysis: Kennard and Konchar remaining sidelined means Scotty Pippen Jr., Jordan Goodwin, and Jake LaRavia will continue to log heavy minutes as starters. Zavier Simpson will fill out the back end of the rotation, but he is not a must-stream in active fantasy leagues. |
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Santi Aldama Aldama, Clarke, Stevens out Friday vs. Lakers
Thu, Apr 11, 2024, 12:21 PM
Grizzlies PR on Twitter
Santi Aldama (right foot soreness), Brandon Clarke (left Achilles injury maintenance), and Lamar Stevens (left groin soreness) are out for Friday's game against the Lakers.
Analysis: While Aldama and Clarke sat out Wednesday's loss to the Cavaliers, Stevens started and played 37 minutes. The absence of all three frees up playing time for Jack White and Timmy Allen, who played 15 and 16 minutes respectively in Cleveland. As for active fantasy leagues, GG Jackson and Trey Jemison are the players to target. |
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GG Jackson GG Jackson scores 22 points vs. Cavaliers
Wed, Apr 10, 2024, 3:36 PM
GG Jackson accounted for 22 points (7-of-21 FGs, 6-of-6 FTs), two rebounds, two assists, two steals, and two 3-pointers in 36 minutes in Wednesday's 110-98 loss to Cleveland.
Analysis: Jackson has been in a slump recently, shooting 37.5% or worse from the field in three consecutive games. However, the rookie has not failed to reach double figures in points since March 6, a run of 16 straight games. Jackson's current role is not what it will be when the Grizzlies are healthy next season, but these have been valuable developmental reps for him. Fantasy managers in deep leagues (or dynasty leagues) should keep an eye on Jackson during Memphis' final two games of the regular season and Summer League. |
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Lamar Stevens Lamar Stevens tallies 16 points, full stat line
Wed, Apr 10, 2024, 3:31 PM
Lamar Stevens played 37 minutes in Wednesday's loss to Cleveland, accumulating 16 points (4-of-13 FGs, 6-of-6 FTs), six rebounds, three assists, one steal, four blocks, and two 3-pointers.
Analysis: Stevens' start on Wednesday was his third of the season, with two coming as a member of the Grizzlies. He didn't have a great night shooting the basketball, but the overall stat line is what fantasy managers hope for production-wise. His value for Memphis' final two games of the season depends on which mainstays are available. And there may not be much motivation to put a Jaren Jackson Jr. or Santi Aldama on the court, as the Grizzlies are essentially playing for draft lottery odds. |
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Jake LaRavia Jake LaRavia scores career-high 32 points vs. Cavs
Wed, Apr 10, 2024, 3:26 PM
Jake LaRavia shot 10-of-18 from the field and 4-of-5 from the foul line in Wednesday's 110-98 loss to the Cavaliers, tallying 32 points, seven rebounds, one assist, two steals, one block, and eight 3-pointers in 39 minutes.
Analysis: The Grizzlies only had eight players available for Wednesday's game, giving players like LaRavia free rein within the offense. The second-year forward made the most of his opportunity, establishing career-highs in points and 3-pointers. LaRavia was especially hot during the first half, scoring 21 points and shooting 6-of-6 from beyond the arc. Fantasy managers in active leagues need to ensure LaRavia isn't sitting on the waiver wire for Memphis' final two games of the season. |
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Lamar Stevens MEM starting Pippen, LaRavia, GG, Stevens, Jemison
Wed, Apr 10, 2024, 12:49 PM
Spencer Davies on X
The Grizzlies will start Scotty Pippen Jr., Jake LaRavia, GG Jackson, Lamar Stevens and Trey Jemison against Cleveland on Wednesday.
Analysis: Brandon Clarke and Jordan Goodwin started in their last game, but they won't suit up for this one. Jake LaRavia and Lamar Stevens will both move right into the starting unit after missing the team's last two games. |
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Jake LaRavia Jake LaRavia, Lamar Stevens cleared to play Weds.
Wed, Apr 10, 2024, 12:04 PM
Damichael Cole on X
Jake LaRavia (left ankle soreness) and Lamar Stevens (left groin soreness) have been cleared to play against Cleveland on Wednesday.
Analysis: Both forwards will be back after missing the team's last two games. Brandon Clarke has been ruled out, so both LaRavia and Stevens will take on large roles. Memphis has so many players sidelined, which will allow both players to provide strong value in their return. |
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Brandon Clarke Brandon Clarke scores 14 points vs. San Antonio
Tue, Apr 9, 2024, 4:42 PM
Brandon Clarke played 27 minutes in Tuesday's loss to San Antonio, tallying 14 points (7-of-12 FGs), one rebound, one steal, and one blocked shot.
Analysis: Clarke's production was modest outside of the point total, but the fact that he was in the starting lineup is more noteworthy. Tuesday's game was his first start since returning from a ruptured Achilles tendon, and the Grizzlies' many injury-related absences are why the opportunity presented itself. With Memphis scheduled to visit Cleveland on Wednesday, Clarke may sit out that contest for injury management reasons. Trey Jemison (14/9/2/1/1 in 30 minutes) and GG Jackson (11/4/2/0/1 with two 3-pointers in 28 minutes) will continue to log starters' minutes for the rest of the season. |
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Jordan Goodwin Jordan Goodwin records career-high 19 rebounds
Tue, Apr 9, 2024, 4:29 PM
Jordan Goodwin shot 5-of-15 from the field in Tuesday's 102-87 loss to the Spurs, accumulating 10 points, 19 rebounds, and five assists in 36 minutes.
Analysis: Goodwin did not have a good night shooting the ball, making 33.3% of his attempts, but he was highly productive as a rebounder. Eight of his career-high 19 rebounds came on the offensive end of the floor, and he was also responsible for five assists. Scotty Pippen Jr. also struggled with his shot (4-of-15 FGs) but recorded a full stat line, finishing with 14 points, seven rebounds, five assists, four steals, and one blocked shot in 31 minutes. With Desmond Bane (back) unlikely to play again this season, managers in active fantasy leagues need to add Goodwin and Pippen. |
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Brandon Clarke MEM starting Pippen, Goodwin, GG, Clarke, Jemison
Tue, Apr 9, 2024, 1:43 PM
NBA Lineups
Scotty Pippen Jr., Jordan Goodwin, GG Jackson, Brandon Clarke, and Trey Jemison will start Tuesday's game against the Spurs.
Analysis: There's only one change to the Grizzlies' starting lineup, but it's a big one. Clarke will start for the first time since returning from a ruptured Achilles tendon, replacing Maozinha Pereira (whose 10-day contract has expired). Clarke's minutes may not increase much, but the starting role represents another positive step as he works his way back to full fitness. |
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Jake LaRavia Jake LaRavia, Lamar Stevens downgraded to out
Tue, Apr 9, 2024, 1:10 PM
Grizzlies PR on X
Jake LaRavia (left ankle soreness) and Lamar Stevens (left groin soreness) have been downgraded to out for Tuesday's game against the Spurs.
Analysis: Both players were initially listed as doubtful, and now they have officially been ruled out. GG Jackson and Brandon Clarke will continue to be the reliable forward options in Memphis, though guys like Timmy Allen and Jack White, who they signed to a 10-day deal on Tuesday, will also fill large roles. |
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Jaren Jackson Jaren Jackson Jr., Bane likely done for season
Tue, Apr 9, 2024, 12:35 PM
Mike Ceide on Twitter
Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins said Tuesday that Jaren Jackson Jr. (right quad tendonitis) and Desmond Bane (back soreness) are unlikely to play again this season.
Analysis: Neither Jackson nor Bane is dealing with a severe injury, but the lingering nature of their ailments makes them unlikely to play again this season. Given how Memphis' season has gone, it's unsurprising that the team would shut down its two stars. The absences of Jackson and Bane open up significant playing time for Scotty Pippen Jr., Jordan Goodwin, and Trey Jemison during the final week of the regular season. |
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