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GG Jackson GG Jackson (foot) to be re-evaluated in 3 months
Wed, Sep 4, 2024, 10:04 AM
Grizzlies PR on Twitter
The Grizzlies announced on Wednesday that GG Jackson (broken fifth metatarsal, right foot) will be re-evaluated in three months after undergoing surgery.
Analysis: Jackson injured his foot while playing basketball on August 27. According to the Grizzlies, the surgical procedure was successful, and Jackson will be re-evaluated in three months. Any fantasy managers hopeful of deriving late-round value from GG must pivot; Vince Williams Jr. was a better option even before the injury. Due to the likely ramp-up time needed before he's fully cleared to return, Jackson may not offer much to managers in redraft leagues this season. |
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GG Jackson GG Jackson diagnosed with fractured right foot
Fri, Aug 30, 2024, 12:56 PM
Tim Bontemps on Twitter
According to the Grizzlies, GG Jackson suffered a broken fifth metatarsal in his right foot while playing basketball on August 27 and will undergo surgery next week.
Analysis: Unfortunately, the Grizzlies' bad luck with injuries has not dissipated. Jackson, one of the few bright spots during an injury-riddled 2023-24 season for the franchise, reportedly broke his foot while playing basketball just outside of Dallas on August. 27. The Grizzlies announced that he'll undergo surgery next week, and it's unknown how much time he'll miss. Jackson faced a problematic climb to fantasy relevance as part of a complete Grizzlies rotation, and the foot injury doesn't help matters. Depending on what the doctors say post-surgery, there may not be a need to consider drafting GG in most fantasy leagues. |
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Luke Kennard Woj: Luke Kennard re-signing with Grizzlies
Wed, Jul 31, 2024, 7:31 AM
Adrian Wojnarowski on Twitter
According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, Kennard is signing a one-year, $11 million deal with Memphis.
Analysis: Kennard was one of the many Grizzlies who dealt with injury problems last season. The sharpshooter averaged 11.0 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 3.5 assists while shooting 45% from deep in 39 games in 2023-24. His long-range shooting efficiency has made him one of the league's top three-point specialists in recent years and he can easily help fantasy teams in that area with a healthy season. |
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Santi Aldama Santi Aldama records double-double vs. Greece
Tue, Jul 30, 2024, 4:43 AM
Santi Aldama amassed 19 points (6-of-14 FGs) with 12 rebounds, three blocks, and three 3-pointers to lead Spain to an 84-77 win against Greece.
Analysis: Aldama has easily been Spain's best player so far. The Memphis Grizzlies forward has been aggressively looking for his shot and crashed the board in his second group play outing. He'll likely continue to lead Spain's scoring charge. |
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Ja Morant Ja Morant (right shoulder) building endurance
Sun, Jul 28, 2024, 12:56 PM
Logan Whaley on Twitter
Ja Morant (right shoulder surgery) said during a recent appearance that he's a full go physically but is building his endurance in advance of the upcoming season.
Analysis: Morant's 2023-24 season was disappointing, as he played just nine games after returning from a 25-game suspension. The Grizzlies star underwent surgery to repair a labral tear in his shoulder in January, and in early July, he was fully cleared to resume on-court activities. As for where he is right now, Morant said he's about 75%, with the focus now being on his endurance. While disappointing as a fantasy option during the 2022-23 season, ranking just inside the top 100 in 9-cat formats, Morant should be a top 50 player, provided he keeps the turnovers in check. |
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Santi Aldama Santi Aldama drops 27 with 6 threes vs. Australia
Sat, Jul 27, 2024, 10:52 AM
Santi Aldama led Spain with 27 points (6-of-12 FGs, 9-of-10 FTs), five rebounds, two steals and six 3-pointers in a 92-80 loss to Australia on Saturday.
Analysis: Aldama is one of a few NBA players on Spain's roster, and he was by far their best offensive weapon in this game. He did all of his work from behind the 3-point line and at the free throw line, and while it wasn't enough for them to get a win, it was an impressive performance. Aldama will continue to be an integral part of Spain's offense, and he will be a valuable role player for Memphis once again next season. |
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Jay Huff Grizzlies sign Jay Huff to two-way contract
Wed, Jul 24, 2024, 10:09 AM
Grizzlies PR on Twitter
The Grizzlies announced on Wednesday that they have signed Jay Huff to a two-way contract.
Analysis: The 7-foot-1 Huff is on the move after spending last season with the Nuggets on a two-way contract. He's appeared in 31 NBA games for the Nuggets, Wizards, and Lakers, with the majority of his minutes coming in the G League. Huff's addition will not impact fantasy basketball, as the Grizzlies have Jaren Jackson Jr., Zach Edey, and Brandon Clarke among their frontcourt options. To make room for Huff, the Grizzlies waived Trey Jemison. |
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Scotty Pippen Scotty Pippen Jr. posts 29/5/11/4/2 line vs. Heat
Mon, Jul 22, 2024, 4:59 PM
Scotty Pippen Jr. shot 9-of-24 from the field and 10-of-13 from the foul line in Monday's 120-118 overtime loss to Miami, scoring 29 points with five rebounds, 11 assists, four steals, two blocks, and one 3-pointer in 36 minutes.
Analysis: Some believed Pippen deserved to be named MVP of the NBA 2K25 Summer League, especially since the winner (Brooklyn's Jalen Wilson) was a second-team selection while the Grizzlies point guard made the first team. Pippen was outstanding throughout Memphis' time in Las Vegas, but the question is what this will do for his chances of winning the backup point guard job. Derrick Rose remains on the roster, but his injury history may leave the door ajar for Pippen. Regardless of who wins the job, backing up Ja Morant doesn't do much for one's fantasy value. However, given Pippen's fight to stick in the NBA, having the opportunity represents a step in the right direction. |
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GG Jackson GG Jackson finishes OT defeat with 28/9/2/2 line
Mon, Jul 22, 2024, 4:52 PM
GG Jackson accumulated 28 points (11-of-16 FGs, 3-of-8 FTs), nine rebounds, two assists, two steals, and three 3-pointers in 37 minutes in Monday's 120-118 loss to the Heat.
Analysis: Jackson did not leave Las Vegas with the NBA 2K25 Summer League title, but Monday's title game defeat capped a very encouraging summer for him. The 2023 second-round pick did more than just score, making strides as a facilitator while consistently taking on challenging defensive matchups. With a healthy Grizzlies roster, Jackson must provide value off the bench. He took significant steps in the right direction this month, which should only benefit GG and the Grizzlies moving forward. His fantasy value will take a hit with Memphis at full strength, but Jackson will be worth a roll of the dice as a late-round pick. |
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Jake LaRavia Jake LaRavia scores game-high 32 points vs. Heat
Mon, Jul 22, 2024, 4:47 PM
Jake LaRavia amassed 32 points (11-of-21 FGs, 7-of-9 FTs), six rebounds, three assists, one steal, one block, and three 3-pointers in 35 minutes in Monday's 120-118 overtime loss to the Heat.
Analysis: LaRavia produced one of the best individual performances of the NBA 2K25 Summer League in Monday's title game, but it wasn't enough to get Memphis the victory. Overall, he had a good summer, putting up quality numbers as one of the summer Grizzlies' primary scoring options. The biggest issue for LaRavia in his first two seasons has been availability, as he's played 70 NBA games. If the 2022 first-round pick can remain healthy, he can be a solid contributor off the bench. |
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GG Jackson GG Jackson finishes semifinal win with 20 points
Sun, Jul 21, 2024, 10:22 AM
GG Jackson finished Sunday's 99-98 win over the Clippers with 20 points (8-of-19 FGs), four rebounds, four assists, one block, and four 3-pointers in 37 minutes.
Analysis: Jackson had another productive day offensively, scoring 20 points to help propel the Grizzlies into Monday's championship game. While the turnover (six) count wasn't great, this has been a summer of immense growth for the 2023 second-round pick. Primarily a scorer last season, Jackson has been tasked with expanding his game on both ends of the floor. He's taken on some difficult defensive assignments but has not backed down from the competition, which is a good sign for the Grizzlies heading into next season. Jackson's fantasy upside on a healthy Grizzlies team will be limited, but he'll be worth a late-round roll of the dice in many leagues. |
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Scotty Pippen Scotty Pippen Jr. records 23/10/10/2/1 line Sunday
Sun, Jul 21, 2024, 10:18 AM
Scotty Pippen Jr. logged 33 minutes in Sunday's 99-98 win over the Clippers, accumulating 23 points (5-of-15 FGs, 10-of-10 FTs), 10 rebounds, 10 assists, two steals, one block, and three 3-pointers.
Analysis: Pippen had a tough afternoon shooting the basketball from two, making just two of his ten attempts inside the 3-point line. But he frequently got to the foul line, and the overall production was enough to help push the Grizzlies into Monday's championship game. Last season, he benefitted from the Grizzlies' many injuries to earn credible rotation minutes. This summer, the goal has been to show Taylor Jenkins and the rest of the coaching staff that he can handle the backup point guard responsibilities. That isn't a spot of excellent fantasy value with a healthy Ja Morant in the lineup, but Pippen would be worth streaming on occasion if he can secure that job. |
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Mamadi Diakite Mamadi Diakite dealt to Memphis
Fri, Jul 19, 2024, 7:34 AM
Adrian Wojnarowski on Twitter
According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, Mamadi Diakite was traded to the Grizzlies for Ziaire Williams and a 2030 second-round pick.
Analysis: Two weeks after being traded to the Nets, Diakite is on the move again. The Virginia product has appeared in 55 games for five teams across four NBA seasons, and he's unlikely to see significant run for Memphis, barring another bizarre multitude of injuries. He'll provide forward depth for his new team, and he's not on the fantasy radar. |
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GG Jackson GG Jackson puts up 17/7/6 line vs. New Orleans
Thu, Jul 18, 2024, 2:29 PM
GG Jackson led Memphis with 17 points (4-of-14 FGs), seven rebounds, six assists, one steal and two triples against New Orleans on Thursday.
Analysis: Jackson had a poor shooting performance in this game, but he has been excellent overall this summer. He stepped into a large role in his first season despite being a second round pick due to the injuries the team dealt with, and he proved that he should continue to be part of their rotation this upcoming season with his performance this summer. However, there won't be as much fantasy upside this year with the team healthy, though he will still be worth a late-round pick. |
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Scotty Pippen Scotty Pippen Jr. posts 17/6/11/3 line vs. Pels
Thu, Jul 18, 2024, 2:20 PM
Scotty Pippen Jr. recorded a double-double on Thursday with 17 points (6-of-11 FGs), six rebounds, 11 assists, three steals and one triple in an 88-77 win over the Pelicans.
Analysis: Pippen Jr. stepped up last season when Ja Morant and Marcus Smart were sidelined, and he has been even better this summer. There won't be as much fantasy upside with the rest of the team healthy, but he should be a vital bench piece for Memphis this upcoming season. Most of his fantasy production will come as a streaming option when there are injuries in front of him, though he may be able to make enough of an impact off the bench to provide value in deeper leagues. |
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Zach Edey Zach Edey exits early with right ankle injury
Thu, Jul 18, 2024, 12:54 PM
Chris Herrington on X
Zach Edey has been ruled out for the rest of Thursday's game against the Pelicans due to a right ankle injury.
Analysis: The good news is that it isn't the same ankle that has forced him to miss their last few Summer League games. The bad news is that he has played in two games this summer and has two ankle injuries. He had six points, three rebounds and one block in nine minutes before his exit. He was able to walk to the locker room unassisted, which is a good sign that this isn't a major injury. |
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Scotty Pippen Scotty Pippen Jr. scores 16 fourth-quarter points
Wed, Jul 17, 2024, 3:06 PM
Scotty Pippen Jr. amassed 25 points (9-of-14 FGs, 6-of-7 FTs), four rebounds, nine assists, one steal, and one 3-pointer in 31 minutes in Wednesday's 104-98 win over Orlando.
Analysis: Pippen has played well throughout the summer and was at his best during the crunch time of Wednesday's game. He scored 16 points in the fourth quarter as Memphis avoided blowing a double-digit lead completely. Pippen's goal is to show that he deserves to be a backup with the Grizzlies, and he's played very well in Las Vegas (and Salt Lake City before that). However, that may not be enough to make Pippen a viable fantasy option, as the Grizzlies will have Ja Morant and Marcus Smart in the lineup. |
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GG Jackson GG Jackson tallies 27 points, 13 rebounds vs. ORL
Wed, Jul 17, 2024, 3:02 PM
GG Jackson finished Wednesday's 104-98 win over Orlando with 27 points (10-of-20 FGs, 4-of-9 FTs), 13 rebounds, and three 3-pointers in 31 minutes.
Analysis: After playing well at the Salt Lake City summer league, Jackson has been even better in Las Vegas. He finished Wednesday's victory with his second double-double in as many games, and the Grizzlies have also given Jackson more challenging defensive matchups. That's the end of the floor where GG needs to improve the most, and while he did not produce any defensive stats against the Magic, the second-year forward was not a liability. He'll be worth taking a late-round flier on in fantasy drafts this fall. |
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Scotty Pippen Scotty Pippen Jr. posts 19/2/7/5 line in blowout
Mon, Jul 15, 2024, 4:08 PM
Scotty Pippen Jr. amassed 19 points (8-of-16 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), two rebounds, seven assists, five steals, and one 3-pointer in 25 minutes in Monday's 108-88 win over Dallas.
Analysis: Pippen continues to play well on both ends of the floor for the Grizzlies' summer league team. In addition to doing an excellent job of setting up his teammates, the two-way contract guard has also been a pest defensively, consistently picking up for 94 feet. With Ja Morant and Marcus Smart returning after injury-riddled 2023-24 seasons, Pippen's minutes will take a significant hit. However, his willingness to do what teams require of backup point guards will give him opportunities to contribute. |
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GG Jackson GG Jackson tallies 23 points, 11 rebounds vs. Mavs
Mon, Jul 15, 2024, 4:04 PM
GG Jackson shot 9-of-19 from the field and 2-of-2 from the foul line in Monday's 108-88 win over Dallas, finishing with 23 points, 11 rebounds, and three 3-pointers in 29 minutes.
Analysis: Jackson's play has steadily improved after getting off to a slow start in his summer opener on July 8. He played well in finishing the Grizzlies' time in Salt Lake City, and progress has continued in Las Vegas. While the minutes are unlikely to match the workload Jackson was asked to shoulder as a rookie due to the Grizzlies being healthy, he will be able to earn rotation minutes when training camp opens in September. The âmicrowave-likeâ scoring ability makes Jackson worthy of consideration in deep fantasy leagues. |
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