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Jerami Grant Jerami Grant (calf) exits during fourth quarter
Fri, Mar 27, 2026, 7:01 PM
Sean Highkin
Jerami Grant (calf) finished Friday's loss to the Mavericks with 19 points (4-of-8 FGs, 9-of-12 FTs), four rebounds, one steal, two blocks and two three-pointers.
Analysis: Grant injured his right calf during the second half of Friday's defeat, and there is some concern that he'll miss time. Following the game, acting head coach Thiago Splitter said Grant felt a pop in his calf. He'll be evaluated further on Saturday, and Sunday's game against the Wizards could be off the board for Grant, at a minimum. If he misses time, Scoot Henderson (9/2/3/3 with one three-pointer) would have added importance to the Trail Blazers, even if he continues to come off the bench. |
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Deni Avdija Deni Avdija records 20/9/6/1/2 line vs. Dallas
Fri, Mar 27, 2026, 6:59 PM
Deni Avdija accounted for 20 points (8-of-15 FGs, 4-of-9 FTs), nine rebounds, six assists, one steal and two blocks in Friday's loss to the Mavericks.
Analysis: Avdjia did everything but make a three-pointer on Friday, helping compensate for another high-turnover night. The Trail Blazers' playmaker was responsible for five turnovers against the Mavericks, and he's been responsible for at least three in each of his last ten appearances. Given how much Avdija has the ball in his hands, the turnovers are somewhat understandable. And the task would become more difficult if Jerami Grant (calf) has to miss time. |
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Jrue Holiday Jrue Holiday leads Trail Blazers with 23 points
Fri, Mar 27, 2026, 6:59 PM
Jrue Holiday recorded 23 points (8-of-19 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), four rebounds, three assists, one steal and three three-pointers in Friday's loss to the Mavericks.
Analysis: Holiday finished Friday's defeat with his first 20-point game in two weeks, with his scoring output having decreased during the second half of March. After scoring 20 or more in five of Portland's first six games of the month, the veteran guard was limited to 15 or fewer in seven straight before Friday. With Jerami Grant leaving Friday's game with a calf injury, the Trail Blazers may need more offensive production from Holiday going forward, which could raise his ceiling. But only if he can take advantage. |
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Robert Williams Robert Williams III (back) will not return vs. DAL
Fri, Mar 27, 2026, 5:37 PM
Portland Trail Blazers
Robert Williams III (back) will not return to Friday's game against the Mavericks.
Analysis: Williams looked uncomfortable after landing on the court after completing an alley-oop dunk late in the second quarter. The Time Lord tweaked something in his back and is now done for the night. The Trail Blazers will likely go small when starting center Donovan Clingan is not on the floor. |
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Robert Williams Robert Williams (knee) available vs. Dallas
Fri, Mar 27, 2026, 2:48 PM
NBA Injury Report
Robert Williams (knee) is available to play against the Mavericks on Friday.
Analysis: Williams will be good to go after initially being listed as questionable. He'll continue to make an impact in limited minutes, which will make him a difficult player to be worth rostering. |
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Vit Krejci VÃt Krej?Ã (calf) downgraded to out vs. Dallas
Fri, Mar 27, 2026, 2:24 PM
NBA Injury Report
VÃt Krej?Ã (calf) is out for Friday's game against the Mavericks.
Analysis: Krej?Ã's continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball, given the decrease in playing time he experienced before his calf injury. |
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Robert Williams Robert Williams (knee) questionable vs. Dallas
Thu, Mar 26, 2026, 2:24 PM
NBA Injury Report
Robert Williams (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against the Mavericks.
Analysis: Friday's game is not part of a back-to-back, but Williams is still on the report for injury management reasons. If he's unable to play against the Mavericks, the Trail Blazers will likely play starting center Donovan Clingan for a few more minutes while going small when he isn't in the game. |
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Vit Krejci VÃt Krej?Ã (calf) doubtful vs. Dallas
Thu, Mar 26, 2026, 2:20 PM
NBA Injury Report
VÃt Krej?Ã (calf) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Mavericks.
Analysis: Krej?Ã has missed Portland's last six games. His continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as his minutes were decreasing before the calf injury. |
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Scoot Henderson Scoot Henderson drops 23 points, four assists
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 6:33 PM
Scoot Henderson finished Wednesday's win over the Bucks with 23 points (6-of-13 FGs, 8-of-8 FTs), three rebounds, four assists, one steal and three three-pointers.
Analysis: Henderson was outstanding on Wednesday, leading the Trail Blazers in scoring while also not committing a turnover. His role keeps the former lottery pick's fantasy ceiling relatively low, but he has provided 11th-round value in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks. Henderson is another player who could benefit from Portland's upcoming schedule, which is the NBA's weakest by win percentage. |
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Jerami Grant Jerami Grant hits four triples, scores 18 points
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 6:32 PM
Jerami Grant recorded 18 points (7-of-16 FGs), two rebounds, one block and four three-pointers in Wednesday's win over the Bucks.
Analysis: Back in the lineup after sitting out the last two games, Grant shot 4-of-10 from beyond the arc in 24 minutes. The veteran forward did not offer much outside of the points and three-pointers, but he has provided ninth-round value in eight-cat formats since the All-Star break. Games against the Mavericks and Wizards to end Week 22 will give Grant two more opportunities against lottery-bound teams to put up numbers that will benefit fantasy managers. |
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Deni Avdija Deni Avdija posts 18 points, seven assists vs. MIL
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 6:30 PM
Deni Avdija finished Wednesday's win over the Bucks with 18 points (4-of-8 FGs, 9-of-11 FTs), four rebounds, seven assists, one block and one three-pointer.
Analysis: Avdija and the Trail Blazers took care of business on Wednesday, scoring 71 first-half points and winning by a 130-99 final score. Due to the game being a blowout, he only played 25 minutes, a development that some fantasy managers won't be pleased with. However, the points, assists and percentages were solid, so managers won't have too much to complain about after Avdija's showing against the Bucks. |
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Jerami Grant POR: Grant, Jrue, Deni, Toumani, Donovan to start
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 3:48 PM
NBA Starting Lineups
Donovan Clingan, Jrue Holiday, Toumani Camara, Deni Avdija and Jerami Grant will start vs. the Bucks on Wednesday.
Analysis: Grant is back in the starting lineup on Wednesday after missing the Blazers' loss to the Nuggets. The veteran has spent time as both a starter and reserve throughout the season, averaging 18.6 points over 55 games. His production could be important as Portland battles for seeding down the stretch of the season. |
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Jerami Grant Jerami Grant (foot) available Wednesday vs. Bucks
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 3:17 PM
Jerami Grant (foot) is available for Wednesday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: Grant is set to return after a two-game absence due to left foot soreness. Sidy Cissoko will return to the bench with Grant back in the starting lineup. In his most recent game action, Grant had 26 points in a win over the Timberwolves last Friday. |
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Vit Krejci VÃt Krej?Ã (calf) downgraded to out vs. Milwaukee
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 2:23 PM
Conor Bergin
VÃt Krej?Ã (calf) is out for Wednesday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: Wednesday's game will be the sixth that Krej?Ã has missed with a calf injury. His continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball. |
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Robert Williams Robert Williams III (knee) upgraded to available
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 2:21 PM
Conor Bergin
Robert Wililams III (knee) is available for Wednesday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: Williams is set to return after sitting out Monday's win over the Nets, which was Portland's second game in as many nights. He'll resume his usual backup center duties, with starter Donovan Clingan potentially playing a few minutes less than he normally would. |
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Robert Williams Robert Williams (knee) questionable vs. Bucks
Tue, Mar 24, 2026, 2:54 PM
NBA Injury Report
Robert Williams (knee) is questionable to play against the Bucks on Wednesday.
Analysis: Williams missed Monday's game, which was the second of a back-to-back. He is on the injury report again, but he should be back to take on Milwaukee and fill out the backup center minutes. |
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Vit Krejci VÃt Krej?Ã (calf) questionable vs. Milwaukee
Tue, Mar 24, 2026, 2:50 PM
NBA Injury Report
VÃt Krej?Ã (calf) is questionable to play against the Bucks on Wednesday.
Analysis: Krej?Ã has missed the last five games for Portland with this calf injury. Jerami Grant (foot) has missed the last two and is also questionable. If Grant remains out and Krej?Ã returns, he could have some streaming appeal, though he isn't worth the risk on a day with 12 games. |
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Jerami Grant Jerami Grant (foot) questionable vs. Milwaukee
Tue, Mar 24, 2026, 2:45 PM
NBA Injury Report
Jerami Grant (foot) is questionable to play against the Bucks on Wednesday.
Analysis: Grant has missed Portland's last two games and could remain sidelined for a third straight. Sidy Cissoko should start again if Grant remains out, though he was unproductive in 28 minutes on Monday. |
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Deni Avdija Deni Avdija records 18 points, five rebounds
Mon, Mar 23, 2026, 6:47 PM
Deni Avdija tallied 18 points (4-of-10 FGs, 10-of-12 FTs), five rebounds, two assists and one steal in Monday's win over the Nets.
Analysis: Avdija's struggles from beyond the arc continue, as he missed all three of his three-point attempts on Monday. Over his last six games, the Trail Blazers' playmaker has shot 8-of-37. The good news for fantasy managers is that he's still scored at least 18 points in all six games, surpassing 23 points in four. Avdija's ability to get to the foul line has boosted the points output, preserving most of his fantasy value. |
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Toumani Camara Toumani Camara scores career-high 35 points
Mon, Mar 23, 2026, 6:46 PM
Toumani Camara finished Monday's win over the Nets with 35 points (10-of-12 FGs, 6-of-7 FTs), three rebounds, two assists, two steals and nine three-pointers.
Analysis: Camara has made multiple three-pointers in four of his last five games, but Monday's performance took the cake. Banking in his first three-point attempt was a sign of things to come, as the Trail Blazers' forward started the night 8-of-8 from three. That's a franchise record for consecutive three-pointers without a miss, passing Terry Porter's seven. Camara finished the night 9-of-11 from deep, recording the second 30-point game of his career. Portland plays three more games in Week 22, and they're all against teams headed to the draft lottery. |
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