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Jrue Holiday Jrue Holiday has 20 points, 10 assists in loss
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 4:49 PM
Jrue Holiday had 20 points (8-of-18 FGs, 2-of-4 FTs), four rebounds, 10 assists, one steal and two three-pointers in Friday's loss to the Rockets.
Analysis: Holiday has now scored at least 20 points in five of his last six games. The 35-year-old point guard also has back-to-back double-doubles with 10 and 11 assists in his last two games. Holiday has provided sixth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Trail Blazers close out Week 19 against the Pacers on Sunday. |
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Kris Murray Kris Murray (illness) out Friday vs. Rockets
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 12:44 PM
Kris Murray (illness) is out for Friday's game against the Rockets.
Analysis: Murray is set to miss his second game in a row with an illness. With Deni Avdija (back) also sidelined, Scoot Henderson should start again for the Trail Blazers. |
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Deni Avdija Deni Avdija (back) out Friday vs. Rockets
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 12:40 PM
Deni Avdija (back) is out for Friday's game against the Rockets.
Analysis: Avdija is set to miss his sixth consecutive game as he continues to manage a lower back injury. Scoot Henderson should be in line for another start with Avdija and Kris Murray (illness) sidelined. |
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Kris Murray Kris Murray (illness) questionable vs. Houston
Thu, Mar 5, 2026, 12:15 PM
Trail Blazers PR
Kris Murray (illness) is questionable to play against the Rockets on Friday.
Analysis: Murray missed Wednesday's game against Memphis following an early exit on Sunday with this illness. Scoot Henderson entered the starting unit in place of Murray for that game and would likely be in line for another start if Murray remains sidelined. |
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Deni Avdija Deni Avdija (back) doubtful vs. Houston
Thu, Mar 5, 2026, 12:15 PM
Portland Trail Blazers
Deni Avdija (back) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Rockets.
Analysis: Avdija has missed Portland's last five games with a lower back injury, and appears likely to miss a sixth on Friday. Scoot Henderson moved into the starting lineup for Wednesday's win over the Grizzlies, as Portland was also without Kris Murray. If Murray returns, Scoot may be headed to the bench. |
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Scoot Henderson Scoot Henderson struggles in spot start vs. MEM
Wed, Mar 4, 2026, 5:11 PM
Scoot Henderson finished Wednesday's win over the Grizzlies with eight points (3-of-11 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), one rebound, three assists, one steal and one three-pointer.
Analysis: With Deni Avdija and Kris Murray sidelined, Henderson made his second start of the season on Wednesday. Unfortunately, the third-year guard struggled offensively, shooting 1-of-6 from beyond the arc. The good news for fantasy managers is that he kept the turnovers in check, committing two. Fantasy managers in dynasty leagues will be watching Henderson closely over the final month of the regular season, especially with Damian Lillard's return in the cards for 2026-27. |
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Robert Williams Robert Williams III tallies 20 points, 11 boards
Wed, Mar 4, 2026, 5:11 PM
Robert Williams III recorded 20 points (9-of-13 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), 11 rebounds, one steal and three blocks in Wednesday's win over the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Due to Donovan Clingan's second-quarter ejection, Williams' role took on added importance in Memphis. And the Time Lord was up to the task, scoring a season-high 20 points and recording his fourth double-double of the season. Williams has played 20 minutes or more in just five games this season, making him a challenging player to trust in most fantasy leagues. |
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Jerami Grant Jerami Grant records 30/8/4/1 line vs. Memphis
Wed, Mar 4, 2026, 5:11 PM
Jerami Grant tallied 30 points (11-of-19 FGs, 5-of-9 FTs), eight rebounds, four assists, one steal and three three-pointers in Wednesday's win over the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Limited to four points on 1-of-9 shooting in Sunday's loss to the Hawks, Grant rebounded in a big way on Wednesday. Shooting well over 50 percent from the field, he recorded his fourth 30-point game of the season and first since December 14. Fantasy managers also received solid value in the rebound and assist categories, which don't always happen for Grant. |
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Jrue Holiday Jrue Holiday drops 35 points, 11 assists vs. MEM
Wed, Mar 4, 2026, 5:10 PM
NBA
Jrue Holiday accounted for 35 points (13-of-19 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), five rebounds, 11 assists, one steal and eight three-pointers in Wednesday's win over the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Holiday and Jerami Grant put on a show in Memphis, combining for 65 points on 24-of-38 shooting from the field. The former finished with a season-high point total while also reaching double figures in assists for the fifth time. Since the All-Star break, Holiday has been close to a top-25 player in eight-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster. The Trail Blazers play twice more in Week 19, starting with the Rockets on Friday. |
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Scoot Henderson POR starts Scoot, Jrue, Camara, Grant, Clingan
Wed, Mar 4, 2026, 1:30 PM
NBA Lineups
Scoot Henderson, Jrue Holiday, Toumani Camara, Jerami Grant and Donovan Clingan will start Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: The Trail Blazers are once again without Deni Avdija, and his replacement in the starting lineup, Kris Murray, is also out. As a result, Henderson moves into the starting five, while Vit Krej?Ã will remain in his usual reserve role. |
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Kris Murray Kris Murray (illness) downgraded to out vs. MEM
Wed, Mar 4, 2026, 1:12 PM
NBA Injury Report
Kris Murray (illness) is out for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Murray is not available after having to exit Sunday's loss to the Hawks during the first half. With Deni Avdija also out, the Trail Blazers will have to look elsewhere for a starter, with Vit Krej?Ã and Scoot Henderson being potential replacements. |
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Deni Avdija Deni Avdija (back) downgraded to out vs. Memphis
Wed, Mar 4, 2026, 1:06 PM
NBA Injury Report
Deni Avdija (back) is out for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Avdija remains out for another game. And with Kris Murray also out, Vit Krej?Ã or Scoot Henderson may be the replacement in the starting lineup. |
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Robert Williams Robert Williams (knee) absent from injury report
Tue, Mar 3, 2026, 12:18 PM
Portland Trail Blazers
Robert Williams III (knee) is not on the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Williams did not play in Portland's loss to the Hawks on Sunday, as it was the Trail Blazers' second game in as many days. He'll slot in as Donovan Clingan's backup, while Yang Hansen has been sent to the team's G League affiliate to get some game time. |
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Deni Avdija Deni Avdija (back) questionable vs. Memphis
Tue, Mar 3, 2026, 12:12 PM
Trail Blazers PR
Deni Avdija (back) is questionable to play against the Grizzlies on Wednesday.
Analysis: Avdija has missed the last four games for Portland, but he could return to take on Memphis. Kris Murray, who is also questionable due to an illness, has been starting in place of Avdija. Vit Krej?Ã started the second half of Sunday's game following Murray's early exit, and he could start against Memphis if both Avdija and Murray remain out. |
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Kris Murray Kris Murray (illness) questionable vs. Memphis
Tue, Mar 3, 2026, 12:11 PM
Portland Trail Blazers
Kris Murray (illness) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Murray had to exit Sunday's loss to the Hawks after playing a handful of minutes due to illness. His departure resulted in more playing time for Vit Krej?Ã, who was inserted into the lineup to begin the third quarter. However, with Deni Avdija (back) also listed as questionable, he would play the lion's share of the minutes if available. |
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Vit Krejci Vit Krej?Ã scores 14 points in return to Atlanta
Sun, Mar 1, 2026, 2:34 PM
Vit Krej?Ã recorded 14 points (4-of-5 FGs, 4-of-6 FTs), four rebounds, one assist and two three-pointers in Sunday's loss to the Hawks.
Analysis: For the first time since being traded from Atlanta to Portland, Krej?Ã was back in town playing against his former team. The 29 minutes were the most he's played in a game since the trade, with Kris Murray's first-half exit due to an illness being a factor. Krej?Ã, who shot 2-of-3 from beyond the arc, was inserted into the lineup to begin the third quarter. With Portland off until Wednesday, that may be enough time for Murray and, more importantly, Deni Avdija (back) to return to full strength. If so, Krej?Ã will likely continue to come off the bench. |
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Jrue Holiday Jrue Holiday leads Trail Blazers with 23 points
Sun, Mar 1, 2026, 2:33 PM
Jrue Holiday finished Sunday's loss to the Hawks with 23 points (9-of-16 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, four assists, one steal and three three-pointers.
Analysis: While Portland did give up 135 points on Sunday, its offense was just as much of an issue. As a team, the Trail Blazers shot 40 percent from the field, with four of the five starters shooting below 50 percent from the field. Holiday was the exception, and he's scored at least 23 points in back-to-back games for the third time this season. As long as the Blazers remain without Deni Avdija (back), Holiday will have added fantasy value. Portland plays three games in Week 19, starting with Memphis on Wednesday. |
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Kris Murray Kris Murray (illness) will not return vs. Atlanta
Sun, Mar 1, 2026, 1:32 PM
Lauren L. Williams
Kris Murray (illness) will not return to Sunday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Murray only played four minutes before exiting Sunday's game with an illness, and he has been ruled out for the rest of the night. Vit Krej?Ã entered the lineup to begin the third quarter, which raises his fantasy ceiling for the rest of the night. |
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Sidy Cissoko Sidy Cissoko (illness) available Sunday vs. Hawks
Sun, Mar 1, 2026, 11:10 AM
Sidy Cissoko (illness) is available for Sunday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Cissoko is once again available after being listed as questionable with an illness. The 21-year-old point guard had zero points in seven minutes off the bench in Saturday's loss to the Hornets. |
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Sidy Cissoko Sidy Cissoko (illness) questionable vs. Atlanta
Sun, Mar 1, 2026, 7:09 AM
NBA Injury Report
Sidy Cissoko (illness) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Cissoko was also questionable ahead of Saturday's loss to the Hornets, going on to play seven minutes off the bench. If cleared, his workload may not change much, so there's no need to slot Cissoko into fantasy lineups. |
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