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POR • Forward • #9
3 days ago
With Shaedon Sharpe (calf) still out, Grant has seen an uptick in usage. The 31-year-old small forward had his fourth game with at least 20 points this month. It hasn’t translated into much fantasy production, though, as Grant is outside of the top-150 in per game value over the last two weeks, according to Basketball Monster.
POR • Forward • #9
18 days ago
Grant put on a show on Saturday, shooting 6-of-10 from beyond the arc. He’s scored at least 23 points in three consecutive games, and the 29 recorded against the Grizzlies were the most in a game for the veteran forward since putting up 35 in a December 14 win over the Warriors. While the rebounding and defensive output limit his fantasy ceiling, Grant is worth rostering for those seeking points and three-pointers.
POR • Forward • #9
19 days ago
Grant got the start for the injured Deni Avdija (back) and didn’t disappoint. In 28 minutes, the veteran forward scored well both in and outside the arc, ultimately finishing as Portland’s leading scorer on the evening. Since his January return, he’s scored at least 15 points in six of his nine appearances. Grant doesn’t offer much value in other fantasy basketball categories. But for those fantasy managers in need of points and three-pointers, he’s a fine streaming option.
POR • Forward • #9
22 days ago
For category league managers, Grant’s final stat line wasn’t the best because of the lack of rebounds and defensive stats. However, by this point in his career, more experienced managers know what they’re getting out of the veteran forward. In eight-cat formats, Grant has been ranked outside the top-250 over the past two weeks, according to Basketball Monster. The Trail Blazers have two more games in Week 16, games against the Grizzlies on Friday and Saturday.
POR • Forward • #9
24 days ago
The Trail Blazers are without Jrue Holiday and Deni Avdija for Sunday’s game, opening up two spots in the starting lineup. The resulting voids will be filled by Cissoko and Grant, with the latter being the superior option for fantasy managers.
Source: NBA Lineups
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Grant’s point total was boosted by a 10-of-15 night at the foul line, with the 15 attempts being the most in a game for him since he put up 19 in a November 24 win over the Bucks. However, after an excellent start to the season, Grant’s fantasy value has slipped since he returned from an Achilles injury that sidelined him for 14 games. The Trail Blazers’ forward is ranked outside the top-200 in eight- and nine-cat formats since returning on January 15. Like Jrue Holiday, Grant’s minutes are being restricted, but he has logged 27 minutes in each of his last two appearances.
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Shortly after being upgraded to probable, Grant has now been cleared to play against Miami. This is the first night of a back-to-back, so he will likely sit out against Toronto on Friday, but for this game, Sidy Cissoko and Rayan Rupert will lose out on some minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Grant was initially listed as questionable, but he is now expected to play on the first night of this back-to-back. His return should take away minutes from Sidy Cissoko and Rayan Rupert, though Grant will likely be ruled out against Toronto on Friday for the second night of the back-to-back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Grant will not play after logging 22 minutes off thebench in Saturday’s win over the Lakers. His absence will likely mean more minutes for Sidy Cissoko and Rayan Rupert, with the former having recently been part of the starting lineup.
Source: Casey Holdahl
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Grant and Holiday have only recently returned after extended absences due to injury, and both played in Saturday’s win over the Lakers. Deni Avdija (back) potentially returning would help with the depth, and Sidy Cissoko, Caleb Love and Rayan Rupert should play plenty regardless of what happens with Portland’s leading scorer.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
In his second game on the floor after missing nearly a month with a hamstring injury, Grant was highly efficient scoring-wise. He scored 22 points in as many minutes on solid percentages from the field and the foul line. Grant’s playing time will be limited for the foreseeable future due to injury management, and there’s no guarantee he plays in Sacramento on Sunday. Consider Grant to be questionable.
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Upgraded from questionable to probable earlier Saturday, Grant is good to go. He came off the bench in his first game back from an Achilles injury, resulting in Sidy Cissoko remaining in the starting lineup. Look for that to be the case again on Saturday since Grant is under a minutes restriction.
Source: Dave McMenamin
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Initially questionable for Saturday’s game, Grant is trending toward being available. If he plays against the Lakers, fantasy managers should operate under the assumption that the Trail Blazers’ forward won’t be available for Sunday’s game against the Kings. Rayan Rupert will miss out on a boost to his playing time if Grant plays Saturday night.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Grant made his return to the lineup on Thursday, but that doesn’t mean he’s back to full health. This is the first night of a back-to-back, which means he’ll likely miss one of the two games. Rayan Rupert should take on extra minutes off the bench in the game that Grant is out for.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Grant returned to the floor for the first time in nearly a month on Thursday and provided the Blazers’ bench with a nice scoring boost. In just 23 minutes, the veteran forward utilized the free-throw line to help rack up points and ultimately finish as Portland’s second-leading scorer on the night. Grant also added a pair of blocks and a few assists along the way to provide a bit more fantasy production. How his role develops as the Blazers get healthier will be noteworthy from a fantasy basketball perspective.
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Thursday’s game will be Grant’s first in nearly a month, as he last played on December 18. Similar to how the Trail Blazers have worked Jrue Holiday back into the fold, Grant will come off the bench in his first game back. Sidy Cissoko will likely see his playing time decrease, a negative for his streaming value despite remaining in the starting lineup.
Source: Sean Highkin
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Grant was doubtful before Tuesday’s game and then listed as questionable on Wednesday, so he’s now trending in the right direction to finally be active. He has missed 14th games with an Achilles injury, but could return at a great time for Portland, with Deni Avdija (back) already ruled out for Thursday.
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Listed as doubtful ahead of Tuesday’s loss to the Warriors, Grant being questionable on the initial injury report for Thursday is a step in the right direction. If he remains out, Sidy Cissoko should get another start. Unfortunately, his production has not been consistent enough to merit streaming.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Grant was upgraded to doubtful, which is a good sign that he is getting closer to a return, but this will be a 14th straight absence for him. Sidy Cissoko has started the last three games for Portland and should remain in that role, though he hasn’t been great for fantasy managers.
Source: Trail Blazers PR
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
While the doubtful tag suggests that Grant is closer to missing another game than returning to action, this represents progress. In the past, the Trail Blazers have ruled Grant out immediately, and he has missed the last 13 games. Sidy Cissoko has been the replacement in the starting lineup, but his minutes may decrease as Jrue Holiday shakes off the rust after returning from a calf injury on Sunday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Grant will miss a 13th consecutive game with left Achilles tendonitis. With Kris Murray (back) also out, the Trail Blazers will once again rely on Sidy Cissoko to fill the void in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Counting Friday, Grant will have missed Portland’s last 12 games with an injury the team said wasn’t “long-term.” With Kris Murray (back) also out, the Trail Blazers will once again turn to Sidy Cissoko to fill the void in the starting lineup.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Wednesday’s game will be the 11th that Grant has missed. With Kris Murray listed as doubtful, Sidy Cissoko may be moved into the starting lineup. While a solid defender, Cissoko’s limited offensive ceiling makes him challenging to rely on as a streamer.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Monday’s game will be the tenth that Grant has missed due to left Achilles tendonitis, an injury that the Trail Blazers said would not be a long-term issue. Kris Murray has been his replacement in the starting lineup, and that should not change on Monday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Portland insisted this injury won’t be a long-term issue, but Grant will miss a ninth consecutive game on Saturday. Hopefully the time off will prevent this from being a long-term issue, but Kris Murray should remain a starter for at least one more game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
While Grant did travel with the team for Friday’s game, he is not ready to return to game action. Kris Murray has been the replacement in the starting lineup and will retain that role until Grant is cleared to play. He is worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Grant is traveling with the team, so there is a chance he could return to the court this weekend. He has now missed six straight games with Achilles tendonitis, which has led to an uptick in usage for Kris Murray.
Source: Sean Highkin
POR • Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Grant will remain out for another game, with Wednesday’s being the sixth that he has missed with left Achilles tendonitis. If Kris Murray, who sat out Monday’s win over the Mavericks with a right quad contusion, can play, he’ll likely return to the starting lineup. If Murray remains out, Sidy Cissoko would likely make a second straight start.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Grant will sit out again, which could open up additional opportunities for Murray if he plays. If Murray ends up sitting out, Sidy Cissoko could see a major jump in playing time. Cissoko is worth streaming in deeper leagues only.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #9
2 months ago
Sunday’s game will be the fifth that Grant has missed due to left Achilles tendonitis. Kris Murray has been the replacement in the starting lineup, but he has not done enough to merit being streamed in any fantasy league.
Source: NBA Injury Report