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POR • Guard • #00
14 days ago
Henderson logged 19 minutes on Wednesday, and he’ll surprisingly be available for the second leg of Portland’s back-to-back set. His availability is an encouraging update for his long-term health, and fantasy managers should be optimistic heading into the All-Star break.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Guard • #00
14 days ago
Despite the outcome of Wednesday’s game and the five turnovers, this was an encouraging performance for Henderson. The third-year guard shot the ball well from the field and the foul line, including a 3-of-5 night from beyond the arc. Scoot’s minutes are still being limited, as he played 19 on Wednesday, but that will likely change after the All-Star break. The Trail Blazers visit Utah on Thursday, but fantasy managers should assume that Henderson will sit for injury management reasons.
POR • Guard • #00
16 days ago
After making his season debut on Friday, Henderson did not play in Saturday’s win over the Grizzlies. The point guard will likely be under a minutes restriction, given the amount of time that he’s missed.
Source: Danny Marang
POR • Guard • #00
17 days ago
After making his season debut in Friday’s win over the Grizzlies, Henderson did not play the following night. On track to play against the 76ers, he’ll likely be under a minutes restriction if cleared. Caleb Love could be made inactive, since he’s close to his 50-game limit.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Guard • #00
19 days ago
Henderson made his season debut on Friday, logging 21 minutes off the bench in a win over the Grizzlies. Due to the time missed, his sitting out the rematch was to be expected. If Deni Avdija (back) can return, he’ll be able to absorb most of the minutes that would have gone to Scoot.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Guard • #00
19 days ago
Henderson made his season debut on Friday and came off the bench to log 21 minutes and nearly notch a double-double. The long-awaited return came with plenty of ups and downs. Henderson shot poorly from beyond the arc but was aggressive and had enough shooting volume to score in double figures. And while he led the team in assists, he also totaled five turnovers. Henderson will need time to work off the rust, but coming out of his first game healthily is an encouraging sign.
POR • Guard • #00
19 days ago
Henderson is officially available to make his first appearance of the season for the Trail Blazers after suffering a torn hamstring during the offseason. Given the time that he’s missed, the guard will likely be under a minutes restriction. Also, those who have Henderson rostered should plan for him to sit out Saturday’s game against the Grizzlies.
Source: Danny Marang
POR • Guard • #00
21 days ago
After suffering a torn left hamstring during the offseason, Henderson’s path to a full recovery has been an arduous one. He’ll make his season debut on Friday, and the point guard is likely to be under a minutes restriction. Henderson won’t affect fantasy basketball immediately, but he’s someone who could have added value after the All-Star break due to the Blazers’ need for playmakers on the perimeter.
Source: Sean Highkin
POR • Guard • #00
23 days ago
Henderson was upgraded to doubtful after going through a full workout on Monday, but he isn’t ready to play in games yet. However, that should change soon. With Jrue Holiday (personal) considered questionable, the Trail Blazers may once again field a starting lineup that does not have a point guard.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Guard • #00
23 days ago
Henderson went through a full workout on Monday, and while he isn’t expected to make his season debut against Phoenix, he should be back soon. His next chance to play will come against the Grizzlies on Wednesday. Henderson will likely be brought along slowly, but he should eventually play enough to make an impact for fantasy managers that can deal with the inefficiencies.
Source: Trail Blazers PR
POR • Guard • #00
24 days ago
This report indicates that if Scoot doesn’t debut against the Suns on Tuesday, he could suit up against the Grizzlies on Wednesday. Considering how long he’s been sidelined, it should be expected that Henderson will miss at least one of those games. He’ll likely be ramped up slowly, so managers should temper their expectations, but he should eventually be a large part of Portland’s rotation.
Source: Casey Holdahl
POR • Guard • #00
28 days ago
Henderson has missed the first 48 games of the season with a torn left hamstring, but he is now in the final stages of his recovery. The 3rd overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft will need a couple more weeks to adjust to the pace and physicality of a full-contact practice before we takes the court, but a mid-February return seems likely.
Source: Sean Highkin
POR • Guard • #00
about 2 months ago
Henderson began non-contact work earlier this month, but now he has progressed to basketball-specific activities. The Blazers will see how he responds to that increase in workload in two weeks, and then we should have a better idea of his exact timeline.
Source: Sean Highkin
POR • Guard • #00
3 months ago
It appears all three Trail Blazers are still a ways away from returning to the floor. Scoot has yet to suit up this season, while Holiday has been out almost a month and Thybulle hasn’t played since October. Portland has made it work without Scoot and Jrue by starting Sidy Cissoko and putting the ball in Deni Avdija’s hands, though the return of either would help this rotation tremendously.
Source: Sean Highkin
POR • Guard • #00
3 months ago
Henderson has yet to appear in a game this season, as he suffered a torn left hamstring during an individual workout before the start of training camp. As recently as Tuesday, he told The Athletic that he still wasn’t doing much movement. Henderson has been limited to stationary shooting and some ball-handling drills, so it’s crucial to keep in mind that the two-to-four-week timeframe is for a re-evaluation of the injury. With Jrue Holiday (calf) out at least one to two weeks, expect to see plenty of Deni Avdija on the ball. Caleb Love should continue to play rotation minutes off the bench, and he’s worth tracking in deep leagues.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Guard • #00
3 months ago
Henderson suffered a torn left hamstring during a workout just before the Trail Blazers opened training camp. While he has progressed in his recovery, the lack of clearance to run, jump or engage in other explosive movements indicates his return to action is not imminent. “I can walk around to spots, but no jumping, no exploding,” Henderson told The Athletic on Tuesday. “I shoot free throws, some ballhandling, but without moving much.” With Jrue Holiday and Blake Wesley also injured, Portland has relied on Shaedon Sharpe, Deni Avdija and Caleb Love to take on playmaking responsibilities. Holiday’s injury is not expected to be long-term, so he’ll assume the starting point guard duties once again when he’s cleared to play. As for Henderson, fantasy managers with an open IL+ slot can continue to stash him. However, those working with injury-riddled rosters may need to move on and seek alternatives.
Source: The Athletic
POR • Guard • #00
4 months ago
Unsurprisingly, Portland will extend the rookie contracts of their 2023 and 2024 first-round picks. This will be a big season for Henderson and Murray as they look for new contracts next summer, though Scoot’s season won’t get off to the ideal start, as he’s set to be sidelined for the start of the year.
Source: Sean Highkin
POR • Guard • #00
5 months ago
According to the Trail Blazers, Henderson suffered a torn left hamstring during a workout earlier this week. The initial expectation is that he’ll miss anywhere from four to eight weeks, meaning the third-year guard is highly unlikely to be available for opening night. Henderson’s absence places more responsibility upon Jrue Holiday’s shoulders as he looks to rebound from a 2024-25 season that was underwhelming by fantasy standards. The injury news may also mean that Deni Avdija will have more opportunities to serve as a primary playmaker, raising his fantasy ceiling after an excellent first season in Portland.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Guard • #00
11 months ago
Scoot will sit out a fourth straight game, which means Dalano Banton should get some additional playing time. Banton’s fantasy value will be even higher if Anfernee Simons (arm) sits out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Guard • #00
11 months ago
Henderson will miss a third straight game as he remains in the league’s concussion protocol. Dalano Banton will play additional rotation minutes, and he would get another start if Anfernee Simons does not play. Simons is questionable with a right forearm contusion.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Guard • #00
11 months ago
Henderson will remain sidelined for a second-straight game while in the league’s concussion protocol. Dalano Banton should continue to fill out the backup point guard minutes, but with Anfernee Simons questionable again, he could move into the starting lineup. That is the only scenario where Banton would be worth streaming. He was held scoreless in 19 minutes off the bench on Sunday with Henderson out.
Source: Trail Blazers PR
POR • Guard • #00
11 months ago
Henderson will miss at least one game after landing in the league’s concussion protocol. While his absence does not change anything regarding Anfernee Simons’ status as the starting point guard, Henderson not playing likely means more playing time for Dalano Banton. Banton is not a must-stream player in this spot, but that would change if Simons also misses Sunday’s game. Simons is questionable with a sore right forearm.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Guard • #00
11 months ago
Henderson’s production has been inconsistent after a run in which he reached double figures in 11 of 12 games after the All-Star break. The second-year guard has surpassed 10 points three times in his last six appearances, shooting 32.4 percent from the field. Therefore, Henderson is ranked outside the top 250 in eight-cat formats during this stretch. The playing time will be there, and Tuesday’s performance was a step in the right direction. As has been the case throughout the season, efficiency is the key for Henderson.
POR • Guard • #00
12 months ago
Henderson was outstanding on Wednesday, recording his second 30-point game of the season and doing so efficiently. While the second-year guard’s game isn’t “fantasy-friendly” for those competing in category leagues, he is more valuable in points leagues. And with Henderson playing 37 minutes to starting guard Anfernee Simons’ 31, he’s worth the risk during the fantasy playoffs. Simons, who only played 11 minutes in the third and fourth quarters, finished with six points, four rebounds, five assists and two three-pointers.
POR • Guard • #00
12 months ago
Henderson was outstanding on Wednesday, recording his second 30-point game of the season and doing so efficiently. While the second-year guard’s game isn’t “fantasy-friendly” for those competing in category leagues, he is more valuable in points leagues. And with Henderson playing 37 minutes to starting guard Anfernee Simons’ 31, he’s worth the risk during the fantasy playoffs. Simons, who only played 11 minutes in the third and fourth quarters, finished with six points, four rebounds, five assists and two three-pointers.
POR • Guard • #00
12 months ago
Henderson’s 22 points were the most he’s had in a game since January 30. The 21-year-old point guard had shot 41 percent or less from the field in three games in March entering play Friday, but against the Thunder he shot 53 percent from the field. Henderson might’ve benefited from additional usage with Deni Avdija (quad) and Dalano Banton (personal) out, but he’ll need more consistent minutes in general to be a legitimate fantasy asset.