Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Set for multi-week absence
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The Grizzlies announced Monday that Kennard (knee) will be re-evaluated in two weeks as he continues to recover from a bone bruise in his left knee.
Kennard has missed Memphis' last two games, and given his timeline to be re-evaluated, he'll now miss the next contests, at a minimum. The absence of Kennard's perimeter shooting will be a tough blow to a beleaguered Memphis offense, as Desmond Bane is already logging a career-high 34.8 minutes per game. The Grizzlies will likely continue to turn to Jacob Gilyard, John Konchar and Ziaire Williams to fill out the minutes at guard and on the wing while Marcus Smart (ankle) and Ja Morant (suspension) are unavailable. Additionally, Santi Aldama could continue to start at small forward as part of ultra-big lineups featuring Jaren Jackson and Bismack Biyombo in the frontcourt.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Out again Sunday
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Kennard (knee) will not play Sunday against Boston.
Kennard will miss his second consecutive game due to a left knee injury. His next opportunity to suit up will be Wednesday against Houston, but Memphis will be extremely shorthanded without him in the meantime. John Konchar and David Roddy will likely be tasked with additional usage.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Out Saturday
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Kennard (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Spurs.
Kennard left Tuesday's game due to a left knee injury and will miss at least one additional contest, though it's possible he remains sidelined for the second half of Memphis' back-to-back set versus Boston on Sunday. Marcus Smart (foot) also joins the Grizzlies' long injury list, but Derrick Rose (knee) could make his first appearance since Oct. 30. Jacob Gilyard, John Konchar, Ziaire Williams and David Roddy are also candidates for increased roles.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Deemed day-to-day
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Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins said Thursday that Kennard (knee) is considered day-to-day moving forward, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.
Kennard left Tuesday's game versus the Lakers early due to a left knee injury but doesn't appear to be dealing with a long-term issue. If he's unable to suit up against the Spurs on Sunday, Jacob Gilyard should continue to receive extended minutes.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Suffers knee injury Tuesday
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Kennard is doubtful for the remainder of Tuesday's game versus the Lakers due to left knee soreness. He tallied zero points (0-5 FG, 0-3 3Pt) and three rebounds in six minutes prior to leaving the contest.
With Marcus Smart (ankle) already ruled out for the rest of the night, the Grizzlies will be further shorthanded in the backcourt in the likely event Kennard is unable to return. Kennard will have three days to hopefully move past the injury before the Grizzlies return to action Saturday in San Antonio.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Efficient night off the bench
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Kennard had 13 points (4-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and two assists over 24 minutes in Sunday's 105-101 win over the Clippers.
Kennard has now scored in double-digits in four straight contests and has played at least 20-plus minutes off the bench since the beginning of November. He'll continue to serve as the first guard off the bench in relief of Marcus Smart and Jacob Gilyard.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Scores 13 points off bench
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Kennard chipped in 13 points (4-7 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, three assists and one steal across 27 minutes during Wednesday's 108-102 loss to the Heat.
Kennard made his presence felt off the bench once more, scoring in double digits and draining multiple three-point shots for the second game in a row. Given he is deployed as a bench player, his fantasy upside will be exclusively tied to what he can do as a shooter, but even in that scenario, he should be an asset, particularly for managers who need an offensive punch and a boost in three-point numbers in deeper category-based leagues.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Off injury report
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Kennard is no longer on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's game against the Jazz.
A concussion kept Kennard on the shelf for three straight games, but he's officially available to return. Kennard was terrific down the stretch of the 2022-23 season, and the Grizzlies will hope he can find that form quickly to snap their losing streak.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Still out Monday
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Kennard (concussion) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Dallas.
Kennard will be unavailable for a third consecutive game due to a concussion, but coach Taylor Jenkins said last week that he doesn't expect the shooting guard to have a long-term absence. Kennard's next opportunity to suit up will be Wednesday against Utah.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Will miss at least two games
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Kennard (concussion) will miss Friday's home game against Denver and Saturday's contest in Washington, but coach Taylor Jenkins said the shooting guard's absence won't be long term, Chris Herrington of The Daily Memphian reports.
Kennard played 15 minutes in the Grizzlies' regular-season opener Wednesday, but he'll now miss back-to-back games while in the league's concussion protocol. In Kennard's absence, Derrick Rose, Jake LaRavia and John Konchar are candidates for increased roles.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Won't play Friday
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Kennard has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Nuggets due to the league's concussion protocol.
Kennard played 15 minutes in Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Pelicans and totaled three points, two rebounds and two assists. However, he'll be unavailable for at least one game due to the league's concussion protocol. Given the nature of his absence, it wouldn't be surprising to see him unavailable Saturday against the Wizards as well, although his status for the second half of the back-to-back set hasn't yet been determined. Derrick Rose and John Konchar could see an uptick in playing time Friday.
Kennard (shoulder) is healthy for the start of training camp, Drew Hill of The Daily Memphian reports.
Kennard missed the Grizzlies' final game of the postseason in April due to a shoulder injury, but the issue isn't hindering him as the team prepares for the start of training camp. Over 59 appearances between the Clippers and Grizzlies last year, he averaged 9.3 points and 2.7 rebounds in 22.3 minutes per game.
Kennard (shoulder) has been ruled out for Game 6 versus the Lakers on Friday.
This is a tough blow for Memphis as they lose one of their top perimeter shooters. Kennard was carrying a questionable tag prior to this update, so he's likely considered day-to-day going forward. In Kennard's absence, the Grizzlies could turn to John Konchar and David Roddy.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Considered a game-time call
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Kennard (shoulder) is considered a game-time call for Game 6 versus the Lakers on Friday, ESPN's Dave McMenamin reports.
Kennard is still carrying a questionable tag and was a limited participant at the morning shootaround. With Memphis' season on the line, Kennard getting the green light would be a big boost for the Grizzlies due to the elite floor spacing he provides.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Attends shootaround Friday
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Kennard (shoulder) is at Memphis' shootaround ahead of Game 6 versus the Lakers on Friday, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.
While Kennard was seen at shootaround, it appears that his participation was limited. Kennard is shooting 50 percent from three on 3.2 attempts per game this series, so his potential absence could hurt the Grizzlies' spacing.
