Grizzlies' John Konchar: Grabs team-high 11 boards
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Konchar totaled zero points (0-6 FG, 0-4 3Pt), 11 rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 29 minutes during Wednesday's 111-91 loss to the Rockets.
After back-to-back starts, Konchar moved back to the bench in favor of Jacob Gilyard. However, Konchar actually played more minutes as a reserve Wednesday than he did in each of his previous two games as a starter. Konchar struggled mightily from the field versus Houston, but he was active elsewhere, notching season highs in rebounds and blocks.
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Grizzlies' John Konchar: Returns to bench
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Konchar isn't in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game versus the Rockets, Lachard Binkley of TheDreamShake.com reports.
Konchar will be replaced by Jacob Gilyard in the starting lineup Wednesday. Konchar is averaging 3.9 points, 4.1 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 18.0 minutes across his previous eight appearances coming off the bench this season.
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Grizzlies' John Konchar: Draws start sans Smart
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Konchar will start Saturday's contest against San Antonio.
Konchar joins the Grizzlies' starting lineup with Marcus Smart (ankle) out. Smart is set for a multi-week absence, creating an opportunity for Konchar to capitalize on a central role. Ziaire Williams and David Roddy are candidates to step up as well.
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Grizzlies' John Konchar: Solid showing in loss
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Konchar posted six points (2-4 FG, 2-3 3Pt), six assists, three rebounds and a steal in Tuesday's 134-107 blowout loss against Los Angeles.
Tuesday night was Konchar's sixth game where he saw at least 18 minutes of play, and thus far in November, he has averaged 4.2 points, 2.8 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 0.6 steals as well as a remarkable 50 percent from three (10 attempts). With Ja Morant still serving his suspension, and the respective statuses of Marcus Smart (ankle) and Derrick Rose (knee) in the air, it appears that the 27-year-old will see more playing time for at least the next few upcoming matches.
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Grizzlies' John Konchar: Good to go Friday
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Konchar (hip) is available for Friday's game versus Utah, Chris Herrington of The Daily Memphian reports.
Konchar has been upgraded from questionable to available Friday after missing the previous two games with a strained right hip. With Ziaire Williams (hip) out, Konchar will likely receive extended playing time.
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Grizzlies' John Konchar: Questionable Friday
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Konchar (hip) is questionable for Friday's matchup against the Jazz.
Konchar has missed the past two games with a strained right hip. Memphis is sporting an extensive injury report, so Konchar's availability would be a significant boost. In his 20.0 minutes per game, he's averaging 3.8 points, 5.4 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.0 blocks.
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Grizzlies' John Konchar: Officially ruled out
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Konchar (hip) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Heat.
Konchar will miss his second straight game Wednesday after being downgraded from doubtful to out with a right hip strain. His next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with the Jazz.
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Grizzlies' John Konchar: Doubtful for Wednesday
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Konchar (hip) is doubtful for Wednesday's game against Miami.
Konchar is on track to miss his second consecutive game. If he's officially ruled out Wednesday, Friday against Utah would be his next opportunity to play.
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Grizzlies' John Konchar: Out against Portland
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Konchar is out for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers due to a right hip strain.
Konchar joins a lengthy list of absentees for a Grizzlies team that has struggled badly in the early stages of the season. His next chance to feature will come against the Heat on Wednesday.
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Grizzlies' John Konchar: Racks up seven boards
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Konchar produced seven points (3-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt), seven rebounds and two assists over 18 minutes during Wednesday's 133-109 loss to the Jazz.
Konchar didn't appear in the Grizzlies' regular-season opener but has had relatively consistent playing time off the bench over the last four matchups. He generated modest production Wednesday and is now averaging 4.3 points and 6.5 rebounds in 22.3 minutes per game this season.
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Grizzlies' John Konchar: Active Wednesday
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Konchar (personal) is active for Wednesday's opener against New Orleans.
Konchar was away from the Grizzlies for the majority of preseason while he attended to personal matters, but he is off the injury report for Wednesday's regular-season opener. He brings a much-needed presence at the forward position with Steven Adams (knee) done for the season and Santi Aldama (ankle) out.
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Grizzlies' John Konchar: Still out
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Konchar (personal) will not play in Friday's preseason game against the Bucks, Damichael Cole of Memphis News reports.
Konchar has been away from the Grizzlies since Oct. 17, putting his status for Opening Night on Oct. 25 in jeopardy. Once he returns to Memphis, Konchar should have an opportunity for a consistent spot in the rotation until Ja Morant returns from suspension.
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Grizzlies' John Konchar: Amid personal absence
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Konchar has been away from the Grizzlies for personal reasons, Drew Hill of The Daily Memphian reports.
Konchar hasn't appeared in any preseason contests. Details on his situation and eventual return are scarce, which puts his availability for Friday's preseason finale against Milwaukee in doubt.
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Grizzlies' John Konchar: Will come off bench
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Konchar will return to the second unit for Sunday's Game 1 matchup with the Lakers, Harrison Faigen of SBNation.com reports.
Konchar received a spot start in Memphis' final regular-season game, as the Grizzlies rested most of their regulars, but he'll return to his usual reserve role Sunday. He'll likely be relegated to minutes in the teens, so he's not an enticing target in daily fantasy leagues.
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Grizzlies' John Konchar: Starting Sunday
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Konchar will move into the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Thunder, Joe Mussatto of The Oklahoman reports.
Konchar should get some quality run Sunday with the Grizzlies resting their main guys, making him an intriguing streamer option. Through 19 starts this season, Konchar has registered averages of 8.3 points, 6.2 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.3 triples, 1.2 steals and just 0.8 turnovers per game on 45 percent shooting.
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Grizzlies' John Konchar: Efficient from field in loss
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Konchar finished Wednesday's 138-131 overtime loss to the Pelicans with 10 points (5-7 FG, 0-1 FT), nine rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal in 22 minutes.
Konchar only logged 22 minutes off the bench, but he made the most of that playing time and finished with his first double-digit scoring outing since Jan. 1. This can be viewed as an anomaly, given the number of absences for Memphis, and Konchar's role figures to lighten when they return.
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Grizzlies' John Konchar: Good to go Sunday
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Konchar (hip) will play in Sunday's game against the Bulls.
Konchar has missed a pair of games due to soreness in his left hip but will be available for Sunday's tilt. He should be expected to return to his usual bench role of around 15 minutes.
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Grizzlies' John Konchar: Questionable Sunday
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Konchar (hip) is questionable for Sunday's matchup at Chicago.
Konchar has missed the past two games with left hip soreness. He's a consistent part of Memphis' rotation but hasn't scored more than three points since March 9.
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Grizzlies' John Konchar: Back on injury report
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Konchar (hip) is questionable for Friday's game against the Clippers.
Konchar missed Wednesday's game with a hip injury but was initially left off the injury report for Friday's matchup. However, he's been added to the report and is in danger of missing a second straight game. If he's sidelined, David Roddy and Luke Kennard would be candidates for a few extra minutes.
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Grizzlies' John Konchar: Won't play Wednesday
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Konchar (hip) is out for Wednesday's game versus the Clippers.
Konchar has been downgraded from questionable to out Wednesday with left hip soreness. His next chance to suit up is Friday's rematch with the Clippers.
