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Back to bench Friday Len is not in the Kings' starting lineup for Friday's game against the Clippers, Justin Russo of the 'Clip & Roll' podcast reports.

Impact Len made his second start of the regular season Monday against the Hawks and finished with two points, three rebounds, one assist and three blocks over 17 minutes. Len will retreat to the bench Friday as Domantas Sabonis (back) returns from a two-game absence.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to starting five Len is starting Monday's game against the Hawks, Frankie Cartoscelli of KHTK Sactown Sports 1140 reports.

Impact Len will join the first unit for the second time in three games while Domantas Sabonis (back) and DeMar DeRozan (back) continue to work their way back from injuries. Len started Friday night's game against the Timberwolves but finished with only two points and one rebound in nine minutes.

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Saturday Len is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Utah.

Impact Len is back on the back for the second half of this back-to-back set, as Trey Lyles will get the nod at center. Len posted just two points and one rebound in nine minutes in Friday's loss to Minnesota.

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Friday Len is in the Kings' starting lineup for Friday's game against Minnesota, Matt George of ABC 10 Sacramento reports.

Impact Len will make his first start of the 2024-25 regular season Friday due to DeMar DeRozan being sidelined with lower back tightness. Len has seen sparse playing time off the bench and is averaging 1.3 points and 2.3 rebounds over 7.4 minutes per game this season.

NOVEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Swats four shots off bench Len amassed three points (1-1 FG, 1-2 FT), six rebounds and four blocks over 14 minutes during Wednesday's 122-107 win over the Raptors.

Impact Len continues to receive depth minutes in Sacramento's frontcourt. Against Toronto, the veteran big man was able to record season-highs in rebounds and blocks. Len is averaging 1.3 points, 2.7 rebounds, 1.2 blocks and 1.0 assists in 8.7 minutes across six appearances this season.

NOVEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sticking in Sacramento Len intends to sign a one-year. $3.3 million contract with the Kings, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Len will return for a fourth consecutive season in Sacramento, where he'll likely operate as the primary backup to Domantas Sabonis. Len averaged 2.5 points and 2.7 rebounds across 9.3 minutes per game in 2023 and should remain firmly out of fantasy consideration when Sabonis is healthy.

JUNE 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fails to score in three minutes Len closed Friday's 101-100 loss to the Celtics with zero points (0-1 FG) over three minutes.

Impact Len was barely noticeable in the loss, failing to score for the third time in the past five games. His role is typically limited to no more than 12 minutes per night, making him a non-factor, even in deeper formats. At best, he can be considered as a desperation source of blocks.

APRIL 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies three blocks Saturday Len chipped in zero points (0-2 FG), one rebound and three blocks in seven minutes during Saturday's 98-91 loss to New York.

Impact Len blocked a season-high three shots in the loss, albeit in a muted role of just seven minutes. Given he has failed to play more than 10 minutes in eight straight games, Len is not someone managers need to prioritize, even in deeper formats.

MARCH 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report Len (illness) isn't listed on Sacramento's injury report ahead of Monday's game versus the Heat.

Impact Len missed Sunday's game against the Clippers due to an illness but appears to have cleared the aliment. Before his absence, Len had appeared in five straight games, averaging 3.4 points and 2.6 rebounds in 9.0 minutes during that stretch.

FEBRUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out sick Sunday Len (illness) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Clippers

Impact Len's absence will leave Trey Lyles and JaVale McGee as candidates to absorb the backup center minutes behind starter Domantas Sabonis. The 30-year-old's next opportunity to take the court will come Monday against the Heat.

FEBRUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable with illness Len (illness) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Len has a very minor role with the Kings, playing an average of 8.0 minutes across six February appearances.

FEBRUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Deployed as deep reserve in return Len (ankle) logged two minutes in Tuesday's 130-113 loss to the Trail Blazers, recording no statistics during his time on the floor.

Impact All of Len's playing time came in the fourth quarter, when the outcome of the game was already decided. Though he's fully healthy again after missing six weeks with a high-ankle sprain, Len looks to be behind Domantas Sabonis, JaVale McGee and Trey Lyes on the depth chart at center.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Len (ankle) is available for Tuesday's matchup against Portland.

Impact Len is available for the first time since Nov. 13. JaVale McGee was operating as the primary backup to Domantas Sabonis in Len's absence. In six appearances, Len has averaged 2.5 points and 2.7 rebounds in 7.0 minutes, so his availability shouldn't impact Sacramento's rotation.

DECEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to questionable Len (ankle) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against Portland.

Impact Len has been out since Nov. 13 due to a high ankle sprain, but rising to a questionable designation indicates that he's nearing a return. JaVale McGee has filled in admirably since Len's injury, improving Sacramento's defensive rating by 4.3 points per 100 possessions when he's on the court, although he's averaged just 4.7 points and 1.5 rebounds in 7.5 minutes across his last six appearances. Len's box score production won't turn heads either, but his familiarity with Sacramento's offensive system and ability to offer back-up rim protection will be a relevant return for Sacramento's frontcourt.

DECEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Len (ankle) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Frankie Cartoscelli of KHTK Sactown Sports 1140 reports.

Impact Len hasn't played since Nov. 13 due to a right ankle sprain. While the veteran forward isn't expected to see game action for at least another week, his return to practice is a good sign of his availability in the near future.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out six to eight weeks Len is expected to miss six to eight weeks due to a moderate high ankle sprain, Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee reports.

Impact With this timetable, the earliest we'd likely see Len back on the floor is Dec. 29 against Atlanta. Len was on the fringe of the rotation before the injury, so it won't have many fantasy implications.

NOVEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Friday Len (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Len suffered a moderate high-ankle sprain Monday against the Cavaliers and will be unavailable for a second consecutive game. It wouldn't be surprising to see him sidelined beyond Friday, but his next chance to return will be Sunday in Dallas.

NOVEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday MRI imaging confirmed Tuesday that Len suffered a moderate high ankle sprain in Monday's game versus the Cavaliers and he will be ruled out for Wednesday's matchup with the Lakers,...

Impact It wouldn't be surprising for Len to miss additional time due to his ankle injury, but his earliest opportunity to suit up will be Friday's contest against the Spurs. JaVale McGee will likely serve as Sacramento's backup center behind Domantas Sabonis in Len's absence.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not practicing Tuesday Len (ankle) did not practice Tuesday, Sean Cunningham of Fox 40 Sacramento reports.

Impact Len was forced to exit early in Monday's win over Cleveland after suffering an ankle sprain. His inability to practice Tuesday bodes poorly for his availability Wednesday against the Lakers.

NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with ankle injury Len left Monday's game against the Cavaliers due to a right ankle injury and won't return, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

Impact Len appeared to suffer the injury on a collision with an opposing player, and he was unable to place any weight on his right foot while exiting the court. The big man was taken to the locker room for further evaluation, and the team has since announced that he's been shut down for the rest of the night. Expect JaVale McGee to pick up additional minutes in the second half with Len out of commission.

NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid contributions in OT win Len closed Wednesday's 121-118 overtime win over Portland with 10 points (4-4 FG, 2-5 FT), six rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal over 13 minutes.

Impact Len hasn't been a consistent part of the Kings' rotation early in the season, but he played double-digit minutes for the first time this year during Wednesday's overtime win. While Len showed some promise against the Trail Blazers, it seems unlikely that he'll be able to maintain his production unless Sacramento deals with absences at some point.

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Len stays ready to help playoff-bound Kings while Ukraine suffers 'hardest winter' Alex Len is contributing for the Kings as they prepare for the playoffs despite being troubled by conditions in his native Ukraine.

APRIL 2, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Available vs. Oklahoma City Len (illness) is available for Friday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Len was unavailable Wednesday against the Lakers due to a non-COVID illness but will be able to suit up two days later. However, he isn't guaranteed to see the court since he hasn't been part of Sacramento's rotation recently.

JANUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Handed questionable designation Len (illness) is questionable for Friday's game against Oklahoma City.

Impact Len was a late scratch Wednesday as a non-COVID illness kept him, Matthew Dellavedova and Domantas Sabonis out of the contest. The three were all handed questionable tags and will likely be game-time decisions. However, if Len plays and Sabonis sits, he could crack the rotation.

JANUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE