BRANDON BOSTON JR. NEWS

Good to go Friday Boston (leg) isn't on the injury report for Friday's game versus the 76ers.

Impact Boston is set to play Friday despite exiting Wednesday's matchup with Portland early due to a right leg injury. Boston is averaging 8.5 points and 3.0 rebounds in 18.6 minutes across his last 10 appearances.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Exits with injury Boston exited Wednesday's game against Portland and went back to the locker room with an apparent right leg injury, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

Impact Boston committed an intentional foul to sub himself out and immediately went back to the locker room with what looks to be a right leg injury. Considering Wednesday's contest is a blowout, and there are only a few minutes left, it wouldn't be surprising for Boston's night to be over. Look to Antonio Reeves and Jordan Hawkins to pick up the slack.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Drops 14 points Wednesday Boston finished Wednesday's 119-108 loss to the Heat with 14 points (5-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one steal in 20 minutes.

Impact Boston led the bench unit with 14 points, continuing to make the most of what are now, limited opportunities. He stepped into a major role earlier in the season but with the roster getting healthier by the week, his playing time has subsequently dipped. Nonetheless, it has been a fantastic learning experience for Boston, allowing him to prove he belongs in the NBA.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 17 points off bench Boston amassed 17 points (7-14 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-3 FT), six rebounds, one assist and four steals over 19 minutes during Thursday's 128-111 loss to the Rockets.

Impact Boston had been trending in the wrong direction of late following a strong, albeit unsustainable, start to the campaign when he was forced to step up amid a rash of injuries. Boston has been playing exclusively off the bench since the beginning of December, and while that role limits his fantasy upside in most formats, he's still a serviceable streaming option in some slates. This 17-point outing was the sixth time he scored in double digits across 10 December appearances, but only the second time he did it over his previous six, showing signs of ending the woeful stretch that saw him shoot just 40.9 percent from the floor between Dec. 12 and Dec. 22.

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Game-high three steals in defeat Boston totaled seven points (3-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt), three rebounds, three assists and three steals in 21 minutes during Thursday's 133-113 loss to the Rockets.

Impact Boston struggled with efficiency Thursday, though he led the Pelicans' bench in scoring while racking up a game-high mark in steals. The 23-year-old has delivered a career-best season while seeing a sizable uptick in playing time due to injuries. Over his last five games, Boston has averaged 12.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.4 steals across 25.6 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leading scorer off bench Sunday Boston registered 20 points (7-15 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 3-5 FT), two rebounds, one assist and one steal over 31 minutes off the bench during Sunday's 119-104 loss to the Pacers.

Impact The fourth-year wing led the Pelicans in scoring on the night, hitting 20-plus points for the first time since Nov. 8. Boston continues to have a significant role for an undermanned New Orleans roster even after his shift back to the second unit, scoring in double digits in six of the last seven games while averaging 14.3 points, 2.9 boards, 1.9 threes, 1.3 assists and 1.1 steals in 24.6 minutes a contest.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 17 points in loss Boston logged 17 points (7-11 FG, 3-5 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist and one steal in 28 minutes during Sunday's 121-116 loss to the Spurs.

Impact With Brandon Ingram out indefinitely with an ankle sprain, there's suddenly an opportunity for Boston to be very relevant in fantasy leagues as a key part of the second unit offense. He's proven to be a reliable contributor when the minutes are there, and through the first five games of December he's averaging 14.2 points, 2.8 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.8 three-pointers in just 22.8 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Drops 19 points in loss Boston registered 19 points (7-15 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds and one steal over 29 minutes during Monday's 124-112 loss to the Hawks.

Impact Boston continues to make the most of his opportunities, scoring double-digits for the second straight game. Despite moving back to the bench, Boston has maintained a meaningful role on a team that has now lost nine straight games. If and when the Pelicans are fully healthy, Boston could very well fall out of the rotation altogether. Until that happens, he should be able to provide serviceable production on both ends of the floor.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Boston isn't in the starting five for Friday's game versus the Grizzlies.

Impact Boston will be replaced by Trey Murphy in the starting lineup Friday. Boston is averaging 10.8 points, 3.6 assists, 3.4 rebounds and 1.4 steals in 24.8 minutes across his last five appearances coming off the bench.

NOVEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting lineup Boston will start Wednesday's game against the Raptors, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

Impact CJ McCollum and Dejounte Murray are available, but Brandon Ingram (calf) and Trey Murphy (knee) are out, so Boston will slide back into the starting lineup. As a starter this season (nine games), Boston has averaged 14.4 points, 5.0 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.6 steals in 35.2 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Moving to bench Boston isn't in the starting five for Friday's game versus the Warriors.

Impact Boston will head to the bench with the returns of Brandon Ingram and Trey Murphy to the starting five. Boston is averaging 7.3 points, 2.5 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.0 steals in 16.5 minutes across his four appearances coming off the bench this season.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sniffs double-double in loss Boston recorded 12 points (4-12 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, five assists and a steal across 36 minutes in Saturday's 104-99 loss to the Lakers.

Impact Boston had a rough shooting performance Saturday and needed 12 shots to score 12 points. Even though Boston finished just two boards away from a double-double, the shooting woes continue to plague him. He's now failed to reach the 15-point mark in three of his last four appearances while shooting 17-for-48 from the field in that stretch.

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bounces back Friday Boston chipped in 19 points (7-13 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, four assists and one steal in 38 minutes during Friday's 101-94 victory over Denver.

Impact Boston was coming off two consecutive single-digit scoring performances where he struggled with his shot, but he bounced back admirably in this one. The Pelicans need Boston to perform at a high level amid their injury woes, and he's been up to the challenge even when factoring in those two subpar efforts in the losses to Brooklyn and Oklahoma City. Through six starts, Boston is averaging 15.7 points, 5.2 rebounds and 5.0 assists per game while shooting 45.6 percent from the field.

NOVEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles with shot Wednesday Boston provided eight points (3-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists, one block and two steals over 31 minutes during Wednesday's 106-88 loss to the Thunder.

Impact Boston scored in double digits in five games in a row amid a stretch in which he got promoted to the starting lineup due to the rash of injuries the Pelicans are going through. However, he's struggled massively with his shot over his last two contests, scoring a combined 15 points while going 6-for-23 from the field in that span. He's done enough to remain valuable in fantasy due to his contributions in other categories, however, as he's tallied 17 boards, 14 assists and five steals in that two-game stretch as well. That said, he needs to improve his scoring figures because he'll remain with a prominent role in the Pelicans' offensive scheme as long as they stay as depleted as they are right now.

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Packs stat sheet Boston logged seven points (3-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt), seven rebounds, 10 assists and three steals in 35 minutes during Monday's 107-105 loss to Brooklyn.

Impact Boston took a step back in terms of scoring after posting a 26-point night Friday against Orlando. However, he set new top marks on the season in rebounds, assists and steals to make up for a sluggish shooting performance. It's clear Boston will continue to handle a prominent role in the offense until his squad can get healthy.

NOVEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores season-high 26 points Boston registered 26 points (10-17 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, three assists and two steals in 38 minutes during Friday's 115-88 loss to the Magic.

Impact Boston is the next man up in a depleted Pelicans backcourt, but he's putting up decent numbers since being handed a more prominent role. He's scored at least 20 points in two of his three starts and is averaging 17.6 points per game in games in which he's logged at least 20 minutes, a trend that should continue for the foreseeable future.

NOVEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Productive in second start Boston notched 14 points (4-11 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), two rebounds, five assists and one block in 38 minutes during Wednesday's 131-122 loss to the Cavaliers.

Impact While he couldn't match the 20 points he delivered Monday against the Trail Blazers, Boston was productive again in his second straight start and just the third of his NBA career. The former Clipper has stepped into a bigger role with both CJ McCollum (thigh) and Dejounte Murray (hand) on the shelf, averaging 15.5 points, 3.8 assists, 3.0 boards, 1.8 threes and 1.0 steals in 32.0 minutes over the last four contests, and Boston seems to have leapfrogged 2023 first-round pick Jordan Hawkins on the depth chart at shooting guard for the time being.

NOVEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shines in first start of season Boston finished with 20 points (9-15 FG, 2-6 3Pt), three rebounds, four assists, one block and two steals in 37 minutes during Monday's 118-100 loss to Portland.

Impact Boston got the start Monday for a depleted Pelicans team, and he responded by posting his best game of the campaign. Don't be surprised if Boston, who has now scored in double digits in three straight outings, remains in the starting lineup given how depleted the Pelicans are at the moment.

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets start Monday Boston will enter the starting lineup in Monday's game against the Trail Blazers, Christian Clark of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

Impact With Jordan Hawkins (back) joining CJ McCollum (thigh) and Dejounte Murray (hand) on the sideline, Boston will receive his second career start Monday. The 22-year-old has found some opportunity in a depleted backcourt, and he has averaged 7.3 points, 2.5 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.0 steals across 16.5 minutes per game in four regular-season appearances.

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Intriguing performance Friday Boston posted 14 points (6-9 FG, 2-4 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists and two steals in 23 minutes during Friday's 125-118 victory over the Pacers.

Impact Boston came from nowhere to score a season-high 14 points, taking advantage of the fact the Pelicans are without a number of key components. Having struggled to carve out a consistent role throughout his career, Boston may be about to embark on a crucial multi-game stretch. The Pelicans roster is likely to remain as is for at least the next week, opening up some minutes for the likes of Boston. He is someone who should be monitored just in case the talent finally shows through.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Inks two-way deal Boston signed a two-way contract with the Pelicans on Monday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Impact Boston has made 105 NBA regular-season appearances over the last three seasons -- all with the Clippers. However, he'll likely spend most of his time in the G League this season, barring injuries to Dejounte Murray (personal), CJ McCollum, Jose Alvarado and/or Trey Murphy.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Let go by San Antonio The Spurs waived Boston on Saturday, Jeff Garcia of KENS 5 San Antonio reports.

Impact Boston was unable to make the regular-season roster with San Antonio despite spending the preseason and training camp with the team. Boston will now likely join the Austin Spurs of the G League.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joins San Antonio for camp Boston signed with the Spurs on Friday, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Impact Boston became an unrestricted free agent after the Clippers didn't tender him a $2.48 million qualifying offer at the end of June. After appearing in 51 regular-season games as a rookie in 2021, Boston saw a reduced role in his subsequent two campaigns with the Clippers. Entering his age-23 season, Boston is still a young prospect with room to grow, but he'll have an uphill battle to make the Spurs' initial regular-season roster.

AUGUST 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to enter free agency The Clippers are not expected to tender a qualifying offer for Boston, making him an unrestricted free agent, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact Boston was selected with pick No. 51 in the 2021 draft, and he averaged career-highs in every major statistical category his rookie season. However, the past two years the 22-year-old was much less of a factor for the team, and he averaged 5.2 points, 1.6 rebounds, 0.4 assists and 0.3 steals across 10.8 minutes in 32 regular-season games. Boston is still young, and he will likely garner interest as a player who has potential moving forward.

JUNE 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE