DEANDRE AYTON NEWS

Puts up double-double Ayton notched 20 points (10-18 FG), 12 rebounds and three assists across 36 minutes during Monday's 104-103 loss to Orlando.

Impact Ayton has been limited by a few minor injuries over the last few weeks, but he's been ready to contribute every time he's been called upon duty. The big man recorded his seventh double-double across his last 10 appearances, a span in which he's averaging 21.9 points and 12.7 rebounds per game while shooting 61.1 percent from the field. Ayton should remain a key part of Portland's future next season and beyond, and he should a stud in fantasy providing he stays healthy.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Posts 18 points in return Ayton (elbow) tallied 18 points (9-15 FG, 0-1 3Pt), eight rebounds, one assist and one steal across 25 minutes in Friday's 142-82 loss to the Heat.

Impact Though the Trail Blazers were a minus-32 with Ayton on the court in his return from a four-game absence due to left elbow tendinitis, the veteran center at least managed to produce respectably enough for fantasy managers on a per-minute basis. Given Portland's status as a non-contender, Ayton could be at risk of further absences over the final two weeks of the regular season, whether due to the elbow issue or another minor injury.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Friday's game Ayton (elbow) is available for Friday's game against Miami, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Impact Ayton missed the last four games due to left elbow tendinitis but will be able to return to action Friday. Although he'll replace Duop Reath in the starting lineup, it's unclear whether Ayton will have any limitations against the Heat.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against Miami Ayton (elbow) is questionable for Friday's game versus the Hawks.

Impact Ayton is in danger of missing his fifth straight contest Friday due to left elbow tendinitis. If Ayton is ruled out, Duop Reath will likely draw another start at center.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Atlanta Ayton (elbow) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Hawks, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.

Impact Ayton's absence streak will extend to four games Wednesday after being downgraded from questionable to out due to left elbow tendinitis. Ayton's next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Miami.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Ayton (elbow) is considered questionable to play in Wednesday's game against Atlanta.

Impact Ayton is at risk of missing a fourth consecutive contest due to left elbow tendinitis. Meanwhile, Jerami Grant (hamstring) is doubtful while Anfernee Simons (knee) has been ruled out Wednesday for a shorthanded Portland squad. Duop Reath will likely continue starting if Ayton is unavailable Wednesday.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Monday Ayton (elbow) will not play in Monday's game versus Houston.

Impact Ayton will be sidelined alongside Jerami Grant (hamstring), while Kris Murray, Toumani Camara and Duop Reath start in the frontcourt Monday. Ayton's next chance to take the court comes Wednesday versus Atlanta.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Status iffy for Monday Ayton (elbow) is questionable for Monday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Ayton was handed a doubtful tag leading up to Saturday's matchup, so he appears to be moving in the right direction. The Blazers will likely give him another look Monday morning to get a better idea of his availability in Houston.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Ayton (elbow) is out for Saturday's game against the Nuggets, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Impact The Trail Blazers will start five rookies against the reigning NBA champions, meaning Ayton will remain on the sidelines for another game. This will be Ayton's second consecutive absence, and his seventh missed game (out of a possible 14) since the beginning of March. Ayton's next chance to play will come against the Rockets on Monday.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed doubtful The Trail Blazers have listed Ayton (elbow) as doubtful for Saturday's game versus the Nuggets,

Impact Ayton was a late addition to Portland's injury report Friday, and he is now trending towards missing his second straight game due to left elbow tendinitis. Should that ultimately be the case, the big man's next chance to suit up would be Monday in Houston. Duop Reath will presumably draw another start at center if Ayton does not get the green light.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Ayton out, Simons injured during Trail Blazers' loss to LA Clippers The Blazers, who started four rookies, were led by Scoot Henderson and Kris Murray.

MARCH 23 • OREGONLIVE.COM

Sitting Friday Ayton (elbow) won't play Friday night against the Clippers, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Ayton will be held out of Friday's contest after being added to the injury report just a few hours before tipoff. Duop Reath is expected to start at center in Ayton's place.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Late addition to injury report Ayton is questionable for Friday's game against the Clippers due to left elbow tendinitis.

Impact Ayton is a late addition to the injury report, which is never a good sign. The 25-year-old center has been on a tear since returning from a hand sprain, as he's averaged 24.1 points, 13.9 rebounds and 1.0 blocks over his last seven appearances. However, if Ayton is sidelined again, Duop Reath would likely be the primary beneficiary.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Big double-double Monday Ayton logged 25 points (11-17 FG, 3-4 FT), 15 rebounds, one assist and two blocks over 37 minutes during Monday's 110-107 loss to the Bulls.

Impact The 25-year-old center has been on a mission since returning from a hand sprain. Ayton has ripped down at least 14 boards in five of six games since rejoining the lineup and scored at least 20 points in all six, averaging 26.8 points, 15.0 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.0 blocks while shooting 63.5 percent from the floor.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Another massive double-double Ayton closed with 31 points (12-21 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 6-6 FT), 14 rebounds and one block across 40 minutes during Thursday's 105-93 loss to the Knicks.

Impact Ayton was dominant down low and made his presence felt on both ends of the court, but his contributions were not enough to lift Portland to victory here. Ayton has been on an absolute tear lately, and aside from recording seven straight double-doubles -- which have come despite a five-game absence in between -- he's also averaging 29.0 points and 16.8 rebounds per game since the beginning of March.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Blazers' Deandre Ayton aims to continue torrid stretch in matchup with Knicks Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton is making major in-roads on shedding his label as an underperformer.Ayton will chase his seventh...

MARCH 14 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Scores season-high 33 points Ayton had 33 points (15-20 FG, 3-4 FT), 19 rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 40 minutes during Wednesday's 106-102 victory over the Hawks.

Impact Anfernee Simons led the way for the Trail Blazers in the scoring column, but Ayton was massive on both ends of the court and delivered his best performance of the campaign. The 33 points were a season-high mark for him, and it was also the fourth time he grabbed 19 or more boards -- with two of those coming during the current month. Ayton is averaging 21.4 points and 13.8 rebounds across his last 10 appearances.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Double-double in Monday's loss Ayton recorded 22 points (11-19 FG), 15 rebounds and one assist over 33 minutes during Monday's 121-99 loss to the Celtics.

Impact It was Ayton's 23rd double-double of the season, but it didn't come with much of a contribution in other fantasy categories. The 25-year-old center has a five-game double-double streak going, although he missed five contests in the middle of it due to a hand sprain, and over 10 games since the beginning of February he's averaging 18.9 points, 12.2 boards, 2.1 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.0 blocks while shooting 61.6 percent from the floor.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Returns with season-high 30 points Ayton recorded 30 points (14-25 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 19 rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals over 40 minutes during Saturday's 128-118 overtime victory over Toronto.

Impact Ayton proved to be the remedy to stop Portland's three-game skid although the Trail Blazers managed to g 2-3 without him thanks to a two-game tilt against Memphis. Ayton has been out for three extended periods totaling 22 games, and although multliple injuries have contributed to Portland's lost season, the team's fortunes would have been brighter with a healthy frontcourt. Ayton's return will move Duop Reath back to the bench and outside the realm of fantasy viability.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Deandre Ayton powers Blazers past Raptors in OT Deandre Ayton scored a season-best 30 points and collected 19 rebounds in his return from injury to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to a 128...

MARCH 10 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Ayton has season-high 30 points and Trail Blazers hold off Raptors 128-118 in OT Deandre Ayton returned from a right hand sprain and had a season-high 30 points and 19 rebounds to help the Portland Trail Blazers beat the...

MARCH 10 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Good to go Saturday Ayton (hand) will start Saturday's game against Toronto, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Impact No surprise here, as Ayton was previously considered probable. He missed the past five games for Portland, but there's no word of any restrictions. Duop Reath will likely move to the bench with Ayton back in the mix.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play against Toronto Ayton (hand) is listed as probable for Saturday's game versus the Raptors.

Impact Ayton is expected to return to action Saturday after missing Portland's last five contests with a right hand sprain. If the 25-year-old center is upgraded to available, he will likely reclaim his starting spot from Duop Reath.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Officially out Ayton (hand) has been ruled out for Friday's matchup with the Rockets, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Impact No surprise here, as Ayton was deemed doubtful heading into the evening. His absence will mark his fifth straight game missed. In his absence, Duop Reath figures to remain in the starting lineup. Ayton's next chance to suit up will come Saturday versus the Raptors.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Friday Ayton (hand) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Rockets.

Impact It appears that Ayton will likely miss his fifth straight game Friday, and that happens to be the front end of a back-to-back set. Duop Reath has been a popular pickup in fantasy formats and will likely continue to benefit in the meantime.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE