Johnson's hot start helps Spurs beat Rockets, end skid at 11
Keldon Johnson had 32 points and the San Antonio Spurs snapped an 11-game losing streak, beating the Houston Rockets on 118-109DECEMBER 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
DOUG MCDERMOTT #7 - SMALL FORWARD - SACRAMENTO KINGS
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Will play Thursday McDermott (ankle) is available for Thursday's affair with the Rockets, Tom Osborn of the San Antonio Express-News reports.
Impact McDermott was listed as probable due to the injury and, as expected, will take the floor Thursday after missing San Antonio's previous two games. In 20 appearances, McDermott has averaged 10.3 points and 2.0 three-pointers across 20.7 minutes per game but could be in line for a larger workload Thursday given the Spurs' lengthy injury report.
DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Expected to return Thursday McDermott (ankle) is expected to play Thursday against the Rockets, Tom Osborn of the San Antonio Express-News reports.
Impact McDermott has missed back-to-back games due to an ankle injury but is on track to suit up Thursday. The Spurs haven't released their official injury report yet, so fantasy managers should wait for confirmation before locking the sharpshooter into lineups.
DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Western Conference-leading Suns hand Spurs 11th loss in row
Deandre Ayton had 25 points and 10 rebounds and the Phoenix Suns overwhelmed San Antonio 133-95, handing the Spurs their 11th straight lossDECEMBER 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Not playing Sunday McDermott (ankle) has been downgraded to out in advance of Sunday's game against the Suns, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.
Impact A sprained right ankle will keep McDermott in street clothes for the second game in a row. The Spurs will also be without Josh Richardson (ankle), with their absences likely leaving spots open in the rotation for Malaki Branham and Romeo Langford behind starting wings Devin Vassell and Keldon Johnson.
DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Doubtful once again McDermott (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Suns, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.
Impact McDermott missed the Spurs' latest contest due to right ankle soreness and will likely miss Sunday's game. With the Spurs rather limited at the wing position, Keita Bates-Diop and Romeo Langford (back) are slated to see more action if McDermott remains out.
DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Phoenix takes on San Antonio following Booker's 41-point game
Phoenix visits the San Antonio Spurs after Devin Booker scored 41 points in the Suns' 122-121 loss to the Houston RocketsDECEMBER 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Williamson powers Pelicans past Popovich-less Spurs, 117-99
Zion Williamson had 30 points and matched a career high with 15 rebounds, and the New Orleans Pelicans rolled to a 117-99 victory over the San Antonio Spurs, who were without coach...DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Officially ruled out McDermott (ankle) won't play in Friday's matchup with the Pelicans.
Impact McDermott, who's dealing with an ankle injury, has been downgraded from doubtful to out for Friday's game. With Jeremy Sochan (quadriceps) also out, Keita Bates-Diop and Isaiah Roby should be in store for extended minutes. McDermott's next opportunity to play is Sunday against Phoenix.
DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Unlikely to play Friday McDermott (ankle) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Pelicans.
Impact McDermott exited Wednesday's game against Oklahoma City due to a right ankle injury and has been diagnosed with a sprain. He'll likely be forced to miss at least one game, which could lead to increased playing time for Keita Bates-Diop and Isaiah Roby.
DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Williams scores 27 points, Thunder push Spurs' skid to 9
Rookie Jalen Williams scored a season-high 27 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder overcame a 20-point second-half deficit to hand the San Antonio Spurs their ninth straight loss,...DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Won't return Wednesday McDermott won't return to Wednesday's matchup against the Thunder due to right ankle soreness, Joe Mussatto of The Oklahoman reports.
Impact The forward must have re-aggravated his ankle injury sometime during Wednesday's matchup, as McDermott missed the team's loss to the Lakers this past Friday with the same issue. McDermott tallied five points, four assists and one rebound in 16 minutes off the bench before exiting.
DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Decent in return from injury McDermott contributed 15 points (6-14 FG, 3-7 3Pt), two rebounds, three assists and one steal over 26 minutes during Saturday's 143-138 loss to the Lakers.
Impact McDermott looked sharp from beyond the arc after missing his team's last matchup Friday due to an ankle injury. He's knocked down three triples in three of his last four matchups, shooting an impressive 47.4 percent from downtown over that stretch. The Creighton product has carved out a nice role for himself off the bench, averaging 20.9 minutes and 10.5 points over 19 games this season.
NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Off injury report McDermott (ankle) is off the injury report for Saturday's game against the Lakers.
Impact McDermott returns following a one-game absence. His scoring has been inconsistent this season, but he's shooting a quality 41.2 percent from three on 4.7 attempts per game.
NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Spurs take on the Lakers on 7-game slide
San Antonio will try to end its seven-game slide when the San Antonio Spurs take on Los AngelesNOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Lakers top Spurs in James' return for first road victory
LeBron James scores 21 points in his return from a five-game absence, Anthony Davis had 25 points and 15 rebounds and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the San Antonio Spurs 105-94 on F...NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Downgraded to out McDermott (ankle) won't play in Friday's game against the Lakers, Ty Jager of PoundingTheRock.com reports.
Impact The Spurs could be holding out McDermott for Friday's game in order to play him on the second leg of a back-to-back. Romeo Langford and Keita Bates-Diop should be in line for extended minutes Friday, with the potential for McDermott to return for Saturday's game against the Lakers.
NOVEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable with sprained ankle McDermott is questionable for Friday's game against the Lakers due to a sprained left ankle.
Impact McDermott is coming off a 21-point performance in just 23 minutes, but he may miss his second game of the year Friday. If that's the case, more minutes could be in store for Romeo Langford and Keita Bates-Diop.
NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Lands 21 points Wednesday McDermott totaled 21 points (9-12 FG, 3-6 3Pt), one rebound and two assists across 23 minutes during Wednesday's 129-110 loss to New Orleans.
Impact McDermott scored at least 20 points for just the second time this season, going 9-of-12 from the floor in an efficient performance. While he does have a relatively consistent role at the moment, his production has been all over the place. McDermott currently sits just inside the top 300, so managers in 12-team leagues can probably avoid him.
NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Williamson has season-high 32 points, Pelicans beat Spurs
Zion Williamson had a season-high 32 points along with 11 rebounds and the New Orleans Pelicans never trailed Wednesday night while handing the San Antonio Spurs their sixth straig...NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Clippers hit 21 3-pointers in 119-97 rout of Spurs
Paul George scored 21 points and hit five of the Clippers’ season-high 21 3-pointers as Los Angeles routed the San Antonio Spurs 119-97NOVEMBER 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Available Saturday McDermott (calf) is available for Saturday's game against the Clippers.
Impact McDermott has struggled from deep lately, shooting just 29.2 percent from three over the past six games. He's averaging only 7.0 points in 20.5 minutes during this stretch.
NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Probable for Saturday McDermott (calf) is probable for Saturday's game against the Clippers, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.
Impact McDermott missed his first contest of the season Thursday due to left calf tightness, but it appears likely that he'll return to action Saturday. Across 15 appearances, the veteran sharpshooter has averaged 9.5 points, 1.9 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 20.9 minutes per game.
NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
San Antonio plays Los Angeles, looks to end road slide
San Antonio will look to break its five-game road skid when the Spurs take on Los AngelesNOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Fox scores 28 points, Kings beat Spurs for 5th win a row
De’Aaron Fox had 28 points and eight assists and the Sacramento Kings beat the San Antonio Spurs 130-112 on Thursday night for their fifth straight victoryNOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
