Duop Reath News, Rumors, Updates - Portland Trail Blazers

Good to go Reath (back) will play in Wednesday's game against the Mavericks.

Impact After missing three straight contests with lower back soreness, Reath will make his return to the hardwood Wednesday. He'll likely split center duties with Ibou Badji due to Deandre Ayton (knee) and Moses Brown (wrist) sidelined.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to questionable Reath (back) has been upgraded to questionable for Wednesday's game against Dallas, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Impact Reath is amid a three-game absence due to lower back soreness. This absence comes on the heels of the 27-year-old rookie booming for 25 points Dec. 26 against Sacramento. For the season, Reath is connecting on 35.9 of 3.9 threes per game while averaging 20.3 points, 7.3 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 1.4 steals and 0.8 blocks per-36 minutes.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Confirmed out Reath (back) won't play Monday against the Suns, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Impact Reath was added to the injury report as doubtful, so this update isn't a real surprise. His next opportunity to return will arrive Wednesday in Dallas.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Reath (back) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Suns.

Impact Reath is expected to miss a third straight game for Portland. Deandre Ayton (knee) will miss a fourth straight game, so the Trail Blazers will rely on a combination of Jabari Walker, Ibou Badji and Moses Brown at center.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Reath (back) won't play in Friday's game versus the Spurs.

Impact Reath will miss his second straight game Friday while dealing with lower back soreness. His next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Phoenix.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch Thursday Reath is a late scratch for Thursday's game against the Spurs due to lower back soreness.

Impact This is a tough blow for Portland, as they are again without Deandre Ayton (knee). Reath is coming off the best performance of his career on Tuesday, as he erupted for 25 points (9-15 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), nine rebounds, one block and one steal in 32 minutes. Moses Brown will start at center and is likely looking at a significant workload.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores career-high 25 points Reath posted 25 points (9-15 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), nine rebounds, one block and one steal in 32 minutes during Tuesday's 130-113 win over the Kings.

Impact After early struggles from Moses Brown, Reath stepped in for Deandre Ayton (knee) and had a huge day, coming close to the first double-double of his pro career. Although Ayton is a huge key to Portand's potential, Portland looked unbeatable in their eighth win with Reath under the basket.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Duop Reath Highlights (25 PTS) | Trail Blazers vs. Kings | Dec. 26

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Moves to bench Reath will come off the bench for Thursday's game against Utah, Jazz's radio announcer David Locke reports.

Impact This is an expected move for Portland, as Deandre Ayton is starting Thursday after missing the past three games with a knee injury. Reath will likely see minutes in the teens as Ayton's primary backup.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Making another start Reath will enter the first unit for Wednesday's game against the Warriors, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Impact Reath will make his second start of the 2023-24 campaign with DeAndre Ayton (knee) sidelined. In his only other start this season, Reath logged eight points, four rebounds, an assist and a block across 20 minutes.

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pops for 13 in Thursday's win Reath provided 13 points (4-5 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 18 minutes during Thursday's 103-95 win over the Cavaliers.

Impact The 27-year-old rookie seems to enjoy playing against Cleveland -- the two biggest scoring performances of his NBA career have come versus the Cavs, as he dropped 16 points on them back on Nov. 15. Reath has seen consistent minutes in the Blazers' frontcourt rotation since Robert Williams (knee) was lost for the season, but as yet he hasn't supplied much fantasy value beyond his three-point shooting.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting with Ayton scratched Reath will start Wednesday's game against the Jazz, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Impact Deandre Ayton was a late scratch Wednesday due to back soreness, which will allow Reath to make his first career start. OVer six appearances, Reath has averaged 6.8 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.2 assists across 13.0 minutes.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Excels from bench with 16 points Reath chipped in 16 points (6-10 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and three assists over 20 minutes during Wednesday's 109-95 loss to Cleveland.

Impact The two-way player out of LSU had a significant impact in the loss, as Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen were having their way with Deandre Ayton throughout the contest. He made the most of his 20 minutes of court time and had zero hesitation in taking the open shot. The 6-11 Aussie also showcased his floor-stretching capability with two three-pointers. Although one should temper expectations for Reach, his story is worth monitoring as the season progresses.

NOVEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Claims rotation spot Reath was held scoreless (0-4 FG, 0-3 3Pt) and contributed one rebound in Tuesday's 115-99 loss to the Jazz.

Impact Reath, one of Portland's three two-way players, has been included in the rotation as the backup center to Deandre Ayton in the last two games, after having not appeared in any of the team's first eight contests of the season. The 27-year-old drilled three triples en route to an 11-point performance in 14 minutes against the Lakers on Tuesday, but he took a big step backward Tuesday. With Robert Williams (knee) out for the season, Reath has a chance to capture a permanent spot on the second unit, but the Trail Blazers likely won't hesitate to move on if he fails to produce in his subsequent opportunities.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive Sunday Reath (two-way designation) is out Sunday versus Philadelphia.

Impact Reath is not on Portland's 15-man roster as a two-way signee. He's a candidate to be activated if the Trail Blazers suffer injuries in the frontcourt.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Inks two-way deal Reath signed a two-way contract with the Trail Blazers on Monday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact Reath was let go by Portland on Saturday but will quickly rejoin the team on a deal that will allow him to easily move between the G League and parent club. He hasn't yet appeared in a regular-season game in the NBA but could have a chance to carve out some minutes for the rebuilding Trail Blazers this year.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to waivers Reath was waived by Portland on Saturday, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Impact Reath was given a chance to start in his squad's final preseason contest, and he fared well over 23 minutes of action (13 points, five rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal). However, it wasn't enough to secure a roster spot. Reath will be forced to look for work elsewhere ahead of the 2023-24 campaign.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Drops 13 points in start Reath posted 13 points (5-7 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds and a steal across 16 minutes in Monday's 117-106 loss to the Suns.

Impact The LSU product has yet to see time in an NBA regular-season game, but he gained a camp invite via Portland after he impressed scouts with his play for Australia during the FIBA World Cup. Reath has found a perfect spot for a chance in the NBA, as the Trail Blazers are in the midst of a rebuild and need help at multiple positions. The 6-foot-11 big man will be a great addition to the team's interior if they grant him a roster spot.

OCTOBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joins starting lineup Reath will start Monday's preseason finale against Phoenix, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Impact Reath gets his turn in the starting lineup after Moses Brown drew the start Saturday. Reath is joined by Jabari Walker and Toumani Camara in the frontcourt.

OCTOBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Impresses in preseason opener Reath played 17 minutes and tallied 12 points (4-9 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one blocked shot in a 106-66 exhibition win against New Zealand on Tuesday.

Impact Reath is trying to build a case for a bench role upon the start of the regular season, and he certainly made a strong impression in Portland's exhibition opener. The big man was one of three players on the squad to record double-digit points, and he finished without a turnover in 17 minutes. Reath also looked good earlier this summer with Portland's Summer League team, averaging 13.0 points, 7.4 boards, 1.4 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.6 blocks over 19.5 minutes across five contests while shooting 47.7 percent from the field -- including 37.5 percent from beyond the arc -- and 83.3 percent from the charity stripe.

OCTOBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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