ISH WAINRIGHT NEWS

Nearing deal to play overseas Wainright is nearing an agreement overseas with Hapoel Tel Aviv BC in Israel, Evan Sidery of Forbes Sports reports.

Impact Wainright is coming off the worst season of his three-year career, during which he played in only 11 games for the Suns and Trail Blazers, and he finished with averages of 2.1 points and 1.3 rebounds across 5.6 minutes. The 29-year-old averaged 3.3 points and 1.8 rebounds across 11.7 minutes per game in his first two years with the Suns.

JULY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Inks two-way deal with Suns Wainright has agreed to a two-way contract with the Suns, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Wainright will provide some emergency depth for Phoenix, but it's unlikely he'll have any fantasy relevancy while the main guys are healthy. For now, he can safely remain on the waiver wire in all leagues.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Parts ways with Portland The Trail Blazers waived Wainright on Saturday.

Impact Wainright was waived alongside Skylar Mays on Saturday. Wainright averaged 2.9 points and 1.3 rebounds in 6.6 minutes in his seven appearances for the Trail Blazers this season. The 29-year-old forward will look to join his third NBA team.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Makes late-game cameo Wainright played the final 1:56 of Tuesday's 130-113 win over the Kings, finishing with zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and one rebound.

Impact After missing extensive time with an MCL sprain, Wainright was cleared to return to game action for Portland in mid-December, but it wasn't until the team's last two contests that he went used off the bench. On both occasions, Wainright checked into the game at the tail end of blowouts. He doesn't appear in line to get a look in head coach Chauncey Billups' rotation anytime soon.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report Wainright (knee) isn't listed on Portland's injury report for Saturday's game against Dallas.

Impact Wainright suffered a left MCL sprain in mid-November and was sidelined for a few weeks before getting sent to the G League to finalize his rehab. He played 24 minutes during the Rip City Remix's loss to the G League Ignite on Thursday, but given Portland is close to full strength again, Wainright may have difficulty carving out playing time with the NBA squad.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rehabbing in G League The Trail Blazers assigned Wainright (knee) to the G League's Rip City Remix on Monday.

Impact With the Trail Blazers on the road for Monday's game versus the Clippers, Wainright is presumably joining the G League affiliate to participate in practice as he takes the next step forward in his recovery from a left MCL sprain. The injury has kept Wainright sidelined since Nov. 15, but the 29-year-old big man could soon be ready for game action once he gets a few practices under his belt. Once Wainright is deemed fully healthy, however, he may not have a regular spot in head coach Chauncey Billups' rotation.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for prolonged absence Wainright (knee) has been diagnosed with a left MCL sprain and will miss the next 4-6 weeks, Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan Portland reports.

Impact Wainright has logged just six minutes for Portland after being acquired from Phoenix alongside Deandre Ayton and Toumani Camara. Wainright is set to miss the Trail Blazers next 10 games, at minimum, which could yield extra minutes on the active roster for Kris Murray.

NOVEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Friday Wainright (knee) will not play in Friday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Wainright has appeared in two games this season with a total of six minutes played, so his absence won't impact the rotation much.

NOVEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knee soreness Wainright is questionable for Friday's game against the Lakers due to left knee soreness.

Impact Wainright was a late addition to the injury report. He's totaled just six minutes over the last two games, so his potential absence shouldn't have an impact.

NOVEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled to Trail Blazers Wainright was promoted to Portland's main roster Tuesday.

Impact Wainright has yet to log NBA action this season, but he's been active for Portland's G League affiliate since overcoming a calf injury Sunday. Wainright enters his age-29 campaign after averaging 4.2 points and 2.3 rebounds in 15.3 minutes per game across 60 appearances for Phoenix last season.

NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday Wainright (calf) is available for Sunday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Wainright will be able to make his season debut Sunday after missing the start of the year with a right calf strain. He averaged 4.2 points and 2.3 rebounds in 15.3 minutes per game over 60 appearances with the Suns last year, and it seems unlikely that he'll have a particularly significant role with his new team.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sunday Wainright (calf) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Wainright has yet to make his 2023-24 debut due to a right calf strain, but he appears to be nearing a return. He'll likely need to prove his health in morning shootaround and pregame warmups to gain clearance to play.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Wainright (calf) is out for Wednesday's game versus the Kings.

Impact Wainright will miss his eighth straight game to start the season due to a right calf strain. There is no current timetable for his return.

NOVEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Wainwright (calf) is out for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Impact Wainwright has yet to play this season. His next chance to feature will come against the Kings on Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out again Wainright (calf) will not play in Friday's game against Memphis.

Impact Wainright hasn't been available so far this season, and he's not expected to a regular in the rotation once he's cleared.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Wainright (calf) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Wainright has yet to suit up this season. It's unclear when he'll be cleared, but his next chance to play will come Friday against the Grizzlies.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Wainright (calf) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup in Toronto.

Impact Wainright will miss a fourth straight game to start the regular season. Even when he's available, Wainright isn't expected to play enough minutes to crack fantasy relevancy.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Sunday Wainwright (calf) won't play Sunday against the 76ers.

Impact Wainwright will be out for a third straight game, but even when he's available, he's not expected to make a big impact off the bench. His next chance to play will come during the second half of a back-to-back set against the Raptors on Monday.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Friday Wainright (calf) will not play in Friday's game against Orlando.

Impact Wainright is day-to-day, with his next chance to play coming Oct. 29 against the 76ers. He's not projected to be in the Blazers' rotation right away.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play in opener Wainrigjt (calf) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game versus the Clippers.

Impact Wainright was claimed off waivers by Portland on Saturday but will start the season sidelined with a calf injury. His next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Orlando.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scooped up by Portland The Trail Blazers claimed Wainright (calf) off waivers from the Suns on Saturday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Wainwright was cut loose by the Suns on Thursday, but he drew interest from a Portland club lacking in much established frontcourt depth beyond Deandre Ayton, Robert Williams and Jerami Grant. Though he would have been on the outside looking in for a rotation spot in Phoenix, Wainright could settle into a light role on the Trail Blazers' second unit.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Waived by Phoenix Wainright (calf) was waived by the Suns on Thursday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

Impact Wainright appeared in 105 games for the Suns over the past two seasons and averaged 3.3 points and 1.8 rebounds in 11.7 minutes per game. He dealt with a calf injury during the preseason, and it's not yet clear when he'll be back to full health. However, he'll need to seek out other opportunities ahead of the 2023-24 season.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Limited practice participant Wainright (calf) was limited in Tuesday's practice but won't play in Thursday's preseason finale against the Lakers, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Impact Wainright will ultimately miss all of the Suns' preseason games, but it appears he's trending in the right direction ahead of the regular-season opener. When healthy, he'll serve a depth role on the wings.

OCTOBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't go Tuesday Wainright (calf) won't play in Tuesday's preseason game against the Nuggets, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Wainright will miss another preseason matchup while recovering from a right calf strain. His next opportunity to take the court will arrive Thursday in Portland.

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Team option picked up Wainright will be back with the Suns for the 2023-24 season after his $1.9 million option was picked up, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact The Suns now have six players under contract heading into free agency. With Kevin Durant, Bradley Beal, Deandre Ayton and Devin Booker taking up so much room on their books, the Suns will be looking for affordable depth and Wainright certainly fits the bill. Wainright made 60 appearances for the Suns last season, averaging 4.2 points, 2.3 rebounds and 1.0 three-pointers on 37 percent shooting from the field.

JUNE 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE