JABARI WALKER NEWS

Logs team-high 19 points Walker finished with 19 points (6-10 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT), six rebounds, one assist and two steals across 20 minutes during Friday's 103-86 loss to the Warriors.

Impact With several Portland starters taking a seat, Walker took on a larger role in the rotation and logged his best scoring total since early March. The Colorado product should play a key role in the Trail Blazers' youth-based rebuild, which showed some promise in the closing weeks. Walker saw his seasonal averages plummet this season, as the addition of Deni Avdija kept Walker from breaking into the first unit.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Butler scores 24 points to lead Warriors in 103-86 rout of Trail Blazers

Jimmy Butler III scored 24 points and the Golden State Warriors routed the Trail Blazers 103-86

1 DAY AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Available to face Boston Walker (concussion) is available for Sunday's game against the Celtics, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.

Impact Walker will return from a four-game absence streak Sunday due to a concussion. The 22-year-old will likely receive significant playing time behind Donovan Clingan due to Deandre Ayton (calf) and Robert Williams (knee) being sidelined. Over his last five outings, Walker has averaged 9.0 points and 5.6 rebounds across 17.8 minutes per contest.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Boston Walker (concussion) has been listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Celtics.

Impact Walker has missed the last four games for the Trail Blazers with a concussion. If he's ruled out against the defending NBA champions on Sunday, the next opportunity for the 22-year-old to get back on the floor for Portland will be Tuesday against the Cavaliers.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Portland takes on Boston, looks for 5th straight victory

Portland hosts Boston looking to extend its four-game win streak

MARCH 22 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ruled out for Friday Walker (concussion) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Walker will miss a fourth straight game for the Trail Blazers due to a concussion. The next opportunity for the 22-year-old forward to get back on the floor for Portland will be Sunday against the Celtics.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Portland puts home win streak on the line against Denver

Portland heads into a matchup against Denver as winners of three consecutive home games

MARCH 20 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out for Wednesday Walker (concussion) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against Memphis, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.

Impact Walker will miss his third consecutive contest due to the league's concussion protocol. HIs next chance to play will come Friday against Denver. Kris Murray could see a bump in minutes due to Walker being sidelined.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Bane leads Memphis against Portland after 44-point performance

Memphis visits the Portland Trail Blazers after Desmond Bane scored 44 points in the Grizzlies' 132-122 loss to the Sacramento Kings

MARCH 18 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out again Monday Walker (concussion) will not play Monday against the Wizards.

Impact Walker has been in the concussion protocol since injuring his head during Wednesday's loss to the Knicks. It's unclear if he'll be ready in time for Wednesday's game against Memphis.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Sunday Walker (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Raptors.

Impact Walker entered concussion protocol Friday after injuring his head during Wednesday's loss to the Knicks. He'll have to clear the league's protocol before returning, with his next opportunity being Monday against the Wizards. Kris Murray and Robert Williams (knee) should see an increase to their minutes while Walker is sidelined.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Toronto plays Portland on 3-game win streak

Toronto looks to keep its three-game win streak alive when the Raptors take on Portland

MARCH 15 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Enters concussion protocol Head coach Chauncey Billups said Friday that Walker is in the concussion protocol, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.

Impact Walker exited Wednesday's loss to the Knicks early due to the head injury and didn't return. The Trail Blazers will likely provide an update on the 22-year-old's status Saturday, as the club prepares to face Toronto on Sunday. If Walker is ruled out, Kris Murray and Robert Williams could see a bump in minutes.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Wednesday Walker is being evaluated for a concussion and has been ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Walker will finish the contest scoreless (0-1 3Pt) with two rebounds across 11 minutes. He'll have until Sunday to rest before the Trail Blazers take on the Raptors. While Walker is sidelined, look for Duop Reath and Kris Murray to pick up the slack.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday Walker (hand) is available for Sunday's game against the Pistons

Impact Walker found himself on the injury report ahead of Sunday's contest with right hand soreness, but he will be able to play through the ailment. Walker has played 20-plus minutes in back-to-back games and figures to see a significant role once again, especially with Deni Avdija (quadriceps) out of the lineup.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Portland hosts Detroit for cross-conference contest

The Portland Trail Blazers host the Detroit Pistons in non-conference action

MARCH 9 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Working through hand injury Walker is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Pistons due to right hand soreness.

Impact Walker has seen an uptick in playing time since the All-Star break, having averaged 9.5 points, 5.8 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 0.9 steals over 18.1 minutes per game over his last eight outings. Duop Reath would stand to see increased work behind Donovan Clingan if Walker is unable to play Sunday.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 22 points in loss Walker notched 22 points (8-9 FG, 6-6 3Pt, 0-2 FT), six rebounds and one steal in 31 minutes during Wednesday's 128-118 loss to the Celtics.

Impact Walker scored a season-high 22 points, playing a significant role after a combined 18 minutes over the previous two games. Much like last season, we could get to a point where Walker is playing consistent minutes down the stretch. At this stage, it appears he and Duop Reath are going to alternate as the primary backup behind Donovan Clingan, at least until their frontcourt is healthy.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Sharpe scores 25 and Trail Blazers win 4th straight, 121-102 over Nets

Shaedon Sharpe scored 25 points, Dalano Banton had 14 of his 23 points in the fourth quarter, and the Portland Trail Blazers cruised to a 121-102 victory over the Brooklyn Nets

MARCH 1 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Double-doubles in win Walker produced 20 points (6-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 7-10 FT), 14 rebounds, two assists and two steals across 26 minutes during Saturday's 141-88 victory over the Hornets.

Impact Walker had his best game of the season, recording his first double-double, revisiting the form we caught glimpses of last season. This game was over at half time, meaning Walker was able to see additional run down the stretch. While we shouldn't expect to see numbers like this moving forward, there is a chance he could step into a larger role as the season draws to a close, should the coaching staff opt to ease back on their starters.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Season-best performance Walker logged 17 points (6-7 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and two steals across 19 minutes off the bench during Wednesday's 132-121 loss to the Nuggets.

Impact With Deandre Ayton (calf) and Jerami Grant (knee) both getting the night off, Walker seized an opportunity for a bigger role and set new season highs in points and boards. The third-year forward has struggled to win a consistent spot in the Blazers' frontcourt rotation, but with Ayton now set to miss at least four weeks and Grant having been sidelined for the last two games, Walker's minutes and production appear to be on the upswing.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled to NBA Portland recalled Walker from the G League's Rip City Remix on Monday.

Impact Walker played 29 minutes during Sunday's 127-125 G League win over the Windy City Bulls, finishing with 26 points (9-14 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 4-5 FT), 12 rebounds, two assists and one steal in 29 minutes. He's been an inconsistent part of the rotation at the NBA level, however.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Slotted to bench Walker will come off the bench during Sunday's game against the Suns.

Impact Walker will retreat to a bench role due to Donovan Clingan entering the starting lineup. Walker has not been much of a factor as far as the stats are concerned of late, averaging just 3.2 points and 4.0 rebounds in 16.0 minutes per game over his last five appearances.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting vs. San Antonio Walker will start Friday's game against the Spurs, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Impact Walker will get the nod at center due to the lack of depth in the Blazers frontcourt. Deandre Ayton (illness) and Robert Williams (not injury related) are out, while Donovan Clingan will operate under a minute restriction, so Walker is the next man up to start at the center position. Walker averages 3.0 points and 3.1 rebounds across 10.8 minutes per game this season. This will be his first start of the 2024-25 campaign.

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Serves as backup center Walker contributed two points (1-5 FG), three rebounds and one assist across 11 minutes during Wednesday's 121-114 loss to Indiana.

Impact Walker spent time as the backup center, playing behind the returning Deandre Ayton. With the Trail Blazers very limited when it comes to frontcourt depth, it was Walker who played over Duop Reath whom many saw as the logical backup choice. It is unclear whether this may have been a matchup-based decision, meaning Reath could very well be back in the rotation against the Kings on Friday.

NOVEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE