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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.

23 HOURS AGO • 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

6 DAYS AGO • 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

Season-high 23 minutes Monday Walker notched nine points (4-9 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, two assists and one steal over 23 minutes during Monday's 123-98 loss to the Grizzlies.

Impact Walker finished with 20-plus minutes for the first time this season. He also scored his second-highest mark of the year, with his season high of 15 points dating back to Oct. 28 against Sacramento. If Jerami Grant (knee) misses additional time, Walker could see a slight uptick in playing time off the bench.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Season-high 23 minutes Monday Walker notched nine points (4-9 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, two assists and one steal over 23 minutes during Monday's 123-98 loss to the Grizzlies.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Season-high points in loss Walker amassed 15 points (5-9 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 5-5 FT) and six rebounds over 19 minutes during Monday's 111-98 loss to the Kings.

Impact The 22-year-old finished as the club's third-highest scorer behind Deandre Ayton (20) and Scoot Henderson (18) in an efficient night from the field. Walker set his season high in minutes played and points scored Monday, and he is set to contribute double-digit minutes off the bench moving forward. The third-year forward has averaged 6.0 points and 4.3 rebounds across 14.5 minutes per game in four regular-season appearances.

OCTOBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets clearance for opener Walker (ankle) will be available for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Warriors, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Impact Walker missed back-to-back games to end the preseason schedule but has been cleared for game action ahead of the regular season. After a quiet rookie campaign, Walker averaged 23.6 minutes per game across 72 regular-season appearances (23 starts) last season.

OCTOBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't play Friday Walker (ankle) didn't play in Friday's 124-86 preseason loss to the Jazz.

Impact Walker missed his second straight preseason contest Friday due to right ankle soreness. The 22-year-old forward's next chance to suit up is Portland's regular-season opener against Golden State on Wednesday.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Tending to ankle soreness Walker won't play in Wednesday's exhibition against Ratiopharm Ulm due to right ankle soreness.

Impact Walker will miss his first preseason game Wednesday for what appears to be a minor ankle injury. His next chance to play will come Friday against the Jazz.

OCTOBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for training camp Portland general manager Joe Cronin said Monday that Walker (knee) will be ready for training camp, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Impact Walker missed the final game of the 2023-24 season due to left knee tendinitis, though it's likely that the franchise was just being cautious. Walker played a key role for the team, making 72 regular-season appearances with averages of 8.9 points and 7.1 rebounds in 23.6 minutes per game. Minutes won't be as easy to come by this time around, however, as Jerami Grant is healthy and the Trail Blazers added Deni Avdija.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Walker (knee) is inactive Sunday versus Sacramento.

Impact Walker's second season will end with 72 appearances, in which the 6-foot-8 forward averaged 8.9 points and 7.1 rebounds in 23.6 minutes per night. His shooting remains a swing factor of his future viability to step into a larger role, as Walker connected on just 29.5 percent of 1.9 threes per game this season.

APRIL 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Sunday Walker (knee) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Kings.

Impact Walker left Friday's game against the Rockets early due to a left knee injury, and it sounds like the Trail Blazers will play it safe for the season finale. With Walker expected to sit out, Justin Minaya is a candidate to step into a larger role.

APRIL 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Friday Walker won't return to Friday's game against the Rockets due to a left knee injury. He finished with nine points (3-4 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-4 FT) and five rebounds in 14 minutes.

Impact The Trail Blazers didn't mention any specifics, and the severity of the issue is unclear. But given where Portland is in the standings, they won't be taking any chances. Justin Minaya could see additional minutes in the second half.

APRIL 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 17/16 double-double Walker amassed 17 points (6-14 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 16 rebounds, one assist and one steal in 36 minutes during Thursday's 100-92 loss to the Warriors.

Impact Walker has made the most of his starting role as the season draws to a close. He's recorded double-doubles in four of his last five games. The Colorado product's future with the Trail Blazers is an open question, as the team has a lot of money invested in Jerami Grant, who figures to return as a starter next season.

APRIL 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nears 20 boards in double-double Walker finished with 14 points (5-16 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 18 rebounds and one steal across 34 minutes during Sunday's 124-107 loss to the Celtics.

Impact Walker led all players in Sunday's game in rebounds while ending two boards shy of the 20-rebound mark and finishing as one of two players with a double-double in a balanced performance. Walker has hauled in 18 or more rebounds in two games this season, both of which have occurred over the last two outings. He has now recorded a double-double in three straight contests.

APRIL 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Owns glass in double-double Walker notched 11 points (2-6 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 5-8 FT), 13 rebounds and three assists over 39 minutes in Friday's 108-102 win over Washington.

Impact Walker ended as one of five Portland players with a double-digit scoring mark while hauling in a team-high-tying rebound total to go along with a trio of assists in a well-rounded double-double performance. Walker has recorded 13 or more boards in four games this season, including in two straight outings. He has now posted a double-double in nine contests.

APRIL 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Career-best night on glass Walker posted 14 points (4-17 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 22 rebounds, two assists and one block in 42 minutes during Wednesday's 89-86 victory over the Hornets.

Impact The 22 boards were a career high for Walker, who was making his third straight start since Toumani Camara (ribs) was ruled out for the rest of the season. The double-double was Walker's eighth of the season, and over 10 games since returning from a hip injury of his own, the second-year forward has averaged 10.1 points, 7.8 boards, 1.7 assists and 0.8 threes in 28.8 minutes a contest. Expect him to continue seeing big minutes for the Blazers over the final weeks.

APRIL 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Close to double-double in loss Walker ended with 18 points (7-15 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-3 FT), nine rebounds and five assists across 40 minutes during Monday's 104-103 loss to the Magic.

Impact Walker is likely to see an uptick in playing time over the final two weeks of the season since the Blazers ruled out Toumani Camara (ribs) for the rest of the season, and this will be a good opportunity for Portland to assess whether Walker, the second-round pick of the 2022 NBA Draft has a place in the franchise's long-term future. Walker is averaging 8.8 points and 7.9 rebounds per game in 17 starts this season.

APRIL 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Walker is in the starting five for Friday's game versus the Heat, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Impact Walker will replace Toumani Camara (ribs) in the starting lineup Friday. Walker is averaging 7.3 points and 7.7 rebounds in 28.3 minutes across his last 10 starting appearances.

MARCH 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Supplies 15 points from bench Walker had 15 points (6-7 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds and one steal in 26 minutes during Saturday's 114-111 loss to the Nuggets.

Impact The door was open for Walker to produce with a slew of starters on the sidelines. The Colorado product figures to be a key part of Portland's rebuild as they take stock of the value remaining on the roster, and Walker's increased role this season is an encouraging sign for his future with the team. As the 2023-24 campaign winds down, Walker is a likely candidate for increased production.

MARCH 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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