JABARI WALKER NEWS

Iffy for Friday Walker is questionable for Friday's game against the Rockets due to a right hip contusion.

Impact Portland is still dealing with several injuries to their frontcourt. In addition to Walker, Deandre Ayton (hand) is doubtful and Jerami Grant (hamstring) is questionable. Walker has averaged 25.0 minutes across four March appearances with 12.5 points, 9.0 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.0 steals.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Slides to second unit Walker will come off the bench for Wednesday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Walker made a spot start Monday and logged four points and eight rebounds across 28 minutes, but he'll rejoin the reserves with Jerami Grant healthy. In 41 games off the bench, Walker is averaging 8.4 points and 5.8 rebounds.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Gets chance with starters Walker is starting Monday's game against the Timberwolves.

Impact Walker will draw his first start since Feb. 10 as the Blazers deal with a depleted frontcourt. The Colorado product is averaging 8.4 points and 7.0 rebounds over 27.8 minutes in his last five appearances as a starter.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Second consecutive double-double Walker chipped in 18 points (8-16 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 12 rebounds, two assists and one steal in 31 minutes during Saturday's 107-100 overtime win over the Grizzlies.

Impact Walker notched his seventh double-double of the season Saturday, and perhaps surprisingly, this is the fourth time he has reached that feat while coming off the bench. The second-year big man out of Colorado has struggled with consistency in his sophomore season, but he's experiencing progress compared to his rookie year, and his season-long stats have also reflected that uptick in play. Walker is averaging 8.9 points and 6.9 rebounds per game since the beginning of February.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Double-double off bench Walker posted 19 points (7-9 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals over 22 minutes off the bench during Friday's 122-92 victory over the Grizzlie...

Impact With DeAndre Ayton (hand) sidelined, Walker saw his minutes and usage off the second unit creep up a bit, and he posted his first double-double in six games since moving to the bench. Toumani Camara has been hit and miss as the starting power forward in Walker's place, but coach Chauncey Billups may not be inclined to switch their roles back until Walker shows some more consistency.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Friday Walker (ankle) is good to go for Friday's game against the Nuggets, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Impact This is a big boost for Portland, as Walker has been a key player on both ends for them in recent weeks. He's been trending down in fantasy basketball, however, as he's failed to score in double digits in 10 of his last 11 outings.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Friday Walker is questionable for Friday's game against Denver due to a right ankle sprain.

Impact This is a new issue for Walker, as he was healthy entering the All-Star break. Walker had been playing a ton of minutes for Portland since the new year, but his role did decrease in his last two games with an average of 20.5 minutes per game. If he's unavailable to play, Portland could turn to Kris Murray to soak up some minutes.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to bench Walker will come off the bench for Tuesday's game versus Minnesota, Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan Portland reports.

Impact With Anfernee Simons (ankle) and Scoot Henderson (foot) active, the Trail Blazers will utilize a smaller lineup with Toumani Camara replacing Walker in the first unit. Walker still figures to play a key role for Portland despite this move.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Double-double against Detroit Walker posted 17 points (6-14 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal in 43 minutes during Thursday's 128-122 overtime loss to the Pistons.

Impact The second-year forward produced his fifth double-double of the season, although he needed a career-high workload to do it. Four of Walker's double-doubles have come in the last 14 games, a stretch in which he's averaging 9.6 points, 8.9 boards, 1.0 assists and 0.8 threes -- modest numbers, but enough to give the 2022 second-round pick some deep-league fantasy value.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Detroit Walker (ankle) is in the starting lineup to face the Pistons on Thursday.

Impact Walker was listed as questionable for this game due to a right ankle sprain, but he will remain in the starting lineup here. Walker has started in each of Portland's last 12 games, averaging 8.3 points and 8.3 rebounds per game. It wouldn't be shocking if he experiences an uptick in usage due to the team's lack of frontcourt depth, as Duop Reath (knee) and Deandre Ayton (illness) are both out for this game.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Thursday Walker (ankle) is probable for Thursday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Walker is dealing with a minor ankle issue, but it doesn't look like it'll keep him out of Thursday's game. Deandre Ayton is questionable, and if he's forced to the sidelines, that might translate to some additional minutes for Walker at the five-spot.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Pounds the glass again Walker registered eight points (3-6 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 12 rebounds and one steal in 31 minutes during Monday's 130-104 win over the 76ers.

Impact Walker has posted at least nine rebounds on four occasions since entering the starting lineup nine games ago. Averaging 30.2 minutes over that span, Walker's increased usage should allow his 21.0 percent defensive rebounding rate -- which ranks in the 76th percentile among forwards -- to yield fantasy relevant production in the rebounding column moving forward.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Sunday Walker (knee) is available for Sunday's game against the Bulls, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Impact Walker found himself on the injury report with left knee soreness ahead of Sunday's matchup, but he will officially be available. Walker holds averages of 9.4 points, 8.9 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 31.0 minutes per game over his last seven appearances.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Sunday Walker is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bulls due to left knee soreness.

Impact Walker has drawn seven consecutive starts for a shorthanded Blazers team, but he now finds himself on the injury report with a knee issue. Toumani Camara and Kris Murray are leading candidates to receive increased minutes if Walker is unable to go.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles in loss Walker logged 14 points (6-14 FG, 2-7 3Pt), 13 rebounds and one block in 34 minutes during Tuesday's 111-109 loss to the Thunder.

Impact This was Walker's fourth double-double of the campaign. January has been the best stretch of basketball in Walker's career, and he's thriving as the starting power forward. In eight January games, Walker holds averages of 10.6 points, 9.1 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 0.9 three-pointers.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers double-double Walker registered 13 points (4-11 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 12 rebounds, three assists and one block in 41 minutes during Friday's 118-115 victory over the Pacers.

Impact Walker didn't have his best shooting performance, but he's been finding ways to produce even when he hasn't been particular efficient. Walker has started in Portland's last three games, scoring in double digits twice, and he also has two double-doubles over his last four outings. The uptick in minutes should also result in a boost to his fantasy upside, and he remains a player worth stashing in dynasty formats.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Draws start Sunday Walker is starting Sunday's game against the Suns.

Impact After Jerami Grant (illness) was a late scratch for Sunday's matchup, Walker will join the starting lineup for the first time this season. Walker returned from a four-game absence Friday against Minnesota and tallied 17 points, 13 rebounds, three assists and a steal in 32 minutes.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Walker (knee) is available to play in Friday's game against Minnesota.

Impact Walker's return will be a big boost to Portland after he missed the past four games with left knee soreness. With how shorthanded the Trail Blazers have been, Walker could see a healthy workload in his return to action.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Friday Walker (knee) is listed as probable for Friday's game versus the Timberwolves.

Impact Walker is expected to return to action Friday after missing Portland's previous four games with left knee soreness. If Walker is upgraded to available, he should continue to serve as one of the Trail Blazers' first forward options off the bench.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday Walker (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Walker was questionable for Thursday's matchup due to left knee soreness, and he'll be forced to miss a fourth consecutive matchup. His next chance to return will be Friday against the Timberwolves, but it's unclear whether he'll be ready in time for that matchup.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Thursday Walker (knee) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Walker has missed the last three games due to a sore left knee, and it's unclear whether he'll be able to return to action Thursday. If he's available and fully healthy, he could see slightly more playing time than usual since Deandre Ayton (knee) is considered doubtful.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Tuesday Walker (knee) won't play in Tuesday's game versus the Knicks, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Impact Walker's absence streak will extend to three games Tuesday after being downgraded from questionable to out with left knee soreness. His next chance to suit up is Thursday's matchup with the Thunder.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Considered questionable Walker (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Walker is in danger of missing a third straight game due to knee soreness. Matisse Thybulle (foot) is also questionable, while Deandre Ayton (knee) is doubtful, so Portland's frontcourt may be shorthanded again.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Walker (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Nets, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Impact Walker will miss a second straight game due to left knee soreness. Deandre Ayton (knee), Matisse Thybulle (foot) and Moses Brown (wrist) are also out, so Kris Murray, Ibou Badji and Rayan Rupert could play significant minutes versus Brooklyn.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sunday Walker (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Nets.

Impact Walker picked up his left knee injury Wednesday against the Mavericks and was held out of Friday's rematch. The questionable tag suggests that he's day-to-day, but Portland will be hoping he can give it a go with Deandre Ayton (knee) ruled out once again. If Walker sits for a second straight game, the Blazers will likely rely on Toumani Camara, Kris Murray and Matisse Thybulle.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE