Impact Gilyard was brought in on an Exhibit 10 deal for training camp and should have a good chance to return to Cleveland's G League affiliate, the Cleveland Charge for the beginning of the regular season.
OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE
JACOB GILYARD
Handed walking papers Gilyard was waived by the Cavaliers on Monday, Sam Amico of HoopsWire.com reports.
Joins Cleveland for camp Gilyard signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Cavaliers on Tuesday, Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com reports.
Impact The Cavaliers recently acquired Gilyard's G League rights, so it's not surprising that he'll be brought in for training camp as well. He's made 42 career NBA appearances over the past two seasons, most notably drawing 14 starts for the injury-riddled Grizzlies last year.
SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE
Good to go Gilyard (hip) has been cleared to play Friday against the Knicks.
Impact Gilyard was tagged as probable leading up to tipoff, so this update is expected. He's in line to start at point guard with both Dennis Schroder (Achilles) and Dennis Smith (hip) ruled out.
APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE
Probable for Friday Gilyard (hip) is probable for Friday's game against the Knicks, C.J. Holmes of the New York Daily News reports.
Impact Gilyard continues to deal with a left hip contusion, but he'll likely be able to suit up again Friday. However, his status shouldn't impact Brooklyn's rotation.
APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE
Officially good to go Gilyard (hip) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Raptors, C.J. Holmes of the New York Daily News reports.
Impact Gilyard has been upgraded from probable to available Wednesday despite dealing with a left hip contusion. However, the 24-year-old guard is unlikely to receive significant playing time for Brooklyn.
APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE
Likely to suit up Wednesday Gilyard is listed as probable for Wednesday's game versus the Raptors due to a left hip contusion, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.
Impact Gilyard isn't expected to miss Wednesday's contest despite dealing with a left hip injury. However, the 24-year-old guard hasn't received significant playing time for Brooklyn when available.
APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE
Joins the Nets Gilyard and the Nets agreed to a two-way contract Friday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.
Impact Gilyard made 37 appearances for the Grizzlies this season before the franchise let him go. He averaged 4.7 points, 3.5 assists, 1.2 rebounds and 1.4 three-pointers in 17.7 minutes for Memphis, and now he could see some opportunities with the Nets due to the amount of injuries in Brooklyn.
MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE
Waived by Memphis Gilyard was waived by the Grizzlies on Saturday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.
Impact Gilyard averaged 4.7 points, 1.2 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 0.7 steals and 1.6 triples across 17.7 minutes in 37 games (14 starts) for Memphis this season. Assuming the second-year guard clears waivers, he will be free to look for a new landing spot of his choice.
FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE
Returns to starting lineup Gilyard is in the starting lineup to face the Hornets on Saturday.
Impact Gilyard came off the bench in the loss to Chicago on Thursday, tallying eight points and four assists across 20 minutes, but he returns to the first unit with Scotty Pippen listed as out. Gilyard is averaging 8.2 points, 4.5 assists and 1.8 rebounds per game when deployed as a starter this season.
FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE
Joins second unit Gilyard will come off the bench for Thursday's game against the Bulls.
Impact Memphis' rotations are all over the place due to injuries across the roster. Gilyard has played really well in his previous three contests, but the Grizzlies are rolling with Scotty Pippen as their starting point guard Thursday.
FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE
Solid production in loss Gilyard recorded 13 points (5-10 FG, 3-7 3Pt), two rebounds, six assists and two steals across 36 minutes during Sunday's 131-91 loss to Boston.
Impact Gilyard drew his second straight start for the injury-depleted Grizzlies and delivered another strong performance. Over the last two games, Gilyard has totaled 29 points (10-19 FG), 11 assists, four rebounds, four steals and one block while averaging 34.0 minutes per game. If he's able to maintain this type of role, Gilyard should be on fantasy radars, especially in deeper leagues.
FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Starting against Warriors Gilyard will start against the Warriors on Friday.
Impact Gilyard will be replacing Scotty Pippen in the first unit. Gilyard hasn't fared well as a starter this season, posting averages of 6.6 points, 4.4 assists, 1.6 rebounds, 1.0 steals and 1.9 three-pointers in 24.5 minutes.
FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE
Struggles despite opportunity Gilyard ended Monday's 103-94 loss to the Kings with three points (1-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt), two rebounds, five assists and one steal over 16 minutes.
Impact Despite the fact the Grizzlies were without several key pieces, Gilyard still struggled to have any sort of tangible impact. He has scored double-digits only three times all season, with his only upside being in the assists department. Other than being a speculative stream option, managers are likely to find a more reliable option on most waiver wires.
JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE
Gets starting nod Gilyard is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game versus the Heat.
Impact Gilyard will replace Luke Kennard (thigh) in the starting five against Miami. Gilyard is averaging 5.6 points and 4.8 assists in 26.0 minutes across his last five starting appearances.
JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE
Retreats to bench Gilyard isn't starting Monday against the Warriors, Drew Hill of The Daily Memphian reports.
Impact Gilyard started in Saturday's loss to the Knicks, but he'll retreat to the bench with Ziaire Williams taking on a starting role Monday, while Luke Kennard shifts down to point guard. Gilyard has averaged 2.5 points and 7.5 assists in 26.0 minutes per game over his last two appearances.
JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE
Starting against Knicks Gilyard is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Knicks.
Impact Desmond Bane (ankle) has joined Memphis' rapidly growing injury report. Gilyard is likely going to see a healthy workload Saturday, but he hasn't fared well in eight starts this season. In those games, Gilyard averaged 6.9 points, 3.8 assists, 1.8 rebounds and 2.0 three-pointers on 42.2 percent shooting from the field.
JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE
Moves to second unit Gilyard will come off the bench for Tuesday's game against the Pelicans.
Impact No surprises here, as Ja Morant is returning from his 25-game suspension Tuesday. Gilyard will likely serve as the backup point guard until Derrick Rose (hamstring, week-to-week) gets the green light.
DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Sniffs double-double as starter Gilyard recorded 12 points (4-9 FG, 4-6 3Pt), one rebound, seven assists and one steal over 34 minutes during Monday's 116-97 loss to the Thunder.
Impact Gilyard started for the first time since Nov. 26 and delivered a strong performance given how outmatched the Grizzlies looked in a 19-point loss to a superior team such as Oklahoma City. Expect Gilyard to return to the bench since Ja Morant (suspension) is eligible to return Tuesday against the Pelicans.
DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Running with starters Gilyard is starting Monday's game against the Thunder.
Impact Gilyard will get his first start since Nov. 26 with Derrick Rose (hamstring) and Marcus Smart (foot) ruled out. The Richmond product was held scoreless in his last chance with the first unit, logging one assist over 16 minutes of action.
DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Slides back to bench Gilyard won't start Wednesday's game against the Jazz, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.
Impact Gilyard will rejoin the reserves after spending three games with the starters. However, he'll be replaced by Derrick Rose in the first unit for Wednesday's tilt. In six appearances with the second unit, Gilyard is averaging 2.0 points and 3.2 assists over 12.3 minutes.
NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Back with first unit Gilyard will start Wednesday's game against the Rockets.
Impact After a one-game hiatus from the starting lineup, Gilyard rejoins the first unit for Wednesday's tilt. In four starts this season, Gilyard has averaged 8.0 points, 3.3 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 1.5 steals across 22.8 minutes.
NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Retreats to bench Gilyard isn't starting Sunday's game against Boston, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.
Impact Gilyard started the last four games and averaged 8.0 points, 3.3 assists and 8.0 rebounds in 22.8 minutes per game. However, his minutes decreased in each of those matchups, and he'll now head to the bench. Santi Aldama will take his place in the starting lineup against the Celtics.
NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Tallies 14 points in start Gilyard amassed 14 points (5-10 FG, 4-9 3Pt), four rebounds, eight assists and one steal in 34 minutes during Friday's 127-121 loss to the Jazz.
Impact Gilyard took advantage in his first career-start by tallying career-highs across the board. The Grizzlies opted to go small and it paid off for the second-year guard who tied for a team-high in assists. It remains to be seen if he will continue to get more opportunities going forward.
NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Grizzlies vs. Jazz: Desmond Bane & Jacob Gilyard press conference 11.10.23
NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Starting Friday Gilyard will start at point guard in Friday's matchup with the Jazz, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.
Impact With Ziaire Williams (hip) sidelined, the Grizzlies will go small by inserting Gilyard in the starting lineup. It will mark the first start of his career. The 25-year-old is averaging 1.8 points and 3.0 assists across 11.8 minutes in five games this season.
NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
