JADEN HARDY NEWS

Get buckets in win Hardy totaled 17 points (6-10 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and one rebound across 15 minutes during Monday's 118-102 victory over Philadelphia.

Impact Hardy has now posted at least 15 points in three of his past four games, and continuing his strong scoring Monday in Kyrie Irving's return from a six-game absence due to a thumb injury is notable. Hardy flashes an intriguing combination of downhill attacking, vertical pop and two-way energy in his second season.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Reaches 15 points as starter Hardy closed with 15 points (6-14 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, two assists and one steal over 31 minutes during Wednesday's 121-87 loss to the Timberwolves.

Impact Hardy replaced Luka Doncic (ankle) in the starting lineup, finishing as one of two Mavericks players with 15 or more points while adding a pair of rebounds and steals. Hardy has tallied at least 15 points in seven games this season, three of which have come as a starter. Hardy has now finished with 15 or more points in two straight contests.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Minnesota Hardy is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game versus the Timberwolves.

Impact Hardy will replace Luka Doncic (ankle) in the starting five Wednesday. Hardy is averaging 11.2 points, 4.2 assists and 4.0 rebounds in 26.0 minutes across his previous five starting appearances this season.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Jaden Hardy, Dereck Lively II Step Up Big in Mavs' Comeback Win Over Magic Jaden Hardy and Derek Lively II combined for 40 points in the Dallas Mavericks’ come-from-behind win over the Orlando Magic on Monday night...

JANUARY 30 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Retreats to bench Hardy isn't starting Monday's game against the Magic, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Impact Hardy drew a spot start Saturday against the Kings due to the absences of Kyrie Irving (thumb), Dante Exum (knee) and Derrick Jones (wrist), and while this trio remains sidelined, the Mavs have elected to give Tim Hardaway a chance with the starters. Hardy is averaging 8.2 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.2 assists in 16.8 minutes through 13 January appearances.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Hardy will join the first five for Saturday's game against Sacramento.

Impact Hardy will step into the starting lineup for Saturday's game with Kyrie Irving (thumb), Dante Exum (knee) and Derrick Jones (wrist) sidelined. In his four other starts this season, Hardy averaged 13.3 points, 3.8 rebounds and 3.5 assists.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Nets 11 points over 15 minutes Hardy ended Wednesday's 132-109 loss to the Suns with 11 points (4-9 FG, 3-4 3Pt), three rebounds and two assists across 15 minutes.

Impact In a game the Mavericks played without star guard Kyrie Irving (thumb), Hardy ended as the team's third-leading scorer and as one of only three Dallas players to reach double-digit scoring. The second-year guard posted double-digit points in three straight games to begin January, but this was only his second such outing across eight contests since. Not coincidentally, Hardy's offensive numbers have dropped as Irving has built back his minutes following a lengthy absence, and fantasy managers should be aware that Hardy's opportunity to make substantial contributions largely relies upon injuries in the team's backcourt.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Fails to step up Hardy chipped in eight points (3-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt), two rebounds and one assist in 23 minutes during Saturday's 118-108 loss to the Pelicans.

Impact Hardy has averaged 8.0 points, 4.0 rebounds and 2.5 assists on 8.0 shots across the last two contests with Luka Doncic (ankle) unavailable -- constituting extremely underwhelming results given that Dante Exum (heel) is amid an extended absence as well. Hardy has struggled mightily at the rim this season, connecting on just 46.8 percent of his shots at the basket, which ranks in the ninth percentile league-wide.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Jaden Hardy Shines in Shorthanded Mavs' Win Over Blazers: 'I Feed Off Kyrie Irving's Energy' Second-year guard Jaden Hardy nearly notched a triple-double as the Dallas Mavericks throttled the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday night. H...

JANUARY 6 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

In starting lineup Hardy will start at point guard in Friday's game against the Timberwolves.

Impact With Luka Doncic (ankle) sidelined, Hardy will get an opportunity for an expanded role in the backcourt. The second-year guard has averaged 11.3 points, 2.0 rebounds and 1.7 assists across 26.2 minutes in three games as a starter.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up 17 points in loss Hardy ended Monday's 127-90 loss to the Jazz with 17 points (6-15 FG, 5-9 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist over 21 minutes.

Impact Kyrie Irving returned from his heel injury Monday which pushed Hardy to the bench, but Hardy started the second half after Dante Exum left the game for good with a heel contusion. It remains to be seen if Exum will miss more time, but his heel injury has been lingering for a while. Over the last three games, Hardy has been trending up with averages of 14.3 points, 2.3 rebounds and 3.0 three-pointers in 25.2 minutes.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Hardy isn't starting Monday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Hardy will head back to the bench with Kyrie Irving (heel) set to return following a 12-game absence. Hardy fared well in two spot starts, putting up 17 points Thursday against Minnesota and nine points Saturday against Golden State.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Leads starters in scoring in loss Hardy closed with 17 points (7-18 FG, 3-8 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 31 minutes during Thursday's 118-110 loss to the Timberwolves.

Impact Hardy got the start due to Luka Doncic (quadriceps) and Kyrie Irving (heel) both sidelined, leading all starters in scoring and threes made in the highest minute total among any Mavericks starters. Hardy has averaged 12.5 points, 2.5 assists and 2.0 rebounds in two starts this season and has tallied 15 or more points in three contests.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Minnesota Hardy is in the starting lineup to face the Timberwolves on Thursday.

Impact Hardy enters the starting lineup since both Luka Doncic (quadriceps) and Kyrie Irving (heel) are sidelined, meaning he should have a high usage rate while operating as the team's primary playmaker. Hardy is averaging 7.8 points, 2.4 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game this month.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to bench Hardy will move to the bench for Saturday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Luka Doncic is back after missing Friday's game due to a quadriceps injury. Hardy wasn't able to make the most of his opportunity in a spot start Friday, as he shot 3-of-17 from the field for eight points, four assists, two rebounds and two triples in 24 minutes.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Houston Hardy will start against Houston on Friday, Grant Afseth of SI.com reports.

Impact This will be the first start of the season for Hardy. The Mavericks are very shorthanded Friday, as Luka Doncic (quadriceps) and Dante Exum (leg) are joining Kyrie Irving (foot) and Josh Green (elbow) on the sidelines. This could potentially be one of Hardy's best opportunities of the season, as his minutes and usage rate will likely be much higher than usual.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Notches nine points Hardy ended Monday's 130-104 loss to the Nuggets with nine points (3-9 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound and four assists in 19 minutes.

Impact The Mavericks were blown out of this game pretty early, so Hardy was able to get some garbage time minutes. He scored all nine of his points in the fourth quarter with the game pretty much decided. Hardy is shooting 40.7 percent from beyond the arc in seven December showings, so he's making a case for more minutes.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Excels with season-high 19 points Hardy finished with 19 points (7-15 FG, 5-7 3Pt), four assists and one steal over 34 minutes during Monday's 120-113 win over the Grizzlies.

Impact Kyrie Irving sat out the contest with a foot injury, and Tim Hardaway Jr. was a late scratch due to back spasms. That opened the door to opportunity for Hardy, who didn't play in Dallas' previous contest and had seen more than 20 minutes just once this season prior to Monday. The second-year guard flashed his deep shooting ability with a 5-for-7 mark from beyond the arc, and he could continue to see elevated minutes for however long Irving and/or Hardaway remain out.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Inefficient in extended workload Hardy accumulated nine points (4-12 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds, three assists and one steal over 18 minutes during Tuesday's 131-110 loss to the Pelicans.

Impact The Mavericks fell behind early and couldn't work their way back, allowing Hardy to play a season-high 18 minutes. However, he wasn't efficient offensively and missed all three of his three-point attempts, making it a disappointing effort. Across nine appearances this season, Hardy is averaging 8.1 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 12.6 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pops in win Hardy closed with 14 points (3-7 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 7-8 FT) and four rebounds across 15 minutes during Sunday's 124-118 victory over the Hornets.

Impact Hardy delivered his signature scoring bravado, confidently taking threes, earning fouls, and even dunking over Nick Richards. His gunning energy will likely be a sporadic component of Dallas' offense.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Trade Tea Leaves: Mavs' Jaden Hardy Benched; Clint Capela Deal Coming? Jaden Hardy, who was supposed to take a big leap after having a promising rookie season, hasn’t played in the Dallas Mavericks’ first two ga...

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • SUNHERALD.COM

Trade Tea Leaves: Mavs' Jaden Hardy Benched; Clint Capela Deal Coming? Jaden Hardy, who was supposed to take a big leap after having a promising rookie season, hasn’t played in the Dallas Mavericks’ first two ga...

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Jaden Hardy Out of Mavs' Rotation to Begin Season: 'This Isn't CYO' Mavs guard Jaden Hardy isn’t in the rotation to start the season. He told DallasBasketball.com how he’s continuing to work on his game.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Upgraded to available Hardy (ankle) will play in Wednesday's season opener against the Spurs.

Impact Hardy has been upgraded from probable to available Wednesday despite dealing with an ankle injury. With Luka Doncic also available, Hardy is set to serve as Dallas' backup point guard.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to probable Hardy (ankle) is probable for Wednesday's game versus the Spurs.

Impact Hardy has been upgraded from questionable to probable Wednesday despite dealing with an ankle injury. If Luka Doncic (calf) is unable to play, Hardy could be in store for extended minutes at point guard.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE