JOHN KONCHAR NEWS

Pre-draft John Konchar had a roadmap for NBA success A solid all-around game made the Memphis Grizzlies’ wing a valuable contributor, as he predicted upon entering the league.

SEPTEMBER 19 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Sitting out Sunday Konchar (heel) will not play Sunday against Memphis.

Impact Konchar ended up missing 10 games in a row to close out the season. He was a sporadic part of the rotation this campaign, finishing with averages of 4.3 points, 4.7 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 0.9 blocks and 0.9 steals.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Konchar (heel) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Konchar continues to deal with plantar fasciitis in his right heel, and he'll be sidelined for a ninth consecutive matchup Friday. His final chance to play this year will be Sunday against the Nuggets.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Wednesday's matchup Konchar (heel) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Cleveland.

Impact Konchar will be unavailable for an eighth consecutive game due to plantar fasciitis in his right heel. It's unclear whether he'll return for either of the Grizzlies' final two matchups of the season, but his next chance to suit up will be Friday against the Lakers.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Konchar (heel) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against San Antonio.

Impact Konchar's next opportunity to take the court comes in short order with Memphis set to close a back-to-back Wednesday versus Cleveland, so his status will need to be monitored. Scotty Pippen, Jordan Goodwin and Xavier Simpson represent the traditional ballhandlers currently healthy for Memphis.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss another game Konchar (heel) will remain sidelined for Saturday's tilt against the 76ers.

Impact Konchar's absence will extend his missed game streak to seven games, as he continues to deal with plantar fasciitis in his right heel. The depth guard's next chance to play will come Tuesday versus the Spurs.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Friday Konchar (heel) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Konchar is set to spend his sixth straight game on the sidelines, and it's not encouraging that he continues to get ruled out a full 24 hours in advance of tip-off. Expect more minutes for GG Jackson, Jake LaRavia and Lamar Stevens.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play agianst Milwaukee Konchar (heel) is out for Wednesday's game versus the Bucks.

Impact Konchar has been downgraded from doubtful to out Wednesday due to a right heel injury. His next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Detroit.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play against Milwaukee Konchar (heel) is listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game versus the Bucks.

Impact Konchar is expected to miss his fifth straight contest Wednesday while dealing with a right heel injury. GG Jackson, Scotty Pippen and Jake LaRavia should continue to receive increased playing time in his absence.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Monday Konchar (heel) is out Monday versus Detroit.

Impact Konchar will be sidelined for his fourth consecutive game due to plantar fasciitis in his right heel. His next opportunity to take the court comes Wednesday versus Milwaukee.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Tagged as doubtful Konchar (heel) is considered doubtful for Monday's game against Detroit.

Impact Konchar is trending in the wrong direction for a Grizzlies' backcourt that will also be without Desmond Bane (back) on Monday. Scotty Pippen, Jordan Goodwin and new signee Zavier Simpson would represent the traditional ballhandlers available in the rotation if Konchar is unavailable Monday.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Konchar (heel) won't play against the Magic on Saturday.

Impact No real surprises here, as Konchar was listed as unlikely to play due to a nagging heel injury that will sideline him for a third straight contest. His next chance to play will come against the Pistons on Monday.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to suit up Saturday Konchar (heel) is listed as doubtful for Saturday's game versus the Magic.

Impact Konchar is expected to miss his third straight contest Saturday due to right heel soreness. GG Jackson should continue to start in Konchar's expected absence.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Konchar (heel) won't suit up for Wednesday's game against the Lakers, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

Impact Wednesday will mark the second straight game on the sidelines for Konchar, which should result in more minutes for GG Jackson and DeJon Jarreau. Konchar's next chance to play will come Saturday in Orlando.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Wednesday Konchar (heel) is listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game versus the Lakers.

Impact Konchar is expected to miss his second straight game Wednesday due to right heel soreness. GG Jackson and DeJon Jarreau will likely continue to receive increased playing time if Konchar is officially ruled out.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Konchar (heel) is unavailable for Monday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Konchar is dealing with a right heel injury and will miss his first action since March 10 as a result. GG Jackson and DeJon Jarreau should be in line for more chances with Konchar out of commission.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Monday Konchar is doubtful for Monday's game against the Nuggets due to right heel soreness.

Impact Konchar has seen plenty of playing time recently, averaging 6.2 points, 7.2 rebounds and 3.3 assists in 32.2 minutes per game over his last six appearances. However, he's dealing with a heel injury that will likely prevent him from suiting up Monday. GG Jackson and Maozinha Pereira are candidates to see increased playing time for the shorthanded Grizzlies.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Konchar (heel) is available for Friday's matchup with the Spurs.

Impact Konchar originally drew a questionable tag, but he is feeling good enough to go after testing things out pregame. Barring any setbacks, look for him to take on his usual workload at shooting guard. The 28-year-old has averaged 6.2 points, 7.6 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.8 steals, 0.8 blocks and 1.0 triples across 31.8 minutes in his previous five games.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Friday Konchar is questionable for Friday's game against the Spurs due to right heel soreness.

Impact If Konchar isn't able to give it a go Friday, then his minutes will likely be divvied up between Jake LaRavia and GG Jackson. Check back for another update on Konchar following Friday's shootaround.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Back with starting five Konchar is starting Monday night against the Kings.

Impact Konchar will join the starting lineup due to the absence of Luke Kennard (personal). Konchar has started five games so far in March and is averaging 6.6 points, 7.2 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 1.0 blocks in 31.0 minutes.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Joins second unit Konchar will come off the bench for Saturday's game against the Thunder.

Impact The Grizzlies will be getting Desmond Bane (ankle) back in the lineup Saturday, so this is an expected move. Memphis' rotations will likely continue to be volatile going forward, making Konchar hard to trust in most formats.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Nears double-double in loss Konchar contributed 13 points (5-8 FG, 3-5 3Pt), nine rebounds, four assists and three steals over 34 minutes during Wednesday's 110-98 loss to the Hornets.

Impact Konchar led all players in Wednesday's contest in rebounds while tallying a team-high-tying trio of steals and ending as one of five Grizzlies with a double-digit point total over a performance that was one board short of a double-double. Konchar set a new season high in scoring, posting his third game of 10 or more points. He has now hauled in nine or more boards in seven games, including in two straight contests.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Tuesday Konchar (ankle) will play in Tuesday's game against the Wizards.

Impact Konchar and Jordan Goodwin (Achilles) were both carrying questionable tags into Tuesday, but they each have the green light to play with no mention of restrictions. However, Lamar Stevens (groin) and Scotty Pippen (back) will both be sidelined Tuesday.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Tuesday Konchar (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Wizards.

Impact Konchar was listed as doubtful ahead of Tunsday's loss to the Thunder before being downgraded to out, so it appears he's at least made some progress since then. If Konchar remains out, DeJon Jarreau could see increased playing time again.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Out Sunday Konchar (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Thunder.

Impact As expected, Konchar has been downgraded from doubtful to out and will join a long list of inactive Grizzlies. Given all the absences, recently-acquired DeJon Jarreau may crack the rotation versus Oklahoma City.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE