KELLY OLYNYK NEWS

Spurs trending toward a version of Zach Collins 2.0 but Kelly Olynyk makes it work There will be wild swings on good and bad days for Kelly Olynyk, making him not so different from a center Spurs fans won't be happy to reme...

4 DAYS AGO • AIRALAMO.COM

Season-high 11 points in win Olynyk chipped in 11 points (4-7 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds, one assist and two steals across 15 minutes during Monday's 135-132 victory over New Orleans.

Impact The Spurs continue to limit the minutes of Olynyk, who had his start to the season delayed by heel surgery. Victor Wembanyama (calf) is traveling with the team ahead of Wednesday's showdown with the Lakers, so Olynyk appears to be clinging to fantasy relevance. The veteran center has averaged 4.7 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 11.0 minutes per night across 13 games this season.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Reduced role continues Olynyk ended Friday's 130-117 loss to the Cavaliers with one point (1-2 FT) and one rebound in six minutes.

Impact Olynyk managed just six minutes, despite the fact that San Antonio was without both of its primary center options. He has now played a total of nine minutes in the past three games, and can be clearly ignored in just about every fantasy format.

DECEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Fox scores 37 points to lead Spurs past Trail Blazers 115-102 in NBA Cup game

De’Aaron Fox had 37 points and eight assists as the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 115-102 in an NBA Cup group stage game

NOVEMBER 27 • Associated Press

All around effort in win Olynyk provided five points (2-5 FG, 1-1 3Pt), six rebounds and eight assists across 18 minutes during Sunday's 123-110 win over the Kings.

Impact Olynyk saw extended run due to the absence of Victor Wembanyama (calf) and added value in multiple categories while also drilling his only three-point attempt. While he will likely not have a consistent role moving forward if Wembanyama is healthy, Olynyk has shown he is capable of filling in as the backup center in the event of injury.

NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Olynyk (heel) will be available to play Saturday against the Pelicans, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Impact Olynyk will be available to play spot minutes behind Victor Wembanyama on Saturday, but as long as Wemby is healthy, Olynyk won't see enough floor time to make an impact in fantasy leagues. Leave him on the wire.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Saturday Olynyk (heel) is questionable to play in Saturday's game against the Pelicans, Stephen Michael of Lone Star Sports Journal reports.

Impact Olynyk has played in only two games this season with his new team, as he continues to recover from surgery on his left heel. If he's ruled out, the next chance he has to play will be Monday against the Bulls.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Available Friday Olynyk (heel) is available for Friday's game against Houston, per NBA reporter Matthew Tynan.

Impact Olynyk will suit up for the first half of this back-to-back for the Spurs. The veteran big man is set to handle the backup center role behind Victor Wembanyama on Friday. Still, Olynyk is in danger of being held out for Saturday's game against New Orleans.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Friday Olynyk (heel) is questionable to play in Friday's game against Houston, per NBA reporter Matthew Tynan.

Impact Olynyk missed the first few weeks of the season due to offseason heel surgery, so it's not a shock that the Spurs are considering giving him Friday night off with a short turnaround looming Saturday against the Pelicans. If the veteran center is unavailable, Bismack Biyombo would likely rejoin the rotation after not playing in Wednesday's loss to the Lakers.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Light role in team debut Olynyk (heel) produced four points (2-2 FG), four rebounds and three assists across nine minutes in Wednesday's 118-116 loss to the Lakers.

Impact Olynyk was cleared to make his season and Spurs debut Wednesday after completing his recovery from left heel surgery, which he underwent back in April. Though he was part of head coach Mitch Johnson's 10-man rotation, Olynyk could be the odd man out once Luke Kornet (ankle) makes his return to action. Even the limited minute count he saw Wednesday might have been somewhat inflated, as all of Victor Wembanyama, Jeremy Sochan and Harrison Barnes contended with foul trouble during the contest.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Wednesday Olynyk (heel) will be available to play Wednesday against the Lakers.

Impact Considering Olynyk missed all of training camp and the preseason while recovering from heel surgery, he'll likely have some heavy minutes restrictions in his first game of the season. Leave him on the waiver wire.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Olynyk (heel) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Lakers, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Impact This is the first time that Olynyk has received the questionable tag, which implies progress. If he is able to make his regular-season debut Wednesday night, he'll likely have some heavy minutes restrictions, so he's not worth grabbing in fantasy leagues.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers face the Spurs on 4-game win streak

Los Angeles faces San Antonio looking to continue its four-game win streak

NOVEMBER 4 • Associated Press

Spurs rookie Dylan Harper sidelined with calf strain, team announces

San Antonio rookie Dylan Harper will be out indefinitely with a left calf strain, the team announced Monday

NOVEMBER 3 • Associated Press

Out against Suns Olynyk (heel) will not play Sunday against the Suns, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Impact Olynyk hasn't logged an appearance with his new team yet and remains without a timetable for a return.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

San Antonio plays Phoenix on 5-game win streak

San Antonio is looking to extend its five-game win streak with a victory over Phoenix

NOVEMBER 1 • Associated Press

Led by Wembanyama, youthful Spurs on verge of setting best start in franchise history

The San Antonio Spurs can open the season 5-0 for the first time in franchise history

OCTOBER 30 • Associated Press

Won't play vs. Miami Olynyk (heel) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Heat.

Impact Olynyk will not make his season debut with his new club. The next chance for the veteran big man to get back on the floor will be Sunday against the Suns.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

San Antonio takes on Miami, looks for 5th straight victory

San Antonio aims to prolong its four-game win streak with a victory over Miami

OCTOBER 29 • Associated Press

Out again Monday Olynyk (heel) will not play in Monday's game against the Raptors.

Impact Olynyk has yet to make his season debut, and it appears that he won't touch the court relatively soon, as there have been no positive news regarding his injury. With Luke Kornet (ankle) also ruled out, expect Bismack Biyombo to see all the backup center minutes behind Victor Wembanyama, with players like Keldon Johnson also seeing extended playing time.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Spurs face the Raptors on 3-game win streak

San Antonio looks to prolong its three-game win streak with a victory over Toronto

OCTOBER 27 • Associated Press

Wembanyama has 31 points and 14 rebounds as Spurs remain unbeaten with 118-107 victory over Nets

Victor Wembanyama had 31 points, 14 rebounds and six blocks, and the San Antonio Spurs recovered after blowing a 26-point lead to beat the Brooklyn Nets 118-107 on Sunday and remai...

OCTOBER 26 • Associated Press

Remaining out vs. Brooklyn Olynyk (heel) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Nets, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Impact Olynyk is still recovering from heel surgery he underwent in April and has yet to make his season debut. There's no clear timetable for the big man's return, though his next chance to suit up will come Monday against the Raptors. With Luke Kornet (ankle) also ruled out, Bismack Biyombo will likely see a bump in playing time Sunday.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

San Antonio hosts Brooklyn after overtime win against New Orleans

San Antonio hosts the Brooklyn Nets after the Spurs defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 120-116 in overtime

OCTOBER 25 • Associated Press

Won't play vs. Pelicans Olynyk (heel) is out for Friday's game against New Orleans, Jared Weiss of The Athletic reports.

Impact Olynyk remains on the shelf following heel surgery. His next chance to make his season debut comes against the Nets on Sunday. Olynyk's absence allows Luke Kornet to have a clear runway as the backup center.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE