KJ MARTIN NEWS

Continues hot streak Martin logged 20 points (8-9 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds, three assists and one block across 35 minutes during Friday's 117-111 loss to the Raptors.

Impact Martin has been on a tear over his last 10 games, averaging 15.4 points and 8.4 rebounds on 59.8 percent shooting. Although his expanded workload will end upon the return of Jalen Green (calf) and Kevin Porter (foot/toe), fantasy managers should be able to enjoy Martin's increased output for a few more games.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 18 in win Martin had 18 points (7-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-5 FT), seven rebounds and four assists in 32 minutes during Wednesday's 112-106 win over the Thunder.

Impact Martin has started 10 consecutive games, and he's been a well-rounded contributor during that time. He posted double-doubles in two of his three appearances prior to Wednesday's victory, and he matched his second-highest assist total of the season against Oklahoma City. Across his last 10 outings, he's averaged 14.0 points and 8.2 rebounds in 31.2 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Secures another double-double Martin had 15 points (7-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 13 rebounds, one assist and one block over 27 minutes during Saturday's 117-114 win over Detroit.

Impact Martin shot efficiently from the field and notched his second double-double in three games. He's managed to score in double figures in seven of his team's last eight contests, averaging 14.5 points, 8.9 rebounds and 1.6 assists over this stretch.

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records strong double-double Martin closed Wednesday's 108-103 loss to Washington with 16 points (8-13 FG, 0-2 FT), 13 rebounds, one assist and one block over 34 minutes.

Impact Martin posted his first double-double since November and was excellent on both ends of the court, but his efforts weren't enough to lift the Rockets in a tight matchup. Martin has started in each of Houston's last seven games and is averaging 13.3 points with 8.0 rebounds in that span.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps producing as starter Martin produced 11 points (4-8 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 0-1 FT), seven rebounds and three assists across 32 minutes during Wednesday's 122-117 loss to the Hornets.

Impact Martin sniffed a double-double in Wednesday's loss, and he continues to produce as a starter. He's averaging 14.0 points, 6.8 rebounds and 1.3 assists per game since jumping into a starting role, and he should remain in that status as long as Kevin Porter (foot) remains sidelined.

JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Swats two shots in loss Martin amassed 17 points (7-15 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds and two blocks in 30 minutes during Monday's 140-132 loss to the Lakers.

Impact All five of Houston's starters scored in double figures Monday, and Martin finished fourth on the team with 17 points. The third-year forward also tied for second on the Rockets in both rebounds (seven) and blocks (two), with the latter tying his season-high mark. Martin has started each of Houston's past three contests, averaging 15.0 points, 6.7 boards and 1.3 triples over that span.

JANUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Near double-double in start Martin contributed 22 points (9-14 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), nine rebounds and two assists over 33 minutes during Sunday's 121-100 loss to the Clippers.

Impact Martin got the start due to Kevin Porter (foot) and Jalen Green (suspension) being out Sunday, finishing one rebound shy of a double-double performance. Martin has tallied at least 20 points and five rebounds in four games this season.

JANUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up second straight start Martin will start at small forward in Sunday's game against the Clippers, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Houston will be without two of its regular starters in Kevin Porter (foot) and Jalen Green (suspension), opening up spots on the top unit for Martin and Daishen Nix. While Porter was sidelined for Friday's 139-114 loss to the Kings, Martin started for the first time since Dec. 27 and finished with six points (1-6 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-6 FT) and four rebounds in 34 minutes. Another healthy minutes load likely awaits him Sunday.

JANUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Martin is in the starting lineup for Friday's game versus the Kings, Mark Berman of Fox 26 Houston reports.

Impact Martin will enter the starting lineup Friday with Kevin Porter (foot) out. The 21-year-old forward is averaging 13.4 points, 6.0 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 30.5 minutes across his previous eight starts.

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clears 20-point mark Martin finished with 21 points (9-13 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 0-2 FT), five rebounds and one assist across 27 minutes in Wednesday's 135-115 loss to the Kings.

Impact With 20-plus minutes in each of the Rockets' past six games, Martin has seemingly established himself as Houston's top forward off the bench ahead of rookie Tari Eason, who is averaging 18.3 minutes per contest over that same span. The recent return of Jae'Sean Tate from injury hasn't been especially detrimental to either Martin or Eason, as Tate has instead settled in as the Rockets' primary backup point guard while TyTy Washington has been cut out of the rotation and sent to the G League's Rio Grande Valley Vipers. That being said, Martin doesn't look as though he'll have much room to see his role expand, and even after Wednesday's scoring outburst, he's still averaging a modest 11.0 points over that aforementioned six-game stretch on what is probably unsustainable shooting (57.4 percent from the field, 40 percent from three-point range). Martin still looks like more of an option for deeper category and points leagues rather than 12-team formats or shallower.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up 12 with five boards Martin contributed 12 points (5-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds and two assists over 22 minutes during Sunday's 104-96 loss to the Timberwolves.

Impact Martin was efficient from the field and delivered a strong outing in only 22 minutes. He's firmly entrenched as a regular bench option for Houston and is producing solid numbers, averaging 10.4 points and 3.9 boards across 23.8 minutes per game in his last 10 appearances (two starts).

JANUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 16 points off bench Martin had 16 points (7-7 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 0-3 FT), two rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals over 25 minutes during Wednesday's 119-108 loss to the Pelicans.

Impact Martin was coming off a streak of subpar performances off the bench, but he bounced back admirably here and was one of Houston's top performers in a game where the entire offense sputtered. He's averaging just 10.0 points per game since the start of December.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to starting lineup Martin is in the starting five for Tuesday's game versus the Celtics, Ben DuBose of USA Today reports.

Impact Martin will replace Eric Gordon (groin) in the starting five Tuesday. However, Gordon will likely reclaim his starting spot Thursday, as he is simply sitting out the second night of a back-to-back.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Monday Martin isn't in the starting five Monday against Chicago, Mark Berman of Fox 26 Houston reports.

Impact Martin will come in off the bench after starting the Rockets' latest matchup Friday against Dallas. Martin has averaged 10.7 points and 5.0 rebounds in 32 games played this year.

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mediocre showing in spot start Martin posted 10 points (4-7 FG, 2-2 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist and three steals across 30 minutes during Friday's 112-106 loss to the Mavericks.

Impact Martin got a look in the starting five Friday but didn't exactly light it up, finishing with only 10 points on seven shot attempts. He did snatch a season-high three steals but supplied little else from a fantasy perspective. Martin also figures to return to a bench role once Eric Gordon (thumb) is cleared to return.

DECEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Draws start Martin will start Friday's game against Dallas, Lachard Binkley of TheDreamShake.com reports.

Impact Martin will draw his seventh start of the season with Eric Gordon (thumb) sidelined. In his previous six starts, Martin has averaged 13.3 points, 7.0 rebounds and 1.7 assists in 30.5 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Improved effort in loss Wednesday Martin finished Wednesday's 116-110 loss to Orlando with 18 points (7-11 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds and four assists across 28 minutes.

Impact Martin scored 18 points in the loss, the most he has scored in almost a month. As with many of his teammates, Martin's role typically changes from one night to the next, making him a hard player to trust outside of deeper formats. Those in 12-team leagues could consider him for streaming purposes when in need of an efficient scorer who can chip in a few boards here and there.

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers solid showing Martin accumulated 13 points (6-9 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, two assists and one steal across 31 minutes during Saturday's 107-95 loss to Portland.

Impact Martin was unable to knock down a shot from deep but made the most of his attempts from inside the arc. He also recorded his second steal of December through eight matchups. Martin has now scored in double figures in three of his last four appearances.

DECEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Spot start reaps 13 points Martin produced 13 points (5-11 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), seven rebounds and one assist across 28 minutes during Saturday's 120-101 loss to Golden State.

Impact Martin replaced Eric Gordon (rest) in the starting lineup, tallying 13 points with very little else. The Rockets were never really in this one, falling into a 16-point deficit after the first quarter. As a result, many of the starters were limited, including Martin. Despite a relatively consistent role this season, he has been unable to establish himself as a 12-team asset, something that is unlikely to change anytime soon.

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Martin is starting Saturday's game against the Warriors.

Impact With Eric Gordon (rest) out, Martin gets the nod. In his five prior starts this season, he's averaged 13.4 points, 7.0 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 31.0 minutes.

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Saturday Martin is coming off the bench Saturday against the Thunder, Adam Spolane of Sports Radio 610 Houston reports.

Impact With Eric Gordon (rest/groin) back in the lineup, Martin will resume a bench role. In seven appearances off the bench this month, he's averaged 10.7 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 23.6 minutes.

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

First double-double of season Martin posted 21 points (10-13 FG, 1-1 3Pt), 15 rebounds, two assists and one steal in 34 minutes during Friday's 128-122 win over the Hawks.

Impact Martin has been playing well of late and aside from recording his first double-double of the season, he also managed to score in double digits for the fourth straight time. The nature of his role off the bench certainly conspires against his fantasy value, but the third-year forward is still averaging 12.6 points, 6.6 rebounds and 1.2 assists per game over his last five contests (two starts). He's also received at least 20 minutes in every game since Oct. 28.

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable effort in spot start Martin supplied 12 points (5-9 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-4 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and one steal in 26 minutes during Friday's 99-91 loss to Indiana.

Impact Martin replaced Kevin Porter (back) in the starting lineup Friday, ending with yet another serviceable performance. Despite his role changing constantly, Martin has been able to flirt with 12-team viability. He is inside the top 200 for the season, and while he is better suited to deeper formats, those in standard leagues can look to stream him in on nights such as this.

NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will start Friday Martin will join the starting lineup Friday versus the Pacers, Kelly Iko of The Atheltic reports.

Impact Martin will get a look with the starting unit with Kevin Porter (back) set to miss the contest. Martin has eclipsed 30 minutes of playing time in each of his three previous starts while failing to hit that mark in any game off the bench, so he's likely headed for extended minutes in this one.

NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pops for 21 off bench Martin closed with 21 points (8-14 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, five assists and two blocks in 26 minutes off the bench during Monday's 134-127 win over Orlando.

Impact The third-year forward topped 20 points for the second time in the last four games while setting a new season high in made threes, although he scored just 19 points combined in the other two. Martin remains a volatile option on the Rockets' second unit, but he has scored in double digits in six of the last nine games.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE