Brooklyn plays Utah on 4-game road skid
Brooklyn heads into a matchup with Utah after losing four straight road gamesFEBRUARY 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
LAMARCUS ALDRIDGE
Kings rally in 4th to hand Nets 6th straight loss, 112-101
Tyrese Haliburton scored seven of his 12 points in the fourth quarter on his way to a double-double, and the Sacramento Kings handed the stumbling Brooklyn Nets their sixth consecu...FEBRUARY 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Brooklyn takes on Sacramento, seeks to stop 5-game skid
Brooklyn enters the matchup against Sacramento as losers of five games in a rowFEBRUARY 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Out for remainder of road trip Aldridge (ankle) will miss at least the Nets' next four games, Alex Schiffer of The Athletic reports.
Impact An MRI on Aldridge's left ankle revealed what appears to be a fairly severe sprain, as the Nets were comfortable ruling the veteran out for the remainder of their five-game road trip, which concludes Sunday at Denver. It's unclear how much time Aldridge will ultimately miss, though coach Steve Nash said he's hopeful that the big man will be able to get back on the floor before the All-Star break.
FEBRUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out Tuesday Aldridge (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Suns, Nick Friedell of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Aldridge missed Monday's practice session and will undergo an MRI on his left ankle, so he'll be unavailable for the first half of a back-to-back set. Nicolas Claxton, Blake Griffin and James Johnson are in line for additional run in the frontcourt Tuesday.
JANUARY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Not practicing Monday Aldridge (ankle) didn't participate in Monday's practice session, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.
Impact Aldridge was seen in a walking boot after exiting Saturday's loss to the Warriors with a left ankle sprain, and he'll undergo an MRI on Monday to determine the extent of the injury. If he's unavailable Tuesday against the Suns, Nicolas Claxton, Blake Griffin and James Johnson would likely see increased work.
JANUARY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Phoenix puts home win streak on the line against Brooklyn
Phoenix heads into a matchup with Brooklyn after winning four straight home gamesJANUARY 31, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sports walking boot after game Aldridge was spotted moving about with a walking boot on his sprained left ankle after exiting Saturday's 110-106 loss to the Warriors, Nick Friedell of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Brooklyn has yet to disclose the grade of the ankle sprain Aldridge sustained in the contest, but the fact that he was fitted for a boot doesn't bode well for his chances of playing Tuesday in Phoenix. If Aldridge isn't fit to play against the Suns, the Nets would likely turn to a combination of Nicolas Claxton, Blake Griffin and James Johnson to cover the minutes at center.
JANUARY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Exits with ankle sprain Aldridge left Saturday's game against the Warriors with a sprained left ankle and will not return, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.
Impact Aldridge scored nine points and grabbed five rebounds in 15 minutes prior to his exit. Whether or not he'll be ready to return Tuesday in Phoenix is not yet clear.
JANUARY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Quality numbers in starting role Aldridge posted 18 points (7-16 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-6 FT), eight rebounds and one block in 33 minutes Wednesday in the Nets' 124-118 loss to the Nuggets.
Impact For the first time since returning in mid-January from a five-game absence due to foot soreness, Aldridge entered the starting five. He received the appointment to the top unit due to Nicolas Claxton (rest) and Day'Ron Sharpe (illness) being sidelined, but Aldridge will likely come off the bench Saturday at Golden State in the likely event that both of the younger centers are available. Expect Aldridge to stick in a 20-to-25-minute role when Brooklyn is at full strength in the frontcourt, rendering the 36-year-old more of a low-end option in 12-team leagues.
JANUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Starting Wednesday Aldridge is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets, Billy Reinhardt of NetsDaily.com reports.
Impact With Nicolas Claxton (rest) and Day'Ron Sharpe (illness) sidelined, Aldridge is set to make his first start since Jan. 1. The veteran is averaging 13.4 points and 5.6 rebounds in 22.9 minutes per game this season.
JANUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Thoughts from the Nets' road trip: Nic Claxton, the rookies, LaMarcus Aldridge, and more Aldridge has filled some of the scoring void, while Nic Claxton feels he's close to returning to the lineup but Joe Harris' has a setback.
JANUARY 24, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
'A special night' for LaMarcus Aldridge, Patty Mills and a clinic by James Harden, Kyrie Irving as Nets beat Spurs Aldridge and Mills enjoy a tribute from their old team, and the Nets start to show what they might become at full strength.
JANUARY 22, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
LaMarcus Aldridge ' Postgame Sound
JANUARY 22, 2022 • YOUTUBE
Harden's triple-double helps Nets top Murray, Spurs, 117-102
James Harden had 37 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds, spoiling Dejounte Murray’s ninth triple-double of the season as the Brooklyn Nets overpowered the San Antonio Spurs 117-102JANUARY 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Welcome Back to San Antonio, LaMarcus Aldridge and Patty Mills! ' San Antonio Spurs Tribute Video
JANUARY 22, 2022 • YOUTUBE
LaMarcus Aldridge can still be go-to guy for Nets SAN ANTONIO – At the age of 36, LaMarcus Aldridge is beyond his seven-time All-Star status. But on Wednesday in Washington, Aldridge proved...
JANUARY 21, 2022 • NEWSDAY.COM
Catches fire off bench Aldridge racked up 27 points (11-15 FG, 5-5 FT), six rebounds, three assists and two blocks over 32 minutes during Wednesday's 119-118 victory over the Wizards.
Impact Aldridge's 27 points marked a season high as well as his first time exceeding 20 points since mid-November. Nonetheless, he has been extremely reliable for Brooklyn. Per 36 minutes, Aldridge is averaging 20.9 points, 8.8 rebounds and 1.7 blocks per game. Factoring in a career-best 56.6 shooting percentage, an uptick in fantasy relevance sans Kevin Durant (knee) is possible.
JANUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
LaMarcus Aldridge ' Postgame Sound
JANUARY 20, 2022 • YOUTUBE
LaMarcus Aldridge Highlights ' 27 Points vs. Washington Wizards
JANUARY 20, 2022 • YOUTUBE
Nets hold off Wizards' rally, beat Washington 119-118
Kyrie Irving scored 22 of his 30 points in the first half, and the Brooklyn Nets held off Washington 119-118 when Kyle Kuzma and Spencer Dinwiddie missed 3-pointers in the final se...JANUARY 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Returns from five-game absence Aldridge provided 13 points (6-10 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 23 minutes during Monday's 114-107 loss to the Cavaliers.
Impact Making his first appearance since Jan. 7, Aldridge came off the bench as the Nets opted to roll with Day'Ron Sharpe (24 minutes) at center with Nicolas Claxton (hamstring) out. Both players split minutes evenly, however, and Aldridge salvaged a decent fantasy line with the steal and block. Whether he recaptures the starting job at some point or not, Aldridge's fantasy value is pretty limited at this point in his career.
JANUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Will come off bench Aldridge will come off the bench Monday against the Cavs, Billy Reinhardt of Nets Daily reports.
Impact After missing the last five games with a foot injury, Aldridge will be back in the mix, but even with Nicolas Claxton (hamstring) out, the Nets will bring the veteran off the bench. Steve Nash will continue to roll with Day'Ron Sharpe at center. He'll be joined by Kessler Edwards, Patty Mills, Kyrie Irving and James Harden. Brooklyn is, of course, without Kevin Durant (knee).
JANUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Officially available Monday Aldridge (foot) is available for Monday's game against Cleveland.
Impact The 36-year-old missed the last five games due to right foot soreness but was probable ahead of Monday's contest. Since Nicolas Claxton (hamstring) is out, Aldridge could see additional playing time as long as he doesn't have any conditioning concerns.
JANUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Likely to play Monday Aldridge (foot) is listed as probable for Monday's game against the Cavaliers, Alex Schiffer of The Athletic reports.
Impact So long as he comes out of the Nets' morning shootaround no worse for the wear, Aldridge looks like he'll be able to put an end to his five-game absence due to right foot soreness. Meanwhile, Nicolas Claxton (hamstring) is listed as questionable, while all of Kevin Durant (knee), James Johnson (illness) and Paul Millsap (personal) are out for Monday's game, so Brooklyn finally finds itself thin in the frontcourt.
JANUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
