LUGUENTZ DORT NEWS

Hits four threes in win Dort produced 14 points (5-14 FG, 4-9 3Pt), six rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 39 minutes during Sunday's 105-92 victory over Boston.

Impact Dort sank four-plus three-pointers for the 10th time in the 2024-25 campaign while tying his season-high mark in minutes. The defensive disruptor scored 11 of his 14 points in the final quarter, shooting 3-for-3 from beyond the arc in the fourth to seal the game. Dort has reached double-digit points in 18 of his 34 regular-season appearances, and he is also on pace to average career highs in steals (1.1) and blocks (0.7).

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report Dort (ankle) isn't listed on the injury report for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Dort didn't play in Saturday's win over the Hornets after leaving Thursday's win over the Pacers in the first quarter. However, it appears the right ankle sprain was minor, and the veteran will return to action Sunday. Over 10 appearances in December, Dort has averaged 9.0 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.4 assists, 1.3 steals and 0.9 blocks in 29.7 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Dort has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Hornets due to a right ankle sprain.

Impact Dort left in the first quarter of Thursday's game against the Pacers due what was reported as a knee injury at the time, but he was able to return in the second frame and finished with 13 points and seven rebounds over 35 minutes. However, it appears he is now working through a right ankle sprain, which will keep him out of action Saturday. The severity of the injury isn't clear, but Dort could return for the the second leg of the Thunder's back-to-back set Sunday against the Grizzlies. Dort's absence Saturday opens the door for either Aaron Wiggins or Isaiah Joe to enter the starting lineup.

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Checks back in Dort (knee) returned to Thursday's game against Indiana, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Impact Dort made a quick trip to the locker room after suffering a knee injury only a few minutes into Thursday's matchup, but he was quickly cleared to return by the team's medical staff.

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Walks to locker room Dort went to the locker room during the first quarter of Thursday's game against the Pacers with an apparent left knee injury, Tony East of SI.com reports.

Impact Dort appeared to land awkwardly after a shot attempt, which forced the Thunder to call a timeout to remove him from the matchup. He'll be considered questionable to return until the team has more information to share.

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Minimal impact vs. Orlando Dort ended Thursday's 105-99 win over Orlando with two points (1-5 FG, 0-4 3Pt), four rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals across 26 minutes.

Impact Dort was held in check for a second straight game Thursday after finishing with four points in 30 minutes Tuesday against the Bucks in the NBA Cup Championship. This has been an uncharacteristic two-game stretch for the 25-year-old, who is averaging 9.9 points in 29.3 minutes per game across 26 appearances this season.

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Plays well in win Dort ended with 11 points (4-10 FG, 3-7 3Pt), six rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 32 minutes during Tuesday's 118-104 win over Dallas.

Impact On top of a productive outing on the stat sheet, Dort helped to limit Luka Doncic to 16 points with six turnovers. Dort has increased his output on the defensive end this season, putting him on pace to return eighth-round value in nine-category formats with averages of 9.9 points, 4.6 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.2 steals, 0.9 blocks and 2.1 three-pointers.

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back on track Friday Dort racked up 14 points (5-8 FG, 4-5 3Pt), two rebounds and two assists over 24 minutes during Friday's 101-93 victory over the Lakers.

Impact After managing only 10 total points and going just 2-for-17 from three-point range over the prior four games, Dort found his rhythm again Friday. Over 15 games in November, the 25-year-old wing averaged 9.8 points, 5.1 boards, 2.0 assists, 2.0 threes and 1.3 steals, but he shot just 38.9 percent from the floor.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Drops season low in win Dort scored just two points (0-7 FG, 0-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and added five rebounds, two assists and a block over 30 minutes in Wednesday's 109-99 win over the Trail Blazers.

Impact While Dort failed to convert a field goal, the Thunder did not need him to as they received offensive explosions from Jalen Williams (30) and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (28) as well as three double digit performances off the bench, which was enough to win. Dort will continue to be a key piece of the Thunder's starting lineup moving forward.

NOVEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Flirts with doubledouble in victory Dort supplied 15 points (5-11 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 3-3 FT), nine rebounds, two assists and one block across 32 minutes during Friday's 99-83 victory over Phoenix.

Impact Dort has logged double-digit totals in four consecutive games, and his rebound total marked a season high for the sixth-year pro. A talented defensive asset, Dort has also recorded four steals over the past two days.

NOVEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 11 points Wednesday Dort ended with 11 points (3-6 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-4 FT), three rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals over 32 minutes during Wednesday's 106-88 win over the Pelicans.

Impact Dort was the only other starter who scored in double digits for the Thunder outside of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams, and he made his presence in peripheral categories as well. Dort plays a secondary role on offense behind the aforementioned star duo, but he remains productive and has scored in double digits in all but one of his last five outings.

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient 19-point game in victory Dort amassed 19 points (7-14 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds, two steals and one assist across 35 minutes in Monday's 134-128 win over the Clippers.

Impact The forward scored his second-highest mark in points of the season while finishing as the Thunder's third-leading scorer behind Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (45) and Jalen Williams (28). Dort has been an inconsistent scorer thus far, though he has shot 47.3 percent from the field and an extremely efficient 45.6 percent from beyond the arc. The 25-year-old will likely be featured much more heavily in the Thunder's offensive scheme, especially with Chet Holmgren (hip) sidelined indefinitely.

NOVEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Stuffs stat sheet in loss Dort notched 16 points (6-11 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal in 30 minutes during Sunday's 127-116 loss to Golden State.

Impact Dort has alternated double-digit and single-digit scoring figures in his last six appearances, but he could be in line for a bigger role on offense in the coming weeks due to the absence of Chet Holmgren (hip). Dort has scored at least 16 points four times already this season, and he could slide to the role of being the No.3 scoring option for the Thunder behind Shai GIlgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams.

NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fills stat sheet Wednesday Dort racked up 11 points (3-6 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, three assists, two blocks and three steals across 26 minutes during Wednesday's 124-122 loss to the Nuggets.

Impact Dort was efficient in his secondary scoring role and also made his presence felt with multiple actions on both ends of the court -- he registered at least two tallies in each of the five major categories. Dort should continue to play a minor role in the offensive scheme due to the abundance of scoring alternatives in the OKC lineup, but he'll remain valuable in fantasy, particularly in category-based leagues, due to his ability to fill the stat sheet on any given game.

NOVEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fails to fire in win Dort racked up six points (2-6 FG, 2-4 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist and two steals in 28 minutes during Monday's 102-86 win over Orlando.

Impact Dort had been able to string together a few encouraging performances but that came to an end Monday. Outside of the two steals, this is what we expect to see from Dort most nights. He should continue to start but outside of some productive outbursts, his real-life value should outweigh what he can do on the scoresheet.

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Drops team-high 20 points Dort had 20 points (7-9 FG, 6-8 3Pt), six rebounds, one assist and two blocks across 25 minutes during Wednesday's 105-93 win over the Spurs.

Impact Dort led the way with a team-high 20 points, scoring at least 16 points for the second straight game. Although the offensive output is moderately intriguing, managers shouldn't be fooled by this given what we have seen in the past. While he is fine to add for streaming purposes, it's hard to see him converting this into season-long value.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Dort (rest) will start Wednesday's preseason game against the Rockets, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Impact Dort rested alongside Shai Gilgeous-Alexander during Monday's preseason opener against the Rockets, but both will be in the starting lineup Wednesday. They'll be joined by Alex Caruso, Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren, with Isaiah Hartenstein notably coming off the bench again.

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Expected to play Wednesday Dort (rest) is expected to play in Wednesday's preseason game against the Rockets, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Impact Dort was rested along with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander on Monday, but there are no injuries to report. Wednesday's exhibition could be a potential dress rehearsal for the Thunder.

OCTOBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Resting Monday Coach Mark Daigneault said Sunday that Dort (rest) will not play in Monday's preseason opener against the Spurs, Nick Gallo of the Thunder's official site reports.

Impact Dort will be sidelined Monday, allowing the club and Daigneault an extended look at Aaron Wiggins and Dillon Jones. Dort's next chance to play in the preseason will come Wednesday versus the Rockets.

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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