LUGUENTZ DORT NEWS

Scores 15 points in loss Dort accumulated 15 points (5-9 FG, 5-7 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists and one steal across 24 minutes during Monday's 116-104 loss to the Lakers.

Impact All of Dort's points game from beyond the arc as his long-range stroke was dialed in during the loss. Dort has recorded five or more three-pointers five times this season and he's attempted an average of 4.9 three-point shots per game.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Drains four threes Sunday Dort racked up 16 points (5-9 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, two assists and one steal in 32 minutes during Sunday's 123-110 victory over Houston.

Impact The fifth-year forward has seen his scoring totals bounce around of late, but Dort has remained a consistent threat from long range. He's drained multiple three-pointers in five straight games and eight of the last nine, averaging 12.7 points, 3.4 boards, 2.8 threes, 1.7 assists and 1.2 steals over that stretch, while shooting 50.0 percent from the floor and 49.0 percent (25-for-51) from beyond the arc.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Woeful in loss Saturday Dort totaled five points (2-7 FG, 1-6 3Pt) and two assists in 18 minutes during Saturday's 146-111 loss to the Mavericks.

Impact Dort managed just five points in 18 minutes, scoring single digits for the eighth time in the past 10 games. Despite serving as a starter for the Thunder, Dort is outside the top 200 for the season, averaging 9.7 points per game to go with 3.6 rebounds, 0.8 steals and 1.7 three-pointers. Managers can leave him on waivers in all but deeper leagues.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Hits five three-pointers Dort notched 22 points (8-19 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 1-1 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and one steal over 41 minutes during Sunday's 135-127 double-overtime win over the Raptors.

Impact Dort needed a performance like this one in the worst way, as he's been stuck in a brutal slump. Even if you include this outburst, Dort has hit 36.0 percent from the field over his last 10 games to go with averages of 9.0 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.9 three-pointers.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Wednesday's game Dort (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Dort was questionable for Wednesday's matchup due to a sore left ankle but participated in the team's morning shootaround and has officially been cleared to suit up against the Nuggets. He's been held to single-digit scoring totals in his last five appearances, averaging 4.0 points and 2.4 rebounds in 24.6 minutes per game.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Present for shootaround Wednesday Dort (ankle) took part in the Thunder's morning shootaround but remains questionable for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Impact Of the three starters the Thunder are listing as questionable for the contest, Dort and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (illness) were involved in shootaround, while Chet Holmgren (ankle) wasn't present for the workout. Dort's presence at shootaround is a positive sign, but an official decision on his status for the contest may not be announced until closer to the game's 8 p.m. ET tipoff.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with ankle soreness Dort is questionable for Wednesday's game against Denver due to left ankle soreness, Rylan Stiles of FanSided.com reports.

Impact Dort has missed just two games this season, but he joins an extended list of Thunder players that could be unavailable Wednesday against Denver. Jalen Williams (ankle) and Isaiah Joe (sternum) have already been ruled out, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (illness) and Chet Holmgren (ankle) are listed as questionable.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in win Dort closed Friday's 107-83 win over the Pelicans with four points (1-6 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and one block in 26 minutes.

Impact Although the Thunder were able to pull away from the Pelicans on the scoreboard Friday, Dort was held to a single-digit scoring total for a third consecutive game, his longest such streak since November. During that time, he's shot just 22.2 percent from the field.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Dort (illness) is listed as available for Saturday's tilt against the Timberwolves.

Impact Dort was originally deemed questionable due to an illness, but it appears he is feeling less under the weather. Barring any setbacks, look for him to take on his usual workload at small forward.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Tabbed as questionable Dort (illness) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Timberwolves.

Impact Dort was sidelined for Thursday's win over Utah, marking his first absence since Dec. 11. If he's sidelined again, Cason Wallace, Aaron Wiggins and Isaiah Joe would be candidates for extra minutes.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Will not play Thursday Dort (illness) will not play in Thursday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Dort will be forced to sit for the first time since Dec. 11. In his absence, the Thunder could turn to guys like Cason Wallace, Aaron Wiggins and Isaiah Joe to soak up some minutes.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Thursday Dort is listed as questionable for Thursday's game versus the Jazz due to a non-COVID illness.

Impact An illness seems to be spreading around the Thunder's locker room, as multiple players have now popped up on the team's injury report. If Dort is ruled out, Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins are candidates to receive extended minutes.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Contributes 19 points in loss Dort ended Tuesday's 128-117 loss to the Clippers with 19 points (6-10 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound and one assist in 33 minutes.

Impact Dort didn't offer much in terms of peripheral stats, but he put up his highest point total since he scored 20 against Minnesota on Dec. 26. All but one of the fifth-year forward's buckets came from three-point range, which has been a theme for him of late. Over his past five games, Dort is averaging 3.0 triples per contest on 50.0 percent shooting from deep, with 45 of his 67 total points over that span coming on three-pointers.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Non-factor in win Dort chipped in seven points (2-5 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one block across 27 minutes during Monday's 136-128 victory over the Wizards.

Impact From Dec. 14-26, Dort looked like he was turning a corner offensively, averaging 15.0 points (58.5 percent shooting), 3.7 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.2 blocks and 0.8 steals in 28.8 minutes per game. However, since then, he's averaged just 9.9 points (42.4 percent shooting). Dort has never been a major source of offense, but he's averaging 11.0 points this season -- his lowest mark since his rookie campaign.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Leads from deep in 20-point game Dort totaled 20 points (7-9 FG, 5-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, two blocks and two steals in 33 minutes during Tuesday's 129-106 win over Minnesota.

Impact Dort led all Thunder players in shots made from three while finishing as one of four players with 20 or more points to go along with a pair of steals defensively in a winning effort. Dort has surpassed the 20-point mark in four games while connecting on five or more threes twice this year.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient performance Thursday Dort had 21 points (8-12 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, four assists and one block in 31 minutes during Thursday's 134-115 win over the Clippers.

Impact Dort was excellent Thursday and complemented with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander extremely well in the backcourt while reaching the 20-point mark for the first time since Nov. 3. He holds a secondary role on offense behind Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren, but his ability to stuff the stat sheet and contribute on both ends of the court makes him a valuable fantasy alternative across all formats. He's averaging 11.2 points, 3.8 rebounds, 1.6 assists and a combined 1.1 steals and blocks over his last 10 contests.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Kings Dort is in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Kings, Steve McGehee of News 9 Oklahoma City reports.

Impact Dort will replace Cason Wallace in the first unit after sitting out Monday's game against the Jazz due to an ankle injury. There's been no word of any possible restrictions for Thursday night.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go against Sacramento Dort (ankle) isn't on the injury report for Thursday's game versus the Kings.

Impact Dort will return to action Thursday after missing Oklahoma City's previous contest due to a left ankle sprain. Dort will likely replace Cason Wallace in the starting lineup against Sacramento.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Monday Dort (ankle) will not play in Monday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Dort was previously carrying a questionable tag, but he'll end up missing his first game of the season. He should be considered questionable for Thursday's game against the Kings after a couple days of rest. With Dort sidelined, we could see more of Isaiah Joe, Cason Wallace and Aaron Wiggins.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Battling ankle sprain Dort is questionable for Monday's game against the Jazz due to a left ankle sprain.

Impact Dort could potentially miss his first game of the season after being added to the injury report with a left ankle sprain. Dort has played well over his last four games, averaging 10.5 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 28.8 minutes per game over that stretch. If he is ultimately unable to go, Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins could be in line for increased minutes.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Only 15 minutes in start Dort supplied four points (0-5 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT) and three rebounds over 15 minutes during Wednesday's 110-101 loss to Houston.

Impact Dort's hot start to the season is a thing of the past, having now scored single digits in nine of the past 12 games. He is well outside the top 250 over the past two weeks, averaging just 6.8 points to go with 4.0 rebounds and 0.6 combined steals and blocks. He has no fantasy value outside of landing him as a lucky streaming option.

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Held in check amid foul trouble Dort logged two points (1-6 FG, 0-4 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists and two blocks over 27 minutes before fouling out of Wednesday's 116-102 victory over the Bulls.

Impact Dort fouled out of a game for the first time this year during Wednesday's win, and he was unable to generate much offensive production. He did rack up two blocks but has now been held to single-digit scoring totals in six of his last seven appearances, averaging 6.4 points and 3.6 rebounds in 26.1 minutes per game during that time.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes impact defensively Dort posted nine points (3-10 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals across 33 minutes during Sunday's 111-99 victory over the Suns.

Impact Dort failed to make a three-pointer for the first time this season and scored in single digits for a second game in a row. However, as usual, he salvaged his production with another solid defensive showing. Dort is currently averaging career-high marks in steals (1.5) and blocks (1.1) per game.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Wednesday Dort (hip) will play Wednesday against the Cavaliers, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Impact Dort will suit up despite dealing with a hip strain. The defensive-minded wing has been a hit-or-miss player to start the campaign, but over his last two contests, he's averaged 24.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.0 blocks in 31.0 minutes.

NOVEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially questionable Dort (hip) is questionable for Wednesday's game against Cleveland.

Impact Dort is dealing with a right hip sprain. He logged a full workload in Monday's win over Atlanta, scoring 19 points in 32 minutes of action.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE