LUKE KENNARD NEWS

Flirts with double-double in win Kennard recorded 15 points (5-9 FG, 5-9 3Pt), nine rebounds and three assists across 30 minutes during Wednesday's 129-115 win over the Spurs.

Impact Kennard continues to play well off the bench, having now scored double-digits in seven of the past eight games. Injuries to other players provided Kennard with an opportunity to step into a larger role, something he has capitalized on in recent weeks. In fact, over the past two weeks, he is averaging 10.8 points, 2.6 three-pointers and 4.2 assists in 23,8 minutes per game. The Grizzlies have one of the deepest rotations in the league, with Kennard currently at the forefront of the second unit.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Tallies 11 points off bench Kennard chipped in 11 points (4-7 FG, 3-5 3Pt) and two assists over 25 minutes during Thursday's 119-115 loss to the Rockets.

Impact Kennard did most of his damage Thursday from beyond the arc, connecting on three threes for a second straight game and the sixth time over his last seven outings. Over that span, he has averaged 13.1 points, 4.7 assists and 4.0 rebounds across 26.0 minutes per game while shooting 46.7 percent from three on 6.4 3PA/G.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Will play Monday Kennard (hamstring) is available for Monday's game against the Mavericks, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Impact Kennard was originally slated to miss a second straight game Monday due to a sore right hamstring. He was upgraded to questionable earlier Monday, and he has done enough to suit up against Dallas. Kennard could see some heavy usage if Desmond Bane (ankle) and Yuki Kawamura (shoulder) join Ja Morant (shoulder) and Marcus Smart (finger) on the sidelines.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to questionable Kennard (hamstring) has been upgraded to questionable for Monday's game against the Mavericks.

Impact This is a nice surprise for a Memphis team that has been ravaged by injuries. Kennard was previously ruled out for this contest, but he's now trending towards giving it a go. The sharpshooter is averaging 8.4 points, 3.2 assists and 2.9 rebounds in 21.0 minutes per contest this season.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Monday vs. Dallas Kennard (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Mavericks.

Impact Kennard will miss a second straight game due to right hamstring soreness, and his next opportunity to play will be Thursday against Houston. Jake LaRavia and John Konchar should see a slight increase in playing time Monday due to Kennard's injury.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Dallas faces Memphis, looks to halt 4-game slide

Dallas enters the matchup with Memphis as losers of four straight games

JANUARY 5 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Confirmed out for Saturday Kennard (hamstring) will not play Saturday against the Warriors.

Impact John Konchar (shoulder) is also out, while Desmond Bane (ankle) will give it a go. Kennard was outstanding Friday against the Kings and nearly triple-doubled, but the Grizzlies are known for being cautious with their players.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Confirmed out for Saturday Kennard (hamstring) will not play Saturday against the Warriors.

Impact John Konchar (shoulder) is also out, while Desmond Bane (ankle) will give it a go. Kennard was outstanding Friday against the Kings and nearly triple-doubled, but the Grizzlies are known for being cautious with their players.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful against Golden State Kennard (hamstring) has been listed as doubtful for Saturday's game against the Warriors.

Impact Kennard is one of the many players on the Grizzlies' roster who likely won't play against the Warriors on Saturday. The veteran guard came two rebounds and one assist shy of a triple-double in the loss to the Kings on Friday but will almost certainly be ruled out in the second game of a back-to-back against Golden State. Jake LaRavia may see a bump in minutes if Kennard is sidelined.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful against Golden State Kennard (hamstring) has been listed as doubtful for Saturday's game against the Warriors.

Impact Kennard is one of the many players on the Grizzlies' roster who likely won't play against the Warriors on Saturday. The veteran guard came two rebounds and one assist shy of a triple-double in the loss to the Kings but will almost certainly be ruled out in the second game of a back-to-back against Golden State. Jake LaRavia may see a bump in minutes with Kennard on the mend.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Sniffs double-double from bench Kennard chipped in 11 points (3-10 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), eight rebounds, nine assists and one steal over 32 minutes during Friday's 138-133 loss to Sacramento.

Impact Although Kennard resides in a crowded depth chart, he's occasionally popped for some fantasy-worthy totals. Ne's recorded three consecutve games with double-digit scoring totals, and his number should continue to hover around 30 minutes while the backcourt deals with injuries at both positions.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Scores season-high 17 points Kennard closed with 17 points (5-8 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and two steals in 29 minutes during Tuesday's 117-112 win over the Suns.

Impact Kennard played at least 27 minutes for the second straight game, both of which have been productive outings. Memphis is once again dealing with multiple injuries, although unlike last season, they remain a highly competitive team in the Western Conference. Having flashed some playmaking upside in the past, Kennard could be called upon to handle the ball a bit more, at least for the short term.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Jackson Jr. scores 38, Bane has 31 as Grizzlies top Suns 117-112

Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 38 points to lead the Memphis Grizzlies to a 117-112 victory over the Phoenix Suns Tuesday night

JANUARY 1 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Morant hurts his shoulder but Jackson scores 33 as the Grizzlies top the Pelicans 132-124

Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 33 points, Ja Morant scored 25 before leaving with what appeared to be a minor right shoulder injury, and the Memphis Grizzlies beat the slumping New Orlea...

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores 15 points off bench Kennard notched 15 points (4-9 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight assists and one steal across 25 minutes during Thursday's 155-126 win over Toronto.

Impact Kennard co-led the Grizzlies' bench in the scoring Thursday with Scotty Pippen, and the former finished second on Memphis in assists behind Ja Morant (nine). It was a solid bounce-back performance for Kennard, who had scored just four points over the two games prior to Thursday's contest. The 28-year-old southpaw guard is averaging 7.4 points, 2.9 assists and 2.2 rebounds over 19.8 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Drains five threes Thursday Kennard produced 15 points (5-10 FG, 5-7 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist and one steal across 24 minutes during Thursday's 144-93 win over Golden State.

Impact Memphis set a franchise record with 27 made three-pointers, and Kennard tied Santi Aldana for the team lead with five of them, setting a new personal season high in the process. Kennard missed four games earlier this month with an illness, but the 28-year-old wing has looked healthy in two contests since returning, scoring at least 12 points in each while going 8-for-11 from three-point range.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Anthony Davis scores 40 points, LeBron James has 18 in return to help Lakers beat Grizzlies, 116-110

Anthony Davis had 40 points and 16 rebounds, LeBron James added 18 points in his return and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Memphis Grizzlies 116-110 on Sunday night

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cleared to play for Friday Kennard (illness) is off the injury report for Friday's game against the Nets.

Impact Kennard is slated to return from a three-game absence due to an illness. Over his last 10 outings, the 28-year-old swingman has averaged 6.5 points, 2.5 rebounds and 2.1 assists across 19.4 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Memphis puts home win streak on the line against Brooklyn

Memphis enters a matchup with Brooklyn after winning six home games in a row

DECEMBER 12, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Absence streak continues Sunday Kennard (illness) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Wizards.

Impact Kennard will miss a third consecutive outing due to an illness, his next chance to suit up will come Friday against the Nets. With the sharpshooter sidelined, Jake LaRavia will likely see an uptick in playing time off the bench.

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Poole and Washington take on the Grizzlies in non-conference play

Washington and Memphis meet in non-conference action

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Boston faces Memphis, seeks 4th straight victory

Boston hosts Memphis looking to extend its three-game win streak

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS