MARCH 5 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM
LUKE KENNARD #10 - SHOOTING GUARD - MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES
7.1 PPG •
2.5 RPG •
2.9 APG
7.1 PPG
2.5 RPG
2.9 APG
Luke Kennard Highlights | Brooklyn Nets vs. Memphis Grizzlies
MARCH 5 • YOUTUBE
Luke Kennard scores season-high 25 points, Grizzlies beat Nets 106-102 to end 5-game skid Luke Kennard scored a season-high 25 points and the Memphis Grizzlies snapped a five-game losing streak by beating the Brooklyn Nets 106-102
Enters starting five Kennard is starting Monday's game against the Nets.
Impact Kennard logged 28 minutes off the bench in Sunday's loss to Portland, and despite being held to five points, he'll get a shot with the starters Monday night. Jordan Goodwin, who had started three consecutive matchups for the Grizzlies entering the day, will serve in a bench role with Kennard elevating to the first unit.
MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE
Available for Saturday Kennard (illness) is available for Saturday's game versus Portland, Rob Fischer of Bally Sports Southeast reports.
Impact Kennard missed the past three games for Memphis, but he's finally healthy again and will give the Grizzlies a big lift with his perimeter shooting. With how many injuries the Grizzlies are dealing with, Kennard will likely have more touches and shots coming his way.
MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE
Gets questionable tag Kennard (illness) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus the Trail Blazers.
Impact Kennard is in danger of missing his third straight game due to an illness. He was originally deemed doubtful Friday before getting ruled out, so his questionable designation ahead of Memphis' matchup with Portland is a better sign. Still, final confirmation on his status is unlikely to come until closer to tipoff. Jordan Goodwin would again be a candidate to absorb some of Kennard's minutes if he ultimately gets ruled out.
MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE
Cool Honor for Former Duke Guard Luke Kennard There will soon be a “Luke Kennard Court” in Ohio to pay tribute to the Duke basketball product and seventh-year NBA sharpshooter.
MARCH 2 • SACBEE.COM
Cool Honor for Former Duke Guard Luke Kennard There will soon be a “Luke Kennard Court” in Ohio to pay tribute to the Duke basketball product and seventh-year NBA sharpshooter.
MARCH 2 • KANSASCITY.COM
Officially out Kennard (illness) will not play in Friday's tilt against the Trail Blazers.
Impact No surprise here, as Kennard was originally deemed doubtful for the contest. In his absence, Jordan Goodwin is a candidate to absorb some of his minutes. Kennard's next opportunity to suit up will come Saturday in a rematch with the Trail Blazers.
MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE
Doubtful for Friday Kennard (illness) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Impact It appears Kennard is on track to sit out his second straight game due to the illness, which should continue to benefit Jordan Goodwin. Check back for official confirmation on Kennard's status closer to Friday's tip.
FEBRUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play against Minnesota Kennard is out for Wednesday's game versus the Timberwolves due to an illness.
Impact Kennard's absence will leave the Grizzlies very thin in the backcourt, likely forcing Derrick Rose and Jordan Goodwin to receive extended minutes. Kennard's next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Portland.
FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE
Starting against Clippers Kennard will start Friday's game against the Clippers, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Impact Kennard was able to get healthy over the All-Star break, as he missed Memphis' previous game with a slight knee issue. There's no word of any restrictions ahead of tipoff. Kennard has been hot in February, averaging 11.8 points and 3.0 three-pointers on 48.9 percent from the field and 54.5 percent from beyond the arc.
FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE
Removed from injury report Kennard (knee) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Friday's matchup with the Clippers.
Impact Kennard missed the Grizzlies' final game heading into the break with a minor knee issue, but he'll be back in action Friday night, and he should get all the run he can handle. If you're looking for a low-end source of triples and dimes, Kennard could be your guy.
FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out for Thursday Kennard (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Bucks, Jonah Dylan of Memphis News reports.
Impact Derrick Rose (ankle) and Scotty Pippen (back) will join Kennard on the sidelines Thursday, so Memphis is going to be extremely thin at the guard spots tonight. If Jacob Gilyard isn't called up from the G League in time for Thursday's game, Jordan Goodwin might be getting all the run he can handle, and he's someone to consider as a dart throw in daily fantasy leagues.
FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE
Iffy for Thursday Kennard is listed as questionable for Thursday's game versus the Bucks due to left knee soreness.
Impact After playing 30 minutes against Houston, Kennard is in danger of missing the second leg of Memphis' back-to-back Thursday. With Derrick Rose (ankle) and Scottie Pippen (back) out and Jacob Gilyard in the G League, the Grizzlies could be left very thin at point guard.
FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE
Drops 19 in Wednesday's start Kennard posted 19 points (5-7 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 5-7 FT), two rebounds, two assists and one steal across 30 minutes during Wednesday's 121-113 win over the Rockets.
Impact Getting his second start in six February contests, Kennard tied his season scoring high while draining multiple threes for the 15th straight game. The 27-year-old guard is averaging 13.1 points, 3.7 assists, 3.3 threes and 2.9 boards over that stretch while shooting a blistering 51.5 percent from long distance, but he's also missed five games during that time due to illness and lower-body injuries. With the Grizzlies' backcourt in tatters due to injuries to Ja Morant (shoulder), Marcus Smart (finger), Desmond Bane (ankle) and others, Kennard should continue seeing significant minutes, either as part of the starting five or coming off the bench.
FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE
Starting Wednesday Kennard will be in the starting lineup for Wednesday's matchup with Houston, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Impact Scotty Pippen (back) is on the inactive list for Wednesday's game, so Kennard will replace him in the first unit and will be joined by John Konchar, Vince Williams, Jaren Jackson and Santi Aldama. If you need a cheap source of triples, Kennard could be your guy.
FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE
Leads from deep off bench in loss Kennard posted 12 points (4-10 FG, 4-9 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist over 29 minutes during Monday's 96-87 loss to the Pelicans.
Impact Kennard led all players in Monday's contest in threes made while ending as one of five Grizzlies players with a double-digit point total in a losing effort. Kennard has reached double figures off the bench in four straight games and in 18 contests this season while connecting on four or more threes in nine outings.
FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE
Reaches double figures in return Kennard provided 11 points (3-7 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT) and four assists over 24 minutes during Saturday's 115-106 loss to the Hornets.
Impact Kennard ended as one of three Grizzlies bench players with 10 or more points while connecting on a pair of threes and adding a quartet of assists in his return after missing the previous game due to a non-COVID illness. Kennard has provided a spark off the bench all season long, reaching double figures in scoring in nine of his last 10 games and in three straight outings.
FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE
Good to go Saturday Kennard (illness) isn't on the injury report for Saturday's game versus the Hornets.
Impact Kennard will return to action Saturday after missing Memphis' previous contest with a non-COVID illness. The 27-year-old guard is averaging 12.6 points, 4.2 assists and 3.0 rebounds in 24.6 minutes across his last five outings. Kennard will likely re-enter the starting lineup against Charlotte.
FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out for Thursday Kennard (illness) will not play in Thursday's game against the Bulls.
Impact Kennard was a late addition to the injury report and will get the night off to recover from his illness. He should be considered questionable for Saturday's game against the Bulls.
FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE
Likely to be out Thursday Kennard is expected to be out for Thursday's game against the Bulls, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.
Impact A decision has not been made regarding Kennard's status for this matchup, but all signs point to him being unavailable. The veteran shooter is hitting 48.6 percent from three-point range over his last 10 games.
FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE
Coming off bench Kennard will come off the bench for Tuesday's game against the Knicks.
Impact The Grizzlies will start John Konchar and Vince Williams on the wings for this contest. Kennard has played well over his last 10 appearances, averaging 13.3 points, 4.2 assists, 3.3 rebounds and 3.4 three-pointers.
FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE
Limited action as starter Kennard logged 11 points (4-8 FG, 3-5 3Pt), two rebounds and two assists across 25 minutes during Sunday's 131-91 loss to Boston.
Impact Kennard was back in the starting lineup Sunday after operating off the bench during his return from a three-game absence Friday. However, the sharpshooter was still limited to just 25 minutes. This was likely due to a combination of injury prevention and the blowout nature of the contest, as Kennard's 25 minutes were the second-fewest of the eight Grizzlies who saw action versus Boston. Before Kennard's injury, he started nine straight appearances, averaging 13.9 points, 4.6 assists and 3.6 rebounds in 29.4 minutes during that stretch.
FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Starting Sunday Kennard is in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against Boston.
Impact Kennard is joined by Jacob Gilyard in the backcourt on a night when Memphis will only carry eight healthy players. GG Jackson, David Roddy and Trey Jemison round out the starting five.
FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Eased back in with 18 minutes Kennard (knee) played 18 minutes and recorded six points (2-5 FG, 2-3 3Pt), two rebounds and two assists Friday in the Grizzlies' 121-101 loss to the Warriors.
Impact Though he had started in each of his last nine appearances, Kennard came off the bench Friday in his return from a three-game absence due to left knee soreness. Two-way player Jacob Gilyard ended up making a start out of the backcourt, but Kennard should eventually displace him on the top unit once he fully ramps back up from the recent absence. Kennard will likely have his minutes watched closely over the next came or two, but once he's free of restrictions, he should have a pathway to a meaningful role on a Grizzlies squad that's been decimated by injuries. Ja Morant (shoulder) is done for the season, and fellow guards Marcus Smart (finger) and Desmond Bane (ankle) appear unlikely to return to action until after the All-Star break.
FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE
