LUKE KENNARD NEWS

Will remain out Tuesday Kennard (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Pelicans.

Impact Kennard hasn't played since Nov. 14. He was expected to return by the end of December, but it's unclear if that's still the expectation. His next chance to suit up will come Thursday in Denver.

DECEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Saturday Kennard (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Atlanta.

Impact Kennard will be unavailable for a 17th consecutive game due to a bone bruise in his left knee. He was expected to return by the end of December, but he's running out of time, and there hasn't been a recent indication that he's returned to practice.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain out Thursday Kennard (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Pacers.

Impact Kennard is slated to miss a 16th straight game due to a bone bruise in his left knee. He's expected to be available by the end of December, but there haven't been any recent reports about a return to practice.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Kennard (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Pelicans.

Impact Kennard will miss a 15th straight game due to a bone bruise in his left knee. The sharpshooter was reported expected to return by the end of December, but there hasn't been a substantial update since early December. The good news for Memphis is that Ja Morant (suspension) will play Tuesday for the first time this season, while Marcus Smart (foot) is closing in on a return as well.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Kennard (knee) is out for Monday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Kennard will miss a 14th consecutive game due to a bone bruise in his left knee. It has been two weeks since Kennard was given a 2-to-3-week timetable for return, but he remains unavailable. When Kennard can return, it will likely be in a smaller role than he saw early in the season since Ja Morant (suspension) and Marcus Smart (foot) are likely returning soon.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

2-3 weeks from returning Kennard is expected to return in 2-3 weeks as he overcomes a bone bruise in his left knee, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact Kennard has missed the Grizzlies past eight contests after suffering the bone bruise during a loss to the Lakers on Nov.14. The 27-year-old will miss Memphis' next five games if he returns on the early end of his expected timeline, which approximately aligns him with Ja Morant's return from suspension. A limited workload of Derrick Rose (ankle) and 10-day signee Jaylen Nowell have joined Desmond Bane in supporting Memphis' backcourt of late, but the eventual return of Kennard will be a huge factor in improving the Grizzlies' 33.2 percent three-point shooting as a team, which ranks last in the league.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for multi-week absence Kennard (knee) will be reevaluated in two weeks as he continues to recover from a bone bruise in his left knee.

Impact Kennard has missed Memphis' last two games, and he will now miss the next six contests, at minimum. Subtracting Kennard's shooting will be a tough blow to a beleaguered Memphis offense, and Desmond Bane is already logging a career-high 34.8 minutes per game. Jacob Gilyard and John Konchar will likely continue filling the void, especially with Marcus Smart (ankle) sidelined as well.

NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Sunday Kennard (knee) will not play Sunday against Boston.

Impact Kennard will miss his second consecutive game due to a left knee injury. His next opportunity to suit up will be Wednesday against Houston, but Memphis will be extremely shorthanded without him in the meantime. John Konchar and David Roddy will be tasked with additional usage.

NOVEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Kennard (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Kennard left Tuesday's game due to a left knee injury and will miss at least one additional contest, though it's possible he remains sidelined for the second half of Memphis' back-to-back set versus Boston on Sunday. Marcus Smart (foot) also joins the Grizzlies' long injury list, but Derrick Rose (knee) could make his first appearance since Oct. 30. Jacob Gilyard, John Konchar, Ziaire Williams and David Roddy are also candidates for increased roles.

NOVEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed day-to-day Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins said Thursday that Kennard (knee) is considered day-to-day moving forward, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Impact Kennard left Tuesday's game versus the Lakers early due to a left knee injury but doesn't appear to be dealing with a long-term issue. If he's unable to suit up against the Spurs on Sunday, Jacob Gilyard should continue to receive extended minutes.

NOVEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to return Tuesday Kennard is doubtful for the remainder of Tuesday's game versus the Lakers due to left knee soreness.

Impact Kennard tallied zero points and three rebounds in six minutes before exiting Tuesday's game. With Marcus Smart (ankle) already ruled out, Jacob Gilyard will likely receive a heavy workload against the Lakers.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient night off the bench Kennard had 13 points (4-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and two assists over 24 minutes in Sunday's 105-101 win over the Clippers.

Impact Kennard has now scored in double-digits in four straight contests and has played at least 20-plus minutes off the bench since the beginning of November. He'll continue to serve as the first guard off the bench in relief of Marcus Smart and Jacob Gilyard.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 13 points off bench Kennard chipped in 13 points (4-7 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, three assists and one steal across 27 minutes during Wednesday's 108-102 loss to the Heat.

Impact Kennard made his presence felt off the bench once more, scoring in double digits and draining multiple three-point shots for the second game in a row. Given he is deployed as a bench player, his fantasy upside will be exclusively tied to what he can do as a shooter, but even in that scenario, he should be an asset, particularly for managers who need an offensive punch and a boost in three-point numbers in deeper category-based leagues.

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report Kennard is no longer on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's game against the Jazz.

Impact A concussion kept Kennard on the shelf for three straight games, but he's officially available to return. Kennard was terrific down the stretch of the 2022-23 season, and the Grizzlies will be hoping he can find that form quickly to snap their losing streak.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report Kennard is no longer on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's game against the Jazz.

Impact A concussion kept Kennard on the shelf for three straight games, but he's officially available to return. Kennard was terrific down the stretch of the 2022-23 season, and the Grizzlies will hope he can find that form quickly to snap their losing streak.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Monday Kennard (concussion) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Dallas.

Impact Kennard will be unavailable for a third consecutive game due to a concussion, but coach Taylor Jenkins said last week that he doesn't expect the shooting guard to have a long-term absence. Kennard's next opportunity to suit up will be Wednesday against Utah.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss at least two games Kennard (concussion) will miss Friday's home game against Denver and Saturday's contest in Washington, but coach Taylor Jenkins said the shooting guard's absence won't be long term...

Impact Kennard played 15 minutes in the Grizzlies' regular-season opener Wednesday, but he'll now miss back-to-back games while in the league's concussion protocol. In Kennard's absence, Derrick Rose, Jake LaRavia and John Konchar are candidates for increased roles.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Kennard has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Nuggets due to the league's concussion protocol.

Impact Kennard played 15 minutes in Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Pelicans and totaled three points, two rebounds and two assists. However, he'll be unavailable for at least one game due to the league's concussion protocol. Given the nature of his absence, it wouldn't be surprising to see him unavailable Saturday against the Wizards as well, although his status for the second half of the back-to-back set hasn't yet been determined. Derrick Rose and John Konchar could see an uptick in playing time Friday.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers Notes: X Factors, Luke Kennard, Top 2023 Point Guard Free Agents A busy day of LA conversation.

APRIL 28, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Luke Kennard's status for Game 6 and how Grizzlies plan to use Dillon Brooks vs Lakers The Memphis Grizzlies are hoping to have Luke Kennard in Game 6 against the Los Angeles Lakers, but they are preparing for all scenarios.

APRIL 28, 2023 • COMMERCIALAPPEAL.COM

Luke Kennard over Dillon Brooks? Grizzlies might have found an answer vs. Lakers The Grizzlies made a switch that worked in Game 5. Now they have to see if Kennard will be available after suffering an injury.

APRIL 27, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Here what's Luke Kennard said about his shoulder injury, status for Game 6 vs Lakers The Memphis Grizzlies will learn more on Luke Kennard's shoulder and his status as he undergoes evaluation.

APRIL 27, 2023 • COMMERCIALAPPEAL.COM

Memphis Grizzlies' Luke Kennard injures shoulder vs. Lakers, doubtful to return in Game 5 Memphis Grizzlies guard Luke Kennard left Wednesday's Game 5 vs. the Los Angeles Lakers with a shoulder injury. His return is doubtful.

APRIL 27, 2023 • COMMERCIALAPPEAL.COM

Doubtful to return Kennard is doubtful to return to Wednesday's Game 5 versus the Lakers with a left shoulder injury.

Impact Kennard is unlikely to return to Wednesday's game after sustaining a left shoulder injury. If he's unable to return, John Konchar and David Roddy could each see more action.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

LeBron, Lakers back in playoffs against Ja Morant, Grizzlies

LeBron James is ready to be back in the postseason after his Lakers missed last year's playoffs and were bounced in six games in 2021

APRIL 15, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS