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Blazers at 76ers: Game preview, prediction, time, TV channel, how to watchThe Blazers begin a three-game trip at Philadelphia.
Ish Wainright - Not playing SundayWainwright (calf) won't play Sunday against the 76ers.
ImpactWainwright will be out for a third straight game, but even when he's available, he's not expected to make a big impact off the bench. His next chance to play will come during the second half of a back-to-back set against the Raptors on Monday.
OCTOBER 28, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Trail Blazers' Scoot Henderson grounded by foul trouble after promising start to second outingThe rookie point guard came out hot against the Orlando Magic but is still learning how to avoid the foul trouble that broke his rhythm.
OCTOBER 28, 2023•OREGONLIVE.COM
Malcolm Brogdon - Logs another solid gameBrogdon notched 18 points (6-15 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 4-6 FT), seven rebounds and one assist in 31 minutes during Friday's 102-97 loss to Orlando.
ImpactWith Anfernee Simons (thumb) sidelined for 4-to-6 weeks, Brogdon's fantasy stock is bound to go up. He was excellent in the season opener, and his 31 minutes during Simons' absence is a clear indicator of increased opportunity. Typically, Shaedon Sharpe would be the first man off the bench, but that role is now in Brogdon's hands. After a cloudy initial outlook, Brogdon will be a solid waiver wire target for teams in need of backcourt support.
OCTOBER 28, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Deandre Ayton - Records double-double in lossAyton ended with 14 points (7-9 FG), 15 rebounds and one assist over 30 minutes during Friday's 102-97 loss to the Magic.
ImpactAyton found his shooting stroke after a tepid showing in the season opener. Ayton and Shaedon Sharpe had the most success against a solid Orlando defense, and the double-double was a relief to fantasy managers who invested in him with a high draft pick. The impact of Anfernee Simons' (thumb) injury is assuaged by a solid group of guards eager to make an impact, and they'll look to find a way to keep Ayton on the receiving end of assists in the interior.
OCTOBER 28, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Shaedon Sharpe - Posts 24 points in starting roleSharpe produced 24 points (9-23 FG, 4-11 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, two assists and two steals across 41 minutes during Friday's 102-97 loss to the Magic.
ImpactAnfernee Simons (thumb) will be out for over.a month, but the Trail Blazers have a lot of confidence in Sharpe, who distinguished himself with a standout rookie campaign. Even with a healthy backcourt, Sharpe was slated to be an integral part of a rebuild in the wake of Damian Lillard's departure. His usage will now exceed projections well into November.
OCTOBER 28, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Cole Anthony - Impressive night with second unitAnthony closed with 18 points (6-15 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 3-6 FT), four rebounds, two assists and one block over 28 minutes during Friday's 102-97 victory over the Trail Blazers.
ImpactAnthony now has two strong games under his belt, but the Magic seem intent on keeping the keys in Markelle Fultz's hands. Although accuracy has been a problem during his career, Anthony's numbers in the latter part of last season were trending up, and he's started off the year with a 51.9 percent conversion rate. Fultz and Jalen Suggs will continue to hinder Anthony's fantasy relevancy, but he's only an injury away from a huge usage boost.
OCTOBER 28, 2023•ROTOWIRE
