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Back to bench Murray James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento Sunday's preseason game against the Kings.

Impact With Deni Avdija away from the team for personal reasons and Anfernee Simons out due to minor ankle soreness, Murray and Toumani Camara started Friday's preseason-opening loss to the Clippers. Simons remains out Sunday, but Avdija is playing, so Murray moves to the bench, while Camara notably sticks in the starting lineup.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Not on injury report Avdija (personal) isn't listed on Portland's injury report for Sunday's preseason game against the Kings.

Impact Avdija missed Friday's preseason opener in Los Angeles due to personal reasons but will make his Trail Blazers debut Sunday. He's expected to start and play a critical role during his first season in Portland.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Sunday Thybulle (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's preseason matchup versus the Kings.

Impact Thybulle was also held out of Friday's preseason opener against the Clippers due to a knee injury, though his status is likely a precautionary measure ahead of the regular season. The 27-year-old is entering his second full season with Portland, and in his first year he averaged 5.4 points, 2.1 rebounds, 1.7 steals, 1.4 assists and 0.8 blocks across 22.9 minutes per game in 65 regular-season appearances. HIs next chance to play will be Friday versus the Jazz.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Simons (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's preseason matchup versus the Kings.

Impact The 25-year-old missed Friday's preseason game against the Clippers due to minor ankle soreness, though coach Chauncey Billups said Friday that Simons is fine, and he was likely only held out as a precautionary measure. The sharpshooter played in only 46 regular-season outings last season due to a laundry list of injuries including - but not limited to - right thumb surgery, left knee tendinitis and an ankle sprain. Simons has not played in 70 or more regular-season games since his second year in the 2019-20 campaign. His next chance to suit up will be Friday against the Jazz.

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OCTOBER 12 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Concerns Grow on Former No. 2 Overall Pick After Putrid Preseason Outing Blazers point guard Scoot Henderson looked out of his depth on Friday against the Clippers.

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Struggles with shot Friday Henderson scored 13 points (4-16 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 4-6 FT) while adding four rebounds and three assists in 30 minutes during Friday's 101-99 preseason loss to the Clippers.

Impact The third overall pick in the 2023 Draft also committed seven turnovers in a shaky start to his preseason. Henderson's rookie campaign didn't go as planned as he shot just 38.5 percent from the floor and 32.5 percent from beyond the arc, and while he finished the 2023-24 season by scoring in double digits in 16 straight games, the 20-year-old point guard's offense still appears to be a work in progress.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Just misses double-double in start Camara scored 19 points (5-9 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 7-8 Ft) while adding nine rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block in 31 minutes during Friday's 101-99 preseason loss to the Clip...

Impact The second-year forward saw a hefty workload in the Blazers' preseason opener with Deni Avdija (personal), Shaedon Sharpe (shoulder) and Anfernee Simons (ankle) all unavailable, and Camara took advantage of the opportunity to lead the team in points and boards. Despite the intriguing all-around performance, the 2023 second-round pick will be back on the second unit when the rest of the Portland roster is at full strength.

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Toumani Camara Highlights | Trail Blazers vs. LA Clippers | October 11, 2024

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Active at shootaround Friday Williams (hamstring) was a limited participant during Friday's practice and shootaround, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Impact Williams is dealing with a grade 1 left hamstring strain that he sustained during training camp and will be reevaluated before the start of the regular season. The 26-year-old and the club are aiming for a return to game action by Opening Night, and Williams' ability to run during practice bodes well for his status. While the big man may encounter setbacks due to the injury, it is promising that he's already back in practice as a limited participant.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted in shootaround Friday Sharpe (shoulder) was seen taking some shots during shootaround before Friday's preseason game against the Clippers, according to Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com.

Impact Even though seeing Sharpe without his shoulder in a sling is encouraging, that shouldn't affect his recovery timeline, and the promising guard is set to miss the first few weeks of the season.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Camara is in the starting lineup for Friday's preseason game versus the Kings, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Impact Camara will start in place of Anfernee Simons (ankle) on Friday. Camara made 49 regular-season starts last season but is expected to be one of Portland's primary bench options in 2024-25.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Friday Murray will enter the starting lineup for Friday's preseason game against the Clippers, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Impact Murray will enter the starting five with Anfernee Simons out due to minor ankle soreness. Murray made 29 regular-season starts last year, during which he averaged 9.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.5 combined steals plus blocks across 31.8 minutes per game.

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Won't play Friday Thybulle (knee) is out for Friday's preseason game versus the Clippers, Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan Portland reports.

Impact While the severity of Thybulle's knee injury is unclear, it will force him to at least sit out Friday's preseason contest. His next chance to suit up will be Sunday's preseason matchup with Sacramento.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Friday Simons has been ruled out of Friday's preseason matchup against the Clippers due to minor ankle soreness, Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan Portland reports.

Impact Coach Chauncey Billups said Friday that Simons is fine, and he is likely only being held out as a precautionary measure before the start of the season. The sharpshooter's next chance to feature will come Sunday versus the Kings, though it is likely the Trail Blazers won't push the 25-year-old too hard before the regular season.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Friday's preseason game Avdija (personal) will not play in Friday's preseason game against the Clippers.

Impact Avdija is missing Friday's contest in Los Angeles, the first of three preseason opportunities before the Blazers tip off the regular season at home vs. Golden State. His next chance to play would be Sunday evening against the Kings.

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