Rayan Rupert News, Rumors, Updates - Portland Trail Blazers

Big night from downtown Rupert recorded 14 points (5-9 FG, 4-7 3Pt), two rebounds, one block and one steal across 23 minutes off the bench during Friday's 137-114 loss to the Thunder.

Impact The 2023 second-round pick saw his biggest workload of the season as coach Chauncey Billups stuck with the hot hand from beyond the arc. Rupert had only 17 points combined in his four prior appearances, but he could see an uptick in minutes in the short term if Anfernee Simons (arm) is forced to miss any time after leaving Friday's contest midway through the fourth quarter after a hard fall following a dunk attempt.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Rayan Rupert needs time to develop: Trail Blazers season review, look ahead The rookie showed promise but remains extremely raw.

MAY 1 • OREGONLIVE.COM

Starting against Denver Rupert is in the starting lineup to face the Nuggets on Saturday, Aaron J. Fentress of The Oregonian reports.

Impact Rupert will get the starting nod with Anfernee Simons (knee) sidelined. This will be Rupert's first start of the campaign, and he'll join Scoot Henderson, Toumani Camara, Kris Murray and Duop Reath in the starting unit.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Satruday Rupert (ankle) is available for Saturday's game against the Pelicans.

Impact Although Rupert will be available, he's not a lock to see the floor with both Anfernee Simons and Scoot Henderson good to go for Saturday,

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Listed probable for Saturday Rupert is probable for Saturday's game against the Pelicans.

Impact Rupert continues to battle a minor right ankle sprain. Despite being cleared for action, Rupert hasn't appeared in either of Portland's last two games.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Thursday Rupert (ankle) is available for Thursday's game against New York.

Impact This is good news for Portland, as they will be without Anfernee Simons (knee) on Thursday. Through seven March appearances, Rupert has averaged 3.3 points, 2.1 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 13.3 minutes.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury report Rupert is probable for Thursday's game against New York due to right ankle soreness.

Impact Rupert was dealing with right ankle soreness prior to Wednesday's victory over Atlanta, but he did not take the court despite being cleared for action. The rookie appears firmly on track to be activated, but there is no guarantee he'll feature in Portland's rotation Thursday, even with Jerami Grant (hamstring) and Jabari Walker (hip) inactive.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Gets green light Rupert (ankle) will play in Wednesday's game against Atlanta.

Impact Rupert was initially deemed questionable for the contest but will suit up after dealing with right ankle soreness. With the Trail Blazers at full health on the wing, Rupert will likely be toward the back end of the rotation against the Hawks.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy with ankle soreness Rupert is questionable for Wednesday's game versus Atlanta with right ankle soreness.

Impact Rupert played just two minutes in his last taste of action, so his status is unlikely to impact the rotation much.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Logs garbage-time run Friday Rupert (ankle) generated five points (1-2 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and two assists across seven minutes Friday in the Trail Blazers' 122-92 win over the Grizzlies.

Impact Though he made his first appearance for the Trail Blazers since Jan. 29, Rupert wasn't a part of head coach Chauncey Billups' rotation, as he didn't check into the game until Portland held a 32-point lead with 7:14 remaining in the fourth quarter. Rupert, who recently missed time a right ankle sprain, could soon head to the G League's Rip City Remix to get more extended playing time.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Rupert (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game versus Miami.

Impact Rupert has yet to see the floor in February, and he's been held to single-digit minutes in his last three appearances.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Tuesday Rupert (ankle) is expected to play Tuesday against the Heat.

Impact Rupert has missed his team's last three games while dealing with a right ankle sprain, but he's on track to return Tuesday evening. He hasn't been much of a factor for the Blazers so far this season, averaging 2.6 points and 1.3 rebounds in 7.4 minutes (16 appearances). Expect confirmation on Rupert's availability closer to tipoff.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Sunday Rupert (ankle) will not play Sunday against the Hornets.

Impact The rookie guard will sit out for a third straight game, and he currently doesn't have a timetable for a return.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Friday Rupert (ankle) won't play in Friday's game versus the Nuggets.

Impact Rupert will miss his second straight contest Friday due to a right ankle sprain. The rookie guard's next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Charlotte.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive Thursday Rupert won't play in Thursday's game against the Timberwolves due to a sprained right ankle.

Impact Rupert will be unable to suit up for the Trail Blazers' final game before the All-Star break. Considering he's suited up in just three of Portland's last 14 games, his absence should have minimal impact on the team's rotation

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled to NBA Portland recalled Rupert from the G League's Rip City Remix on Wednesday.

Impact Rupert hasn't appeared in an NBA contest since Jan. 29 and has made just three appearances for Portland since Jan. 14. Even if he's available for Thursday's matchup versus Minnesota, which is the Trail Blazers' final contest before the All-Star break, Rupert's presence shouldn't impact fantasy hoops.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled to Portland Portland recalled Rupert from the G League's Rip City Remix on Saturday.

Impact Rupert averaged 4.6 points and 2.5 rebounds in 10.4 minutes of action during eight appearances with the Trail Blazers in January. The 19-year-old has compiled 119 total minutes across 16 appearances with Portland this season.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Rayan Rupert Highlights (11 PTS) | Trail Blazers vs. Suns | Jan. 14

JANUARY 15 • YOUTUBE

Returns to NBA The Trail Blazers recalled Rupert from the G League's Rip City Remix on Friday.

Impact Rupert will be available for Friday's game versus the Mavericks. However, the rookie guard is averaging just 4.5 minutes across his eight NBA appearances this season.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled by parent club The Trail Blazers recalled Rupert from the G League's Rip City Remix on Friday.

Impact Rupert was sent to the G League on Tuesday and played 26 minutes against Stockton on Thursday. He hasn't been part of Portland's rotation this year and is unlikely to see much playing time with the parent club.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled to NBA club Portland recalled Rupert from the G League's Rip City Remix on Friday.

Impact Rupert has been recalled following the G League's Winter Showcase. He's been solid in the G League this season, averaging 13.7 points while shooting 44.3 percent from deep across 15 appearances, but he was a non-factor during the Showcase and is unlikely to play meaningful minutes with the NBA club.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back with Portland The Trail Blazers recalled Rupert from the G League's Rip City Remix on Friday.

Impact A day after being sent to the G League, Rupert will rejoin the parent club. Over seven appearances with the Trail Blazers this year, he's averaged just 0.7 points in 4.4 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled to NBA Portland recalled Rupert from the G League's Rip City Remix on Tuesday.

Impact Rupert, Moses Brown and Kris Murray were all sent back to the NBA club after playing in Rip City's 107-103 win over Ontario on Monday. They'll all be available for Portland's matchup in Phoenix on Tuesday, but it's unlikely they'll play significant minutes, barring a blowout.

NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled from G League Portland recalled Rupert from the G League on Tuesday.

Impact Rupert has played a total of seven minutes through two appearances with Portland this season.

NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled by Blazers Rupert was recalled from the G League's Rip City Remix on Saturday.

Impact Rupert put together a solid showing in his 2023-24 G League debut Friday night, and he figures to be available if needed for Sunday's matchup against the Lakers. He's played in two NBA games so far this season, but he's attempted only one shot over seven minutes.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

RAYAN RUPERT NEWS

NEWS

BIO

STATS

VIDEOS

GAME LOG

INJURIES