SANTI ALDAMA NEWS

Out Tuesday Aldama (knee) is out for Tuesday's Game 2 against the Timberwolves.

Impact Aldama will miss a second straight game. Even when available, it's unlikely he'll make an impact in the postseason.

APRIL 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Game 2 Aldama is listed as questionable for Tuesday's Game 2 against Minnesota due to a sore right knee.

Impact Aldama could be trending toward game-time call status for Game 2, but he won't be a part of the Grizzlies' regular playoff rotation, so ultimately whether or not he's cleared won't have any fantasy ramifications.

APRIL 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Notches first career double-double Aldama totaled 20 points (7-16 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists and two steals over 31 minutes during Sunday's 139-110 loss to the Celtics.

Impact Aldama was sidelined for Saturday's game due to an illness, but he returned to action Sunday and saw an increased role with the Grizzlies resting several key players. The rookie big man made the most of his increased opportunity by notching career highs in points, rebounds, assists and blocks en route to his first career double-double. Aldama made 32 appearances during his first NBA campaign and averaged 4.1 points and 2.7 rebounds in 11.3 minutes.

APRIL 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics finish 2nd in East with 139-110 win over Grizzlies

Jayson Tatum scored 31 points, Jaylen Brown added 18 and the Boston Celtics secured the second seed in the East with a 139-110 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday night in...

APRIL 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cleared to play Aldama (illness) has been cleared to play Sunday against the Celtics.

Impact The Grizzlies are resting several players Sunday, so Aldama will likely be set for a tangible bump in minutes off the bench. In the three games this season in which he's played at least 20 minutes, Aldama is averaging 12.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.0 blocks (23.0 MPG).

APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Likely available Sunday Aldama (illness) is probable for Sunday's game against the Celtics.

Impact Aldama was sidelined for Saturday's game due to an illness, but he's expected to be available Sunday. While he's not normally a part of the rotation, the Grizzlies are resting the majority of their regulars, so the rookie may see extended playing time against Boston.

APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Memphis takes home win streak into matchup with Boston

Memphis is looking to prolong its 10-game home win streak with a victory over Boston

APRIL 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Unavailable Saturday Aldama (illness) is out Saturday against New Orleans.

Impact Aldama was a late addition to Saturday's injury report due to a non-COVID illness, and he'll be unable to play in the penultimate game of the regular season. His absence shouldn't impact the Grizzlies' rotation much.

APRIL 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Saturday Aldama is questionable for Saturday's game against the Pelicans due to an illness.

Impact Aldama is a late addition to the injury report. That said, the rotation shouldn't be affected much if he sits out.

APRIL 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Drops 26 in win Aldama produced 26 points (11-24 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist, two steals and two blocks in Saturday's 126-111 loss to Birmingham.

Impact Aldama led the team in scoring and rebounds en route to his eighth double-double in the half. The big man is averaging 22.6 points, 9.3 rebounds and 2.4 assists in 29.8 minutes through 16 games.

APRIL 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled to NBA club Aldama was recalled to the Grizzlies on Wednesday.

Impact Aldama totaled 36 points (11-22 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 9-11 FT), 11 rebounds, two steals and one block in 33 minutes during Monday's G League loss. He's made 29 appearances at the NBA level this season and is averaging 3.2 points and 2.3 rebounds in 10.3 minutes per game.

MARCH 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records another double-double Aldama totaled 28 points (12-17 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-5 FT), 11 rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block in Monday's 128-126 win over Rio Grande.

Impact Aldama recorded his fifth double-double this half while leading the team in rebounds and scoring the second most points. The rookie had one of his better shooting performances as well, hitting over 70% for just the second time.

MARCH 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Headed to G League Aldama was assigned to the Memphis Hustle on Monday.

Impact Aldama was active for Saturday's game against the Hornets in spite of his foot injury, but he didn't see any playing time. He should be available for Monday's G League game against the Oklahoma City Blue but is expected to be recalled by the Grizzlies afterward.

FEBRUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Saturday Aldama (foot) is available Saturday against the Hornets.

Impact Despite being active, it's unlikely Aldama will see significant minutes. He's only a factor in the rotation when the Grizzlies' frontcourt is depleted.

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte hosts Memphis on 5-game home skid

Charlotte will try to break its five-game home skid when the Hornets face Memphis

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Questionable Saturday Aldama (foot) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Hornets.

Impact Aldama has missed the last two games due to right foot soreness. His status shouldn't impact the Grizzlies' rotation.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Thursday Aldama (foot) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Aldama will be unavailable for a second straight game due to right foot soreness. His absence won't impact the rotation.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Morant, Memphis set for matchup against Detroit

Ja Morant leads Memphis into a matchup with Detroit averaging 26.5 points per game

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dealing with foot soreness Aldama is unavailable for Tuesday's game against the Clippers due to right foot soreness.

Impact Aldama has played sparingly for the Grizzlies over the past couple weeks, so his absence won't affect the rotation.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores five points off bench Aldama had five points (2-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT), one assist and one block over 13 minutes during Sunday's 104-91 loss to the Mavericks.

Impact Aldama has appeared in two of the Grizzlies last three contests and has totaled 11 points, three rebounds, one assist and one block in 26 minutes during those games. Even with Brandon Clarke (back) out of the lineup, Aldama doesn't provide enough production to be worth fantasy consideration.

JANUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Morant scores 30, Grizzlies beat Spurs for 4th straight win

Ja Morant had 30 points, eight assists and six rebounds, leading the Memphis Grizzlies to a 118-105 victory over the San Antonio Spurs

JANUARY 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

San Antonio visits Memphis following Morant's 41-point showing

Memphis hosts the San Antonio Spurs after Ja Morant scored 41 points in the Grizzlies' 104-99 win over the Los Angeles Lakers

DECEMBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bane and the Grizzlies host conference foe Los Angeles

Memphis plays Los Angeles in a matchup of Western Conference teams

DECEMBER 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS