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Posts 11 points in starting role Henderson logged 11 points (4-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, five assists and two steals over 27 minutes during Wednesday's 106-98 win over the Timberwolves.

Impact Henderson logged his first start of the season with mixed results. It's difficult to break into the starting five with Anfernee Simons (illness) and Shaedon Sharpe playing at a high level, and Sharpe's 33 -point performance in the win clouds Henderson's outlook even further. Henderson was drafted as the presumptive heir to Damian Lillard's role last season, but first-unit minutes aren't coming his way.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Part of first unit Henderson will start Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Impact Henderson will fill in at point guard for Anfernee Simons (illness), marking the second-year guard's first start of the 2024-25 campaign. Through 12 games, Henderson is averaging 12.0 points, 4.6 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 1.0 steals across 25.4 minutes.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Strong showing off bench Friday Henderson finished Friday's 127-102 loss to the Timberwolves with 16 points (6-14 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one steal in 32 minutes.

Impact Henderson has been relatively inconsistent as a scoring weapon coming off the bench for the Blazers, failing to reach the 10-point mark in four of his 10 appearances. The nature of that role, especially in a rebuilding team, limits his upside considerably. During those 10 appearances, Henderson is averaging 12.5 points and 4.5 assists per game, although he's only shooting 40.9 percent from the field and 26.7 percent from deep.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Shooting woes in win Henderson racked up five points (2-6 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five assists, two rebounds and two steals over 25 minutes during Monday's 118-100 win over the Pelicans.

Impact Henderson struggled from the field Monday, though he did post five-plus assists for the sixth time this season. The 20-year-old has shot only 32.0 percent across the last three games, during which he also saw a slight decrease in playing time. Henderson has averaged 12.3 points, 4.9 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 0.8 steals while shooting 40.5 percent across 25.6 minutes per game over eight regular-season outings.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 18 in defeat Henderson ended with 18 points (5-12 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 7-8 FT), five assists and four rebounds across 28 minutes during Monday's 111-98 loss to the Kings.

Impact The second-year point guard finished as the club's second-leading scorer behind Deandre Ayton (20) in the low-scoring defeat. Henderson has produced a decent start to the year, and through four regular-season outings he has averaged 16.0 points, 5.5 assists, 3.5 rebounds and 0.8 steals across 28.8 minutes per game. The 20-year-old has come off the bench in four-straight contests behind Anfernee Simmons. However, if injury concerns arise in the backcourt, or if Simmons slides to the two-guard over Toumani Camara, Henderson is seemingly a candidate to join the starting lineup.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Leads team from bench Henderson registered 22 points (7-18 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 8-9 FT), four rebounds and four assists in 28 minutes during Wednesday's 139-104 loss to the Warriors.

Impact It was surprising to see Henderson on the bench to begin the game, but the team elected to start Anfernee Simons and Toumani Camara in the backcourt. The Trail Blazers made a huge investment with Henderson, and it seems unlikely that he'll be on the bench for long. Coming straight out of high school, Henderson is still developing, but Portland has a better chance at notching some wins with Henderson as a starter.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting opener Henderson isn't part of the Trail Blazers' starting lineup for Wednesday's regular-season opener against Golden State, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Impact Henderson's absence from the starting lineup comes as a little bit of a surprise, as the second-year guard was expected to start alongside Anfernee Simons in the Portland backcourt. However, the Trail Blazers' are opting to slide Simons to the point guard spot while Toumani Camara fills the two-spot. Despite his reserve status, Henderson should see 20-plus minutes against the Warriors. It's unclear if Henderson will come off the bench regularly or if his omission from the first unit was due to the matchup against Golden State.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Option picked up The Trail Blazers picked up Henderson's third-year team option Saturday, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

Impact No surprise here, as the No. 3 pick in last year's NBA Draft remains a pillar in Portland's plans going forward. However, he did struggle during his rookie campaign, shooting below 39 percent from the field and committing 3.4 turnovers per game. Still, the point guard flashed promising signs as the season progressed, averaging 18.9 points, 3.6 rebounds, 7.9 assists, 1.4 steals and 2.3 triples across the final 14 games of the regular season. He is expected to start alongside Anfernee Simons in the backcourt this season.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Friday Henderson is not in the starting lineup for Friday's preseason finale versus the Jazz, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Impact Portland is going with Anfernee Simons at point guard alongside Toumani Camara to complete its starting backcourt. Once the regular season tips off, Hendrson is expected to start at point, while Simons plays the two-guard.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Leads Portland to victory Henderson scored 23 points (10-14 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-3 FT) while adding five rebounds, six assists and two steals across 32 minutes in Wednesday's 111-100 preseason win over Ratiopharm...

Impact Henderson is locked in at the starting point guard role for the start of the 2024-25 season, though the injuries of Anfernee Simons (ankle) and Shaedon Sharpe (shoulder) have played a role in that, too. Regardless, Henderson has looked sharp in preseason and could be poised to have a breakout season, or at least, he should improve the numbers he delivered as a rookie in 2023-24, when he averaged 14.0 points, 5.4 assists and 3.1 rebounds per game while shooting a meager 38.5 percent from the field across 62 regular-season contests.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Strong performance Sunday Henderson delivered 17 points (5-13 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 6-8 FT), four rebounds, seven assists and two steals across 25 minutes in Sunday's 108-85 preseason win over the Kings.

Impact Henderson led the Trail Blazers in scoring, and even though his final shooting line wasn't encouraging, he still posted a solid all-around outing. Henderson will open the regular season as the Blazers' starting point guard, and a strong showing in the first few weeks of the campaign could boost his upside considerably due to Shaedon Sharpe's shoulder injury.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

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.

OCTOBER 12 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

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

Good to go Portland general manager Joe Cronin said Monday that Henderson (hip) will be a full go for training camp this week, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Impact Henderson missed the regular-season finale on April 14 with a minor hip issue, but it's widely believed that the franchise was just being cautious in a meaningless game. Entering his second NBA campaign, Henderson will have high expectations after showing some serious promise to end his rookie season. He ended up making 62 regular-season appearances with averages of 14.0 points, 5.4 assists, 3.1 rebounds, 1.4 triples and 0.8 steals across 28.5 minutes.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Trail Blazers' Scoot Henderson to represent franchise at Sunday's draft lottery The Blazers selected the rookie point guard with the No. 3 pick in last year's NBA draft.

MAY 7 • OREGONLIVE.COM

Trail Blazers News: Where Scoot Henderson Ranks Among All-Rookie Team Candidates The No. 3 draft pick had an uneven NBA start, but there's hope for him yet.

APRIL 27 • SI.COM

Out against Kings Henderson (hip) will not play in Portland's regular-season finale in Sacramento.

Impact With Portland out of playoff contention, Henderson's rookie season has come to an end. It was an up-and-down year for the No. 2 overall pick due to inefficiency and injuries. He will finish with averages of 14.0 points, 3.1 rebounds, 5.4 assists, 0.8 steals and 1.4 triples across 28.5 minutes in 62 games. The 20-year-old shot 38.5 percent from the field and 32.5 percent from beyond the arc.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Pours in 30 pooints during loss Henderson had 30 points (10-23 FG, 6-7 3Pt, 4-5 FT), five rebounds, seven assists, one block and one steal in 34 minutes during Friday's 116-107 loss to Houston.

Impact Although Portland's lost season is a disappointment, the team should be happy with Henderson's progression after naming him Damian Lillard's heir apparent. The team made a four-year, $44M investment in the rookie, and although injuries thwarted him at various points, he finished as one of the league's best freshmen.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Collects 12 assists in loss Henderson amassed 18 points (7-20 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 2-3 FT), three rebounds, 12 assists and two steals in 40 minutes during Thursday's 100-92 loss to the Warriors.

Impact Henderson is Portland's point guard of the future, and he's able to fully realize his potential amid absences from Anfernee Simons (knee) and Malcolm Brogdon (elbow). Portland has cash invested in Henderson as part of a youth-based rebuild with Henderson, Deandre Ayton and Simons as centerpieces. Portland had only eight players in the rotation Thursday, so the rookie's usage will be substantial as the season draws to a close.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Sets new high in dimes Henderson provided 19 points (7-18 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 3-3 FT), three rebounds, 15 assists and one steal across 41 minutes during Tuesday's 110-100 loss to New Orleans.

Impact The 15 assists were a career high for the rookie guard, who is having a strong finish to the season. Henderson has started 12 straight games, and over that stretch he's averaged 18.0 points, 7.6 assists, 3.5 boards, 2.0 threes and 1.3 steals while shooting a respectable 36.4 percent from beyond the arc. There are still some shooting concerns with the third overall pick in the 2023 Draft, but Henderson appears to be setting himself up to take a big leap forward in 2024-25.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 10 • YOUTUBE

Near double-double in defeat Henderson posted 15 points (3-13 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 6-6 FT), one rebound, eight assists and two steals across 36 minutes during Sunday's 124-107 loss to Boston.

Impact Henderson led all Portland starters in assists while connecting on a team-high-tying trio of threes and concluding as one of three players with 15 or more points in a near double-double outing. Henderson has distributed eight or more assists in 12 games this season, adding 15 or more points in 10 of those contests. He has now tallied at least 15 points in nine of his last 10 appearances.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Double-double in Charlotte Henderson notched 22 points (9-16 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 0-2 FT), one rebound, 10 assists and one steal across 37 minutes during Wednesday's 89-86 win over the Hornets.

Impact Matched up against Brandon Miller, the player taken one pick ahead of him in the 2023 NBA Draft, Henderson had one of the best games of his young career. The 20-year-old guard produced his sixth double-double of the season, and while starting nine straight games, Henderson has averaged 18.1 points, 6.8 assists, 3.9 boards, 1.9 threes and 1.3 steals.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Scoot Henderson outduels Brandon Miller as Trail Blazers beat Hornets 89-86 to snap 10-game skid Scoot Henderson had 22 points and 10 assists and the Portland Trail Blazers beat Brandon Miller and the Charlotte Hornets 89-86 in a matchup...

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