Scoot Henderson News, Rumors, Updates - Portland Trail Blazers

Scores 15 with 16 shots Henderson ended Wednesday's 120-106 loss to Atlanta with 15 points (6-16 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds, six assists and two steals across 32 minutes.

Impact Henderson didn't have his best shooting performance Wednesday, and just like the rest of the Trail Blazers offense, he struggled in yet another loss. Henderson has now scored in double figures in eight games in a row and seems to be adjusting better to the pace of the NBA, but he won't go far in fantasy -- especially category-based leagues -- if he continues to shoot under 40 percent from the field. He's making just 39.7 percent of his shots during that eight-game span.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Posts 15 points in loss to HOU Henderson amassed 15 points (6-14 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and four assists across 25 minutes during Monday's 110-92 loss to Houston.

Impact The Trail Blazers are dealing with a rash of injuries in the backcourt, and that should allow Henderson to remain in a starting role for the time being, although the fact that the team is not playing for anything except a high pick in the 2024 NBA Draft should boost his chances of seeing extended minutes. Henderson has been doing a good job of late since he's averaging 18.6 points, 6.0 assists and 3.6 rebounds per game over his last five appearances, but the efficiency continues to be an issue, as he's shooting 39.3 percent from the field in that span.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Posts 22 points in defeat Henderson racked up 22 points (9-20 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, six assists and two steals in 28 minutes during Saturday's 114-111 loss to the Nuggets.

Impact Absorbing Anfernee Simons' (knee) output is no easy task, but Henderson proved his worth in the narrow loss. Now that the rookie is fully healthy, Henderson will have a firm hold of the starting role at point guard regardless of how the injury situation shakes down moving forward. The Blazers plan on making Henderson their floor general of the future, and they are unlikely to give Malcom Brogdon (elbow) the role upon his return.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles in loss to LAC Henderson supplied 24 points (8-18 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 5-5 FT), four rebounds, 10 assists and two steals across 35 minutes during Friday's 125-117 loss to the Clippers.

Impact Henderson has had a rough rookie season, or at least much more complicated when comparing his numbers to the ones of other top rookies such as Victor Wembanyama and Brandon Miller. However, this was one of his best displays of the entire campaign. Henderson seems to be finding his groove of late, and he has scored in double digits in all but one of his last eight outings since returning from an adductor injury in early March. He's averaging 13.4 points, 5.5 assists and 3.5 rebounds per game in that stretch.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Paces squad in scoring Wednesday Henderson ended with 18 points (6-15 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-6 FT), two rebounds, five assists and two steals in 35 minutes during Wednesday's 116-103 loss to the Clippers.

Impact Henderson didn't post a particularly impressive shooting line, but he still managed to lead the Blazers in scoring while finishing second on the squad in assists. The rookie guard also logged a team-high 35 minutes, providing further evidence that he's past the adductor injury that caused him to miss eight straight games between late February and early March. This was Henderson's highest scoring effort since his return from that issue.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Solid numbers against Bulls Henderson recorded 14 points (4-17 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT), six rebounds, five assists and one steal over 30 minutes during Monday's 110-107 loss to Chicago.

Impact The rookie guard is beginning to show a little consistency. Over six games (three starts) since returning from an adductor strain, Henderson has scored in double digits five times, averaging 10.8 points, 4.8 assists, 3.8 boards and 1.0 steals in 26.0 minutes a contest, although his 34.3 percent shooting from the floor and 18.2 percent shooting from beyond the arc still need a lot of work.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Will start with no restrictions Henderson will start Monday's game against the Bulls and won't face any restrictions, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Impact Henderson will start for the third time over Portland's last five games. Across his last five appearances, the rookie point guard has averaged 10.2 points, 4.8 assists, 3.4 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 25.2 minutes per game, but he should eclipse 30 minutes versus the Bulls.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Remains on minutes restriction Henderson is on a minutes restriction for Saturday's game versus the Pelicans, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Impact Henderson is expected to make his second straight Saturday but will remain on a minutes restriction. The rookie guard should play a comparable amount to the 26 minutes he logged against the Knicks.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Productive in starting role Henderson ended with 12 points (4-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), seven rebounds, six assists and one steal over 26 minutes during Thursday's 105-93 loss to the Knicks.

Impact Henderson got the starting nod since Anfernee Simons (knee) was ruled out, and he delivered a decent performance, though the shooting woes continue to plague the rookie. Henderson is now shooting just 39.3 percent from the field, as well as 31 percent from three-point range, over his last 10 games.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Knicks Henderson will start Thursday's game against the Knicks, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Impact Anfernee Simons (knee) is taking the night off, but coach Chauncey Billups expects him back for Saturday's game against the Pelicans. As a starter this season, Henderson holds averages of 13.6 points, 5.6 assists, 3.5 rebounds and 1.3 three-pointers.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles badly despite win Henderson registered two points (1-8 FG, 0-4 3Pt), one rebound, three assists and one steal across 17 minutes during Wednesday's 106-102 win over the Hawks.

Impact The Trail Blazers came out on top Wednesday, but Henderson had another woeful performance, and the rookie continues to alternate good performances with some really poor ones. The play of other rookies from this class has done nothing but single out Henderson's struggles even more, and it's safe to say he hasn't lived up to his status of being the third overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. He's averaging 13.0 points and 4.8 assists, though shooting a mere 37.5 percent from the field, since the beginning of January, a span in which he's also missed 10 games due to injuries.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Under minutes limit, won't start Henderson will be under a minutes restriction and will come off the bench Wednesday against the Hawks, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Impact Henderson will be limited for the opening leg of Portland's back-to-back set and will be replaced by Dalano Banton in the starting lineup. While it's unclear exactly how many minutes Henderson will see Wednesday, it's likely that he'll end up in the mid-20s.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Eight dimes in Monday's start Henderson totaled 13 points (5-12 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds and eight assists across 33 minutes during Monday's 121-99 loss to Boston.

Impact Making just his second start since Jan. 14, Henderson led the Blazers in assists, although he also led the team with five turnovers. The third overall pick in the 2023 has had a bumpy rookie campaign due to injuries, but when he's been on the court of late he's been productive. He's scored in double digits in eight straight contests dating back to Jan. 29, averaging 17.0 points, 5.6 assists, 3.0 boards and 1.5 threes over that stretch.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Unrestricted Monday Henderson (adductor) will not have a minute restriction in Monday's game against Boston, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Impact Henderson posted 13 points and five assists in 26 minutes during his return to action in Saturday's win over Toronto. The rookie can be expected to build on that usage Monday. Henderson averaged 17.6 points, 3.0 rebounds and 5.6 assists in 31.4 minutes across five appearances prior to a multi-week absence due to his adductor injury.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to action with 13 points Henderson closed Saturday's 128-118 overtime win over Toronto with 13 points (5-12 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound, five assists and one steal over 26 minutes.

Impact Henderson returned after an eight-game absence and showed no ill effects from the thigh injury that sidelined him. The rookie began the season branded as Portland's point guard of the future, and although the season hasn't worked out as planned, it makes sense for for the team to give Henderson every opportunity to prove his worth. A promotion back to the starting lineup could be imminent, but Delano Banton's recent string of successful games may delay that move.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Henderson (thigh) will come off the bench for Saturday's game against the Raptors, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Impact Henderson missed the past eight games for Portland, and while there are no restrictions reported, it's likely that the Trail Blazers will ease him back into things. In his last four appearances before his injury, Henderson averaged 18.3 points, 6.0 assists, 3.8 rebounds and 1.5 three-pointers.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Probable Saturday Henderson (thigh) has been given a probable designation for Saturday's game against the Raptors.

Impact Although he has not officially been cleared, Henderson appears on track to return from an eight-game absence. Should he indeed get the green light, the rookie would likely be facing some type of minutes limit given his length of time on the sidelines. More clarity on his status should come closer to tipoff.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Friday Henderson (thigh) will not play in Friday's game against the Rockets, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Impact Henderson was considered doubtful before this update, and he'll now miss his eighth straight contest. Henderson previously expressed some optimism about returning Saturday versus the Raptors, so his fantasy managers may have him back in their lineups soon.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Friday Henderson (thigh) is doubtful to play Friday against the Rockets.

Impact Henderson is expected to return this weekend, but it sounds like it'll be Saturday and not Friday. Anfernee Simons, Kris Murray and Ashton Haggans will continue to pick up the slack in his absence.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Targeting weekend for return Henderson (thigh) is progressing in his recovery and is hopeful to return to action this weekend, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Impact Henderson has already been ruled out for Wednesday's contest due to a left thigh strain, marking his seventh straight absence. While the rookie guard's next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Houston, he could operate under a minutes restriction early on.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Out again for Wednesday Henderson (thigh) will not play in Wednesday's game against the Thunder.

Impact This will be the seventh game in a row on the shelf for Henderson, and his timetable remains murky at best. Given Portland's place in the standings, they are not in a position to rush him back to the floor. Henderson's next chance to play will be Friday against Houston.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Trail Blazers' Chauncey Billups: Scoot Henderson likely to miss next week with injury Trail Blazers rookie Scoot Henderson will likely miss the next three games due to a left adductor strain.

FEBRUARY 28 • USATODAY.COM

Will miss next three games Coach Chauncey Billups said Tuesday that Henderson (adductor) won't play in Portland's upcoming three-game road trip, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Impact Henderson has already been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Miami, marking his third straight absence. However, the rookie guard is now expected to be sidelined at least until March 4 against Minnesota. Ashton Hagans, Kris Murray and Shaedon Sharpe should continue to receive increased minutes in Henderson's absence.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Henderson (adductor) will not play Tuesday against Miami.

Impact Henderson will miss his third consecutive game due to a left adductor strain, although further testing ruled out a long-term absence for the rookie. Nonetheless, missing Portland's first three games following the All-Star break is a discouraging development, and his next opportunity to take the court comes Friday versus Memphis.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Henderson (thigh) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Hornets.

Impact Henderson was healthy before the All-Star break, so chances are this injury happened during the break, and his absence Sunday represents the second consecutive game he'll miss. Henderson's next chance to play will come against the Heat on Tuesday. The injury comes at an unfortunate time for the rookie, as he was averaging 18.3 points per game over his previous six appearances before suffering the injury.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

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