SIMONE FONTECCHIO NEWS

Comes off bench for 20 points Fontecchio provided 20 points (8-18 FG, 4-11 3Pt), nine rebounds and two assists in 31 minutes during Sunday's 128-117 loss to the Lakers.

Impact Fontecchio was in a good rhythm between the second and third quarters, going 6-of-11 from the field over that stretch for 16 points, adding three rebounds and an assist. The rookie forward was unable to finish strong, however, knocking down just one of four field-goal attempts in the final period while missing all three of his attempts from downtown as the Jazz fell to the Lakers in their regular season finale. Fontecchio played 31 minutes off the bench and finished third on the team in scoring with 20 points to go along with nine rebounds, which trailed only Kris Dunn for the team lead.

APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Reaches double digits Fontecchio logged 12 points (5-13 FG, 2-8 3Pt), four rebounds, one assist and one steal in 31 minutes during Friday's 122-114 loss to the Celtics.

Impact Fontecchio's scoring is wildly unreliable, but this was a fine performance from the 27-year-old rookie. He's started five of his past six appearances, averaging 10.7 points on 37/33/100 shooting, 1.8 rebounds and 1.3 assists. Fontecchio is seeing extra time on the floor due to absences from Lauri Markkanen (hand) and Rudy Gay (back).

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Produces little in return Fontecchio had four points (2-6 FG, 0-3 3Pt) and one assist across 17 minutes during Wednesday's 128-117 win over San Antonio.

Impact Fontecchio returned to the starting lineup after missing last game (toe) and because Lauri Markkanen (hand) sat out. He ended up playing just under 17 minutes and contributed very little Wednesday night. Other than a couple standout performances during the month of March, the rookie out of Italy garners little fantasy value right now.

MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Erupts for 26 points Fontecchio ended with 26 points (9-16 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT) and two rebounds in 25 minutes during Friday's 144-116 loss to the Bucks.

Impact Lauri Markkanen missed Friday's game with a hand contusion, and it was Fontecchio who stepped up the most for Utah. However, the score became pretty lopsided quickly, and not a single player for the Jazz played more than 26 minutes. With Markkanen and Jordan Clarkson (finger) banged up, Fontecchio could make some noise in the final couple weeks of the season.

MARCH 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Fontecchio is in the starting five for Friday's game versus the Bucks.

Impact Fontecchio will replace Lauri Markkanen (hand) in the starting five Friday. Fontecchio is averaging 9.0 points, 2.0 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 31.0 minutes across his previous two starts.

MARCH 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Fontecchio will not start in Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Impact Fontecchio drew a spot start Monday in place of Lauri Markkanen (back) and scored 12 points over 33 minutes. However, he will return to his typical bench role with Markkanen back in action. In his last five appearances with the reserves, Fontecchio has averaged 12.4 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.0 steals across 19.4 minutes.

MARCH 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 12 in spot start Fontecchio closed Monday's 128-120 victory over the Kings with 12 points (4-13 FG, 4-10 3Pt), three assists and one rebound in 33 minutes.

Impact Fontecchio picked up his second start of the season Monday, taking on elevated minutes as a replacement at small forward for the injured Lauri Markkanen (back). The rookie proved to be a useful option for those that streamed him for three-pointers, but he brought little else to the table and actively harmed managers' field-goal percentage. Despite the somewhat underwhelming line Monday, Fontecchio should be in store for another start if Markkanen remains sidelined again Wednesday versus the Trail Blazers.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Monday Fontecchio will start Monday versus the Kings with Lauri Markkanen (back) unavailable, Eric Walden of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Fontecchio recently had a 23-point game over 30 minutes, so he's certainly someone to consider as a streamer given the opportunity he'll see in a starting role. Joining him in the first unit will be Talen Horton-Tucker, Ochai Agbaji, Kelly Olynyk and Walker Kessler.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hits for 23 off bench Fontecchio posted 23 points (8-17 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal over 30 minutes off the bench during Monday's 119-115 loss to the Heat.

Impact The 27-year-old rookie put together the best game of his brief NBA career, topping the 18 points he scored against the Warriors back on Dec. 7. Fontecchio has claimed a regular spot in the Utah rotation, playing at least 20 minutes in six of the last 11 games and averaging 8.7 points, 2.2 boards, 1.5 threes and 1.4 assists over that stretch. If his workload continues to climb over the final weeks of the season, he'll put himself on the fantasy radar in a lot of formats.

MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores career-high 17 points Fontecchio posted 17 points (5-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 6-6 FT), three steals, two rebounds and two assists in 22 minutes during Thursday's 131-124 win over the Magic.

Impact Fontecchio played at least 20 minutes for the fourth time over Utah's past five games and notched career highs in points and steals. When the undrafted rookie out of Italy sees at least 20 minutes (nine games), he's averaged 9.9 points, 2.0 rebounds and 1.6 assists with 41/36/77 shooting splits.

MARCH 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Enters starting lineup Fontecchio is starting against the Mavericks on Tuesday, according to Mavericks radio play-by-play broadcaster Chuck Cooperstein.

Impact The Jazz will go smaller Tuesday evening with Walker Kessler out with an illness. Fontecchio is known for his perimeter shooting and has made five three-pointers over his last two games.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goes for 16 points off bench Fontecchio accumulated 16 points (5-12 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 2-4 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one block over 26 minutes during Friday's 130-103 loss to the Thunder.

Impact Fontecchio has not been a regular contributor for the Jazz, and he has scored in double digits off the bench just three times all season long. Regardless of the format, he doesn't produce enough to be a valuable fantasy contributor. There's a chance this outing was nothing more than an outlier, given he took advantage of the minutes he received in a blowout loss.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains in rotation Tuesday Fontecchio logged zero points (0-7 FG, 0-5 3Pt), two assists and one steal in 20 minutes during Tuesday's 102-94 loss to San Antonio.

Impact Fontecchio saw meaningful minutes for the seventh time in his past eight games, although his production tells another story. While he has been able to crack the rotation, his value remains limited, and that's putting it nicely. He is outside the top 400 over the eight-game span and can clearly be ignored in basically every fantasy format.

MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will be available Friday Fontecchio (foot) is available for Friday's contest against the Hawks, Eric Walden of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Fontecchio missed Wednesday's matchup against Toronto due to left foot soreness and was initially listed as questionable for Friday. While the undrafted rookie has been cleared to return, he isn't expected to play many minutes, as he's made just five appearances since Dec. 26.

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Friday Fontecchio (foot) is questionable for Friday's game against Atlanta, Eric Walden of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Fontecchio was unavailable Wednesday against Toronto due to left foot soreness, and his status for Friday's game is up in the air. His status shouldn't significantly impact Utah's rotation.

FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sits Wednesday with sore foot Fontecchio didn't play in Wednesday's 131-128 win over the Raptors due to a sore left foot.

Impact The 27-year-old rookie from Italy hasn't been a regular part of head coach Will Hardy's rotation since late December, so his absence Wednesday likely didn't affect how the minutes were divvied up among the Jazz forwards. Fontecchio can be viewed as day-to-day heading into the Jazz's next game Friday against the Hawks.

FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report Fontecchio isn't listed on the injury report for Tuesday's matchup against the Cavaliers, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Fontecchio was sidelined for the team's previous contest due to an illness, but it appears he's moved past the aliment and will suit up Tuesday. However, he's not expected to be part of Utah's rotation, as he hasn't played in an NBA contest since Dec. 26.

JANUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Memphis Fontecchio (illness) is out of Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Fontecchio was not included in the initial injury report, but his absence shouldn't affect many fantasy rosters since he's only logging 9.0 minutes per game off the bench across 21 appearances this season. This will be his seventh straight game sidelined.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays minor role in return Fontecchio (ankle) finished with two points (1-4 FG, 0-3 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist in 15 minutes in Saturday's 123-97 loss to the Bucks.

Impact Fontecchio recaptured a spot in head coach Will Hardy's rotation after missing the previous four games with a left ankle sprain. Before picking up the injury, Fontecchio had averaged 17.7 minutes per game over his first three appearances of December, but he could get squeezed out of a bit of playing time if Collin Sexton (hamstring) returns to the second unit at some point during the Jazz's upcoming three-game week.

DECEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available Saturday Fontecchio (ankle) has been cleared for Saturday's game against the Bucks.

Impact Fontecchio will return from a four-game absence. Look for him to resume his usual role providing depth at forward assuming he avoids any setbacks with his ankle.

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to questionable Fontecchio (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Bucks, Eric Walden of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Fontecchio has missed four consecutive contests due to a left ankle sprain but has a chance to play Saturday. In the four games leading up to his injury, Fontecchio averaged 8.3 points in 16.0 minutes per game, so his return could spell fewer minutes for Talen Horton-Tucker and Malik Beasley.

DECEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday Fontecchio (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's matchup against the Pelicans, Eric Walden of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Fontecchio will miss a fourth straight game due to a left ankle sprain. The rookie's next chance to suit up will arrive Saturday in Milwaukee.

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses practice Wednesday Fontecchio (ankle) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice, Sarah Todd of The Deseret News reports.

Impact Fontecchio has missed the last three games due to a left ankle sprain. The rookie forward missing practice doesn't bode well for his chances to play in Thursday's game against New Orleans. If Fontecchio is ruled out versus the Pelicans, his next opportunity to play will be Saturday's matchup against Milwaukee.

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Fontecchio (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's matchup against the Pelicans.

Impact Fontecchio is slated to miss a third straight game due to an ankle injury. Collin Sexton (hamstring) also remains out, but Utah is expected to get Lauri Markkanen (illness), Mike Conley (rest) and Jordan Clarkson (hip) back after they all sat out Saturday's loss to Denver.

DECEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses practice Monday Fontecchio (ankle) did not take part in Monday's practice, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Fontecchio has missed two straight games and is slated to miss a third after failing to participate in Monday's practice ahead of Tuesday's meeting with New Orleans. If he were to miss once again, more opportunities would be available for Talen Horton-Tucker and Rudy Gay.

DECEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE