Leonard accrued nine points (4-5 FG, 1-1 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist, and one block in 19 minutes during Monday's win versus the Kings.

Leonard has taken full advantage of injuries to those in front of him, namely Robin Lopez (hand) and Joel Freeland (shoulder), in the rotation. The Blazers may add another to that list, after losing LaMarcus Aldridge to a thumb injury of unknown severity Monday. In any case, Leonard has earned at least 18 minutes in eight consecutive outings, during which he's averaged 8.9 points (on 61 percent shooting), 6.4 rebounds, one three-pointer, and 0.8 assists in 21 minutes.

Leonard grabbed a double-double with 11 points and 10 rebounds in 31 minutes of action Wednesday against the Clippers.

Leonard is averaging 9.6 points and 8.2 rebounds over the last five games, and it's clear he's the beneficiary of the Robin Lopez (hand) injury. He isn't likely going to produce this well when Lopez returns, but Leonard's cheap price tag in daily games makes him a budget option on most nights.

Leonard scored 12 points (4-5 FG, 3-4 3P, 1-1 FT) with 12 rebounds in 19 minutes off the bench during Monday's win over the Lakers.

The rarely-used center saw his first action since returning to the lineup from a shoulder injury, and Leonard was able to make an impact. With Joel Freeland and Robin Lopez both sidelined for the next couple of weeks, Leonard could continue to see decent bench minutes, but don't expect consistent fantasy production from him.

Leonard (shoulder) will be active for Saturday's game against the Hawks.

Leonard will replace Victor Claver on the Trail Blazers' roster after sitting out Tuesday's game. Expect him to play his usual bit role as a reserve center.

Leonard (shoulder) will not play Tuesday versus the Raptors.

Leonard is battling a left shoulder strain and will not be available Tuesday. The third-year center remains buried on the bench most nights and is averaging just 10.1 minutes in 12 games this season.

Leonard scored 13 points (5-11 FG, 3-7 FT) to go along with four rebounds and one block in 32 minutes Monday against the Rockets.

Leonard started in place of LaMarcus Aldridge (illness), but wasn't able to come away with an overly productive game. He will return to his limited role once Aldridge returns.

Leonard will enter the starting five for Monday's game at Houston, the Houston Chronicle reports.

The Blazers are trotting out a much smaller lineup than normal due to the absent LaMarcus Aldridge (illness) and Robin Lopez (hand). While Leonard is earning a surprise start, he's picked up just 16 minutes across three appearances in the past six games, totaling only seven points (2-6 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, and one assist. Consequently, expect Chris Kaman, Joel Freeland, and Thomas Robinson to gather in most of the frontcourt run.

Leonard put up seven points (2-4 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and two rebounds in 10 minutes during Saturday's victory at New Orleans.

Leonard logged his first minutes since Robin Lopez sustained a broken hand Monday, and the showing took place in a blowout. Coach Terry Stotts has instead turned to Joel Freeland for two starts and Thomas Robinson for the other, with Chris Kaman earning his normal 18-to-22 minutes off the bench. Consequently, Leonard will likely ride the pine most days, unless the need arises for his presence in the Blazers' frontcourt.

Leonard, who was replacing the ill LaMarcus Aldridge for his first start since 2012-13, scored seven points (4-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt) with 12 rebounds and one assist in 30 minutes.

Before Saturday, Leonard had played just 13 minutes combined this season, but more than doubled that total on his way to a fantasy useful line. Owners shouldn't be rushing out to grab him though, as his usefulness is limited to situations where Aldridge doesn't play, and Aldridge absence is unlikely to be a lengthy one.

Leonard will start Saturday against Brooklyn, The Oregonian's MIke Richman reports.

Reports leading up to the game indicated that Thomas Robinson would start in place of the injured LaMarcus Aldridge, but minutes before tipoff the Blazers declared that Leonard would be the starter. It will be his first time in the starting lineup since the 2012-13 season.

Leonard (illness) was available for Sunday's game but did not get into the game.

Leonard was dealing with an upper respiratory illness for the last week, keeping him out of the Blazers' first two games of the season. He's not expected to see much time this season as long as Robin Lopez, LaMarcus Aldridge, and Chris Kaman are healthy, but Leonard showed off a new three-point shot in the preseason, which could add the kind of new wrinkle to his game that could help him eventually dig into the bench rotation at some point this season.

Leonard (illness) is active and available for Sunday's game against the Warriors, the Oregonian reports.

Leonard was listed as probable so it isn't a surprise he is active for this game. This will be his 2014-15 regular season debut, so we'll see what kind of role coach Terry Stotts has Leonard in to begin the season.

Leonard (illness) is probable for Sunday's game against the Warriors, the Blazers' official site reports.

After Leonard was able to get a practice under his belt Saturday, his prospects for Sunday looked encouraging, and the Blazers confirmed as much. Sunday will be Leonard's season debut.

Leonard (illness) was able to practice Saturday, The Columbian reports.

Leonard wasn't able to travel with the team when they faced Sacramento on Friday but has apparently recovered quickly enough to practice Saturday. He will officially be a game-time decision ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Warriors, although his return to the court is likely.

Leonard (illness) will not travel with the team for Friday's game in Sacramento, Jabari Young of Comcast reports.

Leonard is dealing with an upper respiratory infection that kept him out of Wednesday's opener, as well as Thursday's practice. Consider the reserve center questionable for Sunday's game against the Warriors back in Portland.

Leonard (upper respiratory illness) won't play Wednesday.

This means that Allen Crabbe or Victor Claver will be activated for the season opener, but the Blazers rely heavily on the starters, and therefore those five are the only players who are largely relevant in fantasy leagues.

Leonard (illness) left Sunday's practice early, Erik Gundersen of The Oregonian reports.

Leonard fell ill prior to practice and was sent home by coach Terry Stotts. At this point, consider him questionable for Wednesaday's opener against the Thunder.

Leonard (neck) returned to action Friday versus Maccabi Haifa, posting six points (2-2 FG, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, and three assists in nine minutes.

Leonard was sidelined in the Blazers' previous exhibition Sunday, when he was initially diagnosed with a thoracic muscle strain. While his offensive display was impressive against an undersized unit, his defense was again lacking, capping his amount of run. As a result, coach Terry Stotts likely won't be calling Leonard's name often once the regular season tips off, especially with viable veterans, Robin Lopez and Chris Kaman, available at center.

Leonard (neck) will play Friday against Maccabi Haifa, Erik Gundersen of The Columbian reports.

Leonard returned to practice Wednesday, and he'll be back on the floor, as expected, after missing some time with a thoracic muscle strain. Leonard has nine points and six rebounds in 20 total minutes this preseason.

Leonard (neck) returned to practice Wednesday and was a full participant, the Oregonian's Joe Freeman reports.

A thoracic muscle strain sidelined him briefly, but he should be ready for the start of the regular season.