Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (wrist) is considered day-to-day after sustaining a wrist injury. The 25-year-old incurred the injury during Portland's game on Tuesday against the Heat, with subsequent X-rays yielding negative results. The Trail Blazers' upcoming match is scheduled for Friday in Memphis against the Grizzlies. In the event Ayton is sidelined, Duop Reath is anticipated to assume a larger role and likely start in his place. Ayton maintains season averages of 14.3 points, 10.6 rebounds, and 1.7 assists in 31.6 minutes per game.

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton was limited to only 19 minutes of action against Miami on Tuesday due to a right-hand sprain. He was hurt when he took a hard fall late in the first quarter following a collision with Miami's Kevin Love. Ayton battled through the injury and had a great first half, but he exited the contest before the second half began. The Portland big man ended the game with 12 points, 10 rebounds, two steals, and one block. Duop Reath started the second half but finished scoreless. X-rays on Ayton's hand came back negative, but he's set to have some further testing. Portland returns to action on Friday versus Memphis.

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (illness) will suit up for Saturday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. Ayton sat out of Thursday's game due to an illness but will make his return on Saturday. The return of Ayton should push Jabari Walker to the second unit. The Blazers are pretty banged up right now, so Walker should still play a significant role off the bench.

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (illness) is questionable for Saturday's game against New Orleans. He has already missed one game with an illness this week and could be absent again for the same reason. With Ayton playing only 34 of the team's 51 games, Portland's other bigs have had a chance to shine. Duop Reath (knee) has impressed the most, but he's also questionable for Saturday. Jabari Walker received a massive role on the frontcourt and played well in 43 minutes against Detroit on Thursday. He's set to benefit the most again if Ayton and Reath aren't available on Saturday.

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (knee) is listed as probable for Friday and is set to make his return from his 12-game absence. Before the injury, the former number-one overall pick was averaging over 13 points and almost 11 rebounds in 31 minutes in his first season in Portland. In his absence, Duop Reath has turned some heads and could figure to have earned a more stable role in the rotation. Ayton's minutes could be slightly restricted to start, but it will be worth monitoring if he goes back to his normal role after a few games.

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (knee) is considered probable ahead of Friday's game against the Indiana Pacers. The big man appears to be ready to make his first appearance since December 23. Ayton was expected to play on Wednesday, but the icy roads stopped him from getting to the game. The assumption is he'll play ready to go on Friday, but there is no word on a minutes limit. Regardless, Duop Reath is going to take a significant hit in value once Ayton gets back on the court.

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (knee) is currently listed as probable for Wednesday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. Ayton was able to practice on Tuesday without any issues. That being said, Ayton appears to be in line to make his first appearance since December 23. His return will impact the playing time of Ibou Badji (hip), Jabari Walker, and Duop Reath. There's a good chance that Ayton is on a minutes limit during his first game back, so Reath might still be able to carve out some streaming appeal.

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (knee) has been upgraded to questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Phoenix Suns. The big man has missed the last 10 games due to right knee tendinitis. The fact Ayton was upgraded to questionable instead of having a doubtful tag is a good sign. It's worth noting that Ayton would have a heavy minutes limit if he does end up playing. Until Ayton returns, Duop Reath should continue starting and have decent streaming appeal.

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (knee) is considered doubtful again on Friday as he continues to deal with right knee tendinitis. Ayton hasn't played since December 23 and there hasn't been any word on when he'll be able to return yet. He continues to draw doubtful tags and then gets downgraded to out as expected. Duop Reath will likely continue to take over the open minutes while Jabari Walker (knee) is set to return and should see some added opportunities as well. Fantasy managers will have to stay tuned for more updates on Ayton as everyone has to wait to hear a more in-depth report on his knee.

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (knee) is listed as doubtful ahead of Thursday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The big man continues to miss time, but is traveling with the team. However, the Blazers haven't given a timetable on Ayton's return. Given the current record of the team, it doesn't sound like the Blazers are in a rush to get Ayton back on the court. Duop Reath should continue to start at center and have streaming appeal until Ayton finally returns.

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (knee) and forward Jabari Walker (knee) are both out on Tuesday against the New York Knicks. Head coach Chauncey Billups says "hopefully soon" for Ayton's return from nagging tendinitis in his right knee, but the former No. 1 overall pick appears unlikely to do so for Friday's matchup with the Oklahoma City Thunder. Walker is inactive for the third game in a row due to soreness in his left knee, which likely forces Jerami Grant to play more minutes at the five. Duop Reath is worth streaming while Portland's frontcourt is depleted, as Moses Brown (wrist) is also unavailable. In eight games without Ayton this year, Reath is putting up 12.0 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 1.8 threes per game and posted a 15-point, 13-board double-double in 41 minutes during Sunday's overtime win over the Brooklyn Nets.

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (knee) is doubtful for Tuesday's meeting with the New York Knicks. Ayton hasn't played since the end of December, missing time with right knee Tendinitis. There were reports he's been receiving treatment, and the doubtful tag is at least a step in the right direction. However, the 2018 No. 1 overall pick isn't expected to suit up versus the Knicks, meaning Duop Reath, amassing 15 points, 13 boards, and three blocks against the Nets on Sunday, will remain a popular fantasy option.

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (knee) remains out for Friday's contest versus the Dallas Mavericks. Head coach Chauncey Billups revealed on Monday that Ayton stayed back in Portland to get "rigorous treatment" for the tendinitis in his right knee, and it remains unclear if there are plans for the big man to join the team at any stage of their current seven-game road trip that ends on Jan. 12. The 25-year-old former No. 1 overall pick has registered 12 double-doubles in 24 games, but he hasn't exactly taken the leap some may have envisioned on a rebuilding squad during his first year in Rip City. With Moses Brown (wrist) out and Jabari Walker (knee) doubtful, the Blazers' last traditional big men left standing are Ibou Badji and Duop Reath. We would advise staying away for fantasy purposes.

Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups said pregame on Monday that center Deandre Ayton (knee) is not currently with the team and stayed back in Portland to receive "rigorous treatment" for the tendinitis in his right knee. It likely leaves Ayton doubtful to return from a four-game absence on Wednesday against the Dallas Mavericks. But Ayton should have a chance to join the squad at some point, since the Blazers will remain on the road for six more contests until Jan. 12. Moses Brown has served as the formal starter in Ayton's stead, but it hasn't translated to a meaningful uptick in fantasy value. Jerami Grant and Jabari Walker have shared minutes at the five as well, with the latter being worth a look in deeper leagues. In eight outings without Ayton this year, Walker is contributing 13.5 points on 55.2% field-goal shooting and 7.4 rebounds in 25.7 minutes per game.

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (knee) will miss his fourth consecutive game on Monday versus the Phoenix Suns as he continues to nurse tendinitis in his right knee. As a result, Ayton sits out on an opportunity to play against the team that traded him away this past fall. The double-double machine is putting up 13.1 points, 10.8 rebounds, and 1.2 steals per game during his first year in Rip City and hopes to return when Portland continue an arduous seven-game road trip on Wednesday against the Dallas Mavericks. With Duop Reath (back) doubtful on Monday, the bulk of the center minutes will be left to Jerami Grant and Jabari Walker, the latter of whom came out of nowhere for 25 points and nine boards on Friday. Former Blazer Jusuf Nurkic could enjoy a New Year's Day feast with Portland significantly lacking size.

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (knee) remains out for Friday's matchup with the Spurs. He's dealing with right knee Tendinitis, forcing him to miss the Blazers' previous three games. That said, it's anyone's guess when he'll be back. But until Ayton returns, others will need to step up. Duop Reath (back) had been filling some of the void caused by Ayton's absence. However, he's also out with back spasms. As a result, Moses Brown will likely get the start, although he hasn't been a reliable option for fantasy managers. At the same time, Jabari Walker and Ibou Badji could get a few extra minutes. Yet, they can't be trusted for production, either.

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Thursday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. The big man continues to miss time due to right knee tendinitis. The Blazers aren't doing a lot of winning right now, so they have no incentive to rush Ayton back to the court in a rebuilding year. Moses Brown started on Tuesday, but didn't offer much upside in terms of fantasy value. Doup Reath and Jabari Walker figure to split up a majority of the playing time.

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Tuesday's game against the Sacramento Kings. The big man continues to miss time due to a lingering right knee issue. The Blazers aren't going to rush their big man back on the court, so it wouldn't be shocking to see him miss more time this week. Duop Reath and Jabari Walker have benefited the most from the absence of Ayton. They should continue to split up the playing time on Tuesday.

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (knee) is expected to suit up for Thursday's game against the Utah Jazz. The big man has continued to miss time lately due to right knee soreness. Despite that, it appears Ayton is on track to play on Thursday, barring any pregame warmup issues. He could be asked to play a bigger role than normal in the rotation with forward Jerami Grant (concussion) unavailable. If active, fantasy managers should make sure Ayton is back in their lineups. Fantasy managers will need to check back closer to tip-off for another update on his status.

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. The big man continues to miss time due to right knee soreness. It's uncertain how close Ayton is to getting back on the court. In the meantime, Duop Reath should continue to start at center. Jabari Walker should also play a bigger role in the rotation with Ayton sidelined. Both are possible streaming options with Ayton out for at least one more game.