Toronto Raptors forward Chris Boucher (knee) won't suit up ahead of Monday's game against the Denver Nuggets. Boucher suffered an injury during Saturday's game that was originally considered a knee contusion. After further testing, Boucher is dealing with a partially torn MCL in his right knee. The good news is, that Boucher probably won't need to have surgery, which means this injury shouldn't end his season. However, it's likely that Boucher does miss some time while he recovers from this injury. In the meantime, Jalen McDaniels and Jontay Porter should see additional minutes in the rotation.

Toronto Raptors forward/center Chris Boucher (knee) has received a questionable tag while dealing with a right knee contusion. The silver lining is that the 31-year-old has been able to suit up in both of the team's last two games, so it's unclear how severe the knee contusion is right now. Fantasy managers will want to check back after an hour or so before tipoff. If he's able to play, Boucher should get plenty of minutes since Jakob Poeltl (hand) is out indefinitely. In his last two games, Boucher has provided a solid amount of points, rebounds, threes, and blocks, so he could provide a good boost to managers who are in the fantasy playoffs. Kelly Olynyk and Jalen McDaniels will see more minutes if Boucher can't play though.

Toronto Raptors power forward Chris Boucher (illness) is regarded as questionable for Friday's clash with the Warriors. He's been feeling under the weather and could be absent for a second consecutive contest due to a non-COVID illness. However, it's already been three games since the last time Boucher saw any action, so he's not really part of what the Raptors are trying to do right now.

Toronto Raptors power forward Chris Boucher (illness) has been downgraded to out for Wednesday's matchup against Dallas. The Raptors lose a frontcourt piece that could have been useful against the Mavericks bigs, although Boucher has been out of the rotation for most games lately. Kelly Olynyk will continue to be the main backup to starting center Jakob Poeltl.

Toronto Raptors power forward Chris Boucher (illness) is regarded as questionable for Wednesday's matchup against Dallas. The two-time NBA champion is trying to shake off an illness. However, even if Boucher's available to play, it's not guaranteed he will see any action. Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic has used him very sparingly, and the addition of Kelly Olynyk has further complicated his life in Toronto.

Toronto Raptors power forward Chris Boucher (quadriceps) might have to come out of the lineup on Wednesday versus Atlanta, with the team listing him as questionable on the injury report. Boucher needs to overcome a left quadriceps contusion to be able to play. This could be a good matchup for him, as the Hawks are allowing the fourth-most bench points in the league this season. Boucher averages 6.6 points and 3.9 rebounds in 14.4 minutes with the second unit. Precious Achiuwa and Jalen McDaniels could get a few extra minutes if Boucher isn't available.

Toronto Raptors power forward Chris Boucher has played well in preseason, and according to Eric Koreen of The Athletic, he will be counted on as a regular member of the rotation when the real action starts. Boucher has always been productive when he's had enough minutes on the court, but that wasn't always the case under former head coach Nick Nurse. The 30-year-old has taken the court twice in preseason so far, averaging 11.5 points and 7.0 rebounds in 17 minutes while blocking one shot in both outings. The Raptors have two more preseason contests to go, giving Boucher further opportunities to impress the new man in charge, Darko Rajakovic.

Basketball is a fast-paced game. While the court's dimensions are smaller than baseball and football fields, there is no room to relax because players must exert effort on offense and defense. NBA's Advanced Stats reveal that LaMelo Ball trumps other ballers in the distance covered, averaging 2.77 miles per game. Fred VanVleet is not far behind at 2.76.Therefore, basketball players must be in good condition to render significant minutes. Conversely, injuries are also a dime a dozen because of the extensive regular season. Failing to stay in shape could mean reduced playing time or an abrupt end to their career. But at some point, Father Time wins, no matter how much a player wants to delay the inevitable.These players have rendered extensive NBA careers but are far from the peak of their capabilities. Sadly, retirement after the 2022-23 season is a strong possibility because they are not steady contributors anymore or hardly step into the court. However, their younger teammates should pick their brains and learn from their limitless wisdom. 

Thaddeus Young

Young won the NBA Hustle Award during the 2020-21 season thanks to his accumulated hustle stats like taking screens and diving for loose balls. But that recognition is a nice consolation for a man who nearly averaged a double-double (15.1 points, nine rebounds) for the 2015-16 season with the Brooklyn Nets.https://twitter.com/ClutchPointsApp/status/1612227070108516355The 16-year veteran has been touted as a do-it-all player on both ends. Unfortunately, his production has significantly dropped in his second season with the Toronto Raptors. He is averaging only 4.4 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game through March 11. He hasn't played since, even if he is on the active roster, because of ... [More]

Basketball is a fast-paced game. While the court's dimensions are smaller than baseball and football fields, there is no room to relax because players must exert effort on offense and defense. NBA's Advanced Stats reveal that LaMelo Ball trumps other ballers in the distance covered, averaging 2.77 miles per game. Fred VanVleet is not far behind at 2.76.Therefore, basketball players must be in good condition to render significant minutes. Conversely, injuries are also a dime a dozen because of the extensive regular season. Failing to stay in shape could mean reduced playing time or an abrupt end to their career. But at some point, Father Time wins, no matter how much a player wants to delay the inevitable.These players have rendered extensive NBA careers but are far from the peak of their capabilities. Sadly, retirement after the 2022-23 season is a strong possibility because they are not steady contributors anymore or hardly step into the court. However, their younger teammates should pick their brains and learn from their limitless wisdom. 

Thaddeus Young

Young won the NBA Hustle Award during the 2020-21 season thanks to his accumulated hustle stats like taking screens and diving for loose balls. But that recognition is a nice consolation for a man who nearly averaged a double-double (15.1 points, nine rebounds) for the 2015-16 season with the Brooklyn Nets.https://twitter.com/ClutchPointsApp/status/1612227070108516355The 16-year veteran has been touted as a do-it-all player on both ends. Unfortunately, his production has significantly dropped in his second season with the Toronto Raptors. He is averaging only 4.4 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game through March 11. He hasn't played since, even if he is on the active roster, because of ... [More]

Toronto Raptors forward/center Chris Boucher (illness) won't suit up for Saturday's meeting with Atlanta. Boucher would have seen plenty of minutes with Pascal Siakam (adductor) and Precious Achiuwa (ankle) unavailable, so it's a tough blow for fantasy managers. However, Thaddeus Young, who fell two rebounds shy of a double-double against Miami on Wednesday, should continue to start, giving him some value for those searching for a streaming option.

Toronto Raptors forward Chris Boucher (hamstring) is set to make his season debut against the Miami Heat on Monday. This is good news for the Raptors with Scottie Barnes (ankle) possibly going to miss some time. Precious Achiuwa will probably benefit the most from the loss of Barnes. However, Boucher should be able to do enough damage to be worth rostering in some fantasy formats. It'll depend on how much playing time is available for the big man.

Toronto Raptors forward/center Chris Boucher (hamstring) won't be making his season debut on Friday against Brooklyn. He was listed as questionable for the game alongside Khem Birch (knee) and Birch is available to play, but Boucher won't be rushed into action. Hamstring injuries always tend to be tricky and it's better to be safe than sorry. Boucher's next chance to get on the court comes Saturday against Miami.

Toronto Raptors forward/center Chris Boucher (hamstring) and center Khem Birch (knee) are listed as questionable for Friday's clash with Brooklyn. Both players missed the team's season opener on Wednesday, as did Otto Porter Jr. (hamstring), who is also ruled out for Friday's action. These are some solid pieces missing for the Raptors, but the team still enjoyed a winning start to the campaign against Cleveland. Boucher is set to lead Toronto's bench mob once he's fully healthy, and he should be able to do enough to provide value for managers in deeper leagues. Porter Jr. could carve out a nice little role for himself as well, while Birch will likely struggle to make a mark this season.

Toronto Raptors forward Chris Boucher (hamstring) is doubtful heading into the season-opener versus the Cleveland Cavaliers. Otto Porter Jr. (hamstring) is out, and Khem Birch (knee) also isn't expected to play. As a result, Boucher's potential absence may mean more work for Precious Achiuwa, who could see enough minutes to produce for fantasy managers in deeper formats.

Toronto Raptors center/forward Chris Boucher (hamstring) has been listed as questionable for the season opener. Less than a week ago, he wasn't able to travel with the team, and now he officially gets the doubtful designation. If he's unable to play, Thaddeus Young, Precious Achiuwaand Juancho Hernangomez are likely to step up and share those minutes. This sounds like it's more of a short-term injury, as Boucher is trending more toward the healthier side. Fantasy managers should check back closer to the game on Wednesday just to make sure he is out for the opener.

Toronto Raptors power forward Chris Boucher finished with a team-high 25 points and added 10 rebounds for a double-double off of the bench in Thursday's 132-97 Game 6 loss against the Philadelphia 76ers. Boucher was terrific in the sixth game of the series as he shot 7-for-13 from the field, 2-for-6 from three-point range, and 9-for-10 from the free throw line in the contest. Boucher will be an unrestricted free agent this summer, but the 29-year-old has a chance to be a very valuable fantasy contributor for the upcoming season depending on his destination in free agency.

Toronto Raptors center Precious Achiuwa (shoulder) and power forward Chris Boucher (back) have both been deemed questionable to suit up for Thursday's game against the Jazz. Achiuwa has missed each of Toronto's past two contests due to the ailment, while Boucher has missed one contest in his own right. Without either available Monday, Pascal Siakam and Khem Birch held down increased frontcourt duties, while Scottie Barnes led the team in rebounds (eight). Achiuwa has been a formidable rebounding presence when healthy, having secured at least eight boards in nine of his 13 games. Boucher's minutes have fluctuated too drastically in the early portion of the season for him to be a season-long commodity in any-sized format. Check back prior to tip-off for the final word on both men.

Toronto Raptors center Chris Boucher (back) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. He was previously listed as questionable due to a bruised back. It sounds like the Raptors are going to play it safe and give Boucher the night off. He hasn't been putting together the season many had hoped, so he is becoming a low-end fantasy option most nights anyway. Pascal Siakam and Scottie Barnes could be asked to play more without Boucher on the court Monday.

Toronto Raptors forward Chris Boucher (finger) is available for Wednesday's season opener against the Washington Wizards. It was uncertain earlier in the week if Boucher was going to play after suffering a dislocated finger. This is great news for fantasy managers as it doesn't sound like Boucher will be limited at all. That means, Khem Birch and Precious Achiuwa won't see increased minutes and are avoidable fantasy options.

Toronto Raptors forward/center Chris Boucher (finger) is questionable to play Wednesday against the Washington Wizards. Boucher underwent surgery on a dislocated finger a couple weeks ago, but was able to practice Tuesday. The Raptors may not decide to push Boucher to play if he's not ready, but we should know more closer to tip-off. If Boucher is ruled out, Khem Birch and Precious Achiuwa will be in line for expanded roles.