Phoenix Suns forward Drew Eubanks (illness) has been ruled out ahead of Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Eubanks was questionable coming into this game, but will ultimately sit out due to an illness. The playing time will be split up between Jusuf Nurkic, Chimezie Metu and Udoka Azubuike. Between the three, Nurkic is the only one here that is actually a viable fantasy option right now.

Phoenix Suns center Drew Eubanks (ankle) won't play against the Grizzlies. The 26-year-old hasn't missed a game this season. However, he tweaked his ankle during Wednesday's matchup with the Golden State Warriors. Eubanks has averaged 7.6 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks this season, meaning his absence will impact a small group of fantasy managers. But the team is already dealing with a handful of injured players, so there should be room for others to benefit, specifically Chimezie Metu, who will likely play behind Jusuf Nurkic versus Memphis.

Phoenix Suns center Drew Eubanks (back) has officially been listed as available for the team's in-season tournament contest against the Utah Jazz on Friday. The big man has been dealing with some lower back tightness, but it won't be enough to keep him off of the court as he hasn't missed a single game so far. He likely will resume his usual role off of the bench where he gets around 17-to-20 minutes and can contribute some points, rebounds, and blocks.

Well, it finally happened. For the first time in 11 years, Damian Lillard is no longer a Trailblazer.On Wednesday, the nearly three-month saga that held NBA news hostage all summer came to an abrupt halt after Lillard was astonishingly acquired by the Milwaukee Bucks. It was a blockbuster three-team deal that included the Phoenix Suns, nine total players, one first-round pick, and one pick swap.Here is the full breakdown of the trade and my analysis of how it will affect the NBA in 2023-2024 and fantasy basketball. 

The Trade

The Bucks receive - Damian LillardThe Blazers receive - Jrue Holiday, Deandre Ayton, Toumani Camara, Bucks' 2029 first-round pick, Bucks' pick swapThe Suns receive - Jusuf Nurkic, Nassir Little, Keon Johnson, ... [More]

Free-agent forward/center Drew Eubanks agreed to a two-year deal with the Suns on Friday. The 26-year-old didn't do much while playing off the bench last season. However, he averaged 8.9 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks in 28 starts. Eubanks likely won't receive consistent minutes in Phoenix. But fantasy managers should monitor him throughout the year, especially since his ceiling will rise with an enhanced role.

Portland Trail Blazers center Drew Eubanks is on a short list of depth players that the Phoenix Suns are looking to sign. As reported by Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports, the Suns see him as a strong candidate to be a backup to Deandre Ayton like he was for Jusuf Nurkic in Portland. Eubanks had some solid starts when Nurkic was injured, but his fantasy upside would be severely limited if he did end up in Phoenix. He'd likely play around 15 minutes per contest and only contribute a little on the boards.

Portland Trail Blazers center Drew Eubanks (back) is available for Wednesday's game against the Golden State Warriors. The big man is expected to make his fourth straight start with Jusuf Nurkic (calf) still sidelined. Normally, Eubanks would be an intriguing streaming option, but he hasn't been too sharp lately. He's averaging 7.7 points and 4.3 rebounds during his last three games. Fellow big man Trendon Watford has been outplaying him, which makes him the better streaming option for Wednesday.

Portland Trail Blazers center Drew Eubanks (lumbar) has been listed as probable against the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday night. The 26-year-old appeared on the injury report due to a left lumbar strain, but it seems as though it's not serious enough to hold him out of a game. While Jusuf Nurkic (calf) remains sidelined through the All-Star break, Eubanks has been an important streaming piece for many fantasy teams. He'll continue his role of supplying blocks and rebounds to any managers that need them.

Portland Trail Blazers forward/center Drew Eubanks will start on Friday night versus the Washington Wizards. Jusuf Nurkic (calf) won't suit up, so Eubanks will take his place in the lineup. The 26-year-old has averaged 7.7 points and 6.8 rebounds in six starts this season. However, he'll be entering this one fresh off an 11-point, 11-rebound double-double against the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday. As a result, Eubanks should have a sizable upside for fantasy managers until Nurkic is ready to return.

Portland Trail Blazers forward/center Drew Eubanks (tooth) and forward/center Trendon Watford (Achilles) are both available for Friday's contest against Dallas. This should be a great matchup for Eubanks and Watford, with Dallas lacking size and very vulnerable because of it, although they likely won't be able to play a big role behind Jusuf Nurkic and Jerami Grant. The Bosnian Beast has been surprisingly durable this season, which has made it very tough for Eubanks to log consistent minutes, and Watford's situation has been even worse at the club, although he was also held back by injury early in the campaign.

Portland Trail Blazers forward/center Drew Eubanks (hip) is questionable for Saturday's game against Utah. He missed a game last week with a back issue and now Eubaks is bothered by his right hip. The 25-year-old has been a solid bench contributor for the Blazers this season, averaging 5.7 points per game with 4.2 rebounds and 1.0 blocks. One of his best games of the season came against the Jazz last month, and it indeed looks like a good matchup for him, with Utah lacking size. Trendon Watford should be logging the center minutes behind Jusuf Nurkic if Eubanks isn't available on Saturday. He has just marked his first start of the season with a double-double and Watford could be a very intriguing option for fantasy managers Saturday. The 22-year-old would also benefit from the potential absence of Josh Hart (ankle).

Portland Trail Blazers center Drew Eubanks is questionable for Sunday's meeting with Brooklyn. The 25-year-old missed Portland's previous game against the Knicks because of lower back spasms, opening the door for Trendon Watford to score eight points in 21 minutes. If Eubanks isn't cleared for action, Watford would likely fill the void once again. However, with Jusuf Nurkic available, neither man offers much to fantasy managers.

Portland Trail Blazers center Drew Eubanks (back) is out against New York due to back spasms. With Jusuf Nurkic healthy and in the lineup, Eubanks likely wouldn't have received enough action to keep him relevant in any format. That said, Trendon Watford, who has averaged only 4.9 points in 2022-23, will see more minutes. While Watford's production should increase, he'll be a risky fantasy option for anyone needing to replace Eubanks in the lineup.

Portland Trail Blazers forward/center Drew Eubanks (back) is questionable for Friday's clash with the Knicks. He is suffering from a left lumbar strain and could miss his first game of the season. The 25-year-old has done a solid job as a reserve for the Blazers this season, averaging 6.2 points per game with 4.3 rebounds and 1.1 blocks in 18.4 minutes. Trendon Watford should receive a significant boost in playing time if Eubanks won't be in the lineup and there could also be a few more minutes available for Justise Winslow.

Portland Trail Blazers center Drew Eubanks (wrist) and small/power forward CJ Elleby (illness) have been tagged as questionable to suit up for Sunday's contest vs. Utah. With the Blazers already tremendously short-handed, absences from either Eubanks or Elleby would present Reggie Perry, Elijah Hughes, and others with significant frontcourt roles. Eubanks has emerged as a legitimate fantasy commodity down the stretch, having averaged 14.5 points and 8.5 boards across his 22 starts with Portland, all while shooting 64.6% overall. Elleby has averaged 28 minutes on a nightly basis since the All-Star break, but he has shot just 37.7% from the field in that span, capping his ceiling.

Portland Trail Blazers center Drew Eubanks was for all intents and purposes the only big man the team had available for Monday's loss to the Thunder. That showed as the fourth-year center, who is on another 10-day contract, logged 27 points and 14 rebounds across 41 minutes. While Eubanks may not be a household name, Portland is currently decimated by injuries, paving the way for Eubanks to shoot 12-for-14 overall and add three assists, three steals and two blocks to the best performance of his NBA career. Shooting a jarring 64.8% overall in 16 games with the Blazers, Eubanks has emerged as the team's premier scoring option down the stretch and should continue to see sizable workloads over each of the final seven outings.

Portland Trail Blazers forward Drew Eubanks will move into the starting five for Thursday's game against the Golden State Warriors. Jusuf Nurkic (foot) is expected to miss at least a month of action, so Eubanks is likely to see more starts coming his way. Despite that, Eubanks isn't a must-have fantasy player, but will see increased opportunities in Portland. Fantasy managers should view him as a low-end streaming option or deep league asset. Although, he should be monitored in standard leagues in case he goes above expectations.

San Antonio Spurs forward/center Drew Eubanks scored 18 points during a 136-117 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday. The 24-year-old filled in for Jakob Poeltl (health and safety protocols) by going 4-for-5 from the field and 10-for-13 from the free-throw line while chipping in with six rebounds, two assists, and one steal across 24 minutes. With Poeltl expected to miss at least two more games, expect Eubanks to fill the void and produce as a quality streamer with a strong shooting percentage and rebounding.

With Zion Williamson and Ja Morant out with injuries and R.J. Barrett struggling, the opportunity has presented itself for lesser-known players to get noticed during Las Vegas Summer League.Chris Clemons, an undrafted rookie from Campbell, has made an impact. In a loss to the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday, he scored 25 points on 9-for-20 shooting , made 7 of 13 3-pointers and launched his muscular 5-foot-9 frame for an alley-oop. The next day, he scored 22 points and made 5 of 11 3-pointers in a loss to Portland.He ranked third overall in Las Vegas scoring after Sunday's games — not bad for someone who wasn't even invited to the draft combine."I know I can play with these guys at this level," Clemons said.He just needs one NBA team to agree.Clemons achieved notoriety for his college scoring, leading the nation with 30 points per game this past season. He tied for the scoring title and won MVP honors at the Portsmouth Invitational in April, then earned an invitation to the G League Select... [More]

With Zion Williamson and Ja Morant out with injuries and R.J. Barrett struggling, the opportunity has presented itself for lesser-known players to get noticed during Las Vegas Summer League.Chris Clemons, an undrafted rookie from Campbell, has made an impact. In a loss to the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday, he scored 25 points on 9-for-20 shooting , made 7 of 13 3-pointers and launched his muscular 5-foot-9 frame for an alley-oop. The next day, he scored 22 points and made 5 of 11 3-pointers in a loss to Portland.He ranked third overall in Las Vegas scoring after Sunday's games — not bad for someone who wasn't even invited to the draft combine."I know I can play with these guys at this level," Clemons said.He just needs one NBA team to agree.Clemons achieved notoriety for his college scoring, leading the nation with 30 points per game this past season. He tied for the scoring title and won MVP honors at the Portsmouth Invitational in April, then earned an invitation to the G League Select... [More]