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Wed Mar 2718:24Brandon Clarke Will Play On Wednesday
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Brandon Clarke (Achilles) will suit up for Wednesday's game versus the Lakers. The 27-year-old hasn't played in over a year because of an Achilles tear that required surgery. Since then, he's been working his way back and has flirted with returning over the last few games. The Grizzlies could certainly use him, primarily since the roster is loaded with injuries. Although there's a realistic chance Clarke will be limited in his first game back, there's no denying his upside, especially when you consider his DFS rostering cost.
Source: Mike TrudellRotoBaller.com
Tue Mar 2623:31Brandon Clarke Questionable For Wednesday
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Brandon Clarke (Achilles) has been upgraded to questionable with just 10 games left in the season. Wednesday, the Grizzlies are set to meet the Lakers, with Clarke potentially playing after rehabbing a torn Achilles for over a year. Clarke finished last season with averages of 10.0 points and 5.5 rebounds coming off the bench. The 27-year-old's minutes will obviously be limited if he suits up and he shouldn't be considered a fantasy option for the remainder of the season.
Source: Drew HillRotoBaller.com
Thu Dec 21 202309:53Brandon Clarke Plans To Return Around The All-Star Break
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Brandon Clarke (Achilles) is aiming to return to action around the All-Star break, according to ESPN's Marc J. Spears. The 27-year-old hasn't played since tearing his left Achilles in March. Clarke finished last season with averages of 10.0 points and 5.5 rebounds off the bench. He will be a very welcome addition for the Grizzlies, who have lost their starting center, Steven Adams (knee), for the entire season and have struggled to guard the rim. The 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend takes place in Indianapolis from Feb. 16-18.
Source: Marc J. SpearsRotoBaller.com
Tue Oct 24 202309:13Brandon Clarke Remains Without Timetable
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Brandon Clarke (Achilles) will start the season without a timetable for his return. The 27-year-old tore his left Achilles in March and underwent a second procedure in the offseason. Clarke made the All-Rookie First Team in 2020 and has been a big contributor off the bench for the Grizzlies. He averaged 10.0 points and 5.5 rebounds in 19.5 minutes last season. With Steven Adams (knee) also out and unavailable for the entire season, Jaren Jackson Jr., Xavier Tillman Sr., and Santi Aldama are set to do the heavy lifting on the Memphis frontcourt in 2023-24.
Source: Adrian WojnarowskiRotoBaller.com
Sat Oct 21 202307:00NBA Draft 2023: Second-Round Rookies to Watch Early
It's funny that every year at the NBA Draft, once the end of the guaranteed money and live appearances arrives at the end of the first round, everybody tunes out and refers to the 60th pick as "Mr. Irrelevant." That's not very accurate though, is it?Speaking historically, the title of "Mr. Irrelevant" could just as easily be applied to each pick in the draft, as organizations differ greatly in their evaluation of talent and their own needs, particularly in a year without the NCAA tournament. The nickname just doesn't reflect how basketball works anymore. Executives strategically stockpile second-round draft picks for the less burdensome financial obligations, and organizations in rebuilding mode get super creative to field a respectable team on a budget.Particularly in the NBA where worldwide talent is plentiful and positional lines continue to fade, the opportunity is everything: in the right situation, the right under-the-radar player can make an immediate, poignant statement. With professional development leagues for 16-18-year-olds, an ever-expanding set of domestic/international opportunities due to the sheer growth of basketball, and widespread NIL rights for college athletes, players of all levels and localities are starting to get their due exposure and now have enough freedom to hone their skills in a place, and at a pace, that fits best with their path to the NBA. 

Introduction

I am inherently skeptical and distrusting of scouting from the high school level to pre-Draft. That's why in this annual article, I tend to favor overlooked college players (love the mid-majors/non-power conferences) with either well-rounded, polished games or specific statistical specialties.We are going to discuss a handful of 2023 second-round picks and undrafted free agent signees who, given their individual skillsets and circumstances, warrant the attention of Fantasy Basketball Managers as potential high-impact rookies for the 2023-24 campaign who can quietly be acquired on clearance once they start showing signs of emergence.As I will frequently emphasize and reiterate: in 2023, there is very little difference between the vast majority of second-round draft picks and undrafted free agents--it always all comes down to the skillsets they possess, their capacity for growth, and the situations they've landed in.Seasons will be made and broken with early identification of the diamond-in-the-rough rookies. I used to list out the many examples from the past season in this introduction portion, but we are now in a beautiful era where there are just too many to count. There is also very little separating the featured players below and those dubbed "Honorable Mentions"--so put in the work and keep an eye out throughout the regular season for who is receiving and seizing their opportunities. 

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Fri Aug 25 202321:05Brandon Clarke Won't Be Ready To Start The Year
According to The Athletic's David Aldridge, Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Brandon Clarke (Achilles) won't be ready to begin the year. The 26-year-old signed a four-year, $52 million extension last offseason. However, he tore his Achilles during a meeting with the Denver Nuggets in March, requiring surgery. Clarke has been steadily improving since entering the league in 2019 and has averaged 10.7 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 1.4 assists in 237 career games. It's unknown when he'll be ready to return. But until Clarke gets the green light, Kenneth Lofton Jr. and David Roddy could see a few extra minutes, although likely not enough to be relevant in most fantasy formats.
Source: David AldridgeRotoBaller.com
Sat Mar 4 202316:27Brandon Clarke Done For The Year
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Brandon Clarke (Achilles) will miss the remainder of the season. Clarke suffered a non-contact injury in the first quarter of Friday's matchup with the Denver Nuggets and didn't return. The most recent update isn't good, with the 26-year-old suffering a left Achilles tear. He signed a four-year, $52 contract extension during the offseason and had averaged 10.0 points and 5.5 rebounds this season before going down. But now, Memphis will be short of big bodies, as Steven Adams (knee) has missed the last 16 games with a knee issue. As a result, Xavier Tillman Sr. is expected to remain in the starting lineup. Tillman has averaged 8.9 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 1.3 steals in 12 starts this season, making him a viable fantasy option until Adams returns. At the same time, Santi Aldama is worth monitoring, especially since he could surpass Tillman's production despite coming off the bench.
Source: Joe VardonRotoBaller.com
Sat Mar 4 202307:42Brandon Clarke Exits With A Leg Injury
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke suffered a left leg injury in Friday's 113-97 defeat to Denver. He managed to log only 2:07 on the court before suffering a non-contact injury. After exiting the game, Clarke was seen on the back of a golf cart with the lower part of his left leg wrapped up. Hopefully, the injury is far less severe than it appears. The 26-year-old is a highly effective player who has averaged less than 20 minutes on the court for the team this season but still boasts a 10-point scoring average and 5.5 rebounds. Santi Aldama is set to play a bigger role off the bench if Clarke has to sit out games, while Xavier Tillman Sr. should also get a few more extra minutes on the frontcourt.
Source: Rob FischerRotoBaller.com
Wed Jan 25 202321:54Brandon Clarke Shifts Into Starting Five
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke will move into the starting five for Wednesday's game against the Golden State Warriors. The Grizzlies are going to be shorthanded with Steven Adams (knee) sidelined three-to-five weeks. That being said, Clarke will likely start most games in place of Adams. The Grizzlies will also need Xavier Tillman Sr. and Santi Aldama to help fill the void as well. Out of the trio, Clarke is the best fantasy option and will see a boost in value with Adams sidelined. Fantasy managers should check the waiver wire to see if Clarke is available.
Source: Damichael ColeRotoBaller.com
Mon Jan 9 202315:32Brandon Clarke Remains Sidelined On Monday
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke (hip) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. The 26-year-old will miss his fifth game in a row due to left hip soreness. The Grizzlies could be shorthanded with Steven Adams (illness) also in danger of missing this game. Jaren Jackson Jr. is likely to see heavy minutes, while Xavier Tillman Sr. should be a decent streaming option while Clarke is out.
Source: Damichael ColeRotoBaller.com
Sun Jan 8 202311:27Brandon Clarke Out Again On Sunday
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke (hip) remains out on Sunday against Utah, marking his fourth consecutive absence. The 26-year-old is battling left hip soreness, so it remains to be seen if he'll get the green light for Monday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. As a result, Xavier Tillman Sr., who most recently amassed eight rebounds and six points versus the Orlando Magic, should continue to see extra work.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Thu Jan 5 202315:18Brandon Clarke Misses A Third Game
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke (hip) won't be in the lineup for the third straight time Thursday against Orlando. He is working his way back from a sore left hip. Following Thursday, Clarke will get some very good recovery time as Memphis won't be back on the court until Sunday, so he should have a good shot at returning for the next matchup. Xavier Tillman has seen more minutes come his way in Clarke's absence and he will look to impress again on Thursday after producing 10 points with six rebounds, two steals and one block Wednesday versus the Hornets.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Wed Jan 4 202314:57Brandon Clarke Remains Out On Wednesday
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke (hip) will miss a second consecutive game on Wednesday versus Charlotte. He is carrying a sore left hip and is getting another day off to recover. Clarke has been a good contributor off the bench for Memphis, averaging 10.1 points and 5.5 rebounds. His absence and Memphis' other injuries have given David Roddy a decent role in the rotation, while Xavier Tillman also benefitted on Sunday against Sacramento. However, both players have struggled to make an impact and remain risky fantasy options.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Sun Jan 1 202315:11Brandon Clarke Tagged As Doubtful For Sunday
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke (hip) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Sacramento Kings. He played 20 minutes on Saturday, so the Grizzlies are likely going to be cautious here. His absence would open up more minutes for Jake LaRavia in the rotation. However, he's not worth streaming with Jaren Jackson Jr. and Steven Adams healthy and on the court. Jackson could be in for a big night, assuming Clarke is unable to play.
Source: Grizzlies PRRotoBaller.com
Mon Nov 7 202220:55Brandon Clarke Will Start Against Boston
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke will start on Monday against the Celtics. With Steven Adams (ankle) sitting, Clarke will get some extra minutes. He's averaged 10.0 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks this season. However, he has a fantastic opportunity to exceed those numbers, so the streaming potential is there for those looking to fill a void in the lineup.
Source: Rob FischerRotoBaller.com
Mon Oct 17 202212:19Brandon Clarke Gets Four-Year Extension
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke signed a four-year, $52 million contract extension with the team on Sunday night. After a solid year coming off of the bench, the 26-year-old big man gets his payday. He averaged 10.4 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.1 blocks per game on 64.4% shooting from the field. Clarke was the steadying presence for the Grizzlies bench. Fantasy managers should roster him for the start of the season since Jaren Jackson Jr. is expected to miss a chunk of time. Since Kyle Anderson isn't on the roster anymore as well, this is going to open up a lot of minutes for Clarke.
Source: Adrian WojnarowskiRotoBaller.com
Mon Oct 3 202211:30NBA Draft Analysis: Second-Round Rookies to Watch Early for Fantasy Basketball
It's funny that every year at the NBA Draft, once the end of the guaranteed money and live appearances arrives at the end of the first round, everybody tunes out and refers to the 60th pick as "Mr. Irrelevant." That's not very accurate though, is it? Speaking historically, the title of "Mr. Irrelevant" could just as easily be applied to each pick in the draft, as organizations differ greatly in their evaluation of talent and their own needs, particularly in a year without the NCAA tournament. The nickname just doesn't reflect how basketball works anymore. Executives strategically stockpile second-round draft picks for the less burdensome financial obligations, and organizations in rebuilding mode get super creative to field a respectable team on a budget.Particularly in the NBA where worldwide talent is plentiful and positional lines continue to fade, opportunity is everything: in the right situation, the right under-the-radar player can make an immediate, poignant statement. With professional development leagues for 16-18-year-olds, an ever-expanding set of domestic/international opportunities due to the sheer growth of basketball, and widespread NIL rights for college athletes, players of all levels and localities are starting to get their due exposure and now have enough freedom to hone their skills in a place, and at a pace, that fits best with their path to the NBA.Plus, I am inherently skeptical and distrusting of scouting from the high school level to pre-Draft. That's why in this annual article, I tend to favor overlooked college players (love the mid-majors/non-power conferences) with either well-rounded, polished games, or specific statistical specialties.We are going to discuss a handful of 2022 second-round picks and undrafted free agent signees who, given their individual skillsets and circumstances, warrant the attention of Fantasy Basketball Managers as potential high-impact rookies for the 2022-23 campaign who can quietly be acquired on clearance once they start showing signs of emergence. ... [More]
Sun Oct 2 202214:34Brandon Clarke Scores Seven Points Against Bucks
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke logged 18 minutes during the preseason matchup against the Bucks on Saturday. He finished with seven points, going 3-for-7 from the field while adding five boards and three assists. The 26-year-old is entering the season with plenty of hype, primarily since he will have a prominent role, even more so with Jaren Jackson Jr. (foot) out of the picture for a few months. Category managers will get points and rebounds from Clarke in 2022-23. However, his three-point percentage has decreased significantly from where it was as a rookie.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Tue Sep 13 202208:30NBA Draft: Second-Round Rooks to Watch Early
It's funny that every year at the NBA Draft, once the end of the guaranteed money and live appearances arrives at the end of the first round, everybody tunes out and refers to the 60th pick as "Mr. Irrelevant." That's not very accurate though, is it? Speaking historically, the title of "Mr. Irrelevant" could just as easily be applied to each pick in the draft, as organizations differ greatly in their evaluation of talent and their own needs, particularly in a year without the NCAA tournament. The nickname just doesn't reflect how basketball works anymore. Executives strategically stockpile second-round draft picks for the less burdensome financial obligations, and organizations in rebuilding mode get super creative to field a respectable team on a budget.Particularly in the NBA where worldwide talent is plentiful and positional lines continue to fade, opportunity is everything: in the right situation, the right under-the-radar player can make an immediate, poignant statement. With professional development leagues for 16-18-year-olds, an ever-expanding set of domestic/international opportunities due to the sheer growth of basketball, and widespread NIL rights for college athletes, players of all levels and localities are starting to get their due exposure and now have enough freedom to hone their skills in a place, and at a pace, that fits best with their path to the NBA.Plus, I am inherently skeptical and distrusting of scouting from the high school level to pre-Draft. That's why in this annual article, I tend to favor overlooked college players (love the mid-majors/non-power conferences) with either well-rounded, polished games, or specific statistical specialties.We are going to discuss a handful of 2022 second-round picks and undrafted free agent signees who, given their individual skillsets and circumstances, warrant the attention of Fantasy Basketball Managers as potential high-impact rookies for the 2022-23 campaign who can quietly be acquired on clearance once they start showing signs of emergence. ... [More]
Mon Aug 1 202220:29Brandon Clarke May Come Off The Bench This Season
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke is the favorite to hold things down at the four spot until Jaren Jackson Jr. (foot) can return. However, considering head coach Taylor Jenkins values the boost the 25-year-old has provided off the bench since he entered the league in 2019, he may retain that role in 2022-23. Yet, with the Grizzlies lacking experience, Clarke may still end up with the job by default. The former Gonzaga Bulldog has been a reliable producer for the club over the years, averaging 10.9 points and 5.6 rebounds throughout 181 games. If Clarke doesn't start this year, he'll probably get his fair share of minutes, making him an effective fantasy option in all formats.
Source: Damichael ColeRotoBaller.com
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