Memphis Grizzlies

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward John Konchar (heel) will likely miss a third consecutive game on Saturday versus the Magic. He's on the injury report as doubtful with right heel soreness. Konchar's absence increases the fantasy value of Scotty Pippen Jr., GG Jackson II, and Jake LaRavia. Luke Kennard, who's returning to the lineup on Saturday after sitting out five games, also has a better opportunity to make an impact with Konchar unavailable. If Konchar can't return on Saturday, he will have to wait for Monday's matchup against Detroit to get his next opportunity.

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Vince Williams Jr. (knee) will remain sidelined for a 10th consecutive game on Saturday versus Orlando. The 23-year-old is still dealing with a left knee issue and will have the next opportunity to return on Monday against Detroit. GG Jackson II and Jake LaRavia should continue to feature heavily for the Grizzlies without Williams Jr, although Saturday's matchup is an uncomfortable one for Memphis against a slow-paced team that has a very good defense.

Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane (back) won't be available for Saturday's clash with Orlando. The team has ruled him out for the contest with back soreness. Bane has averaged 18.6 points and 6.8 assists in 33.3 minutes across five games since returning from an ankle injury that kept him sidelined for nearly two months. With Bane unavailable, Scotty Pippen Jr. has a good chance to keep his recent momentum going. He's posted 13.8 points, 4.5 assists, and 2.0 steals over his last four appearances.

Memphis Grizzlies guard Luke Kennard (personal) appears ready to rejoin the lineup on Saturday versus Orlando, as the team has removed him from the injury report. Kennard has been absent for the past five games for personal reasons. The 27-year-old has averaged 12.4 points and 5.1 assists for the month and should continue to fill a big role on offense, with Desmond Bane (back) ruled out for Saturday and Vince Williams Jr. (knee) remaining on the shelf.

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward John Konchar (heel) won't return to the lineup on Wednesday versus the Lakers. The team has downgraded Konchar from doubtful to out, meaning he sits out a second consecutive contest. With Luke Kennard (personal) also unavailable, Scotty Pippen Jr. and Jordan Goodwin get extra work on the Grizzlies backcourt. Both have gotten some playing time as starters recently, although Goodwin didn't see any action in the last game against Denver, and it's very difficult to predict how the rotation will work out on Wednesday.