Memphis Grizzlies DVOA, Stats, & NBA Rankings

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama (elbow) will sit out Wednesday's contest against Charlotte. Memphis completes a back-to-back, and Aldama is getting the night off due to a sore left elbow. With Jaren Jackson Jr. (quadriceps) also missing, Trey Jemison could be carrying a very heavy workload on the Grizzlies' frontcourt, with Wenyen Gabriel, Jake LaRavia, and GG Jackson II also in the mix. Jemison is coming off a career night, which saw him score 24 points and grab eight rebounds against Washington in a 109-97 win. He's in a perfect place to produce a similar performance on Wednesday because the Hornets typically struggle against centers.

Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (quad) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. His status was uncertain coming into this game as he was listed as questionable on the injury report. Trey Jemison figures to see a boost in playing time with Jackson sidelined. He hasn't been a great fantasy asset, but the boost in playing time should make him worth a look in deep leagues.

Memphis Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins said before Tuesday's win over the Washington Wizards that guard Desmond Bane (ankle) has been doing three-on-three basketball activities for the past two weeks and progressed to five-on-five in the past couple of days. Although the Grizzlies expect their star shooting guard to return this season, Bane is doubtful for Wednesday's tilt versus the Charlotte Hornets. Bane was diagnosed with a Grade 3 left ankle sprain following Jan. 12's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. The 25-year-old is averaging a career-high 24.4 points, 5.3 assists, and 3.3 three-pointers over 37 appearances for Memphis and could bolster fantasy playoff rosters down the stretch. Saturday's clash with the Oklahoma City Thunder is a more realistic return date, though. The sharpshooting Luke Kennard will continue to fill the void at point guard until Bane is cleared to play.

The Memphis Grizzlies have listed center Jaren Jackson Jr. (quadriceps) as doubtful for Wednesday's contest versus the Charlotte Hornets. Right quad tendonitis cost Jackson three games from March 1 to March 4, and the big man is expected to sit out his second straight matchup and the second leg of Memphis' back-to-back with the issue after missing Tuesday's home victory over the Washington Wizards. The 23-43 Grizzlies have little incentive at this stage of the season to rush back the reigning Defensive Player of the Year ahead of Saturday's meeting with the Oklahoma City Thunder. Should Santi Aldama (elbow) join Jackson on the sidelines, third-stringer Trey Jemison would be the last traditional big man standing and likely dominate center minutes after racking up a career-high 24 points against Washington.

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward John Konchar (ankle) is regarded as questionable for Tuesday's matchup against Washington. He might have to skip a second consecutive game due to a sore right ankle. Konchar has started each of his last three games and would be in a position to play in the first unit again on Tuesday if he can return. Vince Williams Jr. (knee) will remain out of the lineup, and Jordan Goodwin (Achilles) isn't fully healthy either, carrying a questionable tag. Memphis' injuries have made Jake LaRavia the flavor of the month. The 22-year-old is averaging 14.5 points and 5.2 rebounds for March.