Portland Trail Blazers DVOA, Stats, & NBA Rankings

Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons (illness) is listed as questionable heading into Friday's game against the Denver Nuggets. It's worth noting that center Donovan Clingan is also dealing with an illness and has been ruled out for this game. It could be something going around the locker room, so more players might be late additions to the injury report. If he sits, Scoot Henderson figures to do more of the ball handling which would increase his fantasy value. Fantasy managers will need to check back closer to tip-off.

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (knee) has been downgraded to out ahead of Friday's game against the Denver Nuggets. In an unsurprising development, Grant has been ruled out for this game after being listed as doubtful coming into it. This marks his fifth absence in a row and it's unclear how much the Blazers plan to use Grant down the stretch of the season. Toumani Camara and Kris Murray should see increased roles once again on Friday. However, Shaedon Sharpe has been benefitting the most from Grant's absence and should continue being a solid fantasy option.

Portland Trail Blazers forwardJerami Grant(knee) is doubtful for Friday against the Denver Nuggets. Grant could sit out a sixth consecutive game due to an issue with his right knee.Deni Avdija's fantasy production has dramatically increased in Grant's absence. Avdija exploded for 31 points, 16 rebounds, eight assists and two blocks in 39 minutes of work during Wednesday's 115-99 win over the Grizzlies.Kris MurrayandMatisse Thybulle couldalso help to fill the void left by Grant if he's out, but they lack fantasy value.