Portland Trail Blazers

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (back) will not return to Friday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. Malcolm Brogdon (knee) was ruled out heading into this one. Even worse, Scoot Henderson (quadriceps) also exited after just six minutes of action. But with Grant now dealing with back soreness, he might not be in the lineup when the Blazers meet the Chicago Bulls on Sunday. If that happens, Toumani Camara may take his spot in the rotation. Camara is averaging 7.6 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 1.1 steals in 29 starts. While the 23-year-old hasn't been the most proficient three-point shooter, his ability on the defensive end makes him an adequate streaming option if Grant can't suit up against Chicago.

Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons dominated on Wednesday against the Rockets, posting 33 points, six rebounds, and five assists in the team's 137-131 overtime win on the road. This marked the sixth time this season Simons has scored at least 30 points in a game and his first since January 7th. The 24-year-old shot 13-of-20 from the field, including four-of-nine from three. Portland's next game is on Friday at San Antonio, a contest that should remain close and allow Simons to play significant minutes again. He is averaging 23 points in 33 minutes per game this season.

Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons (illness) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Simons sat out of Friday's game due to an illness, and it appears he's not over it yet. Matisse Thybulle started in his place on Friday and that will likely be the case once again, assuming Simons sits out on Sunday. His absence would also boost the fantasy value of Malcolm Brogdon. Fantasy managers will have to check back on Sunday for another update.

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (knee) is listed as probable for Friday and is set to make his return from his 12-game absence. Before the injury, the former number-one overall pick was averaging over 13 points and almost 11 rebounds in 31 minutes in his first season in Portland. In his absence, Duop Reath has turned some heads and could figure to have earned a more stable role in the rotation. Ayton's minutes could be slightly restricted to start, but it will be worth monitoring if he goes back to his normal role after a few games.

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (knee) is considered probable ahead of Friday's game against the Indiana Pacers. The big man appears to be ready to make his first appearance since December 23. Ayton was expected to play on Wednesday, but the icy roads stopped him from getting to the game. The assumption is he'll play ready to go on Friday, but there is no word on a minutes limit. Regardless, Duop Reath is going to take a significant hit in value once Ayton gets back on the court.