Portland Trail Blazers

Portland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe (abdominal) is set to miss at least two weeks of action. Sharpe has missed each of the last two games before the Blazers decided to shut him down for the next two weeks. After that, Sharpe will be re-evaluated, but could continue to miss time after being looked at again. Kris Murray and Rayan Rupert have been seeing larger roles in the rotation. Murray could be a deep league option while Sharpe is sidelined. Malcolm Brogdon and Matisse Thybulle figure to gain the most value from the loss of Sharpe.

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (knee) has been upgraded to questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Phoenix Suns. The big man has missed the last 10 games due to right knee tendinitis. The fact Ayton was upgraded to questionable instead of having a doubtful tag is a good sign. It's worth noting that Ayton would have a heavy minutes limit if he does end up playing. Until Ayton returns, Duop Reath should continue starting and have decent streaming appeal.

Portland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe (groin) has been ruled out with groin soreness on Friday. After a dreadful 62-point loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, it looks like Sharpe will get the night off. He's had some rough shooting nights lately, which coincided with two losses by a total of 90 points. His last contest was cut short after playing 21 minutes, and that groin injury is what's bothering him in the second half of their back-to-back. Matisse Thybulle is the likely beneficiary from Sharpe's absence, but he produces a mixed bag of results whenever he gets added minutes. Kris Murray may also see some opportunities, but he wouldn't be a trustworthy streamer either.

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (knee) is considered doubtful again on Friday as he continues to deal with right knee tendinitis. Ayton hasn't played since December 23 and there hasn't been any word on when he'll be able to return yet. He continues to draw doubtful tags and then gets downgraded to out as expected. Duop Reath will likely continue to take over the open minutes while Jabari Walker (knee) is set to return and should see some added opportunities as well. Fantasy managers will have to stay tuned for more updates on Ayton as everyone has to wait to hear a more in-depth report on his knee.

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jabari Walker (knee) could be out for another game on Thursday against the Thunder. The team has listed him as questionable for the contest due to left knee tendinitis. The issue has kept Walker out from three games already. Walker's absence has given an opportunity for Toumani Camara, Ibou Badji, and Duop Reath to log more minutes. Reath has been the best fantasy piece from the trio, although his performances also tend to fluctuate.