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Murray

Murray is available after the Blazers listed him as probable on the initial injury report. His availability will not impact fantasy basketball, especially with Jerami Grant back in action.

Murray returned to action on Friday after a two-game absence, tallying two points, three rebounds, and one assist in 16 minutes against the Kings. There isn’t much to gain from rostering him in fantasy leagues, even if Jerami Grant (knee) remains sidelined.

Murray and Banton are available for Friday’s game and will be in the rotation. Jerami Grant’s absence opens up minutes, and even more would be available if Scoot Henderson (game-time decision) also sits. Banton offers a slightly higher upside than Murray, but neither is a must-roster player.

Murray is trending toward a return after missing Portland’s last two games, good news for a team likely to be without Jerami Grant (doubtful). However, in most fantasy leagues, Murray isn’t worth the risk, even if Grant cannot play.

Murray has missed Portland’s last two games with a bruised sternum, leaving the Blazers shorthanded within their bench rotation. While his absence hasn’t impacted fantasy basketball, Rayan Rupert played more rotation minutes on Wednesday against the Pacers. Rupert isn’t worth streaming.

Murray will miss a second straight game, freeing up minutes for Rayan Rupert. While Rupert played extended minutes in Monday’s blowout loss to the Grizzlies, it isn’t enough to make him relevant in most fantasy leagues.

Murray missed their last game, which opened the door for Rayan Rupert and Jabari Walker to play 20+ minutes off the bench in a blowout loss. If Murray remains out, both guys will see extra minutes if the score gets lopsided, though they likely won’t play enough to be worth consideration for a streaming spot, especially on day with 14 games.

Thybulle injured his ankle while ramping up from a right knee procedure that he underwent shortly before the season started, but this setback will keep him sidelined until at least the middle of December. It’s unfortunate news for Thybulle, but it won’t have any direct impact on their recent rotations.

Henderson and Murray’s absences from Monday’s game leaves Portland with few bench options. Dalano Banton and Rayan Rupert will play additional minutes, with the former worthy of deep-league streaming consideration.

If everyone is healthy, Murray’s availability will not significantly impact fantasy basketball, as he slots in behind Jerami Grant in the rotation. However, Grant is also questionable for Monday due to illness. If he cannot play, Murray (if cleared) would be in line for additional playing time, likely as a spot starter.