Memphis

Grizzlies

Stewart has missed the Grizzlies’ last two games, most recently sitting out Monday’s win over the Raptors. With Quinten Post (concussion) unavailable, Taylor Hendricks could move into the rotation if Beef Stew remains out.

Post suffered a head injury during the first quarter of Monday’s win over the Raptors and did not return. If Isaiah Stewart (knee) is available, he can absorb the minutes that would have gone to Post.

Jerome has been an absolute scoring machine for Memphis, delivering at least 20 points in seven of nine contests this season. The 29-year-old point guard matched a season-high by knocking down five three-pointers while supplying his usual diet of driving layups and off-balance mid-range floaters. He’s significantly outperformed preseason expectations, delivering second-round fantasy value so far, averaging 26.7 points through his first nine games. He’s shown zero signs of slowing down and should continue to serve as the Grizzlies’ main offensive weapon.

Boozer put together one of his strongest performances of the year in this one, eclipsing the 20-point mark for the third time, shooting an extremely efficient 53 percent from the floor. His 16 field goal attempts were his second-most in a game so far. The 19-year-old rookie sensation is averaging a respectable 16.2 points, 9.8 rebound, 5.5 assists, 0.4 steals and 0.6 blocks through 10 games. His all-around skillset is going to make him an immensely impactful fantasy contributor in the near future, but there are going to be some natural ebbs and flows during his rookie campaign.

Grant came through with his best performance of the entire season, going a perfect 3-of-3 from downtown to provide a spark off the bench for Memphis. The 32-year-old came over from the Trail Blazers in the Ja Morant trade over the summer and has mostly come off the bench in his Grizzlies debut. He can be safely ignored in most fantasy leagues.

Less than two minutes into his first stint on the court, Post suffered a head injury that will likely end his night. With Isaiah Stewart (knee) already out, Taylor Hendricks has entered the Grizzlies’ rotation.

Absent from the initial injury report submitted by the Grizzlies, Saunders’ name has been added back on. The rookie, who tore his ACL in February while at BYU, isn’t ready to make his NBA debut just yet.

Saunders, whose final season at BYU ended in February after a torn ACL, could make his NBA debut on Monday. The versatile wing was one of the best perimeter shooters in this draft class, and that’s an area where he could potentially provide value in Memphis. For now, Saunders should only be rostered in dynasty leagues.

Stewart remains out with a bone bruise in his right knee. That leaves Quinten Post to take on the backup center role behind starter Zach Edey.

Jerome was effective inside the three-point line, but went just 2-for-7 from distance on a night where Memphis shot just 22 percent (10-for-45) from downtown. The 29-year-old point guard has been a revelation for fantasy managers, topping the 20-point mark on six occasions through eight games to open the year. The Grizzlies have dropped two straight after an impressive six-game winning streak to open the season. They’ll attempt to turn things around when they kick off a four-game week with a road matchup against the Raptors on Monday before facing the Nuggets, Pelicans and Nets.