Grizzlies' Desmond Bane: Comes close to triple-double
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Bane accumulated 22 points (9-16 FG, 4-5 3Pt), 10 rebounds, eight assists and two steals in 30 minutes during Saturday's 125-91 win over the Heat.
The Grizzlies were without Ja Morant (shoulder) in this game, but that didn't prevent them from securing a huge win, and Bane played a pivotal role in the victory. Luke Kennard started in place of Morant, meaning Bane operated as the primary playmaker and finished just two assists away from a triple-double. Bane has been playing at a high level of late and is averaging 21.0 points, 8.6 rebounds, 6.0 assists and a combined 1.7 steals-plus-blocks in eight outings this month.
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Grizzlies' Desmond Bane: Struggles with shot Friday
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Bane posted 12 points (5-16 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 0-1 FT), six rebounds and three assists across 26 minutes during Friday's 133-124 loss to the Cavaliers.
Ja Morant led the way for the Grizzlies with an outstanding 44-point effort, but Bane, who has found a way to step up on a regular basis in recent weeks, was unable to follow suit. The veteran forward had a rough showing on offense, and at least from an efficiency perspective, this was one of his worst outings of the campaign. Bane is still averaging a solid line of 20.9 points, 8.4 rebounds and 5.7 assists per game since the beginning of March, so he should find a way to bounce back sooner than later -- possibly against the Heat on Saturday in the second leg of this back-to-back set.
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Grizzlies' Desmond Bane: Misses out on double-double
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Bane totaled 17 points (6-14 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, nine assists, one block and one steal over 33 minutes during Wednesday's 122-115 victory over the Jazz.
Bane recorded a team-high nine assists during Wednesday's win. Bane's efficient shooting from beyond the arc is a welcome sight, as he is converting just 29.3 percent of his 5.8 three-point attempts per contest across his last 10 outings.
Bane closed with 30 points (13-23 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds, eight assists and two steals in 38 minutes during Sunday's 107-104 victory over the Pelicans.
Bane was coming off a 27-point, 16-rebound effort in the win over the Mavericks on Friday, and he also notched a triple-double against the Hawks on Monday. Even though Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson (ankle) are the go-to options on offense for the Grizzlies, there's no doubt Bane is making the most of the expanded role he's having with Jackson sidelined. Bane has scored at least 24 points in five of his last six contests.
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Grizzlies' Desmond Bane: Fills stat sheet in win
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Bane chipped in 27 points (11-24 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 16 rebounds, six assists, two blocks and three steals over 38 minutes during Friday's 122-111 win over the Mavericks.
Ja Morant led the way in scoring for the Grizzlies with a 31-point output, but Bane had the better fantasy line when looking at his all-around contributions. He ended with at least two tallies in each of the six major categories, including three-pointers made, and he made his presence on both ends of the court while also grabbing a season-high mark in rebounds. This was Bane's sixth double-double of the season, and that tendency to fill the stat sheet makes him a valuable asset across all formats. He's averaging 21.5 points, 8.0 rebounds, 5.9 assists and a combined 2.1 steals-plus-blocks in eight outings since the All-Star break.
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Grizzlies' Desmond Bane: Scores 15 points
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Bane accumulated 15 points (5-14 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-5 FT), six rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 33 minutes during Wednesday's 120-103 loss to the Thunder.
Bane was unable to build off his most recent performance, as he notched a 35-point, 10-rebound, 10-assist triple-double in a loss vs. Atlanta on March 3, but at least he reached the 15-point mark once again. Bane is averaging 20.7 points, 6.9 boards and 5.9 assists per game since the end of the All-Star break.
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Grizzlies' Desmond Bane: Records triple-double in return
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Bane (hip) finished with 35 points (9-19 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 14-14 FT), 10 rebounds and 10 assists in 35 minutes during Monday's 132-130 loss to the Hawks.
Monday marked the first triple-double of Bane's career, as he returned from a one-game absence and stepped up for the Grizzlies in the absence of star floor general Ja Morant (shoulder). Bane has seen an increase in usage and fantasy value during instances in which Morant is out, with the former averaging 24.2 points, 8.0 assists, 6.6 rebounds, 1.0 steals and 2.5 three-pointers over his last 11 appearances when the latter has been unavailable. Look for Bane to handle a similar role if Morant can't play in Wednesday's showdown with the Thunder, especially if Jaren Jackson's ankle injury costs him additional time as well.
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Grizzlies' Desmond Bane: Appears past hip injury
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Bane (hip) is not listed on the Grizzlies' injury report ahead of Monday's game against the Hawks.
Bane wasn't able to play during Saturday's loss to the Spurs due to left hip soreness. The injury doesn't appear severe enough to necessitate a second absence, and Bane should be available to play Monday barring any setbacks. He finished the month of February having averaged 20.0 points, 7.1 rebounds, 5.1 assists and 1.0 steals over 35.3 minutes per game.
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Grizzlies' Desmond Bane: Out Saturday
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Bane (hip) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Spurs.
Bane and Ja Morant (shoulder) have both been downgraded to out for the second half of this back-to-back set, but Luke Kennard (back) will be available. Bane should return to action Monday versus Atlanta, while Kennard, Jaylen Wells, John Konchar and Scotty Pippen will handle increased roles Saturday.
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Grizzlies' Desmond Bane: Double-doubles in defeat
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Bane chipped in 24 points (9-17 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 6-6 FT), 12 rebounds, four assists and one steal across 35 minutes during Friday's 114-113 loss to New York.
Bane stuffed the stat sheet in the loss, posting his seventh double-double through 48 regular-season appearances. However, the sharpshooter struggled from beyond the arc, and over his last five outings, he has shot only 25.8 percent from downtown. The 26-year-old guard has averaged 19.0 points, 6.4 rebounds, 6.0 assists, 1.6 three-pointers and 1.2 steals across 36.4 minutes per contest in that five-game span.
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Grizzlies' Desmond Bane: Suiting up vs. New York
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Bane (groin) is available for Friday's game against the Knicks.
Bane was initially deemed questionable due to left groin soreness, but the issue won't prevent him from playing. Bane is averaging 19.5 points, 6.5 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.0 steals across 35.4 minutes per game since the beginning of February.
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Grizzlies' Desmond Bane: Added to injury report
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Bane (groin) is questionable for Friday's game against the Knicks.
Left groin soreness is a new issue for Bane, who hasn't sat out since the Feb. 5 win over the Raptors. The Grizzlies could have the star guard go through pregame warmups Friday before deciding on his status. If Bane cannot suit up against New York, Luke Kennard stands out as the most likely candidate to step into Memphis' starting lineup.
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Grizzlies' Desmond Bane: Hands out nine assists
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Bane supplied 25 points (8-15 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 6-6 FT), three rebounds, nine assists and two steals across 43 minutes during Tuesday's 151-148 overtime victory over the Suns.
This was Bane's fourth game of the campaign with at least nine dimes. He was coming off a dud with seven points against Cleveland on Sunday, but's been solid in eight February games for the most part. In that span, he put up averages of 19.5 points, 6.5 rebounds, 5.3 assists, 1.0 steals and 2.5 three-pointers.
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Grizzlies' Desmond Bane: Paces team with 23 points
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Bane recorded 23 points (8-17 FG, 6-11 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds and four assists over 37 minutes during Wednesday's 128-114 loss to the Clippers.
With Ja Morant (knee) on the sidelines, Bane propped up the backcourt with a 16-point flourish in the first quarter before cooling off later in the game. The standout swingman has scored at least 20 points in five consecutive contests.
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Grizzlies' Desmond Bane: Hits for 20 points in win
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Bane supplied 20 points (6-13 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 6-7 FT), eight rebounds, four assists and one steal over 35 minutes during Tuesday's 119-112 win over Phoenix.
Bane had a strong shooting night, and his high rebound total helped out his bottom line immensely. Bane recorded 20 points for the second consecutive night after missing two games with an ankle sprain. He's not on a minute restriction and seems fully recovered, which is good news for a Memphis team that needs a healthy backcourt to remain effective.
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Grizzlies' Desmond Bane: Playing Saturday vs. OKC
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Bane (ankle) is available for Saturday's game against the Thunder.
Bane has been sidelined for the Grizzlies' last two games due to a left ankle sprain, but he has progressed enough in his recovery to return Saturday. Bane's return will likely send Luke Kennard back to the bench. Bane averaged 21.3 points on 55.8 percent shooting (including 48.9 percent from three on 4.7 3PA/G), 6.4 assists, 5.3 rebounds and 1.1 steals over 33.2 minutes per game over his last 10 outings prior to his injury.
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Grizzlies' Desmond Bane: Iffy against Oklahoma City
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Bane (ankle) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus the Thunder.
Bane missed Memphis' previous two contests due to a left ankle sprain. Still, his questionable status for Saturday is a good sign that he isn't expected to remain sidelined for a significant period. However, if Bane is downgraded to out, Luke Kennard will likely receive increased playing time.
Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins said prior to Monday's 128-109 win over the Spurs that Bane has been diagnosed with a left foot sprain following an MRI and will miss some time, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.
While Jenkins didn't offer a definitive timeline for Bane's return, the coach said that the Grizzlies came away encouraged by the results of the MRI, which ruled out a more significant injury. In any case, Bane will most likely miss a second straight game Wednesday in Toronto, and his availability for the Grizzlies' remaining three games before the All-Star break would also appear to be in jeopardy. Luke Kennard entered the starting five at shooting guard in Bane's stead Monday, finishing with two points, three assists, one rebound and one steal in 22 minutes.
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Grizzlies' Desmond Bane: Puts up 24 points in win
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Bane finished with 24 points (10-15 FG, 4-7 3Pt), two rebounds, eight assists and one block across 34 minutes during Wednesday's 132-120 victory over Charlotte.
Bane has surpassed the 20-point plateau in six games in a row, and the former TCU standout continues to play at a high level as one of the Grizzlies' primary offensive weapons. He's averaging 22.5 points, 6.0 assists, 4.2 rebounds and 1.8 steals per game during that prolific six-game stretch.
Bane logged 22 points (7-14 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, five assists and two steals across 37 minutes during Monday's 108-106 victory over the Timberwolves.
Even though Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson could have bigger roles on offense on a more regular basis, there's no question Bane has found a way to stand out as a reliable scoring threat for Memphis. He's scored at least 20 points in five games in a row, averaging 22.2 points, 5.6 assists, 4.6 rebounds and 2.2 steals per game in that span.
