Raptors' Gary Trent: Early season struggles continue
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Trent racked up three points (1-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt) and one assist over 21 minutes during Tuesday's 126-107 loss to Orlando.
Trent was ordinary in the loss Tuesday, ending with just three points in 21 minutes. After a pair of promising campaigns, his production has fallen off a cliff to begin the 2023-24 season. Despite what could be a favorable situation, his lack of assertiveness and limited skill set means he should be viewed as a points and threes streamer, at best.
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Raptors' Gary Trent: Back to bench
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Trent won't start Sunday's game against the Pistons, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
With O.G. Anunoby (finger) sidelined, Trent drew a spot start Friday, posting 14 points (4-9 FG), two rebounds, one assist and one steal in 31 minutes during a loss to Boston. However, Anunoby has been cleared to return and will reclaim his usual spot in the starting five. As a reserve (seven appearances), Trent has averaged 9.4 points, 2.6 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.0 steals in 26.1 minutes per game.
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Raptors' Gary Trent: Scores 14 as starter
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Trent posted 14 points (4-9 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), two rebounds, one assist and one steal in 31 minutes during Friday's 108-105 loss to Boston.
O.G. Anunoby (finger) missed his third straight game, so it was Trent who got the start Friday after he missed the past few games with a foot injury. He's been relatively quiet compared to previous seasons, as he came into Friday's game with averages of 10.4 points, 2.5 rebounds, 1.0 steals and 1.9 three-pointers. If Anunoby misses more time, Trent is a clear beneficiary.
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Raptors' Gary Trent: Good to go against Boston
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Trent (foot) is available for Friday's game versus the Celtics, Aaron Rose of SI.com reports.
Trent has been upgraded from probable to available Friday after missing the previous three games with a foot injury. The 24-year-old guard is averaging 10.4 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 27.1 minutes across his first eight appearances this season.
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Raptors' Gary Trent: Expected to play Friday
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Trent (foot) participated in Thursday's practice and is probable for Friday's game versus the Celtics, Aaron Rose of SI.com reports.
Trent has missed Toronto's last three contests with a foot injury but will have his status upgraded to probable Friday. If he's able to return, Malachi Flynn and Gradey Dick will likely see a decrease in their minutes.
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Raptors' Gary Trent: Officially ruled out
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Trent (foot) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Bucks, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.
Trent was doubtful for Wednesday's matchup, so it isn't very surprising to see him officially ruled out for a third consecutive game. Gradey Dick, Jalen McDaniels and Malachi Flynn could see increased run once again Wednesday.
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Raptors' Gary Trent: Doubtful for Wednesday
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Trent (foot) is doubtful for Wednesday's contest against the Bucks.
Trent has missed back-to-back games due to plantar fasciitis in his right foot and will likely be sidelined for a third consecutive contest Wednesday. Gradey Dick, Jalen McDaniels and Malachi Flynn are candidates for increased roles until Trent is cleared to suit up again.
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Raptors' Gary Trent: Won't play Monday
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Trent (foot) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Wizards, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Trent continues to deal with plantar fasciitis in his right foot and will be sidelined for a second consecutive matchup Monday. Gradey Dick, Jalen McDaniels and Malachi Flynn could see increased playing time once again.
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Raptors' Gary Trent: Listed as questionable
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Trent (foot) is questionable for Monday's game against the Wizards.
Trent missed Saturday's loss to Boston due to plantar fasciitis in his right foot and may miss a second straight contest Monday. However, the backup guard was initially listed as doubtful for Saturday's matchup, so he's at least made a slight improvement. If Trent is ruled out again, Gradey Dick and Jalen McDaniels would be candidates for increased playing time.
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Raptors' Gary Trent: Inactive Saturday
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Trent (foot) will not play Saturday against Boston, Eric Koreen of The Athletic reports
Trent is dealing with plantar fasciitis in his right foot. Saturday will mark Trent's first absence of the season, with Gradey Dick and Jalen McDaniels being likely candidates to absorb his workload.
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Raptors' Gary Trent: Unlikely to play against Boston
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Trent is listed as doubtful for Saturday's game versus the Celtics due to right foot plantar fasciitis.
Trent will likely miss his first game of the season Saturday due to a nagging foot injury. Gradey Dick and Garrett Temple are candidates to receive increased minutes in his absence.
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Raptors' Gary Trent: Drills season-high four threes
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Trent provided 16 points (6-11 FG, 4-8 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist and one steal in 26 minutes during Wednesday's 127-116 win over the Mavericks.
Trent's role and production have been unstable to start the year despite Toronto's need for three-point shooting. He's not a 12-team must-roster fantasy player at the moment, and he's mostly useful for managers who need to stream in some threes with steals potential.
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Raptors' Gary Trent: Falls flat Monday
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Trent recorded three points (1-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-3 FT), one rebound, two assists and one steal over 19 minutes during Monday's 99-91 loss to Portland.
With O.G. Anunoby (leg) sidelined, Trent got a spot start Saturday against the 76ers and fared well, scoring 17 points (6-16 FG) in 33 minutes. However, Anunoby returned to action Monday, sending Trent back to a bench role. In three games off the bench this season, Trent has played 27, 36 and 19 minutes, respectively. Last year, he started 44 of 66 appearances and averaged 32.1 minutes per game. Even with Fred VanVleet out of town, it appears that Trent's reserve role will remain inconsistent.
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Raptors' Gary Trent: Back in bench role
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Trent isn't starting Monday's game against the Trail Blazers, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Trent received a chance to start Saturday's contest against the 76ers with O.G. Anunoby (leg) out, and he fared well by pouring in 17 points and adding two rebounds and a steal in 33 minutes. Trent logged 27 and 36 minutes off the bench in his first two games of the 2023-24 campaign, so he should still play a big role in Toronto's rotation even with Anunoby back.
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Raptors' Gary Trent: Starting against 76ers
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Trent is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the 76ers, Doug Smith of the Toronto Star reports.
Trent slides into the starting lineup in place of the injured O.G. Anunoby (leg). Trent is coming off a solid outing against the Bulls on Friday, racking up 16 points and five rebounds across 36 minutes.
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Raptors' Gary Trent: Good to go Wednesday
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Trent (rest) isn't on the injury report for Wednesday's game versus the Timberwolves.
Trent is set to play in Wednesday's season opener after sitting out Toronto's preseason finale for rest purposes. The 24-year-old guard is expected to be one of the Raptor's first options off the bench in the backcourt.
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Raptors' Gary Trent: Out for rest
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Trent won't play in Friday's preseason finale against the Wizards due to rest purposes, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Trent was a late scratch after it was reported Toronto would have its entire roster available. There's no injury to report, so the backup shooting guard should be available for the regular-season opener against Minnesota on Oct. 25.
Trent expects to operate off the bench during the 2023-24 campaign, Eric Koreen of The Athletic reports.
Trent started 69 of 70 appearances in 2021-22 and 44 of 66 games in 2022-23. After the departure of Fred VanVleet this offseason, many expected Trent to get more starts this season, but it appears Dennis Schroder will replace VanVleet as the starting point guard, while Trent leads the second unit. This may actually be beneficial to Trent's fantasy value, as he'll presumably handle more usage than he would with the starters. As a reserve last year, Trent averaged 14.8 points (46/40/78 shooting splits), 2.6 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.5 steals in 27.1 minutes.
