The Kings acquired LaRavia from the Grizzlies on Thursday in a three-team deal that also involves the Wizards, NBA reporter Chris Haynes reports.
Memphis will receive guard Johnny Davis, center Marvin Bagley (knee) and three second-round picks in the deal, while Washington will acquire guard Marcus Smart, center Alex Len, forward Colby Jones and a 2025 first-round pick. The Grizzlies declined LaRavia's 2025-26 team option in late October, a decision the club may regret after he produced well in his opportunities. In 47 appearances this season, the forward averaged 7.3 points, 4.4 rebounds and 2.8 assists across 20.9 minutes. The 2022 first-round pick should slot in as a backup behind both DeMar DeRozan and Keegan Murray, a role that will likely afford him a handful of minutes per contest.
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Grizzlies' Jake LaRavia: Records four steals
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LaRavia racked up six points (2-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and four steals in 24 minutes during Monday's 128-109 win over San Antonio.
LaRavia recorded a career-high four steals in the win. Although he's been playing a sizable role with the second unit, that could come to an end shortly -- Marcus Smart (finger) and Vince Williams (ankle) are nearing returns from their respective injuries, and GG Jackson appears to be turning a corner with his play.
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Grizzlies' Jake LaRavia: Handles light role in return
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LaRavia (back) tallied two points (1-2 FG), four rebounds and two steals across 13 minutes Monday in the Grizzlies' 143-106 loss to the Knicks.
LaRavia made his return to action after missing the Grizzlies' previous three games with a lumbar stress reaction. The third-year forward has averaged 21.6 minutes per game over 43 appearances on the season, but his playing time could remain more sparse moving forward while the Grizzlies have nearly their entire rotation at full health, with the exceptions of Marcus Smart (finger) and Vince Williams (ankle). Though LaRavia was able to pick up some playing time while Monday's contest was competitive, four of his minutes came late in the fourth quarter, when he checked back into the game when the Grizzlies were trailing by 34 points and had essentially conceded defeat.
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Grizzlies' Jake LaRavia: Will play Monday
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LaRavia (back) is available for Monday's game against the Knicks.
LaRavia will return from a three-game absence due to a lumbar stress reaction Monday. The forward has received inconsistent playing time this season, and over his last five appearances, he has averaged 4.8 points, 4.6 rebounds, 1.2 steals and 1.0 assists in 18.4 minutes per contest.
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Grizzlies' Jake LaRavia: Questionable to play Monday
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LaRavia (back) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Knicks.
LaRavia has been sidelined for Memphis' last three games due to a lumbar stress reaction, but he has a chance to make his return Monday. In his nine appearances prior to missing time with the injury, the third-year forward averaged 6.4 points, 4.1 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 0.8 steals over 20.8 minutes per game.
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Grizzlies' Jake LaRavia: Not playing against Utah
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LaRavia (back) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Jazz.
LaRavia will be sidelined for a third straight game due to lower back soreness, and his next opportunity to play will be against the Knicks on Monday. GG Jackson and John Konchar should continue to see increased playing time off the bench due to LaRavia's absence.
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Grizzlies' Jake LaRavia: Unlikely to play against Utah
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LaRavia (back) is listed as doubtful for Saturday's game versus the Pelicans.
LaRavia is expected to miss his third straight contest Saturday due to lower back soreness. With Santi Aldama (illness) already ruled out, GG Jackson and John Konchar should receive increased playing time.
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Grizzlies' Jake LaRavia: Ruled out for Friday
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LaRavia (back) has been ruled out for Friday's game against New Orleans.
LaRavia will miss his second consecutive contest due to low back soreness, and his next chance to suit up will come Saturday against the Jazz. With Santi Aldama (illness) at risk of joining LaRavia on the sideline, Brandon Clarke, Luke Kennard and John Konchar could all see a slight uptick in playing time off the bench.
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Grizzlies' Jake LaRavia: Not playing Wednesday
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LaRavia (back) is out for Wednesday's game against the Hornets.
LaRavia was initially deemed doubtful to play Wednesday, so his absence isn't surprising. His next chance to feature will come against the Pelicans on Friday.
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Grizzlies' Jake LaRavia: Provides boost off bench Monday
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LaRavia posted 12 points (5-7 FG, 2-3 3Pt), seven rebounds and two steals in 21 minutes during Monday's 120-118 loss to the Rockets.
LaRavia provided a boost off Memphis' bench with an efficient 12 points and seven boards, also picking up two steals Monday. The 23-year-old forward is now averaging 8.2 points, 3.8 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 0.7 steals and 0.8 threes in 21.4 minutes through his last six outings. With the Grizzlies' frontcourt healthy at the moment, LaRavia should remain stuck in a clear reserve role going forward, thus reducing his fantasy upside.
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Grizzlies' Jake LaRavia: Hands out career-high 10 assists
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LaRavia totaled 17 points (5-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 6-8 FT), four rebounds and a career-high 10 assists over 32 minutes during Saturday's 121-113 loss to the Warriors.
LaRavia handed out a career-high 10 assists Saturday, stepping up as a distributor off the bench in a big way amid the ongoing absence of star playmaker Ja Morant (shoulder). Still, LaRavia remains a hit-or-miss fantasy option for the most part, as he's averaging just 9.3 points, 4.4 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 0.8 steals and 1.5 threes in 19.7 minutes over his last eight games. The 2022 first-round pick is shooting a sizzling 66.7 percent from deep during this stretch, though. If Luke Kennard (hamstring) remains out for Monday's game against the Mavericks, LaRavia should play a defined role from Memphis' second unit once again.
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Grizzlies' Jake LaRavia: Suiting up Friday
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LaRavia (ankle) is available for Friday's game against the Kings.
LaRavia missed the win over the Suns on Tuesday, but the former Wake Forest standout will return from a one-game absence. Expect him to see his regular workload off the bench.
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Grizzlies' Jake LaRavia: Questionable to play Friday
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LaRavia (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against the Kings.
LaRavia missed a game for the first time this season in the win over the Suns on Tuesday, and the former Wake Forest star could be in danger of missing a second straight contest. His absence isn't likely to generate a lot of noise in fantasy, though. The third-year forward is averaging 6.9 points, 3.9 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.1 steals per game over his last 10 appearances.
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Grizzlies' Jake LaRavia: Won't go Tuesday
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LaRavia (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Suns.
LaRavia suffered a right ankle sprain during Sunday's matchup against Oklahoma City, and it'll force him to miss at least one additional game. Look for Luke Kennard and John Konchar to see more opportunities while the team contends with the injury bug.
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Grizzlies' Jake LaRavia: Injures right ankle Sunday
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LaRavia did not return to Sunday's 130-106 loss to the Thunder due to a right ankle sprain. He finished with zero points (0-1 FG), two rebounds and two assists over 14 minutes.
LaRavia checked out of the contest early in the fourth quarter and was initially listed as doubtful to return. The Grizzlies were facing a large deficit that may have factored into the decision to hold him out, but the severity of the sprain should be determined over the next day or two. LaRavia is in danger of missing Tuesday's game against the Suns, and if he were to be sidelined, it would open the door for more playing time for Cam Spencer and John Konchar on the wing.
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Grizzlies' Jake LaRavia: Plays well off bench
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LaRavia had 11 points (4-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-6 FT), three rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal in 22 minutes during Sunday's 136-121 victory over the Pacers.
LaRavia was coming off a dud against the Pelicans on Friday but bounced back nicely Sunday in what was his eighth game of the campaign with double-digit points. The Grizzlies are using a deep rotation right now, and LaRavia's sporadic production has made him hard to trust outside of deeper fantasy leagues.
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Grizzlies' Jake LaRavia: Tallies three blocks in loss
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LaRavia racked up eight points (3-11 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds, five assists and three blocks in 28 minutes during Tuesday's 122-110 loss to the Nuggets.
LaRavia matched his season high with three blocks, falling just short of his second double-double of the season. Once again, the Grizzlies have been dealt a rough go of things when it comes to injuries, allowing LaRavia to play a larger role than expected. Having just returned from injury, Vince Williams left this game with an ankle concern, potentially opening up some more playing time for LaRavia moving forward.
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Grizzlies' Jake LaRavia: Hands out six assists
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LaRavia notched six points (2-5 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, six assists and two steals in 32 minutes during Monday's 106-104 loss to the Nets.
LaRavia matched his career-best mark of six assists in the loss. With the Grizzlies dealing with a handful of injuries, LaRavia has been getting a ton of run. Through eight games, the forward has played 26.3 minutes per night, averaging 7.4 points, 5.9 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 0.8 three-pointers.
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Grizzlies' Jake LaRavia: Not starting Saturday
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LaRavia won't start Saturday's game against the 76ers, Sam DiGiovanni of ClutchPoints.com reports.
LaRavia was initially listed with the starters but will actually remain in his bench role. After a slow start, LaRavia has picked up the pace over the last three games, averaging 10.3 points, 8.7 rebounds and 4.3 assists in 30.0 minutes per game.
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Grizzlies' Jake LaRavia: Starting vs. Philadelphia
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LaRavia is in the Grizzlies' starting five for Saturday's game against the 76ers.
LaRavia will make his first start of the 2024-25 regular season Saturday as Santi Aldama retreats to the bench. LaRavia is coming off his first double-double of the season against the Bucks on Thursday, and he finished that game with 11 points, 10 rebounds, three assists and two steals across 33 minutes.