Simons had a team-high 26 points (9-19 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 5-5 FT), three rebounds and six assists in 38 minutes during Wednesday's 132-121 loss to the Nuggets.

EDGE Analysis

It's the fourth time in the last five games that Simons has topped 20 points, a stretch in which the 25-year-old guard has averaged 23.2 points, 5.6 assists, 4.2 threes and 2.2 boards while shooting 43.8 percent (21-for-48) from beyond the arc. Scoot Henderson (ankle) wasn't available Wednesday while Jerami Grant (knee) and Deandre Ayton (calf) were both missing from the frontcourt, and Simons' usage could remain elevated if the Blazers continue to play shorthanded.

Simons finished Saturday's 114-98 loss to Minnesota with 21 points (9-21 FG, 3-11 3Pt), five assists, three rebounds and one steal in 34 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

Simons was the only member of the Trail Blazers to score more than 20 points in the loss, though he did struggle to find his rhythm from beyond the arc. The 25-year-old also set a team-high mark in assists, and he's now posted 20 or more points in three consecutive contests while averaging 24.3 points, 6.0 assists, 5.0 three-pointers and 2.7 rebounds across 33.3 minutes in that three-game span.

Simons chipped in a game-high 30 points (9-16 FG, 8-12 3Pt, 4-4 FT), two rebounds, six assists and one steal over 34 minutes during Thursday's 108-102 victory over Sacramento.

EDGE Analysis

The 25-year-old guard tied his season high in made three-pointers while leading the Blazers to their sixth straight win. Since sitting out one game in mid-January due to back soreness, Simons has put together an impressive surge, averaging 20.0 points, 5.1 assists, 3.6 threes and 3.0 boards over the last 10 contests while shooting 43.9 percent from beyond the arc.

Simons totaled 22 points (8-16 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and seven assists across 32 minutes during Tuesday's 112-89 win over Indiana.

EDGE Analysis

Simons' consistent production is a key reason for Portland's recent success, which has seen them win five straight and nine of their last 10 with their only loss coming against the Thunder. Over the current five-game winning streak, Simons is averaging 16.8 points, 6.8 assists, 2.8 rebounds and 0.6 steals.

Simons supplied 13 points (4-16 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 3-4 FT), two rebounds, 10 assists and two steals in 42 minutes during Monday's 121-119 overtime win over the Suns.

EDGE Analysis

Although Simons' numbers carry some variance, he's been a mainstay for the Trail Blazers throughout their ups and downs this season. The spotlight will be on Simons and Jerami Grant on Thursday, as both players have been mentioned frequently in trade talks and could go elsewhere by the deadline.

Simons racked up 25 points (9-17 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 3-3 FT), three rebounds and seven assists over 38 minutes during Tuesday's 125-112 win over the Bucks.

EDGE Analysis

Simons has really elevated his game for the Trail Blazers. The team has won four of their last five contests, and Simons has been on fire in January. Over his last 14 appearances, Simons has compiled averages of 20.6 points, 4.6 assists, 3.0 rebounds, 0.6 steals and 3.9 three-pointers on 45.1 percent shooting from the field.

Simons (back) finished Friday's 102-97 win over the Hornets with a game-high 27 points (8-16 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 7-9 FT), five rebounds, two assists and two steals in 37 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

Simons was able to battle through lower-back soreness and suit up for the Trail Blazers on Friday, capitalizing on a favorable matchup with a severely undermanned Hornets team. The star guard has averaged 19.9 points, 4.2 assists, 3.1 rebounds and 4.0 threes while shooting 45.5 percent from long range over his last 10 games. Even though his defensive contributions are limited overall, Simons remains Portland's clear-cut top scoring option going forward.

Simons (back) is available for Friday's game versus the Hornets, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Simons has been upgraded from probable to available Friday despite dealing with lower back soreness. The 25-year-old guard is averaging 20.0 points, 4.8 assists and 2.9 rebounds in 33.7 minutes across his last 10 outings.

Simons is listed as probable for Friday's game versus the Hornets due to lower back soreness.

EDGE Analysis

Simons is expected to suit up Friday despite continuing to deal with a back issue. Simons has been scorching the nets from outside as of late, as he is converting 45.6 percent of his 9.0 three-point attempts per contest across his last 10 appearances.

Simons supplied 21 points (8-15 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and three assists over 32 minutes during Thursday's 101-79 win over the Magic.

EDGE Analysis

Simons led the way for Portland offensively in Thursday's contest, connecting on a team-high mark from three while leading all players in scoring. Simons has connected on three or more threes in three straight contests, tallying at least 20 points in two consecutive outings. He has now recorded at least 20 points and three threes in 20 appearances this season.