Simons is starting Monday's preseason game against the Kings, Jay Allen of NBC Sports Northwest Rip City Radio 620 reports.

EDGE Analysis

Simons gets the start with Damian Lillard, CJ McCollum and Robert Covington all being held out for rest purposes. He'll man the backcourt along with CJ Elleby.

Simons delivered 27 points (9-13 FG, 9-10 3Pt), four rebounds, four assists and two steals across 24 minutes off the bench in Tuesday's win over the Pacers.

EDGE Analysis

Simons was a key cog in Tuesday's victory, as he set a franchise mark and tied an NBA record by making his first nine three-point attempts. The 27 points also represent a season-high mark for the 2018 first-round pick, who has surpassed the 20-point plateau just twice this season.

Simons managed 13 points (4-8 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-3 FT), three steals, one assist and one rebound in 19 minutes during Tuesday's 113-112 loss to the Clippers.

EDGE Analysis

The three swipes were a season high for Simons as he continued picking up extra time in the absence of Damian Lillard (hamstring). However, Lillard is expected back Wednesday against the Nuggets, so Simons' role is set to diminish.

Simons notched 16 points (5-10 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, two assists, two steals and a block across 30 minutes off the bench in Friday's win over the Spurs.

EDGE Analysis

Simons drained four threes Friday and was one of five Portland players that scored in double digits during this one-point win. The 2018 first-round pick can use this performance as a confidence booster and a way to show the coaching staff he can still provide a spark off the bench, as he had averaged just 5.4 points across 11.5 minutes per game over his prior eight appearances before Friday's tilt.

Simons scored 15 points (5-7 FG, 5-7 3Pt) and added three rebounds and three assists across 25 minutes Friday in the Trail Blazers' 112-105 win over the Magic.

EDGE Analysis

The absence of Damian Lillard (knee) opened up extra run for Simons, who played his most minutes since Feb. 22. Though Simons produced well as a scorer during his time on the court, he'll likely move back into a sub-20-minute role against the Raptors on Sunday, when Lillard is expected to return to action.

Simons (COVID-19 protocols) has been cleared to play in Thursday's game against the Heat, Jamie Hudson of NBC Sports Northwest reports.

EDGE Analysis

Simons' status has vacillated over the last couple of days, but after being listed as questionable Wednesday night, he's now been cleared to return to action. Nassir Little (COVID-19 protocols) will also be available for the Blazers.

Simons (COVID-19 protocols) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against Miami, Aaron Fentress of The Oregonian reports.

EDGE Analysis

Earlier Wednesday, the Blazers listed both Simons and Nassir Little as out, but the pair has now been bumped up to questionable. It's clearly a step in the right direction, though it remains unclear if either player will be available.

Simons (COVID-19 protocols) will not play in Thursday's game against the Heat, Blazers reporter Casey Holdahl reports.

EDGE Analysis

Simons entered the league's health and safety protocols earlier this week, and Thursday will mark his second straight absence. With the Blazers entering a back-to-back set, there's a good chance Simons will miss Friday's game at Orlando, as well.

Simons is in the health and safety protocols, and won't play Tuesday against the Nets, Jamie Hudson of NBC Sports Northwest reports.

EDGE Analysis

Simons and Nassir Little are both late additions to the injury report and unavailable to play versus Brooklyn. It's unclear if either player will miss additional time beyond Tuesday's contest.

Simons took home the Slam Dunk Contest crown at halftime of Sunday's All-Star Game.

EDGE Analysis

With no fans and socially distanced judges, the event didn't carry its normal weight, but all three of Simons, Cassius Stanley and Obi Toppin got up for some impressive dunks. Toppin and Simons vanquished Stanley in the opening round, with Simons sealing his spot by donning a Tracy McGrady Raptors jersey and throwing down a tribute dunk honoring the Hall-of-Famer. In the final, Toppin opted for a between-the-legs dunk from just inside the free throw line, while Simons took a more creative approach, rising up in an attempt to plant a kiss on the front of the rim before throwing it down. While he ultimately whiffed on the kiss by a few inches, the judges still favored the third-year guard in a 3-2 decision.