Chris Andersen PF/C FA Wed 4/20/16 10:07 AM
Chris Andersen
PF/C FA
Andersen had four points (2-2 FG) and eight rebounds in 24 minutes during the Grizzlies' 94-68 loss to the Spurs on Tuesday.
EDGE Analysis
Through the first two playoff games, Anderson has pulled down 17 rebounds in 41 minutes, but the Grizzlies have been blown out of the water in both contests. The 37-year-old played solid defense against San Antonio's Tim Duncan, who scored only three points Tuesday, but the Spurs' defense is just on a whole other level. Anderson has never been a primetime scorer, and he should not be expected to breakout offensively in this series, but he is capable of boxing out and hauling in boards.
Chris Andersen PF/C FA Wed 4/13/16 10:25 AM
Chris Andersen
PF/C FA
Andersen had eight points (4-7 FG, 0-2 3Pt), five rebounds, and two steals across 21 minutes during the Grizzlies' 110-84 loss to the Clippers on Tuesday.
EDGE Analysis
Anderson has eclipsed 20 minutes in six of the last 10 games. However, he is posting just 4.3 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 1.2 steals in 19 minutes through six April affairs. The Grizzlies take on the Warriors in Wednesday's regular season finale, and Anderson totaled six points, four rebounds, two steals, and one dime in 14 minutes versus Golden State this past Saturday.
Chris Andersen PF/C FA Sat 3/26/16 11:18 AM
Chris Andersen
PF/C FA
Andersen compiled 13 points (6-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt), seven rebounds, two assists, and one steal in 37 minutes during the Grizzlies' 110-104 loss to the Spurs on Friday.
EDGE Analysis
Anderson's three-pointer was just the 14th of his NBA career, but the 37-year-old scored a season-high 13 points in a season-high 37 minutes Friday. The Grizzlies have a rematch with the Spurs on Monday.
Chris Andersen PF/C FA Wed 3/23/16 9:07 AM
Chris Andersen
PF/C FA
Andersen (shoulder) managed eight points (4-5 FG) and three rebounds in 16 minutes during the Grizzlies' 107-100 loss to the Lakers on Tuesday.
EDGE Analysis
Andersen returned from a nine-game absence with a shoulder subluxation, and drew the start on Tuesday. However, he saw just 16 minutes, and should not be expected to play much more than that going forward. As a result, he can safely be left on waiver wires across all fantasy formats.
Chris Andersen PF/C FA Tue 3/22/16 10:43 PM
Chris Andersen
PF/C FA
Andersen (shoulder) is starting Tuesday's game against the Lakers.
EDGE Analysis
While this speaks to the health of his shoulder, Andersen is the type of player who almost never sees more than 25 minutes in a game, so his fantasy upside is limited.
Chris Andersen PF/C FA Tue 3/22/16 2:14 PM
Chris Andersen
PF/C FA
Andersen (shoulder) is expected to play Tuesday against the Lakers, Ronald Tillery of the Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.
EDGE Analysis
The Grizzlies relayed a few days earlier that Andersen would return at some point this week, and with the team not electing to re-sign Alex Stepheson after his 10-day contract expired, it looks likely that Birdman is ready to go. Andersen missed nine games while recovering a left shoulder subluxation, so he could be eased back into the mix if he does indeed play Tuesday. Once 100 percent healthy, however, Andersen figures to displace Ryan Hollins as the Grizzlies' starter at center, though he'll rarely see much more than 20 minutes per outing.
Chris Andersen PF/C FA Mon 3/21/16 2:45 PM
Chris Andersen
PF/C FA
Andersen (shoulder) is progressing in his recovery and is expected to return to the court at some point this week.
EDGE Analysis
It's a rare bit of good news for the Grizzlies, who have seen their frontcourt in particular suffer significant losses due to injury of late. Zach Randolph (knee) has since returned to action to reclaim the starting power forward spot, and Andersen figures to displace Ryan Hollins as the starting center once he's cleared to return. Prior to suffering the left shoulder subluxation, Andersen typically saw his playing time capped around the 20-minute mark, so he'll likely have to share the load a bit with Hollins, JaMychal Green, and Jarell Martin upon getting back on the court.
Chris Andersen PF/C FA Sat 3/12/16 11:56 AM
Chris Andersen
PF/C FA
Andersen (shoulder) is considered out indefinitely, Marc Spears of Yahoo! Sports reports.
EDGE Analysis
Andersen continues to deal with a shoulder subluxation, and the Grizzlies have declined to set a timeline for his return, saying only that he'll "be re-evaluated later." It's safe to rule Andersen out of Saturday's matchup with the Hawks, but he should be considered optimistically questionable for Monday's game in Houston.
Chris Andersen PF/C FA Mon 3/7/16 5:31 PM
Chris Andersen
PF/C FA
Andersen (shoulder) will not play in either of the Grizzlies' next two games, Kevin Lipe of the Memphis Flyer reports.
EDGE Analysis
Andersen departed Sunday's game with a left shoulder injury, and the team has ruled him out Monday against the Cavs, with the plan being to evaluate him in 3-to-5 days. That means he'll also miss Wednesday's matchup with the Celtics before potentially returning for Friday's date with the Pelicans. In Andersen's absence, JaMychal Green and Ryan Hollins will likely step into larger roles.
Chris Andersen PF/C FA Sun 3/6/16 5:15 PM
Chris Andersen
PF/C FA
Andersen left Sunday's game against the Suns with a left shoulder injury and is questionable to return, Kevin Pelton of ESPN.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Andersen went to the locker room during the second quarter with a left shoulder injury and he's now being listed as questionable to return. It's another tough blow to the Grizzlies' frontcourt, which is already missing the likes of Marc Gasol (foot) and Brandan Wright (knee). With Andersen currently sidelined, Zach Randolph and JaMychal Green will likely be relied upon for additional minutes.