Eric Bledsoe G FA Sat 11/15/14 10:55 AM
Eric Bledsoe
G FA
Bledsoe had a productive game Friday as he registered 22 points (8-17 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 11 rebounds, five assists, one steal, and one block in 38 minutes.
This was Bledsoe's first double-double of the season. He is currently averaging 4.9 rebounds on the year which is outstanding when considering that he's point guard eligible. The 24-year-old shares time in the backcourt with Isaiah Thomas and Goran Dragic, but it appears that Bledsoe still has considerable value despite this shared role.
Eric Bledsoe G FA Mon 11/10/14 5:39 AM
Eric Bledsoe
G FA
Bledsoe scored 9 points with 3 assists and 2 turnovers in 21 minutes against the Warriors on Sunday.
To say Bledsoe struggled tonight is an understatement. However, he did get to the line 6 times and scored 5 points in those attempts, so his sub-par stat line is not for lack of effort offensively. The Suns have a solid guard rotation at this point, and even if Bledsoe does not cut it one night, the Suns are deep enough in that position to generate production on a nightly basis. At this point, the question of which guard will produce the most stats is up in the air.
Eric Bledsoe G FA Wed 11/5/14 11:29 PM
Eric Bledsoe
G FA
Bledsoe recorded 23 points (9-12 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds and four assists in 36 minutes during the Suns' 102-91 loss versus the Grizzlies on Wednesday.
It was a great shooting night for Bledsoe, but he did commit nine turnovers. Still, the 24-year-old combo guard should continue to receive plenty of playing time and is a fine fantasy option in virtually every format.
Eric Bledsoe G FA Wed 11/5/14 1:28 AM
Eric Bledsoe
G FA
Bledsoe scored six points (2-4 FG, 2-3 FT), with one assist and one block in 21 minutes during Tuesday's win over the Lakers.
Bledsoe took a backseat at times to Isaiah Thomas on Tuesday, as Thomas played 10 minutes more than Bledsoe did. The decline in minutes is something to monitor over the next game or two, but we aren't too concerned just yet. Bledsoe is still a strong option at shooting guard in most fantasy leagues.
Eric Bledsoe G FA Thu 10/30/14 12:46 AM
Eric Bledsoe
G FA
Bledsoe was ejected with 30 seconds left in the third quarter after receiving a technical foul. He finished the game against the Lakers on Wednesday with 16 points (5-7 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT).
Bledsoe picked up two technical fouls and then was forced to leave the game, but not before cutting up the Lakers on just seven shots. In addition to his scoring outburst, Bledsoe had nine assists, six rebounds and just one turnover in 26 minutes. Although it was against a bad Lakers team, owners should feel encouraged that the Suns are finding a way to get all of their guards involved.
Eric Bledsoe G FA Thu 10/23/14 4:57 PM
Eric Bledsoe
G FA
Throughout Wednesday's game he was scoring at will, acting as a force on defense, and was an overall force with his athleticism. He finished the game with 27 points, 3 treys, 2 assists, and 2 steals in 34 minutes, the Arizona Republic reports.
While Bledsoe led the team in minutes, it should be noted that Isaiah Thomas played a diminished role this game, in comparison to his previous two. Additionally, he didn't appear to be holding back at all, which should mean he's recovered well from his knee injury. Throughout the preseason, Bledsoe has put up respectable numbers and is capable of producing at a higher level. However, it seems like minutes are going to be distributed on a game-by-game basis, as opposed to anything concrete. Bledsoe's value remains as a strong middle round target.
Eric Bledsoe G FA Tue 10/14/14 2:37 AM
Eric Bledsoe
G FA
Bledsoe was able to remain productive, despite having a limited role in this game. He finished with 13 points (5-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-5 FT), two assists and two rebounds in 19 minutes. It appeared as if Jeff Hornacek was trying to spread minutes around, while at the same time displaying flashes of the athletic game plan he has in store for this season.
Bledsoe was once again the most athletic player on the court, as he was able to drive through and around defenders multiple times. The roster changes throughout the game most likely led to the team changing leads so much, but when the Suns starters were together they displayed solid chemistry together. Bledsoe is currently showing that he can still remain effective in a limited amount of minutes, as to be expected with the addition of Isaiah Thomas. By continuing to show his effectiveness in limited minutes, those looking to draft the guard can be reassured knowing that on his off nights he can still put up solid numbers.
Eric Bledsoe G FA Thu 10/9/14 8:33 PM
Eric Bledsoe
G FA
Bledsoe had a slow start Thursday against Brazilian Champions Flamengo, but settled down and led his team to a victory. He was able to drive to the hoop with ease, while using his athleticism to make defensive plays as well. Bledsoe finished the game with 15 points (7-10 FG, 1-2 FT, 0-2 3Pt), two assists, four rebounds, and one steal in 22 minutes of play, azcentral reports.
Not wasting any time, Bledsoe made it clear to the Suns' front office why he was worth every penny of the extension he signed over the summer. Bledsoe and the rest of the starters found themselves in a hole early, due to a lot of thoughtless mistakes. The 5th-year guard then led his team on a run, by scoring 11 of his 15 points in the second quarter. Bledsoe displayed the same explosiveness he had before his injury last year, to go along with a solid shooting performance, despite not making anything from beyond the arc. Bledsoe appears to be ready for this upcoming season, but those looking to draft the guard should monitor his knee during the preseason.
Eric Bledsoe G FA Wed 9/24/14 6:04 PM
Eric Bledsoe
G FA
Bledsoe has agreed to a five-year, $70 million contract with the Suns, Yahoo! Sports reports.
Bledsoe was previously in a stalemate with Phoenix all summer, after turning down a four-year, $48 million offer sheet from the Suns in July. However, with the deadline for Bledsoe to sign a qualifying offer with the Suns quickly approaching, both parties renewed negotiations over the weekend and have now come to agreement on a lucrative contract to keep the 24-year-old in Phoenix long-term. With Bledsoe's future sorted out, the dynamic playmaker will return to partner fellow guard Goran Dragic in the Suns' starting backcourt this season. Upon being traded away from the Clippers and point guard Chris Paul's shadow last season, Bledsoe went on to flourish under new Suns' coach Jeff Hornacek, averaging 17.7 points, 5.5 assists, 4.7 rebounds, and 1.6 steals in 32.9 minutes across a 43-game season shortened by knee surgery.
Eric Bledsoe G FA Wed 9/24/14 11:54 AM
Eric Bledsoe
G FA
Bledsoe has renewed contract talks with the Suns over recent days, The Arizona Republic reports.
Bledsoe has been a restricted free agent since July 1, but with the Suns unwilling to meet his request for a max-level contract, the two parties have been in a lengthy stalemate. The 24-year-old Bledsoe rejected the Suns' four-year, $48 million offer sheet back in July, but no other team has offered him an improved contract since then. As a result, Bledsoe appears poised to ink a one-year, $3.7 million qualifying offer by the Oct. 1 deadline for him to do so. That would make Bledsoe and unrestricted free agent next summer, when he would figure to draw significant interest on the open marked. Despite knee surgery and a shin bruise limiting Bledsoe to just 43 games (40 starts) last season, the dynamic combo guard averaged 17.7 points, 5.5 assists, 4.7 rebounds, and 1.6 steals in 32.9 minutes for Phoenix. In advance of this season, should Bledsoe remain with the Suns, he should continue to start next to Goran Dragic in Phoenix's backcourt, with offseason signing Isaiah Thomas offering fantastic production as the team's sixth man.