Ish Wainright F/C FA Tue 7/9/24 2:56 PM
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Wainright is nearing an agreement overseas with Hapoel Tel Aviv BC in Israel, Evan Sidery of Forbes Sports reports.
EDGE Analysis
Wainright is coming off the worst season of his three-year career. He played in only 11 games for the Suns and Trail Blazers and finished with averages of 2.1 points and 1.3 rebounds across 5.6 minutes. The 29-year-old averaged 3.3 points and 1.8 rebounds across 11.7 minutes per game in his first two years with the Suns.
Ish Wainright F/C FA Mon 3/4/24 4:33 PM
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Wainright agreed to a two-way contract with the Suns on Monday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
With Devin Booker (ankle) sidelined, Wainright will provide emergency depth for Phoenix, but it's unlikely he'll have any fantasy relevancy. For now, he can safely remain on the waiver wire in all leagues.
Ish Wainright F/C FA Sat 1/6/24 11:13 AM
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The Trail Blazers waived Wainright on Saturday.
EDGE Analysis
Wainright was cut along with guard Skylar Mays on Saturday, opening up two spots on the 15-man roster. The big man averaged 2.9 points and 1.3 rebounds in 6.6 minutes in his seven appearances for the Trail Blazers this season.
Ish Wainright F/C FA Wed 12/27/23 5:21 PM
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Wainright played the final 1:56 of Tuesday's 130-113 win over the Kings, finishing with zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and one rebound.
EDGE Analysis
After missing extensive time with an MCL sprain, Wainright was cleared to return to game action for Portland in mid-December, but it wasn't until the team's last two contests that he went used off the bench. On both occasions, Wainright checked into the game at the tail end of blowouts. He doesn't appear in line to get a look in head coach Chauncey Billups' rotation anytime soon.
Ish Wainright F/C FA Fri 12/15/23 6:18 PM
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Wainright (knee) isn't listed on Portland's injury report for Saturday's game against Dallas.
EDGE Analysis
Wainright suffered a left MCL sprain in mid-November and was sidelined for a few weeks before getting sent to the G League to finalize his rehab. He played 24 minutes during the Rip City Remix's loss to the G League Ignite on Thursday, but given Portland is close to full strength again, Wainright may have difficulty carving out playing time with the NBA squad.
Ish Wainright F/C FA Fri 12/15/23 12:03 PM
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Portland recalled Wainright (knee) from the G League's Rip City Remix on Friday.
EDGE Analysis
Wainright was sent to the G League on Monday as part of his rehab process and presumably participated in a few practices this week before playing 24 minutes in Thursday's loss to the G League Ignite. The 29-year-old big man was diagnosed with a left MCL sprain in mid-November and was expected to miss 4-to-6 weeks, so he's right on track. However, even if he's available for Saturday's matchup versus the Mavericks, Wainright isn't guaranteed playing time now that Portland is close to full strength.
Ish Wainright F/C FA Mon 12/11/23 9:39 AM
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The Trail Blazers assigned Wainright (knee) to the G League's Rip City Remix on Monday.
EDGE Analysis
With the Trail Blazers on the road for Monday's game versus the Clippers, Wainright is presumably joining the G League affiliate to participate in practice as he takes the next step forward in his recovery from a left MCL sprain. The injury has kept Wainright sidelined since Nov. 15, but the 29-year-old big man could soon be ready for game action once he gets a few practices under his belt. Once Wainright is deemed fully healthy, however, he may not have a regular spot in coach Chauncey Billups' rotation.
Ish Wainright F/C FA Sat 11/18/23 4:56 PM
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Wainright (knee) has been diagnosed with a left MCL sprain and will miss the next 4-to-6 weeks, Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan Portland reports.
EDGE Analysis
Wainright has logged just six minutes for Portland after being acquired from Phoenix alongside Deandre Ayton and Toumani Camara. Wainright is set to miss the Trail Blazers' next 10 games, at minimum, which could yield extra minutes on the active roster for Kris Murray.
Ish Wainright F/C FA Fri 11/17/23 9:16 PM
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Wainright (knee) will not play in Friday's game against the Lakers.
EDGE Analysis
Wainright has appeared in two games this season with a total of six minutes played, so his absence won't impact the rotation much.
Ish Wainright F/C FA Fri 11/17/23 6:28 PM
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Wainright is questionable for Friday's game against the Lakers due to left knee soreness.
EDGE Analysis
Wainright was a late addition to the injury report. He's totaled just six minutes over the last two games, so his potential absence shouldn't have an impact.