Jared Sullinger PF/C FA Sun 1/17/16 9:39 AM
Jared Sullinger
PF/C FA
Sullinger scored 14 points (6-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT) while adding nine rebounds, two assists and a steal in just 21 minutes before fouling out of Saturday's win over the Wizards.
EDGE Analysis
He got two quick fouls in the second quarter and then two more in rapid succession in the third, putting a severe cap on his court time despite being very productive while he played. Sullinger's inability to stay out of foul trouble, and out of coach Brad Stevens' doghouse, continues to limit his numbers.
Jared Sullinger PF/C FA Fri 1/15/16 11:31 PM
Jared Sullinger
PF/C FA
Sullinger recorded 11 points (4-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-4 FT), 10 rebounds, and two assists in 24 minutes during the Celtics' 117-103 win over the Suns on Friday.
EDGE Analysis
Sullinger has started the last two games after coming off the bench for a five-game stretch, but it hasn't resulted in an increased load of minutes or a jolt in his apparent fantasy value. Over the last five games, Sully is posting 10.6 points (48.9 FG, 20.0 3Pt, 61.5 FT), seven rebounds, 1.2 assists, 0.2 steals, and 0.2 blocks in 23 minutes per appearance.
Jared Sullinger PF/C FA Wed 1/13/16 7:55 PM
Jared Sullinger
PF/C FA
Sullinger will return to the starting lineup Wednesday versus the Pacers.
EDGE Analysis
After starting his first 30 games of the season, Sullinger has come off the bench the previous five for the Celtics. He has averaged 11.6 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 1.0 steals, and 0.4 blocks in 20.7 minutes per game off the bench. It is unclear if head coach Brad Stevens is simply playing the matchups or if this is a permanent switch.
Jared Sullinger PF/C FA Wed 1/13/16 10:52 AM
Jared Sullinger
PF/C FA
Sullinger tallied 14 points (6-10 FG, 2-3 FT) and seven rebounds across 20 minutes in Tuesday's 120-114 loss to the Knicks.
EDGE Analysis
Meanwhile, starting center Kelly Olynyk saw only 11 minutes, and Sullinger has outperformed over the last two games. Though he's only played between 15 and 26 minutes while coming off the bench for the past five games, Sullinger is still averaging a solid 11.6 points, 6.8 boards, 1.2 assists, and one steal during that stretch. It might not be long before he takes back the starting job from Olynyk.
Jared Sullinger PF/C FA Fri 1/8/16 8:32 AM
Jared Sullinger
PF/C FA
Sullinger scored 13 points (5-13 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT) with 11 rebounds, two assists, and a block over 25 minutes in a 101-92 loss to the Bulls on Thursday.
EDGE Analysis
Sullinger has now posted double-doubles in two of three games since receiving a demotion to the bench from coach Brad Stevens. While Kelly Olynyk has been formidable in a starting role, Sullinger appears to have the higher upside and superior track record. Sullinger, who was reportedly playing through a wrist injury in late December, may be in line for increased minutes with continued production.
Jared Sullinger PF/C FA Mon 1/4/16 10:41 PM
Jared Sullinger
PF/C FA
Sullinger registered a double-double off the bench in Monday's 103-94 win against the Nets, scoring 12 points (4-10 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 3-3 FT) while pulling down 10 rebounds with three steals and two assists over just 18 minutes.
EDGE Analysis
Sullinger used to be a staple in the Celtics' starting five, but has seen his role diminished after going through some injury troubles. It was his first double-double since Dec. 16, so until Sullinger can show more consistency, he isn't much of a fantasy asset.
Jared Sullinger PF/C FA Mon 1/4/16 6:56 PM
Jared Sullinger
PF/C FA
Sullinger will head to the bench Monday against the Nets, Mark Murphy of the Boston Herald reports.
EDGE Analysis
Sullinger will sit in favor of Kelly Olynyk on Monday as coach Brad Stevens continues to tinker with his frontcourt rotation. It's entirely possible for Sullinger to regain his spot back at a later date, but for now Olynyk seems to be in line for a bigger workload.
Jared Sullinger PF/C FA Mon 1/4/16 11:30 AM
Jared Sullinger
PF/C FA
Sullinger has been dealing with a minor wrist injury according to head coach Brad Stevens.
EDGE Analysis
Sullinger has been playing despite the injury to his wrist. Although this time of year it's rare that a player isn't dealing with some sort of injury. As Stevens puts it, "I think everybody's got some nagging stuff right now." Sullinger's bum wrist could explain the poor performances he has had in the past couple of games. He has scored a total of 17 points the past three games, shooting a combined 33 percent from the field. If Sullinger continues to slide, the Celtics may look to address the wrist injury in hopes of getting him back on track.
Jared Sullinger PF/C FA Mon 12/28/15 10:11 AM
Jared Sullinger
PF/C FA
Sullinger, despite starting, struggled Sunday versus the Knicks, posting three points from one-of-nine shooting. He did collect six rebounds.
EDGE Analysis
One must wonder if the back spasms from last week are still causing Sully some problems. Over his last four games he's shooting a meager 38% with zero made threes and only one blocked shot. He'll have a chance to bounce back on Wednesday at home versus the modest Lakers' frontcourt.
Jared Sullinger PF/C FA Wed 12/23/15 10:41 PM
Jared Sullinger
PF/C FA
Sullinger (back) posted eight points (4-12 FG, 0-3 3Pt), 10 rebounds, five assists, two steals, and one block in 24 minutes during the Celtics' 102-89 win versus the Hornets on Wednesday.
EDGE Analysis
Sullinger returned from a one-game absence due to back spasms, and he started alongside Kelly Olynyk with Amir Johnson (foot) sitting out. Though Sully didn't shoot the ball well, he still managed to fill up the box score with 10 rebounds, five helpers, two takeaways and one swat. The Celtics' power forward and center positions are deep, but Sullinger has established himself as a starter in coach Brad Stevens' rotation.