Jeff Taylor's "confidence is soaring" after averaging 11.5 points in the preseason, according to beat writer Rick Bonnell. Taylor shored up his mid-range game this summer, in stark contrast to Michael Kidd-Gilchrist whose jump shot is still being reconstructed by the team's coaching staff. Taylor started 29 games as a rookie, averaging 8.0 points, 0.9 threes, 2.6 rebounds and 0.9 steals, and he's worth watching closely with the SF job within reach.

Jeff Taylor started in place of injured Michael Kidd-Gilchrist on Friday but struggled, hitting just 3-of-11 shots for six points and seven rebounds in 31 minutes. MKG's hamstring injury isn't considered to be serious, so Taylor's time in the spotlight may be brief. Taylor was great on Thursday, when he had 20 points and three 3-pointers, but deep-leaguers shouldn't expect much out of Taylor as long MKG is able to play at the start of the season.

Jeff Taylor saw some extra playing time on Thursday and didn't let it go to waste with 20 points, two boards, three assists, one steal and three 3-pointers on 7-of-11 shooting. Michael Kidd-Gilchrist suffered a hamstring strain to allow Taylor to get the extra run. He was fantastic taking good shots all night and the theme of him being aggressive has been evident since Las Vegas Summer League. Plus, the added 3-point shooting is an interesting asset with the way Gerald Henderson and Kemba Walker get into the lane. Taylor is on the radar as a late pick.

Head coach Steve Clifford said Jeff Taylor can be "an effective rotation player." "He's been in [the practice facility] non-stop," Clifford said. "There's no reason why he can't be - right now, today - an effective rotation player." Taylor put up some nice numbers in summer league and showed an aggressive style of play in Vegas. If Michael Kidd-Gilchrist can't make any sort of offensive leap in his second year, Taylor could be worth a look.

Jeff Taylor has added muscle to his lean frame this summer, increasing his weight to 222 pounds. Taylor finished Friday's Summer League game with 24 points on 9-of-17 shooting, a sign that his hard work this offseason is paying dividends. "Last year I felt weak and never had a chance to build back up," said Taylor. "During the season it's hard to start gaining weight." His playing time dwindled throughout 2012-13, but he could stumble into a huge role if the Bobcats part ways with restricted FA Gerald Henderson.

Jeff Taylor (foot) played five minutes on Friday against the Heat. Taylor scored three points in those five minutes and after a solid start to the year has lost all fantasy value.

Jeff Taylor (sore right foot) and Bryon Mullens (ankle) will not play Wednesday night. Taylor is dealing with a sore plantar fascia in his right foot, which is an injury that seems to be sweeping the league these days. There's no word on the severity of the injury beyond tonight's game, which also applies to Mullens. Mullens will miss his fourth straight game with the undisclosed ankle injury. Look for the Bobcats to lean heavily on Kemba Walker and Gerald Henderson, with Ben Gordon possibly garnering a start. Josh McRoberts will continue to play in place of Mullens.

Jeff Taylor scored 15 points with three rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block vs. the Rockets, stepping into a bigger role after Michael Kidd-Gilchrist left with a head injury. Taylor also knocked down two 3-pointers and would be the presumptive starting SF if MKG is out for an extended period, though his numbers in 26 starts this season have been muted. Gerald Henderson, who would also absorb extra playing time, finished tonight's loss with 15 points, three rebounds and two steals in 24 minutes.

Jeff Taylor scored 11 points with three rebounds, five assists, one steal and one 3-pointer on Friday. He drew the start with Michael Kidd-Gilchrist still working his way back. Taylor does see some time at power forward, but it's going to be tough to count in the vast majority of leagues as long as MKG and Gerald Henderson are healthy.

Jeff Taylor started at SF on Monday in place of Michael Kidd-Gilchrist (eye), but he scored only five pionts with four rebounds and three turnovers. With no other stats to his credit in 25 minutes, and MKG listed as day-to-day, there's no reason to give Taylor much thought in 12-team leagues.