Luke Kennard
G/SF ATL
Thu 10/26/23 6:07 PM

Kennard has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Nuggets due to the league's concussion protocol.
EDGE Analysis
Kennard played 15 minutes in Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Pelicans and totaled three points, two rebounds and two assists. However, he'll be unavailable for at least one game due to the league's concussion protocol. Given the nature of his absence, it wouldn't be surprising to see him unavailable Saturday against the Wizards as well, although his status for the second half of the back-to-back set hasn't yet been determined. Derrick Rose and John Konchar could see an uptick in playing time Friday.

Luke Kennard
G/SF ATL
Mon 10/2/23 2:41 PM

Kennard (shoulder) is healthy for the start of training camp, Drew Hill of The Daily Memphian reports.
EDGE Analysis
Kennard missed the Grizzlies' final game of the postseason in April due to a shoulder injury, but the issue isn't hindering him as the team prepares for the start of training camp. Over 59 appearances between the Clippers and Grizzlies last year, he averaged 9.3 points and 2.7 rebounds in 22.3 minutes per game.

Luke Kennard
G/SF ATL
Fri 4/28/23 9:34 PM

Kennard (shoulder) has been ruled out for Game 6 versus the Lakers on Friday.
EDGE Analysis
This is a tough blow for Memphis as they lose one of their top perimeter shooters. Kennard was carrying a questionable tag prior to this update, so he's likely considered day-to-day going forward. In Kennard's absence, the Grizzlies could turn to John Konchar and David Roddy.

Luke Kennard
G/SF ATL
Fri 4/28/23 9:10 PM

Kennard (shoulder) is considered a game-time call for Game 6 versus the Lakers on Friday, ESPN's Dave McMenamin reports.
EDGE Analysis
Kennard is still carrying a questionable tag and was a limited participant at the morning shootaround. With Memphis' season on the line, Kennard getting the green light would be a big boost for the Grizzlies due to the elite floor spacing he provides.

Luke Kennard
G/SF ATL
Fri 4/28/23 2:57 PM

Kennard (shoulder) is at Memphis' shootaround ahead of Game 6 versus the Lakers on Friday, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.
EDGE Analysis
While Kennard was seen at shootaround, it appears that his participation was limited. Kennard is shooting 50 percent from three on 3.2 attempts per game this series, so his potential absence could hurt the Grizzlies' spacing.

Luke Kennard
G/SF ATL
Thu 4/27/23 8:06 PM

Kennard (shoulder) is questionable for Friday's Game 6 versus the Lakers.
EDGE Analysis
Kennard exited Game 5 after sustaining a stinger in his left shoulder and did not return. If he's unable to give it a go Friday, expect John Konchar and David Roddy to pick up his vacated minutes.

Luke Kennard
G/SF ATL
Wed 4/26/23 9:49 PM

Kennard is doubtful to return to Wednesday's Game 5 versus the Lakers with a left shoulder injury.
EDGE Analysis
Kennard is unlikely to return to Wednesday's game after sustaining a left shoulder injury. If he's unable to return, John Konchar and David Roddy could each see more action.

Luke Kennard
G/SF ATL
Tue 4/25/23 2:01 AM

Kennard amassed six points (2-4 FG, 2-4 3Pt), four rebounds and one assist over 14 minutes during Monday's 117-111 overtime loss to the Lakers in Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals.
EDGE Analysis
Kennard was a non-factor once again Monday, logging just 14 minutes in the loss. After a strong end to the regular season, his production has fallen off quite substantially during the playoffs. Across the four games to date, he has connected on six three-pointers, adding very little else. The Grizzlies need to find a way to get him going if they are to stick around beyond Game 5.

Luke Kennard
G/SF ATL
Sat 4/8/23 3:13 AM

Kennard contributed 19 points (7-9 FG, 5-7 3Pt), four rebounds and five assists over 32 minutes during Friday's 137-114 win over the Bucks.
EDGE Analysis
Kennard continues to defy the odds, turning in another strong performance Friday. He has been a top 60 player over the past month, averaging 13.4 points per game on 56.6 percent shooting, including 3.6 triples. He has been a perfect addition to the Grizzlies, affording Ja Morant some more space in which to work. In what was seen as a minor acquisition, Kennard could prove to be a key piece for the Grizzlies as they embark on what they are hoping will be a deep playoff run.

Luke Kennard
G/SF ATL
Fri 4/7/23 7:36 PM

Kennard is in the starting five for Friday's game versus the Bucks, Rob Fischer of Bally Sports Southeast reports.
EDGE Analysis
Kennard will make just his third start for Memphis this season Friday. He is averaging 16.0 points, 4.5 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.0 steals in 33.5 minutes across his previous two starts.