Thybulle opted into his $11.5 million player option for the 2025-26 season Tuesday, according to NBA reporter Chris Haynes.

EDGE Analysis

This was always the most likely scenario for Thybulle as he looks to rebuild his market value -- knee and ankle injuries limited him to 15 regular-season games in 2024-25. He fared well in those games, however, posting averages of 7.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 0.6 blocks and 2.2 steals in 20.8 minutes per contest while shooting 43.8 percent from beyond the arc.

Thybulle closed Sunday's 109-81 win over the Lakers with 15 points (5-11 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-7 FT), five rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals in 29 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran swingman missed the bulk of the season due to offseason knee surgery and an ankle sprain while ramping up in October, but he played a meaningful role for the Trail Blazers during April. Over seven games this month, Thybulle averaged 9.1 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 2.4 steals and 1.6 three-pointers in 27.3 minutes. It remains to be seen if Thybulle will exercise his player option for 2025-26, but he's proven to be an excellent source of swipes and triples in fantasy leagues when he's able to play substantial minutes.

Thybulle will start in Friday's game against the Bulls.

EDGE Analysis

The defensive-minded swingman is slated to make his first start of the season Friday due to Toumani Camara (ankle) being sidelined. Thybulle has appeared in 10 straight outings after missing the first 67 games of the season due to an ankle injury. He's averaging 6.1 points, 3.1 rebounds, 2.4 steals and 1.6 assists across 17.4 minutes per contest.

Thybulle ended with eight points (4-10 FG, 0-4 3Pt), four rebounds, five assists and five steals across 29 minutes during Tuesday's 127-113 victory over the Hawks.

EDGE Analysis

High steal totals are nothing new for Thybulle -- throughout his career, he's had 12 games in which he's recorded at least five steals. He's fared well since returning from his injury, posting averages of 6.2 points, 3.1 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.1 three-pointers and 2.3 steals in 16.7 minutes across nine outings.

Thybulle notched 15 points (5-6 FG, 5-6 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist and one steal in 15 minutes during Tuesday's 122-111 loss to Cleveland.

EDGE Analysis

Despite seeing just 15 minutes, Thybulle caught fire from beyond the arc and made the most of his limited run, matching his career-high mark (5) in the process. In six appearances with Portland, Thybulle has looked solid with 7.0 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.0 assists, 0.5 blocks, 2.0 steals and 1.5 three-pointers in 15.1 minutes.

Thybulle had nine points (4-9 FG, 1-5 3Pt), four rebounds, three assists, one block and five steals in 22 minutes during Monday's 112-97 win over the Wizards.

EDGE Analysis

Making just his second appearance of the season, Thybulle made plenty of waves on the defensive end with his 11th career game with at least five steals. Toumani Camara (calf), Jerami Grant (knee) and Jabari Walker (concussion) were all sidelined Monday, making Thybulle a potential streamer in the short term until the Trail Blazers get some reinforcements.

Thybulle (ankle) recorded two rebounds, two steals and one block in six minutes Sunday in the Trail Blazers' 105-102 win over the Raptors.

EDGE Analysis

Thybulle took the court for the first time all season after having initially been sidelined in October, when he underwent a procedure to address inflammation in his right knee. While ramping up in late November, Thybulle then suffered a Grade 2 right ankle sprain, which further delayed his return to the court. The veteran wing was finally cleared to play ahead of last Wednesday's 114-113 loss to the Knicks, and though he didn't appear in that contest, head coach Chauncey Billups carved out a small role in the rotation for Thybulle on Sunday. Even in limited run, Thybulle was able to make an impact on the defensive end, but he'll need to see his minutes increase dramatically before he can be used as a streaming option for steals or blocks with any confidence.

Thybulle (ankle) participated in Friday's practice, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.

EDGE Analysis

Coach Chauncey Billups relayed that Thybulle wasn't restricted and looked good during practice. The defensive-minded swingman has yet to make an appearance this season due to a right ankle sprain, though he was available to play during Wednesday's loss to the Knicks. Thybulle's next chance to make his season debut will come Sunday against the Raptors.

Thybulle (ankle) has been cleared to play Wednesday against the Knicks, Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan Portland reports.

EDGE Analysis

Thybulle will be available for the Trail Blazers for the first time this season after missing the first 66 games of the 2024-25 campaign. However, he might not play against New York, with head coach Chauncey Billups letting it be known he hasn't seen the veteran forward practice yet, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.

Thybulle (ankle), who is officially listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Knicks, is expected to be available to make his season debut, NBA reporter Chris Haynes reports.

EDGE Analysis

Thybulle is on track to take the court for the first time since March 29, 2024, after a right ankle impingement caused him to miss Portland's final eight games of last season before he underwent a procedure in October to address inflammation in his right knee. The defensive-minded forward had been expected to resume playing by late November, but he suffered a Grade 2 right ankle sprain during the ramp-up process that further delayed his return. After getting in some practice time in the G League earlier this week, Thybulle seems to have finally moved past the ankle issue. Assuming he's formally cleared ahead of Wednesday's 10 p.m. ET tipoff, Thybulle will likely be in line for only a minor role in the Portland rotation.