Tillman is not in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Hawks.

EDGE Analysis

Tillman got the nod in the preseason opener, but he will make way for Steven Adams in this one. Tillman notched six points, eight rebounds, two assists, two steals and a block across 19 minutes against the Bucks on Tuesday.

Tillman is in the starting five for Tuesday's preseason game against the Bucks, Damichael Cole of The Commercial Appeal reports.

EDGE Analysis

Tillman will replace Steven Adams (rest) in the starting lineup Tuesday. However, this move is unlikely to trickle over into the regular season, as Adams is set to be the team's starting center this year.

Tillman's contract had a $1.93 million team option for 2023-24, and it was exercised by the Grizzlies on Monday.

EDGE Analysis

With Steven Adams (knee) and Brandon Clarke (Achilles) sidelined, Tillman saw an expanded role at the end of the 2022-23 campaign and finished with career highs in points (7.0), rebounds (5.0), assists (1.6) and steals (1.0) per game. The 24-year-old started 12 of Memphis' 18 playoff games, averaging 5.2 points, 4.5 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 18.9 minutes. Even if Adams and Clarke are back to full strength next season, Tillman should still carve out a solid reserve role.

Tillman logged 22 points (10-13 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 13 rebounds and three assists over 32 minutes during Wednesday's 103-93 victory over the Lakers in Game 2 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals.

EDGE Analysis

Tillman delivered one of the best performances of his career when the Grizzlies needed him the most, outplaying Anthony Davis en route to a huge Game 2 win. It was Tillman's first double-double since March 18, and he figures to remain in the starting unit with Steven Adams (knee) and Brandon Clarke (Achilles) out.

Tillman will start Sunday's Game 1 tilt against the Lakers, Harrison Faigen of SBNation.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

As expected, Tillman will start at center with Steven Adams (knee) and Brandon Clarke (Achilles) out. The Michigan State product figures to be a vital part of the Grizzlies' postseason rotation, but Memphis is also expected to feature a smaller lineup with Jaren Jackson at the five.

Head coach Taylor Jenkins said Tillman will likely start Sunday's Game 1 against the Lakers, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

EDGE Analysis

With Steven Adams (knee) and Brandon Clarke (Achilles) both out for the season, Tillman figures to be a vital part of the Grizzlies' postseason rotation. Across 29 regular-season starts, the Michigan State product averaged 9.7 points, 6.7 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.3 steals in 27.2 minutes.

Tillman (ankle) isn't on the injury report for Friday's game against Milwaukee.

EDGE Analysis

Tillman sat out Wednesday against the Pelicans due to an ankle issue, but he'll be back in action two days later. Over his last five appearances, he's averaged 11.2 points and 7.6 rebounds in 28.2 minutes per game.

Tillman (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game in New Orleans.

EDGE Analysis

With Tillman watching from the sidelines Wednesday night, Santi Aldama will likely get a spot start and Kenneth Lofton might be able to get into the rotation. Considering Tillman is skipping this game due only to some soreness in his ankle, there's a decent chance he'll be able to return for Friday's game in Milwaukee.

Tillman is questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Pelicans due to right ankle soreness.

EDGE Analysis

Tillman is in danger of missing his first game since Jan. 22. Santi Aldama would likely receive an increased workload if Tillman is ultimately ruled out.

Tillman posted 16 points (7-8 FG, 2-3 FT), nine rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal across 31 minutes during Wednesday's 141-132 loss to the Clippers.

EDGE Analysis

Tillman was one rebound away from a double-double in his second straight game. However, he was able to tie his season high for assists Wednesday. Tillman is averaging 11.4 points, 9.2 rebounds, 4.6 assists and 1.4 steals in 29.2 minutes across his last five outings.