The Grizzlies have declined Kennard's (knee) $14.8 million team option Saturday, but both sides are eager to strike a new deal in free agency, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.
Kennard put up a decent year, during which he averaged 11.0 points, 3.5 assists and 2.9 rebounds across 25.6 minutes in 39 regular-season games. The sharpshooter did what he does best in shooting 45.0 percent from three-point range in limited time due to injury. The Grizzlies will look to bring Kennard back and avoid the injury bug that plagued their club in the 2023-24 season.
Kennard (knee) will not play Sunday against the Nuggets.
Kennard will miss his sixth game in a row Sunday, and that will be the end of his regular season. The sharpshooter had all sorts of problems with his left knee, limiting him to 39 total appearances. He finished the campaign with averages of 11.0 points, 3.5 assists, 2.9 rebounds and 2.0 three-pointers.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Out once again Friday
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Kennard (knee) is out for Friday's game against the Lakers.
Kennard is set to miss a fifth consecutive game while recovering from a left knee injury, and with two games left on the schedule, don't be surprised if Memphis employs the same eight-man rotation the team has been using of late. It wouldn't be shocking if Kennard is also out for Sunday's season finale at home against the Nuggets.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Remains out Wednesday
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Kennard (knee) won't play Wednesday against the Cavaliers.
Kennard will miss his fourth game in a row due to left knee injury recovery. He'll have just two more opportunities to play after Wednesday, but it wouldn't be shocking if the Grizzlies opted to shut down the veteran wing for good.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Out against San Antonio
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Kennard (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Spurs.
Kennard will miss a third straight game due to left knee injury recovery. His next chance to suit up will come during the second half of Memphis' back-to-back set Wednesday in Cleveland, but Kennard can be considered questionable, at best, for that matchup.
Kennard (knee) will not play Saturday against the Grizzlies.
Kennard will miss his second straight game, leaving Memphis with limited depth on the wing. The Grizzlies will have just eight players available Saturday after signing Timmy Allen to a 10-day hardship contract.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Iffy against Philadelphia
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Kennard (knee) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus the 76ers.
Kennard is in danger of missing his second straight contest Saturday due to left knee soreness. With Memphis dealing with a long list of injuries, Kennard's potential absence could leave the Grizzlies incredibly thin in the backcourt.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Confirmed out for Friday
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Kennard (knee) won't play Friday against the Pistons.
Kennard was considered doubtful heading into Friday's contest, so his absence for the front end of a back-to-back set comes as little surprise. He'll be one of 12 Grizzlies players ruled out Friday, so plenty of minutes should be up for grabs on the wing for depth players such as Jake LaRavia and Maozinha Pereira.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Doubtful for Friday
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Kennard is doubtful to play Friday against the Pistons due to left knee soreness.
Friday's game is the first of a back-to-back set, so Kennard is expected to hit the sidelines, which should open up more opportunity for Jordan Goodwin and Jake LaRavia. Check back for official confirmation on Kennard's status closer to Friday's tip.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Hits five threes vs. Detroit
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Kennard produced 19 points (7-14 FG, 5-11 3Pt), three rebounds, eight assists and one steal over 36 minutes during Monday's 110-108 victory over the Pistons.
After missing five games due to a personal matter, Kennard has played 30-plus minutes in each of his last two games. It was the sixth time the sharpshooter made at least five threes. As a starter this season, Kennard has averaged 13.5 points on 48.5 percent shooting (including 47.9 percent from three on 6.9 3PA/G), 3.1 rebounds and 4.3 assists over 28.4 minutes per game.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Starts, hands out five assists
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Kennard (personal) recorded nine points (3-10 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, five assists and one block in 30 minutes.
Though he missed the previous five games while tending to a personal matter, Kennard slotted back into the starting five Saturday and reached the 30-minute mark, despite the Magic turning the game into a runaway victory by the end of three quarters. Kennard didn't showcase his usual accurate touch from beyond the arc, but his outputs in the rebounds, assists and blocks categories exceeded his season-long averages. Assuming he's active in future games, Kennard should hold a key role for the injury-riddled Grizzlies, but it's unclear if he'll be a full-time starter. One of Kennard or Scotty Pippen will likely move to the bench if Desmond Bane (back) returns for Monday's game in Detroit.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Starting vs. Orlando
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Kennard is in the starting lineup to face the Magic on Saturday.
Kennard will enter the starting lineup and replace Desmond Bane (back). The sharpshooter will stretch the floor on offense thanks to his elite 45.4 percent efficiency from three-point range this season.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Not listed on injury report
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Kennard (personal) isn't listed on the Grizzlies' injury report for Saturday's game against the Magic.
Kennard hasn't played since March 16, so he may face some limitations during his return. He's started in 10 of his last 11 appearances, averaging 12.4 points, 4.0 assists, 2.5 rebounds and 0.8 steals in 26.9 minutes during that stretch.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Unavailable Wednesday
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Kennard (personal) will be inactive for Wednesday's game against the Lakers.
Kennard's multi-game absence due to a personal matter will continue Wednesday. He will have until Saturday against Orlando before the Grizzlies' ensuing contest.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Will remain sidelined Monday
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Kennard (personal) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Nuggets.
Kennard will be unavailable for a fourth consecutive matchup due to personal reasons. It's not yet clear when he'll be able to return, but GG Jackson, Jordan Goodwin and DeJon Jarreau are candidates to see increased run in his absence.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Won't play Friday
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Kennard (personal) is out for Friday's game against the Spurs.
Kennard is set to miss a third consecutive game due to personal reasons, and there's no clear timetable for his return. John Konchar will continue to start as long as Kennard remains out.
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Grizzlies' Luke Kennard: Still out
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Kennard (personal) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Warriors.
Kennard will miss his second straight game Wednesday due to personal reasons. John Konchar will likely continue to start in his absence.
