Damian Lillard Injury News & Updates

Lillard won't be back on the court for the 2025-26 season, as he made clear during an interview with YouTube influencer Speed on Wednesday.

Lillard underwent surgery on a torn Achilles tendon in his left foot over the summer after suffering the injury during the first round of the NBA playoffs with the Bucks against the Pacers. The veteran guard was then waived by Milwaukee on July 1, making him an unrestricted free agent. The future Hall of Famer then decided to return to the Blazers on a three-year contract worth $42 million with a player option for the 2027-28 season. He also has a no-trade clause in his deal.

Lillard (Achilles) is finalizing a three-year contract with the Trail Blazers, NBA reporter Chris Haynes reports.

Lillard suffered a torn Achilles tendon April 27 during the NBA playoffs, resulting in him being ruled out for the rest of the postseason. The Bucks then shockingly waived the veteran superstar to bring in Myles Turner in free agency. There was speculation that he was of interest to several teams as a free agent, but he ultimately decided to return to where it all began in Portland. It remains to be seen whether he'll play during the 2025-26 campaign or sit out to be fresh for the 2026-27 NBA season.

The Bucks waived Lillard (Achilles) on Tuesday, ESPN's Shams Charania reports.

After managing to pry Myles Turner away from Indiana with a four-year, $107 million deal, the Bucks made another huge splash by waiving their superstar point guard, who is currently recovering from a torn Achilles. Charania reports that the Bucks found a creative way to waive Lillard by stretching out the remainder of his $113 million contract over five years. With Lillard set to miss most, if not all, of the 2025-26 season, he'll now have to seek opportunities elsewhere.

Lillard (calf) has been able to participate in shooting drills and light running, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard is continuing to trend in the right direction after being diagnosed with a blood clot in his right calf March 25, and he's recently gained clearance to take part in some basketball activities. Milwaukee head coach Doc Rivers didn't have much to add in terms of a timeline for a return, so it's likely safe to consider Lillard week-to-week until the team has another update to share on his rehab.

The Bucks hope Lillard (calf) can return to basketball activities in the next seven to 10 days, Shams Charania reports.

Lillard could return to the floor for the Bucks sooner rather than later after a better-than-expected update on his status Wednesday. The superstar guard has missed the last seven games for Milwaukee due to the blood clot issue in his right calf. The 34-year-old veteran is averaging 24.9 points, 4.7 rebounds, 7.1 assists and 1.2 steals per game, shooting 44.8 percent from the floor and 37.6 percent from beyond the arc.

Lillard has been diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis in his right calf and will be sidelined indefinitely, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard has missed the club's last three outings and could miss a significant amount of time due to the blood clot. The superstar is on blood-thinning medication and will move through a "weekly process of strict criteria to ensure that it is safe for him to return to play," according to Bucks General Manager Jon Horst. Ryan Rollins, Gary Trent and Kevin Porter will likely continue to receive an uptick in playing time due to Lillard being sidelined.

Lillard (calf) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard will miss a fourth straight game for the Bucks on Wednesday as he continues to nurse a calf injury. Ryan Rollins and Kevin Porter will likely see a boost in minutes for Milwaukee to help pick up the slack in the backcourt.

Lillard (calf) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Suns, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard will miss his third consecutive contest due to right calf soreness. The superstar's next chance to play will come Wednesday against the Nuggets. Ryan Rollins has started at point guard in the club's last two outings due to Lillard being sidelined, with Kevin Porter receiving an uptick in playing time off the bench.

Lillard (calf) is out for Saturday's game against the Kings, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard will miss a second straight game due to this calf problem, although the soreness isn't expected to keep Lillard sidelined for an extended stretch. Ryan Rollins and Kevin Porter will likely cover all of the minutes at point guard in this matchup while Lillard remains sidelined. Lillard's next chance to return will come against the Suns on Monday.

Lillard (groin) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Lakers, NBA reporter Chris Haynes reports.

It was reported about 90 minutes before tipoff that Lillard was trending in the wrong direction, and the team has officially downgraded him to out. This will be his first absence since Feb. 21, opening the door for Kevin Porter to draw the start at point guard.

Lillard (groin) isn't expected to play Thursday against the Lakers, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard was initially added to the injury report as probable, but he was downgraded to questionable earlier in the day Thursday and is now being considered unlikely to suit up. Assuming he's ruled out closer to tipoff, Kevin Porter and AJ Green would be in line for more chances in the frontcourt.

Lillard (groin) has been listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Lakers, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard was initially listed as probable to play against the Lakers on Thursday, but that has been changed to questionable, which means the Bucks might have to pivot in Los Angeles. If the superstar guard can't play, Milwaukee will likely turn to Kevin Porter and Ryan Rollins to pick up the slack in the backcourt.

Lillard (groin) has been listed as probable for Thursday's game against the Lakers, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard is trending toward playing in Thursday's game in Los Angeles. The veteran superstar averages 24.9 points, 4.7 rebounds, 7.1 assists and 1.2 steals per game, shooting 44.8 percent from the floor and 37.6 percent from deep this season.

Lillard (groin) is available for Tuesday's game against the Warriors, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

As expected, Lillard will shake off a probable tag due to right groin soreness Tuesday. The star point guard has made 12 consecutive appearances, during which he has averaged 23.6 points, 5.8 assists, 4.5 rebounds and 1.3 steals across 34.8 minutes per contest.

Lillard (groin) is probable for Tuesday's game against the Warriors, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard is still working through a minor groin issue, and it looks as though he'll continue to play through the injury Tuesday after getting a first look at Milwaukee's injury report. Expect confirmation on the star point guard's availability closer to tipoff.

Lillard (groin) is available for Sunday's game against the Thunder, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard is working through right groin soreness, but it won't prevent from playing Sunday. He has averaged 22.0 points, 7.4 assists, 6.2 rebounds and 1.0 steals over 35.8 minutes per game over his last five outings.

Lillard (groin) is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Thunder.

Lillard is dealing with lingering right groin soreness, though he is still expected to play in the second half of the club's back-to-back set. The superstar hasn't missed a game since Feb. 23. Over his last 10 outings, Lillard has averaged 23.6 points, 5.9 assists, 5.0 rebounds and 1.4 steals across 35.0 minutes per game in her last 10 outings.

Lillard accumulated 25 points (7-15 FG, 6-12 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 10 rebounds and eight assists across 37 minutes during Saturday's 126-119 victory over Indiana.

The veteran point guard just missed recording his six career triple-double and third of the season, instead settling for his 14th double-double of the campaign. Lillard has scored at least 15 points in 32 straight appearances since the calendar flipped to 2025, and through eight games in March he's averaging 24.4 points, 6.5 assists, 5.6 boards, 3.3 threes and 1.4 steals.

Lillard (groin) is available for Saturday's game against the Pacers, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Lillard has been dealing with a nagging groin injury, but the soreness won't prevent him from suiting up Saturday. He'll feature for an 11th consecutive contest, and he's averaging a solid line of 23.9 points, 4.3 rebounds, 5.9 assists and 1.4 steals per game over his previous 10 contests.

Lillard (groin) is listed as probable for Saturday's game versus the Pacers.

Lillard continues to deal with right groin soreness but has played in each of Milwaukee's last 10 outings. The star guard is averaging 35.1 minutes per contest over that span, so he's unlikely to operate on a minutes restriction if he's upgraded to available against Indiana.

Lillard produced 22 points (6-14 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 8-8 FT), six rebounds, 10 assists and two steals across 34 minutes during Thursday's 126-106 victory over the Lakers.

Lillard recorded his second straight double-double, and he also surpassed the 20-point plateau for the sixth time across his last seven contests. Even though Giannis Antetokounmpo stole the show Thursday, Lillard remains a capable offensive weapon for Milwaukee, regardless of whether he operates as the No. 1 or No. 2 option, depending on the opponent. Lillard has recorded 11 double-doubles and two triple-doubles this season.

Lillard (groin) is available for Thursday's game versus the Lakers, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Lillard has been upgraded from probable to available Friday despite dealing with right groin soreness. Lillard has posted 44.7/35.6/91.8 shooting splits across his last 10 appearances.

Lillard is listed as probable for Thursday's game against the Lakers due to right groin soreness.

Lillard popped up on Monday's injury report due to the same issue. He worked through the injury against the Pacers on Tuesday, playing 37 minutes and finishing with 15 points, 11 assists and three rebounds. Unless he suffers a setback, Lillard is expected to take the floor against the Lakers on Thursday. He has averaged 23.2 points, 5.6 assists, 4.4 rebounds and 1.4 steals over 35.0 minutes while shooting 44.7 percent from the field (including 35.6 percent from three on 9.0 3PA/G) since the All-Star break.

Lillard finished Tuesday's 115-114 loss to the Pacers with 15 points (4-14 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 11 assists and three rebounds across 37 minutes.

Lillard struggled to find his rhythm in the loss, and he posted 13 of his 15 points in the second half after shooting 1-for-5 from the field in the first. On a more positive note, the superstar recorded his 12th outing with a double-double or better while leading the club with a game-high 11 assists. Lillard has struggled from three-point range of late, shooting 34.1 percent from beyond the arc over his last five games. Additionally, he has shot only 3-for-14 from beyond the arc in his last two appearances.

Lillard (groin) is available for Tuesday's game against the Pacers, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Lillard will shake off a probable tag due to right groin soreness Tuesday. The superstar has appeared in nine of Milwaukee's 10 outings since the All-Star break, during which he has averaged 24.1 points, 5.0 assists, 4.6 rebounds, 3.3 three-pointers and 1.6 steals across 34.8 minutes per game. He has shot 46.3 percent from the field and 36.1 percent from beyond the arc in that nine-game span.

Lillard is probable for Tuesday's game against the Pacers due to right groin soreness.

The fact that Lillard is probable suggests he should be available and handle his regular workload in the backcourt as one of Milwaukee's go-to scoring options. He's averaging 26.1 paints, 4.9 boards, 6.5 assists and 1.4 steals per game since the beginning of February.

Lillard supplied 22 points (8-19 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 5-6 FT), five rebounds, four assists and two steals over 35 minutes during Sunday's 112-100 loss to the Cavaliers.

There have been moments where Lillard has had to operate as the Bucks' primary offensive option, mainly when Giannis Antetokounmpo had a minutes restriction, but for the most part he's been a very good No. 2 scoring alternative. He's on a solid run of play since he's surpassed the 20-point mark in seven of his last eight contests. Over that span, he's averaging 25.3 points, 4.3 boards and 4.8 assists per game.

Lillard produced 26 points (9-18 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and one steal in 36 minutes during Saturday's 111-109 loss to the Magic.

Lillard posted an impressive stat line and was efficient with his shot, but his excellent showing wasn't enough to lift the Bucks to victory. The star floor general has scored 25-plus points in three of his last four outings, and he's averaging 24.3 points, 5.1 assists and 4.5 rebounds per game in eight contests since the end of the All-Star break.

Lillard (eye) has been listed as probable for Saturday's game against the Magic.

Lillard is trending toward playing Saturday against the Magic after dropping 34 points in Wednesday's win against the Mavericks. The superstar guard is averaging 25.5 points, 4.6 rebounds, 7.2 assists and 1.2 steals per game for the Bucks, shooting 45.3 percent from the floor and 38 percent from deep.

Lillard posted 34 points (11-15 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 7-7 FT), three rebounds, five assists and two steals in 27 minutes during Wednesday's 137-107 victory over the Mavericks.

Lillard was exceptional in all facets of the game, missing only four shots and drilling five three-pointers on the way to another big stat line. The eye contusion that kept him on the injury report seemed to be a non-issue in the game, so he's expected to remain with the first unit in the team's upcoming home game against Orlando.

Lillard (eye) has been cleared to play in Wednesday's game against the Mavericks, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard is having a strong second season with the Bucks as he continues to build chemistry with fellow superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf). The superstar guard is averaging 25.4 points, 4.7 rebounds, 7.2 assists and 1.2 steals per game, shooting 44.8 percent from the floor and 37.6 percent from beyond the arc.

Lillard is probable for Wednesday's game against Dallas with a left eye contusion.

This is a new issue for Lillard, but the veteran guard is planning to play through it for the second leg of this back-to-back set. During Tuesday's win over the Hawks, Lillard recorded 23 points (9-18 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds, four assists and two steals over 36 minutes.

Lillard supplied 23 points (9-18 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds, four assists and two steals over 36 minutes during Tuesday's 127-121 victory over the Hawks.

The superstar point guard finished as the club's second-leading scorer behind Giannis Antetokounmpo (26 points) in the win. However, Lillard struggled from beyond the arc, and he has shot 33.9 percent from downtown in six outings since the All-Star break. On the bright side, the 34-year-old sharpshooter racked up two steals for a third consecutive contest, marking his 18th time recording multiple swipes in 50 regular-season appearances.

Lillard closed with 28 points (8-17 FG, 4-12 3Pt, 8-8 FT), six rebounds, six assists and two steals across 36 minutes during Saturday's 132-117 win over the Mavericks.

The veteran point guard is playing through a minor hamstring issue, but it doesn't seem to be bothering him much. Lillard has drained multiple three-pointers in 13 straight appearances dating back to Jan. 27, and while starting five of the Bucks' six games since the All-Star break, he's averaged 22.4 points, 5.6 assists, 4.2 boards, 3.6 threes and 1.4 steals.

Lillard (hamstring) is available for Saturday's game against the Mavericks, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard was initially deemed questionable for Saturday's game, but the star floor general will suit up for this contest and should handle his regular workload as a go-to threat in the backcourt. He's averaging 25.8 points, 4.8 rebounds and 7.6 assists per game since the beginning of February.

Lillard (hamstring) has been listed as probable to play in Saturday's game against the Mavericks.

Lillard is coming off a 19-point performance in Thursday's win against the Nuggets and is trending toward playing in the second game of a back-to-back Saturday against the Mavericks in Dallas. The superstar guard is averaging 25.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, 7.3 assists and 1.2 steals per game, shooting 44.7 percent from the floor and 38.1 percent from beyond the arc.

Lillard (hamstring) provided 28 points (9-17 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 5-6 FT), three rebounds and eight assists across 38 minutes during Sunday's 120-113 victory over the Heat.

Lillard led the Bucks with 28 points and eight assists following a one-game absence due to a hamstring injury. Across his last six outings, the superstar guard has averaged a stellar 29.3 points, 8.7 assists, 5.8 rebounds, 1.2 steals and 4.2 three-pointers. Lillard is also shooting 90.0 percent from the free-throw line during this span.

Lillard (hamstring) is available for Sunday's game against the Heat, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

As expected, Lillard will return to action Sunday after missing Friday's 104-101 win over the Wizards, the second night of a back-to-back set, due to a hamstring issue. Heading into the All-Star break, Lillard averaged 33.3 points and 9.3 assists over a four-game stretch, but he posted only 15 points (2-12 FG) during Milwaukee's first game following the break.

Lillard (hamstring) is probable for Sunday's game against the Heat, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard didn't play in Friday's win over the Wizards due to right hamstring injury management, but the probable tag suggests he should return to the hardwood Sunday. If that's the case, then Ryan Rollins would return to his regular second-unit role. Lillard is averaging 27.2 points, 8.8 assists, 5.8 rebounds and 1.2 steals per game across six February appearances.

Lillard has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Wizards due to right hamstring injury management.

After struggling with his shot during Thursday's win over the Clippers, Lillard will take a seat for the second half of Milwaukee's back-to-back set as he continues to manage a lingering hamstring injury. Lillard's next chance to suit up will come Sunday against Miami, while Ryan Rollins, Gary Trent and Kevin Porter are all candidates for increased roles against Washington.

Lillard produced 15 points (2-12 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 9-10 FT), seven rebounds, seven assists and two steals across 33 minutes during Thursday's 116-110 win over the Clippers.

The superstar point guard finished as the Buck's third-leading scorer behind Giannis Antetokounmpo (23 points) and Brook Lopez (22 points) in the win. However, Lillard struggled from the field, scoring the majority of his points from the charity stripe. The veteran playmaker operated under a small minutes restriction due to a right hamstring strain, as the club gears up for the second night of a back-to-back set against the Wizards on Friday. Over his last 10 outings, Lillard has averaged 26.9 points, 8.4 assists and 5.6 rebounds across 37.5 minutes per contest.

Lillard (hamstring) is available for Thursday's game against the Clippers, Justin Garcia of the Locked On Bucks podcast reports, although head coach Doc Rivers stated that he'll have a minutes restriction.

Despite the minutes restriction, having Lillard back is a huge boost for the Bucks. The star floor general is averaging 29.6 points, 9.2 assists, 5.6 rebounds and 1.0 steals per game since the beginning of February.

Lillard (hamstring) has been listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Clippers.

Lillard missed the win against the Timberwolves prior to the start of the All-Star break but might be able to return to the floor Thursday for Milwaukee. The superstar guard has recently been red-hot in the scoring department, scoring 38 points or more in the last two games he played in for the Bucks.

Lillard (hamstring) will start for Shaq's OGs against Candace's Rising Stars in the first round of the NBA All-Star Game Tournament, Tim reports.

Lillard will play in his ninth All-Star game despite missing the Bucks' last game due to a hamstring injury. Lillard is averaging 25.8 points, 7.5 assists, 4.7 rebounds and 1.2 steals over 36.5 minutes per game.

Lillard (hamstring) is out for Wednesday's game against Minnesota, NBA reporter Chris Haynes reports.

After being downgraded to questionable Wednesday, Lillard has been ruled out due to a hamstring injury for Milwaukee's final game before the All-Star break. The superstar guard will have plenty of time to recover ahead of his next chance to play for the Bucks, which doesn't arrive until Feb. 20 against the Clippers. With Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) also out against the Timberwolves, Kyle Kuzma should serve as the top scoring option while the likes of Gary Trent, AJ Green and Kevin Porter help fill the void at point guard.

Lillard (hamstring) has been downgraded to questionable for Wednesday's game against Minnesota.

Lillard was previously carrying a probable tag, so this is a worrying sign for fantasy managers. Wednesday's game is the last one prior to the All-Star break, so the Bucks could exercise caution. If Lillard is held out, the Bucks could turn to Kevin Porter and Ryan Rollins in the backcourt.

Lillard (hamstring) has been listed as probable for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves.

Lillard is trending toward playing Wednesday in Minnesota despite dealing with right hamstring soreness. The superstar guard is coming off a 38-point performance in Monday's loss to the Warriors but did commit a career-high 10 turnovers against Golden State. The Bucks will need the talented scorer to be on his game during the matchup with the Timberwolves, with Giannis Antetokounmpo ruled out with a left calf strain.

Lillard closed with a team-high 38 points (12-20 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 11-13 FT), five rebounds, seven assists and one steal over 39 minutes during Monday's 125-111 loss to the Warriors.

The veteran point guard tied Stephen Curry for the scoring lead on the night, but Curry wound up getting more help with Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) sidelined for the Bucks. Lillard has seen his usage skyrocket during Antetokounmpo's absence, and over the last four games he's averaged 33.3 points, 9.3 assists, 6.3 boards, 4.5 threes and 1.3 steals while shooting 50.0 percent from the floor.

Lillard (hamstring) is available for Monday's game against the Warriors.

Lillard was listed on the injury report due to left hamstring soreness following his 43-point performance during Sunday's win against the 76ers. He was able to participate in warmups without suffering a setback, and he's done enough to be cleared to play Monday. Over his last three outings -- coinciding with the absence of Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) -- Lillard has averaged 31.7 points on 46.9 percent shooting (including 40.5 percent from three on 12.3 3PA/G), 10.0 assists, 6.7 rebounds and 1.3 steals over 36.7 minutes per contest.

Lillard is questionable for Monday's game against the Warriors due to right hamstring soreness.

After producing a season-high 43 points (14-27 FG, 8-15 3Pt, 7-7 FT) with eight assists, seven rebounds and two steals across 44 minutes during Sunday's 135-127 victory over the 76ers, Lillard could be held out for the second leg of this back-to-back set. The All-Star break begins this week, and the Bucks may be looking to get him some extra maintenance. Gary Trent, Ryan Rollins and Kevin Porter could all be more involved if Lillard is held out.

Lillard produced 43 points (14-27 FG, 8-15 3Pt, 7-7 FT), eight assists, seven rebounds and two steals across 44 minutes during Sunday's 135-127 victory over the 76ers.

Lillard posted a game- and season-high 43 points, stuffing the stat sheet in a dominant win. The superstar also delivered an efficient performance while attempting a season-high 27 shots. The Bucks have been without Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) in each of Lillard's last three outings, during which the veteran point guard has averaged 31.7 points, 10.0 assists, 6.7 rebounds and 1.3 steals across 36.7 minutes per contest.

Lillard finished Friday's 115-110 loss to the Hawks with 23 points (7-19 FG, 4-13 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 10 assists and nine rebounds over 35 minutes.

It wasn't the most efficient night for Lillard as he drew most of the attention from Hawks defenders due to the absence of Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee). However, Lillard still managed to finish as the Bucks' second-leading scorer behind Bobby Portis (26) and was one rebound shy from registering his third triple-double of the season. Lillard has averaged 25.3 points, 8.5 assists, 5.5 rebounds and 0.9 steals over 37.1 minutes per game over his last 10 outings.

Lillard (groin) is available for Friday's game against the Hawks, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard will continue to play through a nagging groin issue which has caused him to appear on the injury report as of late. He'll be the focal point of the Bucks' offense Friday due to Giannis Antekounmpo being sidelined for a third straight game due to a knee injury. Lillard is coming off a 29-point, 12-assist double-double effort against the Hornets on Wednesday.

Lillard is listed as probable for Friday's game versus the Hawks due to left groin soreness.

Lillard continues to deal with a nagging groin issue but isn't expected to sit out Friday. The star guard is averaging 25.0 points, 6.0 assists, 5.0 rebounds and 2.0 steals in 35.5 minutes across his two appearances against Atlanta this season.

Lillard registered 29 points (9-18 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 8-9 FT), 12 assists, four rebounds and two steals over 31 minutes during Wednesday's 115-101 win over the Hornets.

With Giannis Antetokounmpo scratched late due to left calf soreness, Lillard and the returning Bobby Portis spearheaded the Bucks' offense in Wednesday's victory. Lillard was able to get to the charity stripe for a game-high nine times while logging 12 assists for the fourth time this season. Since the beginning of January, Lillard has averaged 25.0 points, 7.2 assists, 4.6 rebounds and 1.3 steals over 36.3 minutes per game.

Lillard (groin) is available for Wednesday's game against the Hornets, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

As expected, Lillard has been upgraded from probable to available and will suit up after sitting out Monday's loss to the Thunder, which was the second night of a back-to-back set. Over his last 16 appearances, Lillard has averaged 24.8 points, 6.9 assists, 4.6 rebounds and 1.3 steals in 36.6 minutes per game.

Lillard (groin) has been upgraded to probable for Wednesday's game against the Hornets.

Lillard was initially carrying a questionable tag after missing Monday's game against the Thunder, but there's a good chance he was just getting some maintenance for the second leg of that back-to-back set. With Lillard expected back in the lineup, Ryan Rollins will likely shift back to the bench for Milwaukee.

Lillard (groin) is questionable for Wednesday's game versus Charlotte.

Lillard is in jeopardy of missing his second consecutive game after sitting out against the Thunder on Monday for the second leg of a back-to-back set. Ryan Rollins started in Lillard's place Monday and finished with 16 points, one assist and two steals across 18 minutes of the blowout loss.

Lillard (groin) will not play Monday against the Thunder.

The Bucks will be very shorthanded against the Thunder, as Lillard joins Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) and Khris Middleton (rest) on the sidelines for the second leg of this back-to-back set. With Lillard on the shelf, the Bucks could turn to several players to soak up some minutes and that includes Ryan Rollins, AJ Green, Gary Trent and Delon Wright.

Lillard is questionable for Monday's game against the Thunder with left groin soreness.

For the second leg of this back-to-back set, the Bucks could be very shorthanded -- Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) and Khris Middleton (rest) have been ruled out, Bobby Portis (personal) is doubtful and Brook Lopez (back) is carrying a questionable tag. If Lillard ends up sitting, Ryan Rollins, AJ Green, Gary Trent and Delon Wright would be candidates to soak up additional minutes.

Lillard (groin) racked up 15 points (4-15 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 5-6 FT), three rebounds and nine assists in 37 minutes during Sunday's 132-119 loss to the Grizzlies.

After scoring at least 20 points in 13 consecutive games, Lillard finally cooled off while playing through a groin injury Sunday. However, the superstar guard did distribute a team-high nine assists to help offset a poor shooting night. Despite Sunday's hiccup, Lillard is still averaging a strong 25.1 points, 7.9 assists, 5.3 rebounds, 0.9 steals and 3.1 three-pointers over his last nine games.

Lillard (groin) is available for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard has been dealing with groin soreness the past few days but he will extend his streak of consecutive games played to 18. The superstar guard has averaged 27.0 points, 8.4 assists and 6.2 rebounds in 38.4 minutes per contest over his last five appearances.

Lillard (groin) has been listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.

Lillard is listed on the Bucks' injury report with left groin soreness but is trending toward playing Sunday against Memphis. The superstar guard is coming off a decent showing in Friday's blowout loss to the Spurs, finishing with 22 points, three rebounds, seven assists and a block.

Lillard posted 22 points (6-17 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 7-7 FT), three rebounds, seven assists and one block over 37 minutes during Friday's 144-118 loss to San Antonio.

Lillard had a rough performance with his shooting, but he managed to post a solid line with at least 20 points and six assists for the fifth consecutive contest. Lillard has had to adjust to being the second option on offense due to the presence of Giannis Antetokounmpo, but the star floor general has been thriving when given the chance to play a more sizable role in the scoring department. Lillard is averaging 25.4 points, 6.7 assists, 4.7 rebounds and 1.3 steals per game since the beginning of January.

Lillard (groin) has been cleared to play in Friday's game against the Spurs.

Lillard will be available to play for the Bucks for Friday's game against the Spurs. The veteran star played well the last time Milwaukee faced Victor Wembanyama and company, finishing with 26 points, five rebounds and eight assists against San Antonio.

Lillard is questionable for Friday's game against the Spurs due to left groin soreness.

Lillard was a late addition to the injury report but should suit up barring any setbacks prior to tipoff at 8:00 p.m. ET. The superstar hasn't missed a contest since Dec. 26, and in 14 appearances in January, he has averaged 25.6 points, 6.7 assists, 4.9 rebounds, 3.4 threes and 1.4 steals in 36.5 minutes per contest.

Lillard racked up 35 points (14-22 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds, eight assists and one block over 41 minutes during Monday's 125-110 victory over Utah.

Lillard was coming off a 29-point, 10-rebound, 10-assist triple-double in the loss to the Clippers on Saturday, and he built off that performance to deliver his fourth-best scoring mark of the campaign in 2024-25. The star flor general has been on a roll of late with six straight games of at least 25 points, averaging 29.0 points and shooting 50.5 percent from the floor over that stretch.

Lillard closed Saturday's 127-117 loss to the Clippers with 29 points (6-16 FG, 1-9 3Pt, 16-17 FT), 10 rebounds, 10 assists, one block and one steal across 40 minutes.

Standout games from Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo weren't enough to keep Milwaukee's winning streak going. Lillard has been tantalizingly close to triple-double territory several times this season, but he found enough rebounds to earn his first hat trick of the season. Lillard is enjoying an excellent stretch in January, averaging 25.3 points, 6.7 assists, 4.9 rebounds and 1.6 steals over 12 appearances.

Lillard totaled 29 points (9-21 FG, 5-14 3Pt, 6-6 FT), nine rebounds, 11 assists and two steals over 35 minutes during Thursday's 125-96 victory over Miami.

Although the Bucks were stranded in New Orleans until Thursday afternoon due to travel issues, Lillard didn't appear to be sluggish while earning his eighth double-double and teasing his first triple-double of the year. The superstar floor general has been on a roll lately, as he's averaged 26.2 points, 6.3 assists, 4.9 rebounds, 1.4 steals and 3.9 three-pointers while shooting a scorching 48.6 percent from deep over his last nine games. Lillard has also scored at least 22 points in each of these appearances.

The NBA announced that Wednesday's game between the Bucks and Pelicans has been postponed.

Due to extreme weather conditions in New Orleans, the NBA had no choice but to postpone this game. The reschedule date has yet to be announced, however. The Bucks are scheduled to host Miami on Thursday, but NBA reporter Chris Haynes has noted that there is some concern about the team being able to depart on time from New Orleans.

Lillard contributed 26 points (6-14 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 10-10 FT), three rebounds, eight assists, one block and two steals over 36 minutes during Friday's 130-112 win over Toronto.

Lillard took advantage of a soft matchup against the Raptors, scoring at least 25 points for the fifth time in his last seven games. The superstar guard is heating up during this period, averaging 26.0 points, 6.0 assists, 4.3 rebounds, 1.4 steals and 3.7 threes while shooting a blistering 55.3 percent from deep. As long as Giannis Antetokounmpo is healthy for the Bucks to dominate in the painted area, Lillard should continue seeing plenty of open looks from long range.

Lillard finished Wednesday's 122-93 victory over the Magic with 30 points (13-19 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, four assists and four steals over 30 minutes.

The veteran point guard led all scorers on the night as he reached 30 points for the first time since Dec. 6 against the Celtics and extended his streak of games with multiple three-pointers to 21. Lillard has delivered more than 20 points in seven of eight games to begin January, averaging 24.4 points, 5.9 assists, 4.0 boards, 3.5 threes and 1.6 steals on the month while shooting 46.7 percent from downtown.

Lillard finished with 24 points (8-15 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds, seven assists and one block in 35 minutes during Tuesday's 130-115 win over the Kings.

Lillard bounced back from a Sunday's lukewarm shooting night against the Knicks. He's has a productive start to 2025, averaging 23.6 points, 6.1 assists, 3.9 rebounds and 1.3 steals over seven games in January.

Lillard recorded 22 points (8-17 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 4-5 FT), five assists, three rebounds and one steal in 37 minutes during Sunday's 140-106 loss to the Knicks.

The star point guard finished as the club's second-leading scorer behind Giannis Antetokounmpo (24 points) in the blowout loss. Lillard was also fairly efficient from the field, logging his 23rd 20-plus-point outing through 30 regular-season appearances. However, the veteran struggled from beyond the arc, and in seven outings following a four-game absence due to an illness, he has shot 35.8 percent from three-point range.

Lillard (calf) is available for Sunday's game against the Knicks.

As expected, Lillard has been upgraded from probable to available and will play in an eighth consecutive contest after missing a four-game stretch at the end of December. The superstar point guard is coming off a 29-point, seven-assist performance during a 109-106 win over the Magic on Friday.

Lillard is probable for Sunday's game against the Knicks with a left calf contusion.

Lillard is carrying a probable designation once again, but hasn't missed a game since Dec. 26. He's scored at least 25 points in three straight outings with a combined 12 three-pointers in that span.

Lillard accumulated 29 points (9-21 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 8-9 FT), four rebounds, seven assists and three steals in 40 minutes during Friday's 109-106 victory over Orlando.

The veteran point guard has hit for at least 25 points in three straight games, and he's drained multiple threes in 18 straight contests -- a stretch that was interrupted, but not derailed, by a four-game absence in late December due to a calf strain and an illness. Over seven games since returning to the Bucks' lineup, Lillard is averaging 22.4 points, 6.7 assists, 4.1 boards, 3.4 threes and 1.6 steals.

Lillard (calf) is available for Friday's game versus the Magic, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard has been upgraded from probable to available Friday despite dealing with a left calf contusion. The star guard has been hot from behind the arc as of late, converting 38.0 percent of his 8.8 three-point attempts per contest over his last 10 appearances.

Lillard is listed as probable for Friday's game versus the Magic due to a left calf contusion.

Lillard is expected to suit up Friday despite dealing with a left calf contusion. The star guard logged 35 minutes in his most recent outing, so he is unlikely to operate on a minutes restriction if upgraded to available.

Lillard registered 26 points (8-13 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 6-6 FT), five rebounds and eight assists over 35 minutes during Wednesday's 121-105 victory over the Spurs.

Lillard surpassed the 20-point mark for the fourth time across his last six outings since returning from a four-game absence in late December due to a calf issue and an illness. The star floor general is averaging 21.3 points, 6.7 assists, 4.2 rebounds and 1.3 steals per game in that six-game span.

Lillard (calf) will play Wednesday against San Antonio, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard was labeled questionable for the contest with a bruised calf, but he's been upgraded to available. Lillard is averaging 20.4 points, 6.4 assists, 4.0 rebounds and 1.6 steals during his last four appearances.

Lillard (calf) has been listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Spurs.

Lillard has played all but seven games for the Bucks this season but could be trending toward missing Wednesday's game against San Antonio with a calf contusion. The superstar guard is coming off scoring 25 points in 26 minutes in Monday's blowout win against the Raptors. If Lillard doesn't play against the Spurs, the Bucks could turn to AJ Green, Ryan Rollins and potentially Gary Trent Jr. to help shoulder the load in the backcourt.

Lillard ended with 25 points (7-12 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 6-7 FT), five rebounds and three assists over 26 minutes during Monday's 128-104 win over the Raptors.

The superstar led the Bucks in points while moving up to No. 38 on the NBA's all-time scoring list Monday. Lillard delivered a stellar bounce-back outing after he posted 15 points and shot only 5-for-15 from the field during Saturday's loss to Portland. The veteran point guard has now logged 20 regular-season outings with 20-plus points, and he has also sank five-plus threes in nine games this season.

Lillard produced 23 points (6-20 FG, 4-13 3Pt, 7-8 FT), three rebounds, seven assists and one steal in 40 minutes during Thursday's 113-110 loss to the Nets.

Lillard missed four straight games between Dec. 20 and Dec. 26 due to a calf problem and an illness, and the star floor general has struggled to get back on track since returning to the hardwood on Dec. 28. Since returning on the 116-111 loss to the Bulls, Lillard has averaged 20.3 points and 7.7 assists per game in his last three games, but he's shooting 32,1 percent from the floor and 32.3 percent from deep in that stretch.

Lillard posted nine points (3-14 FG, 3-9 3Pt), four rebounds, five assists and two steals over 36 minutes during Tuesday's 120-112 victory over Indiana.

Lillard struggled from the floor, shooting 3-of-14 despite the victory. This was just the second time all season that Lillard has scored single digits, indicating that this performance should be viewed as an outlier as opposed to any sort of downward trend. To this point, Lillard is putting together an impressive campaign, averaging 25.2 points, 4.5 rebounds, 7.6 assists, 1.1 steals and 3.4 three-pointers per game.

Lillard ended Saturday's 116-111 loss to the Bulls with 29 points (8-19 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 10-10 FT), six rebounds, 11 assists and one steal over 35 minutes.

Lillard took a larger role on offense Saturday due to Giannis Antetokounmpo (illness) being sidelined for a fourth straight game. Lillard led both teams in scoring and assists en route to his seventh double-double of the season. Most of his damage came from the charity stripe where he connected on all 10 of his free-throw attempts. Lillard would be in line for another heavy workload against the Pacers on Tuesday if Antetokounmpo is still under the weather.

Lillard (calf, illness) will play in Saturday's game versus the Bulls, NBA reporter Chris Haynes reports.

Lillard has missed Milwaukee's last four contests due to a calf injury and illness but is now set to suit up Saturday. The star guard should reclaim his starting spot from Ryan Rollins. Lillard is averaging 26.8 points, 8.0 assists, 4.4 rebounds and 1.3 steals in 37.1 minutes across his previous 10 appearances.

Lillard (illness) is listed as questionable for Saturday's matchup against the Bulls.

Lillard is in jeopardy of missing his fifth consecutive outing while he deals with an illness, though the questionable tag suggests he is trending in the right direction. If the superstar is sidelined once again, Ryan Rollins and AJ Green are candidates for increased roles, with Delon Wright likely to see an uptick in playing time off the bench.

Lillard (illness) is out for Thursday's game against the Nets, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard missed two games in a row due to a strained right calf and now will miss a third one due to an illness. The Bucks are at their best when their star guard is on the floor, and to make things even more complicated, Giannis Antetokounmpo (back) won't be available, either. Lillard's next chance to return will come Saturday against the Bulls. In the meantime, expect Delon Wright, AJ Green, and Ryan Rollins to see increased minutes in the backcourt.

Lillard (calf/illness) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Nets.

Lillard missed two straight games due to a right calf strain and was unlikely to play Monday due to the injury but was ultimately ruled out due to an illness. He's not listed on the Bucks' injury report with a calf issue, just the illness, so it appears the superstar point guard is trending in the right direction. However, if he's sidelined, Ryan Rollins, AJ Green and Delon Wright would be candidates for increased roles again.

Lillard (illness) will not play Monday against the Bulls, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

No surprise here, as Lillard was previously listed as doubtful with a right calf issue. With the star guard also battling an illness, it was inevitable that he would be ruled out. AJ Green, Gary Trent and Ryan Rollins could all see an uptick in playing time Monday.

Lillard (calf) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Bulls, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard is in danger of missing his third consecutive outing while he deals with a right calf strain. In the likely event that the star point guard is sidelined, AJ Green, Gary Trent and Ryan Rollins could all see an uptick in playing time.

Lillard (calf) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Wizards.

Lillard will miss his second straight game while dealing with a right calf strain. AJ Green started in his place Friday and is a candidate to get another chance Saturday, though Delon Wright will also be in the mix after starting the second half of Friday's clash.

Lillard is out for Friday's game versus the Cavaliers due to a right calf strain.

Lillard appears to have sustained a right calf injury during the NBA Cup Championship and will sit out Friday. AJ Green and Delon Wright are candidates to receive increased playing time in his absence. Lillard's next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Washington.

Lillard amassed 23 points (6-12 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 6-7 FT), four rebounds, four assists and one steal across 35 minutes in Tuesday's NBA Cup Championship win over the Thunder.

The superstar led the Bucks in three-pointers made while logging the second-highest scoring mark of the game, behind Giannis Antetokounmpo (26 points). Lillard posted his 18th matchup with 20 or more points Tuesday, and he has made five-plus shots from beyond the arc in nine outings this season. Over his last 10 regular-season appearances, the veteran point guard has averaged 26.8 points, 8.8 assists, 4.4 rebounds and 1.3 steals while shooting 43.3 percent from downtown in 37.1 minutes per contest.

Lillard (calf) is available and will play in Tuesday's NBA Cup Championship game against the Thunder, head coach Doc Rivers told Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com.

Lillard didn't practice Monday due to precautionary reasons, but his availability for this game isn't surprising since he had stated he was going to play. Lillard has been on a roll of late and has scored at least 25 points in all but one of his previous nine games, averaging 27.1 points, 7.4 assists and 4.3 rebounds per game in that span.

Lillard (calf) is probable for Tuesday's NBA Cup Championship game against the Thunder, but he said Monday that he's going to play, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard didn't practice Monday due to precautionary reasons, but it doesn't sound like his availability is in any real danger for Tuesday's game. Over his last 12 appearances, Lillard has averaged 25.5 points, 8.3 assists, 4.4 rebounds and 1.1 steals in 36.9 minutes per game.

Lillard (undisclosed) did not practice Monday, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Coach Doc Rivers called Lillard's absence "precautionary," but fantasy managers will need to wait for the official injury report to learn what the guard is battling. For now, fantasy managers should operate under the assumption that Lillard will play in Tuesday's NBA Cup Final against the Thunder.

Lillard had 28 points (8-15 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 10-10 FT), two rebounds, nine assists and one steal across 39 minutes during Tuesday's 114-109 win over the Magic.

The Bucks have turned their season around, going 9-2 in their last 11 games. Lillard has been instrumental during this turnaround, averaging 25.5 points, 8.5 assists, 4.3 rebounds, 0.9 steals and 3.5 three-pointers on 46.3 percent shooting in that span.

Lillard tallied 31 points (12-25 FG, 4-12 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds, four assists and one steal over 40 minutes in Friday's 111-105 loss to Boston.

Lillard played a game-high 40 minutes Friday as he and Giannis Antetokounmpo combined for 61 points in a losing effort. Lillard has scored at least 24 points in seven straight games and has connected on at least four three-point attempts in five straight contests. The superstar guard is averaging 26.2 points, 7.3 assists, 4.5 rebounds and 0.9 steals over 36.1 minutes per game this season.

Lillard notched 25 points (8-14 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 4-5 FT), four rebounds, five assists and one steal in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 119-104 loss to the Hawks.

Lillard continues to emerge as an elite three-point threat for the Bucks, and he posted his seventh straight game with at least 20 points and multiple threes made. The star floor general has drained at least five threes in his last four games, a span in which he's shooting an elite 54.8 percent from beyond the arc. Lillard might be operating as the Bucks' second option on offense behind Giannis Antetokounmpo, but there's no question his numbers have been elite enough to rate him as one of the best floor generals in the NBA since he returned from a three-game absence due to a concussion on Nov. 18.

Lillard amassed 27 points (9-17 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds and five assists in 32 minutes during Tuesday's 128-107 victory over the Pistons.

The five threes led the Bucks on the night, and Lillard's 27 points were just one back of Giannis Antetokounmpo for the team lead in that category as well. Lillard has caught fire from beyond the arc, draining multiple threes in six straight games and averaging 27.3 points, 9.0 assists, 4.3 boards, 4.3 threes and 1.0 steals over that stretch while shooting 43.3 percent from long distance.

Lillard chipped in 25 points (8-18 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, 10 assists, one block and three steals over 40 minutes during Saturday's 124-114 victory over the Wizards.

Lillard drained at least three triples for the fourth game in a row, and the veteran floor general has been outstanding since returning from a concussion in the Nov. 18 win over the Rockets. Lillard has five double-doubles in his last six appearances, a span in which the Bucks have gone 6-0, and he's also scored at least 24 points in his previous four outings as well. There's no question the star point guard is going through his most productive stretch of the campaign.

Lillard finished Tuesday's 106-103 win over the Heat with 37 points (10-17 FG, 8-13 3Pt, 9-9 FT), three rebounds, 12 assists, one block and one steal across 38 minutes.

Lillard took on an increased offensive workload with Giannis Antetkounmpo (calf) out and led Milwaukee in points and assists during Tuesday's narrow win. The star guard has now recorded double-doubles in four of his last five outings. Lillard has also not played fewer than 32 minutes in any of his 15 appearances this season.

Lillard ended Saturday's 125-119 victory over the Hornets with 31 points (9-21 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 10-11 FT), four rebounds, four assists and one steal over 35 minutes.

The veteran point guard saw his streak of games with double-digit assists end at three, but Lillard compensated by reaching 30 points for the first time since Nov. 7. While a concussion cost him a few games earlier this month, Lillard has otherwise had a strong start to the season, averaging 25.2 points, 7.4 assists, 4.6 boards, 2.9 threes and 0.9 steals over 14 contests, and he has room to improve those numbers further -- his 32.0 percent shooting from three-point range would be a career low.

Lillard closed with 24 points (8-19 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 5-5 FT), five rebounds, 13 assists and one steal across 37 minutes during Friday's 129-117 win over Indiana.

Lillard wasn't as dominant on offense as Giannis Antetokounmpo, who finished this one with a 37-point triple-double. However, the star point guard has been playing at a high level since returning from a three-game absence due to a concussion. He has three double-doubles in his three games since returning to the court, a span where he's averaging 20.7 points and 11.0 assists per contest. He's shooting just 38.9 percent from the field in that stretch, but fantasy managers can live with the lack of efficiency if he continues to put up these numbers on a regular basis.

Lillard totaled 20 points (7-17 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds and 10 assists in 36 minutes during Wednesday's 122-106 victory over Chicago.

Lillard had a rough shooting display from beyond the arc, but the efficiency woes can be overlooked as he still posted a double-double. The star floor general has two double-doubles this season, and both have come in his last two outings since returning from a three-game absence due to a concussion.

Lillard (concussion) played 36 minutes and finished with 18 points (6-18 FG, 0-6 3Pt, 6-7 FT), 10 assists and four rebounds in Monday's 101-100 win over the Rockets.

Lillard was cleared to return to the Milwaukee lineup following a three-game absence while he was in concussion protocol. Though he was rusty from the field and came up empty from three-point range for the third time in 11 appearances on the season, Lillard came through in the clutch. With the clock winding down on the Bucks' final possession, Lillard weaved around multiple defenders and found an opening for the go-ahead layup with 3.2 seconds remaining. He also collected four of his 10 assists in the final quarter and committed just two turnovers on the night.

Lillard (concussion) is available for Monday's game against the Rockets, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard will make his return Monday from a three-game absence while in the league's concussion protocols. Lillard's return means Delon Wright will retreat to the bench, however the latter could still see meaningful minutes in a reserve role if the Bucks limit Lillard's playing time in his return.

Lillard (concussion) is probable for Monday's game against the Rockets, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard has missed three straight games due to a concussion but is expected to make his return Monday. He's played at least 32 minutes in each of his appearances this season but may face some limitations following a week off. Lillard has scored at least 30 points five times this season but also has four games with 21 or fewer points.

Lillard (concussion) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Hornets, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard will miss his third straight contest while going through the league's concussion protocols. With the superstar and Ryan Rollins (shoulder) ruled out, AJ Green (shoulder), Gary Trent and Pat Connaughton are candidates for an increased role Saturday.

Coach Doc Rivers said Friday that Lillard (concussion) probably won't play in Saturday's game against the Hornets, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

The superstar has missed the Bucks' last two games due to the league's concussion protocols, and he can be considered questionable at best for Saturday's matchup. With both AJ Green (shoulder) and Ryan Rollins (shoulder) unlikely to play, Gary Trent and Pat Connaughton are candidates for an increased role if Lillard is unable to suit up once again.

Lillard (concussion) will not play Wednesday against the Pistons, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

It's no surprise to see Lillard missing his second game in a row, as he just entered the league's concussion protocol. With Lillard sidelined, AJ Green, Ryan Rollins (shoulder) and Pat Connaughton are candidates to step into larger roles for the Bucks. It remains to be seen if Lillard will be ready for Saturday's contest against the Hornets.

Lillard has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Raptors after entering the league's concussion protocol, Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com reports.

Lillard logged 36 minutes in Sunday's 113-107 loss to the Celtics, but he evidently suffered a head injury at some point along the way. Look for AJ Green, Ryan Rollins and Pat Connaughton to pick up the slack until Lillard passes through the league's concussion protocol.

Lillard chipped in 14 points (4-15 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 5-5 FT), six assists, four rebounds and three steals over 36 minutes during Sunday's 113-107 loss to Boston.

The All-Star tied Derrick White for the game high in assists while tying AJ Green for the team-high in steals, though he struggled from beyond the arc in the loss. Lillard has produced a fairly solid start to the season, during which he has averaged 26.0 points, 6.6 assists and 4.6 rebounds across 35.8 minutes per game while shooting 44.4 percent from the field in 10 regular-season appearances. However, he's shot only 5-for-23 from three-point range over his last three games. The 34-year-old has scored 30 or more points five times this season, and with the exception of a few poor outings, Lillard's scoring and volume remain top-tier.

Lillard ended Thursday's 123-100 victory over the Jazz with 34 points (12-22 FG, 4-11 3Pt, 6-7 FT), four rebounds, seven assists and four steals over 37 minutes.

Lillard led the way with Giannis Antetokounmpo back in the lineup as the Bucks sealed a decisive win against the Jazz. Lillard is in the midst of an excellent scoring streak, averaging 37.0 points, 7.7 assists, 3.3 rebounds and 1.3 steals over the past three games.

Lillard supplied 36 points (11-22 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 9-9 FT), seven assists and two rebounds across 37 minutes during Monday's 116-114 loss to the Cavaliers.

With Giannis Antetokounmpo (thigh) absent Monday, Lillard exploded for his second-highest mark on the season. The superstar point guard amassed 41 points in Saturday's loss to Cleveland, and he again failed to will the Bucks to a win Monday, despite a valiant effort. Alas, the club finds itself with a 1-6 record, and the Bucks will need the All-Star to continue shooting the rock at a high volume alongside a healthy Antetokounmpo if they are going to turn things around. Lillard has averaged 27.6 points, 6.7 assists and 4.6 rebounds while shooting 39.1 percent from downtown across 35.9 minutes per game in seven regular-season outings.

Lillard finished with 41 points (13-24 FG, 10-15 3Pt, 5-8 FT), four rebounds, nine assists and one block over 39 minutes during Saturday's 114-113 loss to Cleveland.

Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo combined for 75 of the Bucks' 113 points during Saturday's loss. Lillard entered the contest having gone just 3-for-21 from beyond the arc over his last three outings, but he connected on a season-high 10 three pointers, seven of which came in the first half. It wasn't enough to get the win, but Lillard and the Bucks will look to get their revenge against the Cavaliers during Monday's rematch.

Lillard produced four points (1-12 FG, 0-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, six assists and one steal in 33 minutes during Thursday's 122-99 loss to the Grizzlies.

Lillard's four-point outing Thursday tied a career low as he continues to struggle with his efficiency from the floor. Over his last three games, Lillard has shot just 32.5 percent from the field, including 3-for-21 from beyond the arc. Things won't get easier for Lillard and the Bucks as they head back to Milwaukee to play Cleveland on Saturday in the first leg of a home-and-home series.

Lillard accumulated 33 points (7-15 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 17-18 FT), seven rebounds, seven assists, one block and two steals in 36 minutes during Monday's 119-108 loss to Boston.

The superstar led the Bucks in scoring with Giannis Antetokounmpo following close behind (30 points). However, Lillard struggled from three-point range once again, and he has shot only 6-for-27 from deep in the club's last three regular-season outings. The All-Star has posted 30-plus points in two of the Bucks' four matchups this year, though his shooting woes from beyond the arc are a cause for concern as Milwaukee falls to one win and three loses on the season.

Lillard ended Sunday's 115-102 loss to Brooklyn with 21 points (5-13 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 10-11 FT), four rebounds and four assists across 32 minutes.

Lillard was the Bucks' second-leading scorer Sunday behind Giannis Antetokounmpo (22), but the former struggled from deep as he missed all but one of his seven three-point attempts. Lillard has gone 10-for-31 from three over the first three games of the regular season, and over that span he is averaging 26.3 points, 6.0 assists and 5.7 rebounds over 35.3 minutes per game.

Lillard closed Friday's 133-122 loss to the Bulls with 28 points (11-21 FG, 3-12 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds and eight assists in 36 minutes.

Lillard made just three of his 12 shots from beyond the arc, but other than that, it was business as usual for the star floor general. It's only been two games, but Lillard seems more comfortable compared to the previous season, and that should only lead to good things for the Bucks. Even though Lillard will probably operate as the Bucks' second-best option on offense in most games, he should have enough upside to remain as one of the most productive guards across all formats.

Lillard ended with 30 points (9-19 FG, 6-12 3Pt, 6-7 FT), nine rebounds and six assists over 38 minutes during Wednesday's 124-109 victory over Philadelphia.

Lillard led Milwaukee in scoring even ahead of Giannis Antetokounmpo, who finished with 25 points (8-11 FG, 9-16 FT), 14 rebounds and seven assists in this season opener. The star floor general is looking to bounce back from a subpar 2023-24 campaign, and while one game is too much of a small sample size to draw any conclusions from, he might be playing with a chip on his shoulder while trying to keep the Bucks as a true contender in the Eastern Conference.

Lillard will start Wednesday's regular-season opener against the 76ers.

Lillard returns to the starting lineup after resting during the preseason finale. The All-Star point guard is looking for a bounce-back campaign after a down year, by his standards, during his first campaign in Milwaukee.

Lillard (rest) isn't listed on the injury report for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the 76ers.

As expected, Lillard is good to go for the regular season after resting during the Bucks' preseason finale. By his standards, the veteran didn't have the best statistical season during his first year with the Bucks, but he still averaged 24.3 points and 7.0 assists across 35.3 minutes per game.

Lillard (rest) is out of Thursday's preseason game against the Mavericks, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Head coach Doc Rivers is being overly cautious with his star players, and he won't play either Lillard or Giannis Antetokounmpo (rest) in the preseason finale. However, the star guard should be ready to go for the regular-season opener against the 76ers on Oct. 23.

Lillard finished with 20 points (6-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 6-7 FT), five rebounds, nine assists, two steals and a block across 27 minutes in Monday's 111-107 preseason win over the Bulls.

Giannis Antetokounmpo stole the show with a double-double in just 23 minutes Monday, but Lillard finished just one assist away from doing so, as the star floor general looks ready for the start of the regular season. The Bucks still have one more preseason contest left, as they'll take on the 76ers on Thursday. Lillard is set to enter his second year with the Bucks after averaging 24.3 points, 7.0 assists and 4.4 rebounds per game in 2023-24.

Lillard recorded 15 points (5-10 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds, four assists and a steal across 17 minutes in Sunday's 120-87 preseason loss to the Pistons.

Lillard was the only starter who scored in double digits for the Bucks in this preseason opener, and while there isn't a lot to analyze from the 17 minutes he was on the court, at least he looked sharp with his three-point shooting after making just 35.4 percent of his attempts in the 2023-24 regular season. Lillard should continue ramping up ahead of the regular-season opener against the 76ers on Oct. 23, as he figures to be a key figure for the Bucks following a disappointing 2023-24 campaign.

Lillard tallied 28 points (7-16 FG, 4-12 3Pt, 10-10 FT), four assists and two rebounds over 35 minutes in Thursday's 120-98 loss to Indiana in Game 6 of the first round of the Eastern Conference Playoffs.

Lillard returned in Game 6 after missing the last two games with an Achilles injury, doing all he could to help Milwaukee extend the series by leading all players in Thursday's series-ending contest in scoring and threes made while ending perfect from the free-throw line. Despite dealing with some injury issues during the first-round series against Indiana, Lillard posted 28 or more points in all four of his appearances while adding four or more threes in each of those contests.

Lillard (Achilles) is available for Thursday's Game 6 against Indiana, Chris Haynes of Turner Sports reports.

Lillard has been upgraded from questionable to available Thursday after missing the previous two contests with right Achilles tendinitis. The star guard will likely replace Malik Beasley in the starting lineup. Lillard is averaging 32.3 points, 5.3 assists, 3.7 rebounds and 1.3 steals in 40.7 minutes across his previous three appearances in Milwaukee's first-round series against the Pacers.

Lillard (Achilles) is considered a game-time decision for Thursday's Game 6 against the Pacers, Pat Boylan of Bally Sports Indiana reports.

Lillard could return to action Thursday after missing the previous two contests with a right Achilles injury. While Lillard is reportedly more likely to suit up than Giannis Antetokounmpo, an official injury update should be released closer to the 6:30 p.m. ET tipoff.

Lillard (Achilles) has been upgraded to questionable for Thursday's Game 6 against the Pacers, Jeremiah Johnson of Bally Sports Indiana reports.

Lillard was initially deemed doubtful for a third consecutive matchup, but he's trending in the right direction ahead of Thursday's tipoff. If he's able to return to action, it'd provide a significant boost for the Bucks, who are attempting to keep their season alive by forcing a Game 7. If Lillard is unable to suit up, Malik Beasley will likely remain in the starting lineup, while Khris Middleton would likely be a centerpiece for Milwaukee.

Lillard (Achilles) is doubtful for Thursday's Game 6 against the Pacers, Pat Boylan of Bally Sports Indiana reports.

Lillard is listed as doubtful for a third straight matchup after aggravating a right Achilles injury during Game 3. Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) is also doubtful, so Bobby Portis and Malik Beasley should remain in the starting lineup. The Bucks had a valiant effort in Game 5 at home to extend the series, led by Portis and Khris Middleton, but they still need to win back-to-back games to advance to the second round.

Lillard (Achilles) has been ruled out for Tuesday's Game 5 against the Pacers, Pat Boylan of Bally Sports Indiana reports.

Lillard will miss his second straight contest Tuesday after being downgraded from doubtful to out with a right Achilles strain. Malik Beasley will likely draw another start in his absence. If Milwaukee is able to win Game 5, Lillard's next chance to suit up will come in Game 6 on Thursday.

Lillard (Achilles) is doubtful for Tuesday's Game 5 against the Pacers.

Lillard aggravated a right Achilles injury during Game 3 and missed Game 4 after being diagnosed with a strained tendon. The Bucks lost both games and now face elimination. Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) is also doubtful despite a positive update over the weekend, so Khris Middleton (ankle) and Brook Lopez may have to lead Milwaukee's offense again, while Malik Beasley and Bobby Portis remain in the starting lineup.

Lillard's (Achilles) status for Game 5 against the Pacers on Tuesday is in doubt, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Lillard has been playing through right Achilles soreness but aggravated the issue during Game 3 and was ruled out for Game 4 after being diagnosed with a strained tendon. Charania also said Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) isn't close to returning, so the Bucks may be without their top two weapons for a second straight game. Malik Beasley and Bobby Portis would likely remain in the starting lineup if Lillard and Antetokounmpo are out again, but Andre Jackson could also be a candidate for more minutes. Lillard's official status for the potential elimination game should be released Monday night.

Lillard (Achilles) has been ruled out for Sunday's Game 4 against the Pacers.

As expected, Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) have been downgraded from doubtful to out. Khris Middleton (ankle) remains probable. Per Shams Charania of The Athletic, Lillard had been playing through soreness in his Achilles over the last few weeks and aggravated the issue during the Bucks' Game 3 loss on Friday. Malik Beasley, Andre Jackson and AJ Green are all candidates for increased roles in Lillard's absence.

Lillard (Achilles) is doubtful for Sunday's Game 4 versus the Pacers,

A report from Shams Charania of The Athletic on Friday hinted at this, but now the Bucks have officially listed Lillard as doubtful on their injury report. Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) is also doubtful, so the Bucks will need guys like Khris Middleton, Bobby Portis and Brook Lopez to step up offensively.

Lillard suffered a strained Achilles in Friday's loss to the Pacers and there is serious doubt over his availability for Game 4 on Sunday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Lillard was able to return to Game 3 after suffering the injury and finished the contest with 28 points (6-20 FG, 4-12 3Pt, 12-12 FT), eight assists, three steals and one rebound over 45 minutes. Final confirmation on his status Sunday will presumably come closer to game time. AJ Green, Andre Jackson and Malik Beasley would all be candidates to see increased minutes alongside Patrick Beverley in the backcourt should Lillard ultimately have to sit out.

Lillard posted 28 points (6-20 FG, 4-12 3Pt, 12-12 FT), eight assists, three steals and one rebound over 45 minutes in Friday's 121-118 overtime loss to Indiana in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference quarterfinals.

Despite leaving Friday's game briefly with a knee injury, Lillard finished the Game 3 contest while leading all Bucks players in assists and ending two points shy of the 30-point mark to provide a boost offensively in a losing effort. Lillard, who was perfect from the free-throw line to go along with a team-high-tying mark from three, has posted at least 28 points in all three games of the quarterfinals. It will be worth monitoring Lillard's status ahead of Game 4 and if he has an issues with his left knee that limits his availability.

Lillard (knee) has returned to Friday's Game 3 against the Pacers, Tony East of SI.com reports.

Lillard went straight to the locker room after suffering an apparent left knee injury with 2:13 remaining in the first quarter, but he was back on the court to start the second period. Khris Middleton is playing through an ankle sprain he suffered in Game 2 and Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) has yet to play this postseason, so Lillard's return is a major relief. The All-Star has scored 69 points through the first two games of the series but struggled in the second half on both matchups, which allowed Indiana to even the series with a Game 2 win Tuesday.

Lillard left Friday's Game 3 with 2:13 remaining in the first quarter due to an apparent knee injury and went to the locker room, Tony East of SI.com reports.

Lillard drove to the basket for a layup and gently collided with Pascal Siakam but landed awkwardly and had to be helped to the bench. Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) has yet to play this postseason, and Khris Middleton is playing through an ankle injury he suffered early in Game 2, so Lillard's potential absence couldn't come at a worse time. AJ Green subbed in for Lillard, but Pat Connaughton and Malik Beasley are candidates for increased roles until the All-Star point guard can return.

Lillard totaled 34 points (10-21 FG, 6-13 3Pt, 8-9 FT), four rebounds, five assists and one steal in 39 minutes during Tuesday's 125-108 loss to the Pacers in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals.

Lillard followed up his 35-point performance in Game 1 with another solid number, but his stellar play wasn't enough this time around. His supporting cast was much less effective in Game 2, and Giannis Antetokounmpo's (calf) missing output continues to plague the offense. Lillard's excellent start to the postseason is no surprise, as he's averaged 29.5 points, 6.2 assists and 4.5 rebounds over 62 playoff games in his career.

Lillard finished with 35 points (11-24 FG, 6-11 3Pt, 7-7 FT), six rebounds and three assists in 38 minutes during Sunday's 109-94 victory over Indiana in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals.

Lillard scored all of his team-high 35 points in the first half, the most ever scored by a Bucks player in playoff history. Although he failed to score in the second half, the damage was done, leading his team to an emphatic Game 1 victory. With Giannis Antetokounmpo likely to miss at least another game, Lillard will need to come out firing again Tuesday if the Bucks are to secure a 2-0 series lead.

Lillard (adductor) is not in the official injury report for Sunday's game against the Pacers.

The Bucks are listing Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) as doubtful for the series opener. Still, there's no mention of Lillard, and given that he practiced Friday with no problems, he should be able to handle his regular workload, and even carry the team offensively in the absence of Antetokounmpo, for the series opener Sunday. Lillard averaged 24.3 points, 7.0 assists and 4.4 rebounds per game during the regular season, and his usage rate should increase considerably in the playoffs as long as Antetokounmpo remains out.

Lillard (adductor) practiced Friday, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard didn't practice Tuesday or Wednesday to rest lingering injuries but is trending in the right direction after putting in a full session Friday. However, his status for Game 1 of the opening-round series against Indiana on Sunday likely won't be known until Saturday afternoon.

Lillard didn't practice Tuesday or Wednesday due to lingering groin and abductor injuries, Jamal Collier of ESPN.com reports.

Lillard has been dealing with the injuries for the last three weeks and missed four of the Bucks' final nine regular-season games. The superstar sharpshooter said Tuesday he won't be 100 percent for the postseason but added that no one is at this point in the campaign. Coach Doc Rivers said tests on Lillard's lower body returned clean but added that he still wanted to give his point guard "a little more rest."

Lillard ended with 16 points (2-14 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 12-13 FT), four rebounds, two assists and one steal in 30 minutes during Sunday's 113-88 loss to the Magic.

Lillard returned for Sunday's regular-season finale after missing Milwaukee's previous game with adductor soreness, struggling from the field despite ending north of 15 points thanks to a strong showing at the free-throw line in a losing effort. Lillard tied a season-low in field goals made Sunday, though he posted his 11th game with 12 or more three throw made. The Bucks hope Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo are able to get healthy and back to 100 percent as the postseason gets underway.

Lillard (adductor) has been cleared for Sunday's game against Orlando.

Lillard will take the court as Milwaukee's leader once again with Giannis Antetokounmpo missing a third consecutive contest due to a calf injury. A win secures the two seed in the Eastern Conference for Milwaukee, signifying an opportunity for second-round home court advantage in the playoffs.

Lillard (adductor) is listed as probable for Sunday's game versus the Magic.

Lillard is expected to return to action Sunday after missing Milwaukee's previous contest with left adductor soreness. If the star point guard is upgraded to available, either Patrick Beverley or Malik Beasley will likely head back to the bench.

Lillard (adductor) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Thunder.

As expected, Lillard has been downgraded from doubtful to out and will join Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) on the sidelines. Lillard's last chance to suit up during the regular season will come Sunday in Orlando.

Lillard is listed as doubtful for Friday's game versus the Thunder due to left adductor soreness.

Lillard presumably suffered his injury against Orlando and is expected to miss Friday's contest. Patrick Beverley and Malik Beasley will likely see increased playing time if the star guard is ruled out against Oklahoma City.

Lillard accumulated 29 points (10-19 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 6-7 FT), six rebounds and nine assists across 34 minutes during Wednesday's 117-99 win over the Magic.

Lillard was limited to just 12 points during Tuesday's win over Boston, but he bounced back in the second half of the back-to-back set and came within one assist of a double-double. He's made four appearances since returning from a three-game absence, averaging 25.0 points, 6.5 assists and 4.5 rebounds in 36.8 minutes per game.

Lillard posted 12 points (5-11 FG, 2-5 3Pt), three rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal across 36 minutes during Tuesday's 104-91 victory over the Celtics.

Lillard didn't have his best performance and delivered his lowest scoring mark since March 24, when he posted 11 points in a 118-93 win over the Thunder. The star floor general hasn't posted the same numbers he used to deliver during his Portland days, but he's still averaging a solid 23.9 points and 8.0 assists per game over his last 10 contests. That figure should increase even more in case Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) is forced to miss games, which is a realistic possibility given his injury and the fact the Bucks only have three games left in the regular season.

Coach Doc Rivers said Lillard (hip) is available for Tuesday's game against the Celtics, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

As expected, Lillard, Giannis Antetokounmpo (hamstring), Khris Middleton (quadriceps) and Patrick Beverley (ankle) have all been upgraded from probable to available. Over two appearances since returning from a three-game absence, Lillard has totaled 59 points, 12 assists, nine rebounds, two blocks and two steals.

Lillard is listed as probable for Tuesday's game against Boston due to left hip soreness.

Lillard being a gameday addition to Tuesday's injury report is concerning, but he appears firmly on track to suit up in Milwaukee's 7:30 p.m. ET tipoff. The Bucks currently have Giannis Antetokounmpo (hamstring), Khris Middleton (quad) and Patrick Beverly (ankle) listed as probable in addition to Lillard.

Lillard (adductor) tallied 36 points (10-24 FG, 4-12 3Pt, 12-14 FT), six assists, five rebounds and one steal across 38 minutes Friday in the Bucks' 117-111 loss to the Raptors.

Lillard's return from a three-game absence -- the last two due to a right adductor strain and the first due to a personal matter -- wasn't enough to uplift the sinking Bucks, who dropped their third straight game to a sub-.500 team to remain just one game ahead of Cleveland for the No. 2 spot in the Eastern Conference standings. With Giannis Antetokounmpo (hamstring) sitting out Friday, Lillard took on a bloated 40.4 usage rate -- well above his season-long rate of 28.6 percent -- and while he posted some strong overall numbers, subpar shooting took a 40- or even 50-point game off the table. Assuming Lillard's adductor strain didn't cause any complications Friday, he should be ready to play big minutes again Sunday versus the Knicks, though he'll sacrifice some usage if Antetokounmpo is cleared to suit up.

Lillard (groin) is available for Friday's game versus the Raptors, Chris Haynes of Turner Sports reports.

Lillard will return to action Friday after missing Milwaukee's last three contests with an adductor strain. The star guard will likely reclaim his starting spot from Pat Connaughton against Toronto. Lillard is averaging 24.1 points, 9.2 assists and 4.8 rebounds in 37.7 minutes across his last 10 appearances.

Lillard (groin) is questionable for Friday's game against the Raptors.

Lillard has sat out the past three games for Milwaukee due to an adductor strain, but this is the first time he's received the "questionable" since hitting the sidelines. We should get another update following Friday's shootaround, but if Lillard is able to return, Pat Connaughton would likely head back to the second unit.

Lillard (groin) will not play Wednesday against the Grizzlies.

Lillard will miss his third straight game Wednesday, and his second in a row due to his groin. With both Lillard and Patrick Beverley (ankle) sidelined, Pat Connaughton and AJ Green could both see plenty of reps.

Lillard has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Washington due to a right groin strain.

Lillard was unavailable Saturday against Atlanta due to personal reasons, and he'll sit out a second consecutive game while tending to a personal matter. His next chance to suit up will be Wednesday against the Grizzlies, while Patrick Beverley (wrist), AJ Green and Pat Connaughton could see increased roles Tuesday.

Lillard has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Hawks due to personal reasons.

Lillard briefly went to the locker room due to an undisclosed reason during Thursday's loss to the Pelicans, but his absence Saturday isn't injury-related. Patrick Beverley (wrist), AJ Green and Pat Connaughton are candidates for increased ball-handling opportunities, but Giannis Antetokounmpo (hamstring) and Khris Middleton (ankle) should lead Milwaukee's offense in usage. Lillard's next chance to suit up will come Tuesday in Washington.

Lillard accumulated 27 points (9-29 FG, 3-14 3Pt, 6-7 FT), five rebounds, eight assists and one steal in 49 minutes before fouling out of Tuesday's 128-124 double-overtime loss to the Lakers.

Lillard posted his 34th game of the year with at least 25 points, although that number pales in comparison to his 44 games with 25-plus points last year. He also facilitated while committing only two turnovers, but he had no offensive rhythm from anywhere on the court Tuesday. There will be better days ahead for the 33-year-old, who is still knocking down 40.0 percent of 9.6 threes through 12 contests in March.

Lillard totaled 30 points (11-22 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 3-3 FT), three rebounds, 12 assists and two steals over 37 minutes during Thursday's 115-108 victory over the Nets.

Even though Lillard operates as the Bucks' second-best offensive option in most games due to the presence of Giannis Antetokounmpo, there's no question the star floor general is trending in the right direction. Antetokounmpo has been bothered by a hamstring injury in recent days, and perhaps that is also one of the reasons why Lillard has been a bit more active offensively. Lillard has now scored at least 30 points in three games in a row while averaging 26.0 points, 8.9 assists and 4.0 rebounds per game in March.

Lillard finished Wednesday's 122-119 loss to Boston with 32 points (11-21 FG, 6-10 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, six assists, one block and one steal over 36 minutes.

Lillard was the leading scorer Wednesday as he scored one more point than Jayson Tatum. Lillard has now scored 30-plus points in each of his last two games with Giannis Antetokounmpo (hamstring) sidelined over that span. Lillard is averaging 25.6 points on 44.6 percent shooting (including 42.4 percent from three on 9.4 3PA/G), 4.1 rebounds and 8.6 assists over 36.7 minutes per game in March.

Lillard produced 31 points (10-19 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 7-7 FT), five rebounds, 16 assists and one steal over 39 minutes during Sunday's 140-129 victory over Phoenix.

With Giannis Antetokounmpo (hamstring) getting the day off, Lillard stepped up with a big performance, topping 30 points for the third time in the last seven games while setting a new season high in assists. The veteran point guard has 11 double-doubles on the season, and three of them have come in March as he's averaged 24.8 points, 8.9 assists, 4.1 boards and 3.8 threes so far on the month.

Lillard racked up 17 points (7-16 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds, nine assists, one block and one steal over 38 minutes during Thursday's 114-105 win over the 76ers.

Lillard didn't have his best shooting performance and needed 16 shots to score 17 points, but he made his presence felt as a playmaker and dished out nine or more assists for the third time across his last four games. Lillard can still take over a game if needed, but he's been forced to adjust to play as the second option behind Giannis Antetokounmpo in Milwaukee. His numbers have suffered because of that, as he's averaging nearly eight points fewer (24.3 ppg) compared to last season (32.2 ppg).

Lillard contributed 35 points (11-19 FG, 7-13 3Pt, 6-7 FT), seven rebounds and 11 assists across 38 minutes during Sunday's 124-117 victory over the Clippers.

Lillard has attempted 10 or more three pointers in four of his last five games and has gone 42.6 percent from beyond the arc in that span. He's carried his All-Star Game MVP momentum into the second portion of the regular season and has been a large factor in Milwaukee's 8-2 record since the break. Over his last 10 games, Lillard has averaged 24.9 points, 5.6 rebounds and 7.5 assists over 35.3 minutes per game.

Lillard produced 28 points (10-23 FG, 4-12 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds and 12 assists over 38 minutes during Friday's 123-122 loss to the Lakers.

Lillard put up a big line and came through with eight of his 28 points in the fourth quarter, but he lost a chance for glory when his potential game-winning jumper was blocked by Spencer Dinwiddie at the buzzer. Nonetheless, the star point guard put together a standout fantasy performance, recording his first double-double since Feb. 23 and falling one assist shy of his season-high mark. Lillard also extended his run of games with multiple triples to 12.

Lillard (ribs) will play in Friday's game against the Lakers.

Lillard was considered questionable earlier in the day, but he made it through warmups without any setbacks. Coach Doc Rivers didn't mention any restrictions, so fantasy managers can start him with confidence.

Lillard (ribs) is expected to play in Friday's game against the Lakers, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard was a late addition to the injury report with a contusion, but he's warming up to play and coach Doc Rivers said he anticipated that the guard would be available along with Giannis Antetokounmpo (Achilles).

Lillard is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Lakers due to a right rib contusion.

Despite not appearing on the injury report all day, Lillard is now in danger of missing his first game since Feb. 8 on Friday due to a right rib contusion. If the star guard is ruled out, Patrick Beverley could start in his absence.

Lillard ended Wednesday's 125-90 loss to the Warriors with 20 points (7-16 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 1-1 FT), one rebound, six assists, one block and one steal in 33 minutes.

The veteran point guard drained multiple threes for the 11th straight game, but Lillard was one of only three Bucks to score in double digits on the night. Over that stretch, he's averaging 22.4 points, 6.4 assists, 4.8 boards, 3.1 threes and 1.1 steals, and the 33-year-old seems to have settled into the lower usage rate that comes with being Giannis Antetokounmpo's running mate, rather than the monster volume he typically saw in Portland.

Lillard supplied 41 points (12-22 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 13-13 FT), four rebounds, four assists and one steal over 42 minutes during Monday's 113-106 win over the Clippers.

Lillard took over for the Bucks in the absence of Giannis Antetokounmpo (Achilles), and the star floor general delivered one of his best scoring performances of the campaign right when Milwaukee needed him the most. This was just the third time Lillard reached the 40-point mark this season, and he could be in line for another heavy workload against the Warriors on Wednesday in case Antetokounmpo doesn't recover in time for that matchup.

Lillard registered 16 points (4-18 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 5-5 FT), three rebounds and seven assists across 33 minutes during Friday's 113-97 victory over the Bulls.

Llllard was unable to find his shot against the Bulls. Friday marked Lillard's second consecutive game of 20 points or less, and while fantasy managers shouldn't worry themselves too much about the downswing, the veteran is on pace to hit career lows in field goal percentage and three-point percentage.

Lillard closed Tuesday's 123-85 win over the Hornets with 23 points (8-14 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 3-3 FT), nine rebounds and seven assists over 25 minutes.

Lillard finished just one rebound and three assists away from a triple-double, and similar to what happened with Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Bucks didn't want to risk him in what turned out to be an easy win for Milwaukee. Lillard has been heating up of late, scoring at least 20 points in four outings in a row while averaging 23.0 points, 8.3 assists and 7.5 rebounds per game in that span.

Lillard finished with 24 points (8-15 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds, nine assists and two steals in 36 minutes during Sunday's 119-98 win over Philadelphia.

Lillard displayed his two-way dominance to lead Milwaukee to victory, leading the team with a pair of steals while ending one assist shy of the double-digit mark and finishing second on the team in scoring in a balanced performance. Lillard has recorded at least 20 points, five rebounds and five assists in 10 contests this year, including in three straight games. He has surpassed the 20-point mark three games in a row and in four of his last six appearances.

Lillard produced 21 points (8-23 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 3-4 FT), nine rebounds, 10 assists, one block and two steals over 38 minutes during Friday's 112-107 win over Minnesota.

Lillard had a rough shooting performance, as he needed 23 shots to score 21 points and also missed six of his eight attempts from beyond the arc, but the star floor general still delivered an impressive stat line, ending just one rebound shy of a triple-double. Unlike during most of his Portland era, Lillard doesn't have to do the heavy lifting on most nights, as he shares the scoring load with Giannis Antetokounmpo, but even in that scenario where he profiles as a No. 2 option on offense, Lillard remains an elite fantasy contributor. He's averaging 21.0 points, 7.0 assists and 3.7 rebounds per game since the beginning of February.

Lillard was named the NBA All-Star Game MVP on Sunday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

After winning the Starry 3-Point Contest on Saturday, Lillard led the Eastern Conference All-Stars in his first career All-Star Game start Sunday. He tallied 39 points (14-26 FG, 11-23 3Pt), six assists, three rebounds and a steal in 28 minutes to help the East log a 200-plus point total as a team for the first time in All-Star Game history. Lillard will now have a few days to rest before the Bucks resume play Friday in Minnesota. Over his four appearances leading up to the All-Star break, the 33-year-old averaged 21.0 points, 6.3 assists and 3.5 rebounds in 29.8 minutes per game.

Lillard defeated Atlanta's Trae Young in the final round of Saturday's Starry 3-Point Contest, taking home his second consecutive title.

Lillard became the first back-to-back winner of the competition since Jason Kapono claimed consecutive wins in 2007 and 2008. The Bucks point guard was one of four of the contest's eight competitors to tie for the lead with 26 points in the first round, with Lilllard, Young and Minnesota's Karl-Anthony Towns all advancing to the final over Indiana's Tyrese Haliburton following a 30-second tiebreaker round. After Young and Towns turned in scores of 24 and 22 points, respectively, in the final round, Lillard tied Young's score after hitting a flurry of shots on the second-to-last rack, then missed four consecutive shots on the final rack before knocking down his last attempt to seal the win.

Lillard ended with 24 points (7-21 FG, 3-13 3Pt, 7-7 FT), five rebounds, seven assists and one steal across 35 minutes during Thursday's 113-110 loss to Memphis.

Lillard had a rough time shooting the rock and was particularly woeful from three-point range, though he attempted enough field goals to deliver a decent stat line across the board. Lillard has adjusted well to being Milwuakee's second-best offensive alternative after spending most of his career as the alpha dog with the Trail Blazers. While his numbers have experienced a slight decrease, it hasn't been a massive issue from a fantasy perspective. He's averaging 24.6 points, 6.7 assists and 4.1 rebounds per game across 51 appearances in 2023-24.

Lillard (ankle) has been cleared to play Thursday night against the Grizzlies, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard was once again added to the injury report as probable with an ankle injury, but as expected, he's been given the green light to take the court. He'll have a good chance to get back on track against a depleted Memphis roster after hitting only 37.9 percent of his tries (11-for-29) from the field over his last two appearances.

Lillard (ankle) is listed as probable for Thursday's game versus the Grizzlies.

Lillard continues to deal with a nagging ankle injury but is expected to suit up for his fourth straight contest. The star guard is struggling with his outside shot as of late, converting just 31.6 percent of his 7.6 three-point attempts per contest over his last 10 appearances.

Lillard logged 16 points (5-14 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), two rebounds and five assists over 32 minutes during Tuesday's 123-97 loss to Miami.

Lillard tied for second on Milwaukee in scoring, but he had a tough time shooting the ball, going just 2-for-7 from three-point range and 3-of-7 from inside the arc. The star point guard did manage to convert from deep for the 50th straight game to begin the campaign, though on a per-game basis his 2.9 triples per contest is on pace for his lowest mark since 2016-17. Lillard's overall output has dropped a bit now that he's playing alongside another dominant star in Giannis Antetokounmpo, but Lillard is still putting up healthy fantasy numbers with 24.6 points, 6.7 assists, 4.1 rebounds and 1.0 steals per game.

Lillard (ankle) will play in Tuesday's game against the Heat.

Both Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) will play through probable tags Tuesday for the second leg of this back-to-back set. Lillard should be somewhat fresh for this one, as he played just 23 minutes against Denver on Monday.

Lillard is listed as probable to play Tuesday versus Miami due to left ankle inflammation.

Lillard is joined by Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee), Brook Lopez (back) and Pat Connaughton (knee) as probable for Tuesday's game. It's likely that each player's designation is merely maintenance related, but Tuesday representing the end of a back-to-back set makes load management a risk.

Lillard (ankle) is available for Monday's game against the Nuggets, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard was probable for Monday's matchup, so it isn't very surprising that he's been cleared to play against Denver. It seems unlikely that he'll face many limitations Monday after he tallied 26 points, eight assists, four rebounds and two steals in 29 minutes during Friday's win over the Hornets.

Lillard is listed as probable ahead of Monday's game against the Nuggets due to a left ankle sprain.

Lillard has been dealing with an ankle injury over the last week, missing two of the last three games, but he will likely be available Monday. If he can suit up, there likely won't be any limitations to his workload barring any new developments.

Lillard accumulated 26 points (9-18 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 6-6 FT), four rebounds, eight assists and two steals over 29 minutes during Friday's 120-84 win over the Hornets.

Lillard missed Milwaukee's previous two games due to an ankle injury, but he didn't show any rust Friday, pacing the team in points and assists. With the Bucks up big at halftime and continuing to cruise in the third quarter, Lillard was able to log a moderate 29-minute workload, and he'll now be able to rest up for a few days with Milwaukee not playing again until Monday. Prior to the recent two-game absence, Lillard had logged 35-plus minutes in four straight contests.

Lillard (ankle) will play and start at point guard in Friday's game versus the Hornets.

Lillard is set to return from a two-game absence due to a sprained left ankle. Barring any setbacks, the star guard figures to take on his usual workload at point guard.

Coach Doc Rivers said before Friday's game against the Hornets that he expects Lillard (ankle) to play, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard was questionable ahead of Friday's matchup, but he'll likely be able to put an end to his two-game absence. Over his last five appearances, he's averaged 22.2 points, 7.0 assists and 3.6 rebounds in 36.0 minutes per game.

Lillard (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against Charlotte.

Lillard has missed the last two games due to an ankle injury, and it's not yet clear whether he'll be available for the second half of a back-to-back set. If he sits out once again, Pat Connaughton and AJ Green will likely continue to see increased run.

Lillard (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Timberwolves, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

Lillard was questionable for Thursday's matchup, and he'll be forced to miss a second consecutive game due to his sprained left ankle. Pat Connaughton and AJ Green are candidates for increased playing time once again, while it's unclear whether Lillard will be able to suit up Friday against the Hornets.

Lillard (ankle) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Timberwolves.

After playing through the left ankle sprain during Sunday's loss to Utah, Lillard didn't suit up Tuesday. Pat Connaughton started in Lillard's absence versus Phoenix, while Cameron Payne and AJ Green saw increased playing time off the bench.

Lillard (ankle) will not play in Tuesday's game against the Suns.

Lillard played through this ankle issue Sunday against the Jazz, but he hit 5-of-18 from the field for 12 points across 38 minutes. With the veteran getting the night off, the Bucks will need guys like Cameron Payne and Pat Connaughton to step up.

Lillard is questionable for Tuesday's game against Phoenix due to a left ankle sprain.

Lillard logged a 38-minute workload in Sunday's loss to Utah with no in-game injury being reported, but his status will need to be monitored for Tuesday. Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is probable, while Brook Lopez (personal) has already been ruled out.

Lillard (ankle) will play in Sunday's game against the Jazz.

Lillard found himself on the injury report due to an ankle issue after playing 38 minutes on Saturday, but he will officially be available Sunday. Lillard is averaging 24.2 points, 6.4 assists and 4.4 rebounds in 36.0 minutes per game over his last five appearances.

Lillard is questionable for Sunday's game against Utah due to a left ankle sprain.

Lillard's status will need to be monitored with Milwaukee entering the second half of a back-to-back set Sunday. Khris Middleton (knee/injury management) and Brook Lopez (personal) are inactive, while Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is probable.

Lillard finished with 30 points (10-11 FG, 5-5 3Pt, 5-6 FT), three rebounds, eight assists and one block over 38 minutes during Saturday's 129-117 win over the Mavericks. He also had six turnovers.

Lillard was stupendously efficient Saturday, burning a Dallas defense lacking perimeter pressure without Dante Exum (knee). Lillard's limited volume was strange, with 11 shots representing his third-lowest total of the season, but his offensive flow was nonetheless on point. Lillard will look to maintain his momentum versus Utah's 25th ranked defense on Sunday.

Lillard finished with 25 points (9-23 FG, 3-13 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, seven assists and one steal in 40 minutes during Wednesday's 119-116 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Wednesday marked Lillard's first game in Portland since his trade to Milwaukee in the offseason, and the home crowd welcomed him with open arms. After a lengthy pre-game ceremony marking Lillard's accomplishments, Lillard got to work right away, scoring the first points of the game with a slashing layup. Ultimately, Lillard was a bit off his game due to a cold streak beyond the arc, and the revamped Portland backcourt enjoyed a slightly better result.

Lillard provided 18 points (5-13 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 6-6 FT), three rebounds, five assists and one block in 35 minutes during Monday's 113-107 loss to Denver. He also had four turnovers.

Lilllard's inconsistent month continues, as he's now averaging 23.5 points on 38.9 percent shooting from the field in 28.3 percent shooting from deep. He couldn't deliver as a clutch scorer or volume provider for Milwaukee on Monday, and his only game with 30-plus points in January came against the Pistons.

Lillard totaled 26 points (7-14 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 9-10 FT), six rebounds, nine assists and two steals across 29 minutes during Saturday's 141-117 win over the Pelicans.

Lillard facilitated without recording a turnover Saturday on a night when Milwaukee's offense boomed for 44.4 percent shooting on 45 three-point attempts. Lillard is amid a strong stretch, earning 10.2 free throws per game across his last five contests, which is masking his 39.6 percent shooting from the field over that span.

Lillard posted 17 points (4-15 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 7-8 FT), five rebounds, eight assists and one steal across 37 minutes during Monday's 122-113 win over the Pistons.

Lillard ended as one of five Bucks players with a double-digit point total while ending two assists short of a double-double along with a handful or rebounds in an all-around outing. Lillard has tallied at least 15 points, five rebounds and five assists in 14 games this year, including in three of his last five appearances.

Lillard racked up 45 points (12-22 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 16-16 FT), six rebounds, 11 assists and one steal across 37 minutes during Saturday's 141-135 win over the Pistons.

It was Lillard's best performance yet in a Milwaukee jersey, and the veteran point guard became the first player in franchise history to score 40-plus points with 10-plus assists and five-plus three-pointers in the same game. The double-double was his seventh of the season, and through nine games in January Lillard is averaging 24.2 points, 7.0 assists, 4.1 boards, 2.3 threes and 1.2 steals.

Lillard chipped in 17 points (7-20 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), two rebounds, five assists and two steals in 25 minutes during Wednesday's 135-95 loss to the Cavaliers.

The point guard led the Bucks in scoring with Giannis Antetokounmpo (shoulder) unavailable, as the entire offense looked disjointed without its superstar. Lillard's numbers have predictably declined this season now that he's no longer the No. 1 option on his team, but he's had an even more sluggish start to January, averaging 21.6 points, 6.5 assists, 3.9 boards, 2.0 threes and 1.3 steals in eight games.

Lillard contributed 21 points (6-12 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 6-6 FT), four rebounds and four assists across 27 minutes during Thursday's 135-102 victory over the Celtics.

Lillard missed Milwaukee's previous game due to personal reasons, returning by connecting on a trio of threes and finishing as one of three players with 20 or more points in a blowout win. Lillard has surpassed the 20-point mark in three of his last four outings and in 26 appearances this season.

Coach Adrian Griffin said Lillard (personal) practiced Wednesday and will be available for Thursday's game against the Celtics, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard missed Monday's loss to the Jazz due to personal reasons but will return to action Thursday. It's been a struggle to start 2024 for Lillard, who's averaging just 19.8 points on 34.8 percent shooting through four appearances, but he's a bounce-back candidate given his history of prolific scoring.

Lillard has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Jazz due to personal reasons.

Lillard hasn't missed a game since mid-November, but he'll be unavailable for at least one matchup while tending to a personal matter. Cameron Payne (concussion) has also been ruled out, so AJ Green, Andre Jackson and MarJon Beauchamp could see increased run against Utah.

Lillard ended with 18 points (5-16 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 7-10 FT), two rebounds, eight assists and two steals over 38 minutes during Saturday's 112-108 loss to the Rockets.

Lillard was two assists away from notching his second straight double-double. He has been struggling with his shot to start the New Year and has shot 33.3 percent or worse in three of the Bucks' four games in January. Lillard will look to bounce out of his shooting slump Monday against the Jazz.

Lillard produced 25 points (10-19 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, 10 assists and one steal over 39 minutes during Thursday's 125-121 victory over San Antonio.

Lillard led all players in Thursday's battle in assists while finishing second on the team in scoring and ending as one of two Bucks with a double-double in a winning effort. Lillard has handed out 10 or more dimes in six games this year, recording a double-double in all six of those contests. Lillard's double-digit assist total is his first since he recorded 11 assists Dec. 17 against Houston.

Lillard ended Monday's 122-113 loss to the Pacers with 13 points (3-16 FG, 1-9 3Pt, 6-6 FT), seven rebounds and five assists in 38 minutes.

Lillard's 2024 year didn't get off to a great start as he missed 13 of his 16 shot attempts and shot just 11.1 percent from beyond the arc. He managed to reach double-digit scoring thanks to his six free throw makes. Lillard is 16th in the NBA averaging 25.9 points per game on 43.9 percent shooting, including 37.4 percent from three-point range.

Lillard totaled 31 points (9-16 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 11-11 FT), two rebounds and four assists over 34 minutes during Friday's 119-111 victory over Cleveland.

Lillard was coming off a 12-point outing against the Nets on Wednesday, but as is often the case with him, he bounced back immediately and recorded his fifth outing with 30 or more points in his last eight appearances. Lillard has settled in well as Milwaukee's second-best scoring weapon behind Giannis Antetokounmpo, and while his numbers have experienced a slight dip compared to his Portland days, he remains an elite fantasy asset across all formats.

Lillard accumulated 12 points (4-10 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds and four assists across 29 minutes during Wednesday's 144-122 win over the Nets.

Lillard didn't have his best outing against a depleted Nets team, but Khris Middleton and Giannis Antetokounmpo picked up the slack, so Milwaukee didn't need Lillard to dominate to cruise to a 22-point victory. Fantasy managers won't be happy with Lillard's numbers in this game, but there's a chance this might have been nothing more than an off night for him. The star point guard should aim to bounce back when the Bucks take on the Cavaliers on Dec. 29.

Lillard ended with 32 points (10-21 FG, 4-13 3Pt, 8-9 FT), one rebound, eight assists and one steal in 38 minutes during Monday's 129-122 loss to the Knicks.

Milwaukee's seven-game winning streak was snapped on Christmas Day despite Lillard and Giannis Antetokounpo scoring 32 points apiece. Lillard has been on quite the tear, averaging 31.2 points, 7.1 assists and 4.8 three-pointers over his last six games. He's also had active hands, averaging 1.3 steals during that span.

Lillard amassed 19 points (6-16 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 4-5 FT), nine rebounds, seven assists and one steal in 34 minutes during Saturday's 130-111 victory over New York.

It's just the second time in 10 December games that Lillard has failed to score at least 20 points, but the point guard compensated with a new season high in boards. He's averaging 26.7 points, 7.3 assists, 5.0 boards, 4.1 threes and 1.1 steals on the month, and while he isn't seeing the kind of shot volume he did in Portland while playing alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo, Lillard's numbers otherwise are looking very similar to his 2022-23 production.

Lillard racked up 24 points (5-17 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 10-10 FT), five rebounds and eight assists across 35 minutes during Thursday's 118-114 victory over Orlando.

Though he went just 5-for-17 from the field overall, Lillard actually had his outside shot working just fine, as he drained half of his eight three-point tries. The point guard was also a perfect 10-for-10 from the line, helping alleviate the impact of the poor field-goal rate. Lillard did snap a three-game stretch of scoring 30-plus points and knocking down at least five triples, but he logged his second-highest assist total over his past five contests. The star point guard has tallied less than 20 points just once over his nine contests so far in December.

Lillard contributed 40 points (14-22 FG, 7-12 3Pt, 5-5 FT), three rebounds, four assists and three steals across 35 minutes during Tuesday's 132-119 win over the Spurs.

Lillard carried the team offensively amid a rough shooting outing from Giannis Antetokounmpo, and the star floor general was impressive while reaching the 30-point plateau for the third straight contest. Lillard had a rough start to life in Milwaukee but has bounced back of late. He's averaging 27.4 points, 8.0 assists, 4.5 rebounds and 1.2 steals per game over his last 10 contests.

Lillard ended Sunday's 128-119 victory over Houston with 39 points (11-19 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 12-13 FT), five rebounds, 11 assists and three steals in 37 minutes.

Lillard reached the 30-point plateau for the ninth time this season, and in fact, this 39-point output matched his season-best mark, previously set on Oct. 26 in a win over the 76ers. Lillard has had some ups and downs in his first year with the Bucks, but he seems to be trending in the right direction after scoring 24 or more points in five of his last seven outings.

Lillard accumulated 33 points (11-22 FG, 6-14 3Pt, 5-5 FT), four rebounds, five assists and one block across 30 minutes during Saturday's 146-114 victory over the Pistons.

Lillard led all players in Saturday's game in threes made and points scored while handing out a handful of assists and reaching the 30-point mark for the first time in eight games. Lillard has tallied at least 30 points and five assists in four contests this season.

Lillard posted 24 points (7-20 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 6-6 FT), seven rebounds, seven assists, one block and one steal in 42 minutes during Thursday's 128-119 loss to the Pacers.

Lillard led all Bucks in assists while finishing second on the team in rebounds and points scored in an all-around showcase to boost the offense in the In Season Tournament semifinals. Lillard has tallied at least 20 points, five rebounds and five assists in seven games this season while hauling in his second-highest rebound total of the year.

Lillard contributed 25 points (10-16 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, nine assists and one steal in 38 minutes during Saturday's 132-121 victory over Atlanta.

Lillard was extremely efficient from the field and only ended one assist away from recording what would've been his fifth double-double of the campaign. Lillard endured a slow start to his new surroundings, but he's been on an absolute tear of late. Over his last five contests, Lillard is averaging 27.4 points, 9.0 assists, 5.2 rebounds and 1.0 steals per game while dishing out nine or more dimes four times in that stretch.

Lillard contributed 32 points (9-18 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 10-10 FT), four rebounds and nine assists in 37 minutes during Tuesday's 131-124 win over Miami.

Lillard had a strong showing offensively for the Bucks, finishing second on the team in scoring while handing out a team-high assist total and connecting on a team-high-tying mark from three in a near double-double. Lillard, who posted 13 of his 32 points in the fourth quarter, has surpassed the 30-point mark on seven occasions this season including in three straight games.

Lillard racked up 31 points (7-21 FG, 4-12 3Pt, 13-14 FT), five rebounds, four assists and two steals over 37 minutes during Sunday's 108-102 win over the Trail Blazers.

Lillard finished second on the team in scoring while connecting on a team-high-tying mark from three and ending as one of two players with 30 or more points in a winning effort. Lillard has tallied at least 30 points on six occurrences this season, including in two straight outings. Lillard has also connected on three or more threes in six of his last seven games.

Lillard totaled 31 points (11-18 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 7-8 FT), seven rebounds and 10 assists over 37 minutes during Friday's 131-128 win over the Wizards.

Brook Lopez somewhat surprisingly paced Milwaukee with 39 points in the contest, but Lillard wasn't far behind with 31. It was the fifth time this season the superstar point guard has hit the 30-point mark and the sixth straight game during which he's posted at least 22 points. After a somewhat quiet start as a distributor to this tenure in Milwaukee, Lillard has also been racking up assists of late -- he averaged a modest 4.8 assists over his first eight games of the season but has increased that mark to 8.7 dimes per contest over his past six appearances.

Lillard provided 27 points (11-24 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, five assists and two steals in 38 minutes during Wednesday's 119-116 loss to the Celtics.

After a slow start, Lillard picked things up in the second half, scoring 20 of his 27 points in the final two quarters. His efforts got Milwaukee back in the game, but the Bucks couldn't pull off the comeback win. Lillard's offensive numbers are down across the board to start his Bucks tenure, but he is averaging over 1.0 steals per game for the first time since 2019-20.

Lillard (oblique) is good to go for Wednesday's game against Boston.

Lillard was previously carrying a probable tag, so the injury is likely a minor one. There's no word of any restrictions for Wednesday's showdown.

Lillard (oblique) is probable to play Wednesday against Boston.

Lillard is dealing with a left oblique strain. Lillard had previously battled a right calf issue, but Tuesday is the first mention of an oblique injury. Nonetheless, the 33-year-old is on track to play Wednesday.

Lillard produced a team-high 27 points (9-18 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, five assists and one steal over 31 minutes during Friday's 130-99 win over Charlotte.

The former Trail Blazer led a balanced Bucks attack that saw all five starters, and seven players in total, score in double digits on the night. Lillard has had a bumpy start to his Milwaukee tenure but he appears to be heating up, scoring 64 points over the last two games while shooting 50.0 percent from the floor in both and going 9-for-20 (45.0 percent) from three-point range across both contests.

Lillard finished with 37 points (9-18 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 15-16 FT), four rebounds, 13 assists and two steals in 31 minutes during Wednesday's 128-112 win over the Raptors.

Lillard put together one of his best performances of the season against Toronto, leading all players in Wednesday's game in scoring and assists while setting a new season-high assist total in a double-double showcase. Lillard handed out at least 10 assists for the first time this season, now posting 30 or more points in four outings including in three of his last five contests.

Lillard recorded 12 points (3-17 FG, 1-9 3Pt, 5-5 FT), three rebounds and five assists across 32 minutes during Monday's 118-109 win over the Bulls.

Lillard returned to the court after missing the past two games due to a calf concern. While he was able to play 32 minutes, his production was far from adequate. He ended by going 3-of-17 from the field, adding five assists and zero defensive stats. It's been a slow start to his career in Milwaukee, something that should rectify itself sooner rather than later. Anyone who grabbed him in the first round of drafts simply has to play the waiting game, rather than trying to part ways.

Lillard (calf) will play Monday against Chicago, Jamal Collier of ESPN.com reports.

Lillard's minutes will be monitored, according to coach Adrian Griffin. Monday's return marks the end of a two-game absence for Lillard, but it coincides with news of Jae Crowder being slated to miss the next two months due to an abdominal tear.

Lillard (calf) is probable for Monday's game against the Bulls.

Lillard has missed the last two games due to a calf injury but will likely be able to return to action for Monday's matchup. Over his first seven appearances with his new team, he's averaged 24.3 points, 4.7 assists, 4.4 rebounds and 1.1 steals in 33.7 minutes per game.

Lillard (calf) will not play Saturday against Orlando, Jim Owczarski of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

Lillard will miss his second consecutive game. Milwaukee fell to Indiana in his absence on Thursday. The Bucks are fully healthy outside of Lillard being inactive.

Lillard (calf) will be a game-time decision for Saturday's game against Orlando, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard will go through pregame warmups as the ultimate indicator of his availability. Lillard is at risk of missing his second consecutive game. Cameron Payne started in his stead on Thursday.

Lillard (calf) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Magic.

Lillard missed Thursday's game against the Pacers due to a sore right calf, and it's not yet clear whether he'll be available Saturday. If he's sidelined once again, Cameron Payne and Pat Connaughton should continue to see increased playing time.

Lillard (calf) will not play during Thursday's game at the Pacers, Jim Owczarski of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

Thursday marks Lillard's first absence of the season, so how coach Adrian Griffin responds remains to be seen. More minutes should certainly be available for Cameron Payne, and Lindell Wigginton may get the first action of his career. Khris Middleton and Giannis Antetokounmpo also figure to handle the ball more.

Lillard is questionable for Thursday's game versus the Pacers due to right calf soreness.

Lillard has yet to miss a game this season but could sit out the second leg of Milwaukee's back-to-back Thursday. If the star point guard is ruled out, Cameron Payne would likely see increased playing time.

Lillard accumulated 34 points (10-25 FG, 2-12 3Pt, 12-13 FT), two rebounds, three assists and three steals over 34 minutes during Wednesday's 120-118 victory over the Pistons.

Lillard showcased his two-way capabilities in the road win, leading all players in scoring while swiping a team-high steals total. Lillard posted a season-high mark in steals against Detroit, posting his second-highest scoring total of the year and his third game with 30 or more points over seven appearances.

Lillard (personal) isn't on the injury report for Friday's game against the Knicks.

Lillard was excused from Thursday's practice session while tending to a personal matter, but coach Adrian Griffin said he expected the point guard to be available Friday. Lillard wasn't included on the Bucks' initial injury report, so he should be available after averaging 21.3 points, 4.8 rebounds and 4.8 assists in 33.0 minutes per game over his first four appearances of the season.

Lillard didn't practice Thursday due to a personal matter but is expected to be back for Friday's game against the Knicks, Jim Owczarski of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

Coach Adrian Griffin specified that Lillard's absence from practice was excused, and it doesn't seem likely that he'll be forced to miss any game action. After tallying just six points during Sunday's loss to Atlanta, Lillard has bounced back by averaging 20.0 points, 5.0 assists and 3.5 rebounds in 33.0 minutes per game over his last two appearances.

Lillard posted 25 points (7-14 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 9-11 FT), five rebounds, four assists and one steal in 35 minutes during Monday's 122-114 win over the Heat.

Lillard needed a bounce-back performance, and that's exactly what he delivered in this one after finishing the previous contest with six points (2-12 FG, 2-8 3Pt) in a loss to the Hawks on Sunday. The star floor general admitted he's still trying to make things work alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo, so there should be growing pains in the process, but the two players are simply too talented to not making it happen. To note, Lillard has scored at least 25 points in two of his first three outings this season.

Lillard amassed six points (2-12 FG, 2-8 3Pt), four rebounds, five assists and two steals across 29 minutes during Sunday's 127-110 loss to the Hawks.

This could be categorized as one of Lillard's worst regular-season games in recent memory, as he struggled to keep up defensively with Trae Young and was woeful on the offensive end. Lillard is still learning how to play alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo, so there will be growing pains at times as both superstars learn how to co-exist, but Lillard is showing signs of an inevitable regression compared to his career-best 2022-23 season.

Lillard amassed 39 points (9-20 FG, 4-12 3Pt, 17-17 FT), eight rebounds and four assists across 37 minutes during Thursday's 118-117 victory over the 76ers.

Lillard couldn't have wished for a better debut in a Milwaukee jersey, as he led the team in scoring while also closing things out down the stretch when the team needed him most. Plus, Giannis Antetokounmpo didn't have his best game -- though he had a tough matchup against Joel Embiid and P.J. Tucker -- and the star point guard took advantage of that. Lillard might not repeat his 2022-23 numbers, given he will share the offensive load with Antetokounmpo, and he could very well end up as the second option on offense. Still, Lillard is still going to be an elite fantasy performer across all formats.

Lillard went for 19 points (6-14 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 5-6 FT), four rebounds, two assists, a steal and a block across 27 minutes in Friday's 124-116 preseason win over the Grizzlies.

Lillard looked very good in his preseason debut and struggled massively in his second outing, but he took a step forward here and notched a decent stat line despite playing "only" 27 minutes. Lillard needs to get used to his new surroundings and learn how to play alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo, but there's no question he's going to be a stud in fantasy, even if he experiences some kind of regression compared to the 32.2 points per game he averaged in 2022-23.

Lillard logged five points (2-11 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 1-3 FT), two rebounds, four assists, a steal and a block across 25 minutes in Tuesday's 124-101 preseason loss to the Thunder.

Lillard looked very good in his Bucks debut but awful in this one, though it's too early to draw any conclusions, especially given this is just a preseason game where he logged 25 minutes, a considerably lower figure than what he usually playing during the regular season. Fantasy managers shouldn't worry, as Lillard has consistently been one of the best point guards in the league over the last decade and should continue being a stud in fantasy this season. That said, some regression might be expected now that he'll play alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Lillard posted 14 points (3-10 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 6-6 FT), two rebounds, three assists and four steals across 22 minutes in Sunday's 108-97 preseason win over the Lakers.

Lillard finally made his debut with his new team following a trade saga that lasted for most of the offseason. While judging him based on 22 minutes is impossible, he is expected to form a dominant one-two combo with Giannis Antetokounmpo. Lillard should continue getting reps to be as sharp as possible by the time the regular season rolls around in late October.

Bucks coach Adrian Griffin said Wednesday that Lillard (rest) will play in Sunday's preseason game against the Lakers, Malika Andrews of ESPN.com reports.

Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo (rest) are both in line to make their preseason debuts Sunday. While the superstar duo will take the floor for the first time together, they are unlikely to play significant minutes until the regular season rolls around.

Lillard (rest) won't play in Tuesday's preseason game versus the Grizzlies, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard will miss his second straight preseason game Tuesday, but his participation in practice Monday indicates that he is not dealing with a significant injury. Lillard's next chance to suit up will be Sunday's preseason matchup with the Lakers.

Lillard (rest) participated in practice Monday, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lillard was rested for the preseason opener Sunday against the Bulls, but his availability at practice is a good sign for his status against the Grizzlies on Tuesday. Giannis Antetokounmpo (rest) was also on the practice floor Monday.

Lillard (rest) won't play in Milwaukee's preseason contest Sunday, reports Jim Owczarski of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

Lillard joins Giannis Antetokounmpo, Khris Middleton (knee) and Cam Payne as inactive Sunday. The 33-year-old's official debut could occur later in the preseason.

Portland traded Lillard to the Bucks on Wednesday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN.com reports.

Wojnarowski relays that the Blazers will receive Jrue Holiday, Deandre Ayton, Toumani Camara and a first-round pick while the Suns will get Jusuf Nurkic, Grayson Allen, Nassir Little and Keon Johnson. Lillard demanded a trade this offseason and named Miami as his ideal landing spot, but the two sides couldn't reach a deal, prompting speculation that the Raptors could swoop in. Milwaukee was always a long shot, making this move incredibly surprising, but the trio of Lillard, Khris Middleton and Giannis Antetokounmpo puts Milwaukee firmly back in contention.

Lillard requested a trade Saturday and the Trail Blazers are expected to accommodate his request, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

With Anfernee Simons still on the roster and Portland drafting Scoot Henderson with the third pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, Lillard's fit with the roster seems questionable, at best. The star guard has maintained his wish to compete for a title, but Portland's squad is currently better suited for a youth movement than a championship. Lillard has spent the first 11 seasons of his career with the Trail Blazers but could finally be out the door if a suitable trade partner emerges. The 32-year-old guard averaged 32.2 points, 7.3 assists and 4.8 rebounds in 36.3 minutes across 58 games in 2022-23.

Lillard (calf) has been shut down for the remainder of the 2022-23 season, Chris Haynes of Turner Sports reports.

Lillard has missed three straight contests, and as previously suggested by Shams Charania of The Athletic, the Trail Blazers will shut down the star point guard after falling five games back of the final play-in spot. Anfernee Simons (foot) and Jerami Grant (quadriceps) also remain sidelined and could be shut down too, so Shaedon Sharpe, Keon Johnson, Nassir Little and Cam Reddish (back) could be in store for major usage during the final weeks of the regular season.

Lillard (calf) won't play Monday against the Pelicans.

Lillard will miss the second half of Portland's current back-to-back set, marking his third straight absence due to right calf soreness. The team is leaning toward shutting the superstar point guard down, per Shams Charania of The Athletic, so it seems unlikely he'll be available for Wednesday's matchup against the Kings, though his official status for that contest won't be known until after Monday's contest.

The Trail Blazers are leaning toward shutting down Lillard (calf) for the remainder of the season, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

This was rumored to be a possibility just over a week ago, and now since Lillard is dealing with right calf soreness and the Blazers are 3.5 games out of the Play-In race, it probably makes the most sense for both parties. While the shutdown hasn't been confirmed, it would be surprising for a report like this to come out and for Lillard to play in the team's remaining nine games. If the organization pulls the plug on Lillard, other starters like Anfernee Simons (foot), Jerami Grant (quadriceps) and Jusuf Nurkic (knee) are also at risk. That scenario, which seems quite possible, could lead to expanded roles for Shaedon Sharpe, Drew Eubanks, Kevin Knox and other assorted bench players for Portland.

Lillard (calf) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Bulls, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official sitereports.

Lillard went from probable to questionable on Friday morning, so fantasy managers probably saw this downgrade coming. In addition to Lillard, the Blazers are going to be without key players such as Jusuf Nurkic (knee), Anfernee Simons (foot) and Jerami Grant (quad). Shaedon Sharpe and Cam Reddish should be busy in this game, while Ryan Arcidiacono could pick up extended run too.

Lillard (calf) has been downgraded to questionable for Friday's game against Chicago.

Lillard's status is murkier after the Trail Blazers updated their injury report Friday, but he'll still be in the mix to suit up against the Bulls. If he's sidelined, Ryan Arcidiacono and Shaedon Sharpe will likely see increased run.

Lillard is probable for Friday's game against Chicago due to right calf tightness.

Lillard has posted three double-doubles over his last seven appearances, averaging 30.0 points, 9.1 assists and 7.0 rebounds in 36.6 minutes. Although he's dealing with a calf issue, he'll likely be able to suit up against the Bulls.

Lillard logged 30 points (8-19 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 12-14 FT), seven rebounds and 12 assists over 34 minutes during Wednesday's 127-115 victory over the Jazz.

Lillard bounced back from a poor shooting night against the Clippers, although he still had some struggles from downtown. Lillard made only two three-pointers in 10 attempts, but he sank 12 free throws and eight two-point baskets to make up for the deficiency. As usual, his secondary numbers helped to pad his fantasy total.

Lillard contributed 21 points (4-17 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 12-13 FT), seven rebounds, nine assists, one block and one steal across 39 minutes during Sunday's 117-102 loss to the Clippers.

Lillard struggled mightily from the field but salvaged his scoring production with a strong night at the charity stripe. He also dished out a team-high nine assists and recorded at least one block and one steal for a second consecutive contest. Since missing a game due to rest, Lillard has posted 33.3 points, 7.0 assists, 6.0 rebounds and 1.4 steals-plus-blocks in 38.3 minutes with 41/38/86 shooting splits.

Lillard amassed 41 points (12-23 FG, 6-15 3Pt, 11-14 FT), four rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal in 37 minutes during Friday's 126-112 loss to the Celtics.

Lillard continued to show out on Friday, despite dealing with a calf injury that could eventually lead to him being shut down for the season. After putting up a modest 16 points through the first three quarters, the point guard exploded for 25 points in the final period on 6-of-7 shooting from the field to finish with a game-high 41 points on the night. He hit a game-high six three-pointers in the contest and is now 14-of-32 from beyond the arc over his last two games. Lillard has also scored at least 30 points in six of eight games this month.

Lillard (calf) has been cleared to play against Boston on Friday.

Jerami Grant (quad) and Nassir Little (illness) will sit out for the Blazers. Lillard is reportedly at risk of being shut down soon if the Blazers don't turn their season around, so his fantasy managers will be hoping for an upset win Friday evening.

Lillard (calf) could be shut down for the season if the Trail Blazers don't make up ground in the standings over the next five or six games, Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report stated on his #thisleague UNCUT podcast with Marc Stein.

Lillard -- probable for Friday's game against the Celtics -- is amid a fantastic individual season, but the Trail Blazers are 31-38 and 2.5 games back of the play-in tournament. If it becomes clear over the next handful of games that the season is lost, Portland may pull the plug and ask Lillard to sit out the final week or so of the season. Fantasy managers rostering Lillard should prepare for that possibility. Reserve options like Shaedon Sharpe, Cam Reddish and Ryan Arcidiacono could become viable fantasy options at the end of the campaign.

Lillard is probable for Friday's game against the Celtics due to right calf tightness.

Lillard has battled a calf issue over the past week that forced him to miss a game before returning Tuesday and logging 38 points in 39 minutes. The point guard is scoring a career-high 32.3 points at a 46.5 percent clip from the field and will likely have a chance to add to those totals Friday.

Lillard (calf) put up 38 points (11-26 FG, 8-17 3Pt, 8-9 FT), seven rebounds and seven assists in 39 minutes in Tuesday's 123-107 loss to the Knicks.

Lillard returned to the court after missing the Trail Blazers' 127-110 loss to the Pelicans on Sunday, and while he filled up the stat sheet nicely, he continued his trend of poor shooting performances. The point guard was always bound to regress on some level after converting at an elevated 49.6 percent rate from the field between January and February, so his 43.1 percent mark through seven games in March shouldn't concern fantasy managers too much.

Lillard (calf) has been cleared to play Tuesday against the Knicks.

Lillard is back from a one-game absence and will have more on his plate offensively, as Jerami Grant is sitting out with a quad issue. This will be the first of three games on the schedule for Portland this week.

Lillard (calf) is questionable for Tuesday's game against New York.

Lillard was held out of Sunday's matchup in New Orleans due to a right calf injury, and his status remains up in the air for Tuesday's clash. He figures to be re-evaluated Tuesday morning and leading up to tipoff to determine whether he can take the floor.

Lillard (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game in New Orleans, Aaron J. Fentress of The Oregonian reports.

Lillard was initially listed as probable, so this is an unfortunate turn of events for managers in the fantasy playoffs. Chauncey Billups said that they are just being cautious with Lillard, so perhaps he'll be able to get back out there for Tuesday's game against the Knicks. With him watching from the sidelines Sunday, Cam Reddish might be returning to the first unit and it'll be Anfernee Simons running the show on offense.

Lillard is listed as probable for Sunday's game versus the Pelicans despite some right calf tightness.

Lillard logged 39 minutes in Friday's game against the Sixers and posted a double-double, but it appears he may not have escaped the contest completely unscathed on the health front. Despite some right calf tightness, the team seems optimistic the star point guard will be in uniform Sunday in New Orleans.

Lillard produced 27 points (7-16 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 11-11 FT), five rebounds, eight assists and one steal across 30 minutes during Wednesday's 115-93 loss to the Celtics.

Lillard continues to dominate the points category, scoring a team-high 27 on Wednesday night, but fantasy managers have also greatly benefitted from his free throw volume this season. The superstar guard is averaging 9.4 free-throw attempts per game, a career-high, while knocking down 91.8 percent of them. That's good for best in the league for anyone attempting at least eight per contest.

Lillard chipped in 31 points (10-28 FG, 6-14 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 13 rebounds, 12 assists, one block and one steal in 38 minutes during Monday's 110-104 win over the Pistons.

It's the second triple-double of the season for Lillard, with the other coming Feb. 8, and just the third of his career. The All-Star guard has scored at least 25 points in 18 straight games, averaging a blistering 38.9 points, 6.9 assists, 5.8 boards, 5.0 threes and 1.0 steals over that stretch while shooting 50.4 percent from the floor, 41.1 percent from beyond the arc and 94.1 percent from the free-throw line. Lillard had a tough start to the season, and the Blazers are just struggling to stay in the play-in tournament picture right now, but the 32-year-old has been playing at an MVP level for the last six weeks.

Lillard closed Sunday's 122-119 win over the Magic with 41 points (10-25 FG, 4-16 3Pt, 17-20 FT), nine rebounds, six assists, one block and two steals over 37 minutes.

Lillard recorded another huge scoring line Sunday night, marking the second time in three games he's gone for 41 points. He missed multiple free throws for the first time in well over a month, but still shot 85 percent on a remarkable 20 attempts. The 32-year-old has also recorded eight steals over his last four contests. He continues to put up tremendous fantasy numbers, making him a valuable playoff piece for both points and category leagues.

Lillard registered 33 points (10-21 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 8-9 FT), four rebounds, eight assists and two steals over 37 minutes during Friday's 129-111 loss to Atlanta.

Lillard had a team-high 33 points and didn't get a ton of help as only two other Portland players scored more than nine points Saturday night. The veteran point guard knocked down another five three-pointers, marking the fifth time he's done so in his past seven contests. With Anfernee Simons out once again (ankle), Lillard is going to keep getting incredibly high usage for this Portland team in the coming days. He's currently averaging career highs in points (32.3) and field-goal percentage (47.2).

Lillard totaled 41 points (12-22 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 15-16 FT), eight rebounds and one steal over 39 minutes during Wednesday's 121-110 loss to the Pelicans.

Lillard was at it again Wednesday, racking up 18 points in the first half on 5-of-10 shooting from the field before pouring in another 23 points over the final two quarters as Portland fell to the Pelicans at home. The star point guard finished with a game-high 41 points on the night, though surprisingly failed to record an assist for the first time all season. It was Lillard's 13th time this season breaking the 40-point mark and he's shooting 53.08 percent from the field since the All-Star break.

Lillard amassed 25 points (9-21 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 5-5 FT), three rebounds, seven assists and three steals in 35 minutes during Tuesday's 123-105 loss to the Warriors.

A 25-point performance for any other player in the league is seen as a solid -- if not spectacular -- night, but for Lillard, who's coming off a career-high 71 points Sunday, it's his worst scoring outing since Jan. 22. Over his past 14 appearances, the sharpshooting point guard has averaged 39.6 points, 7.1 assists and 5.1 rebounds with 52/43/96 shooting spilts. On the season (48 appearances), Lillard is averaging 32.1 points per game, which would be a career high and trails only Luka Doncic (33.2) and Joel Embiid (33.0) for most in the NBA.

Lillard erupted for a career-high 71 points (22-38 FG, 13-22 3Pt, 14-14 FT) to go with six rebounds and six assists across 39 minutes in Sunday's 131-114 win over the Rockets.

The 13 triples were one shy of matching Klay Thompson's single-game NBA record and also represented a new personal best for Lillard, who looked plenty fresh in his first game appearance since the All-Star break after the Trail Blazers opted to rest him ahead of Thursday's loss to the Kings following travel complications. The 32-year-old is now the eighth different player in NBA history to eclipse 70 points in a game, and the second this season after the Cavaliers' Donovan Mitchell also put up 71 points in a Jan. 2 win over Chicago. Lillard now has 15 games of at least 50 points during his career, the sixth-most in league annals. He's already averaging a career-high 32.3 points per game for the season, but it's possible Lillard sees an even bigger bump in usage while his backcourt mate and the Blazers' second-leading scorer, Anfernee Simons (ankle), is out indefinitely.

As expected, Lillard (rest) will play in Sunday's game against the Rockets, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com report.

Lillard and Jerami Grant were ruled out for Thursday's game for rest reasons after the team had weather-related travel issues but they will both be good to go for Sunday's tilt. Ryan Arcidiacono will likely slide back to the bench with Lillard back in action.

Lillard is out for Thursday's game versus the Kings due to rest.

Lillard will miss his first game Dec. 3 on Thursday. His late addition to the injury report is somewhat peculiar as this is Portland's first game back from the All-Star break, and the team doesn't play against until Sunday. The star guard's absence could be due to the Trail Blazers' flight to Sacramento being delayed significantly because of weather issues, Chris Haynes of Turner Sports reports. Regardless, Lillard should be good to go against Houston.

Lillard won the Three-Point Contest at All-Star Saturday Night.

Lillard scored 26 points in the final round, but as he has been throughout his entire NBA career, he was clutch when he needed it the most, draining the final shot to get the win over Buddy Hield, who finished with 25 points in the final round, and Tyrese Haliburton, who had 17. Lillard is the first Trail Blazers player to win this event in franchise history.

Lillard notched 39 points (14-30 FG, 5-17 3Pt, 6-7 FT), 10 rebounds, six assists and one steal in 39 minutes during Tuesday's 126-101 loss to the Wizards.

Despite another excellent performance from Lillard, the short-handed Trail Blazers couldn't generate enough firepower elsewhere. The team also lost Anfernee Simons (leg) in the third quarter, which will be a huge blow to the backcourt if the injury is serious. We should expect more explosive games from Lillard, and hopefully he'll have a healthier supporting cast after the All-Star break.

Lillard recorded 40 points (13-23 FG, 8-14 3Pt, 6-7 FT), six rebounds, five assists and one block over 34 minutes during Monday's 127-115 victory over the Lakers.

Lillard led all players in scoring in the contest, registering his 11th performance of 40-plus points this season. The star point guard had 30 points by halftime, 24 of which came from beyond the arc. He could have ended with an even bigger stat line if not for the blowout nature of the score, as he spent the final seven minutes of the game on the bench. Lillard has been on an incredible tear for over a month, averaging 36.9 points, 7.4 assists, 4.5 rebounds and 4.4 three-pointers while shooting 51.1 percent from the field and 94.5 percent from the free-throw line over his past 19 contests.

Lillard ended with 38 points (10-18 FG, 6-13 3Pt, 12-13 FT), two rebounds, nine assists and one steal across 36 minutes during Friday's 138-129 loss to the Thunder.

Lillard has been on fire and Friday night was no different. In his previous 15 games, Lillard was the highest ranked fantasy player for 9-category value with 37.3 points, 7.6 assists, 4.6 rebounds and 4.3 three-pointers. With Portland adding a couple wing defenders in Matisse Thybulle and Cam Reddish in place of Josh Hart, Lillard's massive usage is here to stay.

Lillard posted 33 points (8-21 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 16-16 FT), 10 rebounds, 11 assists and one steal in 40 minutes during Wednesday's 125-122 victory over Golden State.

The Blazers needed Lillard to be at his very best to defeat the Warriors and that's exactly what happened, as the star point guard notched his first triple-double of the season while also recording his second-best mark of the season in the assists category. Lillard has scored at least 30 points in seven of his last nine outings, a span in which he's averaging 37.9 points, 7.3 assists and 4.9 rebounds across 37.7 minutes per game.

Lillard accumulated 28 points (7-18 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 12-12 FT), four rebounds, five assists and one steal in 32 minutes during Monday's 127-108 loss to Milwaukee.

Lillard learned Monday that he had been named Western Conference Player of the Week for the just-concluded seven-day span, and he kept the momentum going with another big scoring effort against Milwaukee. While he didn't shoot the ball particularly well from the field, the superstar point guard knocked down all 12 of his free-throw tries and tied for the team lead with five assists. Lillard's recent scoring surge has pushed his season average to 30.8 points per game, which is on pace for a career-high mark and currently ranks fourth in the NBA.

Lillard recorded 29 points (9-20 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 8-8 FT), three rebounds and six assists in 40 minutes during Friday's 124-116 victory over the Wizards.

Lillard came into Friday's contest on an absolute tear, averaging 38 points and 8.4 assists per game over his last ten contests. He cooled down a bit Friday, as his 29-point outing snapped a five-game streak with over 30 points scored. Lillard is on pace to set a career-high in points per game with 30.7. He is a top-10 fantasy guard and a top-20 player overall going forward.

Lillard supplied 42 points (11-22 FG, 5-13 3Pt, 15-16 FT), eight rebounds, 10 assists and one block in 40 minutes during Wednesday's 122-112 victory over Memphis.

Portland was down by six heading into the fourth quarter, but the red-hot Lillard made sure the Memphis lead wasn't going to hold up. The veteran point guard has scored 30 or more points in five straight games and has drained multiple three-pointers in 13 straight, averaging 38.0 points, 7.7 assists, 4.5 threes and 4.2 boards over the latter stretch.

Lillard finished Monday's 129-125 win over the Hawks with 42 points (10-21 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 17-17 FT), six assists and two rebounds across 38 minutes.

Highlighted by his flawless shooting from the free-throw line on heavy volume, Lillard was able to conclude January with a bang, coming away with his fifth 40-point game on the month. While playing in all 15 of Portland's games in January, Lillard averaged 34.5 points, 7.6 assists, 3.9 rebounds, 3.9 three-pointers and 1.0 steals while shooting 49.7 percent from the field and 90.6 percent from the charity stripe.

Lillard posted 30 points (10-20 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 8-9 FT), four rebounds and three assists across 37 minutes during Saturday's 123-105 loss to Toronto.

While it sounds odd to say Lillard had an off night with 30 points, it suits the narrative based on his recent production. Few players have been as hot as Lillard in January, posting nine games over 30 points and two games that eclipsed 50 points over the past few weeks. He's also added excellent secondary numbers to those totals. The Raptors made Lillard work hard for the 30-point total, but we could see another monster number for Lillard Monday night against the Hawks.

Lillard produced 60 points (21-29 FG, 9-15 3Pt, 9-10 FT), seven rebounds, eight assists and three steals over 40 minutes during Wednesday's 134-124 win over the Jazz.

Lillard was unstoppable Wednesday. Through three-quarters of play, he had 50 points and was a perfect nine for nine from beyond the three-point arc. Wednesday's 60-point total is a new season high and marks his fifth career 60-point performance. The Trail Blazers lost Jusuf Nurkic (calf) and Josh Hart (hamstring) to injuries Wednesday, but Lillard was too much for the Jazz to overcome. With the Trail Blazers currently in the 12th seed, Lillard will have to continue to step up if either player misses time.

Lillard finished Monday's 147-127 win over the Spurs with 37 points (12-19 FG, 7-11 3Pt, 6-6 FT), 12 assists, one rebound and one steal in 31 minutes.

A matchup with the 14-33 Spurs was exactly what Lillard needed to get back on track coming off a pair of losses to the 76ers and Lakers in which he went a combined 11-for-38 from the field and 6-for-26 from three-point range. Aside from the poor shooting efforts in those two contests, Lillard has otherwise been magnificent during the past two weeks. In Portland's other seven games during that two-week stretch, Lillard has scored no fewer than 30 points in any contest and has shot no worse than 47.8 percent from the field.

Lillard recorded 24 points (5-17 FG, 3-13 3Pt, 11-13 FT), six rebounds and 10 assists in 40 minutes during Sunday's 121-112 loss to the Lakers.

Lillard posted his second straight double-double with six rebounds, and the star point guard is also on a tear with eight straight contests with at least 20 points. Lillard is averaging 31.6 points, 7.7 assists, 4.0 rebounds and 1.0 steals per game with four double-doubles across 11 outings in January, but those strong numbers have led Portland to a 3-8 record in that span.

Lillard produced 25 points (6-21 FG, 3-13 3Pt, 10-10 FT), six rebounds, 11 assists, two blocks and two steals across 40 minutes during Thursday's 105-95 loss to the 76ers.

Lillard endured a miserable first half, knocking down just one of 10 attempts from the field. However, he was able to recover and shoot better after intermission to finish with a team-leading 25 points. While his 6-for-21 overall shooting mark won't bring joy to his fantasy managers, the star point guard did manage to prop up free-throw percentages with a perfect 10-for-10 night from the line while adding a pair of steals and blocks. Lillard also contributed 11 dimes to record his eighth double-double of the campaign.

Lillard finished with 44 points (12-20 FG, 6-12 3Pt, 14-14 FT), eight assists and three rebounds in 34 minutes in Tuesday's 122-113 loss to the Nuggets.

Lillard continued to his sizzling run of offensive production, hitting the 40-point mark for the second game in a row and clearing 30 points for the sixth consecutive contest. Perhaps most notably, the star point guard maintained his flawless shooting from the free-throw line; he's now converted on all 40 of his attempts at the charity stripe over his last three contests. While Lillard won't be able to sustain his run of red-hot shooting forever, fantasy managers can simply enjoy the ride while the 32-year-old is healthy and in the midst of his best stretch of games since the 2020-21 season.

Lillard finished with 40 points (10-17 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 16-16 FT), six assists, three rebounds and one steal across 37 minutes in Sunday's 140-123 win over the Mavericks.

Lillard came up huge during the Trail Blazers' weekend back-to-back set with the Mavericks, scoring more than one point per minute (76 in 66) while shooting a robust 56.8 percent from the field and going 26 of 26 from the free-throw line. While Lillard won't be able to sustain this level of performance -- he also popped for a season-high 50 points in a loss to the Cavaliers in the game prior to the back-to-back set -- the veteran point guard has at least safely quieted any concerns about his ability to return to elite form following an injury-shortened 2021-22 campaign.

Lillard closed with 36 points (11-20 FG, 4-11 3Pt, 10-10 FT), five rebounds and 10 assists over 29 minutes during Saturday's 136-119 win over the Mavericks.

Although Lillard had a bit of trouble with his three-point stroke, he went 7-of-9 elsewhere and contributed a healthy dose of free throws and assists to round out an excellent evening. His excellent performance helped the Trail Blazers end their recent losing streak.

Lillard (ankle) has been upgraded to available for Saturday's game against the Mavericks.

The star point guard is available and should handle his regular workload as a starter. Apparently, the questionable tag didn't matter for Lillard the last time out, as he was also tabbed as questionable leading up to Thursday's tilt against the Cavaliers, but he was active and tallied 50 points in 40 minutes.

Lillard is questionable for Saturday's meeting with Dallas due to a left ankle sprain.

Lillard was also tabbed questionable leading up to Thursday's tilt, but was active and tallied 50 points in 40 minutes. However, Saturday's contest is the first leg of a back-to-back set, so fantasy managers should monitor Lillard's status closer to the 10:00 PM EST tipoff.

Lillard logged 50 points (16-28 FG, 5-13 3Pt, 13-15 FT), two rebounds, three assists and one steal over 40 minutes during Thursday's 119-113 loss to Cleveland.

Lillard erupted for a season-high 50 points Thursday, tallying at least 30 points for the third straight game. After an early season injury halted his momentum, Lillard has been rolling over the past few weeks. The Trail Blazers now sit outside the play-in bracket, meaning Lillard is going to have to put the team on his back once again down the stretch. It is unlikely he gets back to being a first-round player, although the top 20 certainly feels within reach.

Lillard (ankle) will play Thursday against the Cavaliers, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Lillard was handed a questionable tag earlier in the day due to a left ankle sprain, but he's since gained clearance to take the court. He's coming off a 30-point performance Tuesday against the Magic.

Lillard is listed as questionable for Thursday's tilt against the Cavaliers with a left ankle sprain.

Lillard hasn't missed a game since Dec. 3 but is at risk of missing Thursday's contest with a sprained ankle. If he were to sit out, Anfernee Simons would take over as the No. 1 option while Shaedon Sharpe and Gary Payton (ankle) could see extended run.

Lillard registered 34 points (11-23 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 9-12 FT), four rebounds, eight assists, one block and two steals in 41 minutes during Sunday's 117-105 loss to the Raptors.

Lilliard led Portland in scoring, threes, free throws, steals and assists while finishing two dishes shy of a double-double. Lillard has tallied at least 30 points and five assists on seven occasions this season. 

Lillard closed with 19 points (7-24 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 4-5 FT), two rebounds and eight assists in 36 minutes during Friday's 108-99 loss to the Pacers.

Lillard struggled from the field for the second time in as many games, shooting less than 30 percent and going 1-for-8 from beyond the arc Friday night. He'll have a chance to right the ship in Toronto on Sunday. The six-time All-Star is still averaging an excellent 27.4 points, 7.2 assists and 4.0 rebounds per game this season.

Lillard produced 27 points (7-18 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 11-15 FT), four rebounds and six assists over 41 minutes during Wednesday's 113-106 loss to the Timberwolves.

After a slow start in the first half, Lillard came on in the second and ended up leading the team in scoring. It wasn't a great shooting night though, as he went a rough 2-for-9 from beyond the arc and matched a season-high with four missed free throws. In 25 contests so far, the veteran guard is averaging 27.4 points and 7.2 assists. He's also averaging a career-high 3.4 turnovers per game.

Lillard closed with 19 points (7-14 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-3 FT), five rebounds, 10 assists, two blocks and four steals in 29 minutes during Monday's 135-106 win over Detroit.

Lillard didn't appear to be as aggressive as he normally is in Monday's victory, as he attempted his lowest number of shots since Dec. 16 in Dallas. However, he still managed to secure a double-double by finding his teammates for buckets, and he also recorded a season-high four steals. The star point guard is averaging 24.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, 8.0 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.0 blocks over his last five games.

Lillard closed with 34 points (12-29 FG, 4-15 3Pt, 6-7 FT), eight rebounds, five assists and one block in 42 minutes during Friday's 118-112 loss to Golden State.

Lillard got off to a modest start in this one by putting up five points in the first quarter, but he really started to heat up in the second period. He finished with 14 points on 4-for-8 from the field and 2-for-5 from downtown in 11 second-quarter minutes. Lillard has now reached the 30-point threshold in two of his last three contests.

Lillard contributed 17 points (5-18 FG, 1-10 3Pt, 6-6 FT), three rebounds, nine assists and two blocks in 38 minutes during Monday's 124-113 victory over the Hornets.

Lillard continues to struggle with his three-point shot, connecting on just seven of his last 32 attempts, but he's still posting 22.3 points during his recent shooting slump. He's also dished out at least eight assists in each of his past three games, so despite poor shooting, Lillard is still stacking up quality fantasy performances, which is exactly what elite players do. Lillard will look to find his shooting stroke during a showdown with Golden State on Friday.

Lillard closed Friday's 120-107 loss to Denver with 34 points (10-22 FG, 4-11 3Pt, 10-10 FT), seven rebounds and eight assists across 39 minutes.

Lillard racked up 20 first-half points on 6-of-11 shooting from the field, including two big threes in the second quarter to help Portland jump out to a six-point lead at the break. He added another 14 points in the second half but went just 1-of-5 during a 16-point quarter for the Trail Blazers as they fell behind on the road. Lillard's 34 points led the game while he also dished a team-high eight assists. He's now reached the 30-point mark five times in the month of December.

Lillard (wrist) is available for Friday's game against the Nuggets.

As expected, Lillard will be available and presumably draw another start despite being initially listed as probable with a left wrist sprain. Over his past nine appearances, the All-Star forward has averaged 29.4 points, 7.1 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 1.3 steals in 34.2 minutes.

Lillard is probable for Friday's game due to a left wrist sprain.

LIllard suffered a wrist sprain on Monday but was able to play through the injury and log 36 minutes in Portland's most recent contest. He once again should be expected to suit up and handle a full workload Friday.

Lillard had 16 points (6-19 FG, 2-11 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, eight assists and two steals over 36 minutes during Wednesday's 101-98 loss to the Thunder.

Lillard played through a wrist injury during Wednesday's matchup and was effective at racking up assists and steals, but he struggled to find his shooting stroke, especially from beyond the arc. He failed to top 20 points for the first time since returning to action in early December. Over his nine appearances since being declared fully healthy, Lillard has averaged 29.4 points, 7.1 assists and 3.0 rebounds in 34.2 minutes per game.

Lillard (wrist) will play Wednesday against Oklahoma City.

Lillard was listed as probable entering the day so there was never much concern about his status for Wednesday's rematch. The star guard is coming off of a 28-point night against the Thunder on Monday. Since returning from a calf injury on Dec. 4, Lillard is averaging 31.1 points, 7.0 assists and 6.1 made threes per game (48.0% 3Pt).

Lillard is probable to play in Wednesday's game versus the Thunder due to a left wrist sprain.

Lillard suffered a minor wrist injury in Monday's loss but is likely not severe enough for him to miss any time. The star guard is averaging 31.1 points, 7.0 assists, 3.1 rebounds and 1.3 steals in eight games since recovering from his calf injury.

Lillard ended with 28 points (9-17 FG, 6-12 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds, six assists and one steal over 39 minutes during Monday's 123-121 loss to Oklahoma City. His 21st point of the contest pushed him pass Clyde Drexler for Portland's all-time franchise scoring record.

Lillard came into the contest needing 20 points to tie Drexler atop the list of all-time Trail Blazers scorers, and he got there on a three-pointer in the third quarter. The superstar point guard then passed Drexler with a free-throw later in the period, and he went on to lead Portland with 28 points in the contest. It appeared Lillard might play the hero on his big night when he hit a game-tying layup with 3.5 seconds remaining, but Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's jumper as time expired gave OKC the victory. Despite the disappointing final result for Lillard, this was another big individual performance for him, as he's now topped 20 points in eight straight contests.

Lillard finished with 25 points (7-20 FG, 5-13 3Pt, 6-8 FT), 10 assists, three rebounds and two steals across 33 minutes in Saturday's 107-95 win over the Rockets.

After four straight 30-plus-point scoring performances, Lillard cooled off a bit during the Blazers' weekend back-to-back set. He totaled 49 points between the two contests while shooting 38.2 percent from the field, but he made up for the downturn in efficiency Saturday by reaching double figures in the assists column for the fifth time this season while also chipping in on the defensive end.

Lillard ended Friday's 130-110 loss to Dallas with 24 points (6-14 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 9-10 FT), one rebound and three assists across 24 minutes.

Lillard's 24 points led the team, scoring 21 of those points in the first half. He didn't produce much else, other than sinking three shots from beyond the arc and going 9-for-10 from the charity stripe, before sitting the entire fourth quarter in the blowout loss. The veteran guard is still averaging a solid 28.5 points and 6.9 assists in 17 games this season.

Lillard provided 37 points (14-23 FG, 7-14 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, eight assists and two steals in 36 minutes during Wednesday's 128-112 victory over the Spurs.

Lillard has been on an absolute tear of late and has surpassed the 35-point mark in each of his last three contests. These explosive runs are a trademark of the star point guard, and while he's eventually going to cool off, Lillard should remain an elite fantasy asset, especially if he continues to play at his level. He's making 54.5 percent of his shots and 50 percent of his three-point attempts during that three-game span.

Lillard logged 38 points (13-21 FG, 11-17 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds and three assists across 29 minutes during Monday's 133-112 win over the Timberwolves.

Lillard was on fire in the win, doing all of his damage in the first three quarters. He actually had eight 3-pointers at the half, appearing well on the way to setting a new career high. Unfortunately, he slowed during the third quarter and was ultimately put on the shelf down the stretch. He has now scored at least 36 points in three straight games and it's safe to say that he is well and truly recovered from a calf injury that saw him spend time on the sideline earlier in the season.

Lillard ended Saturday's 124-118 win over Minnesota with 36 points (9-22 FG, 3-11 3Pt, 15-15 FT), three rebounds, eight assists and two steals in 41 minutes.

After scoring 40 points against Denver on Thursday, Lillard stormed out of the gate with 11 points in the first quarter Saturday. He kept the scoring going throughout the contest, though his best work came from the charity stripe, where he went 15-for-15. Lillard also dished eight dimes, giving him 20 assists, 76 points and four thefts over his past two games.

Lillard recorded 40 points (12-22 FG, 9-17 3Pt, 7-7 FT), four rebounds, 12 assists and two steals over 38 minutes during Thursday's 121-120 loss to the Nuggets.

Lillard connected on a season-high nine triples, propelling the Trail Blazers to within one point of victory. Since returning from his second stint on the sideline, Lillard has put together back-to-back performances of at least 32 minutes. Production aside, this is a great sign that he is fully recovered from his nagging calf issue.

Lillard amassed 21 points (7-16 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, six assists, one block and one steal in 32 minutes during Sunday's 116-100 victory over the Pacers.

Lillard returned to the starting lineup after a seven-game absence and didn't show signs of rust, as he contributed in each of the major five categories and also delivered a solid shooting performance. Excluding the game against the Jazz in which he left the contest injured, Lillard has now scored at least 20 points in each of his last five games. The star guard is averaging 25.8 points per game, which is an upgrade compared to his scoring numbers of the 2021-22 season.

Lillard (calf) will return to action Sunday night against the Pacers, Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report reports.

This latest report from Haynes confirms what we've suspected for several days now after word came earlier in the week that Lillard was targeting Sunday night's contest. A calf injury cost Lillard the last seven games, running his tally up to 12 absences already on the season. Lillard is yet to play in more than five consecutive games, but with the calf injury behind him, the hope is that he can pick up where he left off. In Lillard's first nine full games this season -- he exited two games early due to injury -- he's averaging 28.2 points, 7.6 assists, 4.8 rebounds and 3.6 made threes per game (36.4% 3Pt).

Lillard (calf) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Pacers, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

It was reported last week Lillard was targeting a return versus Indiana on Sunday, and it appears he's on track to do so. The 32-year-old has been sidelined by a right calf strain for the past seven games and may not have a full workload immediately upon his return. Lillard is averaging 26.3 points, 4.3 rebounds and 7.0 assists in 35.2 minutes this season.

Lillard (calf) is targeting Sunday's game versus the Pacers as a return date, Chris Haynes of TNT reports.

With Lillard returning Sunday, he would then miss Wednesday's game versus the Lakers and Saturday's game versus the Jazz with a right calf strain. Justise Winslow will likely remain in the starting lineup with the star point guard out. Lillard is averaging 26.3 points, 7.0 assists, and 4.3 rebounds in 35.2 minutes across 11 games this season.

Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups said Tuesday that Lillard (calf) is feeling better and is starting to do on-court work, but still has not timetable on a return, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Lillard has missed the last four games due to a calf strain he suffered Nov. 19 against the Jazz. The superstar point guard originally believed that the injury would only keep him out for a few games, but it may be much longer. Justise Winslow will likely continue to start in his absence. Lillard is almost certainly out for Wednesday's game against the Lakers, meaning a return for Saturday's game against the Jazz is the earliest possibility.

Lillard (calf) has been diagnosed with a Grade 1 strain and will be re-evaluated in 1-to-2 weeks, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Earlier Sunday, Marc Spears of ESPN.com reported that Lillard, himself, thought the injury might only keep him out for one or two games, but it looks as though the Blazers are bracing for a slightly longer absence. While Lillard acknowledged that this latest calf issue is not as serious as the strain that kept him out for four games earlier in the month, he'll likely miss at least three or four contests, given this latest timetable. Looking ahead, Portland. plays Monday (at Milwaukee), Wednesday (at Cleveland) and Friday (at New York) before finishing out a four-game road swing in Brooklyn on Sunday (Nov. 27). So long as Lillard is out, expect Anfernee Simons to handle more of the scoring burden, while rookie Shaedon Sharpe will likely move into the starting five in Lillard's place.

Lillard is hopeful to miss "just a game or two" due to the right calf strain he suffered in Saturday's 118-113 loss to the Jazz, Marc J. Spears of ESPN.com reports. "The last time was worse," Lillard said Saturday, when asked about his injury. "When I first strained it, I knew right away. The reason I took myself out is so hopefully this time we can get ahead of it instead of me staying out there and putting myself in a worse position."

In his postgame meeting with reporters, Lillard alluded to the right calf injury that previously sidelined him for four games from Oct. 28 to Nov. 5. While it's less than ideal that he's aggravated the same calf less than a month later, Lillard at least appears optimistic that this latest setback isn't as significant. The Trail Blazers are seemingly just as optimistic as Lillard, as Casey Holdahl of the team's official site reported that the point guard traveled with the team Sunday for the start of its four-game road trip. Lillard can be ruled out for Monday's game in Milwaukee for the time being, but the Trail Blazers could choose to evaluate his status on a game-by-game basis thereafter.

Lillard will be sidelined for a brief period after an MRI revealed a right calf strain in a different area from his previous injury, Senior NBA Insider for TNT Chris Haynes reports.

Lillard had an early exit during Saturday's game against Utah after aggravating his right calf. The star point guard has dealt with calf problems throughout the season as he missed four games after tweaking it on Oct. 26 against Miami. His timetable to return is currently unknown, so expect Anfernee Simons to take on more usage and rookie Shaedon Sharpe to see an increase in his minutes.

Lillard left Saturday's game against the Jazz due to calf tightness and won't return, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reports.

Lillard asked to leave the game during the third quarter and after being evaluated by the medical staff, it was determined that he re-aggravated his right calf and won't return to action. The star point guard finishes the game with 13 points (2-14 FG, 1-12 3Pt, 8-9 FT), seven assists and two rebounds across 27 minutes, and his absence means Shaedon Sharpe is likely to see an extended run off the bench -- and possibly a start if Lillard can't return when the Blazers take on the Bucks on Monday.

Lillard provided 25 points (8-24 FG, 3-12 3Pt, 6-6 FT), three rebounds, 11 assists and one steal across 38 minutes during Thursday's 109-107 loss to the Nets.

Lillard hasn't shot the basketball particularly well over his stretch of three straight double-doubles (36.7 percent), but he's finished with 20-plus points in each contest. The star point guard continues to show why he's one of the top sources of scoring at his position by averaging 27.6 points to go along with 4.5 rebounds and 7.0 assists over his first 10 games of the 2022-23 season.

Lillard ended Tuesday's 117-110 victory over the Spurs with 22 points (8-20 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 4-5 FT), two rebounds, 11 assists and one block in 40 minutes.

Lillard didn't have a sparkling shooting night, but he did rack up 11 assists on the way to his second straight double-double. He's poured in 20-plus points in three consecutive matchups and is averaging 27.9 points, 4.7 rebounds and 6.6 assists through nine contests so far this season.

Lillard chipped in 29 points (6-16 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 15-17 FT), seven rebounds, 12 assists and one steal across 38 minutes during Saturday's 117-112 loss to the Mavericks.

Although the Trail Blazers fell short, the team was happy to have Lillard back in the starting lineup. He rested last game due to the back-to-back, and that should be a recurring theme as he continues to deal with lingering effects from a calf injury.

Lillard (rest, calf) is off the injury report for Saturday's game at Dallas.

As expected, Lillard will return following a one-game absence to rest his recently-injured calf on the second night of a back-to-back. He's averaging 28.6 points, 5.1 assists and 4.7 rebounds in 35.0 minutes.

Lillard will be rested for Thursday's game against the Pelicans.

The Blazers simply appear to be playing it safe with the star guard, who tweaked his calf back on Oct. 26 and ended up missing a string of four games. He made is return to action against Miami on Monday and also played 36 minutes in Wednesday night's win over the Hornets. Chances are, Lillard will be cleared to play in most back-to-backs going forward, but the Blazers won't take any chances given that he's only a handful of days removed from the injury. Expect Shaedon Sharpe (finger) to be the primary beneficiary in Lillard's absence Thursday.

Lillard finished with 26 points (8-16 FG, 6-12 3Pt, 4-8 FT), seven assists and six rebounds over 36 minutes during Portland's win over the Hornets.

Lillard failed to score any points in the first quarter before racking up 14 in the second quarter on 5-of-7 shooting, including 3-of-4 from three. Down 12 midway through the third quarter, the Portland point guard knocked down back-to-back threes and then added another 30-foot three-pointer shortly after to help the Trail Blazers storm back with an 18-2 run. During the run, Lillard also passed Magic Johnson for 83rd on the NBA's All-Time scoring list.

Lillard (calf) will be in uniform for Wednesday's game versus the Hornets.

While several of Lillard's teammates went from probable to out ahead of Wednesday's game, he avoided the downgrade and will take the floor in his second game back from a calf injury. Lillard wasn't quite up to his typical standards in his first game back Monday, but it was likely a case of knocking some rust off following a multi-week absence.

Lillard is considered probable for Wednesday's game against the Hornets despite a right calf strain.

Lillard is likely just being listed due to the recency of his return from a calf issue. While it's not a certainty Lillard will suit up Wednesday, the probable status suggests he's good enough to go again after posting 19 points, six assists and three rebounds in his return Monday.

Lillard totaled 19 points (4-12 FG, 3-8 3PT, 8-9 FT), three rebounds and six assists in 35 minutes Monday against the Heat.

Lillard turned in a solid showing despite not having his usual touch from the field, which isn't entirely unexpected following a four-game absence. He was still able to make an impact in the scoring column, however, as he attempted nine shots from the charity stripe. Fantasy managers should expect Lillard to lock back in on the offensive end over his next few games.

Lillard (calf) will play Monday against the Heat, Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan Portland reports.

Lillard has been trending in the right direction all day, as he was upgraded to probable a few hours before tipoff after initially being tagged as questionable due to a right calf strain. It wouldn't be surprising to see the Trail Blazers monitor his minutes closely after missing the last four contests, though the coaching staff has yet to mention a minutes restriction.

Lillard (calf) is set to make his return Monday against the Heat, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reports.

Lillard missed four consecutive contests due to a right calf strain but will return to action on Monday. Through five games this season, Lillard has averaged 31.0 points, 4.8 rebounds and 4.6 assists across 35.0 minutes per game. His return will hamper the production of Shaedon Sharpe and Anfernee Simons (foot).

Lillard (calf) is questionable for Monday's contest against the Heat.

Lillard has missed four straight games due to the calf issue, but he'll have a chance to suit up Monday. Before the injury, the All-Star point guard posted 31.0 points, 4.8 rebounds and 4.6 assists in 35.0 minutes, though he may be limited during his first game back following a lengthy absence.

Lillard (calf) will remain sidelined for Saturday's matchup with the Heat, Aaron J. Fentress of The Oregonian reports.

Lillard is hoping to return at some point during the Trail Blazers' six-game road trip, but it will not be Saturday. His next chance to return will come Monday in Miami. With Anfernee Simons (foot) also out, rookie Shaedon Sharpe should be in line for another healthy workload.

Lillard (calf) will not make his return on Friday against the Suns, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

The Trail Blazers are hopeful that Lillard will return at some point during their six-game road trip, however, his return will not come on Friday. With that being said, Friday's tilt is the first half of a back-to-back set, so Lillard will have another chance to see the floor on Saturday in a rematch with the Suns.

Head coach Chauncey Billups confirmed that Lillard (calf) will remain out for Wednesday's home game against the Grizzlies, but the Trail Blazers hope to have the point guard back at some point during their six-game road trip that begins Friday in Phoenix, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Lillard is expected to have his strained right calf re-evaluated before the Trail Blazers depart for Phoenix on Thursday, so clarity on his status could come in advance of Friday's contest. Even if Friday proves to be too ambitious for Lillard to make it back to the lineup, he sounds like he'll have a chance to suit up at some point during the remaining five games of the road trip, which concludes Nov. 12 in Dallas. When Lillard missed his first game this past Friday, rookie Shaedon Sharpe replaced him in the starting five and logged 29 minutes as an off-ball guard while Anfernee Simons manned the point.

Lillard (calf) will be re-evaluated in 1-to-2 weeks, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Lillard left Wednesday's loss to the Heat midway through the third quarter after suffering the injury. It appears he's avoided anything serious, but fantasy managers will still have to prepare for the star guard to miss potentially half a month. In his absence, Anfernee Simons should take on more usage, plus rookie Shaedon Sharpe may get more opportunities.

Lillard was removed from Wednesday's 119-98 loss to the Heat midway through the third quarter with a right calf strain and didn't return, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports. He finished with 22 points (6-13 FG, 4-11 3Pt, 6-6 FT), two rebounds, two assists and one steal in 26 minutes.

After an injury-shortened 2021-22 campaign, Lillard has gotten off to a hot start to his 12th NBA season, turning in averages of 31.0 points, 4.8 rebounds, 4.6 assists and 4.0 three-pointers while shooting a magnificent 49.5 percent from the field through Portland's first five games. The calf strain presents an obstacle for Lillard to overcome, but he said he didn't need an MRI to address the injury and doesn't believe he'll miss significant time. According to Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan Portland, Lillard said he doesn't expect to play in Friday's game against the Rockets, but he could be ready to go for the Blazers' subsequent contest Nov. 2 against the Grizzlies.

Lillard totaled 31 points (10-16 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 7-8 FT), six rebounds, eight assists and one steal over 35 minutes during Monday's 135-110 win over the Nuggets.

Though Lillard's 31 points led all scorers in Monday's contest, it was actually his second-lowest scoring output of the campaign. The superstar point guard has been a juggernaut on the offensive end thus far, tying for third in the league with 33.3 points per contest while shooting 50.0 percent from the field and 40.0 percent from three-point range. With the Blazers off to 4-0 start, Lillard has emerged as a very early MVP candidate.

Lillard finished Sunday's 106-104 victory over the Lakers with 41 points (15-25 FG, 6-13 3Pt, 5-7 FT), five rebounds, two assists and one block over 34 minutes.

Lillard got the night started by making six of his 10 shots in the first quarter and scoring 14 points. Portland started the fourth quarter down by five points and Lillard scored 12 points -- including draining a three with 12.4 seconds left to give the Trail Blazers a 104-102 lead -- as it mounted a comeback. The 32-year-old has scored 41 points in consecutive games and is averaging 34.0 points while making 47.1 percent of his shot attempts and 36.4 percent of his three-point tries in the season's first three games.

Lillard amassed 41 points (12-25 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 12-12 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and one block in 43 minutes during Friday's 113-111 overtime win over the Suns.

The Trail Blazers look fantastic after two games, and Lillard was in mid-season form in the narrow upset over the Suns. Lillard doubled his total from the first game, a win against the Kings, and left more ball distribution to other players while he flexed his offensive muscle. Lillard made 25 shot attempts, with 12 of them coming from beyond the arc.

Lillard produced 21 points (6-10 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 6-6 FT), three rebounds and two assists across 24 minutes in Tuesday's 118-101 loss to the Jazz.

Lillard looks like his usual self with no signs of the injury that sidelined him for two-thirds of last season. The Trail Blazers need a solid second scoring option to emerge for the team, and once the team smooths out the kinks, Anfernee Simons and Lillard should both excel in the backcourt.

Lillard posted 16 points (5-13 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 3-4 FT), two assists, three rebounds and a steal across 23 minutes in Monday's 102-97 exhibition loss to the Clippers.

Lillard looked great despite the loss, especially considering that he hasn't played a full game since New Year's Eve 2021. Lillard will enter the season without longtime backcourt companion CJ McCollum, who departed for New Orleans during his absence. Anfernee Simons now holds that role, so it will be interesting to see how well the two will fare together as the season moves forward.

Lillard posted 16 points (5-13 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 3-4 FT), two assists, three rebounds and a steal across 23 minutes in Monday's 102-97 exhibition loss to the Clippers.

Lillard looked great despite the loss, especially considering that he hasn't played a full game since New Year's Eve of 2021. Lillard will enter the season without longtime backcourt companion CJ McCollum, who departed for New Orleans during his absence. Anfernee Simons now holds that role, so it will be interesting to see how well the two will fare together as the season moves forward.

Lillard (abdomen) will be available for training camp, Danny Marang of BlazersEdge.com reports.

Lillard played just 29 games last season due to an abdominal injury that ultimately required surgery. The All-Star point guard signed a two-year, $120 million extension this offseason and is expected to lead a revamped roster with Anfernee Simons, Jerami Grant and Jusuf Nurkic.

Lillard (abdomen) will be available for training camp, Danny Marang of BlazersEdge.com reports.

Lillard played just 29 games last season due to an abdominal injury that ultimately required surgery. The All-Star point guard signed a two-year, $120 million extension this offseason and is expected to lead a revamped roster with Anfernee Simons, Jerami Grant and Jusuf Nurkic.

Lillard (abdomen) and the Trail Blazers agreed on a two-year, $120 million contract extension Friday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports. The deal has a player option for the 2026-27 campaign.

Despite speculation that the Blazers could move on from Lillard and rebuild, the organization opted to commit more money to the star point guard, who is entering his age 32 season. He played just 29 games and struggled throughout last season while dealing with an abdominal injury. The four prior years all resulted in All-Star appearances for Lillard, with averages of 27.7 points, 7.2 assists, 4.4 rebounds and 1.0 steals. He'll lead a revamped roster with Anfernee Simons, Josh Hart, Jerami Grant and Jusuf Nurkic.

Lillard (abdomen) will not return to game action this season, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Lillard hasn't played since New Year's Eve, and we haven't received any updates on his status in weeks, so the writing was very much on the wall prior to Charania's confirmation. Charania notes that Lillard is making "tremendous progress and has looked strong in workouts," but with the Blazers looking to develop young talent -- and improve their draft position -- there's no reason to push the veteran back into action. All indications are that Lillard, who will turn 32 in mid-July, will be back at full strength to begin the 2022-23 campaign.

The Blazers announced Sunday that Lillard (abdomen) will be reevaluated in two-to-three weeks after progressing through the initial phase of his rehabilitation without setback.

Lillard will begin the conditioning phase of his rehab next week, which includes returning to basketball skill activity. The star point guard underwent surgery in mid-January and has reached all the necessary benchmarks during his first six-week window. Barring a setback, Lillard will likely be able to return to game action following the next phase of his rehab, which would set him up for potential playoff return. The Trail Blazers currently occupy the last play-in spot in the Western Conference, but they are just one game ahead of the Pelicans, who have been playing well since the acquisition of Lillard's former teammate CJ McCollum.

The Trail Blazers announced that Lillard underwent surgery Thursday in Philadelphia to repair a core injury causing chronic abdominal pain. The team plans to re-evaluate him in six weeks.

Per Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports, Lillard "feels good" following surgery, with Haynes' report also leaving the door open for the star point guard to be re-evaluated in as soon as five weeks rather than six. Regardless, Lillard looks safe to rule out through at least the end of February, as he'll almost certainly require another week of ramp-up time to regain conditioning even if doctors give him the green light to resume basketball activities at the short end of the five- to six-week timeline. Even after winning their last two games, the Trail Blazers sit at 16-24 for the season, so the organization may not have motivation to rush Lillard back into action in what's shaping up to be a noncontending year. Anfernee Simons and CJ McCollum are expected to handle the majority of the ball-handling and scoring responsibilities out of the backcourt during Lillard's absence, though neither player will be available Thursday in Denver due to personal matters.

Lillard plans to undergo surgery to address the abdominal injury that's plagued him since the start of the season, Brian Windhorst of ESPN reports.

Despite a cortisone shot and attempts to rest the injury, Lillard has not been able to shake it, so the decision to opt for surgery doesn't come as a major surprise. The star guard has been hampered since at least the Olympics over the summer, and the abdominal issue clearly impacted his play for the Blazers, as his scoring and efficiency numbers, in particular, have taken a notable dive this season. Through 29 appearances, Lillard is averaging 24.0 points (fewest since 2014-15) and shooting career-worsts from both the field (40.2% FG) and from three (32.4% 3Pt). Encouragingly, Windhorst notes that the surgery is not expected to end Lillard's season, but by the time he's back up to speed, it's very possible that the struggling Trail Blazers could be on the fringes of the postseason race. Fantasy-wise, managers will likely want to stash Lillard in an IR spot, but it remains to be seen how much value he may be able to provide down the stretch.

Coach Chauncey Billups said Sunday that Lillard (abdomen) won't travel with the Trail Blazers during their upcoming six-game road trip, Jay Allen of NBC Sports Northwest Rip City Radio 620 reports.

Lillard was already slated to be sidelined Sunday and Monday due to his lower abdominal tendinopathy, but he'll be forced to miss at least six additional games. The 31-year-old will be sidelined until at least late January, while Anfernee Simons will continue to take on an increased role for the Trail Blazers.

Lillard (abdomen) has been ruled out for at least the Trail Blazers' next three games.

The Blazers provided a rather vague update on the superstar guard Wednesday, stating only that he'll "undergo further evaluation and consultation concerning his lower abdominal tendinopathy." The team plans to evaluate Lillard again early next week, but in the meantime he'll sit out against Miami (Jan. 5), Cleveland (Jan. 7) and Sacramento (Jan. 9). Portland also plays Monday (Jan. 10) versus Brooklyn, so given the timetable it's very possible he could miss that contest, as well. With CJ McCollum (lung) sidelined indefinitely, Anfernee Simons will continue to take on a larger role in the backcourt.

Lillard (abdomen) is out Wednesday against the Heat, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reports.

Lillard will miss a second straight game due to his bothersome abdominal injury. Anfernee Simons should continue to start in Lillard's absence, which is indefinite.

Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups admitted that he wasn't certain how much time Lillard (abdomen) might miss after the point guard sat out Monday's 136-131 win over the Hawks, Jay Allen of NBC Sports Northwest Rip City Radio 620 reports. "That thing has been up and down...we'll probably know more sooner than later," Billups said of Lillard's injury.

Portland has been classifying Lillard's injury as lower abdominal tendinopathy, with the same issue keeping him sidelined for five consecutive games from Nov. 30 through Dec. 8. According to Scott Rafferty of NBA.com, Lillard told Portland media earlier this season that he's been playing through the injury "for a few years now." Additional reports have suggested that Lillard contended with the issue while playing with Team USA at the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo a couple months before the season, and the 31-year-old acknowledged he "irritated" the injury in a Nov. 3 loss to Cleveland. Given the recurring nature of his injury along with the fact that the Trail Blazers are off to a 14-22 start to the season, the organization could have some incentive to take a cautious approach with bringing Lillard back. In that scenario, Anfernee Simons -- who popped for a career-high 43 points Monday -- could continue to serve as Portland's primary playmaker out of the backcourt, at least until either Lillard or CJ McCollum

Lillard is out for Monday's contest against the Hawks and is managing his abdominal injury, Aaron J. Fentress of The Oregonian reports.

The All-Star guard has appeared in nine straight games for Portland, but will sit out the team's Monday night contest against the Hawks. Anfernee Simons figures to start in his absence while Dennis Smith is also a candidate to see more opportunities. After a slower start to the year, Lillard is starting to find his groove as of late, averaging 31.7 points per game over his last six appearances. Lillard's next chance to return comes Wednesday against the Heat.

Lillard chipped in 32 points (10-23 FG, 5-14 3Pt, 7-10 FT), six rebounds, four assists and one steal over 37 minutes during Wednesday's 120-105 loss to Utah.

Lillard tied with Norman Powell for team high-scoring honors in the loss, but only one other Portland player notched a double-digit point total. Lillard did his best to carry the shorthanded and struggling Blazers, draining five three-pointers and exceeding the 30-point mark for the fourth time in his past five contests. The star point guard has overcome a relatively slow start to the campaign, raising his scoring average to 24.2 points per game. That mark stood at just 18.5 points per contest through his first 10 games.

Lillard posted 26 points (5-15 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 13-14 FT), two rebounds, five assists and one block across 36 minutes during Monday's 132-117 loss to the Mavericks.

Lillard led Portland in scoring in the contest, though he made only five of 15 field-goal attempts. His offensive output was boosted by a 13-for-14 effort from the charity stripe, marking the third time in his past four games Lillard has knocked down double-digit free throws. The superstar point guard entered the contest averaging 38.0 points on 54.8 percent shooting over his previous three games, so he seems to be heating up despite Monday's less-prolific performance.

Lillard (personal) will play Monday against the Mavericks, Travis Demers of Trail Blazers radio reports.

Lillard was considered questionable for personal reasons Monday but is ready to take the court for Portland. He's averaged 33.2 points, 6.8 assists and 3.6 rebounds in 40.0 minutes across his past five games.

Lillard (personal) is Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site for Monday's contest against the Mavericks.

The All-NBA guard has appeared in Portland's last six appearances but is uncertain for Monday's showdown against Dallas due to personal reasons. This is not the type of news that the Trail Blazers want to hear as they are still are without CJ McCollum (lung). In fact, Lillard had started to get back to his normal self as of late, averaging 38.0 points per game over his last three appearances. Anfernee Simons figures to take Lillard's spot in the starting lineup if he is forced to sit out Monday.

Lillard and the Trail Blazers won't play the Nets on Thursday after the NBA postponed the game due to Brooklyn not having the league-required eight available players for that contest.

As a result of the postponement, fantasy managers in weekly leagues will get just one game out of Lillard, who shook off a hamstring injury to produce 39 points (13-24 FG, 6-11 3Pt, 7-8 FT), seven assists, two rebounds and one steal in Tuesday's 111-97 loss to the Pelicans. Lillard and the Trail Blazers will return to action Monday against the Mavericks.

Lillard racked up 39 points (13-24 FG, 6-11 3Pt, 7-8 FT), two rebounds, seven assists and one steal over 40 minutes before getting ejected from Tuesday's 111-97 loss to the Pelicans.

Lillard continues to turn things around in a hurry, scoring another 39 points Tuesday. After a well-documented slow start to the season, it's been all systems go since returning from injury. With no C.J. McCollum (pneumothorax), Lillard is basically option 1A and 1B, meaning as long as his shot is falling, there should be some more big scoring nights coming.

Lillard (hamstring) will play Tuesday against the Pelicans, Christian Clark of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

Lillard was initially questionable with a hamstring injury but will appear in his sixth straight game. During the past five games, he's averaged 30.2 points, 6.6 assists and 5.4 rebounds in 39.4 minutes.

Lillard (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's contest against the Pelicans, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

The star point guard is coming off a 43-point performance Friday and is averaging 30.2 points and 6.6 assists across his last five games. However, Lillard landed on the injury report Monday with right hamstring tightness. It's unclear when he suffered the injury or how severe it may be, but hamstring issues always draw concern, so fantasy managers should monitor Lillard's status closely leading up to Tuesday's 8:00 PM ET tip.

Lillard notched 43 points (12-19 FG, 6-11 3Pt, 13-14 FT), four rebounds, eight assists and one steal in 37 minutes during Friday's 125-116 win over the Hornets.

The Blazers got a much-needed win at home, snapping a seven-game losing streak behind what was easily Lillard's best game of the season. He topped 40 points for the first time and was able to work his way to the free throw line 14 times -- his third-most in any game this season. In four games since returning from an abdominal injury, Lillard is averaging 29.8 points, 7.0 assists, 5.5 rebounds and 4.8 threes.

Lillard totaled 21 points (6-21 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal in 38 minutes during Wednesday's 113-103 loss to the Grizzlies.

Lillard has surpassed the 20-point mark in each of his last three games following his five-game absence, but the efficiency just hasn't been there at all. The star point guard needed 31 shots to score 31 points against Phoenix on Tuesday, and he needed 21 attempts to put up 21 points Wednesday. Those efficiency issues might conspire against the upside of most players, but not Lillard -- his high usage rate and his volume as the team's bonafide offensive threat allow him to remain an effective fantasy asset even if he's struggling from an efficiency perspective.

Lillard logged 31 points (11-31 FG, 5-16 3Pt, 4-5 FT), two rebounds, 10 assists and one block in 47 minutes during Tuesday's 111-107 overtime loss to the Suns.

Playing in his second straight game after a five-game absence, Lillard again struggled shooting the ball but nonetheless managed his third 30-point effort of the season. While it's been a disappointing start for a player who's typically one of the league's most dependable stars, Lillard remains a consistent source of points, assists, rebounds, and threes, though his field goal percentage -- career-low 38.6 percent -- leaves plenty to be desired. The cortisone shot Lillard recently received in his abdomen should allow him to play through the injury, but he's expected to require surgery at some point. Ideally, that would happen during the 2022 offseason, but with the Blazers -- losers of six straight -- free-falling in the Western Conference, it's possible the direction of the team could influence Lillard's decision.

Lillard (abdomen) produced 24 points (5-17 FG, 3-14 3Pt, 11-15 FT), 11 rebounds and six assists over 37 minutes during Sunday's 116-111 loss to Minnesota.

Lillard finally returned following a five-game absence and while he struggled a bit with his shot, he supplied that lack of efficiency with a season-high mark in rebounds and decent passing numbers. Lillard will eventually adjust in terms of efficiency, but so far, this has been a down season for him. The star point guard is averaging 21.6 points per game -- his lowest mark since the 2014-15 season -- while shooting a career-worst 39.2 percent from the field.

Lillard (abdomen) is available for Sunday's game against Minnesota, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reports.

Lillard missed the last five games with lower abdominal tendinopathy but will return to the court Sunday. The Trail Blazers could monitor his minutes during his first game back in action, but it wouldn't be surprising to see him near a full workload against the Timberwolves.

Lillard (abdomen) will be active for Sunday's contest against the Timberwolves, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reports.

After missing five straight games due to an abdomen injury, Portland finally is getting its star back. The Trail Blazers are very happy to have Lillard and his 21.5 points per game back in the lineup as the team has dropped four straight contests. The All-Star's return means that Dennis Smith will move back to his role off of the bench. Lillard returns in a prime position to produce monster numbers with CJ McCollum being sidelined indefinitely with a collapsed lung.

Portland head coach Chauncey Billups said he's hopeful Lillard (abdomen) will play Sunday against the Timberwolves, Sean Highkin of BleacherReport.com reports.

Though Lillard is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game, Billups' characterization of the situation suggests the point guard is closer to "probable." Lillard has been sidelined for the past five games with lower abdominal tendinopathy, an injury he acknowledged that he's dealt with for multiple years. He recently received a cortisone shot to address the pain he had been experiencing, and the Trail Blazers are seemingly encouraged by how Lillard has responded. If active Sunday, Lillard would start at point guard and likely have a light minutes restriction, if he's limited at all.

Lillard (abdomen) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Timberwolves, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Lillard has missed five straight games but recently received a cortisone injection and the hope is that he will be able to return Sunday and play through whatever pain he is still feeling. A final status update will likely be released shortly before tip-off. With C.J McCollum (chest) out for the foreseeable future, there will be more pressure on Lillard as well as Norman Powell to shoulder a majority of the scoring for the Blazers.

Lillard (abdomen) underwent a cortisone injection in his abdomen last week and could return to game action as soon as Sunday against the Timberwolves, Chris Hayes of Yahoo Sports reports.

Interestingly, Haynes notes that Lillard has been battling pain in his abdominal region for "the last few years," so it appears the discomfort dates back well before the 2021 Olympics, when it first truly came to light. The pain had worsened in recent weeks, but the hope is that the cortisone shot will mitigate it to the point that Lillard will be able to return to action soon and continue to play through the issue. Wednesday's game against Golden State will mark Lillard's fifth consecutive absence, but there's optimism that the six-time All-Star will be able to play Sunday against Minnesota after three more days off. With CJ McCollum (lung) also out Wednesday -- and several role players listed as questionable -- the Blazers will again be shorthanded in the backcourt.

Lillard (abdomen) will miss at least 10 days due to lower abdominal tendinopathy, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reports.

Lillard has been battling the injury throughout the first several weeks of the season, but prior to this announcement he'd only missed two games, including Tuesday's win over Detroit. The hope is that rest and rehab will help Lillard move closer to full strength, and he'll sit out at least the next four games, including key matchups against the Celtics (Dec. 4), Clippers (Dec. 6) and Warriors (Dec. 8). The Blazers are optimistic that Lillard will be able to make his return around the middle of the month, but his status will be something to monitor closely over the next week-and-a-half. Expect Anfernee Simons to be the biggest beneficiary, fantasy-wise, while Lillard is sidelined.

Lillard (rest) will not be available for Tuesday's game against Detroit, according to Blazers reporter Casey Holdahl.

The Blazers are calling it a rest day for the All-Star guard, who played 31 minutes in Monday night's blowout loss to Utah. He finished with just 11 points on 4-of-12 shooting -- already his sixth game this season with fewer than 20 points. Lillard had only seven such games during the entire 2020-21 regular season, so it's very possible he's still bothered by the abdominal tendinopathy that's plagued him through the first six weeks of the campaign. The team hasn't said much about the issue, but for the time being at least, Lillard appears determined to continue to play through it. With Nassir Little (ankle) and Norman Powell (quad) also out Tuesday, the Blazers will be without three of their regulars.

Lillard is expected to rest Tuesday against the Pistons, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reports.

Lillard has failed to eclipse 20-plus points in back-to-back games and is shooting just 39.7 percent from the field and 30.2 percent from three on the season. The star point guard is expected to sit out the second game of the Blazers' back-to-back Tuesday, but he will likely be back in action Thursday against the Spurs. Anfernee Simons, who posted a season-high 24 points Monday, will likely slide into the starting lineup in place of Lillard, while Dennis Smith could see an increased role off the bench.

Lillard produced 11 points (4-12 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, five assists and one block across 31 minutes during Monday's 129-107 loss to the Jazz.

Lillard hit two of his first three field-goal attempts but was then shut down by a talented Jazz defense. The All-Star point guard remains immersed in a season-long shooting slump -- his 39.7 percent field-goal rate and 30.2 percent effort from three-point range are each on pace for career-worst marks. After averaging at least 25 points per game in each of the past six campaigns, Lillard is posting only 21.5 points per contest this season.

Lillard ended Friday's 118-103 loss to the Warriors with 16 points (5-15 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six assists and one steal in 38 minutes.

Coming off of a nice, five-game run, Lillard's struggles returned Friday, as he wasn't able to get much going offensively on a night when the Blazers shot just 41.9 percent as a team. Still, Lillard managed to hit multiple three-pointers for the seventh straight game, and during that span he's up to 25.4 points, 7.6 assists, 3.3 rebounds and 3.6 threes per game -- much closer to the figures fantasy managers expected when they selected the perennial All-Star in the mid-to-late first round.

Lillard chipped in 32 points (7-18 FG, 3-12 3Pt, 15-16 FT), six rebounds and 10 assists in 40 minutes during Wednesday's 125-121 loss to the Kings.

Lillard finished the contest with his second double-double in his last four games, but Portland had its four-game win streak snapped. The veteran point guard also logged his fifth straight performance with at least three three-pointers, though he needed 12 attempts from beyond the arc to reach that mark. Lillard appears to have mostly broken out of his early-season slump, having produced 20-plus points in nine straight contests after doing so just five times through his first nine games this season.

Lillard closed with 25 points (9-13 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, five assists and one steal across 31 minutes during Tuesday's 119-100 victory over Denver.

Lillard was efficient from a scoring perspective and delivered another strong game across the board, as he's now scored at least 20 points in eight games in a row. Lillard had a somewhat slow start to the season -- based on his standards -- but has turned things around of late and is averaging 23.6 points per game across 11 games this month.

Lillard amassed 39 points (10-21 FG, 5-13 3Pt, 14-14 FT), seven assists and three blocks across 37 minutes during Saturday's 118-111 victory over the 76ers.

It's been a somewhat tough start for Lillard, who entered Saturday averaging just 20.4 points on 38.4 percent shooting from the field. The superstar point guard had a much more prolific performance against the Sixers, registering his first game this season with over 30 points and knocking down five treys. Much of his damage was done from the charity stripe, as Lillard logged a season-high 14 free-throw attempts and converted each one. He has been dealing with an abdominal injury throughout the campaign, but Saturday's sterling effort could be a sign that Lillard is on the verge of breaking out.

Lillard (abdomen) will play Saturday against the 76ers, Jay Allen of NBC Sports Northwest Rip City Radio 620 reports.

As expected, Lillard will again play through his abdominal injury. Over the past six games, he's averaging 24.3 points, 7.3 assists and 4.8 rebounds in 37.7 minutes.

Lillard (abdomen) is probable for Saturday's matchup against the 76ers, Danny Marang of Blazers Outsiders reports.

Lillard continues to battle an abdominal injury that may be contributing to his slow start to the season. That said, his play has significantly improved over his past six appearances, with the point guard averaging 24.3 points on 45.0 percent shooting, 7.3 assists and 4.8 rebounds in 37.7 minutes.

Lillard amassed 22 points (6-18 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 7-7 FT), four rebounds, 10 assists, one block and one steal in 40 minutes during Wednesday's 112-107 win over the Bulls.

Lillard's point total wasn't extraordinary, but he led Portland in scoring in the contest despite struggling from the field. The veteran point guard has scored 20-plus points in each of his past six contests while continuing to rack up assists at a generous rate. As a sign that Lillard is beginning to emerge from an early-season shooting slump, he has knocked down at least three treys in five of his past six contests.

Lillard (abdomen) will play in Wednesday's game against Chicago, Rob Schaefer of NBC Sports Chicago reports.

Despite nursing tendinitis in his abdomen, Lillard will play through the injury once again. Against the Raptors on Monday, Lillard posted 24 points, eight assists and four rebounds across 40 minutes of action, so expect the guard to resume a normal role versus the Bulls on Wednesday.

Lillard (abdomen) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Bulls, Jamie Hudson of KOIN 6 News Portland reports

Lillard came in questionable Monday but ended up pouring in 24 points, eight assists and four rebounds in 40 minutes. The Blazers will likely be super cautious with his health but it wouldn't be surprising if the six-time NBA All-Star suited up and played his normal role. A final call will probably come shortly before Wednesday's tip-off.

Lillard closed Monday's 118-113 win over Toronto with 24 points (10-21 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, eight assists, one block and two steals over 40 minutes.

The superstar point guard was considered questionable for the contest due to an abdominal issue, but he was able to play and finished with his fifth straight performance of 20-plus points. Lillard didn't look inhibited by the injury in the contest, as he made nearly half of his field-goal attempts and handed out his most dimes in five games. The veteran has gotten off to a slower than usual start to the campaign, but he is still putting together solid per-game numbers with 20.3 points, 8.1 assists, 4.3 rebounds and 2.6 three-pointers.

Lillard (abdomen) will play in Monday's game against Toronto, Jason Quick of The Athletic reports.

Lillard was considered a true game-time decision leading up to Monday's tipoff, and he ultimately managed to prove his health. He's putting up 21.4 points to go with 7.9 rebounds and 5.0 rebounds so far in November (seven games).

Lillard (abdomen) is officially listed as questionable for Monday night's game against the Raptors, Sean Highkin of Bleacher Report reports.

An abdominal issue kept Lillard out of Sunday night's blowout loss to Denver, and he may be at risk of missing a second straight game on the second half of the back-to-back set. Lillard reportedly lobbied to play Sunday, so while he may be hampered by the injury, it looks to be something that he's prepared to push through for the time being. Either way, the Blazers' medical staff will wait until closer to Monday's 10:00 PM ET tip before making a final call on Lillard's status. If he sits again, Anfernee Simons would be in line for another start.

Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups characterized Lillard (abdomen) as day-to-day leading up to Sunday's game in Denver, noting that the point guard nearly talking his way into playing before being ruled out for the first time this season, Jason Quick of The Athletic reports.

Lillard may be experiencing some residual effects of the abdominal injury he sustained while playing for Team USA in the Olympic Games in Tokyo this past August, but at this stage, the issue doesn't appear to be a long-term concern. The fact that Lillard nearly attempted to play Sunday hints that he may just be getting some maintenance for the front end of a back-to-back set, but fantasy managers will still want to ensure Lilliard is in line to play Monday against the Raptors before locking him into Week 5 lineups. Lillard has been one of the bigger disappointments among players selected in the first or second rounds of fantasy drafts, as his scoring average (20.0 points per game), three-pointers per game (2.5) and field-goal percentage (38 percent) are all well down from his 2020-21 marks in those categories (28.8, 4.1, 45.1 percent).

Lillard is out at Denver on Sunday because of an abdominal injury, according to Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site.

Lillard is suffering from tendinopathy concerning his lower abdomen. The superstar's absence indicates Anfernee Simons will start at Denver. CJ McCollum, Jusuf Nurkic and Norman Powell are eligible to receive improved usage rates Sunday.

Lillard posted 20 points (6-16 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 4-5 FT), six rebounds, seven assists and one block over 38 minutes during Friday's 104-92 win over the Rockets.

Lillard had a rough start to the season and hit rock bottom when he scored four points (2-13 FG) against the Pacers on Nov. 5, but he has bounced back with four straight contests of at least 20 points. The star point guard has been effective from deep as well, hitting at least four treys in three of those four contests. He's averaging 21.4 points per game in seven games this month, though his efficiency numbers are still a tick below his usual standards.

Lillard tallied a season-high 27 points (11-23 FG, 4-13 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six assists and five rebounds over 39 minutes in a loss to the Clippers on Tuesday.

The star point guard appears to be rediscovering his stroke after a rough start to the campaign, and he has led Portland in scoring in each of their past two contests. Lillard has averaged 26.0 points while shooting 47.6 percent from the field over the pair of games while draining 10 total three-pointers. Unfortunately for the Blazers, Lillard's resurgence has coincided with a mini-slump by backcourt mate CJ McCollum, who is averaging only 10.0 points and shooting 30 percent from the field over the same span.

Lillard finished Saturday's 105-90 win over the Lakers with 25 points (9-19 FG, 6-14 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six assists, three rebounds and two steals over 31 minutes.

Lillard came into the contest shooting only 33.7 percent from the field and 21.7 percent from beyond the arc, but he was able to finally break out in the blowout win. The veteran point guard fell one point shy of his season scoring high and converted a campaign-best six three-pointers. The big effort came on the heels of a miserable offensive performance Friday in which Lillard scored only four points on 2-of-13 shooting from the field while missing all six of his three-point attempts.

Lillard finished Friday's win over the Pacers with just four points (2-13 FG, 0-6 3Pt) to go with 11 assists, four rebounds, a steal and a block.

Lillard has a decade's worth of production to suggest that he'll eventually snap out of his early season slide, but it's been a rough start for the star guard, who bottomed out with a season-low four points in 38 minutes of action. Lillard is now a combined 18-of-83 (21.7% 3Pt) from downtown on the season, and perhaps more concerningly, he's struggling to get the free throw line at his usual rate. Lillard did not attempt a single free throw Friday, and he's yet to get to the line more than five times in any game this season after averaging 7.2 attempts per game in 2020-21.

Lillard posted 26 points (10-27 FG, 3-12 3Pt, 3-5 FT), eight assists, three rebounds and two steals in Wednesday's 107-104 loss to the Cavaliers.

Lillard's shooting woes continue, including a miss on the game-tying three to end the contest. Wednesday's loss drops Portland to 0-4 when on the road. Road games have been especially strugglesome for Lilliard, as he's shooting 32 percent from the floor as opposed to a less terrible 39 percent at home. His 46.1 true shooting percentage rests well below any previous season, with a rookie year mark of 54.6 being closest.

Lillard posted 20 points (7-20 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 4-5 FT) 10 assists and seven rebounds in Monday's 118-108 loss to the 76ers.

Through six games, Lillard is shooting a career-low 34.9 percent from the field and attempting a career low 3.7 free throws per game. His assist totals have seen the dividends of this, but they don't offset the lack of scoring value. James Harden recently had his breakout, and Lillard is too talented to not turn the corner. His next chance comes Wednesday against an exploitable Cleveland backcourt.

Lillard finished Sunday's loss to the Hornets with just 14 points (5-20 FG, 2-14 3Pt, 2-2 FT) to go with 12 assists and four rebounds.

It's been an uncharacteristically shaky start to the season for one of the league's most consistent stars, as Lillard has now scored 20 or fewer points in five of six games thus far. He appeared to find his shooting stroke against the Clippers on Friday (25 points, 5-7 3Pt), but the struggles returned Sunday in what devolved into a disastrous shooting night. On the young season, Lillard has already gone 0-of-9, 0-of-8 and now 2-of-14 from three on separate occasions.

Lillard finished with 25 points (9-17 FG, 5-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six assists, four rebounds and one steal in 34 minutes during Friday's 111-92 victory over the Clippers.

Lillard put minds at ease in the victory, rattling off his best performance of the season. After a less than impressive start, fantasy managers everywhere were likely fielding trade offers from those seeking a bargain. This effort should help move the needle back to where we had expected it to be prior to the season. The Trail Blazers will face the Hornets on Sunday, a game in which Lillard will look to keep his foot on the gas.

Lillard totaled 20 points (6-22 FG, 4-11 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 10 assists, three rebounds and a steal across 32 minutes in Wednesday's 116-96 win against the Grizzlies.

Lillard did plenty of good things in the win, including dishing a team-high 10 dimes and knocking down four three-pointers. However, the superstar guard continued to struggle from the field, making only six of his 22 shot attempts. Poor shooting has been the norm for Lillard early on -- he is making just 33.3 percent of his field-goal tries and is shooting 17.1 percent from beyond the arc. Things figure to turn around for Lillard before long, and in the meantime he is still offering plenty of assists (8.0 per game) and knocking down 94.4 percent of his free-throw attempts.

Lillard totaled 12 points (4-15 FG, 0-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds and three assists over 28 minutes in a loss to the Clippers on Monday.

For the second time in three games, Lillard was unable to connect from deep over an entire contest --- an occurrence that happened only three times all of last season. The superstar guard went 0-for-8 from three-point range and scored just 12 points while chipping in only minimal additional stats. Though Lillard's long history of excellence suggests that he'll bounce back from his early struggles, fantasy managers who roster him are no doubt disappointed in his slow start. Through three contests, he is shooting only 36.0 percent from the field while posting per-game averages of 17.0 points, 7.3 assists, 3.3 rebounds and 0.7 three-pointers.

Lillard tallied 19 points (6-11 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 5-5 FT), eight assists and one rebounds over 24 minutes in Saturday's 134-105 rout of the Suns.

For the second straight game, Lillard took a backseat in the scoring department to teammate CJ McCollum, who posted 28 points in the win. However, Lillard was much more efficient from the field Saturday than in his season debut, and he would have likely posted a more robust stat line if not for the lopsided nature of the contest. Though he is off to a relatively slow start as a scorer (19.5 ppg through two contests), Lillard has helped fantasy managers who roster him with 19 total assists.

Lillard totaled 20 points (8-24 FG, 0-9 3Pt, 4-5 FT), 11 assists, six rebounds and one steal over 40 minutes in a loss to the Kings on Wednesday.

Though he finished with a double-double, Lillard's production in the season opener was muted by his inability to convert a single one of his nine three-point attempts. His final try from beyond the arc rimmed out at the buzzer, preventing Portland from sending the game to overtime. Despite the rough start, there should be little concern about Lillard's ability to once again rank among the league's elite scorers and three-point shot makers while dishing plenty of dimes.

Lillard (rest) will not play in Friday's preseason game against the Warriors, Blazers reporter Casey Holdahl reports.

As expected, the superstar will get the night off as the Blazers close out the preseason and attempt to get a look at some younger players. One of the steadiest players in fantasy basketball, Lillard heads into 2021-22 as a rock-solid first-round value in most season-long leagues.

Lillard told reporters that he "probably won't play" in Friday's preseason game against the Warriors, Aaron J. Fentress of The Oregonian reports.

While it isn't a certainty at this point, it sounds like Lillard plans on sitting out of Friday's matchup with Golden State. If he does, Anfernee Simons (thumb) and Dennis Smith could see increased minutes in Portland's backcourt.

Lillard is not on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's preseason game against Phoenix.

After resting for Monday's contest against the Kings, Lillard will likely be available Wednesday as the Blazers play their second-to-last exhibition. Looking ahead to the regular season, Lillard once again projects as a fringe-MVP candidate and first-round fantasy value in most leagues.

Lillard will not play Monday versus Sacramento, Aaron J. Fentress of The Oregonian reports.

Lillard started against Golden State last Monday, but his next chance to play will be at Phoenix on Wednesday. Anfernee Simons likely receives a start at point guard for the Kings game.

Lillard played through an abdominal injury during the United States' run to the gold medal at the Summer Olympics in Tokyo and is scheduled to undergo further testing once he returns stateside, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

The injury didn't prevent Lillard from playing in the United States' 87-82 win over France on Friday to secure the gold medal, as the point guard logged 27 minutes and finished with 11 points. Abdominal concerns are nothing new for Lillard, who missed a Trail Blazers game in February due to the same issue. Lillard's upcoming tests will shed more light on the severity of the injury, but at this time, the 31-year-old is fully expected to be ready to go for the start of the 2021-22 NBA season.

Lillard mustered 28 points (8-20 FG, 3-11 3Pt, 9-9 FT), 13 assists, four rebounds and two steals across 43 minutes in Thursday's loss to the Nuggets.

Lillard recorded his fifth double-double of the series Thursday and also surpassed the 25-point mark for the fifth time, but his efforts on the offensive end of the court were not enough to carry the Blazers to a potential Game 7. Lillard struggled a bit from deep in Game 6, but that shouldn't hide the fact that he delivered an impressive performance across the board throughout the series -- he averaged 34.3 points, 10.2 assists, 4.3 rebounds and 1.0 steals per game as Portland got trounced in the first round.

Lillard registered 55 points (17-24 FG, 12-17 3Pt, 9-10 FT), 10 assists, six rebounds, three blocks and a steal across 52 minutes in Tuesday's double-overtime loss against the Nuggets.

Lillard recorded a new personal playoff-high scoring output with a lay-up at the beginning of the second overtime, and he also set an NBA playoff record with 12 threes made. The star point guard lacked support in this game, as no other Portland player reached the 20-point plateau, but he continues to prove he can carry the team offensively when it matters the most. Lillard is averaging 35.6 points per game in the current series and has scored at least 34 points in four of the five games thus far.

Lillard recorded 10 points (1-10 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 7-7 FT), 10 assists, eight rebounds and a steal across 31 minutes in Saturday's win over the Nuggets.

Lillard missed all of his attempts from inside the arc and had his worst shooting performance of the campaign, but he still found a way to contribute in other categories and ended just two boards shy of putting up a triple-double -- his seven trips to the charity stripe allowed him to boost his scoring figures. Despite the down game, it's worth noting Lillard had scored at least 34 points in each of the previous three games of the series and should bounce back Tuesday in Game 5.

Lillard tallied 37 points (15-31 FG, 5-16 3Pt, 2-2) five assists, two rebounds and two steals in 39 minutes during Thursday's 120-115 loss to the Nuggets.

The 30-year-old has been on fire over his first three games of the playoff series, averaging 37.7 points, 9.3 assists, 6.3 three-pointers and 2.7 rebounds on 45.0 percent field-goal shooting in that span. Despite Lillard's herculean effort, the Blazers find themselves in a 1-2 hole. The ninth-year guard will look to help Portland get back on track and even up the series in Game 4 on Saturday.

Lillard finished with 42 points (11-24 FG, 9-16 3Pt, 11-13 FT), 10 assists, four rebounds and a blocked shot across 42 minutes in Monday's 128-109 loss to the Nuggets.

Lillard was splendid in the first half, but then the Nuggets pulled a fast one by putting Aaron Gordon in front of the All-Star. The result was a massive neutralization of Lillard. The standout guard can never be stopped completely, but Gordon noticeably rattled Lillard for the remainder of the game, and most of his shot attempts were heavily contested. Still, Lillard finished with nine three-pointers, which is a season-high.

Lillard totaled 34 points (10-25 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 13 assists and two rebounds in 40 minutes during Saturday's 123-109 victory over Denver.

Lillard led the charge for the Trail Blazers as they stole Game 1 on the road against the Nuggets. After a tightly fought first half, Lillard took control in the third quarter, ending with team-high production in both scoring and assists. We know exactly what Lillard is capable of when his team needs him the most and so it would not be surprising to see him repeat this performance in Game 2 on Monday.

Lillard accumulated 22 points (7-13 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 10 assists and three rebounds in 31 minutes during Sunday's 132-116 win over the Nuggets.

The 30-year-old snapped his seven-game 30-plus point streak Sunday, but he still managed to post his 60th 20-plus point game of the season. Portland won 10 of their last 12 games to end the season thanks in large part due to Lillard's outstanding play where he averaged 30.3 points, 7.7 assists, 4.5 three-pointers, 4.3 rebounds and 1.0 steals while shooting 54.2 percent from the field in that span. He'll look to parlay his late-season success into the playoffs for the sixth-seeded Blazers.

Lillard tallied 30 points (10-20 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 7-9 FT), six assists, two rebounds and one block during Wednesday's 105-98 win over Utah.

Lillard continued his magnificent stretch of offensive performances lately, as the guard posted his sixth straight with at least 30 points. During that span, Lillard is averaging 32.8 points which is up from his season average of 28.7. Lillard and the Blazers will look to clinch a playoff spot during their next game against Phoenix on Thursday barring a Lakers' win Wednesday.

Lillard produced 34 points (11-20 FG, 6-11 3Pt, 6-6 FT), nine rebounds and six assists across 36 minutes in Monday's 140-129 win over the Rockets.

Fueled by a record-breaking 50-point first quarter, Lillard and the Blazers were up early and never relinquished the lead. Although Lillard is usually left out of MVP consideration, he is the epitome of "valuable" for Portland, as the team would be nowhere near the sixth seed without his gigantic stat lines. His past five games have been nothing short of spectacular, as he's averaged 33.4 points, 7.6 assists, 4.4 rebounds and 1.2 steals over that span.

Lillard had 30 points (8-17 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 10-10 FT), eight assists and four rebounds in Saturday's win over the Spurs.

Lillard went through a rough patch in April, but he's officially broken out of that slump, as he's now scored at least 30 points in four straight games while shooting 58 percent from the field in that span. Portland has won seven of its last eight games and sits 1.5 games clear of the Lakers for the sixth seed in the West, so Lillard will look to keep the Blazers out of the play-in tournament with four regular-season games remaining.

Lillard tallied 38 points (12-18 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 9-9 FT), seven assists, four rebounds and two steals across 39 minutes in Friday's 106-101 victory over the Lakers.

In a game that helped Portland leapfrog over the Lakers into sixth place in the Western Conference standings, Lillard was dominant with a team-leading 38 points and an efficient 12-for-18 performance from the field. The point guard also led the Blazers with seven assists and two steals. Lillard has been on fire offensively of late, shooting 56.4 percent from the field -- including 53.8 percent from beyond the arc -- while averaging 32.2 points, 9.2 assists and 1.6 steals over his past five contests.

Lillard had 32 points (10-17 FG, 6-10 3Pt, 6-7 FT) and nine assists in Wednesday's win over the Cavs.

Portland was only up by 10 points at halftime, but the Blazers outscored Cleveland 74 to 48 in the second half to cruise to an easy victory. Lillard sat much of the final two quarters but still drilled six three-pointers for the second straight game. After slumping for most of April, Lillard appears to be back to his old self. He's hit 23 three-pointers over the last four games alone, topping 30 points three times in that stretch.

Lillard will play in Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers, Jamie Hudson of NBC Sports Northwest reports.

As expected, Lillard is set to take the court and should be available for his usual workload Wednesday. The 30-year-old is averaging 28.4 points, 7.6 assists and 4.2 rebounds in 35.8 minutes per game this season, and he should have ample opportunity to put up a nice stat line against the Cavs.

Lillard is listed as probable for Wednesday's game at Cleveland due to a bruised left foot, Casey Holdahl of TrailBlazers.com reports.

Lillard picked up the minor injury during Monday's loss to Atlanta, which he finished with 33 points and eight assists in 34 minutes. All indications are that the superstar will be in action Wednesday as the Blazers look to pick up what should be a fairly easy win against one of the bottom-feeders in the East.

Lillard totaled 33 points (11-19 FG, 6-11 3Pt, 5-6 FT), eight assists, two rebounds and two steals in a 123-114 loss to the Hawks on Monday.

Thanks to some efficient shooting, Lillard scored 30-plus points for the second time in his last three games. The guard has also recorded 20-plus points in each of his last eight contests since missing three games due to a hamstring injury. Over that stretch, Lillard has averaged 26.1 points, 7.0 assists and 4.4 rebounds per game.

Lillard had 26 points (8-18 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 7-7 FT), 13 assists, six rebounds, one steal and one block in Sunday's win over Boston.

Lillard broke out of a multi-week slump with a 32-point, nine-assist, eight-three-pointer effort against Brooklyn on Friday, and he followed up with another strong all-around game. He didn't have his most efficient night from the floor, but Lillard continues to pile up points, assists, free throws and three-pointers at an elite rate.

Lillard notched 32 points (12-22 FG, 8-13 3Pt), nine assists, seven rebounds and a steal across 36 minutes in Friday's win over the Nets.

Lillard carried the Blazers offensively and ended just one assist and three boards shy of putting up a triple-double while also draining eight threes -- tying his season-high mark in that category. Lillard is averaging 25.0 points, 5.8 assists and 4.5 rebounds per contest across six appearances since returning from a three-game absence in April.

Lillard had 23 points (6-15 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 9-9 FT), five assists, three boards and two steals in Wednesday's win over Memphis.

The Blazers were able to avenge a pair of close losses to the Grizzlies over the weekend with a blowout victory Wednesday. Lillard scored exactly 23 points for the third straight game, but he remains mired in a shooting slump, having now failed to hit at least 50 percent of his field goals in 11 straight games. During that stretch, Lillard is shooting just 36.3 percent from the floor and 33.3 percent from deep.

Lillard had 23 points (6-14 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 7-7 FT), six assists, four rebounds and a steal across 31 minutes in Tuesday's win over the Pacers.

Lillard missed three games earlier this month but hasn't skipped a beat since returning, as he has scored at least 22 points in each of his four appearances since returning to the hardwood while dishing out at least five assists in each of those appearances. Perhaps the most welcoming sign of Lillard's return to form is the fact that he made 42.8 percent of his shots in this game, as he had made just 34.7 percent of field-goal attempts over his prior three contests since returning.

Lillard had 23 points (8-27 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds, five assists, one steal and one block in Sunday's loss to Memphis.

It was one of the rougher shooting nights of the season for Lillard, who's been mired in a slump since early in the month. He's now gone nine straight games without shooting at least 50 percent from the field, and his field goal percentage has dwindled to just 37.1 percent in 10 April appearances. While the recent trend is concerning, Lillard's track record implies that he'll likely snap out of it in the near future.

Lillard totaled 27 points (8-22 FG, 3-11 3Pt, 8-10 FT), five assists, three rebounds and a steal across 37 minutes Friday in a loss to the Grizzlies.

Lillard led Portland in scoring in the contest, though he struggled from the field and made only 3-of-11 shots from beyond the arc. The All-Star point guard has converted only 37.8 percent of his field-goal attempts since returning from a hamstring injury April 21, though he is averaging 24.5 points in those contests. Lillard has converted only five of his past 21 attempts from three-point range.

Lillard totaled 22 points (9-23 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five assists, four rebounds and two steals in 37 minutes during Wednesday's 106-105 loss to the Nuggets.

Lillard returned after missing three consecutive games, leading the team with 22 points. There was some obvious rust but the fact he played 37 minutes hopefully indicates his recent hamstring concern is a thing of the past. The Trail Blazers will host the Grizzlies on Friday and barring any news to the contrary, Lillard should be good to go in what could be a favorable matchup.

Lillard (hamstring) isn't on the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets, Jamie Hudson of NBC Sports Northwest reports.

Lillard has sat out the last three games due to right hamstring tendinopathy, but he'll be back on the court in the second half of a back-to-back set Wednesday. Lillard had averaged 19.5 points, 6.8 assists and 3.5 rebounds in 34.2 minutes per contest in his six games prior to his injury. It's not yet clear whether he'll face any restrictions Wednesday.

Lillard (hamstring) plans to return to the Portland lineup for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reports.

Lillard has missed the Trail Blazers' last three games due to right hamstring tendinopathy, but his expected availability for Wednesday suggests he may have just been held out of Tuesday's 113-112 loss to the Clippers as a precaution for the front end of a back-to-back set. Before missing time with the hamstring issue, Lillard had been in a funk over his last six outings, averaging 19.5 points while shooting 35.9 percent from the floor. Fantasy managers will hope that the time off to recover from the hamstring injury will allow Lillard to re-emerge as the healthy, more productive version of himself that he was earlier this season.

Lillard (hamstring) won't play Tuesday against the Clippers, Jason Quick of The Athletic reports.

Lillard will miss his third straight contest due to a hamstring injury. Derrick Jones should once again start in his place. Lillard's next chance to return arrives Wednesday against the Nuggets.

Lillard (hamstring) is out Sunday against the Hornets, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

The Blazers' star guard will miss a second straight game with right hamstring tendinopathy. In his absence, Derrick Jones should start again, while CJ McCollum, Norman Powell and Anfernee Simons are given increased playmaking responsibilities.

Lillard (hamstring) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Spurs, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Lillard was a late addition to Friday's injury report due to right hamstring tendinopathy. It's not yet clear whether he'll return Sunday against the Hornets. Derrick Jones will start in his place Friday, while Anfernee Simons, CJ McCollum and Norman Powell could also see increased run.

Lillard is questionable for Friday's game against the Spurs due to right hamstring tendinopathy, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Lillard has missed just two games this season -- his most recent absence being March 26 against the Magic. If he sits out Friday, more minutes could go to Anfernee Simons, while CJ McCollum and Norman Powell would likely take on more playmaking responsibilities.

Lillard scored a team-high 28 points (9-23 FG, 5-13 3Pt, 5-6 FT) while adding 10 assists and five rebounds in 37 minutes during Tuesday's 116-115 loss to the Celtics.

It was the 10th double-double of the season for Lillard, who's reached double-digits in that category for the sixth straight season. Four of them have come in the last nine games but the distribution spikes have come at the cost of scoring consistency, and over that stretch he's averaging 22.7 points, 7.4 assists, 3.6 boards and 3.4 threes.

Lillard posted 12 points (3-10 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three assists, a rebound, a steal and a block across 37 minutes in Sunday's loss against the Heat.

Lillard struggled from the field once again and he's now posted 16 or fewer points in three of his last five games, which is certainly below his usual scoring contributions. He's averaging just 17.8 points per game while shooting 35 percent from the field and 34.1 percent from three-point range in that span.

Lillard scored 27 points (9-20 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 5-6 FT) and dished 10 assists across 34 minutes Saturday in a 118-103 win over the Pistons.

Lillard topped Portland in scoring in the contest while registering his third double-double in his past seven games. The All-Star guard is enjoying another productive season, posting per-game averages of 29.0 points, 7.7 assists, 4.2 boards and 4.1 three-pointers.

Lillard compiled 23 points (8-21 FG, 3-12 3Pt, 4-6 FT), six assists and five rebounds across 34 minutes in Thursday's 122-103 loss to the Jazz.

Lillard's struggles from beyond the arc continued on Thursday. Over the past three games, Lillard has gone a paltry 7-of-25 from long range for a conversion rate of 28 percent. Lillard's usually prolific numbers make him impossible to fade, but even the most talented guards in the league are going to have their share of struggles against Utah's stalwart defense,

Lillard ended with 11 points (2-14 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 6-7 FT), six assists, four rebounds and one block in 38 minutes during Tuesday's 133-116 loss to the Clippers.

It was a night to forget for Lillard who barely managed to surpass his season-low scoring total. Knowing what we do about Lillard and his ability to produce on a nightly basis, this simply has to be viewed as a blip on the radar. Those counting on him to carry their fantasy squad should be reasonably confident he will be able to turn things around sooner, rather than later.

Lillard delivered 16 points (6-15 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six assists, three rebounds and three steals across 25 minutes in Saturday's win over the Thunder.

Lillard was far from his best version in this game, as he struggled from the floor and only recorded 16 points -- his lowest mark since the opening games of the season when he ended with nine points. However, was coming off five straight appearances with at least 20 points and two games with 30-plus points in a row prior to this performance, so there's a chance this could've been nothing more than an off night for the star point guard.

Lillard recorded 32 points (10-19 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 7-10 FT), five assists, four rebounds, three steals and one block Friday in a 127-109 loss to the Bucks.

The Trail Blazers saw their four-game win streak come to an end, but Lillard was his usual self. He finished with a team best of 32 points despite missing more than two free throws for the first time this season. Lillard and his Blazers are now slated to face Oklahoma City at home Saturday.

Lillard totaled 33 points (9-19 FG, 5-7 3Pt, 10-11 FT), 10 assists, four rebounds and a steal across 36 minutes of Wednesday's victory over the Pistons.

Lillard snapped a streak of three straight games in which he failed to make 40 percent of his shots. In the process, he recorded his first 30-point outing since March 19. Over his last four contests, Lillard is averaging 24.8 points, 9.8 assists and 3.3 rebounds while draining 3.0 treys per game.

Lillard went for 22 points (7-21 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 6-6 FT), 11 assists and three rebounds in Sunday night's win over Toronto.

After sitting out Friday's game against Orlando, Lillard returned to action and picked up where he left off, scoring exactly 22 points for the third straight game. Nine of Lillard's 11 assists came in the first quarter, setting him on course to post his first double-double since March 16 and highest assist total since Feb. 23.

Lillard (knee) will play Sunday against the Raptors, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reports.

The 30-year-old was sidelined for Friday's win over the Magic due to a bruised left knee, but his absence will be limited to one game. Lillard will take the court for the first time Sunday with new teammate Norman Powell, who scored 22 points in his team debut Friday after being acquired from Toronto.

Lillard (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Raptors, Jamie Hudson of NBC Sports Northwest reports.

Lillard sat out Friday's win over the Magic due to a bruised left knee, but he may return Sunday. If he's out again, Anfernee Simons would likely see an increased role once more, and CJ McCollum's playmaking responsibilities would increase.

Lillard (rest) won't play Friday at Orlando, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

The 30-year-old has recently been battling a sore knee and some other minor injuries, so he'll receive the day off in the second half of the back-to-back set Friday. Trade acquisition Norman Powell is questionable to play and would help offset Lillard's absence if able to make his team debut Friday.

Lillard delivered 22 points (6-19 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 8-8 FT), nine assists, three rebounds and a block across 39 minutes in Thursday's win over the Heat.

Lillard ended just one assist shy of putting up a double-double, but he had a rough night shooting the rock and once again had major problems from the field. The star point guard still turned out to play a pivotal role in this win, however, as he drained three clutch free throws with only 1.0 seconds left on the clock to seal Portland's win. Lillard might be going through a rough patch from a shooting perspective, but he remains an elite playmaker and scorer. He has scored at least 20 points in all but one of his previous 24 appearances while recording eight double-doubles in that span.

Lillard totaled 22 points (5-17 FG, 3-14 3Pt, 9-9 FT), nine assists and three rebounds over 38 minutes in a loss to Brooklyn on Tuesday.

Lillard paced Portland in scoring, as usual, but for the second straight game he struggled to find the bottom of the net. Over his past two contests, Lillard has gone 3-of-21 from beyond the arc and averaged a modest 20.5 points. There's little need to be concerned about the All-Star's long-term production; prior to the two-game stretch, he had averaged 36.3 points across seven contests.

Lillard scored 19 points (7-16 FG, 0-7 3Pt, 5-5 FT) and dished four assists across 30 minutes in a blowout loss to Dallas on Sunday.

Lillard's overall field-goal rate was tolerable, but he missed all seven of his attempts from deep and failed to make a three-pointer for the first time since Feb. 12. He still led Portland in scoring in a game that got away in the third quarter, but it was a subpar outcome for Lillard given that he came in averaging 38.8 points over his previous four games.

Lillard will play through a sore left knee Sunday night against the Mavericks, Blazers radio host Jay Allen reports.

Lillard tweaked the knee against the Mavs on Friday night, and while it doesn't look to be anything serious, the All-Star guard was seen riding an exercise bike and receiving treatment during pregame. As of now, there's no reason to believe Lillard's workload will be limited, but how the knee responds will be something to monitor throughout Sunday's rematch.

Lillard recorded 31 points (10-19 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 7-7 FT), six assists and three rebounds Friday in a 125-119 win versus Dallas.

Lillard and CJ McCollum combined for 63 points, with the former actually serving as a second scoring option. The trend was rather prevalent earlier this season but should not restrict him under any circumstances. After all, Lillard averaged an unmatched 39.0 points and made all 31 of his free-throw attempts across the Trail Blazers' past three games (all of which McCollum played).

Lillard compiled 36 points (12-22 FG, 6-15 3Pt, 6-6 FT) and six rebounds in Thursday's 101-93 win over the Pelicans.

The Trail Blazers took their narrow win against the Pelicans in stride and effectively applied the lessons learned in the rematch. Lillard's secondary numbers took a hit, and he ultimately created a lot of his own opportunities, which was a resounding theme for the team. Portland only collected 11 assists in the matchup and relied on their defense to make things happen in transition. As usual, the All-Star was able to rack up points thanks to a hot stroke from downtown, going 6-for-15 beyond the arc.

Lillard posted 50 points (13-20 FG, 6-13 3Pt, 18-18 FT), six rebounds and 10 assists through 41 minutes in the 125-124 win over New Orleans on Tuesday.

Lillard continued his dominant performance on the floor in the win Tuesday. The guard is quite the spectacle when it comes to shooting. He is currently shooting 45.1 percent (field-goal percentage), 93.6 percent (free-throw percentage) and 38.8 percent (three-pointer percentage on the season. They respectively match second best, career best and third best in his career. Lillard is also on pace for a career high in points per game (30.4). The guard is easily the best player that the Trail Blazers have and he is matchup proof. You cannot find too many easier options than him.

Lillard compiled 38 points (12-21 FG, 6-13 3Pt, 8-9 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and a blocked shot across 37 minutes in Sunday's 114-112 loss to the Timberwolves.

Lillard continues to stuff stat lines like clockwork for the Trail Blazers. After a brilliant performance in the All-Star Game, his numbers since have been exemplary. Over three games since the break, he's averaging 31 points, 7.3 assists and 6.3 rebounds.

Lillard delivered 25 points (7-19 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 8-9 FT), 10 assists and five rebounds across 36 minutes in Saturday's win at Minnesota.

Lillard has been performing at an All-Star level all season long and has scored at least 20 points in each of his last 16 games, but he has also notched 25 or more points in five of his last seven contests. He's done more than just scoring, though, as his playmaking numbers have been off the charts as well with seven or more assists in all but one of those aforementioned 16 contests. He is averaging 30.4 points and 9.0 assists during that 16-game stretch.

Lillard recorded 30 points (10-23 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 5-5 FT), eight assists, seven rebounds and two steals across 37 minutes in Thursday's 127-121 loss to the Suns.

Lillard made plays all over the court and followed up his brilliant All-Star appearance with another prolific night, but it ultimately wasn't enough against the Suns. He made 23 shot attempts in the game and connected on five three-pointers. Without CJ McCollum, Lillard carries a heavy load but is playing some of the best basketball of his career.

Lillard had 32 points (11-20 FG, 8-16 3Pt, 2-2 FT) in Sunday's All-Star Game.

Coming off the bench for Team LeBron, Lillard was aggressive from the moment he stepped on the floor, leading all players with 20 shot attempts in 21 minutes of action. Lillard launched several threes from around the halfcourt line, none bigger than the one that brought Team LeBron to 170 points and clinched the victory, per the Elam Ending style. Lillard and the Blazers will have three off days before resuming play Thursday against Phoenix.

Lillard scored 44 points (13-26 FG, 8-15 3Pt, 10-10 FT) and dished seven assists across 38 minutes in Thursday's 123-119 victory over the Kings.

Lillard was nearly unstoppable down the stretch, at one point scoring 10 straight points for Portland to guide the team to a narrow victory. His 44 overall points and eight treys tied his season-high marks set Jan. 30 against Chicago. The All-Star point guard finishes the first half of the campaign with nearly identical numbers to those he posted overall last season, including 29.8 points, 4.3 boards and 8.0 dimes per game.

Lillard had 22 points (6-17 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 7-8 FT), six assists, five rebounds and two steals in Wednesday's win over Golden State.

As usual, Lillard took care of business in the clutch, hitting a deep, step-back three with 14 seconds left to give the Blazers a two-point lead. On the other end, he took a charge on a drive by Draymond Green to seal the victory. Lillard will play once more (Thursday vs. SAC) before heading into the All-Star break as a top-10 overall fantasy player in most formats.

Lillard tallied 23 points (8-21 FG, 6-15 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 10 assists, four rebounds and three steals across 35 minutes Monday in a 123-111 win over Charlotte.

Lillard finished the contest over six points below this season scoring average, but he still made his mark with 10 dimes en route to his sixth double-double in his past eight games. Lillard has continued to build his reputation as one of the league's top point guards this season, posting per-game averages of 29.6 points, 4.2 treys and 8.1 assists through 32 games.

Lillard logged 35 points (11-24 FG, 5-13 3Pt, 8-8 FT), seven assists, three rebounds and one block Friday in a 102-93 loss to the Lakers.

Lillard's team highs of 35 points and seven assists were not enough to defeat a Lakers team sans Anthony Davis (calf). Though the Blazers have been without CJ McCollum (foot) for nearly six weeks, Lillard is keeping them in a playoff spot with an adequate 18-14 record. He himself has somehow amped up his play recently with averages of 32.4 points and 10.9 assists across their past seven games.

Lillard recorded 25 points (9-21 FG, 4-11 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 13 assists and seven rebounds across 35 minutes during Tuesday's 111-106 loss to the Nuggets.

Lillard continues to thrive for the Blazers with CJ McCollum (foot) and Jusuf Nurkic (wrist) out, but he couldn't drag Portland to victory Tuesday. The performance marked the fifth time in six games that Lillard has posted double-digit assists. He also hasn't scored fewer than 24 points in a game since Feb. 12.

Lillard scored 24 points (9-17 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 5-6 FT) and also contributed seven assists in the Trail Blazers' 132-100 loss to the Suns on Monday.

After a four-game stretch in which Lillard made at least five threes in each game, the guard came back to Earth on Monday, making just one shot from deep. While it was a "quiet" game for Lillard's standards, he was still able to score over 20 points for the tenth straight game. The guard will look to get back on track from three in game two of a back-to-back Tuesday against Denver.

Lillard tallied 35 points (10-30 FG, 7-17 3Pt, 8-8 FT), 12 assists and six rebounds Saturday in a loss to Washington.

It wasn't the most efficient shooting night for the star guard, but Lillard nonetheless finished with over 30 points and 10 assists for the fourth straight game. He has averaged an eye-popping 35.8 points and 12.3 dimes over that span while knocking down 6.0 three-pointers per game. Overall, Lillard ranks third in the NBA in scoring at 30.0 points per contest and trails only Stephen Curry with 119 total makes from deep.

Lillard had 43 points (14-28 FG, 7-16 3Pt, 8-8 FT), 16 assists, four rebounds, one steal and one block in 38 minutes during Wednesday's 126-124 win over the Pelicans.

The 30-year-old now has three straight double-doubles, and the 16 assists Wednesday marks a season high. Lillard is averaging 36.0 points, 12.3 assists, 4.7 rebounds and 1.3 steals while shooting 48.1 percent from the field and 41.2 percent from deep during that stretch.

Lillard finished with 31 points (12-25 FG, 5-14 3Pt, 2-3 FT), seven rebounds, 10 assists and two steals through 37 minutes during the 115-104 win over Oklahoma City on Tuesday.

Lillard rebounded nicely after what would be considered an off night for the guard. He had posted one of his season-lows in points (20) only days ago in a win over Cleveland but bounced right back against Oklahoma. Not only that but he saw his first double-double in quite awhile. Granted he could have numerous on the season if he were to move the ball around more, but he is the primary shooter for the team. Nonetheless, Lillard will always be worthy of a stream and is for the most part matchup proof.

Lillard had 34 points (12-26 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 5-7 FT), 11 assists, three rebounds and a steal across 36 minutes in Sunday's win over the Mavericks.

Lillard has scored at least 29 points in four of his last five games since missing the Feb. 4 matchup at Philadelphia due to an abdominal problem. Lillard has been forced to carry a bigger scoring lead than expected in the preseason due to the absences of players such as CJ McCollum (foot) and Jusuf Nurkic (wrist), but he has been thriving of late and is averaging 28.3 points per game in seven appearances this month.

Lillard posted 20 points (7-16 FG, 0-6 3Pt, 6-6 FT), nine assists, three rebounds and one steal over 30 minutes in Friday's 129-110 win over the Cavaliers.

Lillard had one of his lower scoring totals of the season Friday, but he was slightly more efficient from the floor in the win over Cleveland. He failed to convert on any of his six attempts from beyond the arc, but he was one of the top performers against the Cavaliers and led the team in assists. Over his last five appearances, Lillard is averaging 29.4 points and 7.0 assists over 35.4 minutes per game.

Lillard logged 30 points (6-21 FG, 4-11 3Pt, 14-15 FT), seven assists, two rebounds and two steals Thursday in a 118-114 home win over the Sixers.

Lillard's 19 first-quarter points (4-7 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 7-7 FT) were largely overshadowed by his failures to both escape double teams and sink shots outside the paint. His performance was still good but not as efficient as it could have been. This has been a recurring theme for Lillard, who is averaging 31.8 points but shooting 39.5 percent across his past four games.

Lillard notched 36 points (9-22 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 13-13 FT), five rebounds, two assists and a steal across 34 minutes in Tuesday's win over the Magic.

Lillard ended with just two assists and ceded the playmaking duties to Gary Trent, who ended with a team-high six dimes, in an attempt to be a more aggressive scorer. Despite the shooting woes, the plan worked to perfection and Lillard has now scored 35 or more points in seven different contests. Lillard has also scored five or more treys in five straight games.

Lillard (abdomen) isn't listed on Portland's injury report for Tuesday's game against Orlando, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Lillard didn't take part in Monday's practice, but the star point guard is evidently planning on playing Tuesday after the team failed to list him on the injury report. He's coming off a 29-point performance in a 110-99 loss to New York.

Lillard (abdomen) did not partake in Monday's practice, Blazers reporter Casey Holdahl reports.

An abdominal strain kept Lillard out of Thursday's game against Philadelphia, but he was able to return for Saturday's matchup against New York. While Lillard went for 29 points, nine assists and four steals in that game, it looks like he's still dealing with the effects of the injury, so consider him questionable for Tuesday's game against Orlando.

Lillard recorded 29 points (10-20 FG, 6-12 3Pt, 3-5 FT), nine assists, four rebounds and four steals in 38 minutes during Saturday's 110-99 loss to the Knicks.

It was thought Lillard might have a minutes limit for Saturday's game, but that clearly wasn't the case. He recorded a season-high four steals in the loss while unsurprisingly leading the team in scoring and assists.

Lillard will have a minutes restriction during Saturday's game against the Knicks, Jay Allen of NBC Sports Northwest Rip City Radio 620 reports.

Lillard will be available for Saturday's game despite dealing with a strained abdomen. However, his playing time will be restricted during his first game back on the court. It's not clear how much he'll be limited, but coach Terry Stott said that the restriction will be based on how he feels during the game.

Lillard (abdomen) is available for Saturday's game against the Knicks, Jay Allen of NBC Sports Northwest Rip City Radio 620 reports.

Lillard will return to the court after missing Thursday's win over the 76ers due to a strained abdomen. He's averaging 29.8 points and 8.6 assists over 35.8 minutes per game across his past five appearances.

Lillard (abdomen) is expected to be listed as probable for Saturday's game against the Knicks, Aaron J. Fentress of The Oregonian reports.

Lillard sat out Thursday's win over the 76ers due to a strained abdomen, but he'll likely make his return Saturday. Over his past five appearances, Lillard is averaging 29.8 points, 8.6 assists and 4.0 rebounds in 35.8 minutes.

Lillard (abdomen) will not play in Thursday night's game against Philadelphia, Blazers reporter Casey Holdahl reports.

Lillard suffered an abdominal strain earlier in the week, and after initially being listed as questionable, he's been ruled out as the Blazers play their third game in four nights. With CJ McCollum (foot) also out, expect both Gary Trent and Anfernee Simons to take on a hefty workload Thursday night.

Lillard is questionable for Thursday's game against the 76ers due to an abdominal strain.

Lillard is coming off a great performance, but he suffered an abdominal injury in the process. If he can't go Thursday, Anfernee Simons would be in line for a much bigger workload and presumably start at point guard.

Lillard managed 32 points (9-23 FG, 4-14 3Pt, 10-10 FT), eight assists, two rebounds and one block in 39 minutes during Tuesday's 132-121 win over the Wizards.

After a disappointing 17-point performance in a blowout loss to the Bucks, Lillard bounced back with a great display Tuesday -- his 12th 30-point game of the season. It was also his ninth game with at least eight assists. Lillard and the Blazers face a much tougher test Thursday against the 76ers.

Lillard had 44 points (15-26 FG, 8-17 3PT, 6-6 FT), including the game-winning three-pointer at the buzzer, to beat the Bulls on Saturday night.

It was the signature performance of the season thus far for Lillard, who carried the shorthanded Blazers on offense during his 36 minutes. Lillard drilled a season-high eight three-pointers, while adding nine assists, five rebounds and one steal.

Lillard delivered 30 points (11-23 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 3-4 FT), nine assists and four rebounds across 38 minutes in Thursday's 104-101 loss to the Rockets.

Lillard put up excellent numbers as usual, but Portland's defense allowed a lead to slip away and couldn't hold off Houston in the final seconds. Lillard heaved up a last-second attempt to tie the game, but it was off the mark. CJ McCollum's prolonged absence ensures Lillard's continued excellence with a heavier load, although players like Gary Trent and Anfernee Simons have helped prop up the backcourt as well.

Lillard recorded 39 points (11-17 FG, 6-10 3Pt, 11-11 FT), eight assists, five rebounds and one steal in a 116-113 win Sunday versus New York.

Two games at Portland got postponed during the past week because of COVID-19 contact tracing. Thus, Lillard returned from an extended rest period more energized and logged his near season high in points en route to their first win without CJ McCollum (foot). He will spearhead most of the team's offense for at least three weeks by himself until its original backcourt is back together.

Lillard and the Blazers' will not play Friday against Memphis after the game was postponed, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

With Wednesday's game also postponed, this is a major setback for Lillard's fantasy managers, who will get just one more game this week (Sunday vs. NYK) out of the star guard. The COVID-19 issues seem to be on the Grizzlies' side, so the hope is that Portland's schedule will be mostly unaffected going forward.

Lillard and the Trail Blazers will not play Wednesday, as the game against the Grizzlies has been postponed, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Contract tracing will not be completed in time for Wednesday's game to be played. These two teams are scheduled to play again Friday.

Lillard scored a game-high 35 points (10-23 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 12-12 FT) while adding six assists, three rebounds, one steal and one block in 36 minutes during Monday's 125-104 loss to the Spurs.

Without CJ McCollum (foot) or Jusuf Nurkic (wrist) by his side, Lillard's big effort went to waste as only two other Blazers managed to score in double digits. The superstar point guard has scored at least 35 points in three of the last four games, and his usage and production don't figure to slide any time soon with Portland missing two key starters.

Lillard registered 36 points (10-23 FG, 4-12 3Pt, 12-12 FT), seven rebounds and seven assists in a win over the Hawks on Saturday.

With CJ McCollum ruled out after the first half due to a foot injury, Lillard was left to carry the offense on a night when no other Trail Blazer scored more than 18 points. The All-Star point guard rose to the occasion, exceeding 30 points for the seventh time this season while adding seven boards and seven dimes. Lillard again ranks as one of the league's most explosive offensive performers, posting per-game averages of 27.6 points, 3.8 three-pointers, 4.8 rebounds and 6.8 assists through 13 games.

Lillard produced 22 points (7-16 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 6-6 FT), six rebounds, four assists and a steal across 36 minutes in Thursday's 111-87 loss to the Pacers.

Lillard managed to put together a decent number, but Portland's backcourt was largely ineffective on Thursday. Indiana's stifling defense forced five turnovers from Lillard, and the team could not overcome a dreadful 36.8 percent field-goal percentage. Lillard and CJ McCollum remain a premier backcourt duo, and Lillsrd's line is sufficient evidence that he can still produce, even when nothing is going right.

Lillard recorded 40 points (11-23 FG, 6-15 3PT, 12-12 FT), one rebound, 13 assists and three steals in 42 minutes in the 132-126 win over Sacramento on Wednesday.

Lillard had an incredible performance to just push the Trail Blazers in the win Wednesday. The guard had started slow in the first-half, but by the time the second-half came along, he was a force to be reckoned with. Lillard set a new season-high in both points and assists. In what was a game of offense, Lillard showed off his elite skills and why he is the main man in Portland. He will always be a viable option, until he somehow loses his shooting and playmaking abilities.

Lillard (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game at Sacramento.

The 30-year-old was considered probable with an ankle issue, so it's not a major surprise he'll be on the court Wednesday. Lillard is averaging 26.1 points, 6.4 assists and 4.9 rebounds in 35.1 minutes through 10 games this season.

Lillard is probable for Wednesday's game against the Kings due to an ankle injury, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Lillard has emerged from Monday's win over the Raptors with an ankle issue, but he should still play Wednesday. Over the past five games, the point guard is averaging 27.0 points, 6.2 assists and 5.4 rebounds in 25.0 minutes.

Lillard had 23 points (8-16 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds, five assists and one block in a 112-111 win Monday versus Toronto.

Lillard somewhat stepped up with better efficiency Monday than the 17-point game he had Saturday at Sacramento. Lillard's major downside was the eight turnovers, which tied his career high. Lillard was not himself those past two games and will look to bounce back in a rematch at Sacramento on Wednesday.

Lillard scored 17 points (5-16 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 6-6 FT) to go along with four rebounds and six assists in a win over Sacramento on Saturday.

Lillard's point total was his lowest since the team's opening game this season, but it hardly mattered on a night during which teammate CJ McCollum scored 37 points as Portland cruised to an easy victory. Despite the off-night, Lillard is still putting up superb numbers again this season, posting per-game averages of 26.4 points, 3.8 treys and 6.6 assists.

Lillard generated 39 points (13-21 FG, 7-12 3Pt, 6-7 FT), seven assists, seven rebounds and three steals across 29 minutes in Thursday's 135-117 win over the Timberwolves.

Lillard had a huge impact despite only playing for 29 minutes. Drilling seven threes certainly boosted his scoring effort, and after that barrage, he wasn't needed for much of the fourth quarter. While the 30-year old guard isn't reaching his usual meteoric stat lines on a nightly basis through the first few weeks of the season, there's no cause to worry about Lillard. His first double-double is probably right around the corner.

Lillard registered 24 points (6-17 FG, 3-11 3Pt, 9-11 FT), nine assists and five rebounds in 37 minutes of Tuesday's 111-108 loss to Chicago.

Lillard scored fewer than 30 points for just the second time over his last six games but tied his season high in assists with the effort. Despite tough luck from the floor, he managed to still rack up points with a solid night from the line.

Lillard finished with 32 points (10-24 FG, 6-15 3Pt, 6-7 FT), four boards, and four assists in 39 minutes of a 137-122 loss to Golden State on Sunday.

Lillard put up more than 30 points for the fourth time this season, but it was the first time his team lost a contest where he reached that mark. Lillard's ancillary stats were down slightly, as he matched season lows in boards and assists in the contest. He'll face the Bulls on Tuesday.

Lillard tallied 34 points (11-21 FG, 6-10 3Pt, 6-6 FT), eight assists and four rebounds over 35 minutes in Friday's 123-98 win over the Warriors.

Lillard was a key offensive force for the Trail Blazers once again Friday, leading the team in both scoring and assists during the comfortable win over the Warriors. His 34 points marked his highest scoring total of the season, and he was much more efficient from the floor than he was in Wednesday's loss. He'll get a chance to face Golden State once again Sunday.

Lillard scored 20 points (3-14 FG, 0-8 3Pt, 14-15 FT) to go with five rebounds, four assists, a steal and four turnovers in 29 minutes of Wednesday's 128-105 loss to the Clippers.

Lillard was carried to 20 points by his free throw shooting as he struggled from the floor on Wednesday. Better days are ahead for the guard as his talent is such that even in an off night he can challenge for the team high in points and that floor makes him a great fantasy asset.

Lillard scored 31 points (10-16 FG, 5-10 3PT, 6-6 FT) to go with four rebounds, five assists, a block and five turnovers in 36 minutes of Monday's 115-107 win over the Lakers.

Lillard dropped a game high 31 points as he helped Portland pick up a big win over the Lakers on Monday. The first round pick is starting to round into top from as he's now eclipsed 30 points in back-to-back games.

Lillard dropped 32 points (11-28 FG, 5-13 3Pt, 5-5 FT) and notched five rebounds along with nine assists in an overtime victory versus Houston on Saturday.

Lillard missed 17 of his 28 attempts from the field in the win, but his offensive output was a marked improvement over the nine-point effort he put forth in the season-opener Wednesday. The superstar point guard made up for the inefficient shooting by knocking down five three-pointers and dishing nine assists to help lead Portland to its first victory of the campaign. CJ McCollum has been the Blazers' leading scorer in each of the team's first two games, but Lillard should fill that role plenty often throughout the season.

Lillard scored nine points (4-12 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 0-1 FT) and tallied four rebounds along with seven assists in a loss to Utah on Wednesday.

Lillard's effort can fairly be considered a dud compared to his usual standard, as he failed to reach double-digit points after hitting that mark in all but one contest last season. He was held without a point for the entire first half and finished by converting just one three-pointer in seven attempts. Lillard did lead Portland with seven assists, but fantasy managers with stock in the sharpshooter will no doubt be expecting much better days ahead.

Lillard recently underwent another MRI, which confirmed his original diagnosis of a mild right knee sprain, Shams Charania of Stadium reports.

Lillard left the NBA bubble in Orlando last week to receive additional tests ons his sprained knee, resulting in him sitting out the final game of the Trail Blazers' first-round series loss to the Lakers. Fortunately for the star point guard, he appears to have avoided any sort of long-term injury that would affect his availability for the 2020-21 campaign. After he averaged 33.0 points, 8.0 assists, 4.8 three-pointers, 3.8 rebounds and 1.1 steals per game over his 13 contests in the bubble, Lillard likely solidified his standing as a first-round pick in fantasy drafts.

Lillard will depart the NBA bubble and return to Portland on Thursday for further examination on his sprained right knee.

The 30-year-old sustained the injury Monday and was ruled out for Game 5 against the Lakers, though the game ended up not being played as scheduled Wednesday with all three of the day's games pushed back in protest of the recent police shooting of Jacob Blake. Lillard did not lay out a timetable for his return, and leaving the bubble puts his availability for the rest of the series even further in doubt, assuming play is resumed. More clarity on the injury should be available once Lillard is back in Portland.

Lillard (knee) has been diagnosed with a sprained right knee and will not play in Wednesday's Game 5 against the Lakers, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Lillard departed Monday's blowout loss after favoring the knee, and a subsequent MRI revealed the sprain. The severity of the injury remains somewhat unclear, but Lillard will not be available as the Blazers attempt to stave off elimination Wednesday night. Without the All-Star in the lineup, it'll be an uphill battle for Portland, which has dropped three straight since winning Game 1. In 12 healthy games in the bubble, Lillard averaged 34.8 points, 8.3 assists, 4.1 rebounds and 1.1 steals in 41.3 minutes.

Lillard (knee) underwent an MRI following Monday's loss to the Lakers, but the results were inconclusive.

Lillard will undergo a second MRI on Tuesday in an attempt to pinpoint the nature and severity of his right knee injury. The results of Tuesday's MRI could help determine Lillard's status for the pivotal Game 5 on Wednesday as the Trail Blazers face a 3-1 deficit. The 30-year-old exited Monday's contest in the third quarter after suffering a right knee injury and was unable to return. Lillard finished the contest with 11 points (3-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four assists, one rebound and one steal over 27 minutes.

Lillard has been ruled out for the second half of Monday's Game 4 against the Lakers after suffering a right knee injury, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reports.

The details of Lillard's injury are unknown at this time, but he appeared to be in considerable pain in the hallway after coming off the court. The Trail Blazers will need big minutes out of CJ McCollum, Gary Trent and Carmelo Anthony in the second half for Portland to avoid a 3-1 deficit in the series.

Lillard registered 34 points (8-20 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 13-14 FT), seven assists and five rebounds in 43 minutes during Saturday's 116-108 Game 3 loss against the Lakers.

Lillard was dealing with a finger injury before Game 3 but that didn't seem to slow him down, as he surpassed the 30-point plateau for the second time in three games of the series. Lillard is the undisputed offensive leader on the Blazers and, with Portland down 2-1 in the series, he might experience an uptick on his upside in Game 4 on Monday.

Lillard (finger) will play in Saturday's Game 3 against the Lakers, Tim Bontemps of ESPN reports.

Coach Terry Stotts confirmed Lillard's availability, though the guard wasn't expected to sit out. It's possible he'll be hampered by the injury, though it's on his off-hand. In the first two games of the series, Lillard is averaging 26.0 points, 4.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists.

Lillard (finger) will not return to Thursday's game against the Lakers, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reports.

Lillard suffered a left index finger dislocation late in the third quarter of Game 2, but negative X-rays indicate that he's at least avoided skeletal damage. With the Lakers already up more than 30 points over Portland, it's unsurprising to see the team elect to hold Lillard out in the hopes of having the star ready for Game 3 on Saturday.

Lillard is heading to the locker room after injuring his finger, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

It seems as though Lillard's night is all but over after appearing to injure his left index finger late in the third quarter of Game 2 on Thursday. With the Lakers up big on the Trail Blazers, Portland will likely elect to keep their star on the sidelines in hopes of having him ready to go by Game 3 on Saturday.

Lillard provided 34 points (9-21 FG, 6-13 3Pt, 10-10 FT), five assists, five rebounds and a blocked shot across 42 minutes in Tuesday's 100-93 win over the Lakers in the first round of the NBA Playoffs.

After a dramatic play-in victory, Lillard kept the ball rolling with another brilliant game that echoed the Blazers' stunning win against LA in the wake of Kobe Bryant's death months ago. The box score was deceiving, as Portland controlled much of this game despite a late charge by the Lakers, who failed to find an answer for Lillard. With another brilliant game beyond the arc, Lillard lifted his three-point percentage to a staggering 46.7 percent in the bubble, connecting on 56 threes over 10 games.

Lillard finished with 31 points (6-15 FG, 5-14 3Pt, 14-14 FT), 10 assists, two rebounds and one steal in 45 minutes during Saturday's 126-122 win against the Grizzlies.

Lillard stayed hot from beyond the arc, repeatedly worked his way to the free-throw line, and carved up the Memphis defense with stellar passing as well. He can likely be expected to continue playing a ton of minutes during the team's first round playoff series against the top-seeded Lakers.

Lillard was named the NBA's Bubble MVP ahead of Saturday's play-in game against the Grizzlies, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Lillard was sensational in helping lead the Trail Blazers into the eighth seed, claiming an advantageous position over the Grizzlies for the play-in format. He appeared in every game, averaging 37.6 points on 23.4 shots, 9.6 assists to just 3.3 turnovers, 4.3 rebounds and 1.4 steals in 41.8 minutes per game. The performances also helped Lillard crack the 30-point-per-game mark for the season as a whole -- a new career high.

Lillard compiled 42 points (13-22 FG, 8-14 3Pt, 8-9 FT), 12 assists, three rebounds and two steals across 43 minutes in Thursday's 134-133 victory over the Nets.

There was a sense that Portland could pull this one out when Lillard hurled up a shot from the halfcourt logo and drained it. Moments later, he made a steal at almost the exact same spot that turned the tide. The Nets knew they needed to keep him clamped down but even when double-teamed, he would either dish one of his 12 assists to an open shooter, or somehow manage to find a shot himself. The win sets up a classic matchup between rookie and veteran, as Ja Morant and Dame will clash in the play-in game.

Lillard scored a game-high 61 points (17-32 FG, 9-17 3Pt, 18-18 FT) while adding eight assists, five rebounds and a steal in 41 minutes during Tuesday's 134-131 win over the Mavericks.

One game after sinking the Sixers with 51 points, Lillard topped himself and tied his career high of 61 as he nearly single-handedly dragged the Blazers to another win -- Carmelo Anthony was the only other Portland player to score more than 11 points on the night. With the Blazers now holding the No. 8 seed in the Western Conference, a half-game ahead of the Grizzles, Spurs and surging Suns, expect Lillard to remain red-hot right through the end of the regular season.

Lillard went off for 51 points (16-28 FG, 4-12 3Pt, 15-16 FT), seven assists, three rebounds and two steals in 40 minutes during Sunday's 124-121 win over the 76ers.

Lillard was sensational, coming up in the clutch from beyond the arc after struggling from deep for the most of the night. He was extremely efficient, making most of his field-goal attempts and living at the free-throw line. Lillard can be expected to stay aggressive during Tuesday's matchup versus the Mavericks as Portland fights for the final playoff spot in the Western Conference.

Lillard recorded 22 points (10-23 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 0-2 FT), five assists, three rebounds and one steal in 39 minutes during Saturday's 122-117 loss to the Clippers.

Lillard had a tough time knocking shots down Saturday, though still launched up enough to rack up 22 points. His passing wasn't great, either, as he had three turnovers to five assists. He'll look to bounce back Sunday against the 76ers as the Blazers continue to fight for the postseason in the highly-competitive race for eighth in the Western Conference.

Lillard notched 45 points (13-21 FG, 11-18 3Pt, 8-10 FT), 12 assists, four rebounds and three steals in 41 minutes during Thursday's win over the Nuggets.

Lillard's 11 three-pointers tied a franchise record previously set by him on Jan. 20 against the Warriors, in a game where he'd finish with 61 points. He "only" scored 45 points in this one, but the star point guard is making everything he can to keep the Blazers' playoff chances alive. Through four games in the Orlando bubble, Lillard is averaging 31.3 points and 11.3 assists per contest.

Lillard scored 21 points (6-19 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 6-7 FT) and added nine rebounds, eight assists and two steals in 40 minutes during Tuesday's 110-102 win over the Rockets.

Lillard took the team scoring title on the night, but it was a key free throw that he made in the final minute that helped Portland pull away for good. The 30-year-old has picked up right where he left off when the NBA was put on hold, averaging 26.7 points, 5.3 rebounds and 11 assists in three games since the restart. He'll look to maintain that pace Thursday against Denver.

Lillard scored 30 points (8-20 FG, 5-14 3PT, 9-9 FT) and added two rebounds, 16 assists and a block in Sunday's 128-124 loss to the Celtics.

Lillard co-led the team in scoring, but more impressive was his passing effort as he had more assists than the rest of his squad combined. The sore foot that caused him to miss scrimmages leading up to the restart appears to be a thing of the past. The 30-year-old will look to power Portland to a rebound victory Tuesday against the Rockets.

Lillard (foot) went for 29 points (10-22 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 7-9 FT), nine assists and five rebounds in 45 minutes during Friday's 140-135 overtime win against the Grizzlies.

Lillard (foot) suited up as expected and turned in a strong performance as per usual. Helping key the comeback victory, it was a massive win for Portland over a Grizzlies team that currently holds the West's eighth seed. Lillard will look to build on this effort heading into Sunday's showdown versus the Celtics.

Lillard (foot) will play during Friday's opener against the Grizzlies, Jason Quick of The Athletic reports.

As expected, Lillard is recovered from a foot injury and will be good to go for Friday's opener. In Lillard's final 10 appearances before the season went on hiatus, he averaged 24.5 points, 7.3 assists, 3.9 rebounds and 1.7 combined steals-plus-blocks in 35.7 minutes.

Lillard (foot) is expected to be available for Friday's opener against the Grizzlies, Jason Quick of The Athletic reports.

Lillard missed the Blazers' final two scrimmages due to left foot soreness, but it appears he'll be healthy enough to play by Friday. In Lillard's final 10 appearances before the season went on hiatus, he averaged 24.5 points, 7.3 assists, 3.9 rebounds and 1.7 combined steals-plus-blocks in 35.7 minutes.

The Blazers have not yet determined if Lillard (foot) will play in Tuesday's final scrimmage against OKC, NBC Sports Northwest reports.

Lillard has been battling discomfort in his left foot, which kept him out of the team's last scrimmage against the Raptors on Sunday. However, he was able to go through Monday's light practice session, which is certainly an encouraging sign as Saturday's first seeding game (vs. MEM) approaches.

Lillard will not play in Sunday's scrimmage against the Raptors due to a foot injury, The Oregonian reports.

Little is known about the injury, but Lillard underwent an X-ray over the weekend, and the results were negative. Coach Terry Stotts revealed that Lillard is dealing with inflammation on the bottom of his foot, so the guard should be considered day-to-day as the first of Portland's eight seeding games approaches. Gary Trent Jr. will enter the starting lineup in Lillard's place for Sunday's scrimmage.

Lillard finished with four points (1-5 FG, 1-5 3PT, 1-1 FT) and seven assists in Thursday's scrimmage against the Pacers.

It was a quiet afternoon for the Blazers' superstar, who took a passive approach and handed out a team-high seven dimes, while taking just five shots -- all from three-point range. Lillard also added two rebounds to his final line in 20 minutes of action.

In an interview with Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports on Tuesday, Lillard said that if the NBA resumes regular season play, he will not participate in games unless the Trail Blazers have an opportunity to qualify for the playoffs. "If we come back and they're just like, 'We're adding a few games to finish the regular season,' and they're throwing us out there for meaningless games and we don't have a true opportunity to get into the playoffs, I'm going to be with my team because I'm a part of the team. But I'm

At the time the season was suspended on Mar. 11, the Blazers were in the thick of the race for the eighth seed in the Western Conference, sitting 3.5 games behind the Grizzlies. With Jusuf Nurkic (leg) and Zach Collins (shoulder) expected to return in the near future, Portland may have had an opportunity to close the gap. But as the future of the 2019-20 season hangs in the balance, it's still unclear if the league will opt to jump directly to the playoffs with the current top eight teams in each conference, or give teams like Portland a chance to qualify. Lillard noted that he would play if the league chose to employ a "play-in" style tournament, which has been rumored as a possibility,but is far from a guarantee. "If we come back and I don't have an opportunity to make the playoffs, I will show up to work, I'll be at practice and I'll be with my team. I'm going to do all that and then I'm going to be sitting right on that bench during the games," Lillard said. "If they come back and say it's something like

Lillard posted 25 points (8-17 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven assists, five rebounds, three steals and two blocks in 40 minutes during Tuesday's 121-105 win over the Suns.

This was Lillard's best game since he returned from a six-game absence due to injury, and all signs point towards the All-Star point guard returning to the sizzling form he had prior to the injury sustained last month. Lillard is averaging 20.8 points with 6.0 assists in his last four games, and he will look to keep producing Thursday against the Grizzlies.

Lillard scored 24 points (6-16 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 9-10 FT) while adding six assists and three rebounds in 38 minutes during Friday's 127-117 loss at Phoenix.

Lillard has done a good job since returning from an injury that forced him to miss the All-Star Game, scoring at least 20 points and dishing out at least five dimes in both contests thus far. The fact that he's healthy is the most important thing regarding the star point guard, and he should experience an increase on his usage rate -- as well as his overall production -- in the coming games as the Blazers remain alive in Western Conference the playoff race.

Lillard had 22 points (6-12 FG, 4-7 3PT, 6-6 FT), five assists and four rebounds in Wednesday's win over Washington.

Wednesday marked Lillard's return from a six-game injury absence, and the Blazers were able to cruise to a relatively easy victory at home. That allowed Lillard to ease himself back into action, as he finished with the fourth-most field goal attempts among Blazers' starters.

Lillard will join the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Wizards.

As anticipated, Lillard will be back with the first unit in his return from a six-game absence. On the year, the star point guard's averaging 29.5 points, 7.9 assists, 4.4 rebounds and 3.9 threes in 37.0 minutes per game.

Lillard (groin) will return to the lineup Wednesday against the Wizards and won't have a minutes restriction, Jamie Goldberg of The Oregonian reports.

The 29-year-old has been sidelined since Feb. 12 due to the right groin injury, but he'll make his return Wednesday after a six-game absence. Lillard is averaging 29.5 points, 4.4 rebounds, 7.9 assists and 1.0 steal through 54 games this season, and he'll have a prime opportunity to pick up where he left off against a porous Wizards defense.

Lillard (groin), who has already been ruled out Monday against Orlando, is targeting a return Wednesday against the Wizards, Shams Charania told Stadium.

Lillard hasn't played since Feb. 12 due to a groin injury -- a span of six games -- but it sounds like he's planning to return Wednesday against Washington, assuming he's given the green light by Portland's medical staff. If he does take the court, it's possible Lillard could face a minutes restriction as the Trail Blazers look to ease him back into action. Prior to getting hurt, the point guard posted averages of 29.5 points, 7.9 assists, 4.4 rebounds and 1.0 steal in 37.0 minutes per game.

Lillard (groin) is out Saturday against the Hawks and Monday against the Magic, Jason Quick of The Athletic reports.

Lillard will continue to sit out as he goes through rehab sessions to address a strained right groin. Monday will mark his sixth consecutive absence. His next opportunity to play arrives Wednesday against the Wizards.

Lillard (groin) is listed as out for Saturday's game against the Hawks.

Reports earlier in the week suggested that Lillard would travel with Portland for its three-game road trip that began Thursday in Indiana, but Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site later relayed that the point guard opted against making the flight to Indianapolis. The fact that the team is ruling Lillard out a full day in advance of Saturday's game suggests that he won't be joining the Trail Blazers in Atlanta either. Portland is still seemingly evaluating Lillard's status on a game-by-game basis, but at this point, it would be surprising if he even made the trip to Orlando for Monday's game against the Magic, much less played.

Lillard (groin) will travel with the Trail Blazers during the team's upcoming three-game road trip to Indiana, Atlanta and Orlando, but he's expected to be sidelined "a couple more games," Jason Quick of The Athletic reports.

This is unfortunate news for the Trail Blazers, who are on the fringes of the playoff picture in the Western Conference. While Lillard remains sidelined, C.J. McCollum, who has three straight double-doubles, will presumably continue to handle the main offensive burden.

Lillard (groin) did not practice Thursday and said he thinks he'll miss 3-to-4 games, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Lillard is still working his way back from a strained right groin he suffered prior to the All-Star break, and it sounds like he's still around a week away from returning to action. In his continued absence, Anfernee Simons and Gary Trent are candidates to see increased run, while C.J. McCollum should benefit from an uptick in usage.

Trail Blazers coach Terry Stotts said that he doesn't expect Lillard (groin) to practice when the team returns from the All-Star break Wednesday, Dan Sheldon of NBC Sports Northwest Rip City Radio 620 reports. "You never know," Stotts said, when asked about a timeline for Lillard's return. "Could be a week. Could be a month."

With that, Lillard can tentatively be viewed as doubtful for the Trail Blazers' first game of the second half Friday versus the Pelicans, and there's a strong possibility the All-Star point guard misses additional time beyond that with the right groin strain. Young guards Anfernee Simons and Gary Trent should notice spikes in playing time if Lillard misses any action, while C.J. McCollum would also benefit from an uptick in usage in that scenario.

Lillard has been diagnosed with right groin strain and is expected to miss the next 1-to-2 weeks, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reports.

Lillard suffered the injury during Wednesday's matchup with the Grizzlies. He's already been ruled out for All-Star weekend, and he's now in jeopardy of missing regular-season time. Luckily, the Blazers don't suit up again until Feb. 21 against the Pelicans.

Lillard sustained a right groin strain during Wednesday's loss to the Grizzlies, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.

The 29-year-old sustained the injury during the closing stages of the fourth quarter and will undergo an MRI on Thursday to determine the severity of the issue. Lillard had 20 points (7-19 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 10 assists, five rebounds and one steal prior to leaving the game. According to Woike, Lillard won't be playing in the All-Star game this weekend as a result.

Lillard notched 20 points (6-16 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 8-9 FT), six assists and five rebounds in 29 minutes during Tuesday's 138-117 loss at New Orleans.

Lillard has scored at least 20 points in every single game since Jan. 3 and should remain as Portland's go-to guy when it comes to scoring and distributing the rock. The star point guard is averaging career-best marks in points (29.7) and assists (7.9) per game, as he is single-handedly keeping Portland's playoff hopes alive. Lillard is also shooting 51.4 percent from the field and 49.1 percent from three-point range in his last 10 games -- both numbers would be career-high marks if sustained during the course of an entire season.

Lillard scored 33 points (11-23 FG, 6-15 3Pt, 5-6 FT), eight assists, four rebounds, a steal and a block in 37 minutes during Sunday's win over Miami.

Lillard continued his masterful scoring stretch that's seen him eclipse 30 points in 11-of-14 games since Jan. 13. considering he's shown no signs of slowing down, owners should continue to plug Lillard into any format with the utmost confidence. On the season, the star point guard's averaging 29.9 points, 7.9 assists, 4.3 rebounds and 4.0 threes per game with career-best shooting splits of 46.3 percent from the field and 39.8 percent from three respectively.

Lillard generated 42 points (16-30 FG, 8-14 3Pt, 2-3 FT), six assists, six rebounds, two blocked shots and a steal across 43 minutes in Friday's 117-114 loss to the Jazz.

Lillard did everything he could to pull out a win, but a controversial call at the end of the game involving a three-point shot to tie the score was the last straw for Lillard, who went off in a post-game interview about how badly the game was called. It certainly looked like Rudy Gobert committed goaltending in the pivotal shot, and the Jazz were also relentless in covering Lillard to the point of tangling him up repeatedly without a whistle blow. Despite the controversy, Lillard remains one of the hottest players in the NBA over the past few weeks.

Lillard delivered 26 points (9-20 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 10 assists and two rebounds in 37 minutes during Thursday's 125-117 win over the Spurs.

Lillard's seven turnovers tied for his second-highest mark of the season, but the star point turned it up a notch late in the game and carried the Blazers to another win. He might have scored under 30 points for the second straight game, but Lillard has scored 20 or more in 17 straight games while dishing out seven or more assists in all but three games during that stretch. Aside from scoring at a stellar level almost on a nightly basis, Lillard is also averaging a career-best 8.0 assists per game in 2019-20.

Lillard posted 21 points (8-23 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), nine assists, two rebounds and one steal across 30 minutes Tuesday in the Trail Blazers' 127-99 loss to the Nuggets.

After clearing 30 points in eight straight games and averaging 45.1 points over that stretch, Lillard finally cooled off Tuesday, and the Blazers were blown out as a result. Given that this sort of outing represents Lillard's nightly floor, fantasy managers who had surged up the standings lately thanks to the point guard's heroics can't complain too much about the poor showing.

Lillard supplied 51 points (17-29 FG, 9-15 3Pt, 8-8 FT), 12 assists, two rebounds and one steal across 36 minutes in Saturday's 124-107 win over the Jazz.

A typically tough Jazz defense did little to stifle Lillard, who has been enjoying the best offensive run of his career in the past two weeks. Over his last eight outings, the star point guard is averaging a whopping 45.1 points to go with 9.6 assists, 7.1 triples, 5.5 rebounds and 1.3 steals in 39.5 minutes while shooting 53.2 percent from the field and 88.1 percent from the line (on 10.5 attempts per game). Lillard's stellar form of late has allowed him to move ahead of Anthony Davis as the second-most valuable fantasy option in eight-category leagues this season, trailing only James Harden.

Lillard produced 48 points (17-30 FG, 7-12 3Pt, 7-8 FT), 10 assists, nine rebounds and two steals across 40 minutes in Friday's 127-119 win over the Lakers.

After an emotional tribute celebrating the life of Kobe Bryant, players for both teams paid homage to Bryant by playing their hearts out. Lillard's spectacular evening stole the show in a surprising victory over the Lakers. Lillard is arguably the hottest player in the NBA at the moment, and he capped off January with a monster effort. Over 14 games in January, he averaged 33.1 points, 8.3 assists, 4.9 rebounds and 1.8 steals. This emotional game should give the Trail Blazers momentum as they try to scrape back into playoff relevancy.

Lillard exploded for 36 points (11-21 FG, 6-12 3Pt, 8-10 FT), 11 assists, 10 rebounds and one steal in 39 minutes during Wednesday's 125-112 win over the Rockets.

Lillard is currently riding his hottest streak of the season. The star point guard has scored at least 34 points in each of his last six games, tallying three double-doubles and one triple-double over that span. Lillard is averaging an impressive 33.1 points and 8.3 assists per game during January, and he is posting a career-best 7.8 dimes per contest during the current season.

Lillard accounted for 50 points (14-23 FG, 8-12 3Pt, 14-16 FT), 13 assists, six rebounds and one steal in 38 minutes during Sunday's win over Indiana.

Lillard continued his unparalleled scoring streak Sunday, notching his 10th double-dobule of the season along the way. The star point guard's now scored 158 points over his past three contests, chipping in 28 assists, 27 threes, 22 rebounds and three steals as well. While it's unlikely that Lillard will be able to maintain this scoring potency long-term, he's the offensive focal point for a Trail Blazers team that's desperately trying to stay in the playoffs. Due to his recent play, it's hard to bet against Lillard in Wednesday's tilt with Houston.

Lillard poured in 47 points (16-28 FG, 8-15 3Pt, 7-7 FT), adding eight assists, six rebounds and a steal during Thursday's 133-125 loss to Dallas. He also had five turnovers.

Lillard drained a 39-foot three to get the Blazers on the board, boomed for 16 of their first 19 points in the third quarter and has now accounted for 108 points over his previous two games. Those numbers are unsustainable, but Lillard is everything to Portland. He will need another handful of explosions to make a playoff push a reality. The Blazers have lost 11 of their previous 16 games.

Lillard went off for 61 points (17-37 FG, 11-20 3PT, 16-16 FT), 10 rebounds, seven assists, and one steal in Monday's overtime win over the Warriors.

Coming off of back-to-back 34-point games, Lillard followed up with the highest-scoring night of his career, as well as in the history of the Trail Blazers franchise. Lillard hit a number of key shots late in the fourth quarter, including a step-back three-pointer to tie the game with just seconds left in regulation. He then led the Blazers' attack in the extra period, finishing with his second 60-point effort of the season. Lillard established season-highs in points and made threes, while his 45 minutes played were his second-most in any game this season.

Lillard had 34 points (10-23 FG, 5-12 3PT, 9-12 FT), six assists and one steal in 36 minutes during Saturday's 119-106 loss at Oklahoma City.

The star point guard has registered back-to-back 34-point performances, and he has scored 30 or more points thrice during the current week already. Lillard should get an extra boost to his value while C.J. McCollum (ankle) remains out, and an expected increase on his usage ratio should translate into more fantasy production at least on the short-term scenario.

Lillard had 34 points (13-25 FG, 3-10 3PT, 5-7 FT), 10 assists, two steals and one rebound in 40 minutes during Friday's 120-122 loss at Dallas.

The star point guard delivered his third double-double of the month, but he is taking another leap as a playmaker during January since he is averaging 7.9 dimes per game during the first month of 2020 -- he has dished out seven or more assists in eight of his last 10 games as well. A virtual lock to 20-plus points on a nightly basis, Lillard should remain Portland's main scoring and playmaking threat moving forward, and his offensive load could increase if C.J. McCollum is forced to miss time due to the ankle sprain he suffered Friday.

Lillard (illness) said that he's playing Friday against Dallas, Jamie Goldberg of The Oregonian reports.

Lillard was handed a questionable designation just hours before tipoff due to illness, but he's evidently feeling well enough to give it a go. He figures to start Friday's contest.

Lillard is questionable for Friday's game against the Mavericks due to illness, Jason Quick of The Athletic reports.

Lillard is reportedly dealing with a stomach bug, so his availability is now in question. The Trail Blazers should have an update on their starting point guard closer to tipoff.

Lillard produced 25 points (8-20 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 8-8 FT), seven assists, seven rebounds and two steals in 38 minutes during Wednesday's 117-107 win against the Rockets.

The 29-year-old missed both his first five shots and multiple deep threes (four 30-plus feet) but went on a 12-point third-quarter run by himself for another excellent performance. Since Jan. 5, the four-time All-Star has averaged a near double-double of 24.8 points and nine assists through his last four away games. Portland continues their Texas road trip Friday against the Mavericks, a team Lillard scored 28 points past on Oct. 27.

Lillard had 30 points (10-16 FG, 5-10 3PT, 5-7 FT), nine assists and three rebounds in 36 minutes during Monday's 115-112 win over the Hornets.

The star point guard has scored 20 or more points in each of his last six contests and he has dished out eight or more dimes four times during that span -- he continues to be Portland's main playmaking and scoring threat. Lillard has also scored 30 or more points in six of his last 10 contests, and he is averaging 27.4 points with 7.8 dimes during that 10-game stretch.

Lillard ended with 26 points (10-20 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five assists and three rebounds in 35 minutes during Saturday's 122-101 loss to Milwaukee.

The Trail Blazers fell to their eighth loss from the last ten games, continuing to tumble down the Western Conference standings. From a personal standpoint, Lillard is having a regulation season, currently the 7th ranked player across all standard leagues. However, the past month has been less fruitful with Lillard coming in as the 22nd ranked player. There is an opportunity to execute a buy-low if you are prepared to part ways with a second-round player.

Lillard had 20 points (6-17 FG, 3-10 3PT, 5-6 FT), eight assists and four rebounds in 30 minutes during Thursday's 116-102 loss at Minnesota.

Lillard remains Portland's most reliable scoring source, and he has scored 20 or more points in seven of his last eight games despite shooting 43.2 percent from the field and under 40 percent from three-point range. He has never shot more than 45 percent from the field or more than 40 percent from deep in a single season, however, so that lack of efficiency shouldn't surprise fantasy owners. He is, however, averaging a career-high 7.6 assists per contest.

Lillard (back) will play during Saturday's game against the Cavaliers, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reports.

Back spasms forced Lillard to miss the past two games, but he'll return Saturday. He is fully expected to take over starting point guard duties, shifting Gary Trent to the bench.

Lillard (back) declared himself a game-time decision for Saturday's clash against the Cavaliers, Jason Quick of The Athletic reports.

Lillard has missed the Trail Blazers' previous two games due to back spasms. He was originally given a probable designation for Saturday's tilt, but it now sounds like his status is closer to questionable. The All-Star point guard will likely give it a go during pregame warmups before deciding his final status.

Lillard (back) is listed as probably for Saturday's game against Cleveland, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Lillard has missed Portland's last two games due to back spasms but previously said he was hopeful to play in Saturday's contest. His probable designation suggests his optimism is warranted.

Lillard (back), who is out Thursday against the Bucks, said he's "hopeful" to play Saturday against the Cavaliers, Jamie Hudson of NBC Sports Northwest reports.

Lillard is set to miss a second straight game due to back spasms, though it sounds like he could rejoin the starting lineup when the Trail Blazers take on Cleveland over the weekend. His status should clear up closer to the game; in the meantime, expect Portland to lean more heavily on C.J. McCollum in Lillard's absence Thursday.

Lillard (back) will not play Thursday against the Bucks, Casey Holdahl of TrailBlazers.com reports.

Lillard missed Tuesday's loss to New Orleans, as well, so Thursday will mark a second consecutive absence. Making matters worse for the Blazers, both Anfernee Simons (ankle) and Hassan Whiteside (hip) are considered questionable for Thursday's contest. Simons got the start at point guard Tuesday night in Lillard's place.

Lillard is dealing with a hamstring injury and did not practice Friday, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

The seriousness of the injury is unclear, but the Blazers will presumably be extremely cautious with their star player. He should be considered questionable for Tuesday's preseason matchup against the Nuggets.