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Player DetailJamal Shead
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Dec 10, 2025
Drops career-high 18 points
Shead accumulated 18 points (6-15 FG, 4-11 3Pt, 2-4 FT), three rebounds, eight assists and one steal across 34 minutes during Tuesday's 117-101 loss to New York.
ANALYSIS
Shead replaced Immanuel Quickley (illness) in the starting lineup, dropping a career-high 18 points in the process. After a slow start to the season, Shead has at least put himself on the standard league radar of late, averaging 10.0 points, 4.5 assists, 1.8 steals and 1.5 three-pointers in 24.7 minutes per game in four games over the past week. He would need Quickley to miss additional time to have any real chance of putting up value, although could be utilized for streaming purposes at a pinch.
Dec 9, 2025
Starting Tuesday sans Quickley
Shead is in the Raptors' starting lineup for Tuesday's NBA Cup quarterfinal against the Knicks, Esfandiar Baraheni of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Shead will make his first start of the regular season Tuesday due to the absence of Immanuel Quickley (illness). Shead has opened the 2025-26 regular season averaging 5.8 points, 5.1 assists, .18 rebounds and 1.2 steals over 19.3 minutes per game.
Dec 9, 2025
Will play vs. Knicks
Shead (quadriceps) is available for Tuesday's game against the Knicks, Vivek Jacob of the Raptors' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Shead is overcoming a questionable tag with a right quadriceps contusion Tuesday. With Immanuel Quickley unable to play due to an illness, it looks like the minutes at point guard will be divvied up among Shead and Ja'Kobe Walter. Shead has averaged 5.7 points, 5.1 assists, 1.8 rebounds and 1.6 steals in 20.7 minutes per contest over his last 16 games.
Dec 8, 2025
Iffy for Tuesday
Shead (quadriceps) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Knicks, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
Shead is dealing with a right quadriceps contusion and could miss Tuesday's NBA Cup quarterfinals matchup. If the second-year point guard is ultimately ruled out, A.J. Lawson and Ja'Kobe Walter could see increased playing time. Shead continues to see consistent run for Toronto, averaging 5.4 points, 4.0 assists, 3.0 steals and 2.4 rebounds across 20.8 minutes per game over his last five outings. However, he has shot just 27.0 percent from the field and 14.3 percent from downtown during that span.
Dec 8, 2025
Logs two steals in loss
Shead had nine points (4-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt), four rebounds, three assists and two steals across 22 minutes during Sunday's 121-113 loss to the Celtics.
ANALYSIS
Shead hasn;t scored in double digits since Nov. 23 and is shooting just 27.5 percent from the field and 17.4 percent from three in that span. However, he remains committed to playmaking and staying engaged on the defensive end, averaging 4.0 assists and 2.1 steals in that span as well. Shead will continue to backup Immanuel Quickley, and will likely remain a steady source of assists and steals for fantasy managers.
Nov 29, 2025
Poor production continues
Shead notched three points (1-6 FG, 1-5 3Pt), three rebounds and two assists in 23 minutes during Saturday's 118-111 overtime loss to Charlotte.
ANALYSIS
Shead has been unable to find any rhythm thus far this season, a trend that continued Saturday. He has scored double digits only twice through the first 20 games, averaging 6.0 points to go with 5.4 assists and 1.0 three-pointers in 18.8 minutes per contest.
Nov 23, 2025
Near double-double off bench
Shead finished Sunday's 119-109 win over Brooklyn with 11 points (1-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 9-11 FT), nine assists, one rebound and one steal over 24 minutes.
ANALYSIS
Shead struggled with his limited shots from the field but more than made up for it at the charity stripe with a game-high nine free throws. He also led both teams with nine dimes and finished just one assist shy from registering the second double-double of his career. Shead has played a consistent role off the bench this season, though he and other Raptors reserve players will need to take on increased responsibilities if RJ Barrett were to miss time due to a right knee sprain that he sustained during the third quarter of Sunday's game.
Nov 20, 2025
Hands out five assists in win
Shead contributed zero points (0-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt), two rebounds, six assists and one steal over 20 minutes during Wednesday's 121-112 win over the 76ers.
ANALYSIS
While Shead went scoreless for the second time this season, missing all three of his field goal attempts, he made up for it by setting up his teammates with shots. Through 15 games, Shead averages 5.8 points, 5.1 assists, 1.7 rebounds, 0.8 steals, 0.1 blocks and 1.1 threes on a 41.0 percent clip.
Nov 12, 2025
Dishes five assists in win
Shead ended with six points (2-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound and five assists over 18 minutes during Tuesday's 119-109 win over Brooklyn.
ANALYSIS
Shead has dished out at least four assists in all but one game so far and is averaging 5.0 assists on the season. He has a steady role backing up Immanuel Quickley, and while he is not one of the biggest threats to score on the court, he has shown ability to make shots as he averages 1.2 threes per game on a 44.8 percent clip.
Nov 2, 2025
Available Sunday
Shead (illness) is available for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.
ANALYSIS
Shead was trending toward playing Sunday and has officially been cleared after battling an illness. The guard has operated as Immanuel Quickley's primary backup so far, averaging 6.8 points, 5.0 assists and 2.2 rebounds in 17.2 minutes through six appearances this season.
Nov 2, 2025
Expected to suit up Sunday
Shead (illness) is expected to play in Sunday's game against the Grizzlies, Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
Despite landing on the injury report with an illness, Shead is expected to suit up against Memphis. The second-year point guard has served as the primary backup to Immanuel Quickley thus far, averaging 6.8 points, 5.0 assists and 2.2 rebounds in 17.2 minutes per contest across six regular-season outings.
Nov 1, 2025
Iffy for Sunday
Shead (illness) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies, Esfandiar Baraheni of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Shead is under the weather and could miss his first game of the season Sunday. If the second-year point guard is unable to suit up, Immanuel Quickley, Ja'Kobe Walter and Gradey Dick are candidates for an uptick in playing time. Over six regular-season games, Shead is averaging 6.8 points, 5.0 assists and 2.2 rebounds in 17.2 minutes per contest.
Oct 30, 2025
Modest output in loss
Shead logged six points (2-6 FG, 2-2 3Pt), two rebounds and four assists across 19 minutes during Wednesday's 139-121 loss to the Rockets.
ANALYSIS
Despite being one of the main contributors off the bench, Shead has not been able to produce accordingly, only scoring in double digits once so far. However, he has been able to create plays for his teammates, averaging 5.2 assists, which boosts his value and keeps him on the court while Immanuel Quickley rests.
Oct 23, 2025
Makes impact off bench
Shead notched 10 points (3-5 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), two rebounds, five assists and one steal in 19 minutes during Wednesday's 138-118 victory over the Hawks.
ANALYSIS
Shead finished third among Toronto's reserves in minutes played, operating as the primary backup point guard. He held a similar role last season, averaging 7.1 points, 4.2 assists, 1.5 rebounds and 0.8 steals in 19.6 minutes per game across 75 regular-season appearances (11 starts).
Oct 10, 2025
Will start vs. Boston
Shead will be in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Celtics.
ANALYSIS
After the second-most minutes of any reserve on his squad in Monday's preseason loss to the Rockets, Shead will be in the first five. The 23-year-old guard racked up 11 points, five assists, one rebound and one steal across 17 minutes during Monday's game.
Oct 7, 2025
Scores 11 points Monday
Shead recorded 11 points (4-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-3 FT), five assists, one rebound and one steal in 17 minutes of Monday's 112-108 preseason loss to Houston.
ANALYSIS
Shead had the second most minutes played among the reserves. As a rookie in 2024-25, Shead appeared in 75 regular-season games with averages of 7.1 points, 4.2 assists, 1.5 rebounds and 0.8 steals on 40.5 percent shooting from the field. He's currently projected to win the backup duties behind Immanuel Quickley.
Jul 19, 2025
Double-doubles in SL loss
Shead supplied 24 points (9-16 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 12 assists, four rebounds and one steal across 30 minutes in Saturday's 98-88 Summer League loss to the Kings.
ANALYSIS
The 22-year-old led the Raptors in scoring and dished out a game-high 12 assists, albeit in a losing effort. A 2024 second-round pick, Shead averaged 7.1 points and 4.2 assists while shooting 40.5 percent from the field across 19.6 minutes per game in 75 regular-season appearances during his rookie season.
Apr 14, 2025
Game-high nine dimes in finale
Shead ended Sunday's 125-118 loss to the Spurs with 11 points (4-12 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds and nine assists in 36 minutes.
ANALYSIS
The rookie second-rounder handed out a game-high nine dimes in Sunday's regular-season finale, continuing to show promise as a playmaker in a starting capacity. Shead averaged 10.4 points, 6.9 assists, 2.5 rebounds, 1.5 steals and 1.6 three-pointers in 27.3 minutes over 11 games as a starter this season. However, he shot just 37.5 percent from the field during this span, so the Raptors hope Shead will experience some improvement in his shooting efficiency during his second season in 2025-26.
Apr 11, 2025
Starting Friday against Dallas
Shead is in the Raptors' starting lineup against the Mavericks on Friday, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
Shead will continue to rotate with Immanuel Quickley (rest) in the starting lineup. It'll be Shead's 10th start of the season, and over his last 10 outings he has averaged 11.9 points, 6.5 assists, 2.7 rebounds and 1.9 steals over 24.8 minutes per game.
Apr 10, 2025
Good to go against Dallas
Shead (rest) isn't on the injury report for Friday's game versus the Mavericks, Coty Wiles of RaptorsRepublic.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Shead will return to action Friday after missing Toronto's previous contest due to rest purposes. Shead will likely enter the starting lineup against Dallas due to Immanuel Quickley (rest) being ruled out.
Apr 8, 2025
Won't play against Charlotte
Shead is listed as out for Wednesday's game versus the Hornets due to rest purposes, Esfandiar Baraheni of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Shead's absence will likely open up more minutes for A.J. Lawson in the backcourt off the bench. Shead's next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Dallas.
Apr 6, 2025
Nears double-double in victory
Shead accumulated nine points (3-11 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, 12 assists and three steals over 29 minutes during Sunday's 120-109 victory over the Nets.
ANALYSIS
Shead got the starting nod Sunday with Immanuel Quickley (rest) inactive, leading all Raptors in assists and steals while finishing one point shy of a double-double due to a poor shooting performance. Shead set a new season high in assists, surpassing the double-digit mark on two occasions. He also tied a season high in steals, a mark he has tallied four times.
Apr 6, 2025
Starting Sunday
Shead will start Sunday's game against the Nets, Esfandiar Baraheni of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
As expected, Shead will draw another start due to an Immanuel Quickley rest day. Over his last 15 games (seven starts), Shead has averaged 10.5 points, 5.5 assists, 2.5 rebounds and 1.5 steals in 24.1 minutes per game.
Apr 5, 2025
Hands out nine dimes off bench
Shead provided 14 points (5-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), one rebound, nine assists and two steals in 26 minutes during Friday's 117-105 loss to the Pistons.
ANALYSIS
Shead didn't start Friday's loss, as Immanuel Quickley was in the starting lineup, but that didn't prevent the former Houston standout from making an impact on offense when he was on the court. This was Shead's sixth game with at least nine assists as a rookie, and he's already dished out the second-most assists as a first-year player in franchise history, according to Ryan Wolstat of the Toronto Sun. Shead is ending the campaign on a strong note considering his role. He's averaging 11.3 points, 2.4 rebounds, 5.7 assists and 1.7 steals per game over his last 10 appearances (four starts).
Apr 4, 2025
Back to bench
Shead won't start Friday's game against the Pistons, Coty Wiles of RaptorsRepublic.com reports.
ANALYSIS
As expected, Shead will shift back to a bench role after drawing a spot start in place of Immanuel Quickley (rest) on Thursday. As a reserve this season (63 games), Shead has averaged 6.4 points, 3.7 assists and 1.4 rebounds in 18.1 minutes per game.
Apr 3, 2025
Starting sans Quickley
Shead will start in Thursday's game against Portland.
ANALYSIS
The rookie second-round pick will get the starting nod due to Immanuel Quickley (rest) getting the night off. Shead has made seven starts this season, averaging 10.7 points, 6.7 assists, 2.3 rebounds and 1.4 steals across 25.0 minutes per contest.
Apr 1, 2025
Sliding to second unit Tuesday
Shead won't start in Tuesday's game against the Bulls, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
Immanuel Quickley (rest) will return to game action Tuesday, pushing Shead back to the bench. The rookie second-round pick has averaged 10.6 points, 5.6 assists, 2.4 rebounds and 1.6 steals across 23.5 minutes per game in his last 10 outings (five starts).
Mar 30, 2025
Starting Sunday
Shead is in the Raptors' starting lineup against the 76ers on Sunday, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
With Immanuel Quickley (rest) sidelined, Shead will make his seventh start of the season Sunday. Shead has averaged 10.1 points, 5.1 assists, 2.6 rebounds and 1.2 steals over 23.4 minutes per game since the beginning of March.
Mar 28, 2025
Pops for 17 points in win
Shead closed with 17 points (7-16 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, four assists and two steals in 22 minutes during Friday's 108-97 win over Charlotte.
ANALYSIS
Shead continues to flash his upside, scoring double-digits for the fourth time in the past five games. Despite a fluctuating role, his production has remained relatively consistent. The Raptors have shown their hand by openly resting their star players. The situation has afforded Shead a nice opportunity, of which he has made the most. In seven games over the past two weeks, he has averaged 11.3 points, 5.3 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.6 three-pointers.
Mar 28, 2025
Back to bench role
Shead will come off the bench during Friday's game against the Hornets, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
Shead started five of the last 10 games for the Raptors, but with Immanuel Quickley returning Friday, the rookie guard will be in the second unit against Charlotte. In 61 games off the bench for Toronto, Shead has averaged 6.2 points, 1.4 rebounds and 3.6 assists per game while shooting 41.6 percent from the field.
Mar 26, 2025
Starting vs. Brooklyn
Shead is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Nets, Coty Wiles of RaptorsRepublic.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The Raptors will rest Immanuel Quickley in this contest, so Shead will move to the starting lineup in this one. The rookie has been playing at a high level in recent games and has scored in double digits in all but one of his last six outings, a stretch in which he's averaging 11.0 points, 2.2 rebounds, 5.0 assists and 1.3 steals per game.
Mar 24, 2025
Coming off bench Monday
Shead is not in the Raptors' starting lineup against the Wizards on Monday, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
Shead will cede his spot in the starting lineup to Immanuel Quickley, the latter of whom rested in Sunday's loss against the Spurs. Shead has started in four of the Raptors' last eight games, and over that span he has averaged 9.5 points, 5.3 assists, 2.5 rebounds and 1.0 steal over 24.6 minutes per game.
Mar 23, 2025
Continues to flash promise in start
Shead ended Sunday's 123-89 loss to the Spurs with 17 points (7-14 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds, six assists and one steal in 27 minutes.
ANALYSIS
The Raptors gave Immanuel Quickley the night off, which could remain a common theme to close out a losing season, and it allowed Shead to draw the start. Shead has shown some promise when given the opportunity to ride with the first unit, as he's averaged 11.4 points, 6.0 assists, 1.8 rebounds, 0.8 steals and 1.8 three-pointers in 24.8 minutes over five games as a starter this season. The rookie second-rounder could get a few more looks with the starters down the stretch, depending on how much maintenance Quickley receives.
Mar 23, 2025
Will start Sunday
Shead will start Sunday's game against the Spurs, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
With Immanuel Quickley and Jakob Poeltl resting, Shead and Colin Castleton will slide into the starting lineup. As a starter this season (four games), Shead has averaged 10.0 points, 6.0 assists, 1.8 rebounds and 0.8 steals in 24.0 minutes per game.
Mar 21, 2025
Balanced performance in loss
Shead totaled 11 points (4-7 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six assists, four rebounds and one steal in 27 minutes in Thursday's 117-114 loss to the Warriors.
ANALYSIS
Shead was active in all facets of the game Thursday, scoring in double figures while also distributing the ball and crashing the glass. The rookie came off the bench for the second consecutive game after a few spot starts, but still logged significant minutes as the backup point guard. Since the start of March, in 10 games, Shead is averaging 8.7 points and 5.0 assists on 39.8 percent shooting.
Mar 17, 2025
Retreating to bench Monday
Shead will come off the bench during Monday's game against the Suns, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
The rookie second-round pick will retreat to the bench due to Immanuel Quickley (rest) being sidelined. Shead has carved out a significant role in the club's rotation, and over his last five outings (three starts), he has averaged 9.0 points, 5.2 assists, 2.6 rebounds and 1.0 steals across 24.0 minutes per contest.
Mar 17, 2025
Hands out six assists
Shead supplied 10 points (3-5 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds, six assists and one steal over 25 minutes during Sunday's 105-102 loss to Portland.
ANALYSIS
Shead has been in and out of the starting lineup in recent games, but has featured in the first unit in the last three, averaging 8.7 points, 2.3 rebounds and 6.7 assists per game in that span. Shead might have some upside in dynasty formats and could be a streaming option in some cases, but the inconsistency on his role certainly limits his upside.
Mar 16, 2025
Starting against Portland
Shead is in the Raptors' starting lineup against the Trail Blazers on Sunday, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
Shead will start for the third time in five games due to the absence of Immanuel Quickley (rest). Shead has averaged 9.0 points, 4.9 assists, 2.3 rebounds and 1.0 steals over 22.9 minutes per game since the beginning of March, and he should see a bump in playing time Sunday as a starter.
Mar 16, 2025
Good to go Sunday
Shead (shoulder) is available for Sunday's game against Portland, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
Shead will shake off a probable tag due to an unspecified shoulder injury Sunday. The rookie second-round pick has averaged 8.6 points, 5.0 assists and 2.6 rebounds across 24.2 minutes per game in his last five outings (two starts).
Mar 15, 2025
Probable for Sunday
Shead is probable for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers due to a shoulder injury, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
The extent of the shoulder injury is unknown, but the fact that Shead is carrying a probable tag suggests the rookie should be able to suit up and log his regular workload off the bench. Shead has averaged 9.0 points, 4.9 assists, 2.3 boards, 1.1 threes and 1.0 steals in 22.9 minutes over the last seven games (two starts).
Mar 15, 2025
Strong showing on defense Friday
Shead registered 11 points (4-9 FG, 3-4 3Pt), two rebounds, five assists, two blocks and three steals in 27 minutes off the bench during Friday's 126-118 win over Utah.
ANALYSIS
It's the first time in his career the rookie guard has recorded multiple steals and blocks in the same game. Shead has stepped his game up in March, and while he's still struggling to provide consistent offense, he's averaged 9.0 points, 4.9 assists, 2.3 boards, 1.1 threes and 1.0 steals in 22.9 minutes over the last seven games (two starts).
Mar 14, 2025
Reverts back to bench Friday
Shead isn't in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Jazz.
ANALYSIS
With Immanuel Quickley back in action Friday, Shead will unsurprisingly revert back to the second unit. Shead has averaged 7.1 points, 4.4 assists, 2.0 rebounds and 0.5 steals in 20.5 minutes across 11 games since the All-Star break.
Mar 12, 2025
Back in first unit
Shead is part of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Philadelphia, Aaron Rose of SI.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Shead will draw his second start in three games due to the absence of Immanuel Quickley (rest). In two starts this season, Shead has averaged 12.5 points, 6.5 assists, 2.5 rebounds and 1.0 steals across 29.5 minutes.
Mar 9, 2025
Just misses double-double
Shead ended with 11 points (5-12 FG, 1-2 3Pt), five rebounds, nine assists and one steal in 29 minutes during Saturday's 118-117 loss to the Wizards.
ANALYSIS
It was a game of near misses for Shead, who got the start in place of Immanuel Quickley (rest). The rookie guard almost recorded his second career double-double, and he almost played hero with a runner in the lane at the final buzzer, only for the basket to get waved off upon review. Shead, a second-round pick in the 2024 Draft, has emerged as a solid rotation piece for the Raptors, and his role could be growing -- he's played at least 20 minutes in five of the last six contests, averaging 7.3 points, 4.8 assists, 2.2 boards, 0.8 threes and 0.7 steals in 22.8 minutes a game over that stretch.
Feb 6, 2025
Scores 14 points in spot start
Shead racked up 14 points (5-10 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four assists and one steal across 30 minutes during Wednesday's 138-107 loss to the Grizzlies.
ANALYSIS
Shead moved into the starting lineup, replacing Immanuel Quickley who was resting on the second night of a back-to-back. Although Shead has been used in a backup role this season, he is a name to watch should the Raptors eventually shift their focus to the 2025-26 season.
Feb 5, 2025
Starting sans Quickley
Shead is starting in Wednesday's game against Memphis, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
With Immanuel Quickley getting the night off Wednesday, Shead will start at point guard for the Raptors in what will be his first start of the season. Shead has averaged 7.3 points, 3.6 assists and 1.3 rebounds in 19.7 minutes over his last 10 games.
Feb 5, 2025
Scores 16 points in loss
Shead racked up 16 points (7-12 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds and nine assists over 23 minutes during Tuesday's 121-115 loss to New York.
ANALYSIS
Shead recorded a career-high 16 points in the losing effort, and he's now averaging 13.0 points, 6.5 assists, 2.5 rebounds and 1.0 three-pointers over his last two games. RJ Barrett (concussion) and Immanuel Quickley (rest) are both out for Wednesday's game against Memphis, so Shead could continue to make some noise.
Feb 3, 2025
Off injury report for Tuesday
Shead (illness) is off the injury report for Tuesday's game against the Knicks.
ANALYSIS
Shead will return to Toronto's lineup following a two-game absence with an illness. Over his past five games, Shead has averaged 5.6 points, 3.6 assists, 1.6 rebounds and 0.8 three-pointers in 21.2 minutes.
Feb 2, 2025
Officially out
Shead (illness) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Clippers.
ANALYSIS
As expected, Shead has been downgraded from doubtful to out and will miss a second straight game due to an illness. With Davion Mitchell (heel) not expected to play, Ja'Kobe Walter could step up as the lead guard off the bench Sunday.
Feb 1, 2025
Doubtful with illness
Shead (illness) has been listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Clippers, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.careports.
ANALYSIS
Shead is trending toward missing a second straight game for the Raptors due to an illness. Ja'Kobe Walter may be forced to shoulder the load off the bench for Toronto, especially with Davion Mitchell (heel) listed as questionable against Los Angeles.
Jan 31, 2025
Won't suit up Friday
Shead (illness) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Chicago, Ryan Wolstat of the Toronto Sun reports.
ANALYSIS
The rookie second-rounder will miss his first contest since Dec. 26 due to the non-COVID illness, and his next chance to suit up will come Sunday against the Clippers. With Shead sidelined and Immanuel Quickley on a minutes restriction, Davion Mitchell and Ja'Kobe Walter could see extended run.
Jan 31, 2025
Downgraded to doubtful Friday
Shead (illness) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game against Chicago.
ANALYSIS
Shead has been downgraded from questionable to doubtful and will likely miss his first contest since Dec. 26. The rookie has received significant playing time off the bench of late, and if he's sidelined Friday, Davion Mitchell, Bruce Brown and Ja'Kobe Walter are candidates for a bump in minutes.
Jan 30, 2025
Dealing with illness
Shead is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Bulls due to an illness, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
Shead is in danger of missing his first game since Dec. 26 due to an illness. With Immanuel Quickley (hip) also questionable, Toronto could be left with Davion Mitchell as the team's only true point guard against Chicago.
Jan 22, 2025
Scores six points
Shead supplied six points (2-5 FG, 2-3 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist and one steal over 22 minutes during Tuesday's 109-93 victory over the Magic.
ANALYSIS
This was Shead's largest workload of the month, but he's not making much noise in fantasy formats just yet. Through 10 January outings, Shead produced averages of 6.6 points, 3.4 assists, 0.7 steals and 1.2 three-pointers in 17.1 minutes.
Jan 10, 2025
Season-high 15 points
Shead closed with 15 points (6-7 FG, 3-3 3Pt) and three assists across 15 minutes during Thursday's 132-126 loss to the Cavaliers.
ANALYSIS
Shead set season highs in made three-pointers and points during Thursday's loss to the Cavaliers, who were playing on the second night of a back-to-back set. Even with Toronto's preferred starting five completely healthy for the first time this season, Shead continues to play double-digit minutes off the bench, though his production has been limited. Over his last seven appearances, Shead has averaged 5.9 points, 4.7 assists and 0.9 steals in 18.7 minutes per game.
Dec 29, 2024
Will play Sunday
Shead (knee) is available for Sunday's game against the Hawks, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
Shead will return from a two-game absence due to a right knee contusion. The rookie has carved out a fairly significant role this season, and in his last five outings, he has averaged 6.2 points, 4.6 assists, 2.4 rebounds and 1.0 steals across 19.4 minutes per game.
Dec 28, 2024
Questionable for Sunday
Shead (knee) is considered Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca for Sunday's game versus the Hawks,
ANALYSIS
Shead is in danger of missing his third consecutive game due to a bruised right knee. More clarity on the rookie's status for Sunday figures to come during pregame warmups. He is primarily a depth option in Toronto's backcourt when healthy.
Dec 26, 2024
Sidelined Thursday
Shead (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Memphis, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
Shead will miss his second consecutive outing due to a right knee contusion, and his next chance to play will come Monday against Atlanta. With the rookie joining Immanuel Quickley (elbow) on the sideline, Davion Mitchell and A.J. Lawson could see an uptick in playing time.
Dec 25, 2024
Questionable for Thursday
Shead (knee) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against Memphis.
ANALYSIS
Shead is at risk of missing his second consecutive game due to a right knee contusion. The rookie had ramped up to a season-high 33 minutes Dec. 22 versus Houston, and he's settling in as a consistent part of Toronto's backcourt with Immanuel Quickley (elbow) yet to play this season.
Dec 23, 2024
Late scratch Monday
Shead has been ruled out for Monday's game due to a right knee contusion, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
Shead was a late scratch due to the knee injury, his next chance to suit up will come Thursday against Memphis. With the rookie sidelined, Davion Mitchell and Ja'Kobe Walter should pick up the slack in the backcourt off the bench.
Dec 23, 2024
Double-double off bench Sunday
Shead closed Sunday's 114-110 loss to the Rockets with 11 points (5-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt), six rebounds, 10 assists, one block and two steals across 33 minutes off the bench.
ANALYSIS
With RJ Barrett (illness) out and Bruce Brown (knee) not quite ready to make his season debut, Shead saw a career-high workload and turned it into his first career double-double. The second-round rookie is working his way into a regular part of the Raptors' rotation, recording at least one steal and one made three-pointer in four straight games while averaging 7.8 points, 5.3 assists, 2.8 boards, 1.3 steals and 1.3 threes in 21.3 minutes a contest over that stretch. Even when Brown joins the lineup, there may still be a spot in the backcourt for Shead.
Dec 17, 2024
Solid numbers off bench Monday
Shead finished Monday's 122-121 loss to the Bulls with 10 points (4-4 FG, 2-2 3Pt), four rebounds, six assists and one steal across 12 minutes.
ANALYSIS
Shead made the most of his minutes off the bench. The rookie was perfect from the field and also made his presence both as a playmaker and rebounder while logging just 12 minutes. The Raptors will probably rely on RJ Barrett to run the offense going forward, but Shead could get a bigger role since the team is missing both Immanuel Quickley (elbow) and Scottie Barnes (ankle) due to injuries.
Dec 16, 2024
Recalled to parent club
Toronto recalled Shead from the G League's Raptors 905 on Monday.
ANALYSIS
Shead has played an average of 12.0 minutes over his last three NBA appearances, so he's likely to get more reps with the 905 in the near future.
Dec 14, 2024
Assigned to G League
The Raptors assigned Shead to the G League's Raptors 905 on Friday.
ANALYSIS
Shead tallied five points (2-5 FG, 1-1 3Pt), one assist and one steal in 14 minutes during Toronto's most recent outing before being assigned to the G League. However, the rookie guard has been a consistent member of the NBA club's rotation, so he will likely only be with the Raptors 905 for a short period.
Dec 9, 2024
Returns to parent club
The Raptors recalled Shead from the G League's Raptors 905 on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Shead has been a fringe rotation player at the NBA level with an average of 14.1 minutes across 23 appearances. He'll be back with the Raptors for Monday's game against the Knicks, but he won't be guaranteed to get any minutes while the contest is competitive.
Dec 8, 2024
Headed to G League on Sunday
Shead was assigned to the G League's Raptors 905 on Sunday, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
Shead scored just eight points over his last four outings and was a healthy DNP for Saturday's 125-118 loss to the Mavericks. He'll get more playing time in the G League, and across two games with Raptors 905 he's averaged 8.5 points, 12.5 assists and 1.5 rebounds over 23.9 minutes per game.
Dec 6, 2024
Recalled to NBA on Thursday
Shead was recalled to the NBA for Thursday's 129-92 loss to Oklahoma City, during which he accumulated zero points (0-4 FG, 0-4 3Pt), two assists and one rebound across 12 minutes.
ANALYSIS
Shead appeared in the Raptors' G League affiliate's 134-92 win over the Greensboro Swarm, in which he posted six points (2-8 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 12 assists and two rebounds across 21 minutes. Then, the rookie appeared in the Raptors' loss Friday evening, though he was unproductive in limited playing time. In his last five NBA outings, Shead averaged 3.2 points and 1.8 assists over 9.6 minutes per game.
Dec 4, 2024
Muted role continues
Shead closed Tuesday's 122-111 win over Indiana with six points (2-2 FG, 2-2 3Pt) and one rebound in 10 minutes.
ANALYSIS
Shead saw just 10 minutes in the win, another in a string of underwhelming performances. After scoring double-digits in the first two games of the season, Shead has since failed to score more than eight points in any contest. At this point, the only chance Shead has to play meaningful minutes is if the Raptors opt to change course and lean into their youth.
Nov 23, 2024
Returns to NBA
The Raptors recalled Shead from the G League's Raptors 905 on Friday.
ANALYSIS
Shead recorded 11 points (5-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt), 13 assists, two rebounds, two steals and a block in 27 minutes during his G League season debut Friday against the Long Island Nets. Shead will now return to the NBA, where he should continue to operate as one of Toronto's primary bench options in the backcourt.
Nov 18, 2024
Checks back in
Shead (wrist) has returned to Monday's game against Indiana, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
Shead's stay in the locker room didn't last long, as he was spotted on the bench with tape on his wrist at the end of the third quarter before checking in for the start of the fourth. It'll be worth keeping an eye on the team's injury report following Monday's game to see if his wrist issue lingers.
Nov 18, 2024
Heads to locker room
Shead was spotted walking to the locker room after suffering an apparent wrist injury during Monday's game against the Pacers, Vivek Jacob of the Raptors' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Shead went to the locker room with a few minutes remaining in the third quarter, and the severity of the injury has yet to be determined. He went down hard after falling on a contest at the rim. The Raptors would likely lean heavily on Davion Mitchell the rest of the way if Shead can't return considering the team's next option at point guard, D.J. Carton (ankle), is also out.
Oct 31, 2024
Dishes out career-high nine assists
Shead logged seven points (2-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-3 FT), two rebounds, nine assists and one steal over 20 minutes during Wednesday's 138-133 loss to the Hornets.
ANALYSIS
Shead has seen increased playing time to start the season with Immanuel Quickley (pelvis) sidelined. The 22-year-old guard led Toronto in assists while coughing up just one turnover. Shead is averaging 8.2 points, 5.6 assists and 1.2 rebounds in 20.2 minutes across five appearances to begin the 2024-25 campaign.
Oct 31, 2024
Dishes out career-high nine assists
Shead had seven points (2-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-3 FT), two rebounds, nine assists and one steal across 20 minutes during Wednesday's 138-133 loss to the Hornets.
ANALYSIS
Shead has seen increased playing time to start the season with Immanuel Quickley (pelvis) sidelined. The 22-year-old guard led Toronto in assists while coughing up just one turnover. Shead is averaging 8.2 points, 5.6 assists and 1.2 rebounds in 20.2 minutes across five appearances to begin the 2024-25 campaign.
Oct 26, 2024
Turns ball over seven times
Shead recorded 11 points (4-11 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five assists and two rebounds across 25 minutes in Friday's 115-107 win over the 76ers. He also turned the ball over seven times.
ANALYSIS
With Immanuel Quickley (pelvis) and rookie first-round pick Ja'Kobe Walter (shoulder) sitting out Friday, Davion Mitchell took his spot in the starting five, but Shead ended up seeing more playing time of the two guards despite coming off the bench. Shead provided some decent counting statistics during his time on the floor, but the seven turnovers made his output much less valuable in points leagues and nine-category leagues. Despite the sloppy outing, the rookie second-round pick should continue to hold down a rotation spot while the Raptors are short on capable ball handlers with Quickley and Walter sidelined.
Oct 24, 2024
Solid debut off bench
Shead totaled 10 points (3-7 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), one rebound, four assists, one block and one steal across 19 minutes during Wednesday's 136-106 loss to the Cavaliers.
ANALYSIS
Shead turned a few heads with his play during the preseason, and he managed to show that in the regular season as well with a strong debut in his first taste of competitive action at the NBA level. Shead is not expected to play a meaningful role off the bench for Toronto, but he could be in line to see more minutes than initially expected if Immanuel Quickley is forced to miss time after sustaining a right pelvic contusion in Wednesday's season opener.
Oct 18, 2024
Cleared to play
Shead (hamstring) is available for Friday's preseason finale against the Nets, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
ANALYSIS
The rookie appears to have avoided a significant injury after leaving Tuesday's preseason game against the Celtics due to left hamstring tightness. After a productive preseason, he'll have one more shot to prove himself before the regular season starts.
Oct 15, 2024
Won't return Tuesday
Shead left Tuesday's preseason game against the Celtics due to left hamstring tightness and will not return, Aaron Rose of SI.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The rookie has looked solid thus far in the preseason, and he has made a case to carve out a role off the bench behind Immanuel Quickley (thumb) and Davion Mitchell. Shead will not return Tuesday, though the club is likely just being precautious with the 22-year-old ahead of the regular season. His next chance to suit up will come Friday against the Nets.
Oct 14, 2024
Another productive performance
Shead recorded 14 points (4-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT), five assists and a steal across 19 minutes off the bench in Sunday's 115-111 preseason loss to the Celtics.
ANALYSIS
Shead has been using the preseason as an opportunity to carve out a depth role at point guard behind Quickley (thumb) and Davion Mitchell, and there's no question he's taking advantage of every minute he has on the court. Shead is a player worth targeting in deep dynasty formats, but he's not expected to have a steady role in the rotation once the regular season begins for Toronto against the Cavaliers on Oct. 23, so his upside in standard formats will be close to minimal.
Oct 6, 2024
Three steals vs. Washington
Shead tallied 10 points (4-6 FG, 2-2 FT), four assists and three steals over 17 minutes during Sunday's 125-98 preseason win over the Wizards.
ANALYSIS
Shead saw extended playing time off the bench as Immanuel Quickley (thumb) and Ja'Kobe Walter (shoulder) both sat out for Sunday's game. Shead was one of five Toronto reserves to score in double digits, and he was responsible for three of the Raptors' eight steals. Shead will use the preseason as an opportunity to carve out a depth role at point guard behind Quickley and Davion Mitchell.
Jun 27, 2024
Heading to Toronto
Shead was selected by the Raptors with the No. 45 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft.
ANALYSIS
Shead played four collegiate seasons at Houston and was especially solid as a playmaker during the 2023-24 campaign, averaging 12.9 points, 6.3 assists and 3.7 rebounds in 31.1 minutes per game. The 6-foot guard can also contribute on the defensive side of the ball but isn't particularly reliable from beyond the arc. If he can develop his shot a bit more at the professional level, Shead could be a decent backup point guard.
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