Thomas Bryant Injury News & Updates

Bryant notched six points (3-6 FG, 0-2 3Pt), two rebounds and one steal in 12 minutes during Monday's 135-119 victory over the Pacers.

Bryant is buried in the depth chart behind the likes of Jarrett Allen (finger) and Evan Mobley, but with Allen slated to miss at least a week due to injury, Bryant may see meaningful minutes on the court temporarily. Mobley will slide to the center spot, but Bryant should continue to back him up until Allen is available to return.

Bryant ended with four points (2-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 0-1 FT), seven rebounds and one block across 13 minutes during Wednesday's 130-116 win over the Heat.

With Donovan Mitchell (rest), Evan Mobley (rest), Darius Garland (toe) and Jaylon Tyson (concussion) out, Bryant saw his most meaningful playing time of the season. He contributed mainly on the boards, and his value remains limited when the starters are at full strength.

Bryant dropped four points (2-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt) and two assists across seven minutes in Monday's 116-95 victory over the Pistons.

Bryant likely only saw playing time Monday due to the nature of the game, reaching blowout status at the end of the second half. The Indiana product was able to make his season debut as a result, but he will likely only see the floor in the future due to injury or game script.

Bryant scored zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt) in three minutes during Tuesday's preseason win over Detroit.

Bryant signed a one-year deal with the Cavaliers during the offseason, providing the team with some depth at the center position. However, the addition of Larry Nance as another center option could see Bryant spending the majority of his time on the bench. Expect to see him in street clothes or, at best, cheering on from the sideline most nights.

Bryant agreed to a one-year deal with the Cavaliers on Tuesday, ESPN's Shams Charania reports.

Cleveland was in desperate need of some additional depth at center, so it was inevitable that the team would add someone ahead of training camp. Bryant, who will be entering his ninth NBA season, made 56 regular-season appearances for the Pacers in 2024-25 with averages of 6.9 points, 3.9 rebounds, 0.9 assists and 0.6 blocks in 15.1 minutes per contest.

Bryant amassed zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt) in one minute during Sunday's 103-91 loss to Oklahoma City in Game 7 of the NBA Finals.

Bryant saw limited action in Indiana's season-ending loss Sunday, as his playing time diminished late in the series. The center appeared in 66 regular-season games between Miami and Indiana, making eight starts and averaging 6.5 points and 3.8 rebounds in 14.6 minutes per game.

Bryant won't start Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.

With Myles Turner (knee) sidelined, Bryant made his eighth start of the season Friday and posted 10 points and four blocks in 20 minutes. It's unclear if Turner will play his usual minutes, so Bryant could still see an increased role Sunday even though he's coming off the bench.

Bryant is in the Pacers' starting lineup against the Magic on Friday.

Bryant will make his eighth start of the season (and third since the beginning of March) due to the absence of Myles Turner (knee). Bryant has averaged 5.4 points and 2.9 rebounds over 11.3 minutes per game over his last 10 outings.

Bryant is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Hornets.

Not much of a surprise here, as Bryant will return to his regular bench role with Myles Turner (illness) in the first unit. Bryant is averaging 5.5 points, 3.1 rebounds and 0.5 blocks per game in 15 appearances off the bench since the beginning of March.

Bryant supplied seven points (3-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt), seven rebounds, one assist and one block in 22 minutes during Monday's 111-109 victory over the Kings.

Bryant got the starting nod Monday due to the absence of Myles Turner (illness), contributing offensively and on the boards while hauling in a team-high-tying rebound total in a balanced showing. Bryant has hauled in seven or more rebounds in 10 outings this season, paring that with seven or more points in eight of those appearances.

Bryant will start Monday's game against the Kings.

The veteran big man will get a chance in the first unit due to the absence of Myles Turner (illness). Over six games as a starter this season, Bryant has averaged 13.5 points, 8.2 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 0.8 steals and 0.7 blocks in 28.1 minutes.

Bryant ended with two points (0-2 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and one block over 12 minutes during Saturday's 108-103 win over the Nets.

Bryant played limited minutes again Saturday, continuing to struggle whenever Myles Turner is healthy. Although he has both hands on the backup job, Bryant's inability to consistently impact the game has resulted in him playing limited minutes, even for a backup. Over the past 17 games, he is averaging just 6.1 points and 3.6 rebounds in 14.7 minutes per game.

Bryant is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Mavericks, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Myles Turner is back from a one-game absence with a hip injury Wednesday, expectedly pushing Bryant to the second unit. Bryant has averaged 6.3 points, 3.5 rebounds, 0.5 assists, 0.5 blocks and 0.4 steals in 13.9 minutes across 13 games off the bench following the All-Star break.

Bryant will be in the starting lineup for Monday's game against Minnesota, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Bryant will have some streaming appeal in fantasy leagues amid the absence of Myles Turner (hip) on Monday. Across five outings as a starter this year, Bryant has averaged 14.2 points, 8.4 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 0.8 steals in 27.2 minutes.

Bryant had seven points (3-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt), two rebounds and one block across 16 minutes during Sunday's 127-112 victory over the Bulls.

The veteran big man continues to operate as a strict reserve for the Pacers while starting center Myles Turner is healthy. Through his last six outings, Bryant has averaged 7.0 points, 3.3 rebounds, 0.7 assists, 0.5 steals and 0.3 blocks in 13.9 minutes while shooting 53.1 percent from the field. As long as Turner and the rest of Indiana's frontcourt stays healthy, Bryant won't carry nearly as much streaming appeal in fantasy leagues.

Bryant won't start in Thursday's game against Memphis, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Myles Turner will return to the starting five on Thursday, pushing Bryant back to the bench. The big man started in three of the club's last six outings, and in that six-game span, Bryant averaged 11.0 points, 7.8 rebounds and 3.3 assists across 25.2 minutes per contest.

Bryant put forth nine points (4-7 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 11 rebounds and five assists over 27 minutes in Wednesday's 134-130 overtime win over Washington.

With Jarace Walker (back) out, Bryant continued to see an expanded role in the starting lineup Wednesday and led all Pacers players in rebounds while finishing one point short of a double-double. Bryant set new season high in boards and assists, his second outing of the year in double figures in rebounds. He has recorded at least nine points and eight boards in four straight contests.

Bryant racked up 18 points (8-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), nine rebounds, four assists and one block across 32 minutes during Tuesday's 128-115 loss to the Knicks.

It was a productive outing by Bryant, who continues to start at center for the Pacers while Myles Turner sits on the shelf with a neck injury. Through four games in Indiana's starting lineup this year, Bryant has been serviceable with averages of 15.5 points, 7.8 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.5 blocks in 27.2 minutes while shooting 54.0 percent from the field. With Turner already ruled out for Wednesday's contest against Washington, Bryant will remain a solid streaming choice in fantasy leagues.

Bryant closed Saturday's 124-117 loss to the Lakers with 13 points (6-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt), eight rebounds and four assists in 23 minutes.

Myles Turner (neck) missed his first game after getting injured Thursday, but Bryant didn't see a significant increase in his workload despite getting the start -- Obi Toppin played 22 minutes off the bench as the duo split the minutes in the paint. Bryant did lead the Pacers in rebounds on the afternoon, while the four assists tied his season high -- a mark he set in Indiana's last game, after Turner exited the court early in the first quarter. If Turner continues to be held out, Bryant should see a small bump in his numbers, but starter-level minutes and production will likely elude him.

Bryant is in the Pacers' starting lineup against the Lakers on Saturday, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Bryant will make his third start of the year Saturday due to the absence of Myles Turner (neck). With Turner out and Bryant starting, Obi Toppin and Enrique Freeman could see some playing time at center when the Pacers go with a small-ball lineup. Bryant finished Thursday's 119-112 win over the Clippers with 12 points, 10 rebounds, four assists and one block over 28 minutes.

Bryant registered 12 points (4-10 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists and one block across 28 minutes off the bench during Thursday's 119-112 victory over the Clippers.

The double-double was Bryant's first of the season, as the 27-year-old center took advantage of an opportunity for a bigger role after Myles Turner (concussion) headed to the locker room after playing only six minutes. Obi Toppin also wound up seeing 28 minutes off the bench Thursday, and both players could be handed larger workloads if Turner misses additional time.

Bryant is coming off the bench in Tuesday's game against the Trail Blazers, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Following Monday's spot start against Utah, Bryant will retreat to Indiana's bench in the return of Myles Turner (ankle) on Tuesday. Bryant has averaged 6.3 points, 3.5 rebounds, 0.9 assists and 0.9 threes in 13.4 minutes while shooting 43.6 percent from deep over 20 appearances from the Pacers' second unit in 2024-25.

Bryant is in the Pacers' starting lineup against the Jazz on Monday.

Bryant will make his second start of the 2024-25 campaign Monday due to the absence of Myles Turner (ankle). Bryant has averaged 9.0 points, 3.2 rebounds and 1.2 assists over 15.6 minutes per game over his last five outings.

Bryant is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Warriors.

After scoring a season-high 22 points during his spot start in Wednesday's win over the Bulls, Bryant is expectedly heading back to the second unit in Myles Turner's (illness) return to the Pacers. Bryant's short-term fantasy appeal appears to have subsided for the time being, as he's averaged just 5.1 points, 3.2 rebounds, 0.8 assists and 0.7 threes in 11.5 minutes over 11 games off Indiana's bench this season.

Bryant logged 22 points (), eight boards, two steals and an assist across 28 minutes of play in Wednesday's win over the Bulls.

With Myles Turner (illness) sidelined, Bryant got his first start of the season. He delivered in a huge way, dropping a season high in points and collecting his second-highest rebound total of the season. Head coach Rick Carlisle and Bryant's teammates clearly had a lot of trust in him to step up, given the fact that he took more shots than franchise cornerstone Tyrese Haliburton and rotation mainstays Andrew Nembhard and Bennedict Mathurin. Wednesday's strong showing could lead to more opportunity for Bryant even once Turner returns to the lineup, although it remains to be seen whether he'll be able to remain relevant from a fantasy perspective.

Bryant will start Wednesday's game against the Bulls, Tony East of WTHR Channel 13 Indianapolis reports.

Bryant is slated to make his first appearance as a starter in 2024-25, joining the first unit in place of the injured Myles Turner at center Wednesday. The veteran big man has averaged 6.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 0.8 threes in 12.7 minutes across his last six contests, but Bryant should experience an uptick in playing time against Chicago, putting him in the streaming mix in fantasy leagues.

Bryant ended Tuesday's 120-112 loss to the Bucks with three points (1-1 FG, 1-1 FT) and two rebounds across five minutes.

Bryan saw just five minutes, the fewest he has played since joining Indiana. Despite being the only backup center option, the Pacers opted to run with a number of small-ball lineups, limiting Bryant's opportunities. While he should remain a part of the rotation, it is clear he is not being prioritized at this point.

Bryant accumulated 12 points (5-7 FG, 2-4 3Pt), seven rebounds, one block and one steal across 19 minutes during Friday's 142-105 loss to Boston.

Bryant took on the backup center role in the absence of small-ball five Obi Toppin (ankle), providing decent production in the form of a season-high 12 points in just 19 minutes off the bench Friday. Bryant has now made six appearances since latching on with Indiana, averaging a mere 4.8 points, 3.5 rebounds, 0.5 assists, 0.5 steal, 0.5 blocks and 0.5 three-pointers in 11.3 minutes for the Pacers in 2024-25. Even with Toppin's status uncertain for Sunday's rematch with the Celtics, Bryant still doesn't appear likely to handle enough minutes to make a significant impact for fantasy managers in the vast majority of leagues.

Bryant (recently traded) is available for Sunday's game against the Pelicans, Tony East of SI.com reports.

After falling out of Miami's regular rotation, Bryant was shipped to Indiana and has a clear path to consistent playing time. With Isaiah Jackson (Achilles) and James Wiseman (Achilles) out for the season, Bryant will compete with undersized centers Obi Toppin and Enrique Freeman for minutes behind Myles Turner.

The Heat are trading Bryant to the Pacers in exchange for a future second-round pick swap, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Thomas has been an inconsistent part of Miami's rotation with Kevin Love and Kel'el Ware also competing for backup center minutes. With Isaiah Jackson (Achilles) and James Wiseman (Achilles) both out for the year, Bryant should have a clearer path to playing time in Indiana.

Bryant notched eight points (2-6 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds and two blocks in nine minutes during Wednesday's 134-93 win over the Lakers.

Bryant dusted himself off and moved into the rotation, albeit during the final minutes of a 40-point blowout. After starting the season as the backup behind Bam Adebayo, Bryant has since struggled to be an every-night part of the rotation. At this point, it would take an injury to Adebayo for Bryant to even come close to being a noteworthy asset.

Bryant chipped in two points (1-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and five rebounds across 12 minutes during Monday's 111-110 loss to the Kings.

Bryant scored a season-low two points while tying his lowest mark in playing time Monday. The 27-year-old has served as the primary backup to Bam Adebayo with Kevin Love (conditioning) working his way back to game action. However, Bryant should not be considered a viable fantasy option as he will likely have to compete for minutes with both Love and Kel'el Ware as the season progresses.

Bryant logged four points (1-4 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and two rebounds over 13 minutes during Monday's 106-98 win over Detroit.

Bryant continues to play as the primary backup behind Bam Adebayo, playing limited minutes off the bench. He has been a non-factor to this point, offering nothing in the way of tangible production. Kel'el Ware put together a strong Summer League and preseason, which could eventually stand for something when it comes to who should be the backup center option. While the position is currently Bryant's to lose, he is by no means a player managers need to concern themselves with.

Bryant won't start Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Magic.

With most of the Heat's regulars resting during the preseason finale, Bryant drew a spot start. However, aside from Josh Richardson (shoulder), the Heat are healthy heading into the regular season, so Bryant isn't guaranteed playing time on Opening Night.

Bryant is in the starting lineup for Friday's preseason game against the Grizzlies.

The Heat are resting most of their regulars in the preseason finale since the start of the regular season is right around the corner. Bam Adebayo (rest) is among the players who won't feature in this one, so Bryant will start at center over rookie Kel'el Ware.

Bryant and the Heat agreed to a one-year deal Wednesday, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Bryant previously declined his $2.8 million player option, but now he's back with the Heat for the veteran's minimum. He's likely to be an emergency depth option for Miami after averaging 5.7 points and 3.7 rebounds across 38 regular-season appearances in 2023-24.

Bryant declined his $2.8 million player option Saturday, and he will test free agency this offseason, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

Bryant had a down year with the Heat, and if he were to have stayed his role likely would have diminished as the club drafted Kel'el Ware with the No. 15 overall selection in the 2024 draft. The 26-year-old appeared in just 38 games for the Heat, during which he averaged 5.7 points, 3.7 rebounds and 0.6 assists across 11.6 minutes per game.

Bryant closed with 26 points (11-17 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 12 rebounds, one assist, two blocks and two steals over 22 minutes off the bench during Friday's 142-82 victory over the Trail Blazers.

It's the first double-double of the season for Bryant, who also led the Heat in scoring during the biggest win in franchise history. The 22 minutes tied his season high, but the 26-year-old center has seen a larger role of late. With Nikola Jovic picking up a knee bruise Friday, there could be more minutes available for Bryant in the frontcourt in the short term.

Bryant will come off the bench Friday night against the Pelicans.

Bryant will shift back to a bench role now that Bam Adebayo has been cleared to return from his one-game suspension. Bryant is averaging 7.0 points and 3.6 rebounds in his last five appearances off the bench.

Bryant totaled six points (2-5 FG, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds and one block over 15 minutes in Wednesday's 107-104 win over the Cavaliers.

Bryant got the start with Bam Adebayo scratched late due to pain and swelling in his back. Bryant wasn't able to crack 20 minutes of playing time despite getting the start, but the big man was able to reach double-digit rebounds for the first time this season. He'll return to his role on the bench once Adebayo is healthy enough to play.

Bryant will start Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers.

With Bam Adebayo (back) unavailable, Bryant will make his first start since Nov. 25 and his fourth start of the season. Over his last three starts, Bryant has averaged 7.3 points, 3.3 rebounds and 1.3 steals in 19.7 minutes.

Bryant accumulated 11 points (4-9 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 16 minutes during Monday's 98-91 loss to the 76ers.

Even though Bam Adebayo was Miami's best player in this game, Bryant found a way to make his presence felt, particularly on offense. That said, he's not going to see many minutes on a regular basis going forward, meaning his upside will be limited even if he has productive outings such as Monday's.

Bryant has been suspended for three games for his role in a physical altercation during Friday's win over New Orleans.

Bryant and Jose Alvarado each received three-game suspensions for escalating violence Friday after Zion Williamson (foot) was fouled by Kevin Love. Nikola Jovic, Jimmy Butler and Naji Marshall will be suspended for one game, but Bryant's punishment is the stiffest and will sideline him until March 2's game against Utah.

Bryant was ejected from Friday's game versus the Pelicans with 11:19 remaining in the fourth quarter.

Bryant didn't touch the floor for Miami on Friday, but he got into it on the sidelines with Jose Alvarado. Punches were thrown by both players, so a suspension could be on the table. Bryant has been completely out of the rotation since January.

Bryant finished with 12 points (5-7 FG, 2-2 FT), five rebounds and one assist across 17 minutes off bench during Wednesday's 115-106 victory over Orlando.

With Kevin Love (illness) out of action, Bryant saw his biggest workload since Nov. 22 and set a new, if modest, season high in scoring. His role in the Miami frontcourt behind Bam Adebayo limits his fantasy upside, but Bryant could have some appeal as a bargain DFS option Friday against the Hawks if Love remains sidelined.

Bryant will return to the bench for Tuesday's game against the Bucks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Bam Adebayo is back with the starting group after sitting out Saturday's game against the Nets with a hip injury. Bryant wasn't able to make the most of his spot start Saturday, scoring two points with one rebound and one steal in 13 minutes.

Bryant closed with two points (1-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt), one rebound and one steal over 13 minutes during Saturday's 112-97 loss to the Nets.

Bryant got the starting nod Saturday after Bam Adebayo was ruled out with an ongoing hip injury. Despite starting, Bryant was a non-factor, scoring two points in 13 minutes. He remains ahead of Orlando Robinson in the rotation for some reason, a strategy that could change at some point should the coaching staff decide to go with the common sense move.

Bryant is in the starting five for Saturday's game versus the Nets.

Bryant will replace Bam Adebayo (hip) in the starting lineup Saturday. Bryant is averaging 10.0 points, 4.5 rebounds and 1.5 steals in 23.0 minutes across his previous two starts this season.

Bryant will join the first unit for Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Despite receiving a DNP-CD in each of Miami's last three contests, Bryant will step into the starting lineup with Bam Adebayo (hip) and Kevin Love (personal) sidelined. In his only other start this season, Bryand played 22 minutes and logged 10 points, two rebounds and two steals.

Coach Erik Spoelstra said Bryant will play in place of Kevin Love (personal) during Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Kevin Love hasn't started since Oct. 30, so Bryant isn't expected to slide into the starting lineup, but the latter should be able to crack the rotation. After playing double-digit minutes in eight straight games to start the year, averaging 6.0 points and 4.5 rebounds in 14.8 minutes during that stretch, Bryant has totaled just eight minutes over Miami's last six games.

Bryant will come off the bench for Wednesday's game against Brooklyn, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Bryant drew the starting nod in place of Bam Adebayo during Miami's last contest. With Adebayo now healthy, Bryant will return to a reserve role.

Bryant provided 10 points (4-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and two steals across 22 minutes during Monday's 122-114 loss to the Bucks.

Bryant struggled as a starter and was outplayed by Orlando Robinson, the team's third-string center who ended with 11 points, seven rebounds and seven assists across 26 minutes. This was Bryant's best game of the season thus far, but it's still not enough to make him valuable in fantasy, especially since Bam Adebayo (hip) is being listed as a game-time decision for Wednesday's matchup against the Nets.

Bryant is starting Monday night's game against Milwaukee, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Bryant will draw his first start of the season while Bam Adebayo recovers from a hip contusion. Bryant has seen limited action in his first three contests of the 2023-24 campaign, averaging 5.0 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.7 assists in 13.7 minutes per game.

Bryant will start Friday's preseason contest against the Spurs, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

With Miami's usual starters sidelined, Bryant moves into the first five. He'll be joined by Dru Smith, Duncan Robinson, Jamal Cain and Haywood Highsmith, and they all figure to play extended minutes for the shorthanded Heat.

Bryant produced 15 points (4-7 FG, 0-1 3PT, 7-7 FT), eight rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block in 19 minutes during Tuesday's 113-109 preseason win over Charlotte.

Bryant is hoping to open the season as the primary backup behind Bam Adebayo and he certainly made a strong case Tuesday evening. His next chance to impress the coaching staff will be Thursday against the Spurs.

Bryant has agreed on a two-year, $5.4 million deal with the Heat, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Bryant averaged 12.1 points and 6.8 rebounds across 21.4 minutes in 41 games with the Lakers last season before getting dealt to Denver prior to the trade deadline. He saw his role decreased there, as he averaged just 4.6 points and 3.3 rebounds across 11.4 minutes in 18 games. The 26-year-old center will now look to get things back on track in Miami, where he will compete with Kevin Love and Cody Zeller for depth center minutes behind Bam Adebayo.

Bryant closed Sunday's 109-95 victory over Sacramento with 12 points (5-8 FG, 2-3 3Pt), eight rebounds and one block in 21 minutes.

Bryant got back in the rotation Sunday, albeit in a game where the Nuggets were playing for nothing. Despite seemingly coming to Denver seeking more playing time, things have not gone to plan. Given he had not even made it onto the court in the 10 days prior to Sunday, it's hard to see him having any sort of impact come the playoffs.

Bryant ended Thursday's 107-88 loss to the Pelicans with four points (2-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three rebounds and one block across 14 minutes.

With Nikola Jokic (rest/calf) sidelined for the first half of a back-to-back set, Bryant got the start at center but failed to take advantage of the opportunity and ultimately played just 14 minutes. With Jokic expected back Friday, Bryants offers almost zero fantasy value with his new team.

Bryant will start Thursday against the Pelicans, Mike Singer of The Denver Postreports.

Since Nikola Jokic (calf) is out, Bryant will start for the first time since joining the Nuggets and he'll likely see an increase in minutes. With the Lakers earlier this season, Bryant averaged 14.5 points and 8.6 rebounds in 26.6 minutes as a starter.

Bryant provided zero points (0-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt) and one rebound in eight minutes during Tuesday's 125-110 loss to Toronto.

Bryant continues to play limited minutes, currently sitting well outside the top 300 since arriving in Denver. Despite leaving the Lakers due to insufficient playing time, Bryant has fared no better with his new team. While he does have the ability to put up 12-team value when afforded meaningful minutes, that simply isn't going to be happening anytime soon. Clearly, he is well off the fantasy radar at this point, even in deeper formats.

Bryant (ankle) will be available to play Monday against the Raptors.

Bryant will be out there to help backup Nikola Jokic for this one, which could result in a DNP-CD for DeAndre Jordan. As long as Jokic is healthy, it'll be tough for Bryant to get enough minutes to impact fantasy hoops.

Bryant is probable for Monday's matchup against the Raptors with a right ankle sprain and a hip contusion.

It doesn't appear like either injury is too significant, as the backup big man is still expected to suit up versus Toronto. Over his last seven contests, he's posting 5.1 points and 5.0 rebounds in 14.0 minutes per game.

Bryant finished with zero points (0-1 FG) over two minutes during Saturday's 119-105 win over the Hornets.

Bryant stepped on the floor for his new team for the first time Saturday night, although it was for only two minutes during garbage time at the end. Once he gets acclimated, he will likely take over the backup center minutes currently occupied by DeAndre Jordan. However, even when that does happen, those minutes aren't significant enough for Bryant to be considered in standard leagues.

Bryant (trade) is available for Saturday's game against the Hornets but may not play due to a hectic schedule and late arrival, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.

Bryant landed in Charlotte a little after 3 p.m. ET, immediately dropped off his bags at the hotel and took a bus to the arena. While he's technically available to play, coach Michael Malone may choose to let the backup big take a breather and observe from the bench. If that's the case, DeAndre Jordan could end up back in the rotation.

Bryant (trade) will be available for Saturday's game versus the Hornets, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.

Bryant joined the bevy of players on the move before Thursday's trade deadline, and it appears he's ready to make his first appearance in a Nuggets uniform. Unfortunately, the move to Denver also seemingly will cut into Bryant's fantasy production the rest of the way, now that he's aligned behind superstar center Nikola Jokic.

Bryant (trade) is not yet with the Nuggets and is questionable to make his team debut Saturday against the Hornets.

The Nuggets traded Davon Reed and a few second-rounders for Bryant, who figures to be the new backup center behind Nikola Jokic. Bryant showed upside with the Lakers earlier in the year, especially during Anthony Davis' extended absence. Obviously, Bryant's potential behind Jokic is limited, but he'll still be worth rostering in daily formats when the two-time MVP sits out.

Bryant was traded from the Lakers to the Nuggets on Thursday in exchange for Davon Reed and three second-round picks, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

The 25-year-old saw extended run in the starting lineup earlier this year while Anthony Davis was unavailable, but Bryant saw his role decrease in recent games since Davis returned to the court and the Lakers acquired Rui Hachimura from the Wizards. Bryant would have had even more of an uphill battle for playing time after Jarred Vanderbilt was traded from the Jazz to the Lakers on Wednesday, but he'll now operate as the backup center in Denver behind Nikola Jokic. While Jokic tends to stay on the court more than Davis, Bryant should have an opportunity to carve out a fairly consistent role off the bench with the Nuggets.

Bryant is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Knicks, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

The 25-year-old started the past 23 games and averaged 14.7 points and 9.0 rebounds in 26.7 minutes, but he'll move back to the bench with Anthony Davis rejoining the starting lineup. Bryant has averaged 13.3 minutes when coming off the bench this season, so he'll likely have a much more limited role Tuesdya.

Bryant recorded 18 points (7-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-7 FT), nine rebounds and one block in 27 minutes in Monday's 121-104 loss to the Nets.

Discounting his poor free-throw percentage, Bryant delivered his best fantasy line since his eye-popping 31-point, 14-rebound outing Jan. 22 in Portland, but it comes with the caveat that Anthony Davis (foot) was sitting out for injury management purposes in the front end of a back-to-back set. The Lakers may continue to bring Davis off the bench in the likely event that he's cleared to play Tuesday against the Knicks, but Bryant will almost certainly be in store for a reduction in playing time even if he maintains a starting role. In Davis' two appearances last week upon returning from a long-term absence due to the foot injury, Bryant handled 21- and 19-minute workloads.

Bryant closed with three points (1-1 FG, 1-2 FT) and six rebounds in 19 minutes during Saturday's 125-121 overtime loss to the Celtics.

Bryant remained in the starting lineup but played only 19 minutes in the loss. With Anthony Davis ramping up his activity, it is only a matter of time until Bryant is sent back to the bench, bringing to an end his run as a 12-team asset. For anyone still holding Bryant, it is time to move on and begin the search for the next waiver wire gem.

Bryant recorded 15 points (6-11 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and seven rebounds over 29 minutes during Tuesday's 133-115 loss to the Clippers.

LeBron James was the star of the show Tuesday, but Bryant remained consistent as the placeholder for Anthony Davis (foot). The recent acquisition of Rui Hachimura is an interest twist for the interior, but the former Wizard will likely slot behind Bryant in the rotation.

Bryant closed with 31 points (12-15 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 14 rebounds, one assist and one block across 33 minutes during Sunday's 121-112 victory over Portland.

Bryant had one of the best games of his career, and while he had a few underwhelming performances this week, this has been the best month of the season for Bryant by a wide margin. He's scored in double digits in eight of his 11 January appearances and has racked up five double-doubles in that span, putting up 16.2 points and 9.5 rebounds per game this month.

Bryant chipped in eight points (4-7 FG), four rebounds and two assists in 19 minutes during Wednesday's 116-111 loss to the Kings.

Bryant started the new year with four double-doubles across his first five games, but he's fallen off considerably since then. Over his subsequent four contests, the big man is averaging a modest 8.8 points and 5.5 boards while shooting 46.9 percent from the field. Part of the dropoff has to do with a decrease in playing time, as Bryant is averaging just 20.3 minutes in the four-game span compared to the 29.4 minutes he was averaging in his first 13 starts after Anthony Davis went down with a foot injury in mid-December. Bryant has remained in the starting lineup for now, but Wenyen Gabriel is getting more minutes and posting better production of late, averaging 13.0 points, 5.8 boards and 1.8 blocks across 26.8 minutes over Los Angeles' past four games.

Bryant closed with 17 points (6-14 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 10 rebounds and one steal over 28 minutes during Monday's 122-109 loss to Denver.

Bryant led Los Angeles starters in scoring in the loss, finished second overall behind Russell Westbrook, who put up 25 points off the bench. Bryant also paced the team in boards with 10 to notch his sixth double-double over his past eight contests. Though he's offered very little in terms of defensive stats, Bryant has emerged as a valuable fantasy big man with per-game averages of 16.9 points and 10.5 rebounds while starting the past 13 games with Anthony Davis (foot) out of action. However, managers who have reaped the rewards of Bryant's success should be aware that Davis is expected to start ramping up his activity soon and could return to action by the end of the month, which would likely impact Bryant's role significantly.

Bryant logged 29 points (12-14 FG, 5-7 FT), 14 rebounds, one block and one steal across 34 minutes during Saturday's 136-134 win over the Kings.

The Lakers will find a way to keep Bryant involved upon Anthony Davis' (foot) return if he keeps playing at this level. If anything, Bryant's performances have already ignited thought about Davis' future with the team. The Lakers have won five straight games without Davis and have been quite vocal about potential activity at the trade deadline. Bryant is a great streaming option right now, but he has a chance to be the full-time guy if the Lakers make a big move.

Bryant notched 19 points (8-12 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 13 rebounds, one block and one steal over 28 minutes during Friday's 130-114 victory over Atlanta.

Bryant led the Lakers in rebounding in the contest, recording double-digit boards for the third time in his past four games. The big man has also scored at least 18 points in each game during that span, playing a crucial role in Los Angeles' four-game win streak. Bryant is a must-roster player in fantasy at the moment, though his role will inevitably lessen whenever Anthony Davis (foot) is able to return.

Bryant finished with 21 points (9-11 FG, 3-3 FT), nine rebounds, one assist and one block over 28 minutes during Wednesday's 112-109 victory over the Heat.

In his 10th straight start in place of Anthony Davis (foot), Bryant recorded his third game of 20-plus points and fell one rebound short of his sixth double-double. The big man's contributions were especially valuable Wednesday with LeBron James (illness) unable to play. Bryant has shot an impressive 64.4 percent from the field since moving into the starting unit in Davis' stead, and he is averaging 15.5 points, 10.0 boards and 1.5 assists over that stretch.

Bryant had 18 points (9-17 FG, 0-1 3Pt), 15 rebounds, two assists and one steal across 37 minutes during Monday's 121-115 win over the Hornets.

Bryant made his ninth straight start in the absence of Anthony Davis (foot), and he recorded his fifth double-double over that span. Three of those efforts have come in his past four games, a stretch during which he is averaging 17.3 points and 12.5 boards while shooting an ultra-efficient 69.8 percent from the field. Bryant's role on offense has steadily grown (as evidenced by his season-high 17 shot attempts Monday), and he should remain a must-roster player in fantasy for as long as Davis remains out.

Bryant chipped in 11 points (5-6 FG, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds and one block in 23 minutes during Wednesday's 112-98 loss to the Heat.

Bryant has been filling in as a starter for Anthony Davis (foot), and while it would've been unreasonable to think he'd deliver the same stats as Davis, he's been doing a job as the team's starting center. Over his last seven starts, Bryant has scored in double digits five times, has registered three double-doubles, and he's also shot an impressive 61.9 percent from the field.

Bryant provided 21 points (8-10 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and one steal over 31 minutes during Tuesday's 129-110 victory over the Magic.

Bryant notched yet another double-double as a starter, recording his second such outing in the last five games. Bryant has surpassed the double digit scoring mark in nine appearances this year, having hauled in 10 or more boards in four contests.

Bryant (shoulder) is off the injury report for Sunday's Christmas Day showdown against the Mavericks, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Bryant left Friday's loss to Charlotte early due to a shoulder injury, but he'll be fine for Sunday. Since taking over as a starter in Anthony Davis' (foot) absence, Bryant is averaging 14.3 points, 9.5 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 30.0 minutes.

Bryant (shoulder) racked up eight points (3-8 FG, 2-3 3Pt), 13 rebounds and one assist across 33 minutes during Friday's 134-130 loss to Charlotte.

Bryant's stock has risen considerably since Anthony Davis' (foot) injury, and although he's lacked the kind of offense that Davis can generate, Bryant's rebounding totals have been encouraging. Over four starts at center, Bryant has logged double-digit rebounds three times.

Bryant left Friday's game late in the contest with a right shoulder injury, Janis Carr of the San Bernardino Sun reports.

Bryant has been playing great lately, with double-digit points in four straight outings prior to Friday, when he posted eight points and 13 rebounds prior to leaving. We'll see if he can get back for Sunday's contest at Dallas, but if the injury is long term in nature it'd be a big blow to a team that going to be without star center Anthony Davis (foot) for the foreseeable future. Bryant had been seeing his time in a starting role following the Davis injury.

Bryant provided 17 points (6-9 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists and one steal across 28 minutes during Wednesday's 134-120 loss to Sacramento.

Coach Darvin Ham is trying different combinations to offset Anthony Davis' (foot) absence, and Bryant has been a critical piece of the puzzle. Although LeBron James is working magic all over the floor, Bryant has been a frequent presence in the paint during the injury scenario. vver three consecutive starts, Bryant is averaging 16.5 points, 7.5 rebounds and 2.5 assists.

Bryant supplied 16 points (6-12 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), five rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 26 minutes during Monday's 130-104 loss to the Suns.

Bryant led the Laker bench with 16 points and drained a season-high three triples in a blowout loss. He's seen a sizeable uptick in playing time in three straight contests (27.7 minutes), as Los Angeles continues to be without Anthony Davis (foot), and the team took a few more hits as LeBron James (ankle) and Russell Westbrook (foot) were also ruled out prior to tipoff.

Bryant had 16 points (7-13 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 0-1 FT), 10 rebounds and two assists over 33 minutes during Sunday's 119-117 victory over the Wizards.

Bryant got the start with Anthony Davis (foot) sidelined, and the big man responded by posting a double-double against his former team. Bryant has scored 15-plus points in four of his last seven contests, and he's expected to handle a bigger workload -- and a starting role -- as long as Davis is out, meaning his value should experience a considerable uptick for the next few weeks.

Bryant will start Sunday's game against Washington, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

With Anthony Davis (foot) sidelined, Bryant will get first crack at filling the vacancy at center in the starting lineup. Davis is set to miss at least the next month, so Bryant could be worth an add in hopes that he's able to provide value in rebounds, blocks and efficient points. Bryant saw 24 minutes of action Friday against Denver and finished with 21 points, six rebounds, two steals and an assist.

Bryant had 21 points (9-11 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-4 FT), six rebounds, one assist and two steals in 24 minutes during Friday's 126-108 win over Denver.

Although LeBron James assumed the center duties after Anthony Davis (foot) went down with an injury, opportunity opened up for Bryant. The Indiana returns to the Lakers after four injury-riddled seasons with the Wizards, and is firmly entrenched in the second unit as Davis' backup.

Bryant isn't in the starting lineup for Friday's game against Philadelphia, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

Bryant will move back to the bench against the 76ers, with Anthony Davis returning to the starting five. Bryant has scored 19 and 16 points in his last two contests but is unlikely to continue that production with Davis back.

Bryant accumulated 16 points (3-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 10-10 FT), five rebounds, two assists, two blocks and two steals in 32 minutes during Wednesday's 126-113 loss to Toronto.

Bryant was efficient with limited shots in this one, and he scored 10 of his 16 points from the charity stripe. The Indiana product has now scored in double figures in back-to-back contests. Bryant has enjoyed an uptick in playing time of late due to the absence of LeBron James (ankle) and Anthony Davis (illness), so he'll likely see his minutes take a hit when both stars return to full strength.

Bryant is in the starting five for Wednesday's game against the Raptors, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Bryant will move to the starting lineup with Anthony Davis (illness) out. Bryant will make just his second start of the season Wednesday.

Bryant chipped in 19 points (8-12 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds and one assist across 28 minutes off the bench during Tuesday's 116-102 loss to Cleveland.

The 25-year-old center got extra run and saw a season high in minutes due to an early exit for Anthony Davis (illness), and Bryant responded with a season high in points while falling one board shy of his first double-double. With the Lakers back in action Wednesday against the Raptors, Bryant could get the starting nod if Davis remains under the weather.

Bryant will start Saturday's game against the Spurs, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

With Anthony Davis (calf) sidelined, Bryant will make his first start of the season. In his three appearances, he's averaged 10.3 points and 5.7 rebounds in 15.7 minutes.

Bryant ended with 15 points (5-5 FG, 5-8 FT), nine rebounds and one assist in 23 minutes during Sunday's 123-92 win over the Spurs.

Bryant had a perfect shooting night off the bench in Sunday's win. Although Anthony Davis had a huge night, he wasn't needed down the stretch, allowing Bryant to shine in a reserve role. The uptick in production after his season debut Friday is a good indication that Bryant could be an emerging fantasy value with the second unit. He's worth a speculative add in most formats.

Bryant finished with eight points (4-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt), five rebounds and one block in 13 minutes during Friday's 128-121 victory over the Pistons.

Bryant will give the Lakers some size in the frontcourt that has been missing from early in the season. He didn't wait to make an impact in limited run and could see his role expand if he continues to play well and could be worth a stash spot in some of the deeper formats, but he's still being eased back in following a lengthy absence. Bryant has sported top-150 value on a per-36 basis in past seasons, so there's reason for optimism if his minutes increase.

Bryant (thumb) will be active for Friday's game against the Pistons, NBA writer Marc Stein reports.

Bryant logged a full practice Wednesday and was considered probable for the contest and is now entirely off of the injury report. His return to action coincides with Dennis Schroder's debut, meaning we could see the Lakers roster in full force Friday if LeBron James (groin) and Juan Toscano-Anderson (back) play. Bryant figures to share center minutes with Anthony Davis and Wenyen Gabriel.

Lakers coach Darvin Ham said Bryant (thumb) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice and is probable to play in Friday's game versus Detroit, Mike Bresnahan of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

Bryant joins Dennis Schroder as probable to make their season debuts Friday after recovering from thumb surgeries. If Bryant plays against Detroit as expected, he will likely compete for frontcourt rotation minutes with Wenyen Gabriel and Damian Jones.

Teammate Lonnie Walker said after Sunday's win over the Nets that Bryant (thumb) is expected to make his season debut in the Lakers' next game Friday against the Pistons, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

Both Bryant and guard Dennis Schroder have missed the Lakers' first 13 games of the season while recovering from their respective thumb surgeries, but if Walker's comments are accurate, Los Angeles could be back at full strength for the first time all season later this week. Even if Bryant gets the green light to play this week upon being re-evaluated during practices over the next few days, it's not immediately clear if he'll step into a spot in head coach Darvin Ham's rotation. With Anthony Davis having seen the majority of his playing time at center this season, Bryant might only be in store for a limited role off the bench even if he's able to secure the backup job over the likes of Wenyen Gabriel and Damian Jones.

Bryant (thumb) underwent surgery on his sprained left thumb and will be re-evaluated in three weeks, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Bryant is expected to play second-string center behind Damian Jones, though the Lakers' frontcourt is fluid, with Anthony Davis also capable of playing the five. While Bryant recovers, more time could be available for Jones, Wenyen Gabriel and Juan Toscano-Anderson.

Bryant will miss Tuesday's contest against Golden State due to a left thumb sprain, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

The 25-year-old center appeared in all six of the Lakers' preseason contests, but Bryant will be forced to miss the team's opener due to a thumb sprain. The 6-foot-10 center's next chance to return to Los Angeles' lineup comes Thursday against the Clippers.

Bryant supplied 18 points (5-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 8-10 FT), seven rebounds, an assist, a steal and a blocked hot across 26 minutes in Thursday's 114-99 loss to the Timberwolves.

Bryant makes a return to the Lakers after playing in 15 games for the team in his rookie season. In the ensuing four years in Washington, injuries were a consistent issue for Bryant. Aside from his 72-game 2018 season, he only played in 83 games over the next three seasons, with only 27 games played in 2021. If he can stay healthy, he'll be in an upside situation as a backup to Anthony Davis. Davis' work schedule usually involves a few rest days per month, which will give Bryant a few spot starts throughout the year.

Bryant will start Thursday against the Timberwolves.

Bryant saw seven minutes of action in the Lakers' last preseason matchup game. The center recorded two points and three rebounds in those seven minutes. Expect Bryant to see a larger role Thursday starting alongside Max Christie, Scotty Pippen, Austin Reaves, and Wenyen Gabriel.

Bryant agreed to a one-year contract with the Lakers on Tuesday, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reports.

Bryant appeared in only 37 games for Washington over the past two seasons while recovering from a torn ACL, and he'll join Los Angeles for the 2022-23 campaign. According to Haynes, the 24-year-old will have the chance to earn the starting job at center, which would allow Anthony Davis to see more run at power forward. Bryant saw limited run when available for the Wizards last year and averaged only 7.4 points and 4.0 rebounds in 16.3 minutes.

Bryant has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Hornets due to low-back tightness.

Bryant ends the 2021-22 campaign averaging 7.4 points and 4.0 rebounds in 16.3 minutes per game. In his absence, Vernon Carey will likely garner an increased role behind Daniel Gafford.

Bryant finished Saturday's 127-118 loss to the Trail Blazers with nine points (2-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-5 FT), four rebounds, one assist and three blocks across 23 minutes.

Bryant entered Saturday having logged three straight DNPs since the return of Kristaps Porzingis, but with Porzingis taking a day off to rest against Portland, Bryant received the opportunity to get back on the court. He played more minutes than starter Daniel Gafford and was particularly effective as a defender, registering a season-high three blocks. Porzingis is clearly Washington's top option at center, and it's unclear whether Bryant's solid effort Saturday will help him get back into the rotation alongside Gafford.

Bryant (coach's decision) didn't see the floor Sunday in the Wizards' 133-123 win over the Pacers.

Bryant's role had already been on the decline heading into Sunday with head coach Wes Unseld Jr. dropping him from the starting five in favor of Daniel Gafford, but Kristaps Porzingis (knee) getting the green light to make his team debut bumped Bryant out of the rotation entirely. Even though Porzingis will likely face some restrictions for a few more games while he works to regain conditioning following a month-long absence due to a bone bruise, Bryant looks as though he won't be anything more than the third option at center.

Bryant finished with 16 points (6-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds, one assist and one block across 22 minutes during Tuesday's 116-113 victory over Detroit.

Bryant was efficient from the field en route to a season-high 16 points off the bench. The fifth-year center has struggled to find any consistency after being sidelined for the first two-plus months of the season due to the ACL surgery he underwent last year. Bryant is firmly supplated behind Daniel Gafford on the depth chart, and his playing time may take another hit when Kristaps Porzingis (knee) returns, though it's unclear when that may be.

Bryant isn't starting Friday's game against the Spurs.

Although Bryant will be available in spite of his ankle injury, he'll come off the bench during the Wizards' first game after the All-Star break. Daniel Gafford will serve as a starter.

Bryant (ankle) is available for Friday's game against the Spurs.

Bryant will be able to play through his right ankle sprain as the Wizards return to the court following the All-Star break. He's scored in double figures in four of his last five appearances and has averaged 10.6 points and 5.4 rebounds in 20.0 minutes per game during that time.

Bryant is questionable for Friday's game against the Spurs due to a right ankle sprain.

Bryant dealt with a right ankle sprain in early February, but he was able to play through the issue ahead of the All-Star break. If he's sidelined for Friday's matchup, Daniel Gafford and Vernon Carey should see increased run.

Bryant will be limited to 16-18 minutes Thursday against the Nets, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

Thursday marks Bryant's first back-to-back appearance since returning from knee surgery, so he'll have his minutes limited. This season, he's seeing 17.5 minutes per game and averaging 7.8 points and 3.9 rebounds.

Bryant totaled four points (2-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt), seven rebounds, one assist and one block over 24 minutes during Wednesday's 113-108 loss to the Pacers.

Bryant was uninvolved in the offense compared to his typical production level. Averaging 54.8 percent shooting on 6.0 field-goal attempts per game, Bryant didn't approach that volume Wednesday despite logging a season-high 24 minutes. He's in a timeshare with Deni Advija as the Wizards continue playing small-ball. Bryant is a candidate to see his activity ramp up post All-Star break.

Bryant finished with 13 points (6-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt), six rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal in 20 minutes Thursday in the Wizards' 113-112 win over the Nets.

Though Washington traded away Montrezl Harrell earlier Thursday and was without Daniel Gafford (COVID-19 protocols) and the newly acquired Kristaps Porzingis (knee), Bryant didn't see a noticeable spike in playing time. The Wizards have continued to act conservatively with Bryant's minutes total following a recent return from an ACL tear that sidelined him for just over a year, and even if his restriction ends up being lifted at some point, the eventual additions of Porzingis and Gafford to the frontcourt mix will make it tough for the 24-year-old to push for a consistent 30-minute role. Bryant at least made the most of his time on the court Thursday, delivering what was his best all-around fantasy line in his 12 appearances on the season.

Bryant scored five points (2-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt) while adding four rebounds in 17 minutes during Saturday's 95-80 loss to the Suns.

After missing Wednesday's game due to a minor ankle injury, Bryant returned to the starting lineup but saw his usual limited role, while Montrezl Harrell once again out-produced him from the bench. Bryant is struggling in the Wizards' current three-man rotation at center, but if Harrell gets moved at the trade deadline, the 24-year-old could regain some degree of fantasy relevance.

Bryant (ankle) is not listed on the injury report ahead of Saturday's contest against the Suns.

Bryant sustained what coach Wes Unseld described as a "significant" sprained right ankle during Tuesday's loss to the Bucks and was subsequently sidelined for Wednesday's contest against the 76ers. However, he practiced Friday and is expected to return to the rotation Saturday. Due to his ACL surgery last year, the talented big man has only played in nine contests this season and is averaging 7.0 points and 3.1 rebounds in 15.3 minutes.

Coach Wes Unseld said Bryant (ankle) was a full participant during Friday's practice, Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington reports.

Bryant sustained what Unseld described as a "significant" sprained right ankle during Tuesday's loss to the Bucks and was subsequently sidelined for Wednesday's contest against the 76ers. However, he appears to be progressing well and has a shot at playing Saturday against Phoenix. When asked about Bryant's availability, Unseld said, "hopefully, he'll be available." There is expected to be more clarification on his status when the Wizards release their official injury report for Saturday's game.

Bryant (ankle) is out Wednesday against the 76ers.

Bryant sustained a sprained right ankle in Tuesday's game against the Bucks and will be held out for the second half of the back-to-back set. Daniel Gafford and Montrezl Harrell should see additional run Wednesday.

Bryant exited Tuesday's game against the Bucks due to a sprained right ankle, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports. He ended with five points (1-2 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound and one assist in 16 minutes.

The Wizards play again Wednesday, so fantasy managers shouldn't be surprised if Bryant is unavailable against the 76ers. If that's the case, more usage will be available for Daniel Gafford and Montrezl Harrell.

Wizards head coach Wes Unseld Jr. said after Saturday's 115-95 loss to the Grizzlies that Bryant will remain in the starting five for at least a few more games, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports. "I wanted to see T.B. with that starting group," Unseld said. "We're going to give it a handful of games and see how it goes. I think he's still working his way back, but he was a starter last year on a playoff team."

After he was cleared to make his season debut Jan. 12 following an extended recovery from the torn ACL he suffered just over a year earlier, Bryant had been eased back into the mix in a bench role. He was part of a three-man rotation at center in each of his first seven appearances, averaging 7.7 points, 3.3 rebounds and 0.7 assists in 14.6 minutes per contest. Unseld made the decision prior to Saturday's contest to reinsert Bryant as the starter, with Daniel Gafford heading to the bench in a corresponding move and being left out of the rotation entirely. Though Bryant saw some extra run (20 minutes) in his move to the top unit, he didn't make much of a mark in the box score (four points on 2-for-8 shooting from the field, four rebounds, one steal and one block), and he allowed his counterpart at center, Steven Adams, to scoop up five offensive boards in his first stint on the court. Unseld believes Bryant can improve once he has a few more games to shake off the rust, but the 24-year-old will need to deliver

Bryant is starting Saturday's game against the Grizzlies.

Bryant came off the bench in each of his first seven appearances of the season and averaged 7.7 points and 3.3 rebounds in 14.6 minutes per game. He'll take Daniel Gafford's place in the starting lineup Saturday.

Bryant closed with 11 points (4-10 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals over 22 minutes during Sunday's 116-87 loss to the Celtics.

Bryant played in his sixth game of the season after recovering from an ACL tear, logging over 20 minutes for the first time. While the blowout nature of the game was an influencing factor, it is still encouraging to see Bryant's activity ramp up. Even once his workload stabilizes, he's unlikely to carve out a fantasy relevant role in Washington.

Bryant logged 15 points (6-11 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-4 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one block across 16 minutes during Monday's 117-98 victory over the 76ers.

Making his third appearance since returning from a torn ACL, this was easily Bryant's best showing after he totaled just six points, three rebounds, one assist and no blocks or steals through his first two contests (23 total minutes). Bryant was able to take advantage of starting center Daniel Gafford's foul trouble, as both he and Rui Hachimura (16 minutes) ended up seeing more action than Gafford, who picked up four personals in just eight minutes. It's still unclear exactly how the minutes will break down when all three of those big men -- plus Montrezl Harrell -- are fully healthy, but Bryant could eventually make a run at unseating Gafford for the starting spot.

Bryant amassed six points (2-2 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound and one assist across 11 minutes during Wednesday's 112-106 victory over the Magic.

Bryant saw his first game action in over a calendar year and played a minor role off the bench for Washington in his debut. The 24-year-old should continue building up to full strength over the next couple weeks and could push Daniel Gafford for the starting role at center.

Bryant (knee) is not listed on the Wizards' injury report ahead of Wednesday's game against the Magic.

This marks the first time in more than a calendar year that Bryant, who tore his ACL last January, is not listed on the report. As has been expected for a few days, the big man will make his long-awaited return to action Wednesday night after sitting out Tuesday's game against OKC on the front end of a back-to-back. Chances are, Bryant will see limited action off the bench, but once he's back up to speed he could eventually challenge Daniel Gafford for the starting center spot.

Bryant (knee) is on course to make his 2021-22 debut Wednesday night against the Thunder, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

Over the weekend, coach Wes Unseld Jr. implied that Bryant would likely be back within the next week, and it looks like his debut will come on the second half of the Wizards' upcoming back-to-back set, which begins with a matchup against Oklahoma City on Tuesday night. Chances are, Bryant's workload will be limited as he sees his first action since January of 2021, but he could eventually end up sharing time fairly evenly with Daniel Gafford, who's filled the starting center spot vacated by Bryant. Prior to the injury last season, Bryant averaged 15.9 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 0.9 blocks and 1.0 threes in 30.0 minutes per game (nine appearances, all starts).

Wizards head coach Wes Unseld Jr. said he's hopeful Bryant (knee) will be ready to make his season debut at some point during the upcoming week, Ava Wallace of The Washington Post reports.

Bryant remains out for Sunday's contest in Orlando, but the 24-year-old center looks like he could be ready to play at some point during the Wizards' eight-game homestand that begins with a Tuesday/Wednesday back-to-back set with the Thunder and Magic. Bryant will most likely be withheld from the back-to-back set as Washington looks to evaluate him in practice, but a Jan. 15 debut against the Trail Blazers seems more realistic. Bryant, who underwent surgery in early February of last year to repair a torn ACL in his left knee, will presumably face a minutes restriction in his return to the lineup, and he may not recapture the starting role he enjoyed prior to suffering the injury in 2020-21. It's possible Unseld opts for a three-center rotation of Daniel Gafford, Montrezl Harrell and Bryant, which would lower the fantasy value of all three players.

Bryant (knee), according to coach Wes Unseld Jr., is probably one or two weeks away from being available, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

The Wizards have been relatively quiet regarding Bryant's recovery from left knee surgery, but this is a great positive update. He'll presumably be limited once he returns, and he'll be battling Daniel Gafford and Montrezl Harrell for center minutes.

Bryant (knee) cleared the NBA's health and safety protocols, but he remains out due to his recovery from a torn ACL.

Before being placed in the league's COVID-19 health and safety protocols, Bryant returned to practice for the first time since tearing his left ACL last January. It's unclear how his time in protocols impacted his rehab, but when the 6-foot-10 center is able to return, he's expected to compete with Daniel Gafford, Montrezl Harrell, Davis Bertans and Rui Hachimura (personal) for frontcourt minutes.

Bryant (knee) was placed in the league's health and safety protocols Monday, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

Bryant is already sidelined as he works back from a torn ACL, so while this isn't the most encouraging development, it shouldn't necessarily affect his return-to-play timetable. The big man returned to practice prior to Christmas and is in the latter stages of his recovery, so the hope is that he can make his 2021-22 debut sometime in early-to-mid January. At that point, he'll compete with Daniel Gafford, Rui Hachimura (personal), Montrezl Harrell and Davis Bertans, among a few others, for frontcourt minutes.

Bryant (knee) is expected to begin practicing with the Wizards within the next two weeks, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

Bryant is nearing the final stages of his recovery from a torn left ACL, which he suffered in early January of last season. By all accounts, his rehab is progressing as expected, and the hope is that he can be on the practice floor in full capacity before the end of the month. Given the long layoff, Bryant could require several weeks to ramp up before making his 2021-22 debut, which looks like it will likely come sometime in late December or early January. Prior to the injury, Bryant was installed as the Wizards' every-night starting center, but the team has since acquired both Daniel Gafford and Montrezl Harrell, so it remains to be seen whether Bryant will return to that role or be utilized off the bench.

Bryant (knee) is aiming to return to game action "sometime in December," per GM Tommy Sheppard, Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington reports.

The Wizards handed down a similar timetable back in August, so it looks as though Bryant remains on track as he works back from surgery to repair a torn left ACL. The Wizards play 21 games in October and November, so Bryant will probably miss somewhere around 25 games before making his debut. He'll likely require a ramp-up period before returning to a full workload, but once he's back, he figures to provide fantasy managers with value in points, rebounds, blocks, threes and field goal percentage. However, Bryant will have to contend with new arrival Montrezl Harrell, as well as Daniel Gafford and Rui Hachimura, for minutes up front.

Bryant (knee) has progressed to athletic and explosive workouts, freelance NBA reporter Quinton Mayo reports.

Bryant is still slated to miss the start of the 2021-22 season, but he's clearly not too far away from getting back into close-to-full-speed basketball. The video of Bryant's progress shows him making quick lateral bounds and jumping after catching a medicine ball. Montrezl Harrell and Daniel Gafford should see most, if not all, of the center minutes to start the season. However, once Bryant is cleared to play, the rotation will get more complicated.

Bryant (knee) will be out for the start of the 2021-22 campaign, Fred Katz and Shams Charania of The Athletic report.

Bryant tore his ACL in mid-January and underwent surgery in early February. He'll need some more time to recover before taking the court, and he won't be available to start the season in mid-October. As a result, Daniel Gafford and Montrezl Harrell should see plenty of action to begin the year. Once Bryant returns, he could slot in as the starter. He showed nice flashes last season and averaged 14.3 points, 6.1 rebounds and 1.5 assists per game while shooting 64.8 percent from the field and 42.9 percent from three.

Bryant is scheduled to undergo surgery Tuesday in New York to repair the torn ACL in his left knee, freelance NBA reporter Quinton Mayo reports.

Bryant tore his knee during the Wizards' Jan. 9 loss to the Heat, but he waited more than three weeks to have the procedure, presumably while waiting for inflammation to subside. Assuming the 23-year-old's surgery goes off without a hitch, he should have a shot at making it back in action for the start of the 2021-22 season. As for the rest of the current campaign, the Wizards are expected to rely on Robin Lopez and Moritz Wagner as their primary centers.

Bryant is out for the rest of the season after suffering a torn ACL to his left knee, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Bryant had to be helped to the locker room during Saturday's game against the Heat after suffering a left knee injury and it turned out that he suffered a torn ACL. The 23-year-old center was off to a good start to the season, averaging 14.3 points, 6.1 rebounds and 1.5 assists per contest. Robin Lopez and Moritz Wagner will see increased roles with Bryant done for the season.

Bryant (knee) will get X-rays and an MRI, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

There seems to be fear that Bryant suffered a serious injury during the first quarter of Saturday's game against the Heat. If Bryant misses extended time, look for Robin Lopez and Moritz Wagner to see expanded roles.

Bryant was helped to the locker room after suffering an apparent leg injury during Saturday's game against the Heat, Zach Rosen of the Wizards' official site reports.

The injury didn't appear minor, as Bryant was clearly in a lot of pain and spent time down on the court. It would be surprising if he returned to Saturday's contest.

Bryant recorded 21 points (9-12 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 14 rebounds, two assists and one steal in a win at Brooklyn on Sunday.

Bryant has scored five field goals during each of Washington's seven games this season. He had not logged 10 rebounds in the first six matchups but currently owns a serviceable 6.7 RPG. Considering his tertiary scoring role (behind Bradley Beal and Russell Westbrook) and rebounding average, it appears he will be an adequate fantasy option when healthy.

Bryant recorded 18 points (7-7 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 3-4 FT), seven rebounds and two assists across 22 minutes in Friday's win over the Timberwolves.

Bryant only needed 22 minutes to leave his mark in this game, as he didn't miss a single shot while reaching his sixth straight double-digit scoring output. Bryant has been one of the most effective shooters in the league when it comes to field goal percentage of late, as he has missed just five shots over his last three contests -- he has hit 81.4 percent of his field-goal attempts (22-27 FG) during that three-game stretch. That kind of efficiency, as his established role as one of Washington's top scoring threats behind Russell Westbrook and Bradley Beal, should make him a valuable player across most formats.

Bryant scored 28 points (10-11 FG, 3-3 3PT, 5-7 FT) to go along with three rebounds, one steal and three blocks across 34 minutes in Thursday's loss to the Bulls.

Bryant hardly missed from the field to rack up his highest point total of the season. He added to his efficiency by drilling three three-point shots, his second time doing so this season. That was an area that Bryant added to his game between the shut down in March and the beginning of the bubble in Orlando, as he had averaged only 0.6 three-point field goals prior to the bubble compared to 1.9 thereafter. Bryant also chipped in a trio of blocks, and has at least one rejection in each of his past three contests.

Bryant scored 19 points (8-11 FG, 3-5 3Pt) and grabbed five rebounds in Saturday's loss to the Magic.

Bryant brought down only five rebounds and failed to swat any shots, but he was much more efficient in comparison to Wednesday's season-opening loss during which he made only five of 13 shots. Three of his makes Saturday were from beyond the arc, tied for the most by any player in the contest. Bryant will look to build upon the solid performance in Sunday's rematch against Orlando in the second game of a back-to-back set.

Bryant recorded 10 points (5-13 FG, 0-3 3PT, 0-1 FT) and five rebounds in 26 minutes in the 107-113 loss to Philadelphia on Wednesday.

Bryant was underwhelming in the loss Wednesday. The center continued the ongoing shooting theme for the Wizards. He went under 50 percent from the floor and only posted five rebounds. Bryant will need to elevate his game quickly as he will be relied on to carry the bulk of the center minutes this season. Playing with the playmakers he has, the expectations will be high.

Bryant posted 22 points (7-12 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 5-5 FT), seven rebounds, an assist and a steal over 25 minutes in Saturday's 99-96 preseason win over the Pistons.

Bryant posted a career-best season in 2019-20, averaging 13.2 points and 7.2 rebounds per contest. He's not likely to score 22 points on a regular basis during the regular season, but the expectations should be higher for him now that he will get the chance to play on the pick-and-roll with Russell Westbrook. Having Westbrook and Bradley Beal as playmakers should be enough to expect a slight uptick in his numbers.

Bryant recorded 11 points (2-7 FG, 1-3 3PT, 6-6 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and one steal in the 97-86 loss to Detroit on Thursday.

Bryant was very underwhelming on the floor in his debut Thursday. The center is not typically known for his excellent shooting, but went perfect from the line. He also led co-led the team in rebounds and this will be a big make or break season for the big man.

Bryant (hip) is starting Sunday's preseason game against the Nets, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

The 23-year-old was considered questionable after picking up the hip injury at practice Friday, but it's apparently a minor concern. Bryant averaged 13.2 points, 7.2 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.1 blocks in 24.9 minutes last season, though he may not reach that workload in the exhibition opener.

Bryant's status for Sunday's preseason opener against the Nets is up in the air due to a hip issue, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

Bryant banged his hip at Friday's practice and apparently sat out Saturday as a result. With several key players already expected to sit out, it would be surprising to see the big man get the green light if he is still experiencing any soreness. He coming off a 2020-21 season where he produced career highs across the board to the tune of 13.2 points, 7.2 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 0.5 steals, 1.1 blocks and 0.8 triples across 24.9 minutes per game.

Bryant recorded 26 points (10-15 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 4-6 FT), nine rebounds, four steals, two assists and two blocks in 32 minutes during Thursday's 96-90 win over the Celtics.

Bryant ended his season on a high note, posting one of his best performances and scoring over a quarter of Washington's points. While his season was marred by injury, Bryant was productive when given starter's minutes. Prior to Thursday's contest, Bryant averaged 18.1 points, 9.7 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.4 blocks in the 14 performances he saw 30-plus minutes.

Bryant finished with 13 points (5-9 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), eight boards, one assist, and one block in 26 minutes of a 126-113 loss to Milwaukee on Tuesday.

Bryant finished in double figures for the sixth time in seven games since the NBA restarted its season. He's been a productive player for the struggling Wizards averaging 8.9 boards per game in the bubble. With his team eliminated from the playoffs, Bryant's season will conclude against Boston on Thursday.

Bryant posted 19 points (8-17 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 10 rebounds, four blocks, two steals and one assist across 30 minutes during Wednesday's 107-98 loss to the 76ers.

Bryant was able to put together efficient offense, rebound well and rack up defensive stats against one of the best centers in the league in Joel Embiid, which is certainly an accomplishment even in a loss. It's the first time in Bryant's career that he's posted those numbers. The performance was also his third straight double-double.

Bryant totaled 20 points (9-12 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 0-0 FT), 11 rebounds, one assist and three blocks in 29 minutes during Monday's 111-100 loss to Indiana.

Bryant has come out of the layoff firing as he notched consecutive games of at least 20 points for just the second time all season and first since November. The effort also gave the 23-year-old his first back-to-back double-doubles since the campaign's opening two games. He'll try to make it three straight Wednesday against Philadelphia.

Bryant contributed 30 points (12-20 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 13 rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal in 37 minutes during Sunday's 118-110 loss to the Nets.

Bryant was absolutely superb on both ends, pouring in a season high scoring total while contributing across every category. His ability to torch opposing defenses from in close and beyond the arc has made him the team's go-to offensive option during the restart. Bryant will try to build on this performance heading into Monday's matchup versus the Pacers.

Bryant tallied 10 points (4-12 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and two steals in 34 minutes during Friday's 125-112 loss to the Suns.

Bryant managed just 10 points in the loss with the real story being the fact he played a whopping 34 minutes. After battling injury this season, there was certainly an element of doubt when assessing hit outlook for this resumption period. However, if he is going be on the floor at least 30 minutes per night, his value significantly increases across all formats.

Bryant ended with just four points (2-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt), two rebounds and one assist in eight minutes during Wednesday's 89-82 scrimmage loss to the Nuggets.

Bryant was slated to play eight minutes Wednesday and that is exactly how things eventuated. The promising young center had what can only be described as a disrupted season, failing to reach any great heights. Given the uncertainty around his exact role, Bryant is going to be tough to draft with any confidence if you are part of a resumption league.

Bryant (coach's decision) is available for Wednesday's scrimmage against the Nuggets but likely won't play more than eight minutes, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

Bryant practiced for the first time Friday and it was unclear if he would be available for the Wizards' first scrimmage. He'll be available in a limited capacity, but with Ian Mahinmi (groin) out, plenty of center minutes should still go to Mo Wagner.

Thomas may not play in Wednesday's scrimmage, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

According to coach Scott Brooks, the team is "still working through" whether Bryant will play since he arrived late to Orlando and has been working on his conditioning. If Bryant misses Washington's first scrimmage, that would likely mean more minutes for the likes of Mo Wagner, Ian Mahinmi and Anzejs Pasecniks.

Bryant (illness) practiced in the bubble for the first time Friday, Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN.com reports.

Bryant arrived in Orlando on Wednesday and completed his quarantine period ahead of Friday's practice. He figures to be the Wizards' starting center when play resumes, and he shared that he's feeling 100 percent recovered from his foot injury. Washington's first contest is July 31 against the Suns.

Coach Scott Brooks said Thursday that he expects Bryant (illness) to practice soon, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

Brooks also noted that Bryant, who arrived in the Orlando bubble Wednesday, is "behind" and that the team will be "very cautious" with him. As he recovers from COVID-19, Bryant will be required to complete the NBA's full quarantine protocol before retaking the practice court with his teammates.

Bryant (illness) arrived to the Orlando bubble Wednesday.

Bryant will have to go through a quarantine period before formally joining his teammates. Aside from his COVID-19 recovery, Bryant recently shared that he's fully recovered from the stress fracture in his foot that caused him to miss 20 games from Dec. 3 through Jan. 10 and limited his minutes afterward. During the Wizards' upcoming eight seeding games, he could see a fuller complement of minutes. Prior to the injury, Bryant averaged 13.9 points on 10.2 shots, 8.5 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.0 blocks in 28.3 minutes. Washington's first game is July 31 against Phoenix.

Bryant tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday and did not travel with the Wizards to Orlando, Ava Wallace of The Washington Post reports.

Bryant will now need to self-quarantine for at least 14 days and test negative twice before returning to participate in the resumed season. On the plus side, the center recently announced that he's fully recovered from the stress fracture in his foot that caused him to miss 20 games from Dec. 3 through Jan. 10 and limited his minutes afterward.

Bryant says that the stress fracture in his foot is "100 percent healed" and he's doing everything on the court, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

Bryant missed 20 games from Dec. 3 through Jan. 10 while dealing with the injury, and he saw just 19.4 minutes per game afterward. However, it seems like he may be able to ramp back up to a bigger workload. Prior to the injury, Bryant averaged 13.9 points on 10.2 shots, 8.5 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.0 blocks in 28.3 minutes.

Bryant contributed 14 points (5-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and one steal in 24 minutes during Tuesday's 122-115 win over the Knicks.

Bryant delivered his eighth double-double through 38 appearances this season. He managed 14 across 72 games in 2018-19, and there's still a chance he equals or surpasses that total before 2019-20 comes to a close. Nevertheless, he has been on a minutes limit of late, so until that's lifted fantasy owners likely can't expect fantasy-friendly numbers on a nightly basis.

Bryant had two points (1-2 FG) and three rebounds in 16 minutes during Sunday's 100-89 loss to the Heat.

Bryant was in the starting lineup Sunday but you could be forgiven for not even realizing he was active at all. Since returning from a long-term foot injury, Bryant has been a non-factor across most fantasy formats. The Wizards have no incentive to push him and they are currently getting excellent production out of Davis Bertans. At this point, Bryant can be dropped in all competitive leagues.

Bryant will remain on a minutes limit Sunday against Miami, Fred Katz of The Athletic report.s

The Wizards haven't specified how many minutes Bryant is actually cleared to play, but he's been limited to under 20 minutes in six of seven games since returning from his latest injury. He did, however, see 24 minutes in Friday's win over Atlanta, so it's possible his restriction has been extended a bit.

Bryant had 10 points (2-5 FG, 1-2 3PT, 5-6) and seven rebounds in Friday's win over the Hawks.

Bryant made his return after sitting out the previous game to rest, and he played 24 minutes -- his most since Feb. 3. The Wizards have been hesitant to play the big man for extended minutes since the All-Star break. In that span (seven games), Bryant is averaging just 17.3 minutes per contest.

Bryant (foot) is starting Friday's game against the Hawks, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

After a one-game absence due to foot soreness, Bryant will be back in the starting five. Across his past seven starts, he's averaging 10.0 points, 4.0 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 18.4 minutes.

Bryant will be held out of Wednesday's game against Portland, Jamie Goldberg of The Oregonian reports.

Bryant is listed on the Wizards' injury report with an "injury management" designation, so it appears the team will give him the night off on the second half of a back-to-back set. Bryant had started the previous two games, so Mo Wagner or Ian Mahinmi will likely fill in at center Wednesday.

Bryant posted 12 points (5-6 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds, two blocks and one steal in 15 minutes during Sunday's 124-110 win at Golden State.

Bryant started for the first time since Jan. 28, but that move didn't translate into an uptick of his playing time since he failed to top the 20-minute mark for the fifth straight game. Bryant's upside won't experience a considerable uptick unless he can start seeing more minutes on a nightly basis.

Bryant will start Sunday's game against Golden State, Candace Buckner of the Washington Post reports.

The Wizards have mostly used Bryant off the bench since he returned from a lengthy injury absence in mid-January, but he'll finally move back into the lineup in place of Ian Mahinmi at center. For fantasy owners still rostering Bryant, the hope is that the move will be permanent, but at this point it's unclear if that'll be the case. Bryant has averaged just 15.8 minutes per game off the bench over his last four contests.

Bryant notched 16 points (7-10 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 0-2 FT), three assists and two rebounds in 18 minutes off the bench during Friday's 129-119 loss at Utah.

Bryant hasn't started a game since Jan. 28 but that didn't stop him to produce his second-best scoring output of this month. Bryant has struggled to stay healthy during February, however, and he has already missed five of the Wizards' 11 games this month. He is averaging 10.7 points while shooting 68.4 percent from the field in only 19.5 minutes per game in six February contests, and all signs suggest these numbers could improve if he receives a boost in his playing time moving forward.

Bryant (foot) totaled eight points (3-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and seven rebounds in 15 minutes during Wednesday's 110-106 win over the Nets.

Bryant returned to the rotation following a one-game absence to rest his nagging foot, which cost him months earlier in the season and continues to plague him of late. At this point it's tough to trust Bryant in most formats, though he may be worth holding onto in case his condition improves heading into the final stretch.

Bryant (foot) will be available to play in Wednesday's contest against the Nets, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

Bryant has missed five of the past seven games while dealing with a lingering foot injury, but the center will be active for the first time since Sunday's loss to Chicago. The former Indiana standout is currently averaging 12.4 points and 7.3 rebounds in 31 appearances for the Wizards this season.

Bryant will be held out of Monday's game against Milwaukee in order to rest his right foot.

Bryant will get the night off in order to rest the foot that's bothered him throughout the year. Since returning from his most recent four-game absence, Bryant's seen just 15 minutes per game in support of Ian Mahinmi. Moritz Wagner should get the bulk of those minutes against the Bucks.

Bryant (foot) came off the bench and contributed eight points (4-7 FG, 0-2 FT), five rebounds and two blocks across 16 minutes Friday in the Wizards' 113-108 loss to the Cavaliers.

The Wizards unsurprisingly chose to ease Bryant back in following a four-game absence due to a sore right foot, the same one in which he battled a stress reaction earlier this season. Given Washington's status as a non-contender along with the recurring problems that foot injuries can provide for big men, Bryant could be a candidate to have his playing time managed carefully the rest of the way. If he can gradually reclaim a regular 25-minute role, however, Bryant should be able to produce well enough across the board to provide value in 10- or 12-team leagues. For now, Bryant is probably worth holding in most leagues in order to see what his minutes look like over the next few games, but he's not an automatic activation.

Bryant (foot) will play Friday against Boston.

Bryant missed the last four games due to a sore foot and had been listed as questionable for Friday's contest. He averaged 16.8 points and 8.8 rebounds in 27.3 minutes in his last four games prior to suffering the injury.

Bryant (foot) is questionable for Friday's game against the Cavaliers, Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington reports.

Bryant missed the final four games leading into the All-Star break due to a sore right foot, but it sounds like he could take the court Friday after returning to practice at the beginning of the week. Look for his status to clear up closer to tip-off.

Bryant was able to take part in parts of Monday's practice, Candace Buckner of The Washington Post reports.

While Bryant appears to be making progress in his recovery from a sore right foot, coach Scott Brooks stated that the team will hold off on a final decision on his availability for Friday's tilt with Cleveland until later in the week. The 22-year-old center's addition to the lineup would be significant for the Wizards, as Byrant's averaging 12.9 points, 7.4 rebounds and 2.2 assists in 25.5 minutes per game on the season.

Bryant's (foot) re-evaluation Monday went "great", and coach Scott Brooks is hopeful that Bryant can return to the court during the first game after the All-Star break, which is Friday against the Cavaliers, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

Right foot soreness sidelined Bryant for the four games leading up to the break. His return would be a welcome one, as the Wizards are four wins out of the eighth seed and could make a late run for the postseason if the Magic begin to slip. In 29 appearances this season, Bryant has averaged 12.9 points, 7.4 rebounds and 2.2 assists in 25.5 minutes.

Bryant (foot) suffered a setback with his sore right foot and is expected to miss "the next few games."

The Wizards haven't provided a timetable, but with the All-Star break approaching, it wouldn't be a surprise if Bryant's injury ends up keeping him sidelined for the next four games. The Indiana product missed significant time earlier in the season with a stress reaction in his right foot, but he made his return on Jan. 12 and appeared in each of the Wizards' last 11 games. Expect Mo Wagner, Ian Mahinmi, and Rui Hachimura to handle most of the minutes at center without Bryant.

Bryant contributed 11 points (3-3 FG, 5-6 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and two blocks in 29 minutes Monday in the Warriors' 125-117 loss to the Warriors.

Coach Scott Brooks said prior to the contest that Bryant would remain under an unspecified minutes restriction, but the big man still ended up seeing a rather robust level of playing time. Bryant's workload was a particularly encouraging development in light of the returns of fellow frontcourt players Rui Hachimura (groin) and Moritz Wanger (ankle), who played 26 and 12 minutes, respectively. Both of those players should see their minutes pushed up a bit in the games to come, but any increase is most likely to come at the expense of Ian Mahinmi, who started ahead of Bryant at center but played only nine minutes.

Bryant will remain on a minutes limit Monday against the Warriors, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

It's now been 10 games since Bryant returned from injury, but the Wizards continue to hold him to a soft minutes limit. The big man has started five of those 10 games, but he'll come off the bench for the third straight game Monday, while Ian Mahinmi remains the starter. Over the last three games, Bryant has played 32, 23 and 25 minutes, respectively, so it's been difficult to gauge exactly what the workload limitation entails night-to-night.

Bryant turned in 21 points (9-11 FG, 3-4 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and one block in 23 minutes during Thursday's 121-107 win over the Hornets.

Bryant has been impressive during the last two bouts, providing quality stat lines despite fluctuating roles. The Wizards seem likely to continue exercising caution with Bryant given his recent lengthy absence with a stress fracture in his right foot. Nevertheless, he has proven capable of filling it up regardless of whether he's starting or coming off the bench and remains a solid option at the center position.

Bryant will come off the bench Thursday against the Hornets, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

Bryant played 32 minutes in Tuesday's loss to the Bucks -- the most he's seen in a game since returning from an extended absence earlier in the month -- so the Wizards will bring him off the bench Thursday as they look to monitor his workload. Gary Payton is starting in place of Bryant in this one.

Bryant put up 18 points (7-11 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 10 rebounds, six assists, a steal and a blocked shot across 32 minutes in Tuesday's 151-131 loss to the Bucks.

Bryant logged 32 minutes on the court, which is his highest total since returning from a foot injury. He took advantage of the opportunity, recording his first double-double since late November. Although Davis Bertans has returned from injury as well, the continued absences of Rui Hachimura and Moritz Wagner should give Bryant all the minutes he can handle.

Bryant had 11 points (4-6 FG, 1-2 3PT, 2-2 FT) and five rebounds in 18 minutes during Sunday's 152-133 loss at Atlanta.

Bryant was one of the Wizards' best players in the first month of the season, but he only returned to action earlier this month and has experienced a considerable decrease in his minutes -- he is only averaging 16.7 points per game in seven games during January. He has posted 7.9 points per game during that stretch and he seems to be trending in the wrong direction over the last few weeks.

Bryant is in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Cavs.

Bryant has only started two of five games since returning from injury, but he'll be back in the lineup Thursday after coming off the bench in each of the last two contests. Thus far, the Wizards have limited Bryant's workload, as he's topped 20 minutes just once since returning.

Bryant had 13 points (6-9 FG, 1-1 3PT) and six rebounds in Monday's win over Detroit.

The Wizards opted to move Bryant back to the bench after he started the last two games, but he actually saw an increase in playing time. Bryant played 22 minutes -- up from 12 and 16, respectively, over his last two games (both starts). In addition to the 13 points and six boards, Bryant chipped in one assist and one block, though he did commit five turnovers.

Bryant will come off the bench for Monday's game against the Pistons, Rod Beard of The Detroit News reports.

Bryant will return to the bench after two consecutive starts. He remains on a minutes limit and has averaged just 5.3 points and 2.3 rebounds in 14.3 minutes per game since returning from an extended absence due to a stress reaction. Until he's relieved of the minutes restriction, Bryant's best avoided in DFS formats.

Bryant will start Wednesday's game against Chicago, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

Despite the fact that he's playing under a 16-to-18 minute restriction, Bryant will snag the start alongside Ian Mahinmi Wednesday. He totaled eight points, three rebounds and one assist Sunday against Utah, his first game back from an extended absence due to a foot injury.

Bryant will have a minutes restriction for Wednesday's contest against Chicago, Mike McGraw of the Chicago Daily Herald reports.

Bryant is working his way back from a foot injury that kept him sidelined for 20 straight games. The former Indiana Hoosier returned to the floor Sunday against Utah and posted eight points in 15 minutes of action. It's reported that Bryant will roughly see something similar, namely 16 to 18 minutes in Wednesday's matchup.

Bryant totaled eight points (4-6 FG), three rebounds and one assist in 15 minutes during Sunday's 127-116 loss to the Jazz.

Bryant returned to the lineup following a six-week absence with a stress reaction in his right foot and saw limited minutes as expected. It's unclear how long it will take for Bryant to reclaim his spot as the starting center, so if possible fantasy owners may want to consider other options in the short-term.

Bryant (foot) will be available off the bench for Sunday's game against the Jazz, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

Since Bryant has been sidelined for the past six weeks with a stress reaction in his right foot, he'll be eased back into action with a limited role on the second unit, according to coach Scott Brooks. Since Brooks wasn't willing to put a number on Bryant's minutes count, the 22-year-old probably won't be worth activating just yet in most season-long leagues or using in DFS contests. Bryant will likely need at least a few games to get his conditioning in order and work his way back to a full minutes load as Washington's starting center, but his multi-category upside makes him worth holding in every format until he's restriction-free.

Bryant (foot) is questionable for Sunday's tilt with Utah, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

Bryant appears to be nearing a return from a 20-game absence due to right foot inflammation. That said, he shouldn't be labeled a sure bet to play as his final availability will likely come down to how he responds to pre-game warmups.

Bryant (foot) is listed as out for Friday's game against the Hawks.

Late last week, Bryant indicated that he hoped to be back in the mix within the next seven days, but it looks as though he'll miss at least one more contest. The big man hasn't been in the lineup since Dec. 1 due to a right foot injury.