News: Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur was not much of a factor during Friday's contest against the Rockets. Arthur, who had missed the previous two games with a back injury, finished with two points in the 82-78 win. He also added two rebounds, one block and a steal to his stat line, while logging 10 minutes off the bench.
Analysis: While Arthur has had his moments this season, his overall production has minimal to say the least. The 25-year-old has scored in double figures in just two of his last 16 games and is averaging 4.4 points and 2.0 rebounds over that span. Fantasy owners should continue to ignore Arthur in all formats whether he is healthy or not.
News: The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports that Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur went through shootaround Friday and is considered probable for Friday's game at Houston. Arthur has missed the past two games with a back injury.
Analysis: It appears like Arthur will return against the Rockets, but he has minimal Fantasy value even when healthy. We would avoid Arthur is most formats going forward.
News: Memphis forward Darrell Arthur (back) was ruled out for Tuesday's contest against the Bobcats. Arthur, who has now missed two straight games due to back injury, remains listed as day to day, according to the team's official website.
Analysis: While Arthur has had his moments this season, his overall production has minimal to say the least. The 25-year-old has scored in double figures in just two of his last 15 games and is averaging 4.6 points and 2.0 rebounds over that span. Fantasy owners should continue to ignore Arthur in all formats whether he is healthy or not.
News: Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur was ruled out for Sunday's tilt against the Kings due to a back injury. Arthur, who was forced to miss nine games during the month of March due to a sore neck and back, is being listed as day to day, according to the team's official website.
Analysis: While Arthur has had his moments this season, his overall production has minimal to say the least. The 25-year-old has scored in double figures in just two of his last 15 games and is averaging 4.6 points and 2.0 rebounds over that span. Fantasy owners should continue to ignore Arthur in all formats whether he is healthy or not.
News: Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur was not much of a factor during Friday's contest against the Hornets. Arthur, who had missed the past nine games due to neck and back issues, failed to score in the 90-83 defeat. He missed on all three of his field-goal attempts and added just one steal and one rebound to his stat line, while logging 11 minutes off the bench.
Analysis: Arthur looked rusty in his first game back Friday night, but that is too be expected. However, the soon to be 25-year-old wasn't much of a factor prior to his nine-game absence as he entered his latest tilt averaging just 6.4 points and 3.0 rebounds on the year. At this point in the season, Arthur doesn't have much Fantasy value, even when healthy.
News: The Memphis Commercial-Appeal reports that Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur will return for Friday's game at New Orleans. Arthur has been out with back and neck soreness.
Analysis: Fantasy owners should keep an eye on Arthur to make sure he's able to play, but even when healthy and active he has minimal Fantasy value in the majority of leagues.
News: Memphis forward Darrell Arthur missed another game Wednesday against the Thunder, reports the Memphis Commercial Appeal. Arthur continues to miss time due to back and neck soreness. He's missed the last nine games. He had spasms again on Wednesday morning and coach Lionel Hollins ruled him out.
Analysis: Make it nine straight missed contests for Arthur, who had little Fantasy value to begin with. Until he returns to the court he should be avoided in all Fantasy formats.
News: Memphis power forward Darrell Arthur was able to practice in full on Tuesday, reports the team. Arthur, who has been missing time due to neck and back issues, is considered day to day.
Analysis: Arthur has missed eight straight games for Memphis but hopes to play on Wednesday against the Thunder. Merely a reserve forward for coach Lionel Hollins, Arthur generally sees limited minutes. He has low-end Fantasy value.
News: Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur was ruled out for Monday's contest against the Timberwolves as he continues to be plagued by back and neck injuries. According to the Memphis Commercial Appeal, Arthur will be reevaluated following Tuesday's practice session. He has now missed eight straight games with his ailments.
Analysis: Athur is merely a reserve forward in coach Lionel Hollins' rotation, who usually only sees around 10-15 minutes most nights. With season averages of 6.4 points and 3.0 rebounds, owners should continue to ignore the 24-year-old in the majority of formats, even when he is healthy.
News: Grizzlies power forward Darrell Arthur missed his seventh straight game Saturday against the Jazz, as he continues to deal with neck and back injuries. Arthur is day to day but the team has yet to give a timetable for his possible return.
Analysis: Arthur only has marginal Fantasy value as the third big man in the team's rotation. The 24-year-old was a marginal contributor, averaging just 6.4 points and 3.0 rebounds before getting hurt. He merely has low-end Fantasy value, when healthy.
News: Grizzlies power forward Darrell Arthur missed his fifth straight game on Friday against the Nuggets, as he continues to deal with neck and back injuries. Arthur is day to day but the team also hasn't given a timetable for his return.
Analysis: Arthur only has marginal Fantasy value as the third big man in the team's rotation. The 24-year-old was a marginal contributor, averaging just 6.4 points and 3.0 rebounds before getting hurt. He merely has low-end Fantasy value, when healthy.
News: Grizzlies power forward Darrell Arthur, who is dealing with neck and back injuries, missed his fifth straight game on Wednesday night against the Clippers. Arthur is day to day but the team also hasn't given a timetable for his return.
Analysis: Arthur only has marginal Fantasy value. The 24-year-old was a marginal contributor, averaging just 6.4 points and 3.0 rebounds before getting hurt. He merely has low-end Fantasy value, when healthy.
News: Grizzlies power forward Darrell Arthur, who missed practice Monday, was held out of Tuesday's contest against the Trail Blazers as he continues to deal with neck and back injuries. Arthur has been held out of the last four games and does not appear to have a timetable for his return.
Analysis: Arthur suffered the injuries during last Sunday's game at Orlando and has not returned since then. The setback has cost him an opportunity for additional playing time as starting power forward Zach Randolph. Now that Randolph is back in the starting lineup, Arthur only has marginal Fantasy value. The 24-year-old was a marginal contributor, averaging just 6.4 points and 3.0 rebounds before getting hurt. He merely has low-end Fantasy value, when healthy.
News: Grizzlies power forward Darrell Arthur was held out again Saturday night against the Hornets as he continued to deal with neck and back injuries. Arthur has missed the last three games and does not appear to have a timetable for his return.
Analysis: Arthur suffered the injuries during last Sunday's game at Orlando and has not returned since then. The setback has cost him an opportunity for additional playing time as starting power forward Zach Randolph has also missed games because of his own injury. We'll continue to keep an eye on his progress moving forward. Arthur was a marginal contributor, averaging just 6.4 points and 3.0 rebounds before getting hurt. He merely has low-end Fantasy value moving forward.
News: Grizzlies power forward Darrell Arthur was out again on Saturday against the Hornets. It was the third straight game he missed due to neck and back soreness.
Analysis: Arthur suffered the injuries during last Sunday's game at Orlando and has not returned since then. The setback has cost him an opportunity for additional playing time as starting power forward Zach Randolph has also missed time because of his own injury. Arthur hasn't produced a double-digit performance since Jan. 23 and currently holds minimal Fantasy value while he's sidelined.
News: Memphis forward Darrell Arthur was ruled out for Friday's game at Cleveland because of lingering neck and back issues, according to the team's sideline reporter. Arthur also missed last Wednesday's game with the injuries and there is no set timetable for his return.
Analysis: Arthur suffered the injuries during last Sunday's game at Orlando and has not returned since then. The setback has cost him an opportunity for additional playing time as starting power forward Zach Randolph has also missed games because of his own injury. Arthur hasn't produced a double-digit performance since Jan. 23 and currently holds minimal Fantasy value while he's sidelined.
News: Memphis power forward Darrell Arthur was unable to play Wednesday against the Trail Blazers due to back and neck injuries caused by taking a hard fall in Sunday’s game. He was ruled out Tuesday, after being unable to practice.
Analysis: Arthur was hoping to get the start in Zach Randolph’s expected absence, but his own injury issues have proven costly. Arthur is averaging just 4.8 points per game over the last 10, but could have been in line to put up better numbers without Randolph for a few days. For now, Arthur should be left alone in most Fantasy formats until he gets healthy.
News: Memphis power forward Darrell Arthur is considered a game-time decision for Wednesday's game against Portland, reports the Memphis Commercial Appeal on Monday. Arthur is dealing with issues with his neck and back after taking a hard fall during Sunday's game. He did avoid a concussion and would start against the Blazers if Zach Randolph, also hurting, cannot.
Analysis: Arthur is a better bet to play Wednesday than Randolph, and that means his Fantasy value could see a slight boost for Week 19 (March 4-10). Still, he brings value too low for usage in anything but deeper formats, when healthy. Arthur is averaging 6.4 points, 3.0 rebounds and less than a block per game on the year over 17 minutes.
News: Memphis power forward Darrell Arthur saw limited minutes on Wednesday during a game at Toronto. Arthur played just 13 minutes in the game as he scored eight points. He went 4 of 7 from the field and added three rebounds and an assist.
Analysis: Arthur played just 16 minutes in the first game following the All-Star break at Detroit as he scored eight points and grabbed one rebound in that contest. Clearly, Memphis doesn't figure to get Arthur a large number of minutes, though the forward has certainly attempted plenty of shots thus far in the second half of the season. Unless his minutes rise, Arthur will have low-end Fantasy value.
News: Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur notched four points and three rebounds during Memphis' 105-88 rout of Minnesota on Sunday night. Arthur made just 2 of his 6 attempts from the field as he was held to less than five points for the fourth game in a row. He also added a steal and committed two fouls during 17 minutes of playing time off the bench.
Analysis: Normally strong with his accuracy, Arthur is in the midst of one of his coldest stretches of the season as he is shooting just 32.0 percent during the first five games of February. He has not surpassed eight points in any of those outings and posted two games with a field-goal percentage under 20.0. His rebounding totals remain too unreliable, as well and he should not be viewed as a key option in most Fantasy formats for now.
News: Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur endured another mediocre shooting performance as he continued to struggle from the floor during Tuesday's contest against the Suns. Arthur could not buy a bucket as he went 1 of 10 shooting from the field and 2 of 2 from the charity stripe. He finished with just four points and seven rebounds while logging 25 minutes of game action in a 96-90 defeat.
Analysis: After exploding for 20 points Jan. 23 vs. the Lakers, Arthur has cooled off and has converted just 37.5 percent of his shots while averaging 6.8 points and 4.2 rebounds over his last six games. The Grizzlies are expecting to count on Arthur, along with Ed Davis and Austin Daye off the bench moving forward. At this point, Fantasy owners should view him as merely a low-end option in deeper formats.
News: Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur endured a rough shooting night as he was held to single-digit scoring for the fourth consecutive game Thursday night against the Thunder. Arthur went 4 of 10 shooting from the field, including 1 of 3 from downtown as he finished with nine points and four rebounds in a 106-89 defeat. He also chipped in with a block and a steal while logging 24 minutes of game action.
Analysis: The Grizzlies were short-handed Thursday night after dealing Rudy Gay to the Raptors the night before. Memphis also shipped Marreese Speights and Wayne Ellington now to Cleveland, so Arthur has been counted on to help pick up the slack off the bench lately. He has averaged 9.8 points and 5.4 rebounds over his last five games. That said, the Grizzlies are expected to have Ed Davis and Tayshaun Prince at some point before the end of Week 14 ( Jan. 28-Feb. 3), which could hurt his Fantasy value. We'll continue to monitor his role moving forward. For now, he is just a low-end Fantasy option in deeper formats.
News: Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur turned in his best offensive game of the season during Wednesday's contest against the Lakers. Arthur finished with a season-high 20 points in the 106-93 win on 9 of 15 shooting from the field. He made both of free throws and also added nine rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal to his stat line, while logging 28 minutes of game action.
Analysis: With Marreese Speights and Wayne Ellington now off to Cleveland, Arthur will be counted on to help pick up the slack on the second unit and he showed a brief glimpse of what he can do Wednesday night. The 24-year-old has not been a much of a factor during his first three seasons in the league, but his new role with the team will likely change that. Fantasy owners should keep an eye on Arthur's minutes and production over the next few weeks. If he continues to put up numbers similar to his latest effort, Arthur would be a very nice addition to most owners' rosters.
News: After being held to just two points his last time out, Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur got back on track as he turned in a decent performance but was still held to single-digit scoring during Friday's contest against the Kings. Arthur scored seven points and grabbed seven boards off the bench in a 85-69 victory. He went 3 of 7 shooting from the field and 1 of 2 from the free throw line. He also chipped in with three blocked shots and a steal while logging 25 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Arthur averaged just 13.7 minutes per game in the first month of the season and is starting to see more playing time off the bench. With his playing time increased, the 24-year-old has stepped his scoring up from his seasonal average and is scoring 8.3 points per game in January. At this point, he has been inconsistent for Fantasy owners to trust. He has marginal Fantasy appeal for now.
News: Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur gave his team a spark off the bench during Friday's contest against the Spurs. Arthur scored 14 points on 6 of 9 shooting from the field and grabbed five rebounds in a 10198 overtime victory. He also knocked down both of his free throw attempts and chipped with three assists and two steals while logging 23 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Arthur tied a season high with 23 minutes Friday night as he came up with some big plays down the stretch for the Grizzlies. In fact, he has logged 23 minutes three times already this season, including twice in the last five games. He is also averaging 8.6 points on 61.3 percent shooting from the field and 3.8 rebounds over his last five games. Still, he is way too inconsistent for Fantasy owners to trust at this point and should not be owned in most leagues.
News: Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur was fairly productive during Memphis' win over the Kings Monday night. Arthur finished with five points and six rebounds in the 113-81 win on 2 of 4 shooting from the field. He missed his lone attempt from downtown and is averaging 7.4 points and 4.0 rebounds over his last five games.
Analysis: Arthur continues to see around 15-20 minutes off the bench most nights, but has struggled with his consistency. He has scored in double figures in just two of his last 11 games and with season averages of 6.0 points and 2.4 rebounds, he should not be owned in most leagues at this point in the year.
News: Memphis power forward Darrell Arthur has played 18 minutes in back-to-back contests for the Grizzlies. Arthur went 3 for 6 from the field Monday in a loss at Indiana to score six points. He grabbed four rebounds and had two blocks in the game. Arthur is shooting under 49 percent from the field over his last five games and hasn't scored in double figures over that span.
Analysis: Arthur is a power forward who is picking up just 2.3 rebounds per game this season. That afford him little Fantasy value, especially considering he only sees below 15 minutes per game. Until that changes for the 24-year-old, he'll have low-end Fantasy value in all leagues.
News: After missing the previous game due to a concussion, Grizzlies power forward Darrell Arthur returned to the court on Monday night against the Bulls. He scored five points while playing 10 minutes in the 80-71 win. He went 2 for 4 from the field and made 1 of 2 free throws. Arthur also posted a rebound, a block and an assist in the victory.
Analysis: Arthur has only played 10 games this season as he spent the beginning of the year rehabbing from an Achilles injury and a broken leg he suffered last September. He made his season debut Nov. 23, but the big man has turned in only two outings with double-digits in points. With a current average of 5.0 points per game, Fantasy owners should not view Arthur as a worthwhile option in most formats even when healthy.
News: Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur was cleared from his mild concussion and is expected to return to action Monday against Chicago, the Memphis Commercial Appeal reports. Arthur was sidelined Saturday because of the issue, but was symptom-free after passing the league-mandatory concussion test. The team initially listed him with a mouth injury before it was reveled that he had suffered a concussion last Friday at Denver.
Analysis: Arthur has only played nine games this season as he spent the beginning of the year rehabbing from an Achilles injury and a broken leg he suffered last September. He made his season debut Nov. 23, but the big man has turned in only two outings with double-digits in points. With a current average of 5.0 points per game, Fantasy owners should not view Arthur as a worthwhile option in most formats even when healthy.
News: Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur missed Saturday’s game against the Jazz with what is officially being listed as a mouth injury. NBA.com reports that coach Lionel Hollins has confirmed that Arthur also suffered a mild concussion Friday, and will need to be evaluated daily to see when he can return.
Analysis: The Grizzlies will likely have to list Arthur with a concussion moving forward, and then he will need to go through a battery of tests before being cleared to play. Arthur is averaging just 5.6 points and 1.8 rebounds in 14.9 minutes per game this season, so even if he can return soon, Fantasy owners should not expect to rely on him.
News: Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur was forced to leave Friday’s game against the Nuggets in the first half and was unable to return after being elbowed in the mouth. He played just two minutes in the game, finishing scoreless on two field-goal attempts with one rebound. His status moving forward is not yet known.
Analysis: This injury is not expected to be serious, but it is not a particularly big blow for Memphis either way. Arthur is averaging just 5.6 points and 1.8 rebounds per game in 14.9 minutes this season, and should be ignored in all but the deepest of Fantasy formats moving forward.
News: Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur made his season debut during Friday's contest against the Lakers. Arthur, who missed last season after tearing an Achilles tendon, and he broke a bone in his leg in September, played nearly eight minutes in the 106-98 win and made his lone field-goal from the field to finish with two points.
Analysis: Arthur will likely be eased back into action, so Fantasy owners should expect him to see only a handful of minutes for the time being. However, he only averaged 20 minutes per game during his last healthy season and is not expected to see much more than that this year. Fantasy owners should leave Arthur on waivers in all formats for the time being.
News: Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur told the Memphis Commercial-Appeal Thursday that he is fully healed from a non-displaced fracture in his left leg prior to the season. He is expected to make his season debut Friday against the Lakers.
Analysis: Arthur has not played since the 2010-11 season, as he suffered a season-ending Achilles injury prior to last season and then suffered this latest injury as he was set to return to the court. He will likely return in a limited capacity, after averaging 20.1 minutes per game in 2010-11. He has little Fantasy value outside of the deepest of formats right now.
News: Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur participated in full-contact practice Tuesday for the first time since suffering a fractured leg last September, but there is no timetable for his return, the Memphis Commercial Appeal reports. Arthur has not played in a game since the 2011 playoffs as he's also dealt with an Achilles injury.
Analysis: Personally, Arthur is hoping to return to the court by the beginning of December, but that could be a long shot considering the serious nature of the injuries he is recovering from. He is averaging just 6.9 points and 4.2 rebounds per game during his three-year career, and could have trouble finding playing time in Memphis' crowded frontcourt. He should be left on waivers in all Fantasy formats until a return date comes into focus.
News: Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur has been working out with the team before games, but he has yet to be cleared for practice of contact as a result of a fractured leg. He told the Commercial Appeal Friday that he is targeting the beginning of December for his potential return to the court. "I want to get back out there by Dec. 1. But if I can get out there earlier, then I will if I'm feeling good," Arthur said. "The biggest thing for me is getting back into game shape."
Analysis: Arthur has been out since he missed the entirety of the 2011-12 season, so it is going to be tough for him to get back to shape. He is dealing with a different injury now, so it remains to be seen how he responds to the rehabilitation process. At this point, Arthur should not be owned in any Fantasy formats.
News: Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur was inactive for Wednesday's season opener against the Clippers. Arthur missed the entirety of the 2011-12 season with an Achilles injury.
Analysis: Arthur will serve as a back up in the front-court for Memphis, and while he did average 9.1 points and 4.3 assists per game back in 2010-11, he will be hard-pressed to approach those levels coming off Achilles surgery. At this point, continue to ignore Arthur in Fantasy.
News: The Grizzlies came to terms on contracts for a pair of forwards Friday, as they inked Darrell Arthur and Marreese Speights to two-year deals, with Arthur’s reportedly containing a team option for a third year.
Analysis: Arthur missed the entirety of the 2011-12 season with an Achilles injury, and it was thought that the team would be unable to keep both Arthur and Speights, his replacement, as free agents. They found a way to do so, which simply lessens each one’s potential Fantasy impact further. Arthur will serve as a back up in the front-court, and while he did average 9.1 points and 4.3 assists per game back in 2010-11, he will be hard-pressed to approach those levels coming off Achilles surgery. At this point, Arthur should probably be avoided in the majority of Fantasy leagues on Draft Day.
News: Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur, who continues to recover from Achilles surgery that cost him the entire 2011-12 season, is a restricted free-agent this season, meaning the team must decide whether he is worth keeping around. According to the Memphis Daily News, the Grizzlies will likely be able to retain only one of Arthur or fellow restrict free agent Marreese Speights this offseason.
Analysis: By all indications, Arthur is recovering on schedule, which means he should be ready for the start of the 2012-13 season. He emerged as a valuable reserve for the team during 2010-11, and was expected to take another step forward as the team’s third big man before the injury. He is probably a talented enough player to earn more minutes with another team, however that would depend entirely on whether the Grizzlies decide to bring him back. His Fantasy value will be determined by what his role is heading into next season, however he will likely just be a late-round selection with upside on Draft Day.
News: Memphis forward Darrell Arthur underwent season-ending surgery to repair a torn Achilles' tendon on Thursday. He suffered the injury on Dec. 18 in practice. He can't begin rehab until the doctors clear him for activities.
Analysis: Arthur was expected to play a nice role off the bench for the Grizzlies this year, but now his services are lost. The 23-year-old finished with an average of 9.1 points per game as he logged a career-high 20.1 minutes a night for Memphis last season. Fantasy owners should leave him untouched in all formats for the upcoming season.
News: Memphis F Darrell Arthur will miss the upcoming season after an MRI confirmed a torn Achilles, according to CBSSports.com NBA Insider Ken Berger. Arthur, who was entering his fourth season, sustained the injury during the Grizzlies' practice on Sunday. He is expected to have surgery next week.
Analysis: This is certainly tough news for Arthur as he was coming off his most productive scoring campaign. The 23-year-old finished with an average of 9.1 points per game as he logged a career-high 20.1 minutes a night for Memphis. Arthur also appeared in a career-best 80 games while serving as Zack Randolph's primary backup. Fantasy owners should leave him untouched in all formats for the upcoming season.
News: Grizzlies PF Darrell Arthur sustained a serious Achilles' injury at practice on Sunday morning that could force him to miss the entire 2011-12 season, reports the Memphis Commercial Appeal. Arthur has been diagnosed with a torn right Achilles tendon by the team's medical staff, but he scheduled to undergo more testing on Monday.
Analysis: Tough break for Arthur, as it sounds like his season may be over before it even began. Fantasy owners should make sure to keep an eye on the situation moving forward, although the initial reports don't sound to promising. Arthur averaged 9.1 points and 4.3 rebounds last season and was used as Zach Randolph's primary backup. Stay tuned for the latest details.
News: Memphis forward Darrell Arthur filled in for Zach Randolph during the regular season when he dealt with ankle and lower back issues. Arthur started nine games -- 80 total for the Grizzlies -- and saw a slight increase in his numbers when in the starting lineup. His points went from 8.7 to 12.2 and rebounding went from 4.1 to 6.0 per outing. While it is a small sample size to go on the third-year forward did what was asked by his team. Arthur averaged 49.7 percent from the field and a stellar 81.3 percent at the charity stripe, both career highs.
Analysis: Arthur finished the year averaging 9.1 points and 4.3 boards per game. With a healthy Randolph playing in front of him, Arthur will remain a role player off the bench. But depending on the team's offseason -- how they deal with Rudy Gay and Marc Gasol -- Arthur could see more action next season. It is a longshot, but it could happen. He finished the year ranked as the the 73rd best Fantasy forward in terms of scoring in standard CBSSports.com leagues. Fantasy owners should keep tabs on Arthur as he could be a nice late-round pick on Draft Day this fall.
News: Memphis forward Darrell Arthur was able to play through ankle injury in Monday's 103-85 win over the Jazz. Arthur, who injured his ankle in Saturday's contest against the Pacers, finished with 14 points in the victory on 7 of 11 shooting from the field. He also blocked four shots in the contest to go along with two rebounds, an assist and a steal while logging 19 minutes off the bench. Arthur is averaging 11.0 points, 4.4 rebounds and 1.4 blocks over his last five games.
Analysis: Arthur was able to play through his ankle injury on Monday and didn't seem to be bothered by the ankle at all. He continues to see around 22 minutes a game playing behind Zach Randolph and Marc Gasol and can be a solid Fantasy contributor in spurts. However, his overall production is still too inconsistent to start in the majority of formats. Leave him for deeper leagues over the last few weeks of the season.
News: After hurting his ankle Saturday, Memphis reserve forward Darrell Arthur is active for Monday's game against the Jazz.
Analysis: Arthur twisted the ankle late in the game and X-rays came back negative. Fantasy owners should monitor his minutes to see if his role changes with the gimpy ankle. Either way, Arthur is just a low-end option in the majority of formats.
News: Memphis reserve forward Darrell Arthur left in the fourth quarter on Saturday with a twisted ankle. X-rays were negative, and it was classified as a bruise. He went 4 for 8 from the field against the Pacers, finishing with eight points and seven rebounds. Arthur also blocked three shots for the Grizzlies as they went on to rout the Pacers, 99-78.
Analysis: Arthur was coming off a solid performance on Thursday when he dish out a career-high four assists and scored 15 points versus the Knicks. While he's currently a reserve option in Memphis, Arthur is tallying 13.5 points, 4.9 boards and 1.2 blocks over his last 10 contests, in just over 20 minutes. It doesn't seem like this injury is too serious, but Fantasy owners should keep an eye on it just to be sure. Arthur and the Grizzlies play four games in the next scoring period, so as long as he's healthy enough to take the court he should be considered a low-end forward option.
News: Though he's no longer in the starting lineup, Memphis forward Darrell Arthur has continued to produce off of the bench. It continued Thursday against the Knicks, as he led all reserves with 15 points on 5 of 11 shooting. Arthur added a team-high seven rebounds in the loss, along with a career-high four assists. He even recorded a steal for the fourth straight game during his 28 minutes of playing time.
Analysis: Arthur isn't getting starter minutes, but he's still producing at a serviceable level off of the bench. He has scored in double figures in 6 of 8 games in March, averaging five rebounds per night in the process. The Kansas product does what the team needs night-in, night-out, and he even distributed the best he ever has at the NBA level despite the tough loss. Consider Arthur to be a low-end Fantasy option for the rest of the season.
News: With center Marc Gasol getting ejected midway through the second quarter, Memphis forward Darrell Arthur got some extra run in Tuesday's 109-93 win over the Spurs. Arthur took full advantage of the extended minutes as he finished with 21 points on 9 of 19 shooting from the field. He made all three of his free-throw attempts and also chipped in with eight rebounds and three blocks while logging 31 minutes.
Analysis: Arthur has been playing very well since the All-Star break. The 22-year-old is averaging 12.8 points and 4.6 rebounds in the five games since then, and is shooting a whopping 54 percent from the field over that stretch. While his play is starting to raise a few eyebrows, his minutes continue to be limited stuck behind Zach Randolph and Marc Gasol. The future does look bright for Arthur, but his production remains to limited to warrant starting in most leagues. Leave him for deeper formats at this point of the season.
News: Memphis forward Darrell Arthur turned in a solid performance in Saturday's 120-92 win over the Kings. On a night where the Grizzlies shot 55 percent from the field as a team, Arthur did his part making seven of his eight shot attempts. He finished with 17 points in the blowout win and also chipped in with three rebounds while logging 15 minutes off the bench in the contest. Arthur is averaging 12.8 points and 5.0 rebounds over his last five contests.
Analysis: Arthur has turned in some big games this season, but like most young players has also turned in some stinkers. He has continued to see around 20 minutes a game of late but continues to play behind Zach Randolph at the power forward position. While the future looks bright for the 22-year-old, his minutes will remain limited behind Z-Bo. Consider Arthur merely a low-end Fantasy option in deeper formats at this point in the season.
News: Memphis F Darrell Arthur returned to his usual role coming off the bench on Sunday against Denver, but it did not slow him down at all. A night after starting for the injured Zach Randolph, Arthur scored a career-high 24 points and hauled in six rebounds in the 116-108 win. He was an efficient 8 of 11 from the field and converted 8 of 10 free throws while playing 31 minutes. Arthur also had two blocked shots, an assist and a steal in the victory.
Analysis: Arthur has scored 36 points and hauled in 14 rebounds in his last two games and is picking up the slack after going into a scoring lull. While he is not likely to see starts over Randolph, Rudy Gay or Marc Gasol in the near future, the 22-year-old should see his role increase off the bench. Arthur has had a run like this before but his inability to maintain it is what makes him a low-end Fantasy option. Keep an eye on his stats over the next few games before getting him active in deeper Fantasy leagues.
News: With Zach Randolph out of the lineup with an sprained ankle, Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur earned the start in Friday's game against the Bucks. He filled in well for the dominating big-man, scoring 12 points on 5 of 14 shooting and pulling down eight rebounds -- three offensively -- in the process. Arthur also contributed three blocks on the night and a steal defensively, while seeing a season-high 36 minutes of playing time.
Analysis: Arthur has had some solid games this year, but he had disappeared a bit before Friday's solid effort. In the previous five games, he failed to score more than nine points and record more than five rebounds on any night. Arthur came back in a solid way, and he helped the team keep win and pace with the Blazers in the race for the No. 8 seed in the Western Conference. With the severity of Randolph's ankle injury unknown, Arthur can be in for an increase in role in the short-term. If he is, we like him as a sleeper Fantasy option moving forward.
News: Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur was forced to leave the game in the third quarter of Monday's 93-84 loss to the Lakers. Arthur was hit under the basket in the third quarter and forced to leave the game. He did return in the fourth quarter and finished with five points and three rebounds while logging 14 minutes off the bench.
Analysis: Arthur continues to be just a marginal contributor for both the Grizzlies and Fantasy owners alike on the season. The former Kansas standout is not even getting 20 minutes per game at the moment and he's scored in double digits just once in his last five contests. Owners should continue to view him as merely a low-end Fantasy option in deeper formats unless he sees an increase in minutes and production.
News: By the end of the third quarter, Memphis PF Darrell Arthur scored a season-high 22 points in Saturday's blowout win over the Wizards. He wouldn't need to play much in the final period with the game out of hand. Arthur shot an efficient 9 of 11 from the floor and nailed all four of his free-throw attempts on the night. "I feel like I was in a zone tonight," Arthur said. "Once you get some easy baskets and get a couple of dunks, you really get into the game. I made a couple of shots, so I felt like I couldn't miss for a minute." He pulled down five rebounds and blocked a shot defensively. On the offensive end, he complimented the scoring with a pair of assists in 27 minutes of playing time.
Analysis: Arthur and the rest of the Grizzlies' frontline took advantage of the Wizards banged-up unit -- playing with an ailing power forward and without their starting center. Layups were a fairly easy commodity and it led to Memphis dominating the glass. Arthur was the main beneficiary along with emerging star Zach Randolph. He played more minutes in the win than in any other game in January on his way to perhaps his best night as a pro. Still, the opponents in the NBA differ night-in, night-out, so we expect Arthur to relegate back to his solid -- but average -- play off of the bench shortly. Consider him to be a low-end Fantasy option at best.
News: Memphis PF Darrell Arthur chipped in 20 minutes and seven points as the Grizzlies topped the Raptors by two points on Monday night. Arthur shot 3 of 7 from the field and contributed four rebounds, two steals and one blocked shot. The Grizzlies were plus-11 with him on the floor.
Analysis: The former Kansas standout is not even getting 20 minutes per game at the moment and he's scored in double digits just once in his last five contests. Since that doesn't come with a whole lot of rebounds or blocks, either, he's just a low-end option in Fantasy.
News: After scoring in single digits in 12 straight contests, Memphis F Darrell Arthur has gotten his scoring up of late and had a solid performance on Saturday night against Dallas. He scored 17 points in 22 minutes during the 89-70 win. He was an efficient 6 for 8 from the field and made 5 of 6 free throws. Arthur also chipped in with two rebounds, an assist, a steal and a blocked shot in the victory. He is averaging 9.4 points with 3.2 rebounds over his last five games.
Analysis: Arthur has been seeing some decent playing time of late and has come through with some scoring. After slumping in his sophomore season, the 22-year-old is having a career year for the Grizzlies and has even started rebounding a bit. While it is nice to see him progressing, he still has to fight for minutes in Memphis and would have to see his role improve to have any kind of impact in Fantasy. Leave Arthur for the deepest of leagues going forward.
News: Memphis PF Darrell Arthur is seeing his minutes dwindle before his eyes of late as he saw only 12 on Monday against Charlotte. Arthur saw his least amount of minutes in his last six games against the Bobcats and shot 2 for 3 from the field to score five points. He grabbed three rebounds and added a steal.
Analysis: Arthur doesn't often score in double figures and his rebounding isn't all that great for a power forward. Until he can average at least 20 minutes per game, Arthur's value is quite low in Fantasy.
News: Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur scored nine points in Tuesday's 110-105 win over the Thunder. Arthur shot just 4 of 10 from the field in the victory and finished with one rebound and a block in 18 minutes off the bench.
Analysis: Arthur's production has continued to diminish over the past month or so of the season. He is averaging just 6.4 points and 2.0 rebounds over his last five contests and is only seeing around 16 minutes a game over that stretch. The Grizzlies have a log jam at the power forward position, which is limiting his minutes and production. He is only worth starting in the deepest of category-based leagues at this point in the season.
News: Memphis forward Darrell Arthur finished with just six points in the Grizzlies' 100-98 loss at Sacramento on Wednesday night. It was the sixth consecutive game Arthur has posted single digits in points during his limited action on the court. He played 14 minutes Wednesday and contributed an assist and a steal.
Analysis: Arthur's numbers have been slipping and he has now hit his season average in points just once in his last five games. The third-year forward from Kansas is averaging just 8.2 points and 4.7 rebounds per game. He doesn't possess much Fantasy value and should remain on waivers in most Fantasy formats except deeper leagues.
News: Memphis forward Darrell Arthur tallied 10 points and four rebounds in the Grizzlies' 113-80 victory over Charlotte on Wednesday night. Arthur connected on 4 of 6 from the field, his second consecutive game shooting 50 percent or better, during his 17 minutes of playing time.
Analysis: Arthur won't take a lot of shots in a game but when he does he regularly connects. He is shooting 51 percent from the field this season, and is 7 for 14 (50 percent) in his last three games. Still, he remains a marginal Fantasy play with value only in deeper leagues.
News: Memphis forward Darrell Arthur scored 12 points and had 10 rebounds in the Grizzlies' 104-98 victory over Phoenix on Wednesday. It was the second double-double of the season for Arthur, who logged 29 minutes Wednesday.
Analysis: Arthur hasn't been getting much playing time recently but Wednesday's minute total was his most since Nov. 20 against Miami (29). With the playing time down, so has his scoring production and he has just 8.8 points in his last five games. His only Fantasy value should be in deeper leagues.
News: Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur, who has missed the last two games with a strained groin, was back in action in Friday's game against the Rockets. Arthur scored seven points and grabbed four rebounds in the loss.
Analysis: Arthur's production has slipped recently, even before he suffered the injury. Arthur is averaging 8.6 points and 5.8 rebounds per game over his last five. This groin issue shouldn't keep him out long. When healthy, Arthur should only see action in the deepest of Fantasy leagues.
News: Memphis PF Darrell Arthur missed his second straight game with a strained groin on Wednesday in Atlanta. Arthur, who is day to day, is averaging career highs of 9.4 points and 5.1 rebounds per game this year. Arthur may play Friday against Houston.
Analysis: Arthur's production has slipped recently, even before he suffered the injury. Arthur is averaging 8.6 points and 5.8 rebounds per game over his last five. This groin issue shouldn't keep him out long. When healthy, Arthur should only see action in the deepest of Fantasy leagues.
News: Grizzlies F Darrell Arthur missed Tuesday's game against the Lakers with a groin injury, reports NBA.com. He was among the team's inactives for the game and is considered day to day.
Analysis: Arthur is averaging 8.6 points and 5.8 rebounds per game over his last five. This groin issue shouldn't keep him out long. When healthy, Arthur should only see action in the deepest of Fantasy leagues.
News: Memphis forward Darrell Arthur got a rare start for the Grizzlies on Saturday against the Heat. He got the start in place of Zach Randolph, who was late to the team's shootaround, and had to come off the bench. Arthur shot 7 for 9 from the field, finishing with 14 points and six rebounds. He added one blocked and one assist in his 29 minutes of action. Memphis would hold on to beat Miami, 97-95, on a last second shot by Rudy Gay.
Analysis: Arthur also produced for Memphis when he was filling in for Randolph when he was out with an injured tailbone. It's nice for the Grizzlies to have a player like this that can step up and produce when called on. But he's normally just a role player off the bench and doesn't get enough starts to be a big-time Fantasy contributor. He should be as a forward option in the deepest of category-based leagues at this time.
News: Memphis PF Darrell Arthur shot 3 of 7 from the field on Monday against the Magic to score seven points. Arthur, who played 17 minutes, added four rebounds and a block. He also had an assist in the performance.
Analysis: Arthur has played at least 20 minutes just once in his last five games so it is no wonder he's scoring just 5.6 ppg over that time with 4.4 rebounds. Arthur was getting more time earlier in the year and can be useful in deeper Fantasy leagues when getting minutes. That is evidenced by his 10.2 ppg and 5.4 rpg average on the year entering Monday's game.
News: Memphis PF Darrell Arthur (knee) played on Monday but did not play well against Phoenix. Arthur got 20 minutes and scored just two points on two free throws. He went 0 for 0 in the game and added two rebounds and a blocked shot.
Analysis: Arthur left Saturday' s game with a minor knee injury and had no trouble playing on it on Monday. That said, he also didn't play well. For the season, however, Arthur is giving Fantasy owners 12.1 points and 6.1 rebounds per game. That is solid production for a backup and makes him worth at least holding on to in deeper Fantasy leagues.
News: Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur left Saturday night's game against the Kings with an apparent knee injury. Arthur's knee buckled on him after he went knee-to-knee with DeMarcus Cousins while blocking out a free-throw. He had to be helped out off the court and couldn't but any pressure on his knee.
Analysis: Arthur had gotten a few starts this season with injuries to Marc Gasol and Zach Randolph, but it appears he is the one that is injured. He looked in alot of pain as he left the court which usually isn't a good thing. Fantasy owners should continue to monitor the situation for details as they become available. Arthur should be considered just a reserve in deeper leagues, when healthy.
News: Grizzlies F Darrell Arthur was productive in his first game off the bench in Friday's 123-118 double overtime loss to the Suns. Arthur, who returned to the bench with Zach Randolph back in the lineup, recorded his first double-double of the season. He scored 10 points on 4 of 7 shooting from the field and grabbed 12 rebounds in the loss. Arthur also chipped in with two steals and a pair of blocks.
Analysis: Arthur had gotten a few starts this season with injuries to Marc Gasol and Randolph, but now will return to the bench. While he can still be productive as a reserve for Memphis, Fantasy owners should see how many minutes he will get a game before he is thrown into your starting lineup. Friday's contest in a little skewed because it went into double overtime. Arthur should be considered just a reserve in deeper leagues at this point.
News: Thunder F Darrell Arthur got another start in Wednesday's game against the Warriors with Zach Randolph out due to a bruised tailbone. He played 28 minutes and scored 10 points with four rebounds. Arthur has averaged 30.2 minutes per game through five contests.
Analysis: Arthur is enjoying added playing time and production due to injuries in the Grizzlies frontcourt to begin the year. First, Marc Gasol missed the opener then Randolph got hurt. He is a player that has shown the ability to put up these types of numbers when given the opportunity, but this kind of playing time simply won't be there when Randolph and Gasol are both healthy. Make the most of it while it lasts, which may not be much longer.
News: Grizzlies F Darrell Arthur poured in his third consecutive double-digit scoring effort on Saturday against the Timberwolves. He scored 18 points on 7 of 13 shooting and pulled down six rebounds. Arthur added an assist and two steals in his 31 minutes of playing time.
Analysis: Arthur has benefited from some injuries to the Grizzlies front court and he has been able to start games early in the season because of it. He has taken advantage of the opportunity, scoring in double figures in all three games this season. Arthur is a young player with decent upside, but may not see enough consistency due to varying playing time and shot volume. He remains no more than a potential reserve option in Fantasy.
News: Grizzlies F Darrell Arthur had a strong performance in his first game of the season Wednesday against Atlanta. He scored 19 points with three rebounds before fouling out after 31 minutes. He shot 8 for 12 from the field.
Analysis: Arthur got the start with Marc Gasol on the shelf due to an injury. He also benefited from the absence of Zach Randolph for long portions of the game due to a back injury. He is a young player with decent upside, but may not see enough consistency due to varying playing time and shot volume. He remains no more than a potential reserve option in Fantasy.
News: According to the Memphis Commercial-Appeal, center Marc Gasol (ankle) won't play in Wednesday's season opener against Atlanta. Gasol has a grade 2 left ankle sprain that he sustained in practice last week. Forward Darrell Arthur got the start in Gasol's absence. Arthur averaged 11.1 points and 6.3 boards per game in the Grizzlies eight preseason contests.
Analysis: Arthur has averaged 5.2 points, 4.2 rebounds and 0.6 steals per game over his two seasons with Memphis. Arthur is getting more experience and played well during the preseason, but the former Kansas Jayhawk is still a reserve player in Memphis. He could be a nice pickup in daily leagues while Gasol is out, but if he doesn't continue to see minutes once Gasol returns, Arthur's Fantasy value dip back to just a bench player at best.
News: Memphis forward Darrell Arthur shot 60 percent from the field on Saturday against Milwaukee. He also made both his free throws, finishing with 14 points. He chipped in five rebounds for the Grizzlies, which remain undefeated in the preseason. Through the first five preseason games, Arthur was averaging 10.2 points and 6.4 rebounds per outing.
Analysis: Arthur has averaged 5.2 points, 4.2 rebounds and 0.6 steals per game over his two seasons with Memphis. He sat out the first four months of the 2009-10 season after he had surgery on his pectoral muscle. He managed to come back and play in 32 games for Memphis, but was not too effective. The former Kansas Jayhawk could contribute off the bench for the Grizzlies if he can stay healthy. He could worth a late-round flier on in deeper Fantasy leagues, as he has some potential.
News: Memphis forward Darrell Arthur scored nine points and grabbed five boards for the Grizzlies in Thursday's overtime win against the Hawks. The team was +15 when he was on the court. He made 5 of his 6 free-throw attempts and went 2 for 7 from the field.
Analysis: Arthur has averaged 5.2 points, 4.2 rebounds and 0.6 steals per game over his two seasons in the league. He played in just 32 games for the Grizzlies last year after he sat out the first four months of the season following surgery on his pectoral muscle. Fantasy owners should follow him through the preseason as he could be worth a late-round draft pick in deeper leagues.
News: Grizzlies PF Darrell Arthur made his season-debut Tuesday against the Hawks, finishing with four points and four rebounds. He sat out the first four months of the season following surgery on his pectoral muscle.
Analysis: Arthur is an unknown commodity at this point. While he could eventually provide a small boost, it will take him some time to get back into the flow of the game and he might not produce instantaneously. Fantasy owners should keep track of his progress before adding him to their rosters.
News: Memphis F Darrell Arthur, who has not played this season while recovering from surgery in October, plans to make his debut Tuesday night against the Atlanta Hawks. The 6-foot-9 Arthur, in his second season out of Kansas, was cleared to play and began full-contact practice on Thursday. He participated in Friday's warmups before the Grizzlies' game against the Houston Rockets. Memphis coach Lionel Hollins said he was prepared to play Arthur against the Rockets, but the forward opted to push back his first appearance to help familiarize himself with the offense. "I had one practice with the team," said Arthur, who had surgery to repair a partially torn right pectoralis muscle. "I just feel like I was a step slow. Not physically, but mentally. Just knowing the plays and knowing where I need to be on the court. I think I just need one more day to get myself together mentally. Physically, I think I'm ready to go."
Analysis: Arthur's return could provide the Grizzlies with a needed boost off the bench. The Grizzlies average 103.1 points, but the reserves are contributing only 19.8. The reserves, led by rookies DeMarre Carroll, Sam Young and Hasheem Thabeet, plus veteran guard Jamaal Tinsley, who was signed during the season, have outscored the opponent's reserves only eight times this season. While Arthur could provide a small boost, it will take him some time to get back into the flow of the game and he might not produce instantaneously. Fantasy owners should keep track of his progress. He is available in 99 percent of leagues and if he begins to contribute rather early, he could be a good sleeper pickup off the wire.
News: Reserve forward Darrell Arthur has been cleared to begin full-contact practices with the Grizzlies, according to the Memphis Commercial Appeal. This is the last major step toward his return to the team's rotation. Arthur, who hasn't played this season because of surgery to repair a pectoral muscle, will be able to participate without restrictions Wednesday or Thursday.
Analysis: Arthur began traveling with the Griz around mid-December when he also increased his conditioning program. He was expected to miss up to fourth months after the October surgery, but Arthur has made remarkable progress. According to the report, it is possible Arthur could see his first game action before the All-Star break. Following tonight, the Griz have three games before the Feb. 12-14 All-Star Weekend.
News: The Memphis Commercial-Appeal reports that Memphis forward Darrell Arthur has rejoined the Grizzlies, but he's not expected to play any time soon. Arthur, out up to fourth months after pectoral surgery, has been spotted on the team's bench at recent home games. He made his first road trip Sunday at Miami and will stay with the team until he's ready to resume playing. Arthur said he feels good about being around his teammates even though his return to the court is slated for late February or early March.
Analysis: Keep Arthur reserved in all leagues. When healthy, he has minimal Fantasy value.
News: Grizzlies PF Darrell Arthur will miss up to four months following surgery to repair a pectoral strain. He underwent the surgery Friday. Arthur appeared in three preseason games after missing the first week of training camp.
Analysis: Even when healthy, Arthur was likely headed for a bench role this season as the Grizzlies don't have much room for him in their starting lineup after the addition of Zach Randolph. Now, he won't be a factor in Fantasy for at least the first half of the season and it's already looking like a lost year for the young forward.
News: Memphis F Darrell Arthur, who missed two early preseason games because of a strained pectoral muscle, aggravated the injury in Wednesday's loss to the Atlanta Hawks. The team now is classifying the injury as partial tear of the muscle, and Arthur is expected to miss the rest of the preseason.
Analysis: Even when healthy, Arthur is likely headed for a bench role this season as the Grizzlies don't have much room for him in their starting lineup after the addition of Zach Randolph the offseason. He will have to carve out minutes off the bench, but has enough upside and athletic ability that he should see decent minutes. We view him as a Fantasy reserve and a long-term keeper prospect. This injury could mean a slow start for him.
News: Dallas native Darrell Arthur scored 11 of his 17 points during a 20-11 third-quarter run that gave the Grizzlies a 74-69 edge Sunday in a preseason game at the Dallas Mavericks. Arthur sat out the first two preseason games due to a strained pectoral muscle.
Analysis: Arthur is likely headed for a bench role this season as the Grizzlies don't have much room for him in their starting lineup after the addition of Zach Randolph the offseason. He will have to carve out minutes off the bench, but has enough upside and athletic ability that he should see decent minutes. We view him as a Fantasy reserve and a long-term keeper prospect.
News: Memphis F Darrell Arthur was not with the team for Tuesday's preseason opener against Memphis. He's missed the entire training camp with a strained pectoral muscle.
Analysis: Arthur is likely headed for a bench role this season as the Grizzlies don't have much room for him in their starting lineup after the addition of Zach Randolph the offseason. He will have to carve out minutes off the bench, but has enough upside and athletic ability that he should see decent minutes. We view him as a Fantasy reserve and a long-term keeper prospect.
News: Memphis PF Darrell Arthur was able to play against the Nuggets on Wednesday, one game after straining his knee against the Trail Blazers Monday. Arthur played 26 minutes and scored 10 points with seven rebounds. He was 4-of-9 from the field and blocked five shots.
Analysis: Arthur has minimal Fantasy value at this time and is not worth using in most leagues despite the decent effort on Wednesday. Prior to Wednesday's effort he had gone seven straight games without scoring in double figures.
News: The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports Grizzlies rookie forward Darrell Arthur (sprained right knee) is a game-time decision Wednesday against Denver.
Analysis: Arthur has minimal Fantasy value at this time and is not worth using in most leagues even when healthy. Ignore him during the scoring period.
News: Grizzlies PF Darrell Arthur sprained his right knee on Monday against the Portland Trail Blazers. Arthur did not score in eight minutes and left in the first half and didn't return.
Analysis: Arthur has minimal Fantasy value at this time and should not be owned in too many leagues, even when healthy.
News: Memphis PF Darrell Arthur returned from dealing with family issues on Tuesday to start the second half of the season. Arthur played 17 minutes against the Jazz and scored 10 points with three rebounds. He also had a block but suffered through a bit of foul trouble.
Analysis: Arthur has minimal Fantasy value at this time and should not be owned in too many leagues. Even with his return he shouldn't be used in anything but the very deepest of leagues.
News: Memphis forward Darrell Arthur, who has missed time due to a death in the family, is expected to play Tuesday at Utah, reports the Memphis Commercial Appeal.
Analysis: Arthur has minimal Fantasy value at this time and should not be owned in any leagues. Even with his return Tuesday, don't plan on using him.
News: Memphis PF Darrell Arthur missed his fifth straight game on Wednesday and will be out until at least after the All-Star break. He's dealing with some family illness issues at the moment.
Analysis: Arthur has not been all that great for the Grizzlies yet and not many are missing his absence in the Fantasy world. He is capable of big things, but for now is nothing more than a low-end option that can be stashed in long-term keeper leagues.
News: Memphis rookie PF Darrell Arthur, who started 38 games this season for the Grizzlies, missed his third straight game on Monday night against New Orleans because of a family illness.
Analysis: Arthur has not been all that great for the Grizzlies yet and not many are missing his absence in the Fantasy world. He is capable of big things, but for now is nothing more than a low-end option that can be stashed in long-term keeper leagues.
News: Memphis PF Darrell Arthur missed his second straight game for personal reasons on Saturday night against the Raptors. He had a family emergency.
Analysis: Arthur has not been all that great for the Grizzlies yet and not many are missing his absence in the Fantasy world. He is capable of big things, but for now is nothing more than a low-end option that can be stashed in long-term keeper leagues. He should be available for the upcoming scoring period but isn't a recommended start.
News: Memphis PF Darrell Arthur did not play in Friday's game against the Clippers as he was away from the team for family reasons. His availability for Saturday's game against Toronto is questionable.
Analysis: Arthur has not been all that great for the Grizzlies yet and not many are missing his absence in the Fantasy world. He is capable of big things, but for now is nothing more than a low-end option that can be stashed in long-term keeper leagues. He should be available for the upcoming scoring period but isn't a recommended start.
News: Memphis PF Darrell Arthur went 3-of-8 from the field in a 114-102 loss to the Thunder on Wednesday. Arthur added eight rebounds and an assist to his stat line.
Analysis: Arthur has not been a consistent weapon in the Grizzlies' arsenal so far and he is bound to put up games like these it seems. He is capable of big things, but for now is nothing more than a low-end option that can be stashed in long-term keeper leagues.
News: Grizzlies F Darrell Arthur scored 10 points with seven rebounds in 30 minutes of action Friday in New York. It was his first game in double figures since Dec. 14 vs. Miami.
Analysis: Arthur has been erratic as a rookie and Fantasy owners should not jump the gun on him because of this one promising game. Merely monitor his progress and stash him in larger leagues of 12-plus teams and keeper formats until he can string some performances like this together.
News: Grizzlies PF Darrell Arthur got a starting nod on Friday but ended up playing only five minutes, failing to score a point.
Analysis: Arthur has potential to make an impact one day, but that time is not now. Leave him on waivers until further notice.
News: Grizzlies PF Darrell Arthur didn't miss a single game after going out with a concussion in Tuesday's game against the Suns, scoring six off the bench on Friday against the Spurs. Arthur was on the court for just over 15 minutes.
Analysis: Arthur has shown his potential a few times this season, but is yet to put it together on a consistent basis. Until that does happen, leave him on waivers.
News: Memphis PF Darrell Arthur left Tuesday's game against the Suns with a concussion after taking an elbow to the face in the first quarter. He finished with two points in 10 minutes.
Analysis: Arthur has shown flashes of potential at times this season, but his day-to-day performance remains inadequate for Fantasy purposes.
News: The Grizzlies removed rookie PF Darrell Arthur from the starting lineup Tuesday against the Hornets, replacing him with Marc Gasol. Arthur had three points, one rebound and one steal in 14 minutes off the bench.
Analysis: Arthur has shown flashes of potential at times this season, but his day-to-day performance remains inadequate for Fantasy purposes. Whether he starts or comes off the bench doesn't really make a difference.
News: Grizzlies F Darrell Arthur scored 10 points with four rebounds in Sunday's game against Miami. It was the first time in five games that he scored in double figures.
Analysis: Arthur has played well in spurts this season and is not a player that can be relied upon heavily in any Fantasy format. He has some appeal for keeper formats and larger leagues as a possible stopgap, but is not a recommended starter at the moment.
News: Memphis PF Darrell Arthur scored five points and added three rebounds against the Hornets on Saturday night. Arthur started and played 29 minutes but shot just 1-for-5 from the field and did little else on the night.
Analysis: Arthur was hot early in the season but has cooled off greatly. He's scored in double figures just once in his last seven games and doesn't have that many rebounds, either. Right now he's not really worth even owning in Fantasy.
News:The Sports Xchange notes that Marc Gasol and forward Darrell Arthur rank one-two among rookies in rebounding. Gasol is averaging 8.2 per game while Arthur is averaging 7.4.
Analysis: Arthur had 10 points and seven rebounds while starting at power forward again Monday in Phoenix. He has scored in double figures in three straight, but had been held under 10 points in three straight before that. The rookie may be a bit erratic at times this season, but should be considered useful when he's on a positive streak like he is now.
News: Grizzlies F Darrell Arthur shot just 1-for-7 from the field in Wednesday's game at Sacramento. He finished with four points and five rebounds. He also added two steals. Arthur started the game at power forward and played 17 minutes.
Analysis: Arthur has been in the starting lineup at power forward rather than Hakim Warrick, but the two have been splitting minutes there. Darko Milicic is also in the mix. Add to that the fact that Arthur is a rookie and you've got a huge chance for erratic numbers. Arthur has been a popular add off the waiver wire, but he is still too raw to trust regularly in Fantasy.
News: Grizzlies rookie power forward Darrell Arthur got off to a fantastic start in his first regular season game Wednesday at Houston. He had a game-high 15 rebounds to go with 11 points, two blocks, an assist and a steal. Arthur's 15 rebounds were three shy of the Grizzlies' rookie record, set by Bryant Reeves in 1996.
Analysis: Arthur was available in 97 percent of CBSSports.com leagues prior to this performance. Go add him now and then come back to read the rest of this update. Done? Good. The Memphis Commercial Appeal says that Grizzlies head coach Marc Iavaroni prefers not to use a 10-man rotation, but he will have to now that Arthur has proved worthy of big minutes. Arthur may be a bit erratic, as are most rookies, but he's worth stashing in any league now.
News: The Grizzlies will have three games in Fantasy Week 1 (Oct. 27-Nov. 1). They will face the Rockets on the road on Oct. 29, the Magic at home on Oct. 31 and the Bulls on the road on Nov. 1. Houston allowed just 92.0 ppg last season, Orlando allowed 99.0 and Chicago gave up 100.4.
Analysis: Rudy Gay is expected to be ready for the opener despite suffering from a staph infection in his leg. He's expected to start at small forward with rookie O.J. Mayo starting at the two-guard spot. Second-year guard Mike Conley will start at the point and rookie Marc Gasol may start at center for this very inexperienced team. Hakim Warrick could play a sixth man role off the bench, but should end up seeing starter's minutes and is still a breakout candidate entering the season. Darko Milicic will buy minutes with defense, but is not a recommended starter until he proves he can be relied upon regularly. Off the bench, Kyle Lowry should see decent minutes behind Conley and Mayo. Still, his appeal is limited to deeper leagues and he should be reserved in most Fantasy leagues for Week 1. There's no use for Antoine Walker Jarvaris Crittenton, Darrell Arthur, Marko Jaric or Iranian rookie Hamed Haddadi yet.
News: Former Kansas teammates Darrell Arthur and Mario Chalmers were fined $20,000 apiece after being banished last week from the NBA rookie symposium, the league said Wednesday. Security at the resort near New York where the event took place found Arthur and Chalmers in a room with two women, and the scent of marijuana was detected. No drugs or drug paraphernalia were found, but having guests in the room violated NBA policy, and the two rookies were sent home.
Analysis: Arthur and Chalmers apologized but denied using marijuana. Next year they'll have to again attend the symposium, which addresses the challenges of making the transition to pro ball. The good news here is that he won't have to miss any games due to any suspension. Arthur averaged 12.8 points and 6.3 rebounds as a sophomore at Kansas. He slipped a lot further than anticipated in the draft and this doesn't help his chances for making a good first impression. He may not start to begin the season, but has a chance for significant playing time. He'll be worth a late-round flyer pick in Fantasy drafts this fall.
News: Heat rookie Mario Chalmers and Grizzlies rookie Darrell Arthur face possible suspensions at the start of the upcoming NBA season because of an incident at the NBA's Rookie Transition Program in Rye Brook, N.Y. NBA Vice President Tim Frank confirmed Wednesday that Chalmers, the point guard drafted in the second round out of Kansas, along with former Kansas teammate Arthur were asked to leave the program because of disciplinary violations.
Analysis: Multiple sources cited marijuana being involved, but it was not clear who may have had it or used it, or in whose room the incident took place. There is no specific marijuana testing at the rookie program, although players who present cause are subject to additional testing. There are reports that say Chalmers and Arthur were fined $20,000 each and could begin the season on the suspended list. However, league rules explicitly state a player cannot be suspended for a first marijuana violation. Arthur averaged 12.8 points and 6.3 rebounds as a sophomore at Kansas. He slipped a lot further than anticipated in the draft and this doesn't help his chances for making a good first impression. He may not start to begin the season, but has a chance for significant playing time. He'll be worth a late-round flyer pick in Fantasy drafts this fall even with this news.
News:Darrell Arthur stood out in his pro debut Friday, scoring 18 points on 9-for-12 shooting in the Memphis Grizzlies' 88-75 win over the New Orleans Hornets at the NBA Summer League.
Analysis: Arthur averaged 12.8 points and 6.3 rebounds as a sophomore at Kansas. He slipped a lot further than anticipated in the draft and will likely be playing with a chip on his shoulder in Memphis. He may not start to begin the season, but has a chance for significant playing time. He'll be worth a late-round flyer pick in Fantasy drafts this fall.
News: The Grizzlies announced the signing of Darrell Arthur on Tuesday. Arthur was the 27th selection in the draft. The 6-9, 225-pound forward, was originally selected by New Orleans and then traded on draft night to Portland and Houston before ending up with the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Arthur averaged 12.8 points and 6.3 rebounds as a sophomore at Kansas. He slipped a lot further than anticipated in the draft and will likely be playing with a chip on his shoulder in Memphis. He may not start to begin the season, but has a chance for significant playing time. He'll be worth a late-round flyer pick in Fantasy drafts this fall.
