News: With center Marc Gasol out indefinitely with an abdomen injury, center Ed Davis is expected to see a boost in playing time. Davis, who has averaged 14.8 minutes during his 25 games with Memphis, has logged 41 minutes over his past two games, including 23 during Monday's loss to the Wizards. Davis finished with nine points and seven rebounds in the 107-94 defeat.
Analysis: Most expected Davis to take over the starting center position in Gasol's absence, but he was actually brought off the bench Monday night. However, he still saw 20-plus minutes, which should continue no matter whether he starts or continues to come off the pine. Davis is averaging 10 points and 7.6 rebounds when he logs 20-29 minutes per game, so owners looking for some low-end help at center over the next few weeks, should consider taking a flier on the 23-year-old.
News: Grizzlies forward Ed Davis had a nice run of games with Zach Randolph out of the lineup at the beginning of March, but he has been back to his reserve role over the last few games. Davis scored just four points on 2 of 4 shooting Saturday against the Jazz, while snagging five rebounds in 16 minutes. The Grizzlies would go on to lose the game, 90-84.
Analysis: David scored 14 points in Randolph's first game back from injury, but has totaled just 10 points over the three games since. At this point, we know what Davis is capable of; he just needs consistent minutes. Unfortunately, with a pair of All Stars ahead of him in the rotation, Davis remains just a low-end Fantasy option.
News: After scoring a combined three points over the last three games, Memphis power forward Ed Davis was able to get back on track Sunday against Orlando. He scored 10 points and hauled in 10 rebounds in the 108-82 win. He was an efficient 5 of 6 from the field but missed all four of his free throws while playing 24 minutes off the bench. Davis also posted three blocks and two steals in the victory.
Analysis: Davis entered Sunday averaging four points with 1.9 rebounds and a block in his 12 games since being traded from the Raptors. His minutes have fluctuated since coming to Memphis, which has hindered his appeal in Fantasy. The 23-year-old can put up some decent production with steady playing time but remains more of an option for deeper Fantasy formats at this point.
News: Grizzlies forward Ed Davis turned in his most productive performance in a Memphis uniform during Tuesday's win over the Pistons. Davis, who was traded from Toronto to Memphis at the end of January, scored 14 points in the 105-91 win. He made six of his seven field-goal attempts and added four rebounds, four blocks, one assist and one steal to his stat line, while logging 21 minutes off the bench.
Analysis: Davis just can't seem to catch a break. After spending much of his 2 1/2 years in Toronto in a reserve role, Davis finally got a chance to start this season and averaged 12.9 points, 7.7 rebounds and two blocks per game over his 24 games in the starting five. However, Davis has been forced back into a reserve role with the Grizzlies and was averaging just 7.9 minutes during his first six games with his new club. Unless he starts to see a major increase in minutes and production, Davis should not be starting in many formats at this point in the season.
News: Grizzles forward Ed Davis saw little of the floor yet again Wednesday against the Hawks, as he played just nine minutes in a 103-92 loss. He made his lone field-goal attempt in the game, finishing with just two points. Davis also grabbed six rebounds, after grabbing just one in his first two games since the trade that sent him to Memphis.
Analysis: Davis was enjoying a breakout season prior to the trade, but has been relegated to a reserve role. He has played just 24 minutes in three games since the trade; he was averaging 23.4 minutes per game before the deal. It looks like Davis is stuck without a consistent role in Memphis, with a pair of All-Star big men ahead of him in the rotation. He should be dropped in the majority of Fantasy leagues at this point.
News: After being trade Wednesday, Grizzlies newly acquired forward Ed Davis made his debut during Friday's contest against the Wizards. Davis only logged five minutes of game action as he finished with just two points and a rebounds in an 85-76 victory.
Analysis: Davis entered the game midway through the second quarter and did not check back in during the second half. The 23-year-old averaged 9.7 points and 6.7 rebounds per game with the Raptors this season and is adjusting to his new role with the Grizzlies. Fantasy owners should be patient with Davis, leaving him worth owning in deeper formats moving forward.
News: The Raptors, Grizzlies and Pistons agreed to a three-team trade on Wednesday. Toronto sent guard Jose Calderon and forward Ed Davis to Memphis in exchange for forward Rudy Gay and center Hamed Haddadi. The Grizzlies then dealt Calderon to Detroit for forwards Tayshaun Prince, Austin Daye and a second-round pick. Davis averaged 9.7 points with 6.7 rebounds in 45 games for Toronto.
Analysis: Davis has had a career campaign scoring-wise thus far and will now backup Zach Randolph in Memphis. The Grizzlies appear to be very high on the 23-year-old and he could be the power forward of the future if the club decides to not re-up with Randolph going forward. Davis was playing very well for the Raptors of late, averaging 14.2 points with 7.8 rebounds in the previous five contests, but will likely not see a ton of playing time behind the reliable Randolph. While he is still worth owning in deeper Fantasy formats, Davis will likely see a tip in his production with the move to Memphis.
News: Toronto power forward Ed Davis played well on Monday during a loss to Golden State. Davis scored 12 points over 37 minutes as he went 5 of 12 from the field. He was active on the boards with nine rebounds and added three blocks, three assists and a steal for the Raptors in the losing effort.
Analysis: Davis has been extremely consistent over his last five games. He's scored in double figures in all of them to average 14.2 points and is also bringing home 7.8 rebounds and 1.2 blocks per game over that stretch while shooting over 57 percent. Davis has picked up his game due to several injuries the Raptors are dealing with and he can continue to be active in most deeper Fantasy formats.
News: Raptors forward Ed Davis turned in another solid performance as he nearly picked up a double-double during Thursday's contest against the Magic. Davis went 5 of 11 shooting from the field and 2 of 4 from the free throw line as he finished with 12 points and wight rebounds in a 97-95 victory. He also chipped in with three blocked shots and an assist while logging 31 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Davis has scored in double figures in his last nine games and continues to pick up the slack for the Raptors. He is averaging 14.8 points and 8.1 rebounds over that nine-game stretch, which is slightly higher than his seasonal average of 9.5 points and 6.5 boards per game this season. Davis is finally showing what he is capable of doing while seeing starter minutes. He is by far enjoying his most productive season since his rookie season and should be viewed as a solid option in most formats as long as he continues to produce at this rate.
News: Raptors forward Ed Davis turned in another decent performance as he registered his sixth double-double of the season during Friday's contest against the 76ers. Davis played well and scored 12 points in the first half. He was one of three Raptors to score 18 points in a 108-101 overtime defeat. He went 8 of 15 shooting from the field and converted 2 of 3 free throws in the loss. Davis also chipped in with 10 rebounds, six assists, two blocked shots and a steal while logging 42 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Davis, who is averaging less than nine points per contest this season, has scored in double figures in 12 of the last 14 games thus far. He is averaging 13.0 points and 7.8 rebounds over that 14-game stretch. Davis is finally showing what he is capable of doing while seeing starter minutes. He is by far enjoying his most productive season since his rookie season and has posted three of his sixth double-doubles in January. Fantasy owners should keep him active in most formats while as long as he continues to play like this.
News: Toronto power forward Ed Davis recorded a big double-double on Sunday despite a loss to the Bucks. Davis scored 20 points and grabbed 12 rebounds in the game over 36 minutes on the court. He was 8 for 12 from the field and added two assists and a steal in the game for the Raptors.
Analysis: Davis is averaging fewer than nine points per game on the season for the Raptors so he's not going to be around 20 points very often. That said, he has all the ability in the world to keep up this rebounding stretch where's he is picking up nine per game over his last five contests. As long as Davis is rebounding the basketball, he can be active in deeper Fantasy formats. The scoring is simply a bonus.
News: Coach Dwane Casey told Sportsnet.ca. Tuesday that he wants forward Ed Davis to be more aggressive on the offensive end of the court. Casey said he spoke to Davis following his four-point and three-rebound effort against the Thunder last Sunday. "I met with Ed yesterday," Casey said. "I challenged him. I didn't think he brought it against Oklahoma City. He brought it more, competed harder, banged harder, got to the boards harder, a lot of things, screens, taking some of the shots he had [in other games]."
Analysis: Casey also added that thought Davis turns down too many open shots and wants the 23-year-old to look for his shot more frequently on the offensive end. That is music to Fantasy owners ears as most have been waiting for the third-year man out of the University of North Carolina to show what he can do now that he is seeing starter minutes. Davis is averaging 11.6 point, 7.3 rebounds and 1.0 block over his 12 games as a starter and is making 54 percent of his shots from the field over that stretch. As long he is starting, Davis can be considered a decent option in most formats at the center position.
News: Raptors forward Ed Davis had another double-figure scoring game Wednesday against the Trail Blazers, his fourth in five games, in a 102-79 win. Davis shot 9 for 12 from the field for 19 points, while grabbing seven rebounds. He also dished out an assist and had a steal. He is now averaging 13.2 points per game over the last five.
Analysis: Davis has started 10 games in a row in Andrea Bargnani’s absence, and he has injected life into the team. Davis is averaging 12.4 points and 7.1 rebounds per game in this stretch, as the Raptors have amassed an 8-2 record. Davis is starting to flash a more reliable offensive game, and it is leading to his best production since he was a rookie. As long as he remains in the starting lineup, Davis can be considered a solid starting Fantasy option in most formats.
News: Raptors power forward Ed Davis was able to score in double figures for the second consecutive game during Friday's contest against the Magic. He dropped 10 points and snatched six rebounds in a 93-90 victory. He went 4 of 12 shooting from the field and knocked down all two of his free throw attempts on the night. He also chipped in with two steals, two assists and a block in 35 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Davis has calmed down a bit after his 24-point, 12-rebound output on Dec. 12 and has averaged just 8.8 points and 6.6 rebounds while shooting slightly under 50 percent from the field over his last five games. He may be relied on more down low after Jonas Valanciunas was sidelined after suffering a broken finger. Andrea Bargnani is also out with a torn elbow ligament, so Fantasy owners in deeper formats should be grabbing him off waivers at this time.
News: Toronto power forward Ed Davis will see a nice boost in value over the next month or so of action with the Raptors announcing Andrea Bargnani has a torn elbow ligament. Bargnani could miss 1-2 months of action and Davis should be the benefactor of the extra minutes. Davis immediately contributed a game-high 24 points and 12 rebounds Wednesday in a loss to the Nets. He went 11 of 13 from the field in the game over 45 minutes as a starter. Davis added three steals.
Analysis: Davis went off in Wednesday's game as he took the place of Bargnani for the Raptors. He'll give Fantasy owners solid rebounding and field goal percentage and may even score at a nice level for as long as Bargnani is out. Fantasy owners in deeper formats should be grabbing him off waivers at this time.
News: Raptors forward Ed Davis started his first game of the season Wednesday against the Grizzlies, and he managed to score in double figures for the third straight game. David went 3 of 4 from the field and 4 for 4 at the free-throw line, to lead him to 10 points in 28 minutes. The third-year forward added six rebounds and a block, while turning the ball over four times in a 103-82 loss. Davis got the start in place of Andrea Bargnani, who was out with an ankle injury
Analysis: Davis has seen his scoring and rebounding average decrease in each of his three NBA seasons, so hopefully he can keep his recent solid production up. He is averaging just 5.9 points per game, despite shooting 57.8 percent from the field. At this point, he has just low-end Fantasy value unless he can earn a consistent starting job.
News: Raptors power forward Ed Davis scored in double figures for the second consecutive game Tuesday night against the Rockets. He finished with 12 points and four rebounds in the 117-101 loss. He was an efficient 5 for 6 from the floor and made both of his free throws while playing 21 minutes off the bench. Davis also posted a block and a steal in the defeat.
Analysis: Davis has posted double-digit scoring just three times through 15 games as he continues to underwhelm in Fantasy. He is averaging eight points with 5.4 rebounds while shooting 65 percent in the previous five contests, however, and could be on the verge of turning things around. Keep an eye on his status going forward but until Davis proves to be more consistent, leave the 23-year-old for deeper Fantasy formats.
News: Raptors forward Ed Davis turned in one of his more productive performances of the season during Tuesday's contest against the Thunder. Davis finished with six points in the 108-88 defeat, on 2 of 4 shooting from the field. He went 2 of 3 from the free-throw line and also added nine rebounds and one block while logging 21 minutes off the bench.
Analysis: Davis is once again being used as a reserve in Toronto this season and has been seeing around 17 minutes per game thus far. While we would expect that number to get back into the 20-24 minute range once coach Dwane Casey irons our his rotation, Davis' limited minutes have once again resulted in limited production from the 23-year-old. While his ability to block shots, rebound and shoot a high percentage from the field continue to give him value in deeper category-based formats, Davis should not be starting in most Head-to-Head formats at this point in the year.
News: Raptors forward Ed Davis was once again not much of a factor during Monday night's contest against the Magic. Davis finished with nine points in the 117-101 defeat, on 3 of 6 shooting from the field. He did make all three of his free-throw attempts and also added four rebounds, one assist and one block to his stat line, while logging 24 minutes off the bench.
Analysis: Davis had high expectations entering the season, but has been unable to meet most of those so far. Sporadic production and playing time are the two main culprits for his underwhelming season, as his production is down across the board during his sophomore campaign. With the playoffs now here in most leagues, Davis should be considered merely a low-end option at this point in the year.
News: Raptors forward Ed Davis turned in another solid effort on the glass during Saturday night's contest against the Bobcats. Davis finished with 12 rebounds in the 107-103 defeat, to go along with seven points. He made three of his six field-goal attempts and also added four assists and one block to his stat line, while logging 32 minutes of game action.
Analysis: Davis played well Saturday night, but he continues to have a hard time seeing consistent minutes off the bench. The 22-year-old is averaging right around 20 minutes per game, which makes it tough to consistently put up numbers. Unless Davis sees a serious increase in playing time and production, owners should consider the 22-year-old merely a low-end option at this point in the season.
News: Toronto forward Ed Davis erupted off the bench for a career-high-tying 15 rebounds to open the second half of the NBA season on Tuesday night in Houston. Despite the Raptors taking the loss, Davis had the big rebounding night over 22 minutes. He went 2 for 2 from the field to score five points and added a block in the effort.
Analysis: Davis tied his career high on the boards on Tuesday and is averaging 7.6 rebounds over his last five games. He sometimes gets a start, but his minutes usually come in under 25 per game. That limits Davis' Fantasy value. Treat him as a solid option in the deeper formats.
News: Toronto power forward Ed Davis contributed 10 points over 22 bench minutes during Wednesday's win at home over the Pistons. Davis shot 4 of 7 from the field in the game and grabbed six rebounds. He added a blocked shot in the win.
Analysis: Davis has been dancing around a double-double in his last five games but hasn't hit on the jackpot just yet. Still, he's averaging 8.6 points, 6.2 rebounds and a block and steal per game while shooting close to 60 percent over his last five. Davis is a low-end option in 12-team Fantasy leagues, but he's useful in deeper formats.
News: Raptors PF Ed Davis had a solid performance over 29 minutes on Sunday afternoon in a loss to the Lakers. Davis came off the bench to score nine points on 4 of 6 from the field. He grabbed eight rebounds and added a steal in the performance.
Analysis: The 22-year-old Davis has been a solid rebounder in limited time for the Raptors. While playing just 23.6 minutes per game over his last five, Davis is still bringing home 6.4 rebounds per game with 1.4 steals. Unfortunately, he does little else for Fantasy owners. Consider him a low-end option for deeper Fantasy formats.
News: Toronto PF Ed Davis had a solid performance on Sunday in a loss to the Miami Heat. Davis scored eight points and grabbed eight rebounds in the loss over 29 minutes. He went 4 for 5 from the field in the game and added two blocks for the Raptors.
Analysis: Davis has been playing extremely well for the Raptors of late as he's topping his season's averages on a nightly basis. Davis is averaging almost 10 points and nine rebounds per game over his last five. He's seeing more minutes because he's playing so well and also because Andrea Bargnani continues to miss time. As long as that remains the case, Davis can be utilized in deeper Fantasy formats where owners are lacking rebounds and blocked shots.
News: Raptors C Ed Davis was able to notch his first double-double of the season during Tuesday night's contest against the Hawks. Davis finished with 11 points and 11 rebounds in the 100-77 loss, on 4 of 6 shooting from the field. He made all three of his free-throw attempts and also added a steal and block to his stat line, while logging 26 minutes off the bench.
Analysis: Davis has been on the biggest disappointments in Fantasy this season, as he has not been able to match his production from last year. Part of his struggles can be attributed to his inconsistent playing time, although his poor shooting percentage has helped much either. After shooting 57.6 percent from the field during his rookie campaign, Davis is at just 43.9 percent this year. Until the 22-year-old starts producing with a bit more consistency, owners should leave him on the bench in most formats.
News: Raptors F Ed Davis scored just five points on 2 of 3 shooting on Friday, while adding six rebounds and two blocks, as the Raptors lost 96-81 to the Nuggets. He played just 18 minutes off the bench in the loss, adding an assist and a steal to his line.
Analysis: It was actually the highest-scoring performance by Davis in four games, and his best rebounding game in five, which just goes to highlight how much he has struggled recently. The second-year forward was one of the league’s most efficient scorers last season, but he is shooting just 30 percent from the field over his last five games. Much more was expected from the 22-year old, and until he starts to show more of that promise, he should not be relied upon in any Fantasy leagues.
News: Raptors F Ed Davis had another solid rebounding performance in Friday's game against Portland. He hauled in 10 boards, including four on the offensive glass, and scored four points in the 94-84 loss. He went 2 for 5 from the floor while playing 32 minutes as a starter. Davis also chipped in with two blocks, two assists and two steals in the defeat.
Analysis: Davis is averaging nine rebounds in his last five contests but his 35 percent shooting percentage over that span has led to just 5.6 points per contest. He has been starting with Andrea Bargnani injured, but will likely move back to his bench role once he returns. Davis has a ton of talent but until he starts proving his worth on the court, continue to ignore him in all but the deepest of Fantasy formats.
News: Toronto F Ed Davis got the start on Friday night against the Pacers in place of the injured Andrea Bargnani. He scored six points and hauled in a season-high 10 rebounds in the 95-90 loss. He went 2 for 8 from the floor and converted both of his free throw attempts while playing 30 minutes. Davis also chipped in with three assists and a block in the defeat.
Analysis: Davis has scored in double figures just twice in 12 games and is not rebounding as much as he did during his rookie campaign. The Raptors have been waiting for him to breakout and he should continue to start as long as Bargnani is out. Keep an eye on the situation going forward but until he starts proving his worth on the court, leave Davis for deeper Fantasy formats.
News: Toronto forward Ed Davis got the start on Friday night in place of the injured Andrea Bargnani. Davis has been coming off the bench for the Raptors, and could get more starts if Bargnani misses any more time.
Analysis: Davis has been getting around 20 minutes per game this season for Toronto. On the season he's averaging 5.5 points and 5.0 boards per contest. He's been picking up some of the slack on the glass this season and with more playing time he could post some nice numbers. Fantasy owners in daily formats may want to get him active this weekend if Bargnani misses more than one game. Once he goes back to the bench Davis will go back to being a low-end forward option in deeper leagues.
News: Toronto PF Ed Davis had a decent game off the bench on Tuesday in a loss at Washington. Davis grabbed nine rebounds over 21 minutes as he shot 1 for 2 from the field to score five points. Davis added three blocked shots for the Raptors in the defeat against the Wizards.
Analysis: Davis has seen consistently around 20 minutes per game this season for the Raptors. He's not a big scoring threat, but is averaging 6.2 rebounds and a block per game over his last five contests. Davis has plenty of Fantasy appeal in the deeper formats due to his big-man statistics.
News: Toronto PF Ed Davis came off the bench for 23 minutes on Wednesday night in a blowout win over Cleveland. Davis shot well as he went 4 of 7 from the field to score eight points. He grabbed seven rebounds and added an assist in his performance.
Analysis: Davis gets around 15-20 minutes per night for Toronto after six games. He's not a big-time scorer and has been getting mediocre rebounding numbers as well. Until he shows improvement, he's just a low-end Fantasy option useful only in the deeper leagues.
News: After scoring 14 points in the season opener, Raptors F Ed Davis came crashing down in his second game. He put up just two points in Toronto’s 90-85 loss to the Pacers. He made one-of-two shots from the field and had just three rebounds in 20 minutes off the bench.
Analysis: This is certainly a disappointment after how well he played in the first game of the season, and Fantasy owners might have to get used to some up-and-downs from Davis as he comes off the bench for Toronto. The most troubling sign from the game was the lack of rebounds from Davis, who we expect much more from on the glass. Keep an eye on his progress going forward as he could end up a starter at some point this season, but he’ll have to earn it with better games than this one. For now, view Davis as more of a low-end Fantasy option but don't be surprised if he ends up being a starter on some owner's rosters.
News: Raptors F Ed Davis had a solid showing in Monday's series opener against the Cavaliers. Playing 18 minutes off the bench, he scored 14 points and hauled in seven rebounds in the 104-96 win. He shot a perfect 7 for 7 from the field. Davis also recorded two blocks and two steals in the victory.
Analysis: Toronto is expecting big things from Davis this season and he sure looked good on Monday. He was able to clean up a couple of his rebounds with some nice dunks and appears to be figuring things out offensively in his second year out of North Carolina. Keep an eye on his progress going forward as he could end up a starter at some point this season. For now, view Davis as more of a low-end Fantasy option but don't be surprised if he ends up being a starter on some owner's rosters.
News: Raptors F Ed Davis, who started 17 games as a rookie, came off the bench in both of the Raptors’ preseason games and appears likely to begin the season coming off the bench. In two preseason games, Davis averaged 9.5 points and nine rebounds.
Analysis: Davis, who played both center and power forward last year, averaged 7.7 points, 7.1 rebounds and a block per contest during his rookie campaign. It is surprising to see him coming off the bench under new coach Dwane Casey, but we do expect him to see a boost in minutes played from the 24.6 per-game he averaged last year. With guaranteed minutes, Davis has the potential to be a double-double player every night. Consider him a late-round selection with a ton of upside on Draft Day.
News: Raptors coach Dwane Casey told the Toronto Sun on Saturday that he plans on using F Ed Davis exclusively at PF this season. Davis, who played both center and forward last year, averaged 7.7 points, 7.1 rebounds and a block per contest during his rookie campaign.
Analysis: Davis averaged just under 17 Fantasy points per game during his rookie campaign, but he was limited by his knee injury and playing out of position. However, the 22-year-old showed up to camp this year at a bulked up weight of 233 pounds and is expecting to an increased role under Casey. Fantasy owners should keep an eye on how he fares during training camp over the next few weeks. With guaranteed minutes, Davis has the potential to be a double-double player every night. Consider him a late-round selection with a ton of upside on Draft Day.
News: Toronto F Ed Davis spent the offseason working on adding weight to his frame, to help him handle the rigors of being a full-time post player in the NBA. According to The Toronto Sun, Davis was down to 216 pounds by the end of his rookie season, and has bulked up to 233 pounds in preparation for an expanded role. The report speculates that Davis could see more time at center, as the Raptors are expected to use F Andrea Bargnani more at the power forward position in 2011-12.
Analysis: Davis could have been a more useful option for Fantasy players in 2010-11 had he played more minutes. He was one of the best rebounders in the league on a per-minute basis, especially on the offensive glass, but only averaged 24 minutes per game. Still, he averaged almost eight pounds and 7.1 rebounds per game in his limited action. The news that he’s added weight in anticipation of playing more in the middle could be big for his Fantasy value, as he would have even more opportunities to grab boards and score on easy put backs. Davis has the potential to be a double-double player every night, and that sort of potential makes him an intriguing late-round sleeper on Draft Day.
News: The Raptors have picked up team options on guard-forward DeMar DeRozan and forwards James Johnson and Ed Davis. The club announced the moves involving all three players on Friday. Davis has his third year option exercised after averaging 7.7 points and 7.1 rebounds in 65 appearances last season. He was first among NBA records at 57.6 percent field-goal shooting.
Analysis: Davis averaged just under 17 Fantasy points per game during his rookie campaign, but he was limited by his knee injury. He did carve out a niche down the stretch of the year, so the Raptors have some decisions ahead of them. There have been rumblings that Andrea Bargnani is not the answer and might be trade bait this offseason. Davis could see an increased role in his sophomore season, which is why he should be on many Fantasy owner's radars this fall. Davis should be viewed as a late-round selection on Draft Day, with plenty of upside.
News: Raptors forward Ed Davis started his rookie campaign off slow as he injured his right knee before training camp. Davis underwent surgery on Sept. 20 to repair a torn meniscus in his knee. It took him some time to carve out some playing time in Toronto, but by the end of the season was getting some quality minutes. In April he averaged 12.9 points, 9.0 rebounds and 1.0 block over eight games. Davis saw 34 minutes per outing as the Raptors rested many of the team's injured players down the stretch. His career-high is 22 points and 15 boards, respectively.
Analysis: Davis averaged just under 17 Fantasy points per game during his rookie campaign, but he was limited by his knee injury. He did carve out a niche down the stretch of the year, so the Raptors have some decisions ahead of them. There have been rumblings that Andrea Bargnani is not the answer and might be trade bait this offseason. Davis could see an increased role in his sophomore season, which is why he should be on many Fantasy owner's radars this fall. Davis should be viewed as a late-round selection on Draft Day, with plenty of upside.
News: Toronto rookie Ed Davis had a season-high 22 points and grabbed 13 rebounds for the Raptors. It wouldn't be enough though as the Knicks beat the Raptors, 131-118. Davis got to play 39 minutes after Andrea Bargnani left the game after just eight minutes of action after he aggravated his ankle injury. Davis shot 10 for 14 from the floor for the Raptors. He added one block and one steal.
Analysis: Davis may see more action if Bargnani is shut down or is limited the rest of the season, making him an intriguing pickup. He's averaging 14.0 points and 9.2 boards over his last five contests, while shooting 66.7 percent from the field. Toronto is beat up with injuries, so Davis could be the best option moving forward. Fantasy owners should consider him a low-end option at this stage of the season, but could be worth the gamble.
News: Raptors F Ed Davis turned in another pedestrian performance in Monday's 123-90 loss to the Nuggets. Davis finished with just three points in the contest on 1 of 5 shooting from the field. He went 1 of 2 at the charity stripe and also chipped in with five rebounds and two blocks while logging 22 minutes off the bench. Davis is averaging just 3.0 points and 4.6 rebounds over his last five contests.
Analysis: The return of Reggie Evans has really impacted Davis' production in a negative way. The rookie has seen a serious cut in playing time and has now failed to score in double figures in five straight contests. He is only averaging 4.6 rebounds over that stretch as well, and seems to have gotten lost in the shuffle on Toronto's bench at the moment. Amir Johnson did go down with another ankle injury, which could open up more minutes for Davis, although it didn't seem to the first time around. Unless Davis' minutes and production start to increase in a hurry, his value will remain minimal over the last few weeks of the season.
News: Raptors F Amir Johnson (ankle) was held out of Sunday's game against Charlotte. It was his second straight absence after spraining his left ankle on Wednesday against Utah. Ed Davis was given a start in his place. Davis managed eight points and six rebounds in Sunday's game against the Bobcats.
Analysis: Johnson is considered day-to-day. There is upside here with Davis, who is averaging 11.2 points and 9.0 rebounds over his last five games -- even with Amir Johnson healthy for much of that time. With a three-game slate ahead of him in Week 21 (March 14-20), Fantasy owners should consider Davis merely a low-end starting option in Fantasy for now.
News: Not only did Toronto F Ed Davis register his sixth double-double of the year in Saturday's game against the Nets in London, but he set a new career-high on the glass in the process. Davis scored 12 points on 4 of 6 shooting from the floor, also hitting half of the eight free-throws he attempted. He pulled down a career-high 15 rebounds -- seven offensively -- on the afternoon while stealing two passes and assisting on a score in 31 minutes of playing time.
Analysis: Davis has taken a bit longer than some thought to blossom into an NBA big man, but he's becoming consistent in the second-half of his rookie season after leaving North Carolina early in 2010. He is using his height to establish position when given the opportunity to play, and he's averaging more than six points and rebounds per game in just over 16 minutes. Davis has a ways to go on the offensive end of the floor, but those skills can be attained with experience. Fantasy owners should keep their eyes on the 21-year-old as he heads into the home-stretch of his first pro season on a high note. Davis is a low-end Fantasy option now, but he has solid upside for the future.
News: With Andrea Bargnani out with the flu, Raptors center Ed Davis sound himself in the starting lineup for Sunday's 114-96 loss to the Mavericks. Davis, who was making his fourth start of the season, scored eight points in the contest on 4 of 6 shooting from the field. He also grabbed five rebounds and finished with three assists and three blocks.
Analysis: Davis has played well during his rookie campaign and continues to see his minutes increase as the losses pile up in Toronto. He continues to see around 22 minutes off the bench and can be a decent cheap source for rebounds and blocks. Davis needs to develop his offensive game if he wants to go to the next level, but keep in mind he is only 21. Continue to view him as a solid low-end Fantasy option moving forward.
News: Toronto F Ed Davis did not get off to the kind of start he had expected in his rookie campaign. After dealing with a knee injury during the preseason, the 21-year-old started out in the D-League before making his NBA debut on Dec. 1. He has not missed a game since then but his production has been sporadic. He has scored in double figures nine times in 39 games, but he has started to pick up his production of late. He entered the All-Star break averaging 5.8 points with 10 rebounds and 0.8 blocks in his last five games, while shooting nearly 67 percent from the field over that span.
Analysis: Off-season knee surgery delayed Davis' debut this season but he has shown flashes of being a nice young player that Toronto can build around. He averaged 6.3 points, 4.2 rebounds and 22.1 minutes heading into the break, but those numbers would obviously increase if he can see more minutes a game. Fantasy owners knew that his defense was NBA ready, so now he will have to develop his offensive game to take the next step. Keep an eye on how the former Tar Heel does down the stretch to gauge his value for next season. As of now though, Davis should only be considered in deeper Fantasy leagues.
News: Toronto forward Ed Davis posted 13 points and a career-high 14 rebounds in the Raptors' 98-93 victory over the Clippers on Sunday. Davis connected on 6 of 8 from the field to register his fifth double-double of the season and second in his last eight games. Davis also added three blocks -- the sixth time this season he has swatted at least three shots -- and an assist in a season-high 36 minutes.
Analysis: Davis returned to the bench after getting the start for then-injured Amir Johnson in Friday's game against Portland, but he continued his recent surge on the glass. The rookie has now hauled in double digits in rebounds in back-to-back games for the second time this season and is averaging 9.2 boards in his last five outings. With Johnson back in the lineup, he will stay on the bench and make for a low-end Fantasy option in deeper leagues.
News: Raptors F Ed Davis got the start on Friday night against the Trail Blazers with Amir Johnson (ankle) injured and put up some decent numbers. He scored just six points but hauled in a career-high 13 rebounds, including seven on the offensive glass, in the 102-96 loss. He went 3 of 6 from the field but missed both of his free throw attempts. Davis, who played 28 minutes, also had an assist and a steal in the defeat.
Analysis: Davis has been a bit of a disappointment since being taken in the first round of the 2010 draft but he had a solid game on Friday night. Rebounding has not been much of a problem for the rookie but scoring continues to be. He is averaging just 3.4 points over his last five contests with seven rebounds. Davis is likely headed back to the bench once Johnson is healthy so Fantasy owners should use him while they can. Once he is back in his usual role, Davis will have minimal Fantasy value.
News: Raptors rookie forward Ed Davis recorded his fourth double-double of his young career in Saturday's 103-87 loss to the Timberwolves. Davis did most of his damage during garbage time, but still finished with 15 points and 11 rebounds. He went 1 for 4 from the free-throw line and committed just one turnover while logging 25 minutes off the bench.
Analysis: Davis has continued to see around 23 minutes game in the month of January and is averaging 6.3 points and 6.3 rebounds over that stretch. The rookie out of North Carolina has shown flashes of his potential so far this season, however, has also struggled at times. While the future does look bright for Davis in the coming years, he should continue to be viewed as nothing more than a low-end Fantasy option until he sees an increase in minutes and production.
News: Toronto forward Ed Davis has played about 30 minutes in his last two contest for the Raptors. In those two outings, Davis is averaging 13.0 points and 10.0 boards. He scored 11 points and grabbed a career-high 12 rebounds in Monday's 85-81 loss to New Orleans. The rookie shot 5 for 8 from the field and connected on his lone foul shot. Davis would add two blocks for the Raptors, which used only eight players.
Analysis: Between injuries and Davis finally being healthy, the rookie is getting more time on the court. With longer stints on the court, Davis has been able to produce for the Raptors and Fantasy owners. Davis is one of the young players Toronto can use in it's frontcourt and he has some potential. While he's still developing and adjusting to the NBA, Davis should be on the radar for Fantasy owners. He's still just a low-end forward option in deeper category-based formats, but he could garner more attention as the season goes on.
News: Toronto rookie forward Ed Davis has been averaging 20 minutes a game over his last five outings. He has been contributing for the Raptors as well, which led to his 15 point and eight rebound performance on Saturday against Washington. Davis played 29 minutes in the game. He shot 7 for 11 form the field and hit his lone foul shot. He added a block and an assist, but the Raptors would lose to the Wizards, 98-95.
Analysis: Davis is averaging 7.8 points, 1.6 blocks and 4.2 boards per game over his last five outings. The rookie out of North Carolina is one of the young players the Raptors have for their frontcourt, and he's been getting some quality minutes this year. While Davis has potential to post solid outings like this, he's still adjusting to the NBA. Fantasy owners should continue to view him as a low-end forward option in the deepest of formats.
News: Raptors forward Ed Davis has been seeing a decent amount of minutes off the bench. He's averaging around 21 minutes a game and logged 24 on Friday against the Celtics. He shot 4 for 6 from the field and missed both his foul shots, finishing with eight points. The rookie added two rebounds, a steal and two blocks for the Raptors. Toronto would lost the game, 122-102 to Boston.
Analysis: Davis has been getting his minutes, but has done nothing with them. Since he recorded a double-double back on Dec. 28, Davis is averaging 5.6 points, 1.6 blocks and 5.4 rebounds per game. Toronto has seen plenty of injuries this season -- Davis included in them -- but now he's healthy and getting some playing time. Continue to view Davis as just a low-end Fantasy forward, with an upside at this point.
News: Raptors center Ed Davis scored a career-high 17 points to go along with 12 rebounds in Tuesday's 95-83 win over the Mavericks. Davis shot 6 of 8 from the field in the contest while logging 31 minutes off the bench. He went 5 of 8 from the charity stripe and also chipped in with three steals and three blocks.
Analysis: Davis has been seeing more minutes of late with the all the injuries the Raptors have been dealing with. The rookie out of North Carolina has shown flashes of his potential so far this season but will likely see his playing time cut drastically once Toronto gets healthy. Continue to view Davis as just a low-end Fantasy forward, with upside at this point.
News: Toronto PF Ed Davis got the start on Wednesday with Andrea Bargnani a last-minute scratch against the Bulls. Davis played 31 minutes and was very efficient from the field. He shot 5 of 9 and scored 10 points. Davis contributed a double-double with 10 rebounds and added a blocked shot as well.
Analysis: The double-double for Davis is great news for his long-term value. That said, he's going to go back to the bench once Bargnani returns. He may have earned some extra run, but until he proves it on the court, his Fantasy value will remain mostly on the lower end of the spectrum.
News: Toronto rookie forward Ed Davis has played in seven games now this year and is being eased into the rotation. He injured his right knee before training camp and had surgery in September. Davis scored three points and grabbed five rebounds in his 12 minutes of action. He shot 1 for 3 from the field and connected on 1 of his 2 foul shots. He also registered a block in Toronto's 120-116 win over Detroit.
Analysis: Davis is averaging 5.5 points and 5.3 rebounds so far this season. He's still getting used to his teammates and playing with a brace on his knee. While the rookie has potential and room to grow in Toronto, there are other Raptors vying for those same minutes Davis wants. For now, Fantasy owners should monitor Davis. Until he starts producing and getting more playing time, he's not worth owning just yet.
News: Toronto PF Ed Davis played 24 minutes in his debut for the Raptors against Washington. He scored 11 points and grabbed six rebounds in that game with two blocks. Davis, however, has seen his playing time limited in his last two games. He played just 17 minutes on Sunday against New York and scored six points with eight rebounds of 2 for 3 shooting.
Analysis: Davis, a rookie out of North Carolina, is going to get Fantasy owners anywhere from 4-8 rebounds per game as long as he's seeing double digits in minutes. That said, he's going to be inconsistent and barely worth owning in Fantasy until he gets more time on the floor.
News: Despite an impressive debut in which he had 11 points, six rebounds and two blocks in 24 minutes Wednesday against the Wizards, Raptors rookie PF Ed Davis isn't guaranteed a consistent role in the rotation, according to the National Post. “[His quantity of playing time] will largely depend on how he performs when he’s on the floor,” coach Jay Triano said. “I can’t jeopardize the work and the effort of the others guys that are out there in order to have him live and learn through mistakes. If he plays well and he plays hard, I can live through a couple mistakes. But I can’t have the rest of the team suffer while he adjusts to playing in the NBA.”
Analysis: Davis, the 13th overall pick in this summer's draft, has a golden opportunity to step up for the Raptors with Reggie Evans sidelined two months by a foot injury. The two primary replacements for Evans, Amir Johnson and Joey Dorsey, have done little so far, so if Davis keeps performing like he did Wednesday, his minutes will come. He's worth a flier in deeper leagues because of his potential.
News: Raptors rookie Ed Davis made his season debut Wednesday against the Wizards, collecting 11 points, six rebounds and two blocked shots in 24 minutes. Toronto's first-round pick last June, Davis injured his right knee before training camp and had surgery in September. He played with a heavy black brace on his leg. "A little nervous at first but after I got down the court a couple of times the jitters wore off," Davis said. Raptors coach Jay Triano said he was pleased with Davis' effort. "He's got that look about him where it doesn't look like he's giving you [much], but then all of a sudden he's at the rim blocking shots," Triano said.
Analysis: Davis is a rookie out of the University of North Carolina. He is going to be a reserve for the Raptors this season while healthy and has no real Fantasy appeal at this time. Keep him off Fantasy rosters barring an unexpected significant role.
News: The Kings waived swingman Antoine Wright on Monday. Wright averaged just 4.4 minutes over seven appearances for Sacramento this season. To take his place on the roster, Ed Davis was recalled from the NBDL.
Analysis: Davis is a rookie out of the University of North Carolina. He is going to be a reserve for the Raptors this season while healthy and has no real Fantasy appeal even when he returns. Keep him off Fantasy rosters barring an unexpected significant role.
News: Toronto assigns PF Ed Davis (knee) to the D-League on Monday. Davis is recovering from knee surgery and this could be one of the last steps before he makes him debut for the Raptors.
Analysis: Davis was expected to be a key reserve this season as a rookie as they fill the void left by Chris Bosh. As of right now Davis has very little Fantasy appeal, however. He should only be monitored by owners, once he returns, to see if he's worth adding in deeper formats. Until then leave him on the waiver wire.
News: Toronto forward Ed Davis (knee) hasn't played yet this season as he's been dealing with a knee injury. According to the Toronto Sun, Davis now has a lighter brace on his knee, which makes him closer to making his NBA debut with the Raptors. He went through his first full contact practice on Monday and could return next week.
Analysis: The news that Davis is close to making his debut is great for the Raptors. He was expected to be a key reserve this season as a rookie as they fill the void left by Chris Bosh. As of right now Davis has very little Fantasy appeal. He should only be monitored by owners, once he returns, to see if he's worth adding in deeper formats. Until then leave him on the waiver wire.
News: Toronto PF Ed Davis (knee) worked a little three-on-three competition on Tuesday, reports the Toronto Star. Davis still has no concrete timetable for a return but he is still weeks away. He will need a lot more time to get up to speed, even when he can return to the court. Davis is still at least 2-3 weeks away from returning to action.
Analysis: Davis is a rookie out of the University of North Carolina. He is going to be a reserve for the Raptors this season while healthy and has no real Fantasy appeal even when he returns.
News: Raptors F Ed Davis missed his team's preseason debut against the Suns on Wednesday. Davis underwent surgery on Sept. 20 to repair a torn meniscus in his right knee.
Analysis: Davis is not expected to be able to return to action until likely mid-November at the earliest. He is going to be a reserve for the Raptors this season while healthy and has no real Fantasy appeal.
