Grizzlies' Santi Aldama: Three rejections in Sunday's win
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Aldama racked up 15 points (7-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt), eight rebounds, three assists, three blocks and one steal in 33 minutes off the bench during Sunday's 103-98 victory over the Nets.
The fifth-year big has multiple blocks in three of the last seven games since shifting back to the second unit, but he failed to record one at all in the other four contests. Over that seven-game stretch, Aldama is averaging 12.7 points, 7.1 boards, 3.4 assists, 1.4 threes and 1.3 blocks in 29.3 minutes.
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Grizzlies' Santi Aldama: Non-factor in loss
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Aldama recorded seven points (3-8 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and three rebounds across 22 minutes during Wednesday's 117-98 loss to Phoenix.
Aldama had one of his worst performances of the season, logging under 25 minutes for the second straight game. While generally viewed as a must-roster player, Aldama's production over the past two weeks has left a little to be desired. During that time, he has averaged 12.1 points, 7.4 rebounds and 2.0 combined steals and blocks, leaving him outside the top 130 in nine-category leagues.
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Grizzlies' Santi Aldama: Iffy for Wednesday
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Aldama is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Suns with right ankle soreness.
This is a new injury for Aldama, and he must have tweaked his ankle Tuesday against the Spurs. During that game, Aldama finished with 10 points (3-10 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 3-3 FT), nine rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 24 minutes. If Aldama is unable to play, the Grizzlies may need to lean on some smaller lineups.
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Grizzlies' Santi Aldama: Records double-double in bench role
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Aldama logged 12 points (4-13 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 10 rebounds, seven assists and one steal across 31 minutes during Sunday's 120-114 loss to the Lakers.
Aldama made an appearance despite holding an injury tag leading up to the game, and his shift to the second unit allowed Jock Landale to post a decent total with the first unit. Aldama logged 31 minutes, so it appears that his reported ankle injury isn't that serious. Aside from the near-miss, Aldama's attendance record has been perfect. He's appeared in all 35 games this season and was a starter in eight of them.
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Grizzlies' Santi Aldama: Starting Tuesday vs. Utah
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Aldama is in the Grizzlies' starting lineup against the Jazz on Tuesday.
Aldama will start for the fourth time in December while Jock Landale heads to the bench for Tuesday's contest. Aldama scored a career-high 37 points in the Grizzlies' loss to the Wizards on Saturday and has scored at least 22 points in three of his last six outings.
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Grizzlies' Santi Aldama: Not starting Saturday
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Aldama is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's game versus the Wizards.
Aldama will return to the second unit with Cam Spencer active, so Aldama's minutes will likely be reduced to the mid-20s Saturday evening. As a reserve this season, Aldama owns averages of 12.1 points, 6.5 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 1.2 triples and 1.0 steals per game.
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Grizzlies' Santi Aldama: Quiet outing in win
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Aldama produced three points (1-5 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds, two assists and one steal across 31 minutes during Monday's 121-103 victory over the Clippers.
Despite starting a second straight game in Zach Edey's (ankle) absence, Aldama had one of his worst performances of the season, which can primarily be attributed to the respective scoring explosions of Jaren Jackson (31) and Cam Spencer (27). After dropping exactly 22 points in his last two appearances, Aldama cooled off but will look to bounce back Wednesday against the Timberwolves.
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Grizzlies' Santi Aldama: Scores 22 in starting role
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Aldama provided 22 points (8-15 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 2-4 FT), seven rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 36 minutes during Friday's 130-126 loss to the Jazz.
Aldama moved to the starting lineup ahead of Friday's matchup due to the absence of Zach Edey (ankle), and the Spaniard posted an impressive line while handling a heavy workload. Aldama has scored at least 20 points in each of his three starts this season, and he might remain in that role as long as Edey is sidelined.
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Grizzlies' Santi Aldama: Will start Friday
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Aldama will start against the Jazz on Friday.
With Zach Edey (ankle) sidelined, Aldama will get the starting nod for the first time since Nov. 22. Over two starts this season, the 24-year-old big man has averaged 24.5 points, 6.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.5 blocks across 31.5 minutes per contest.
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Grizzlies' Santi Aldama: Quiet off bench in loss
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Aldama ended with four points (1-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, five assists and one block in 24 minutes during Tuesday's 126-119 loss to the Spurs.
It was a pedestrian effort by Aldama, whose path to a more prominent role is blocked by the frontcourt presences of both Jaren Jackson and Zach Edey. Aldama has averaged 13.0 points, 6.5 rebounds, 3.1 assists, 0.9 steals and 0.8 blocks per contest in 22 games this season, so he still is doing enough to remain worth rostering in most fantasy leagues.
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Grizzlies' Santi Aldama: Game-high 29 points in win
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Aldama tallied 29 points (11-18 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 2-3 FT), five rebounds, three assists and two blocks over 28 minutes during the Grizzlies' 137-96 win over the Kings on Thursday.
Aldama made the most of his opportunity Thursday, when he made his first start of the regular season due to Jaren Jackson (ankle) being sidelined. Aldama reached the 20-point threshold for the first time this season while finishing with a game-high plus-28 point differential, and his five three-pointers were also a season high. The fifth-year pro will likely remain in the Grizzlies' starting lineup Saturday against the Kings if Jackson is not cleared to return.
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Grizzlies' Santi Aldama: Making first start of season
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Aldama is in the Grizzlies' starting lineup against the Kings on Thursday, Sean Cunningham of Fox 40 Sacramento reports.
Aldama will make his first start of the 2025-26 regular season Thursday due to the absence of Jaren Jackson (ankle). Across nine games since Nov. 2, Aldama has averaged 13.9 points, 6.0 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 0.8 steals over 26.7 minutes per game. He should see an expanded role on offense, as the Grizzlies will be without their top stars in Jackson and Ja Morant (calf).
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Grizzlies' Santi Aldama: Double-doubles in loss
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Aldama totaled 12 points (5-9 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 0-2 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists and one steal over 25 minutes during Saturday's 108-100 loss to the Cavaliers.
Aldama recorded his second double-double of the season, tallying double-digit points for the eighth consecutive game. As has been the case for the past couple of years, Aldama simply continues to find a way to put up fantasy value. Zach Edey made his return to the lineup; however, Ja Morant left the game early with a calf complaint. If Morant misses further time, Aldama should be able to maintain standard league value, at least for the time being.
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Grizzlies' Santi Aldama: Good to go Sunday
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Aldama (shoulder) is available for Sunday's game against the Thunder.
Aldama will shed his questionable tag due to left shoulder soreness and suit up Sunday. Over his last five outings, the 24-year-old has averaged 13.0 points and 5.0 rebounds while shooting 39.0 percent from the field in 26.2 minutes per contest.
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Grizzlies' Santi Aldama: Questionable to play Sunday
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Aldama is questionable for Sunday's game against the Thunder due to shoulder soreness.
Aldama has been a productive player for the Grizzlies this season, averaging 12.0 points, 6.3 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.1 steals across 25.0 minutes per game in 10 appearances. If he doesn't suit up Sunday, look for the Grizzlies to turn to Vince Williams, John Konchar or even Charles Bassey for extra minutes in the frontcourt.
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Grizzlies' Santi Aldama: Puts up season-high 15 points
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Aldama totaled 15 points (5-14 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds and two assists over 28 minutes during Sunday's 117-104 loss to the Raptors.
The big man took on a significant role off the bench in the absence of Ja Morant (suspension), putting up a season-high 15 points. Aldama's upside took a big hit this preseason when Jaren Jackson was cleared to return from toe surgery, and his production has been rather spotty as a result. Aldama has still averaged 11.0 points, 7.4 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.3 steals in 24.7 minutes per contest in seven games this season, so he remains worth holding in most leagues.
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Grizzlies' Santi Aldama: Logs double-double from bench
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Aldama amassed 14 points (6-12 FG, 2-5 3Pt), 10 rebounds, five assists and three steals across 31 minutes during Wednesday's 114-113 win over the Suns.
Aldama spent some time on the injury report this week but has yet to miss a game. The fifth-year pro hasn't been able to grab a firm hold of a starting role during his tenure with the Grizzlies, but he has come through again and again when needed to fill gaps due to injury. Right now, Aldama can use his versatility to fill in at a few different positions, but one of those portals will close when Zach Edey (ankle) returns later this year.
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Grizzlies' Santi Aldama: Iffy for Wednesday
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Aldama (shoulder) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Suns.
Aldama is dealing with a shoulder injury, which could keep him sidelined. He's had a decent start to the season thus far, averaging 10.3 points, 7.0 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.0 blocks per game while shooting 47.4 percent from the field and 28.6 percent from beyond the arc.
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Grizzlies' Santi Aldama: Good to go Saturday
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Aldama (knee) is available for Saturday's game against Indiana.
Aldama will shed his questionable tag due to right knee soreness and suit up Saturday. The 24-year-old has appeared in both of Memphis' games thus far, averaging 9.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, 1.0 assists, 1.0 steals, 1.0 blocks and 0.5 three-pointers in 22.0 minutes per contest.
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Grizzlies' Santi Aldama: Questionable Saturday
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Aldama (knee) is questionable to play in Saturday's game against the Pacers.
Aldama is in danger of missing his first game of the 2025-26 campaign while nursing a knee issue. He's coming off a decent all-around performance against the Pelicans, posting five points, six rebounds, two assists, two blocks and a steal in 24 minutes. If he can't play Saturday, the team will likely pivot to Olivier-Maxence Prosper and GG Jackson to help shoulder the load in the frontcourt.
