Grizzlies' Javon Small: Caps off season with 18 points
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Small (thigh) ended with 18 points (7-19 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, two steals and one assist across 26 minutes during Sunday's 132-101 loss to the Rockets.
Small, who signed a two-year, two-way contract with Memphis last summer after going undrafted out of West Virginia, helped pick up the slack for the depleted Grizzlies down the stretch. The guard had missed the Grizzlies' previous four games due to a left thigh contusion but shed the injury tag ahead of the season finale. Overall, Small averaged 9.7 points, 3.7 assists, 3.1 rebounds and 1.5 three-pointers in 20.2 minutes per game while shooting 46.5 percent from the field over his 41 appearances for Memphis. Despite acquitting himself well when he was available, Small could face an uphill battle to earn a consistent role on a healthier Grizzlies club in 2026-27.
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Grizzlies' Javon Small: Cleared to play Sunday
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Small (thigh) is available for Sunday's game against the Rockets.
Small missed three straight games due to a left thigh contusion before being cleared to return against the Jazz on Friday. He didn't end up playing against Utah, though Adama Bal (ankle) will hit the inactive list Sunday, so Small could return to the rotation and see significant minutes for the shorthanded Grizzlies.
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Grizzlies' Javon Small: Likely to suit up Sunday
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Small (thigh) is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Rockets.
Small was made available ahead of Friday's loss to Utah following a three-game stint on the inactive list, though he didn't see the floor. The rookie second-rounder is likely to suit up for Sunday's regular-season finale and could see increased playing time if Walter Clayton (hip) or Adama Bal (ankle) is ruled out.
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Grizzlies' Javon Small: Will play Friday
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Small (thigh) is available for Friday's game against the Jazz.
Small will shed his questionable tag and return from a three-game absence due to a left thigh contusion. The Grizzlies will be very shorthanded, so the rookie second-rounder is expected to see significant burn. He has started each of his last seven appearances, during which he has averaged 12.1 points, 3.9 assists, 3.7 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 25.3 minutes per showing.
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Grizzlies' Javon Small: Questionable for Friday
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Small (thigh) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Jazz.
Small is in jeopardy of missing a fourth straight game due to a left thigh contusion. Adama Bal, Lucas Williamson and Jahmai Mashack would be candidates for increased burn if Small is ruled out.
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Grizzlies' Javon Small: Out again Wednesday
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Small (thigh) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game in Denver.
This will be Small's third consecutive game on the inactive list, and it's not encouraging that he continues to get ruled out a day in advance of tipoff. For now, he should be considered highly questionable for Friday's game in Utah.
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Grizzlies' Javon Small: Won't play Monday
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Small (thigh) is out for Monday's game against the Cavaliers.
Small is now going to be in street clothes for both ends of this back-to-back set with a bruised left thigh. With the Grizzlies ravaged by injuries, Lucas Williamson and Adama Bal should see extra opportunities in the backcourt Monday.
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Grizzlies' Javon Small: Ruled out for Sunday
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Small (thigh) is out for Sunday's game against the Bucks.
Small is going to miss the front end of this back-to-back set, and it's likely maintenance related. If that's the case, he could be back to face the Cavaliers on Monday.
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Grizzlies' Javon Small: Solid numbers against Toronto
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Small logged 14 points (5-11 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 2-3 FT), six rebounds and four assists across 27 minutes during Friday's 128-96 loss to the Raptors.
The rookie guard has gotten the start in seven straight appearances for the injury-ravaged Grizzlies, and Small is taking advantage of the opportunity. Over that stretch, the 2025 second-round pick in averaging 12.1 points, 3.9 assists, 3.7 boards, 2.0 threes and 1.0 steals in 25.3 minutes while shooting 57.4 percent from the floor and 46.7 percent from beyond the arc.
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Grizzlies' Javon Small: Off injury report
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Small (back) isn't listed on the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.
Small missed Monday's loss to the Suns due to lower-back soreness, though he's set to return to action Wednesday. The rookie second-rounder has started each of his last five appearances, during which he has averaged 11.6 points, 4.0 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.2 steals in 25.0 minutes per contest. His return will leave fewer minutes available for guys like Adama Bal and DeJon Jarreau.
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Grizzlies' Javon Small: Ruled out Monday
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Small (back) won't play Monday against Phoenix.
Small was tabbed as doubtful on the team's initial injury report for Monday's clash, so this update comes as no surprise. His next chance to suit up will arrive Wednesday against the Knicks.
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Grizzlies' Javon Small: Unlikely to play Monday
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Small (back) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Suns.
After suiting up in three straight games, Small is expected to miss Monday's contest due to lower-back soreness. The Grizzlies will be extremely shorthanded in the backcourt, opening up playing time for the likes of Walter Clayton (ankle), Cam Spencer and Adama Bal.
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Grizzlies' Javon Small: Scores 14 points with five dimes
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Small finished with 14 points (6-9 FG, 2-3 3Pt), three rebounds, five assists and one steal over 25 minutes during Friday's 119-109 loss to the Rockets.
Small got off to a hot start, dropping in 12 points on six shots through the first half of action, but the Rockets did a good job of shutting him down after halftime. Over the past four games, Small has generated averages of 13.0 points, 4.5 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 2.0 three-pointers per contest.
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Grizzlies' Javon Small: Available to play
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Small (back) is available for Wednesday's meeting with the Spurs.
Small is back after a one-game absence, and he will likely start versus San Antonio. Small's return could mean fewer minutes for DeJon Jarreau.
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Grizzlies' Javon Small: In starting five
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Small is part of the first unit for Wednesday's game against the Spurs.
Small was dealing with a back injury pregame, but he was cleared to play and will, in fact, make his eighth start of the campaign. As a starter, Small is averaging 14.9 points, 5.4 rebounds, 4.4 assists and 1.1 steals across 28.9 minutes.
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Grizzlies' Javon Small: Questionable for Wednesday
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Small (back) is questionable for Wednesday's game against San Antonio.
Small is in jeopardy of missing a second consecutive contest due to lower-back soreness. If the rookie second-rounder isn't cleared to return to action, Cam Spencer, DeJon Jarreau and Walter Clayton would be candidates to see increased playing time.
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Grizzlies' Javon Small: Won't play vs. Hawks
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Small (back) is out for Monday's game against Atlanta.
Small was added to the injury report earlier Monday due to lower-back soreness, and the team has determined that he won't be able to suit up. Cedric Coward (personal), Jahmai Mashack (ankle) and Cam Spencer (back) are also out, which should leave plenty of opportunity for Rayan Rupert, DeJon Jarreau and Walter Clayton in the backcourt.
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Grizzlies' Javon Small: Questionable for Monday
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Small is questionable for Monday's game against the Hawks with lower back soreness.
Small was a very late addition to the injury report. He's been averaging 15.9 points, 4.7 rebounds and 4.1 assists over his last seven games, so his potential absence would open up a lot of minutes in the backcourt.
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Grizzlies' Javon Small: Scores 13 points in loss
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Small posted 13 points (5-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds and two assists in 26 minutes during Friday's 117-112 loss to Boston.
The rookie second-rounder started Friday due to the absence of Cedric Coward (personal) and certainly took advantage of his playing time to deliver another productive showing. Regardless of whether he's starting or coming off the bench, it's worth noting that Small has scored in double digits in five of his last six games -- as well as in six of nine since the beginning of March. Throughout the current month, the rookie out of WVU is averaging 12.7 points, 4.3 rebounds and 4.1 assists while averaging 24.7 minutes per game in nine appearances (four starts).
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Grizzlies' Javon Small: Starting Friday
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Small will start Friday's game against the Celtics.
The rookie second-rounder will step into the starting five due to the absence of Cedric Coward (personal). As a starter this season (five games), Small has averaged 14.8 points, 5.2 rebounds, 5.2 assists and 1.4 steals in 29.4 minutes per contest.
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