Daniel Theis News, Rumors, Updates - Oklahoma City Thunder

Starting vs. Utah Theis is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Jazz.

Impact The Pelicans will be without Yves Missi on Friday due to an illness, so Theis will have a golden chance to make a good impression in this matchup. He's averaging 4.4 points and 4.0 rebounds per game in his seven starts this season, so he's not expected to affect many fantasy decisions even with the change in role.

JANUARY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Backup role continues Wednesday Theis closed with two points (1-4 FG), five rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 19 minutes during Wednesday's 119-116 win over the Mavericks.

Impact Theis continues to play limited minutes behind Yves Missi, having now played fewer than 20 minutes in eight of the past 10 games. Now on the wrong side of 30, it's hard to envisage Theis stepping into a larger role, at least not on a consistent basis. He should be able to provide the Pelicans with a semi-reliable veteran piece, something they need desperately given the season they are going though.

JANUARY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fails to score in loss Theis closed Wednesday's 119-108 loss to the Heat with zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist and two blocks over 18 minutes.

Impact Theis didn't trouble scorers, continuing to play a limited role off the bench behind impressive rookie, Yves Missi. Theis has scored double-digits just once this season, averaging a very modest 3.7 points and 3.7 rebounds in 14.7 minutes per game.

JANUARY 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Grizzlies star Ja Morant dealing with sprained shoulder after hard collision

Ja Morant has a sprained right shoulder and will be considered week to week, the Memphis Grizzlies said Monday

DECEMBER 31, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Grizzlies star Ja Morant dealing with sprained shoulder after hard collision

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DECEMBER 30, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Morant's right shoulder is bothering him again after a hard collision ends his night in New Orleans

Ja Morant's right shoulder is bothering him again after the Grizzlies' star guard was knocked out of Memphis' 132-124 victory in New Orleans

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • Associated Press

Double-doubles Friday Theis provided 11 points (3-5 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 11 rebounds, six assists, one block and one steal in 21 minutes during Friday's 132-124 loss to the Grizzlies.

Impact Theis recorded his first double-double of the season, logging a few extra minutes after Yves Missi was forced to the locker room for a brief period of time. After starting the first five games of the season, Theis has seen his role reduce over the course of the season. Over the past month, he has averaged just 3.6 points and 4.2 rebounds in 14.5 minutes per game. Based on what we have seen recently, this performance should be viewed as nothing more than an outlier.

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Morant hurts his shoulder but Jackson scores 33 as the Grizzlies top the Pelicans 132-124

Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 33 points, Ja Morant scored 25 before leaving with what appeared to be a minor right shoulder injury, and the Memphis Grizzlies beat the slumping New Orlea...

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • Associated Press

Off injury report Sunday Theis (personal) is off the injury report for Sunday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Theis will return to action following a two-game absence due to personal reasons. The big man has been a mainstay on the injury report in December, and in only four outings, he has averaged 3.0 points and 2.5 rebounds across 12.0 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

New Orleans faces Denver on home skid

New Orleans will try to end its three-game home slide when the Pelicans play Denver

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • Associated Press

Now ruled out against New York Theis won't play in Saturday's game versus the Knicks while returning to competitive conditioning.

Impact After missing New Orleans' previous contest due to personal reasons, it appears that Theis is not in game shape and will miss Saturday's outing. The veteran big man's next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Denver.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Saturday Theis (personal) is available for Saturday's game versus the Knicks.

Impact Theis has been upgraded from questionable to available Saturday after missing New Orleans' previous contest due to personal reasons. The veteran big man is averaging 3.3 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 13.5 minutes across his last 10 appearances.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to play Saturday Theis (personal) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Theis did not play against the Rockets on Thursday while attending to a personal matter. Trey Jemison and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl would be slated to see increased minutes off the bench behind starting center Yves Missi if Theis is unable to play Saturday.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

New York takes on New Orleans, looks for 5th straight road win

New York aims to extend its four-game road win streak with a victory over New Orleans

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • Associated Press

Jalen Green and Rockets beat New Orleans 133-113 and send Pelicans to their 5th straight loss

Jalen Green scored 34 points to lead the Houston Rockets to a 133-113 win over the New Orleans Pelicans

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • Associated Press

Unavailable Thursday Theis won't play in Thursday's game against the Rockets for personal reasons.

Impact Theis won't suit up for Thursday's game as he tends to personal issues. His absence should result in more minutes for Jeremiah Robinson-earl and Tery Jemison. Theis' next chance to play will come Saturday against the Knicks.

DECEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report Theis (neck) isn't listed on the Pelicans' injury report for Thursday's game against the Kings.

Impact Theis has missed three straight games due to neck spasms, but he appears to be over the issue. His return will likely result in fewer minutes for Jeremiah Robinson-Earl and Trey Jemison. Theis is averaging 3.5 points and 3.4 rebounds across 14.3 minutes per game this season.

DECEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ingram and the Pelicans host conference foe Sacramento

The Pelicans will play host to conference opponent Sacramento

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • Associated Press

Ruled out Sunday Theis (neck) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Theis is set to miss his third consecutive matchup due to neck spasms. With the big man sidelined, Jeremiah Robinson-Earl and Trey Jemison are candidates for an uptick in playing time. Theis' next chance to suit up will come Thursday against the Kings.

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

New Orleans faces San Antonio on 11-game road skid

New Orleans looks to stop its 11-game road losing streak with a win against San Antonio

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • Associated Press

Ruled out Saturday vs. OKC Theis (neck) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Thunder, Erin Summers of the Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network reports.

Impact Theis will be sidelined for a second straight game due to neck spasms, and he could be in jeopardy of missing a third in the second leg of the Pelicans' back-to-back against the Spurs on Sunday. Jeremiah Robinson-Earl will be New Orleans' main backup center to Yves Missi on Saturday, though Trey Jemison could also see some playing time due to Theis' injury.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Saturday against OKC Theis (neck) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Theis is in jeopardy of missing his second consecutive outing due to neck spasms. In his last five outings (one start), the big man averaged 3.4 points and 2.8 rebounds across 13.6 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ingram, Pelicans to host Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder

Oklahoma City takes on New Orleans for a Western Conference matchup Saturday

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • Associated Press

Won't play Thursday Theis is out for Thursday's game versus the Suns due to neck spasms, Jim Eichenhofer of the Pelicans' official site reports.

Impact Theis will miss his sixth game of the season Thursday due to neck spasms. Yves Missi, Trey Jemison and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl are all candidates to receive increased playing time in his absence. Theis' next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with the Thunder.

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Poor season continues Theis totaled three points (1-2 FG, 1-2 3Pt), four rebounds and one steal across 13 minutes during Monday's 124-112 loss to the Hawks.

Impact Theis continues to be a non-factor, scoring single digits in every game this season. After starting the first five games, his role has shifted to that of a backup. In 17 games he is averaging just 3.5 points and 3.4 rebounds in 14.3 minutes per game. It is clear to see that Theis simply isn't the player he once was. At this point, he is likely being used out of necessity only.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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