Daniel Theis News, Rumors, Updates - Oklahoma City Thunder

Not starting Wednesday Theis is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Raptors, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

Impact Theis will head back to the bench after two straight starts, as Yves Missi will recover his role in the starting lineup. Theis is averaging a mere 3.3 points and 2.8 rebounds per game when coming off the bench this season, so he shouldn't have a lot of fantasy appeal in most formats.

NOVEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sticking in starting lineup Theis will start Monday's game against the Pacers.

Impact Yves Missi (shoulder) has been cleared to play after missing the last game, but Theis will stick in the starting lineup for a second straight game. On Friday, Theis posted three points, five rebounds, two assists and three blocks in 18 minutes during a loss to Golden State.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Getting starting nod Theis is in the starting five for Friday's game versus the Warriors.

Impact Theis will replace Yves Missi (shoulder) in the starting lineup Friday. Theis is averaging 4.0 points, 4.4 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.2 blocks in 16.0 minutes across his previous five starting appearances.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Theis (ankle) is available but will play off the bench during Friday's game against the Pacers, Christian Clark of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

Impact Theis played only five minutes during Wednesday's loss to the Warriors before sustaining an ankle injury. While he's fine to play Friday, the veteran will make way for rookie Yves Missi, who'll be making his first career start.

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Theis (ankle) is available for Friday's game against the Pacers.

Impact Theis played only five minutes during Wednesday's loss to the Warriors before sustaining an ankle injury. However, the issue was minor, and he's expected to be in the starting lineup Friday. Despite being a starter, Theis averaged only 18.8 minutes per game through his first four regular-season appearances.

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to suit up Friday Coach Willie Green said Theis (ankle) is expected to suit up for Friday's game against the Pacers, Christian Clark of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

Impact Theis left Wednesday's loss to Golden State early after sustaining a right ankle injury, though he is not expected to miss any time. Through five regular-season outings, the 32-year-old has averaged 4.0 points, 4.4 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.6 stocks across 16.0 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Status uncertain for Friday Theis (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against the Pacers.

Impact Theis departed Wednesday's matchup with Golden State early after suffering a right ankle injury, and the issue could force him to miss additional time. He'll likely be re-evaluated Friday during morning shootaround and leading up to tipoff to determine his availability.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves early with ankle injury Theis has been ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's game against the Warriors due to a right ankle injury.

Impact It's unclear how Theis picked up the injury, but it's considered severe enough to keep him sidelined for the rest of Wednesday's tilt. He finishes the contest scoreless (0-2 FG) with three rebounds across five minutes. Yves Missi and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl should share center work the rest of the way. Theis' next chance to play will come Friday against Indiana.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets start at center Theis contributed five points (1-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six rebounds and four assists in 18 minutes during Friday's 105-103 win over Portland.

Impact With Dejounte Murray (hand) on the shelf, the 32-year-old got the start at center for the Pelicans as Zion Williamson slid over to the four, although Theis didn't see anything close to a starter's workload. It's not yet clear whether that will be the Pels' starting alignment while Murray is sidelined, or if coach Willie Green will mix and match reserves in the vacant spot depending on the matchup. Either way, it doesn't seem as though Theis will see a big increase in his court time.

OCTOBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Brandon Ingram hits game-winner to earn Pelicans 105-103 come-from-behind win over Trail Blazers

Brandon Ingram hit a jumper with 4.9 seconds left and the New Orleans Pelicans rallied from behind to beat the Portland Trail Blazers 105-103

OCTOBER 26, 2024 • Associated Press

Leads Pelicans in minutes Theis posted 13 points (6-7 FG, 1-1 3Pt), two rebounds, an assist and two steals across 21 minutes in Monday's 106-104 preseason win over the Magic.

Impact There are several positives to extract out of Theis' first start with New Orleans, as he co-led the team in minutes played while also being just one of two starters who scored in double digits. However, and perhaps even more importantly, he outplayed rookie Yves Missi in both production and time on the court, with Missi logging 16 minutes off the bench and putting up five points, five rebounds, two steals and a block. It's only one game in preseason, but it seems Theis has a leg up in the race to open the regular season as New Orleans' starting center.

OCTOBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Draws first start Theis will start at center for Monday's preseason game against Orlando.

Impact Rookie Yves Missi will likely get a chance with the starters at some point during the preseason, but Theis will get the first opportunity. In 373 career regular-season NBA games, Theis holds averages of 7.4 points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 0.9 blocks.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

World Cup champion Germany unbeaten and rolling into basketball quarterfinals at Paris Olympics

Unbeaten at last year’s World Cup on the way to the gold medal

AUGUST 4, 2024 • Associated Press

Comes close to double-double Theis finished with seven points (3-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt), eight rebounds, two assists and two steals in Friday's 85-71 win over France.

Impact Dennis Schroder and Franz Wagner led the way for Germany in the scoring column, but Theis was impressive in other areas, ultimately finishing just two boards and three points shy of a double-double. Theis is expected to remain as Germany's starting center in the knockout stages of the Olympics, keeping Moritz Wagner on a bench role.

AUGUST 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Perfect from field in win Theis tallied 18 points (7-7 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds and one steal across 20 minutes in Germany's 97-77 win over Japan in the Paris Olympics on Saturday.

Impact Theis impressed with his performance against Japan, racking up a team-high seven boards while shooting 100 percent from the field. The 32-year-old will likely play a significant role in Germany's Olympic campaign, which is also his first appearance at the Olympics of his career. Theis will also be asked to excel on the glass and the defensive side of the ball, especially as the squad still has yet to play France's spectacular frontcourt in the group phase.

JULY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

LeBron James scores final 11 points for US in 92-88 win over Germany as pre-Olympic tour ends

On Friday, LeBron James will carry the U.S. flag

JULY 22, 2024 • Associated Press

Joining the Pelicans Theis and the Pelicans agreed to a one-year deal Monday, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reports.

Impact Theis will be entering his eighth NBA season and will bring valuable veteran leadership to the locker room. With the Pelicans losing Jonas Valanciunas, Theis could potentially step into a sizable role right away in the frontcourt. Throughout his career, Theis holds averages of 7.4 points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 0.9 blocks.

JULY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Tuesday Theis (thumb) is available for Tuesday's game versus the Suns, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Theis has been upgraded from questionable to available Tuesday after missing the Clippers' previous contest with a left thumb sprain. The veteran big man is averaging 4.6 points, 3.8 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 14.0 minutes across his last 10 appearances.

APRIL 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Tuesday Theis (thumb) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Suns, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Theis was held out of Sunday's matchup against the Cavs due to a left thumb sprain. He'll likely need to make it through morning shootaround and pregame warmups to get the green light to suit up Tuesday.

APRIL 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Officially out Sunday Theis (thumb) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Cleveland, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Theis is dealing with a sprained thumb on his non-shooting hand, which will sideline him Sunday. Coach Tyronn Lue initially expected Theis to be available prior to the medical staff relying otherwise, leaving Ivica Zubac and Mason Plumlee to combat Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley.

APRIL 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with thumb sprain Theis is questionable for Sunday's game against Cleveland due to a left thumb sprain.

Impact Theis being added to Sunday's injury report in advance of the Clippers' 3:30 p.m. ET tipoff puts his status in jeopardy. Ivica Zubac and Mason Plumlee would split Theis' workload if he's unable to suit up, with Theis having logged 18 and 17 minutes in the Clippers' past two contests, respectively.

APRIL 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not on injury report Theis (knee) carries no injury designation into Sunday's game against Philadelphia.

Impact Theis received medical attention after a minor knee injury during Friday's win over Portland, but the issue will not force him to miss any additional time. He, Ivica Zubac and Mason Plumlee are all healthy for the Clippers on Sunday.

MARCH 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up knee injury Theis appeared to suffer a knee injury during the fourth quarter of Friday's game against the Trail Blazers, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Theis was spotted receiving attention from the medical staff on the bench, and he didn't see any action in the final nine minutes of the game. However, after the contest, coach Tyronn Lue stated in his press conference that he's not too concerned, per Murray. The big man will be considered day-to-day until further notice.

MARCH 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fails to score Friday Theis finished with zero points (0-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and one rebound over seven minutes during Friday's 112-104 loss to the Pelicans.

Impact Theis failed to score in the loss, playing no more than 15 minutes for the sixth time in the past seven games. While he does provide the Clippers with a veteran piece at the center spot, it is clear his time as a consistent fantasy asset has come and gone. There is no reason to roster him, even in deeper formats.

MARCH 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Theis won't start Sunday's game against Minnesota, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

Impact With Ivica Zubac (illness) sidelined, Theis drew back-to-back starts, totaling 18 points and 13 rebounds in 51 minutes. Zubac has been cleared and will reclaim his starting spot, sending Theis to a bench role.

MARCH 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Brandon Ingram hits game-winner to earn Pelicans 105-103 come-from-behind win over Trail Blazers

World Cup champion Germany unbeaten and rolling into basketball quarterfinals at Paris Olympics

LeBron James scores final 11 points for US in 92-88 win over Germany as pre-Olympic tour ends