Javon Small News, Rumors, Updates - Memphis Grizzlies

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JULY 19 • BEALESTREETBEARS.COM

Former WVU Guard Javon Small Makes Loud Statement in Summer League Jevon Carter, Miles McBride, Javon Small. West Virginia has produced some quality NBA guards over the last decade, and while Carter and McBr...

JULY 15 • SI.COM

2026 NBA Summer League: Grizzlies get hot from 3 and coast to win over Warriors Javon Small scored 26 points and the Grizzlies kept the Warriors at bay in a 106-85 Summer League win on Tuesday

JULY 15 • NBA.COM

Dominant in SL win over Warriors Small finished with 26 points (7-12 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, seven assists, one steal and two blocks across 27 minutes in Tuesday's 106-85 Summer League win over the Wa...

Impact Small had only three points in Monday's 96-88 loss to Dallas. However, he responded accordingly versus Golden State, scoring a game-high 26 points. The 23-year-old didn't see routine work in his 41 regular-season appearances with Memphis in 2025-26. Still, Small stepped up when needed, averaging 13.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, 4.4 assists, 0.1 blocks and 1.2 steals over 27.0 minutes in 12 regular-season starts. He is expected to spend most of his time in the G League during the 2026-27 campaign, though he should still receive minutes sporadically with the Grizzlies.

JULY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Resting Tuesday Small (rest) is out for Tuesday's Summer League game against the Hawks, Michael Wallace of the Grizzlies' official site reports.

Impact Small joins a number of starters on the sidelines for the Grizzlies on Tuesday. His next opportunity to play comes Friday in Las Vegas against the Bulls.

JULY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Nearly double-doubles Small finished with 11 points (4-6 FG, 3-3 3Pt), nine assists, two rebounds and two steals in 21 minutes of Sunday's 111-74 Summer League win over the Thunder.

Impact The Grizzlies handled business early, so the starters had low workloads Sunday. Small appeared in 41 regular-season games for the Grizzlies in 2025-26 for an average of 20.2 minutes per contest, averaging 9.7 points and 3.7 assists. With the Grizzlies in the early stages of a rebuild, he'll have a decent path to minutes at point guard.

JULY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Caps off season with 18 points Small ended with 18 points (7-19 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, one assist and two steals in 26 minutes during Sunday's 132-101 loss to the Rockets.

Impact Small, who signed a two-year, two-way contract with Memphis in July of last year, helped pick up the slack for the depleted Grizzlies down the stretch. The guard averaged 9.7 points, 3.7 assists, 3.1 rebounds and 1.5 three-pointers per tilt in 41 games this season, but he could be hard-pressed for a consistent role on a healthier Memphis club in 2026-27.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Sunday Small (thigh) is available for Sunday's game against the Rockets.

Impact 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.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to suit up Sunday Small (thigh) is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Rockets.

Impact 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.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Friday Small (thigh) is available for Friday's game against the Jazz.

Impact 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.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Friday Small (thigh) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Jazz.

Impact 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.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Jazz face the Grizzlies on 10-game skid

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APRIL 9 • Associated Press

Out again Wednesday Small (thigh) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game in Denver.

Impact This will be Small's third consecutive game on the inactive list, and it's not encouraging that he continues to get ruled out 24 hours in advance of tipoff. For now, he should be considered doubtful for Friday's game in Utah.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Denver plays Memphis, looks for 10th straight home win

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APRIL 7 • Associated Press

Won't play Monday Small (thigh) is out for Monday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact 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.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Memphis hosts Cleveland on 3-game home slide

Memphis looks to stop its 3-game home skid with a win against Cleveland

APRIL 6 • Associated Press

Ruled out for Sunday Small (thigh) is out for Sunday's game against the Bucks.

Impact 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.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

How Toby Okani, Javon Small Did in Their First Game as Teammates in the NBA Earlier this week, former West Virginia forward Toby Okani signed a 10-day contract to join the Memphis Grizzlies, meaning he would be teami...

APRIL 4 • SI.COM

Solid numbers against Toronto 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.

Impact 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.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Javon Small Highlights vs. Toronto Raptors

APRIL 4 • YOUTUBE

Javon Small Highlights vs. New York Knicks

APRIL 2 • YOUTUBE

Off injury report Small (back) isn't listed on the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.

Impact 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.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Monday Small (back) won't play Monday against Phoenix.

Impact 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.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Monday Small (back) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Suns.

Impact 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.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 14 points with five dimes 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.

Impact 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 put in averages of 13.0 points, 4.5 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 2.0 three-pointers per contest.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

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