John Konchar News, Rumors, Updates - Memphis Grizzlies

Fares well off bench Konchar recorded eight points (3-3 FG, 2-2 3Pt), six rebounds, three assists, two blocks and two steals in 24 minutes during Wednesday's 112-97 loss to the Hornets.

Impact The Grizzlies are very shorthanded these days, and Konchar was able to take advantage of his minutes Wednesday. He's trending up in deeper formats, posting averages of 2.7 points, 4.3 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.7 steals, 1.3 blocks and 0.7 three-pointers in 21.7 minutes over his last three games.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Won't start Friday Konchar is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Pelicans.

Impact Konchar made his first start of the season Wednesday but will slide back to a reserve role Friday with Jock Landale (personal) returning to the starting five. Over his past four appearances, Konchar is averaging 2.8 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.0 steals and 1.5 assists in 15.3 minutes per contest.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Konchar will start Wednesday versus the Hawks.

Impact With Santi Aldama (knee) unavailable, Konchar will draw his first start of the season and he'll be joined in the first unit by Ja Morant, Cedric Coward, Jaylen Wells and Jaren Jackson. Konchar can rack up the boards and defensive stats when given the minutes, so he's on the radar as a potential streamer in deep leagues.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Makes return with light minutes Konchar (thumb) registered zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt), one rebound and one steal across five minutes in Sunday's 103-98 win over the Nets.

Impact Konchar was available for the Grizzlies for the first time since Dec. 7 after completing his recovery from surgery to address a torn UCL in his left thumb. He was held out for the entirety of the first half before he entered the rotation for a brief stretch in the third quarter. Though Konchar is a strong defender who's capable of guarding multiple positions, he'll likely be at risk of falling out of the rotation once the Grizzlies get one or more of their five other injured players (Ja Morant, Zach Edey, Brandon Clarke, Scotty Pippen and Ty Jerome) back in action.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Sunday Konchar (thumb) is available for Sunday's game against the Nets.

Impact Konchar will shed his questionable tag and return from a 14-game absence due to a torn UCL in his left thumb that required surgery. In 22 regular-season appearances thus far, the 29-year-old forward has averaged 3.0 points and 2.7 rebounds while shooting 51.0 percent from the field in 13.0 minutes per tilt.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sunday Konchar (thumb) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Nets.

Impact Konchar has missed the last 14 games for Memphis, and the questionable tag suggests he might have a shot at returning Sunday. Konchar hasn't played since Dec. 7 due to a torn UCL in his left thumb, and if he's cleared to return, he's likely to see minutes off the bench as a spot-up shooter.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Jackson and Memphis take on the Nets in non-conference play

Memphis takes on Brooklyn in a non-conference matchup

JANUARY 10 • Associated Press

Won't play Friday Konchar (thumb) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Konchar will miss his 14th consecutive game Friday. His next chance to play will come Sunday against the Nets.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Friday Konchar (thumb) is doubtful to play Friday versus the Thunder.

Impact Konchar hasn't played since Dec. 7 as he's been recovering from thumb surgery, and while he'll likely remain on the inactive list for Friday's game, his being listed as "doubtful" can be considered a sign of progress. Check back for official word on Konchar's status closer to Friday's tip.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Jackson, Grizzlies to host Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder

Oklahoma City takes on Memphis for a Western Conference matchup Friday

JANUARY 8 • Associated Press

Jackson, Grizzlies take on the Suns

Memphis and Phoenix will square off in a matchup of Western Conference foes

JANUARY 7 • Associated Press

Remains out indefinitely Konchar (thumb) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Konchar hasn't played since Dec. 7 due to a torn UCL in his left thumb that required surgery, and he is expected to be re-evaluated any day now. Still, he should be considered week-to-week until the Grizzlies offer an update on his progress.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

San Antonio takes on Memphis, seeks 5th straight road win

San Antonio aims to prolong its four-game road win streak with a victory over Memphis

JANUARY 5 • Associated Press

Memphis plays Los Angeles following Morant's 40-point game

Memphis takes on the Los Angeles Lakers after Ja Morant scored 40 points in the Grizzlies' 139-136 overtime loss to the Philadelphia 76ers

JANUARY 3 • Associated Press

Morant leads Memphis against Los Angeles after 40-point performance

Memphis takes on the Los Angeles Lakers after Ja Morant scored 40 points in the Grizzlies' 139-136 overtime loss to the Philadelphia 76ers

JANUARY 1 • Associated Press

Philadelphia faces Memphis on 3-game slide

Philadelphia looks to stop its three-game skid when the 76ers take on Memphis

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Washington hosts Memphis in cross-conference matchup

The Washington Wizards host the Memphis Grizzlies in out-of-conference action

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Grizzlies take on the Bucks for out-of-conference contest

Memphis faces Milwaukee in non-conference action

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Utah takes on Memphis, aims to end 3-game slide

Utah aims to break its three-game losing streak when the Utah Jazz take on Memphis

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Oklahoma City hosts conference foe Memphis

Memphis heads to Oklahoma City for a Western Conference matchup Monday

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Memphis and Washington meet in non-conference showdown

Memphis and Washington face off in non-conference action

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Aldama, Grizzlies square off against the Timberwolves

The Timberwolves will host conference foe Memphis

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • Associated Press

To be evaluated in three weeks Konchar underwent successful left thumb surgery Thursday and will be re-evaluated in three weeks.

Impact The team initially reported that Konchar was out indefinitely following surgery, so this latest update brings some more clarity around his timetable for a return. He'll remain sidelined at least until the end of the calendar year and likely into January as he rehabs from a procedure that repaired a torn UCL in his left thumb.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Los Angeles faces Memphis, aims to stop 3-game skid

Los Angeles will try to stop its three-game slide when the Los Angeles Clippers take on Memphis

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Undergoing thumb surgery The Grizzlies announced Thursday that Konchar (thumb) is out indefinitely, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Konchar is set to undergo surgery to repair a torn UCL in his left thumb, which he sustained during Sunday's game against Portland. A timeline for a return will be determined once the surgery is completed. His absence should free up a few extra minutes for Jaylen Wells and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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