KJ Martin News, Rumors, Updates - Utah Jazz

Another absence coming Martin (foot) is out for Friday's game versus the Nuggets.

Impact Martin's absence streak will extend to 20 games Friday due to a left foot injury. The 23-year-old forward's next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Boston.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Wednesday Martin (foot) will not play Wednesday against the Kings.

Impact Martin has been sidelined since Dec. 23, but he recently increased his participation levels at practice. A return could be on the table for Friday's game versus Denver.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Tuesday Martin (foot) will not play Tuesday against the Lakers.

Impact Martin hasn't played since Dec. 23 due to a left foot stress reaction, though he was a partial participant at Monday's practice and is getting closer to a return. It remains to be seen if he'll be available for Wednesday's game against the Kings.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Practices, could return soon Martin (foot) was a partial participant in Monday's practice, Derek Bodner of AllPHLY.com reports.

Impact Martin hasn't played since Dec. 23 due to a left foot stress reaction, but he appears to be closing in on a return. According to Noah Levick of NBC Sports Philadelphia, head coach Nick Nurse said Saturday that he anticipates Martin returning to action this week, though since he's not yet a full participant in practice, the 24-year-old forward will most likely remain out for at least Tuesday's game against the Lakers.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Without timetable for return Martin (foot), who has already been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Thunder, has resumed on-court work, but there's no clear timetable for his return, Ky Carlin of USA Tod...

Impact Martin has been sidelined since Dec. 23 due to a stress reaction in his left foot. The forward is out of his walking boot, though he should be considered week-to-week moving forward. Martin has received a sizable role this season, and over his last 10 appearances (six starts), he has averaged 9.3 points and 3.9 rebounds in 24.8 minutes per contest.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Still out against Thunder Martin (foot) remains out for Tuesday's game against the Thunder, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.

Impact Martin has been on the shelf since Dec. 23 due to a stress reaction in his left foot, and he's not ready to return to the 76ers Tuesday despite shedding his walking boot Thursday. His absence against Oklahoma City should continue to allow Eric Gordon and Ricky Council to maintain stable spots in Philadelphia's rotation off the bench.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Sheds walking boot Martin (foot) is out of his walking boot but has yet to take the court, Ky Carlin of USA Today reports.

Impact Martin hasn't played since Dec. 23 due to a stress reaction in his left foot. Until Martin is able to return to action, Jeff Dowtin and Justin Edwards should continue to receive increased playing time.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Out with stress reaction in foot Martinwill not play versus Boston on Wednesday due to a stress reaction in his left foot.

Impact This is a tough blow for Martin, as he could miss some time with this news. While fantasy managers wait for clarity on the severity of this issue, Guerschon Yabusele and Caleb Martin could see an uptick in minutes during the short term.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't come back Monday Martin will not return to Monday's matchup against the Spurs due to left foot soreness, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports. He'll finish the game with four points (2...

Impact Martin didn't start the second half and was eventually ruled out due to foot soreness. His next chance to feature will come Wednesday against Boston. Caleb Martin will likely pick up the slack the rest of the way.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Monday vs. Charlotte Martin is in the 76ers' starting lineup for Monday's game against the Hornets, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact Martin will make his fourth start of the regular season Monday and his third of December. He has scored at least 11 points in four of his last six games, and over that span he has averaged 13.0 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.0 assists over 25.3 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Pops for season-high 20 off bench Martin produced 20 points (9-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds and two assists over 32 minutes off the bench during Friday's 102-94 victory over the Magic.

Impact The fifth-year forward returned to the second unit after starting the prior two games, but Martin actually saw his biggest workload of the season Friday and responded with a new season scoring high. Over six games since moving into a more prominent role in the Sixers' frontcourt rotation, Martin is averaging 11.8 points, 3.5 boards, 1.7 assists, 0.8 blocks and 0.7 steals in 26.3 minutes a contest while shooting 63.6 percent from the floor and 92.3 percent from the charity stripe. Joel Embiid (knee) is ramping up his activity level but still lacks a firm return date, so Martin's court time is likely safe in the short term.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

KJ Martin's Dominance vs Magic Sparks Excitement From 76ers Fans Friday night’s matchup between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Orlando Magic might be referred to as the KJ Martin game in South Philly. Alth...

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • SI.COM

Not starting Friday Martin will come off the bench in Friday's game against the Magic, Kyle Neubeck of AllPHLY.com reports.

Impact The club will opt to start Guerschon Yabusele and Andre Drummond ahead of Martin in the frontcourt Friday. The 23-year-old started in the club's last two outings, during which he averaged 10.0 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.5 steals across 25.5 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nears double figures in first start Martin logged nine points (3-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, one assist and one steal across 22 minutes during Tuesday's 110-104 victory over Charlotte.

Impact Martin got his first starting nod of the season Tuesday, ending one point short of the double-digit mark in limited time in the start five. Martin has seen his production and playing time improve over the last few outings, scoring at least eight points in three straight contests.

DECEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting vs. Charlotte Martin is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Hornets.

Impact Martin will start for the first time in 2024-25 after experiencing an uptick in playing time of late. He logged at least 22 minutes in each of Philadelphia's last three games, and he recorded a season-high 19 points in the win over the Pistons on Saturday.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dropped from rotation Martin (coach's decision) didn't see the court Sunday in the 76ers' 107-105 overtime victory over the Hornets.

Impact For the first time all season, Martin failed to get off the bench while head coach Nick Nurse reopened a spot in the rotation for Eric Gordon, who didn't play in a coach's decision in the 76ers' last game Friday against the Lakers. Martin's removal from the rotation came after the fifth-year forward had averaged 5.5 points, 2.8 rebounds, 0.8 blocks, 0.6 assists and 0.4 steals in 17.5 minutes over Philadelphia's first eight contests of the season.

NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Retreats to bench Martin will slide to the bench for Friday's game versus the Raptors, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.

Impact Caleb Martin will get the start in place of Martin at power forward. The 23-year-old posted three points (1-3 FG, 1-2 FT) and five rebounds across only 15 minutes in the starting lineup Wednesday against the Bucks.

OCTOBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 12 points Wednesday Martin posted 12 points (5-8 FG, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, two assists and a steal across 26 minutes in Wednesday's 117-95 preseason win over the Nets.

Impact Martin got the start in this preseason contest with Paul George (knee) sidelined, and it wouldn't be surprising if he gets the start in the regular-season opener against the Bucks on Oct. 23 if George isn't 100 percent ready to return. Martin played a career-low 12.4 minutes per game in 2023-24 while seeing time with the Clippers and 76ers across 60 regular-season appearances, and if he starts in the regular-season opener, he'd likely play a minimal role in the offensive scheme.

OCTOBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting five Martin will start Wednesday's preseason game against the Nets, Kyle Neubeck of AllPHLY.com reports.

Impact Martin will step in for Paul George (knee) in the first unit for Wednesday's penultimate preseason contest. Martin dropped 11 points in 22 minutes off the bench last time out.

OCTOBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to reserve role Martin won't start Monday's preseason game against the Hawks.

Impact Martin drew a spot start during the second night of a back-to-back set and scored nine points (4-7 FG) in 28 minutes. He's expected to handle a minor reserve role during the regular season.

OCTOBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Passive performance Saturday Martin compiled nine points (4-7 FG, 0-1 3PT, 1-1 FT), four rebounds and two assists in 28 minutes during Saturday's heavy preseason loss to the Celtics.

Impact Martin moved into the starting lineup but much like his teammates, offered very little in terms of tangible production. Despite signing a two-year deal in July, Martin's role on this team is uncertain, to say the least. He is an athletic wing who in theory, should be able to compete at the NBA level. However, given what we have seen to this point in his career, he could struggle to play meaningful minutes again this season.

OCTOBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets start vs. Boston Martin is in the starting lineup for Saturday's preseason contest against the Celtics.

Impact The Sixers are resting most of their starters and veterans for this game, so Martin will be part of a relatively young first unit. Martin will start this contest next to Jared McCain, Jeff Dowtin, Ricky Council IV and Guershon Yabusele in the first unit.

OCTOBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Forward KJ Martin re-signs with 76ers The Philadelphia 76ers on Monday announced they re-signed forward KJ Martin, acquired during last season as part of a three-team, seven-play...

JULY 16, 2024 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Signs two-year deal with Philly Martin has signed a two-year, $16 million extension with the 76ers, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact Martin will boost the team's bench depth due to his positional versatility. However, he's not expected to be a major factor in most fantasy formats. He averaged just 3.7 points and 2.2 rebounds per game across 60 regular-season appearances (two starts) in 2023-24.

JULY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

KJ Martin clears the air over his departure from Houston Rockets “I’m tired of seeing y’all say that my dad forced me out of playing in Houston,” KJ Martin says of his 2023 departure. “He had nothing to do...

MAY 24, 2024 • USATODAY.COM

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