Lamar Stevens News, Rumors, Updates - Memphis Grizzlies

Gets 10-day deal Stevens agreed to a 10-day contract with the Grizzlies on Thursday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Impact The Grizzlies released Johnny Davis to make space on the 15-man roster for Stevens, who had been playing for the G League's Motor City Cruise this season. The 27-year-old journeyman averaged 17.8 points, 7.5 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.5 three-pointers, 1.4 blocks and 1.2 steals in 34.1 minutes per game over his 29 appearances with the Cruise. Stevens previously appeared in the NBA with Boston and Memphis last season, seeing action in 38 games while averaging 7.2 points and 3.3 rebounds in 14.7 minutes per contest.

FEBRUARY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Let go by Detroit The Pistons waived Stevens on Thursday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

Impact Despite signing a training camp contract with Detroit, Stevens was unable to make the regular-season roster. He will enter the 2024-25 season as a free agent.

OCTOBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Heading to Detroit Stevens agreed to a training camp contract with the Pistons on Thursday, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Impact Stevens spent the 2023-24 season with the Celtics and Grizzlies, averaging 7.2 points and 3.3 rebounds in 14.7 minutes per game over 38 regular-season appearances between the two clubs. He missed the final two games of the regular season due to a groin injury, but it seems unlikely that the issue will hinder him to begin camp as he competes for a roster spot with the Pistons.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't suit up Sunday Stevens (groin) will not play Sunday against the Nuggets.

Impact Stevens will sit out for a second straight game to end his regular season. He saw ample playing time for the Grizzlies down the stretch due to several injuries on the roster, and he made the most of his opportunities. In 19 appearances, Stevens averaged 11.5 points, 5.1 rebounds, 1.1 assists, 0.9 steals, 0.9 blocks and 0.6 three-pointers.

APRIL 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Friday Stevens is out for Friday's game against the Lakers due to left groin soreness.

Impact The Grizzlies have pretty much an entire roster sidelined due to injuries, and Stevens is the latest addition to this long list. Groin injuries can be complicated, so it remains to be seen if Stevens will be available for the season finale against the Nuggets on Sunday in a game where Memphis has nothing to play for.

APRIL 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Swats four shots in loss Stevens recorded 16 points (4-13 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 6-6 FT), six rebounds, three assists, four blocks and one steal across 37 minutes during Wednesday's 110-98 loss to the Cavaliers.

Impact Stevens returned to the starting lineup Wednesday after missing the last two games with a groin injury. He tied a career high with four blocks and tied Trey Jemison in that category in the loss. Stevens has played 20-plus minutes in each of his last nine games and has averaged 11.8 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.3 steals over that span.

APRIL 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Stevens (groin) will start Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers, Spencer Davies of SI.com reports.

Impact Stevens has been cleared to suit up and will join the starting lineup for the first time since March 2. He's made two starts this season, totaling 15 points, six rebounds, four steals and two blocks in 31 minutes.

APRIL 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets green light Stevens (groin) is available for Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Stevens missed the last two games due to a groin injury but will return to action Wednesday. With the Grizzlies shorthanded, Stevens should garner 20-plus minutes off the bench.

APRIL 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Stevens (groin) is questionable for Wednesday against the Cavaliers.

Impact Stevens has missed the past two games for Memphis, but the questionable tag suggests that he's considered day-to-day. If Stevens is able to play, he could see a healthy workload after the Grizzlies dressed just eight players Tuesday against the Spurs.

APRIL 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Spurs Stevens (groin) will not play against the Spurs on Tuesday.

Impact No surprise here, as Stevens was considered doubtful prior to this update. Along with several others, it wouldn't be a shock if Stevens didn't make another appearance this season.

APRIL 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Tagged as doubtful Stevens (groin) is doubtful Tuesday versus San Antonio.

Impact Stevens is joined by Lake LaRavia (ankle) as doubtful for Tuesday's contest. Stevens has averaged 10.3 points and 6.7 rebounds in 25.0 minutes across his last three appearances, so a sizable role be remain vacated if he is forced to miss his second consecutive contest due to left groin soreness.

APRIL 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Stevens (groin) is out for Saturday's game against the 76ers, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Impact Stevens was already listed as unlikely to play based on recent reports, so his absence is not surprising. His next chance to play will come Tuesday against the Spurs.

APRIL 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Likely out Saturday Stevens is listed as doubtful for Saturday's game versus the 76ers due to left groin soreness.

Impact Stevens logged 28 minutes against Detroit on Friday but presumably injured his groin. GG Jackson and Maozinha Pereira will likely receive increased playing time in Stevens' expected absence.

APRIL 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Former Celtics bench players continue thriving with new teams Both Lamar Stevens and Dalano Banton have turned heads with their new teams after getting traded from the Celtics.

MARCH 29, 2024 • MASSLIVE.COM

Leads team with 19 points Stevens closed with 19 points (6-10 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 7-7 FT), three rebounds, two assists and one steal in 23 minutes during Monday's 128-103 loss to the Nuggets.

Impact Stevens returned to action after missing the past six games due to an adductor injury. He logged 23 minutes off the bench, matching his season-high with 19 points. Before the injury, Stevens had played 12 consecutive games, something that cannot be said for the majority of the Grizzlies roster. Despite the uncertainty, he might be worth a look as a potential late-season flier, should he remain active moving forward.

MARCH 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lamar Stevens Highlights | Memphis Grizzlies vs. Denver Nuggets

MARCH 26, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Returning to action Stevens (adductor) has been cleared for Monday's game against Denver.

Impact Stevens will take the court for the first time since March 10 after overcoming a left adductor strain. He averaged 10.0 points and 4.6 rebounds in 23.5 minutes across his last five appearances, but could operate on a limited workload Monday.

MARCH 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Monday Stevens (thigh) is questionable for Monday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Stevens is in jeopardy of missing a seventh straight game due to a left adductor strain. GG Jackson and Santi Aldama will likely need to carry a significant workload once again if Stevens can't suit up.

MARCH 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Friday Stevens (thigh) will remain on the sidelines for Friday's game against the Spurs.

Impact It'll be the sixth straight game on the sidelines for Stevens, and considering we haven't heard any positive updates, it seems unlikely he'll play Monday in Denver. Stevens belongs on the waiver wire in most leagues.

MARCH 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Stevens (adductor) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Warriors.

Impact Stevens' absence streak will extend to five games Wednesday while dealing with a left thigh strain. There is no timetable for his return.

MARCH 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Stevens (thigh) is out for Monday's game against the Kings.

Impact Stevens will extend his streak of missed games to four due to a left adductor strain. His next chance to play will come Wednesday against the Warriors.

MARCH 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Stevens (thigh) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Stevens will miss a third straight game due to left thigh soreness. His next chance to suit up comes Monday in Sacramento.

MARCH 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't go Wednesday Stevens (thigh) will miss Wednesday's game against the Hornets.

Impact Stevens will miss a second consecutive contest due to a sore left thigh. With Jaren Jackson (quadriceps) and Santi Aldama (elbow) also sidelined, Trey Jemison and Wenyen Gabriel should handle most of the center work. Stevens' next chance to play will come Saturday against Oklahoma City.

MARCH 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against Charlotte Stevens (adductor) is questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Hornets.

Impact Stevens could miss both legs of Memphis' back-to-back Wednesday due to left adductor soreness. GG Jackson, Jake LaRavia and DeJon Jarreau should continue to receive increased playing if Stevens remains out.

MARCH 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Stevens (adductor) is out for Tuesday's game versus the Wizards.

Impact Stevens has been downgraded from questionable to out Tuesday due to left adductor soreness. GG Jackson and Jake LaRavia are candidates to see increased playing time in his absence. Stevens' next chance to suit up is Wednesday's matchup with Charlotte.

MARCH 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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