MATISSE THYBULLE NEWS

Los Angeles faces Portland on 3-game win streak

Los Angeles is looking to keep its three-game win streak alive when the Lakers take on Portland

NOVEMBER 3 • Associated Press

Trail Blazers swingman Matisse Thybulle sidelined after surgery on his left thumb Matisse Thybulle out 4-to-6 weeks after MRI reveals tear of the ulnar collateral ligament in his left thumb.

NOVEMBER 1 • NBA.COM

Deadspin | Blazers' Matisse Thybulle out after thumb surgery Deadspin | Blazers' Matisse Thybulle out after thumb surgery

NOVEMBER 1 • DEADSPIN.COM

Blazers' Matisse Thybulle out after thumb surgery The Portland Trail Blazers will be without Matisse Thybulle for at least a month after the swingman underwent surgery Friday on his left thu...

NOVEMBER 1 • THESTATE.COM

Portland's Thybulle sidelined after surgery on his left thumb

Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward Matisse Thybulle had surgery to repair a ligament in his left thumb and will be re-evaluated in four to six weeks

NOVEMBER 1 • Associated Press

To miss at least four weeks Thybulle underwent surgery Friday to repair torn UCL in his left thumb and will miss 4-6 weeks.

Impact Thybulle sustained the thumb injury after logging just five minutes in Wednesday's win over the Jazz and will now miss an extended period. With the 28-year-old forward sidelined, Kris Murray and Rayan Rupert are candidates for increased playing time. Over four regular-season appearances, Thybulle has averaged 5.0 points and 2.5 steals in 12.3 minutes per contest.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Thybulle (thumb) will not suit up for Friday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Thybulle hurt his thumb during Wednesday's game and will now miss Friday's contest, which could help Rayan Rupert get into the rotation again. Thybulle's next chance to play will come Monday against the Lakers.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Blazers' Matisse Thybulle Suffers New Injury, Ruled Out for Jazz Game Portland Trail Blazers forward Matisse Thybulle is ruled out for the rest of Wednesday's match against the Utah Jazz. Thybulle suffered a le...

OCTOBER 30 • SI.COM

Won't return Wednesday Thybulle has been ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's game against the Jazz due to a left thumb injury.

Impact Thybulle was initially listed on the injury report with a hip injury, but it appears he picked up a thumb injury during Wednesday's tilt. He'll finish the contest with thre points (1-1 3Pt), one assist, two steals in five minutes. Look for Rayan Rupert and Caleb Love to see more action with Thybulle sidelined. His next chance to play will come Friday against Denver.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Wednesday Thybulle (hip) will be available to play Wednesday against the Jazz.

Impact Thybulle is returning from a rest day, so he should be slated for minutes in the teens, working in Portland's second unit. Despite the minimal minutes, Thybulle is averaging 2.7 steals per game this season, so he's on the radar in deep leagues.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Wednesday Thybulle (hip) is questionable to play in Wednesday's game against the Jazz.

Impact After missing Monday's game against the Lakers due to a hip issue, Thybulle is in danger of missing a second straight game. The team has been taking a cautious approach with the defensive-minded forward, who missed all but 15 games during the 2024-25 campaign.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Utah faces Portland following Markkanen's 51-point outing

Utah hosts the Portland Trail Blazers after Lauri Markkanen scored 51 points in the Utah Jazz's 138-134 overtime victory against the Phoenix Suns

OCTOBER 28 • Associated Press

Ruled out for Monday Thybulle (hip) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Lakers, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Impact It's the second leg of a back-to-back set, so the Trail Blazers will give Thybulle the night off, but he should be back for Wednesday's game in Utah. Kris Murray and Blake Wesley figure to absord most of Thybulle's minutes Monday.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Monday Thybulle (hip) is questionable for Monday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Thybulle is day-to-day with right hip soreness. He's had a very minor role to open the season, posting averages of 5.7 points and 1.3 rebounds in 14.7 minutes per contest.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Avdija scores 26 points as Trail Blazers beat Warriors 139-119 in Splitter's debut as interim coach

Deni Avdija had 26 points and six assists, and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Golden State Warriors 139-119 in Tiago Splitter’s first game as interim head coach

OCTOBER 25 • Associated Press

Off injury report Thybulle (knee) has been cleared to play in Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves.

Impact After playing all but 15 games during the 2024-25 campaign, Thybulle will be on the floor to start the regular season. He brings another dynamic to his squad, with an ability to make an impact on both ends of the floor.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Full-contact practice session Thybulle (knee) was a full participant in practice Monday, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.

Impact Thybulle was held out of preseason action due to a knee issue, but he's gearing up ahead of the season. The oft-injured forward can be tentatively considered questionable for Wednesday's season opener against the Timberwolves.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Remaining sidelined Thursday Thybulle (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's preseason game against the Jazz.

Impact Thybulle won't see any action during the preseason due to a lingering right knee injury. He'll have just under a week to get ready for the 2025-26 regular-season opener Wednesday against the Timberwolves.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Thybulle (knee) will remain on the sidelines for Tuesday's exhibition game against the Warriors.

Impact Thybulle has yet to appear for the Trail Blazers this preseason, but maybe he will get out there for Portland's preseason finale in Utah on Thursday. Kris Murray and Toumani Camara should continue to get some extended run with Thybulle watching from the sidelines.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Thybulle (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's exhibition against the Kings, Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee reports.

Impact This will be the second straight game on the sidelines for Thybulle due to the knee issue, and his next chance to play will come Tuesday versus the Warriors. Toumani Camara and Kris Murray will pick up the slack in his absence.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Thybulle has been ruled out for Wednesday's preseason game against Golden State due to right knee soreness.

Impact Thybulle will miss the Trail Blazers' preseason opener Wednesday with a right knee injury. The 6-foot-5 wing missed all but 15 regular-season games last season due to ankle and knee injuries. He had a procedure to address inflammation in his right knee in October 2024, then suffered a sprained ankle while ramping up his recovery. His next chance to play will come Friday against Sacramento. Kris Murray, Rayan Rupert and Sidy Cissoko could see more minutes Wednesday.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Blazers' forgotten defensive monster is perfect trade bait Now that he's healthy, the Portland Trail Blazers should strongly consider trading two-way wing Matisse Thybulle.

SEPTEMBER 17 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

Matisse Thybulle picks up option for next season Chris Haynes: Portland Trail Blazers defensive specialist Matisse Thybulle is opting into his $11.5 million player option for the 2025-26 se...

JUNE 24 • HOOPSHYPE.COM

Exercises player option Thybulle opted into his $11.5 million player option for the 2025-26 season Tuesday, according to NBA reporter Chris Haynes.

Impact This was always the most likely scenario for Thybulle as he looks to rebuild his market value -- knee and ankle injuries limited him to 15 regular-season games in 2024-25. He fared well in those games, however, posting averages of 7.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 0.6 blocks and 2.2 steals in 20.8 minutes per contest while shooting 43.8 percent from beyond the arc.

JUNE 24 • ROTOWIRE