Nerlens Noel News, Rumors, Updates - Sacramento Kings

Checks back in Noel (knee) has returned to Monday's game against the Kings, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.

Impact Noel was reported to be questionable to return earlier in the contest due to knee soreness, but he's evidently received clearance to re-enter the game.

FEBRUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Noel is questionable to return for the second half of Monday's game against Sacramento, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.

Impact Noel had been dealing with a knee issue prior to Monday's matchup, so it appears he may have aggravated the same injury. Taj Gibson and Obi Toppin could see more minutes down the stretch if Noel is unable to return.

FEBRUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gets green light Noel (knee) will play Monday against the Kings.

Impact As anticipated, Noel has been cleared to play despite being a bit banged up. He's appeared in only five contests since Dec. 21, primarily due to a stint in COVID-19 protocols, averaging 4.2 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.6 steals and 1.2 blocks over that stretch.

FEBRUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Monday The Knicks list Noel (knee) as probable for Monday's game against the Kings.

Impact Noel had been listed as questionable ahead of the Knicks' most recent contest Friday due to a sore right knee, but he was able to make his return from a one-game absence to play 20 minutes in New York's 123-108 loss to Milwaukee. With the benefit of two days off to close out the weekend, Noel looks like he'll be able to play in consecutive games for only the second occasion since mid-December. Earlier Sunday, head coach Tom Thibodeau told Marc Berman of the New York Post that the Knicks will use the same starting lineup they rolled out in Milwaukee, so Noel should serve as the primary backup to top center Mitchell Robinson.

JANUARY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Antetokounmpo has big game, Bucks beat Knicks 123-108

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 38 points and 13 rebounds and made numerous big plays in the fourth quarter to help the Milwaukee Bucks beat the New York Knicks 123-108 on Friday night

JANUARY 29, 2022 • Associated Press

Available vs. Bucks Noel (knee) is available for Friday's game against the Bucks, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

Impact Noel will be back in action following a one-game absence due to left knee soreness. He's averaged 5.0 points and 10.0 rebounds in 27.5 minutes per game across his last two appearances.

JANUARY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Friday Noel (knee) is questionable for Friday's game at Milwaukee.

Impact Noel missed Wednesday's matchup with the Heat due to left knee soreness, and his status remains in question for Friday. He's been sidelined for 15 of the past 18 games over the last month.

JANUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Antetokounmpo leads Milwaukee into matchup with New York

Giannis Antetokounmpo leads Milwaukee into a matchup with New York averaging 28.6 points per game

JANUARY 27, 2022 • Associated Press

Robinson scores 25 to lead Heat to 110-96 win over Knicks

Duncan Robinson scored 25 points while shooting 7 of 11 from 3-point range to lead four Miami players with 20 or more points in the Heat’s 110-96 victory over the New York Knicks

JANUARY 27, 2022 • Associated Press

Out Wednesday Noel (knee) is out Wednesday against the Heat.

Impact Left knee soreness will keep Noel out, and it will mark his 15th absence over the past 18 games. Taj Gibson should play reserve center minutes behind Mitchell Robinson.

JANUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Wednesday Noel is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against Miami due to a sore left knee.

Impact Noel returned to the lineup Sunday against the Clippers from his lingering knee injury and has played an average of 27.5 minutes in his past two contests. Thus, the center's appearance on the injury report is likely just a precaution. If Noel is ruled out, however, Taj Gibson will likely pick up extra minutes in his absence.

JANUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Shy, but solid in return Noel recorded two points (1-1 FG, 0-3 FT), 13 rebounds, one assist and two steals in 29 minutes during Monday's 95-93 loss to Cleveland.

Impact Noel made his only shot, but he wasn't exactly included nor aggressive on offense. Mitchell Robinson (ankle) was inactive Monday, which makes Noel's role moving forward undetermined. When starting, Noel is a solid defender and an active rebounder for category managers in deeper leagues.

JANUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Monday Noel (knee) will be available Monday against the Cavs.

Impact Noel returned to action Sunday against the Clippers and played 26 minutes off the bench, but he'll likely find himself in the starting five Monday with Mitchell Robinson (ankle) ruled out. Noel has been banged up for seemingly the entire season, and Monday will mark only his third appearance in the Knicks' last 15 games.

JANUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Monday's contest The Knicks list Noel (knee) as probable for Monday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Noel made his return Sunday from a four-game absence due to left knee soreness and was productive in his extended run, finishing the Knicks' 110-102 win over the Clippers with eight points (4-5 FG), seven rebounds, three steals and one block in 26 minutes. With starting center Mitchell Robinson listed as questionable for the second half of the back-to-back set after exiting Sunday's contest with a sprained left ankle, Noel could again be in store for elevated run Monday.

JANUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Brings defense in return Noel (knee) played 26 minutes off the bench in Sunday's 110-102 win over the Clippers, finishing with eight points (4-5 FG), seven rebounds, three steals and one block.

Impact The Knicks might have preferred to ease Noel back in after he missed the previous four games with left knee soreness, but he ended up seeing a larger minutes load than expected in his first game back after starting center Mitchell Robinson (ankle) wasn't able to play in the second half. Noel was productive in his return, bringing his typical efficient shooting from the field to go along with some solid defensive-stats production. He'll likely veer closer to the 20-minute mark when Robinson is fully healthy, but Noel could be in store for an elevated opportunity Monday in Cleveland if the former isn't ready to play in the second half of the back-to-back set.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Sunday Noel (knee) will be available for Sunday's contest against the Clippers, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.

Impact Noel missed the previous four games due to left knee soreness and was initially listed as questionable. He'll likely assume his usual backup role to Mitchell Robinson. Noel is averaging 3.5 points, 5.8 rebounds, 1.5 blocks and 1.1 steals in 23.0 minutes per game.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Sunday Noel (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Noel has missed the last four games due to left knee soreness, but he'll have a chance to return Sunday as the Knicks prepare for a four-game week. If he remains out, Taj Gibson should continue to serve as the primary backup to center Mitchell Robinson.

JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Knicks face the Clippers on 3-game skid

New York aims to break its three-game skid when the New York Knicks take on Los Angeles

JANUARY 22, 2022 • Associated Press

Katz: Knicks questions I wanted to ask the last 2 weeks but couldn't Discussion topics: Quentin Grimes' development, Alec Burks' poor inside shooting and Nerlens Noel's absence.

JANUARY 21, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Ruled out Thursday Noel (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Pelicans.

Impact Noel will be sidelined for a fourth consecutive game due to a sore left knee. Taj Gibson should serve as the primary backup to center Mitchell Robinson once again.

JANUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

New Orleans faces New York, aims to end road slide

New Orleans comes into a matchup with New York after losing five road games in a row

JANUARY 19, 2022 • Associated Press

Towns' three-point play helps Wolves edge Knicks 112-110

Karl-Anthony Towns converted a go-ahead three-point play with 29 seconds leftt and the Minnesota Timberwolves edged the New York Knicks 112-110

JANUARY 19, 2022 • Associated Press

Won't play Tuesday Noel (knee) is listed as out for Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves.

Impact With Noel set to miss his third game in a row, Taj Gibson is once again expected to step in as the primary backup to starting center Mitchell Robinson. While Noel was out the previous two contests, Gibson averaged 4.0 points, 4.5 rebounds and 0.5 blocks in 18.0 minutes.

JANUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

New York plays Minnesota in non-conference matchup

Minnesota takes on New York for a non-conference matchup

JANUARY 18, 2022 • Associated Press

Sitting out second straight game Noel (knee) is listed as out for Monday's game against the Hornets.

Impact After he made his return to action in Wednesday's blowout win over the Mavericks following a 10-day stint in the NBA's COVID-19 health and safety protocols, Noel is now sidelined with an injury for the second straight game. On a fortunate note, Noel is dealing with soreness in his left knee this time around, after right knee soreness had previously cost him time earlier in the season. Noel's absence Monday should allow Taj Gibson to hold down a spot in the rotation as the backup to starting center Mitchell Robinson.

JANUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Antetokounmpo has big game, Bucks beat Knicks 123-108

Antetokounmpo leads Milwaukee into matchup with New York

Robinson scores 25 to lead Heat to 110-96 win over Knicks

Knicks face the Clippers on 3-game skid

New Orleans faces New York, aims to end road slide

Towns' three-point play helps Wolves edge Knicks 112-110

New York plays Minnesota in non-conference matchup