Simone Fontecchio News, Rumors, Updates - Miami Heat

Scores seven in defeat Fontecchio registered seven points (2-5 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, three assists and one block in 24 minutes during Wednesday's 147-97 loss to the Mavericks.

Impact Fontecchio was held below 10 points for a second consecutive matchup Wednesday, but he played just 24 minutes in the blowout loss, his lowest mark since joining the starting lineup in late November. Even though he's had a slight decrease in scoring over his last two outings, the 27-year-old has averaged 11.0 points, 3.8 rebounds and 3.2 assists in 28.7 minutes per game over his six appearances since taking on a starting role.

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in second start Fontecchio logged 14 points (4-9 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds, two assists and two steals in 28 minutes during Monday's 114-112 win over the Pelicans.

Impact The Jazz are now 2-0 with Fontecchio and Omer Yurtseven in the starting lineup, and the absence of Lauri Markkanen (hamstring) has effectively illustrated Utah's depth at multiple positions. Although the 6-8 Italian will return to the bench when Markkanen returns, it will be interesting to see if Fontechhio's efficient play will earn more time in a platoon with John Collins.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Enters starting lineup Fontecchio will start Saturday's game against the Pelicans, Ben Anderson of KSL News Salt Lake City reports.

Impact The Jazz are missing Jordan Clarkson (illness) and Lauri Markkanen (hamstring) Saturday, so Fontecchio will make his first start of the campaign. He has shot the ball well so far this season, hitting 49.1 percent from the field and 43.6 percent from beyond the arc.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs eight points Friday Fontecchio logged eight points (3-5 FG, 2-4 3Pt) and one rebound over 15 minutes during Friday's 131-128 loss to Phoenix.

Impact Fontecchio played double-digit minutes off the bench for the fifth time in the last six matchups Friday, but he was unable to generate much production despite a relatively efficient showing from the floor. Over his last six appearances, he's averaged 4.8 points and 1.8 rebounds in 12.5 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores five off bench Fontecchio closed Wednesday's 133-109 win over Memphis with five points (2-5 FG, 1-3 3Pt), one rebound and one assist in eight minutes.

Impact Fontecchio hasn't been a consistent part of Utah's rotation earky this year, but he saw some playing time during Wednesday's blowout win. As long as the Jazz remain relatively healthy this season, Fontecchio is unlikely to have much fantasy relevance.

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Coming off bench in opener Fontecchio won't start Wednesday's game against the Kings, Sarah Todd of The Deseret News reports.

Impact Fontecchio drew the starting nod during Utah's preseason finale; however, he'll return to the bench as expected for the regular-season opener. Last season, Fontecchio played 14.7 minutes per game across 52 games. However, the additions of John Collins, Taylor Hendricks and Brice Sensabaugh could mean fewer opportunities for Fontecchio in 2023-24.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 11 points Thursday Fontecchio delivered 11 points (3-7 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds, two assists and a steal across 27 minutes in Thursday's 116-113 preseason loss to the Kings.

Impact With Lauri Markkanen, John Collins and Kelly Olynyk resting, Fontecchio got the start Thursday. Fontecchio delivered a decent stat line, but he continues to struggle with his shot, and until he can improve his three-point shooting, his upside will be minimal. Fontecchio will be playing as the backup to Markkanen, who's the go-to player for Utah's offense.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Thursday Fontecchio is in the starting lineup for Thursday's preseason matchup against the Kings, David Locke of the Jazz's official website reports.

Impact Despite having a solid year as a rookie, Fontecchio has struggled in the preseason. He will get a chance to play extended minutes Thursday, as the Jazz are resting Lauri Markkanen, John Collins and Kelly Olynyk. Fontecchio is averaging just 4.3 points while shooting 33 percent from deep across four preseason appearances.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

USA rolls past Italy and Simone Fontecchio to reach Basketball World Cup semifinals Jazz teammates Walker Kessler and Simone Fontecchio faced off in a quarterfinal matchup at the basketball World Cup.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023 • SLTRIB.COM

Comes off bench for 20 points Fontecchio provided 20 points (8-18 FG, 4-11 3Pt), nine rebounds and two assists in 31 minutes during Sunday's 128-117 loss to the Lakers.

Impact Fontecchio was in a good rhythm between the second and third quarters, going 6-of-11 from the field over that stretch for 16 points, adding three rebounds and an assist. The rookie forward was unable to finish strong, however, knocking down just one of four field-goal attempts in the final period while missing all three of his attempts from downtown as the Jazz fell to the Lakers in their regular season finale. Fontecchio played 31 minutes off the bench and finished third on the team in scoring with 20 points to go along with nine rebounds, which trailed only Kris Dunn for the team lead.

APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Reaches double digits Fontecchio logged 12 points (5-13 FG, 2-8 3Pt), four rebounds, one assist and one steal in 31 minutes during Friday's 122-114 loss to the Celtics.

Impact Fontecchio's scoring is wildly unreliable, but this was a fine performance from the 27-year-old rookie. He's started five of his past six appearances, averaging 10.7 points on 37/33/100 shooting, 1.8 rebounds and 1.3 assists. Fontecchio is seeing extra time on the floor due to absences from Lauri Markkanen (hand) and Rudy Gay (back).

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Produces little in return Fontecchio had four points (2-6 FG, 0-3 3Pt) and one assist across 17 minutes during Wednesday's 128-117 win over San Antonio.

Impact Fontecchio returned to the starting lineup after missing last game (toe) and because Lauri Markkanen (hand) sat out. He ended up playing just under 17 minutes and contributed very little Wednesday night. Other than a couple standout performances during the month of March, the rookie out of Italy garners little fantasy value right now.

MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Erupts for 26 points Fontecchio ended with 26 points (9-16 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT) and two rebounds in 25 minutes during Friday's 144-116 loss to the Bucks.

Impact Lauri Markkanen missed Friday's game with a hand contusion, and it was Fontecchio who stepped up the most for Utah. However, the score became pretty lopsided quickly, and not a single player for the Jazz played more than 26 minutes. With Markkanen and Jordan Clarkson (finger) banged up, Fontecchio could make some noise in the final couple weeks of the season.

MARCH 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Fontecchio is in the starting five for Friday's game versus the Bucks.

Impact Fontecchio will replace Lauri Markkanen (hand) in the starting five Friday. Fontecchio is averaging 9.0 points, 2.0 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 31.0 minutes across his previous two starts.

MARCH 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Fontecchio will not start in Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Impact Fontecchio drew a spot start Monday in place of Lauri Markkanen (back) and scored 12 points over 33 minutes. However, he will return to his typical bench role with Markkanen back in action. In his last five appearances with the reserves, Fontecchio has averaged 12.4 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.0 steals across 19.4 minutes.

MARCH 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 12 in spot start Fontecchio closed Monday's 128-120 victory over the Kings with 12 points (4-13 FG, 4-10 3Pt), three assists and one rebound in 33 minutes.

Impact Fontecchio picked up his second start of the season Monday, taking on elevated minutes as a replacement at small forward for the injured Lauri Markkanen (back). The rookie proved to be a useful option for those that streamed him for three-pointers, but he brought little else to the table and actively harmed managers' field-goal percentage. Despite the somewhat underwhelming line Monday, Fontecchio should be in store for another start if Markkanen remains sidelined again Wednesday versus the Trail Blazers.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Monday Fontecchio will start Monday versus the Kings with Lauri Markkanen (back) unavailable, Eric Walden of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Fontecchio recently had a 23-point game over 30 minutes, so he's certainly someone to consider as a streamer given the opportunity he'll see in a starting role. Joining him in the first unit will be Talen Horton-Tucker, Ochai Agbaji, Kelly Olynyk and Walker Kessler.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hits for 23 off bench Fontecchio posted 23 points (8-17 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal over 30 minutes off the bench during Monday's 119-115 loss to the Heat.

Impact The 27-year-old rookie put together the best game of his brief NBA career, topping the 18 points he scored against the Warriors back on Dec. 7. Fontecchio has claimed a regular spot in the Utah rotation, playing at least 20 minutes in six of the last 11 games and averaging 8.7 points, 2.2 boards, 1.5 threes and 1.4 assists over that stretch. If his workload continues to climb over the final weeks of the season, he'll put himself on the fantasy radar in a lot of formats.

MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores career-high 17 points Fontecchio posted 17 points (5-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 6-6 FT), three steals, two rebounds and two assists in 22 minutes during Thursday's 131-124 win over the Magic.

Impact Fontecchio played at least 20 minutes for the fourth time over Utah's past five games and notched career highs in points and steals. When the undrafted rookie out of Italy sees at least 20 minutes (nine games), he's averaged 9.9 points, 2.0 rebounds and 1.6 assists with 41/36/77 shooting splits.

MARCH 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Enters starting lineup Fontecchio is starting against the Mavericks on Tuesday, according to Mavericks radio play-by-play broadcaster Chuck Cooperstein.

Impact The Jazz will go smaller Tuesday evening with Walker Kessler out with an illness. Fontecchio is known for his perimeter shooting and has made five three-pointers over his last two games.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goes for 16 points off bench Fontecchio accumulated 16 points (5-12 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 2-4 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one block over 26 minutes during Friday's 130-103 loss to the Thunder.

Impact Fontecchio has not been a regular contributor for the Jazz, and he has scored in double digits off the bench just three times all season long. Regardless of the format, he doesn't produce enough to be a valuable fantasy contributor. There's a chance this outing was nothing more than an outlier, given he took advantage of the minutes he received in a blowout loss.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains in rotation Tuesday Fontecchio logged zero points (0-7 FG, 0-5 3Pt), two assists and one steal in 20 minutes during Tuesday's 102-94 loss to San Antonio.

Impact Fontecchio saw meaningful minutes for the seventh time in his past eight games, although his production tells another story. While he has been able to crack the rotation, his value remains limited, and that's putting it nicely. He is outside the top 400 over the eight-game span and can clearly be ignored in basically every fantasy format.

MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will be available Friday Fontecchio (foot) is available for Friday's contest against the Hawks, Eric Walden of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Fontecchio missed Wednesday's matchup against Toronto due to left foot soreness and was initially listed as questionable for Friday. While the undrafted rookie has been cleared to return, he isn't expected to play many minutes, as he's made just five appearances since Dec. 26.

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Friday Fontecchio (foot) is questionable for Friday's game against Atlanta, Eric Walden of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Fontecchio was unavailable Wednesday against Toronto due to left foot soreness, and his status for Friday's game is up in the air. His status shouldn't significantly impact Utah's rotation.

FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sits Wednesday with sore foot Fontecchio didn't play in Wednesday's 131-128 win over the Raptors due to a sore left foot.

Impact The 27-year-old rookie from Italy hasn't been a regular part of head coach Will Hardy's rotation since late December, so his absence Wednesday likely didn't affect how the minutes were divvied up among the Jazz forwards. Fontecchio can be viewed as day-to-day heading into the Jazz's next game Friday against the Hawks.

FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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