Toumani Camara News, Rumors, Updates - Portland Trail Blazers

Scores 12 points Camara racked up 12 points (5-8 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 0-1 FT), three rebounds, four assists and two steals over 34 minutes during Sunday's 125-103 victory over New Orleans.

Impact Playing in his second season, Camara has been a key part of Portland's rotation early on this season. He's been productive across the board in fantasy leagues as well, posting averages of 9.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.7 steals and 1.7 three-pointers through three games.

OCTOBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Records double-double Camara notched 15 points (5-15 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists, a steal and a block across 35 minutes in Wednesday's 111-100 preseason win over Ratiopharm Ulm.

Impact Camara was one of three Portland players who logged more than 30 minutes in this outing, with Scoot Henderson and Rayan Rupert being the others, and he made the most of his time out there. Even though he wasn't particularly efficient, Camara delivered a solid stat line across the board and is showing he's more than ready for the start of the regular season against the Warriors on Oct. 23, regardless of whether he starts or comes off the bench.

OCTOBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient in preseason win Camara scored 13 points (4-5 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 4-5 FT) while adding a rebound, an assist and two steals across 23 minutes in Sunday's 108-85 preseason win over the Kings.

Impact The Trail Blazers have yet to decide on who will open the season in the starting unit, but Camara is trying to make a strong case to earn a role there. That said, he might open the season as the backup of Deni Avdija at small forward regardless of whether Anfernee Simons (ankle) is ready for the season opener on Oct. 23 against the Warriors. Camara started in 49 of his 70 regular-season appearances as a rookie in 2023-24 and averaged 7.5 points, 4.9 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 0.9 steals across 24.8 minutes per game.

OCTOBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Just misses double-double in start Camara scored 19 points (5-9 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 7-8 Ft) while adding nine rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block in 31 minutes during Friday's 101-99 preseason loss to the Clip...

Impact The second-year forward saw a hefty workload in the Blazers' preseason opener with Deni Avdija (personal), Shaedon Sharpe (shoulder) and Anfernee Simons (ankle) all unavailable, and Camara took advantage of the opportunity to lead the team in points and boards. Despite the intriguing all-around performance, the 2023 second-round pick will be back on the second unit when the rest of the Portland roster is at full strength.

OCTOBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Camara is in the starting lineup for Friday's preseason game versus the Kings, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Impact Camara will start in place of Anfernee Simons (ankle) on Friday. Camara made 49 regular-season starts last season but is expected to be one of Portland's primary bench options in 2024-25.

OCTOBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for camp Portland general manager Joe Cronin said Monday that Camara (ribs) is good to go for training camp, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.

Impact Camara suffered a fractured left rib and a small laceration in his kidney at the end of March to end his rookie season early. The second-round pick out of Dayton showed a ton of promise, however, especially on the defensive end. In 70 regular-season appearances, Camara produced averages of 7.5 points, 4.9 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 0.9 steals and 0.8 three-pointers in 24.8 minutes.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Former Flyer Camara makes big impact as rookie in Portland Toumani Camara received two second-team votes for the NBA’s All-Rookie Team. Twenty one other players received votes. None were drafted as l...

MAY 21, 2024 • DAYTONDAILYNEWS.COM

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APRIL 12, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Blazers rookie F Toumani Camara (rib/kidney) out for season Portland Trail Blazers forward Toumani Camara will miss the remainder of the season to recover from a rib injury that left a small laceratio...

MARCH 30, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Out for remainder of 2023-24 The Trail Blazers announced Saturday that Camara has a fractured left rib and a small laceration in his kidney, which will cause him to miss the rest of the season.

Impact Camara suffered his injury in Wednesday's matchup with Atlanta. With Portland sitting at 19-55 and eliminated from postseason contention, the Trail Blazers will allow their rookie forward to sit out the rest of the campaign and make a full recovery heading into 2024-25. Camra will end the season averaging 7.5 points, 4.9 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 24.8 minutes across 70 appearances, including 49 starts.

MARCH 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with rib contusion Camara won't play in Friday's game against Miami due to a left rib contusion.

Impact With Camara sidelined and Jerami Grant (hamstring) doubtful, Jabari Walker is a candidate to start at power forward and play heavy minutes. The severity of Camara's injury remains unclear, but his next chance to suit up will come Monday in Orlando.

MARCH 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient in loss to Atlanta Camara supplied 17 points (7-9 FG, 3-4 3Pt), four rebounds, two assists and one steal over 30 minutes during Wednesday's 120-106 loss to Atlanta.

Impact Even though Dalano Banton stole the show for the Blazers with his 31-point effort, Camara was highly efficient in the frontcourt, missing just two of his nine shots and scoring in double digits for the fourth consecutive game. He's averaging 14.0 points while shooting 55 percent from the field in that stretch. Expect Camara to continue seeing heavy minutes in the final weeks of the regular season as Portland's starting power forward.

MARCH 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Contributes at both ends Monday Camara totaled 12 points (4-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds, two blocks and two steals across 35 minutes during Monday's 110-92 loss to the Rockets.

Impact Camara scored in double digits for the third consecutive game, and while his numbers have not been eye-popping, he's been serviceable in a struggling Portland team. He could be worth a flier in deep formats or as a streaming option, as he's started in all but one of his 13 appearances this month, averaging 8.8 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.0 assists and a combined 1.4 steals-plus-blocks per game.

MARCH 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 11 points with 11 shots Camara logged 11 points (5-11 FG, 1-4 3Pt), seven rebounds and one assist over 32 minutes during Friday's 125-117 loss to the Clippers.

Impact Camara has been very inconsistent with his scoring figures lately, and while his starting role is not in jeopardy, he isn't doing much from a fantasy perspective. Camara has failed to reach the 10-point mark in seven of his 11 appearances this month, meaning he's averaging a paltry 7.8 points per game in March even when he's shooting 47.8 percent from the field.

MARCH 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 23, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Returns to starting unit Camara is in the starting five for Wednesday's game versus Atlanta.

Impact Camara will replace Jerami Grant (hamstring) in the starting five Wednesday. Camara is averaging 12.0 points, 8.0 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 30.2 minutes across his last five starting appearances this season.

MARCH 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shifts to bench role Camara is coming off the bench Monday night against the Celtics, Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan Portland reports.

Impact Camara has started his last nine appearances for the Blazers, but he'll shift to a reserve role Monday night with Scoot Henderson back in the fold at point guard. Kris Murray gets the nod at small forward and Jerami Grant shifts to power forward as a result of the lineup change.

MARCH 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nears double figures in return Camara logged nine points (2-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds and one steal across 30 minutes during Friday's 123-107 loss to the Rockets.

Impact Camara returned from a two-game absence due to illness by ending one point shy of the double-digit scoring mark and ending as one of three Portland starters with seven or more boards in a balanced performance. Camara has recorded at least nine points and seven rebounds in eight games this season, including in three of his last four outings.

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Friday Camara (llness) will start at power forward in Friday's matchup with the Rockets, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Camara, who is returning from a two-game absence, figures to see a healthy workload with Jerami Grant (hamstring), Deandre Ayton (hand), Scott Henderson (groin) and Jabari Walker (hip all sidelined. That is, should he avoid any setbacks from his previous illness.

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Friday Camara (illness) will play in Friday's game versus Houston, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Impact This will be a relief to Portland, as they will be without Jerami Grant (hamstring), Deandre Ayton (hand), Scoot Henderson (groin), Jabari Walker (hip) and several others Friday. Camara missed the past two games for Portland, but he could see heavy minutes Friday if he's feeling up to it.

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Camara (illness) is questionable for Friday's game versus Houston.

Impact Camara has missed the past two games for Portland, but he remains day-to-day. If Camara is unable to suit up Friday, Kris Murray would likely soak up the majority of his minutes.

MARCH 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to out Camara (illness) won't play in Wednesday's game against the Thunder, Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan Portland reports.

Impact Camara will miss a second straight contest due to a non-COVID illness. With Jerami Grant (quadriceps) and Matisse Thybulle (hip) labeled as game-time decisions, Kris Murray, Jabari Walker and Rayan Rupert could be tasked with larger workloads Wednesday. Camara's next chance to suit up will come Friday against the Rockets.

MARCH 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Wednesday Camara (illness) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Camara was unable to play Monday against Minnesota, and he's in jeopardy of missing his second straight. Portland continues to deal with several key injuries, and Jerami Grant (quadriceps) is also questionable to suit up. If Camara is unable to play, Kris Murray could see another hefty workload for the Trail Blazers.

MARCH 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to out Camara (illness) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against Minnesota.

Impact Camara, Deandre Ayton (hand), Matisse Thybulle (hip) and Jerami Grant (quad) have all been downgraded to out, so Portland will be extremely shorthanded versus Minnesota. Dalano Banton, Jabari Walker, Kris Murray and Ashton Hagans are candidates for increased roles, but Anfernee Simons will have to lead Portland's offense.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Monday Camara is questionable to play Monday against the Timberwolves due to an illness.

Impact With Jerami Grant (quad) doubtful and Matisse Thybulle (hip) questionable, the Trail Blazers could be paper thin at the forward spots Monday evening. If all those guys are out, Jabari Walker and Dalano Banton could be forced to flirt with 40-plus minutes, so they are both on the radar as potential targets in daily fantasy leagues.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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