Tyus Jones News, Rumors, Updates - Denver Nuggets

Back to bench Jones will return to the bench Tuesday against the Bulls, according to Rob Fischer of Bally Sports Southeast

Impact No surprises here with Ja Morant back in the lineup. Even as a reserve, Jones has been a serviceable fantasy asset for his production in assists and steals.

FEBRUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stuffs stat sheet as starter Jones amassed nine points (4-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT), eight rebounds, seven assists and three steals over 34 minutes during Sunday's 106-103 loss to the Raptors.

Impact Though the wrist injury that kept Ja Morant on the bench Sunday isn't believed to be serious, Jones makes for an appealing streaming option for assists and steals any time the two-time All-Star is sidelined. Jones lived up to that reputation Sunday, and he's now averaging 18.8 points, 7.7 assists, 3.6 rebounds, 2.4 steals and 2.1 three-pointers in 33.2 minutes over his nine starts this season. If Morant is sidelined again Tuesday against the Bulls, fantasy managers can activate Jones with confidence.

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Draws spot start Jones will start Sunday's matchup against the Raptors, Rob Fischer of Bally Sports Southeast reports.

Impact With Ja Morant (wrist) out, Jones will draw his ninth start of the season. In his previous eight starts, the backup point guard has averaged 20.0 points, 7.8 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 2.4 steals in 33.0 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nabs two steals in loss Jones closed Thursday's 128-113 loss to Cleveland with six points (2-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound, three assists, one block and two steals over 24 minutes.

Impact Jones had multiple steals for the fourth time in his past six games but failed to produce in the other categories. As long as Ja Morant is healthy, Jones will continue to play second fiddle when it comes to point guard minutes. He can be streamed in for anyone needing assists and steals, two categories that are not plentiful at this stage.

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Walk Off Interview with Tyus Jones after the win over the Indiana Pacers

JANUARY 30, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Posts solid line in spot start Jones totaled 12 points (5-13 FG, 2-5 3Pt), six rebounds, eight assists and two steals over 31 minutes during Monday's 133-100 loss to Sacramento.

Impact Jones started the contest in place of Ja Morant (ankle), and while the Duke product didn't have his best shooting performance, he made strong contributions as a rebounder, passer and defender. Jones also committed only one turnover, extending his streak of consecutive games with one or zero miscues to seven. The veteran point guard's ability to protect the ball certainly doesn't hurt his fantasy value, though his ceiling is limited while playing off the bench behind Morant.

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Monday Jones is starting Monday's contest against the Kings, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

Impact With Ja Morant (ankle) ruled out for Monday's contest, Jones will slide into his place in Memphis' starting lineup. Across Jones' seven starts this season, the 26-year-old is averaging 21.1 points, 2.6 rebounds, 7.7 assists and 2.4 steals over 33.3 minutes per game.

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Red-hot from deep Friday Jones ended Friday's 122-121 loss to the Lakers with 20 points (6-9 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), one rebound and two assists over 20 minutes.

Impact Jones played just 20 minutes in the loss, but he made the most of his time on the court with 20 points. The backup point guard got to that number with an impressive 4-for-6 shooting performance from deep and a 6-for-9 overall mark from the field. That was a considerable improvement over his previous three games, during which Jones averaged just 6.7 points on 26.9 percent shooting while going just 4-for-16 from three-point range.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Morant scores 38 in return as streaking Grizzlies top Spurs

Ja Morant scored 38 points, Jaren Jackson added 21 points and 12 rebounds, and the Memphis Grizzlies hung on to beat the San Antonio Spurs 135-129 for their season-high eighth stra...

JANUARY 12, 2023 • Associated Press

Walk Off Interview with Tyus Jones after the win over the San Antonio Spurs

JANUARY 12, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Shifts to second unit Jones will return to the bench for Wednesday's game against the Spurs, Rob Fischer of Bally Sports Southeast reports.

Impact Jones was incredible over his past two games with Ja Morant (thigh) sidelined, logging 22.5 points, 6.0 assists and 3.5 steals across 34.5 minutes. However, with Morant back in action, Jones' playing time will certainly take a hit.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Duke's Jones brothers put on show in Memphis Two Duke basketball greats and brothers, Memphis Grizzlies point guard Tyus Jones and San Antonio Spurs point guard Tre Jones, battled on Mo...

JANUARY 10, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Duke's Jones brothers put on show in Memphis Two Duke basketball greats and brothers, Memphis Grizzlies point guard Tyus Jones and San Antonio Spurs point guard Tre Jones, battled on Mo...

JANUARY 10, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Dazzles again in place of Morant Jones finished with 24 points (11-19 FG, 2-4 3Pt), six assists, three steals and three rebounds across 35 minutes in Monday's 121-113 win over the Spurs.

Impact With Ja Morant (thigh) sidelined for the second game in a row, Jones got the opportunity to match up head-to-head with younger brother Tre Jones, the Spurs' starting point guard. Big brother got the better of his sibling, clearing 20 points for the second night in a row while leading the Grizzlies in assists and tying for the team lead in steals. Though he'll remain an elite streaming option for assists and steals any time Morant is sidelined, Jones will likely see his playing time take a major hit if Morant is back in action for the Grizzlies' rematch Wednesday with the Spurs.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tyus Jones Highlights vs. San Antonio Spurs | 24 points, 6 assists,3 rebounds

JANUARY 10, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Grizzlies withstand late rally to defeat Spurs 121-113

Tyus Jones, filling in for Ja Morant, had 24 points, Jaren Jackson Jr. added 16 and the Memphis Grizzlies withstood a second-half San Antonio rally to beat the Spurs 121-113

JANUARY 10, 2023 • Associated Press

With Ja Morant out, Tyus Jones outshines brother Tre in Memphis Grizzlies' win over Spurs With no Ja Morant, the Memphis Grizzlies used a collective unit to close out Monday's game against the Spurs.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • COMMERCIALAPPEAL.COM

Thrives in starting unit Sunday Jones had 21 points (7-15 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 5-5 FT), two rebounds, six assists and four steals over 34 minutes during Sunday's 123-118 victory over Utah.

Impact Jones replaced Ja Morant (thigh) in the starting lineup for Sunday's game, producing an elite two-way performance. As is typically the case when Morant is out, managers should have been quick to scoop Jones up off the waiver wire. While he is a backend guy on most nights, any time he moves into the starting lineup should see managers running to the wire.

JANUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Grizzlies vs Jazz: Tyus Jones press conference 01.08.23

JANUARY 9, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Grizzlies, without Morant, beat Jazz, extend win streak to 6

Desmond Bane had 24 points and nine assists, Tyus Jones added 21 points and the Memphis Grizzlies, playing without leading scorer Ja Morant, beat the Utah Jazz 123-118

JANUARY 9, 2023 • Associated Press

Starting against Jazz Jones is in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Jazz, Rob Fischer of Bally Sports Southeast reports.

Impact Jones gets the nod at point guard with Ja Morant (thigh) out, as expected. This will be Jones' sixth start of the campaign, and he's flourished when given the chance, averaging 20.6 points, 8.4 assists and 2.6 rebounds per game in that role.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play against Charlotte Jones (illness) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Hornets.

Impact Jones has been upgraded from questionable to out Wednesday due to a non-COVID illness. The 26-year-old point guard is averaging 8.8 points, 5.0 assists and 2.6 rebounds in 21.2 minutes across his last five games.

JANUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against Charlotte Jones is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Hornets due to a non-COVID illness.

Impact Jones has scored in double figures in two of his last five appearances and has averaged 8.8 points, 5.0 assists and 2.6 rebounds in 21.2 minutes per game. He was a late addition to Wednesday's injury report, and John Konchar is a candidate to see increased playing time if Jones is unavailable.

JANUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes out eight assists Jones registered 18 points (5-10 FG, 5-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six rebounds, eight assists and one steal in 32 minutes during Sunday's 118-108 win over the Kings.

Impact Jones' numbers will always suffer a bit when the backcourt is healthy, but he's usually good for a decent assist total. Memphis is only one injury away from a heightened role for Jones, a scenario that presented itself last season. Fantasy managers who depend on Ja Morant would be wise to stash the veteran guard.

JANUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Morant, Jones lead Grizzlies to 118-108 victory over Kings

Ja Morant scored 35 points, Tyus Jones added 18 and the Memphis Grizzlies broke open a close game in the fourth quarter to defeat the Sacramento Kings 118-108

JANUARY 2, 2023 • Associated Press

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Morant scores 38 in return as streaking Grizzlies top Spurs

Grizzlies withstand late rally to defeat Spurs 121-113

Grizzlies, without Morant, beat Jazz, extend win streak to 6

Morant, Jones lead Grizzlies to 118-108 victory over Kings