| Wed Mar 25 | 09:28 | Cedric Coward Returns From Three-Game Absence |
Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (personal) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Wednesday's clash against the San Antonio Spurs. He has missed three games for personal reasons. With Ty Jerome (ankle) and Jaylen Wells (toe) exiting the lineup on Wednesday, Coward could take on one of the leading roles on offense, though this is an extremely difficult matchup for the Grizzlies. The Spurs have the third-best defensive rating in the league, with Victor Wembanyama protecting the paint. Coward managed only nine points on 3-for-14 shooting in his last meeting with San Antonio. |
| Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
| Fri Mar 20 | 18:47 | Cedric Coward a Late Scratch Friday |
Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (personal) is out Friday against the Celtics after being added late to the injury report. The rookie has been logging steady minutes in a starting role, so his absence opens up wing opportunities. Walter Clayton Jr. could see added run after posting four points, two rebounds, and four assists in 20 minutes off the bench last game. Rayan Rupert could also enter the streaming mix in deeper leagues if he gets the start, while Jaylen Wells may take on a bit more of the scoring load. |
| Source: gary washburn | RotoBaller.com |
| Thu Mar 12 | 19:32 | Cedric Coward Sits Out Thursday's Game |
Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (knee) won't play against the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday night. He is managing a right knee injury and has been ruled out after initially carrying a doubtful tag on the injury report. Memphis will start a back-to-back on Thursday, so there's a good chance Coward will return to the lineup on Friday against the Detroit Pistons. His absence against Dallas creates more playing opportunities for Jahmai Mashack and Rayan Rupert. The latter has put in solid work recently, averaging 13.6 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 1.2 steals in March. |
| Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
| Mon Mar 9 | 19:06 | Cedric Coward Out on Monday |
Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (knee) won't suit up for Monday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. The team has ruled him out after initially handing him a doubtful tag on the injury report. Memphis is set to have only eight players available for the contest, so players like Walter Clayton Jr., Jahmai Mashack, and Rayan Rupert should see plenty of time on the court. Coward could return to action on Tuesday for the second leg of a back-to-back against Philadelphia. |
| Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
| Tue Mar 3 | 19:35 | Cedric Coward Returns to Grizzlies Lineup |
Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (knee) has been cleared to play on Tuesday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He has been battling a knee injury lately and was listed as questionable on the initial injury report. Coward last played on Feb. 9, missing seven contests. Cam Spencer and Walter Clayton Jr. will likely have smaller roles in the rotation with Coward back in the lineup. The 22-year-old has been a regular starter since mid-November, averaging 13.3 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.9 assists during his maiden campaign. |
| Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
| Tue Mar 3 | 08:21 | Cedric Coward Could Return Tuesday |
Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (knee) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 22-year-old rookie could return to the lineup after missing seven games with a right knee injury. Despite battling some consistency issues, Coward has had a good rookie campaign, averaging 13.3 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.9 assists across 26.3 minutes of play. If Coward is cleared for action, there could be fewer minutes available to Walter Clayton Jr. and Rayan Rupert. |
| Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
| Fri Feb 27 | 09:38 | Cedric Coward to Miss Sixth Straight Game |
Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (knee) will remain sidelined for Friday's matchup against Dallas due to a sprained knee. The rookie wing is set to miss his sixth straight game, and Memphis has shown little urgency in rushing him back. Jaylen Wells should continue to see steady minutes after logging eight points, two rebounds, three assists, and two triples in 27 minutes last game. Walter Clayton Jr. should see minutes as well, but he is only a fringe streamer in deeper formats. |
| Source: Grizzlies PR | RotoBaller.com |
| Sun Feb 22 | 20:27 | Cedric Coward Remains Out Vs. Kings |
Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (knee) will remain out for Monday's matchup against the Kings, extending his absence to four straight games due to a posterior capsule sprain in his right knee. With Coward sidelined, Walter Clayton Jr., Cam Spencer, and Olivier-Maxence Prosper should continue seeing elevated minutes. Clayton logged nine points, four rebounds, and six assists in 26 minutes last game, while Prosper added nine points, four rebounds, four assists, and four steals. All three remain fringe streamers, with limited upside unless Coward's absence stretches further. |
| Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
| Thu Feb 19 | 19:47 | Cedric Coward Out Versus Utah |
Memphis Grizzlies guard Cedric Coward (knee) won't play on Friday versus Utah. The rookie has had a quality inaugural campaign, averaging 13.3 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.9 assists. He also hasn't missed many games. Unfortunately, Coward will be sidelined for a second-straight contest due to a hyperextended right knee. His next chance to get back on the floor will be on Saturday in Miami. With that said, Jahmai Mashack will likely remain in the starting lineup, with the 23-year-old averaging 8.5 points and 4.0 steals in two starts this season. |
| Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
| Wed Feb 11 | 20:22 | Cedric Coward, Walter Clayton Jr. Ruled Out Wednesday |
Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (knee) and guard Walter Clayton Jr. (calf) have been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Denver, with Coward resting a sore right knee and Clayton sidelined by a right calf contusion. The short-handed backcourt opens minutes for Ty Jerome and Scotty Pippen Jr., who combined for 30 points and 11 assists in the last outing, while Cam Spencer and Jaylen Wells should see expanded roles. Jerome profiles as the top streamer, with Pippen a viable deep-league add until Memphis gets healthier. |
| Source: Grizzlies PR | RotoBaller.com |
| Tue Feb 10 | 21:23 | Cedric Coward Unlikely to Play Wednesday |
Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (knee) is listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Denver Nuggets. He hurt his right knee in Monday's loss to Golden State, and the injury will likely keep Coward sidelined for at least one game. Coward has enjoyed a strong rookie campaign as a regular starter in Memphis, averaging 13.3 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.9 assists. Scotty Pippen Jr. and Taylor Hendricks are set to have more fantasy appeal with Coward on the shelf. The former replaced the 22-year-old in the starting lineup for the second half on Monday. |
| Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
| Mon Feb 9 | 07:00 | Cedric Coward Set to Return Monday Against Warriors |
Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (shoulder) is not listed on the injury report for Monday against Golden State after missing Saturday, indicating he has been cleared to return. His availability likely sends Jahmai Mashack back to a reserve role after Mashack logged 30 minutes with 8 points, two three-pointers, one rebound, one assist, and six steals. Coward had been trending up before the injury and now looks like a long-term hold, especially with Memphis' season tilting toward development and Ja Morant (elbow) still sidelined. Usage and minutes should remain stable. |
| Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
| Fri Jan 9 | 19:13 | Cedric Coward Available to Play on Friday |
Memphis Grizzlies rookie guard Cedric Coward (ankle) is listed as available to play Friday against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Coward has missed the previous two games with a left ankle sprain but is off the injury report and will return Friday. The rookie has been a lone bright spot for the Grizzlies this season, averaging 13.7 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 2.9 assists in just under 27 minutes per game. With Ja Morant (calf) and other key Memphis players ruled out Friday, Coward may have to step up despite missing the past two games. The ninth-overall pick should be in fantasy lineups tonight as the Grizzlies face a beat-up Thunder team. |
| Source: Memphis Grizzlies | RotoBaller.com |
| Fri Jan 9 | 11:36 | Cedric Coward Could Miss Third Straight Game |
Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (knee) is listed as questionable ahead of Friday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Coward is in danger of missing his third straight contest after suffering a left ankle sprain during Sunday's contest. The absence of Coward has led to increased playing time for GG Jackson and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope. Both players should be viewed as low-end streaming options if Coward misses a third straight game. |
| Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
| Tue Jan 6 | 16:36 | Grizzlies Likely Without Ja Morant, Cedric Coward on Tuesday |
The Memphis Grizzlies may face the San Antonio Spurs without their starting backcourt on Tuesday night. Point guard Ja Morant (calf) is doubtful with a calf contusion, while Cedric Coward (ankle) has already been ruled out. If Morant is unable to go, it will be his second consecutive game on the sidelines. This will be the second game Coward has missed this season. Vince Williams Jr. (knee) is probable to make his return after missing the last eight games. He, Pat Spencer, and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope will be responsible for most of the backcourt minutes tonight, should Morant sit. |
| Source: Memphis Grizzlies | RotoBaller.com |
| Fri Dec 26 2025 | 18:48 | Cedric Coward Active On Friday Against Milwaukee |
Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (heel) is officially active for Friday night's matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks. Coward missed Tuesday's game against Utah dealing with a left heel issue but is able to fight through it tonight. The rookie has been a very solid piece of Memphis' rotation this year and is averaging 15.1 PPG, 7.6 RPG and 4.0 APG over his last seven games. Milwaukee's defense has been spotty at times, giving Coward more potential tonight. Fantasy managers and DFS players should both target Coward for their starting lineups. |
| Source: Grizzlies PR | RotoBaller.com |
| Fri Dec 26 2025 | 07:43 | Cedric Coward Questionable Friday Against Bucks |
Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (heel) is listed as questionable for Friday's matchup against Milwaukee after not dressing in the previous game. If Coward remains sidelined, Memphis would likely continue spreading wing minutes across a thin rotation. Cam Spencer handled added responsibility last time out, finishing with 11 points and 13 assists in 32 minutes, while Jaylen Wells also logged 32 minutes, and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope picked up extra wing run. When active, Coward has typically remained in the starting group, providing a more stable wing presence. |
| Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
| Tue Dec 23 2025 | 20:19 | Cedric Coward Unavailable on Tuesday Night |
Memphis Grizzlies forward Cedric Coward (heel) won't play on Tuesday against Utah, marking his first absence of the 2025 campaign. The Grizzlies are also down Ja Morant (ankle), Brandon Clarke (calf), and Vince Williams Jr. (knee), meaning fantasy managers could see additional statistical contributions from Jaylen Wells, Cam Spencer, Jaren Jackson Jr., Santi Aldama, and Jock Landale, making them all must-start fantasy options on Tuesday night. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, who had 16 points in Monday's loss to OKC, should also be more involved than usual. |
| Source: Grizzlies PR | RotoBaller.com |
| Sat Nov 15 2025 | 16:47 | Cedric Coward Available Against Cleveland |
Memphis Grizzlies forward Cedric Coward (foot) is available for Saturday's matchup with the Cavs. He was listed as doubtful on Friday night. Fortunately, the rookie was upgraded to questionable before ultimately getting the green light to suit up. Coward has played well in his first year in the National Basketball Association, averaging 14.3 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 3.1 assists. However, he's starting on Saturday, so he may be even more productive. |
| Source: Grizzlies PR | RotoBaller.com |
| Fri Nov 14 2025 | 18:09 | Cedric Coward Doubtful For Saturday's Game In Cleveland |
Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (foot) is listed as doubtful for the team's Saturday afternoon game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The team's official injury report notes that the rookie is dealing with soreness in his right foot. If Coward is unable to suit up, it will be the first game he has missed in his professional career. The 11th overall pick has been one of the more exciting rookies in the league, averaging 14.3 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 3.1 assists in 26.8 minutes of action per game. However, he has struggled with his shot as of late, and the foot soreness could be to blame. |
| Source: Memphis Grizzlies | RotoBaller.com |