Fournier (illness) is available for Saturday's matchup versus the Pelicans.
Fournier missed the Knicks' first game after the All-Star break due to an illness, but he's since cleared the aliment and will be available Saturday. However, the sharpshooter hasn't been a regular part of New York's rotation since Jan. 9, so his availability shouldn't impact much against the Pelicans.
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Knicks' Evan Fournier: Questionable against New Orleans
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Fournier (illness) is questionable for Saturday's game versus the Pelicans.
Fournier may miss his second straight game Saturday due to a non-COVID illness. However, his potential absence shouldn't affect the Knicks' rotation.
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Knicks' Evan Fournier: Won't play Friday
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Fournier has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Wizards due to a non-COVID illness.
Fournier hasn't been part of the Knicks' rotation recently and will be unavailable for the team's first game after the All-Star break. Whether he'll be available for the second half of the back-to-back set Saturday against the Pelicans remains to be seen.
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Knicks' Evan Fournier: Rejoins rotation Sunday
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Fournier finished with a season-high 17 points (6-11 FG, 5-8 3Pt), one rebound, one assist and one steal in 24 minutes in Sunday's 108-97 win over the 76ers.
After appearing in just 11 of the Knicks' previous 13 games, Fournier was thrust into the rotation Sunday when RJ Barrett (illness) was a late scratch. The Knicks' bench unit was instrumental in leading the Knicks to a 21-point comeback win, with Fournier going a plus-28 during his time on the court while pacing all reserves in scoring. Though it was an impressive showing for a player who hadn't see much court time lately, Fournier could find himself right back outside of the rotation if Barrett is cleared for Tuesday's game in Orlando.
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Knicks' Evan Fournier: Clear of injury report for Saturday
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Fournier (personal) isn't listed on the injury report ahead of Saturday's game versus the Nets.
Fournier has been away from the team for the last two games after logging 21 minutes against the Raptors on Jan. 22. However, he was on the outside of the rotation looking in prior to that, failing to see the floor in any of the previous six games. So, the veteran guard may not have a role Saturday despite being available.
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Knicks' Evan Fournier: Still out Thursday
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Fournier (personal) is out Thursday against the Celtics.
Fournier will miss a second straight game due to a personal matter, which popped up one game after making his way back into the rotation. His next chance to play is Saturday against the Nets.
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Knicks' Evan Fournier: Won't play Tuesday
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Fournier will not suit up Tuesday versus the Cavaliers for personal reasons.
Fournier made his way back to the floor Sunday against the Raptors after being out of the rotation previously, but it appears he has a personal matter to tend to Tuesday. The veteran guard's next opportunity to don the uniform again arrives Thursday in Boston.
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Knicks' Evan Fournier: Spotted playing basketball Thursday
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Fournier accumulated 11 points (4-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and two steals across 17 minutes during Thursday's 122-115 loss to the Spurs.
Fournier re-entered the rotation Thursday, his first action since mid-November. It's been a disastrous season for Fournier, going from starting on opening night to being nothing more than a spectator. He slid back into the rotation purely out of necessity and even still logged just 17 minutes. Even when he was starting, Fournier was far from a must-roster player, meaning managers need not concern themselves with this performance.
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Knicks' Evan Fournier: Cut out of rotation
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Fournier (coach's decision) went unused off the bench in Tuesday's 118-111 win over the Jazz.
For the first time all season, Fournier found himself outside of head coach Tom Thibodeau's rotation, as the Knicks turned to Immanuel Quickley to cover all the backup minutes on the wing behind starters RJ Barrett and Cam Reddish. Even if Thibodeau elects to extend his rotation from nine men to 10 in future contests, Fournier isn't a surefire bet to get the nod for the 10th spot over Quentin Grimes, a first-round draft pick from a year ago whose development is likely a greater priority. Fournier's move out of the rotation came after he averaged just 2.7 points on 20 percent shooting from the field in his six games since losing his spot in the starting five.
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Knicks' Evan Fournier: Blanked from field Friday
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Fournier posted three points (0-5 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), two rebounds and one assist in 12 minutes during Friday's 121-112 win over the Pistons.
Fournier managed his only three points from the free-throw line but couldn't find the bottom of the net from the field in this one. He has seen his playing time dwindle of late, logging 14 or fewer minutes in four of the five games since he moved to the bench. The only game he saw more was a blowout loss to the Nets on Wednesday, so there's little to read into there. At this point, the veteran floor spacer may be relegated to a small rotational role unless injuries necessitate an increase.
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Knicks' Evan Fournier: Bottoms out in Monday's win
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Fournier recorded two points (1-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt), one rebound, three assists and two steals over 12 minutes during Monday's 120-107 win over Minnesota.
Fournier played just 12 minutes off the bench Monday, the third consecutive game in which he has seen fewer than 15 minutes. Outside of a couple of decent scoring nights, Fournier's decline has been quite dramatic, with him going from 33 minutes on Opening Night to now barely being in the rotation. Clearly, he can be dropped in all competitive leagues.
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Knicks' Evan Fournier: Drops to bench role
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Fournier will appear off the bench Friday against the 76ers.
Fournier hasn't produced a ton of late, and Grimes seemed like a prime candidate to eventually take over a starting job. That will indeed be the case Friday, which could also result in a slight minutes reduction for Fournier.
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Knicks' Evan Fournier: Poor shooting in loss
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Fournier posted three points (1-6 FG, 1-4 3Pt), two rebounds and one assist in 19 minutes during Wednesday's 112-99 loss to the Hawks.
Fournier has struggled this season, averaging 10.6 points, 2.7 rebounds and 1.6 assists on 40.0 field-goal percentage in 24.4 minutes across seven games. Immanuel Quickley played a season-high 29 minutes, which might become a regular occasion if Fournier continues to play poorly. Quentin Grimes is also available and showed upside last season.
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Knicks' Evan Fournier: Unimpactful in loss Friday
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Fournier racked up 11 points (4-12 FG, 3-7 3Pt) and four rebounds across 20 minutes during Friday's 119-108 loss to Milwaukee.
Fournier started but played just 20 minutes, continuing what has been an underwhelming start to the season. His overall value is primarily tied to scoring, something that he has not been able to do on a consistent basis. The Knicks now have multiple other options when it comes to getting shots away, so Fournier is essentially nothing more than a possible streaming candidate.
Fournier produced eight points (2-8 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and two assists across 27 minutes during Monday's 115-102 victory over Orlando.
Fournier remains a part of the starting unit for the Knicks, although his recent production would tell another story. With very little upside outside of scoring and triples, Fournier falls into the streaming category in most competitive leagues. He will occasionally blow up, at which time he could become a short-term pickup but even then, savvy managers are knowledgeable enough to know what is real and what isn't.
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Knicks' Evan Fournier: Scores four points
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Fournier had four points (2-6 FG, 0-3 3Pt), five rebounds and five assists across 16 minutes in Friday's 105-89 preseason win over the Wizards.
Fournier was the only starter who didn't score in double figures for the Knicks, and that might be a concern if it continues during the season. Most of his value is tied to what he can do as a scorer and shooter. The veteran Frenchman is expected to begin the season as the starting shooting guard for New York, though he'll likely hold a secondary role on offense behind the likes of Julius Randle, RJ Barrett and Jalen Brunson.
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Knicks' Evan Fournier: Available Wednesday
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Fournier is available for Wednesday's preseason contest against the Pacers, Stefan Bondy of the New York Daily News reports.
Fournier didn't play in last Friday's exhibition due to rest purposes, but he'll be back in action Wednesday. The veteran sharpshooter is expected to open the campaign as the Knicks' starting shooting guard.
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Knicks' Evan Fournier: Resting Friday
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Fournier (rest) will not play in Friday's preseason matchup against the Pacers.
Fournier played 18 minutes in Tuesday's preseason opener and tallied five points and two rebounds. The veteran guard is in line to be the Knicks' starting shooting guard this season. Fournier is not expected to miss any regular season action and is likely just going through normal preseason load management.
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Knicks' Evan Fournier: Heads pack to start at SG
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Head coach Tom Thibodeau indicated Tuesday that Fournier is considered the favorite to start at shooting guard, Stefan Bondy of the New York Daily News reports.
Fournier started all but two games last season for the Knicks and appears positioned to retain his starting job entering 2022-23. He was a solid shooter last season, averaging 14.1 points over 29.5 minutes and should claim a similar role this year.
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Knicks' Evan Fournier: Hits four triples
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Fournier recorded 17 points (6-14 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds, two assists and two steals in the 114-92 win over Washington on Friday.
Fournier has seen a slight decrease in minutes compared to his playing time in February. However, the veteran guard has shown that he can still contribute solid numbers in whichever role he's given.
