Memphis' Jonas Valanciunas (health protocols) ruled out for Monday's game against Suns
Memphis Grizzlies center Jonas Valanciunas (health protocols) will not play in Monday's contest against the Phoenix Suns.
What It Means:
According to Wojnarowski, Valanciunas has been ruled out after the Grizzlies' center entered league protocol. Expect Gorgui Dieng to play more minutes at the five if he is eligible on Monday.
According to Rotogrinders' Court IQ in 153.1 minutes this season with Valanciunas off the floor, Dieng is averaging 1.14 FanDuel points per minute and a 18.8% usage rate.
Source:
Adrian Wojnarowski
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