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Archived News (12-2008)
Ron Artest is expected to play Wednesday when the Rockets host
Ron Artest is expected to play Wednesday when the Rockets host the Bucks, according to the Houston Chronicle. He has been recovering from a sprained ankle.Artest is averaging 24 points over his last two games and is worth penciling into fantasy lineups in a favorable match-up against the 14-17 Bucks.
Houston forward Ron Artest remained in a reserve role Monday
News: Houston forward Ron Artest remained in a reserve role Monday against Washington. He came off the bench and scored 20 points, but also had six turnovers. He did contribute four rebounds and two assists. [...]
Artest (ankle) had 20 points on 6-of-15 shooting in 26 minutes
News: Artest (ankle) had 20 points on 6-of-15 shooting in 26 minutes Monday night. [...]
Ron Artest came off of the bench to score 20 points in 26 minutes
Ron Artest came off of the bench to score 20 points in 26 minutes to lead all Rockets scorers in their loss to the Wizards on Monday. However, he shot just 6-for-15 and made six turnovers.Artest is not having the season he was hoping for when he joined the Rockets. He is averagin 16 points and 5.6 rebounds per game.
Update: Artest (ankle) returned to action Saturday, scoring
Update: Artest (ankle) returned to action Saturday, scoring 28 points on 7-of-18 shooting, including three three-pointers, with eight rebounds, four assists and two steals in 41 minutes.
Analysis: Artest was especially needed with Tracy McGrady out, and he delivered in the Rockets' double-overtime win over the Jazz. We can't imagine playing 40 minutes will be great for his ankle, but until we hear otherwise, we'd activate him for now.
Artest (ankle) returned to action Saturday, scoring 28 points
Artest (ankle) returned to action Saturday, scoring 28 points on 7-of-18 shooting, including three three-pointers, with eight rebounds, four assists and two steals in 41 minutes. Artest was especially needed with Tracy McGrady out, and he delivered in the Rockets' double-overtime win over the Jazz. We can't imagine playing 40 minutes will be great for his ankle, but until we hear otherwise, we'd activate him for now.Sun, December 28 [...]
Ron Artest scored 10 of his 28 points in the second overtime
News: Ron Artest scored 10 of his 28 points in the second overtime and the Houston Rockets recovered from blowing a 16-point lead in the second half to beat the Utah Jazz 120-115 on Saturday night. Artest went 4-for-4 from the free-throw line in the first minute of the second extra period to give the Rockets a 105-101 lead. Kyle Korver sank a 3-pointer before Artest scored in the lane to put the Rockets up 110-105. The Jazz got no closer than five after that, and the crowd started chanting Artest's name before he made two free throws with 1:14 left to stretch the Rockets' lead to 114-107. [...]
Ron Artest scored a team-high 28 points off the bench on Saturday
Ron Artest scored a team-high 28 points off the bench on Saturday after sitting out one game to rest his sore ankle. He was 11-of-11 from the free throw line with three 3-pointers, eight rebounds, four assists and two steals. [...]
Update: Artest (ankle), who spent the holiday in Indiana with
Update: Artest (ankle), who spent the holiday in Indiana with his family, underwent therapy in Houston on Friday and is listed as day-to-day and questionable to play Saturday against the visiting Jazz, the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Artest has been dealing with soreness in the ankle, and the team's heavy schedule hasn't helped. Keep him on your bench until he cracks 30 minutes in the box score.
Artest (ankle), who spent the holiday in Indiana with his family,
Artest (ankle), who spent the holiday in Indiana with his family, underwent therapy in Houston on Friday and is listed as day-to-day and questionable to play Saturday against the visiting Jazz, the Houston Chronicle reports. [...]
Artest sat out Friday, missing the Rockets' 88-79 loss at New
Artest sat out Friday, missing the Rockets' 88-79 loss at New Orleans with a right ankle injury. Artest has missed a total of four games with that particular ailment this season, and it's unclear if he'll be ready for Saturday's game versus Utah. He is averaging 15.5 points in 2008-09.
Houston F Ron Artest (right ankle) sat out Friday's game in
News: Houston F Ron Artest (right ankle) sat out Friday's game in New Orleans. He is considered day to day. [...]
Artest did not make the trip to New Orleans and will sit out
Artest did not make the trip to New Orleans and will sit out Friday's game to rest his sore ankle, the Houston Chronicle reports. He's listed as day-to-day and is questionable for Saturday's game against the Jazz. Artest can't seem to shake this nagging injury, and it might actually be in the team's best interest to shut him down for a few games and let it heal. In any event, sit him Friday night in daily leagues.Fri, December 26 [...]
Update: Artest did not make the trip to New Orleans and will
Update: Artest did not make the trip to New Orleans and will sit out Friday's game to rest his sore ankle, the Houston Chronicle reports. He's listed as day-to-day and is questionable for Saturday's game against the Jazz.
Analysis: Artest can't seem to shake this nagging injury, and it might actually be in the team's best interest to shut him down for a few games and let it heal. In any event, sit him Friday night in daily leagues.
Artest did not make the trip to New Orleans and will sit out
Artest did not make the trip to New Orleans and will sit out Friday's game to rest his sore ankle, the Houston Chronicle reports. He's listed as day-to-day and is questionable for Saturday's game against the Jazz. [...]
Ron Artest did not travel with the Rockets to New Orleans and
Ron Artest did not travel with the Rockets to New Orleans and is questionable for Saturday's game due to his sprained ankle, according to the Houston Chronicle.Do not be surprised to see Artest miss a week or more as other players have this season with the same injury.
Ron Artest did not make the trip to New Orleans for Friday's
Ron Artest did not make the trip to New Orleans for Friday's game, staying in Houston to receive treatment on his sore right ankle. He's day-to-day and questionable for Saturday's game against the Jazz. [...]
Update: Artest (ankle) had 14 points and four rebounds in 32
Update: Artest (ankle) had 14 points and four rebounds in 32 minutes off the bench Tuesday.
Analysis: Our feeling is that Artest will eventually return to the starting lineup when his ankle is 100 percent. Either way, he's getting enough minutes, but his ankle seems to be limiting his production of late.
Ron Artest came off the Rockets bench again on Tuesday, scoring
Ron Artest came off the Rockets bench again on Tuesday, scoring 14 points with four rebounds and three treys in 32 minutes against Cleveland. If Artest continues to get 30+ minutes, he should be able to produce regardless of whether or not he's coming off the bench. [...]
Ron Artest was limited to 10 points, two rebounds, two assists
Ron Artest was limited to 10 points, two rebounds, two assists and one block in 25 minutes off the Rockets bench on Monday. Artest's value isn't quite as stable while he's coming off the bench, but it is his ankle injury that is the biggest threat to his long-term value. [...]
Ron Artest (ankle) came off the Rockets bench on Saturday and
Ron Artest (ankle) came off the Rockets bench on Saturday and had 19 points, three 3-pointers, four assists and three steals in 32 minutes. As long as his ankle holds up, Artest should be in your fantasy lineup. [...]
Ron Artest (ankle) is active for Saturday's game against the
Ron Artest (ankle) is active for Saturday's game against the Timberwolves. Good news if he's in your lineup, though the constant guessing games will get old pretty quick. [...]
Update: Artest (ankle) came off the bench and played 27 minutes
Update: Artest (ankle) came off the bench and played 27 minutes Friday night in Houston's victory over Sacramento. He had nine points on 4-of-11 shooting with four rebounds, three assists and two steals in the win.
Analysis: Artest, who was a game-time decision against the Kings, said he may need some rest during a stretch that has the Rockets playing four games in five nights. Houston follows Friday's game with contests on Saturday (at Minnesota), Monday (at New Jersey) and Tuesday (at Cleveland).
Ron Artest played through an ankle injury on Friday and had
Ron Artest played through an ankle injury on Friday and had just nine points, four rebounds, three assists, two steals and a 3-pointer on 4-of-11 shooting in 26 minutes off the Rockets' bench. [...]
Ron Artest (sprained ankle) is probable for Friday's game against
Ron Artest (sprained ankle) is probable for Friday's game against the Kings, according to the Houston Chronicle.Artest is averaging 16 points per game and will have a favorable home match-up against the 7-19 Kings if able to play tonight.
Update: Artest said his status Friday's contest would be a game-time
Update: Artest said his status Friday's contest would be a game-time decision and that he is unsure how well his sprained ankle will hold up to the busy stretch of games, the Houston Chronicle reports. "I'm going to have to monitor, make sure I'm not overdoing it," he said. "I'm going to talk to the trainers and see how we'll handle the four games in five nights."
Analysis: Artest is likely to sit out at least one of the next several games as his ankle's still giving him trouble.
Ron Artest (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against
Ron Artest (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against the Kings, and will be a game-time decision. The Rockets play four games in five nights starting Friday, so it's entirely possible he sits this one out. [...]
Update: Artest (ankle) returned to action Tuesday, scoring 20
Update: Artest (ankle) returned to action Tuesday, scoring 20 points on 7-of-12 shooting, including four three-pointers, in 28 minutes off the bench.
Analysis: A solid game from Artest, but we'll have to see how his ankle responds over the next couple days. Barring a setback, he'll be in the starting lineup very soon.
Rockets SF Ron Artest, who missed two games with a sprained
News: Rockets SF Ron Artest, who missed two games with a sprained right ankle, returned to the court Tuesday against the Nuggets. He had 20 points, four rebounds and four 3-pointers in 29 minutes of play. [...]
After missing two games with an ankle injury, Ron Artest came
After missing two games with an ankle injury, Ron Artest came off the Rockets bench on Tuesday for 20 points, four rebounds and one steal. Artest has torn ligaments in his ankle that could bother him off and on all season, though it's also possible that a few days rest has calmed it down enough. [...]
Ron Artest (ankle) is active for the Rockets on Tuesday but
Ron Artest (ankle) is active for the Rockets on Tuesday but will come off the bench behind Shane Battier. Artest's new sixth-man role shouldn't concern his owners nearly as much as the partially torn ligaments in his ankle. [...]
Rockets forward Ron Artest (sore right ankle) practiced on Monday,
Rockets forward Ron Artest (sore right ankle) practiced on Monday, but his status for Tuesday's game will not be determined until shootaround. Artest has been inactive for the past two games and is expected to come off the bench behind Shane Battier when he returns. [...]
Ron Artest was able to practice Monday, but will be a game-day
Ron Artest was able to practice Monday, but will be a game-day call for tonight's battle with Denver, according to the Houston Chronicle. He is recovering from a sore right ankle. Artest said, "We really didnÂ’t do much Monday, but IÂ’ll know more today after shootaround and before the game. You definitely want to play. Always. You always want to play."Artest is the Rockets' third leading scorer, averaging 15.8 points per contest. He could be limited by his ankle if cleared to play tonight, so fantasy owners should consider him with caution.
Rockets F Ron Artest missed the two games he said he'd miss
News: Rockets F Ron Artest missed the two games he said he'd miss over the weekend with an ankle injury. His status for Tuesday's game against Denver is yet to be determined. [...]
Update: It is unclear whether Artest (ankle) or Shane Battier
Update: It is unclear whether Artest (ankle) or Shane Battier will start on Tuesday against the Nuggets, the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Head coach Rick Adelman explained that a tougher decision will be choosing who will end the game, but that both players will get their share of minutes. Battier seems to have the edge for now, as he was slated as a starter to begin the season.
Ron Artest could come off the bench behind Shane Battier when
Ron Artest could come off the bench behind Shane Battier when he returns from his ankle injury, the Houston Chronicle reports.Artest has endorsed the plan, and he should still see plenty of minutes.
When Ron Artest returns from his ankle injury there's a good
When Ron Artest returns from his ankle injury there's a good chance he'll come off the bench behind Shane Battier. Coach Rick Adelman's plan from the beginning was to bring Artest off the bench but injuries haven't allowed him to do so just yet. [...]
Ron Artest will miss Friday's game at Golden State while recovering
Ron Artest will miss Friday's game at Golden State while recovering from his sprained right ankle, according to the Sports Network.He could return as early as Tuesday against the Nuggets.
The Sports Xchange notes that Houston Rockets forward Ron Artest
News: The Sports Xchange notes that Houston Rockets forward Ron Artest will sit out the next two games with a sprained right ankle. Artest sat out Monday's loss in Memphis, the first game he's missed this season. "He has a bad ankle, we know that," said Houston coach Rick Adelman. "He's going to play that one game (against Atlanta), and have seven or eight days off, so you're hoping it responds to that." [...]
Update: Artest (ankle) will not travel with the Rockets on their
Update: Artest (ankle) will not travel with the Rockets on their upcoming two-game road trip, the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Apparently it would be OK for Artest to play on the ankle, but he is in a lot of pain and would like to use the weekend to rehab and rest.
Ron Artest will miss the Rocket's upcoming two-game road trip
Ron Artest will miss the Rocket's upcoming two-game road trip to rest his sore and swollen right ankle, according to the Houston Chronicle.Artest had a strong line as recently as Tuesday, but he had been complaining about his ankle for the previous week. We'll soon find out how healthy Shane Battier is.
Ron Artest (ankle) will miss the Rockets' two-game road trip
Ron Artest (ankle) will miss the Rockets' two-game road trip this weekend. He's dealing with torn ligaments in his ankle, and his agent described the ankle as "swollen and painful" after Artest played through the injury Tuesday night. [...]
Update: Artest (ankle) returned to action Tuesday, with 19 points
Update: Artest (ankle) returned to action Tuesday, with 19 points on 5-of-10 shooting, including two three-pointers, nine rebounds, five assists and two blocks, the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: An MRI performed Tuesday revealed that Artest has two slightly torn ligaments in his ankle, a preexisting condition that Rockets trainer Keith Jones said looks to be the result of years playing on concrete. His sprained ankle Nov. 16 caused swelling that aggravates the damaged ligaments, causing some of his difficulties since the injury. Artest will continue to play or rest based on how the ankle responds. The Rockets have another back-to-back this week and three more after that later in the month. "I'm going to try," Artest said of playing Friday and Saturday. "I'm going to do what I can do. I'm definitely not going to overdo it. I'm going to just be smart about it."
Rockets SF Ron Artest, who missed Monday's game with a sore
News: Rockets SF Ron Artest, who missed Monday's game with a sore right ankle, returned to the court Tuesday against the Hawks. He had 19 points, nine rebounds, five assists and two blocks in 39 minutes of play. [...]
Ron Artest scored 19 points in Tuesday's 92-84 win over the
Ron Artest scored 19 points in Tuesday's 92-84 win over the Hawks.Artest also added nine rebounds, five assists, and two blocks to his performance for the night.
Ron Artest had 19 points, two three-pointers, nine rebounds,
Ron Artest had 19 points, two three-pointers, nine rebounds, five assists and two steals on Tuesday. Artest found out earlier in the day that he has partially torn ligaments and his ankle -- his status will be determined a day-to-day basis, depending upon how he feels. [...]
An MRI on Tuesday revealed that Ron Artest has two slightly
An MRI on Tuesday revealed that Ron Artest has two slightly torn ligaments in his ankle. He will continue to play or rest based on how the ankle responds. [...]
Ron Artest returned to the Rockets lineup on Tuesday after missing
Ron Artest returned to the Rockets lineup on Tuesday after missing one game with an ankle injury. Check back later to see how he fares, but it's safe to get him back into your lineups. [...]
The Houston Chronicle reports that Ron Artest is questionable
The Houston Chronicle reports that Ron Artest is questionable for Tuesday's game with a sore elbow. “It’s just nagging a little bit,” Artest said. “We tried to see if we can work it out, but it’ll be all right...It’s not going to be better by Golden State (on Friday). “It’s going to take some time. But it’s not severely injured."He did not play on Monday at all. This might possibly explain his horrendous field goal percentage of 35.
Ron Artest (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's game. "It’s
Ron Artest (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's game. "It’s not going to be better by Golden State [on Friday]," Artest said. "It’s going to take some time. [...]
Update: Artest was held out of Monday night's game against the
Update: Artest was held out of Monday night's game against the Grizzlies because of a sore right ankle, the Associated Press reports.
Analysis: Shane Battier started at small forward for the Rockets.
Rockets forward Ron Artest did not play for Houston on Monday
Rockets forward Ron Artest did not play for Houston on Monday due to right ankle soreness, the AP reports.Artest has put up nearly 16 points per game, along with six rebounds, three assists and two steals. He played as recently as Friday, however, so the malady may not be serious.
Houston forward Ron Artest was held out of Monday night's game
News: Houston forward Ron Artest was held out of Monday night's game against the Memphis Grizzlies because of a sore right ankle, the latest Rockets player to be sidelined with an injury. Artest joins a growing list of Houston players beset by injuries. Tracy McGrady missed his sixth straight game with left knee soreness, while guard Brent Barry is out with a small tear in the Plantar muscle on his right leg. Rookie Joey Dorsey also was expected to miss the game with a right foot injury. [...]
Ron Artest has been ruled out for Monday's game against Memphis
Ron Artest has been ruled out for Monday's game against Memphis due to a sprained right ankle. Artest hasn't been practicing because of the injury will not play tonight, the first of a back-to-back. [...]
Ron Artest has been ruled out for Monday's game against Memphis
Ron Artest has been ruled out for Monday's game against Memphis due to a sprained right ankle. Having made little progress with the injury since Friday, he was told to sit out Monday’s game, the first in a back-to-back. [...]
Update: Artest had 28 points on 9-of-21 shooting, including
Update: Artest had 28 points on 9-of-21 shooting, including four three-pointers, two rebounds, five assists, a steal and a block Friday night.
Analysis: Artest is the team's main perimeter threat with Tracy McGrady out, but the Rockets will still look to Yao Ming first whenever possible. And keep in mind this production came against the Warriors.
Ron Artest hit 9-of-21 shots and four 3-pointers to finish with
Ron Artest hit 9-of-21 shots and four 3-pointers to finish with 28 points, two rebounds, five assists, a steal and a block in Friday's easy win over the Warriors. [...]
Ron Artest stepped up in the absence of Tracy McGrady on Friday
Ron Artest stepped up in the absence of Tracy McGrady on Friday night as the Rockets put up 131 points agaisnt the Warriors. He finished with 28 points, five assists, and four three-pointers.Expect this trend to continue somewhat while the Rockets are competeing without T-Mac. Of course, they won't always be playing a team as adverse as Warriors, but you can expect Artest's scoring numbers to climb.
Ron Artest was held out of practice on Thursday to rest his
Ron Artest was held out of practice on Thursday to rest his sore right ankle. The Rockets' practice was very light and lasted only 60 minutes. There has been no rumor of him missing Friday's game, so this is likely precautionary. [...]
The Houston Chronicle reports that Ron Artest was nearly scratched
News: The Houston Chronicle reports that Ron Artest was nearly scratched from Wednesday's game due to an ankle injury. Artest said he came close to sitting out because of his problems the past two weeks playing with a sprained right ankle. With Tracy McGrady out, though, Artest chose to keep playing. "With Mac out, we have to try to get some wins," Artest said. "Hopefully, when Mac and Brent get back, if it is still hurting by then, maybe Ill take a game." [...]
Rockets F Ron Artest had 13 points with five rebounds, three
News: Rockets F Ron Artest had 13 points with five rebounds, three assists and two assists in Sunday's game at Denver. He is averaging 15.8 points, 5.8 rebounds and 3.6 assist in his last five games. [...]
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Ron Artest Fantasy Scoring
Top| # | Date | FGs | Asts | STLS | RB | BLKS | TO | Points | Differential |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2009-11-19 | 6/13 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 28 | 3 |
| 2 | 2009-11-17 | 3/6 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 20 | 41 |
| 3 | 2009-11-15 | 8/16 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 34 | 15 |
| 4 | 2009-11-13 | 4/11 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 24 | 26 |
| 5 | 2009-11-12 | 2/6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 12 | 41 |
| 6 | 2009-11-08 | 2/6 | 7 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 25 | 18 |
| 7 | 2009-11-06 | 7/14 | 7 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 39 | 16 |
| 8 | 2009-11-04 | 6/14 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 23 | 12 |
| 9 | 2009-11-03 | 6/8 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 36 | 10 |
| 10 | 2009-11-01 | 5/12 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 30 | 30 |
| 11 | 2009-10-30 | 1/6 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 35 |
| 12 | 2009-10-27 | 3/10 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 20 | 39 |
| Totals: | 53/122 | 50 | 17 | 60 | 5 | 25 | 94.6 | ||
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