Sims racked up one rebound, one assist and one block across four minutes during Friday's 116-103 loss to the Pacers in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.
Sims played four minutes of garbage time as the Knicks were soundly beaten by the Pacers. Though he is known for playing his stars heavy minutes, even in losses, common sense prevailed with Tom Thibodeau closing with his second unit. Despite another ankle injury to Mitchell Robinson, Sims has been unable to carve out a consistent role, something that doesn't bode well for his future when looking beyond this season.
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Knicks' Jericho Sims: Good to go Tuesday
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Sims (shoulder) is available for Tuesday's Game 5 agains the 76ers.
Sims has been upgraded from probable to available Tuesday despite right shoulder inflammation. However, the 25-year-old big man has yet to receive any playing time in the first four games of the series.
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Knicks' Jericho Sims: Likely to play in Game 5
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Sims is probable for Tuesday's Game 5 against the 76ers due to right shoulder inflammation.
Sims hasn't appeared in the first four games of the Knicks' first-round series, but he's dealing with a shoulder issue ahead of Game 5. While he'll likely be able to suit up, Sims is unlikely to see much playing time, even if Mitchell Robinson (ankle) misses another contest.
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Knicks' Jericho Sims: Draws start at center
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Sims is starting Friday's game against the Nets, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.
Sims hasn't been a part of the Knicks' rotation of late, but he'll get an opportunity to show what he can do Friday. Mitchell Robinson and Precious Achiuwa should also factor into the mix at center.
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Knicks' Jericho Sims: Moves back to bench role
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Sims is not in the starting lineup to face the Warriors on Thursday.
Sims has been experiencing an uptick in minutes with the recent absences of Isaiah Hartenstein and the fact that Mitchell Robinson is out for the rest of the season with an ankle injury. However, now that Harteinstein is back and available, Sims will return to his role as the backup center. The former Texas standout is averaging 3.6 points, 5.9 rebounds and 0.8 blocks per game in February.
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Knicks' Jericho Sims: Blocks two shots Tuesday
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Sims closed Tuesday's 115-92 loss to the Pelicans with seven points (3-3 FG, 1-3 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and two blocks in 30 minutes.
Sims moved into the starting lineup after Isaiah Hartenstein was ruled out as the Knicks continue to manage him through his recent Achilles injury. Outside of the seven rebounds and two blocks, Sims didn't offer much for managers. With Hartenstein likely to return against the Warriors on Thursday, Sims may once again fall off the fantasy radar.
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Knicks' Jericho Sims: Gets starting nod
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Sims is in the starting five for Tuesday's game versus the Pelicans, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.
Sims will replace Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles) in the starting lineup Tuesday. Sims is averaging 4.0 points, 5.4 rebounds and 1.0 blocks in 24.6 minutes across his last five starting appearances.
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Knicks' Jericho Sims: Not starting Thursday
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Sims isn't starting Thursday's game against the 76ers.
Sims drew back-to-back starts for the Knicks heading into the All-Star break, but he'll retreat to the bench as the team resumes play Thursday. Over his last five appearances off the bench, he's averaged 2.6 points and 3.6 rebounds in 14.2 minutes per game.
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Knicks' Jericho Sims: Draws start Monday
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Sims (illness) will start at center in Monday's game against Houston, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.
Sims will make his eighth start of the season with Taj Gibson representing his primary backup off the bench Monday while Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles) sits for a second consecutive game. Though he's returning from a three-game absence of his own, Sims could nonetheless be in store for a sizable role Monday in light of the Knicks' dwindling frontcourt depth.
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Knicks' Jericho Sims: Officially suiting up
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Sims (illness) is available for Monday's game against the Rockets, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.
Sims missed the last three games due to an illness, but he was probable ahead of Monday's game and has officially been cleared to return. Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles) has been ruled out, so Sims could see increased run against Houston.
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Knicks' Jericho Sims: Likely to play Monday
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Sims (illness) is probable for Monday's game against the Rockets.
Sims missed the last three games due to an illness, but he will likely return to the lineup Monday. Sims could be in line for extended minutes with Julius Randle (shoulder) out of the lineup, especially if Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles, questionable) is unable to go.
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Knicks' Jericho Sims: Iffy for Saturday
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Sims (illness) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus the Pacers.
Sims is in danger of missing his third straight contest Saturday due to a non-COVID illness. With Mitchell Robinson (ankle) and Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles) out, Taj Gibson and Precious Achiuwa could receive increased playing time.
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Knicks' Jericho Sims: Ruled out for Thursday
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Sims (illness) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Dallas, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.
Sims will be unavailable for a second consecutive game due to a non-COVID illness, and his absence leaves the Knicks particularly shorthanded following Thursday's trade deadline. Taj Gibson will likely continue to see increased playing time against the Mavericks.
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Knicks' Jericho Sims: Questionable for Thursday
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Sims (illness) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game versus the Mavericks.
Sims is in danger of missing his second straight contest due to a non-COVID illness. If Sims is ruled out, Taj Gibson will likely continue to receive increased playing time behind Isaiah Hartenstein.
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Knicks' Jericho Sims: Out due to illness
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Sims won't play in Tuesday's game against the Grizzlies due to an illness.
Sims is a late scratch, joining Julius Randle (shoulder), OG Anunoby (elbow) and Quentin Grimes (knee) on the sidelines. New York's depth will be tested once again, but Memphis also remains shorthanded.
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Knicks' Jericho Sims: Moves back to bench
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Sims isn't in the starting five for Saturday's game versus the Heat.
Isaiah Hartenstein will replace Sims in the starting lineup Saturday. Sims is averaging 0.4 points in 3.0 minutes across his last five appearances coming off the bench.
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Knicks' Jericho Sims: Out at least one week
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Sims is expected to miss 1-to-2 weeks due to the right ankle sprain he suffered in Monday's 114-109 win over the Lakers, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.
Sims was initially deemed questionable for Wednesday's contest against Brooklyn, but the Knicks appear set to hold him out for multiple games while he recovers from the ankle injury. The third-year player has served as the Knicks' starting center for the past five games with Mitchell Robinson (ankle) out for an extended period, but Isaiah Hartenstein had absorbed most of the playing time at the position. The Knicks could choose to deploy Taj Gibson as their new starting center while Sims is out of commission, but Hartenstein should continue to dominate the minutes in any case.
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Knicks' Jericho Sims: Questionable for Wednesday
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Sims (ankle) is questionable to play Wednesday against Brooklyn.
Sims' questionable designation is good news in the context of suffering a sprained right ankle less than 24 hours ago. He appears to be day-to-day. Isaiah Hartenstein could be in line for a huge workload if Sims can't suit up.
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Knicks' Jericho Sims: Exits with ankle sprain
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Sims has been ruled out for the remainder of Monday's game against the Lakers due to a right ankle sprain.
Sims went down in the first half with the injury, and the team quickly announced that he'd been shut down for the rest fo the night. Look for Isaiah Hartenstein and Taj Gibson to get looks at center in Sims' absence.
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Knicks' Jericho Sims: Grabs seven boards in start
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Sims produced two points (1-2 FG), seven rebounds and one assist in 21 minutes during Monday's 136-130 win over the Raptors.
Sims moved into the starting lineup, replacing Mitchell Robinson (ankle), who looks set to miss at least two months of action. Despite starting, Sims was outplayed by Isaiah Hartenstein. It seems that the Knicks are going to continue with Sims as the starter, making him someone to consider in deeper formats.
