| 3/14/2013 9:25:00 AM |
Description: Just when it looked like Marcus Thornton was getting major minutes, Kings coach Keith Smart gave him 12 on Wednesday against the Bulls. | Insight: Thornton averaged 23.3 ppg with 3.6 threes in 29 mpg in seven games from Feb. 26 to March 8 but he has only scored 8.0 ppg in 18.5 mpg over the last two. | | |
| Hot | 3/3/2013 8:35:00 PM |
Description: Sacramento shooting guard Marcus Thornton is averaging 24.8 ppg over his last four games. | Insight: Thornton has made 14 threes and 21 free throws in that span but his playing time hasn't been anymore consistent. He played 40 minutes Tuesday, 23 Wednesday, 32 Friday and 20 Sunday. | | |
| 2/26/2013 10:46:00 PM |
Description: Sacramento shooting guard Marcus Thornton made 11-of-18 from the field (6-8 FT) with eight threes for a career-high 36 points in 40 minutes Tuesday against the Heat. | Insight: Believe it or not, Thornton's point total was actually the third-highest of the game behind Lebron James' 40 and Dwyade Wade's 39. Thornton has had his playing time reduced this season and is only averaging 12.1 ppg after putting up 18.7 last season. The 40 minutes Tuesday were a result of a double-OT game. | | |
| 2/19/2013 12:26:00 PM |
Description: Sacramento shooting guard Marcus Thornton (bruised right hand) returned to practice Monday and is probable for Tuesday against San Antonio.
| Insight: Thornton is averaging just 11.5 ppg, 2.4 rpg, 1.1 apg this season after posting 18.7 ppg, 3.7 rpg, 1.9 apg last year. He should stay on your bench until something changes. | | |
| 2/18/2013 12:45:00 PM |
Description: Sacramento shooting guard Marcus Thornton is questionable for Tuesday's game against San Antonio with a bruised right hand.
| Insight: X-rays were negative. Thornton is averaging just 11.5 ppg, 2.4 rpg, 1.1 apg this season after posting 18.7 ppg, 3.7 rpg, 1.9 apg last year. | | |
| 2/13/2013 8:05:00 PM |
Description: Sacramento shooting guard Marcus Thornton won't be in the lineup Wednesday against the Mavericks. | Insight: He's out with a bruised right hand. Thornton's absence will free up more minutes for backup Francisco Garcia (5.3 ppg). | | |
| 1/27/2013 10:05:00 AM |
Description: Kings guard Marcus Thornton has played 15 minutes or less in five of 10 games since returning from an ankle injury. He's averaging 8.2 ppg in that span. | Insight: We don't think the ankle injury has much to do with his decreased playing time. Sacramento's deep guard rotation and coach Keith Smart's insistence on playing all six players at least 10 minutes per game is limiting everyone's value. Fantasy owners can drop Thornton in place of a more consistent option. | | |
| 1/13/2013 11:07:00 AM |
Description: Kings guard Marcus Thornton (ankle) has played just 29 minutes total and shot 2-of-11 in two games since returning from a sprained ankle. | Insight: Thornton is still not 100 percent. Even when he gets healthy, the Kings' deep guard rotation limits his value. He's nowhere close to the fantasy asset he was last season when he averaged 18.7 points, 3.7 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 1.4 steals and 2.1 threes per game. | | |
| 1/10/2013 9:15:00 PM |
Description: Kings guard Marcus Thornton will test his sprained ankle in pre-game warmups and will be a game-time decision, coach Keith Smart said. | Insight: Thornton has missed five straight games with the injury to his left ankle. The shooting guard is still a solid fantasy asset even though his numbers are down across the board due to decreased playing time. | | |
| 1/9/2013 9:48:00 PM |
Description: Kings guard Marcus Thornton has been downgraded to questionable for Thursday's game against Dallas after suffering a setback at practice on Wednesday. Thornton has missed five games in a row with a sprained ankle. | Insight: We're guessing the Kings will err on the side of caution and sit Thornton for one more game. If Thornton can't suit up on Thursday, his next chance to play will be Saturday night against the Heat. | | |
| 1/7/2013 9:21:00 PM |
Description: Sacramento guard Marcus Thornton is officially out for Monday's game versus the Grizzlies. Thornton is battling a sprained ankle. | Insight: Thornton has now missed five games in a row. The hope is that he'll be able to return Thursday against Dallas. | | |
| 1/7/2013 12:02:00 PM |
Description: Kings guard Marcus Thornton is doubtful for Monday's game against Memphis with a sprained left ankle. | Insight: Thornton (13.3 ppg, 2.9 rpg, 1.3 apg) could return sometime this week. | | |
| 1/4/2013 6:55:00 PM |
Description: Kings guard Marcus Thornton (ankle) will miss his third straight game on Friday against the Raptors. | Insight: Thornton was still in a walking boot during the week and will need to make a quick recovery to return Saturday at Brooklyn. Monday versus Memphis seems more realistic. Replacement starter Francisco Garcia has averaged 9.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 2.5 steals, 1.0 blocks and 1.5 threes the last two games. | | |
| 1/2/2013 6:15:00 PM |
Description: Kings guard Marcus Thornton won't play Wednesday due to a sprained left ankle. He's still in a walking boot. SOURCE: Jason Jones, Sacramento Bee | Insight: Thornton missed Tuesday's game with the injury. Since he's still in a walking boot his status for games on Friday and Saturday seems to be in doubt. | | |
| 12/31/2012 12:32:00 PM |
Description: Kings guard Marcus Thornton injured his ankle Sunday against the Celtics and is expected to be out "for a little bit" according to the Sacramento Bee. | Insight: With Tyreke Evans seeking a second opinion on his injured knee, the Kings are looking pretty thin at shooting guard right now. Francisco Garcia (6.1 ppg) and Jimmer Fredette (8.5 ppg) can be expected to pick up the slack while Thornton and Evans remain sidelined. | | |
| 12/29/2012 10:33:00 AM |
Description: Sacramento guard Marcus Thornton has started the last four games after coming off the bench for most of the season. His 18 points Friday against the Knicks gave him 15.2 ppg in his last five games. | Insight: Thornton missed four games due to a personal matter earlier this month. He's been on fire from downtown, making 13 threes over his last five games. | | |
| 12/20/2012 11:28:00 AM |
Description: Sacramento guard Marcus Thornton returned from a personal issue to notch 19 points with five 3-pointers and three rebounds in 31 minutes Wednesday against the Warriors. | Insight: Thornton (13.6 ppg, 2.8 rpg) missed four games. The shooting guard doesn't offer much production in the rebound and assist categories but he's a decent fantasy option due to his 3-pointers, free-throw shooting and steals. | | |
| 12/19/2012 12:18:00 PM |
Description: Sacramento guard Marcus Thornton is probable for Wednesday's game against Golden State after dealing with a personal issue (sick mother). | Insight: Thornton averaged just six ppg in his last four contests, before leaving the team, but could see his production rise with Tyreke Evans expected to be out of the lineup. | | |
| 12/17/2012 10:31:00 AM |
Description: Sacramento guard Marcus Thornton will miss Monday's game against Phoenix with a personal issue (sick mother). | Insight: Thornton doesn't have a return date and wasn't playing particularly well before he left. He averaged just six ppg in his last four contests. | | |
| 12/14/2012 5:48:00 PM |
Description: Sacramento guard Marcus Thornton is out for Friday as he deals with a personal issue. | Insight: Thornton isn't playing at previous levels, but is still averaging 13.3 ppg, 2.8 rpg and 1.4 apg. Put him on the bench until he returns and maybe he'll get back to last year's production (18.7 ppg, 3.7 rpg, 1.9 apg). | | |
