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Xavier Henry | Guard/Forward

Team: New Orleans Pelicans
Age / DOB:  (22) / 3/15/1991
Ht / Wt:  6'6' / 220
College: Kansas
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Xavier Henry scored 15 points in Wednesday's 121-110 loss to the Kings, adding four boards and two turnovers in 28 minutes.
It was his second game in a row playing at least 28 minutes, scoring just six points on Tuesday. He has very little upside since he doesn't take 3-pointers, so he can remain on the waiver wire in almost all leagues. Apr 11 - 12:48 AM

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Xavier Henry - G/F - Pelicans

Xavier Henry started for Al-Farouq Aminu on Friday against the Grizzlies, scoring 12 points on 4-of-6 shooting (including a three) with three rebounds and one steal in 21 minutes.

We need to see a lot more out of Henry, who is an injury risk and hasn't done much in his NBA career. Aminu was a DNP-CD tonight, too, and we can't see that happening going forward.
Sat, Dec 8, 2012 01:41:00 AM
Xavier Henry - G/F - Pelicans

Monty Williams wants to see more from Xavier Henry in order for him to earn consistent playing time.

"He’s at the point in his career where he knows he has to show that he’s a pro," Williams said. Henry has appeared in eight games this season, logging just under 12 minutes per game. The former lottery pick is not a fantasy option.
Source: NBA.com
Mon, Dec 3, 2012 12:09:00 PM
Xavier Henry - G/F - Pelicans

The Hornets will not pick up the fourth-year contract options on Xavier Henry or Al-Farouq Aminu.

As a result, both players will become unrestricted free agents at the end of the season. Aminu was drafted No. 8 overall in 2010, while Henry was the No. 12 overall pick in the same draft class. Although Aminu will start at SF for the Hornets on opening night, both former lottery selections have had underwhelming careers to date.
Related: Al-Farouq Aminu
Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune
Tue, Oct 30, 2012 08:27:00 AM
Xavier Henry - G/F - Pelicans

Xavier Henry is unlikely to have a large role in the rotation when the season begins.

Henry was the No. 12 pick in the 2010 draft, but he's had a multitude of injuries that have impacted his development. Now fully healthy following a sprain of his MCL earlier in the preseason, Henry hopes he can make an impression and earn consistent playing time, but he's got to stay healthy to do so.
Source: NBA.com
Fri, Oct 26, 2012 11:15:00 AM
Xavier Henry - G/F - Pelicans

Xavier Henry (knee) returned to action on Thursday against the Hawks, scoring three points on 1-of-6 shooting with five rebounds and a steal in 24 minutes.

It's a win for Henry to simply get on the court, but if the Hornets end up without Eric Gordon's services for any length of time they'll need Henry's help. He hasn't done enough to warrant much fantasy attention, as his first step is simply not to have a setback.
Fri, Oct 19, 2012 12:15:00 AM
Xavier Henry - G/F - Pelicans

Xavier Henry (MCL strain) is hopeful that he can return to action on Thursday.

Henry is eager to earn a bigger role in New Orleans' rotation, but he can't do that from the sidelines. "It's been a little frustrating," he said. "But there's no time for me to sit out." His development could prove critical if Eric Gordon (knee) can't stay on the court.
Source: Jim Eichenhofer on Twitter
Wed, Oct 17, 2012 04:09:00 PM
Xavier Henry - G/F - Pelicans

Xavier Henry (knee) returned to a full practice on Sunday.

Henry sat the previous three games due to a sore right knee, but Monty Williams is still unsure of exactly how close Henry is to returning to game action. For that reason, we'll leave him sidelined and the Hornets are hopeful he can get on the court sooner rather than later.
Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune
Mon, Oct 15, 2012 10:39:00 AM
Xavier Henry - G/F - Pelicans

Xavier Henry (knee) did not play in Friday's exhibition game against the Rockets.

Henry's right knee has been a problem since arriving in the NBA, and at this point we're wondering if he can simply get on the court and stay on the court. He has no fantasy value until he can prove that.
Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune
Fri, Oct 12, 2012 08:24:00 PM
Xavier Henry - G/F - Pelicans

Xavier Henry injured his knee in Sunday's preseason opener and he will not play in Wednesday's preseason game.

"Right now I would say I’m going to hold him out," coach Monty Williams said. "But he practiced today but we didn’t do a lot of contact. But he’s still a bit sore." Henry has a pretty well-rounded fantasy game, but we'd have to see something out of him before endorsing him as a sleeper pick in deeper leagues.
Source: NOLA.com
Wed, Oct 10, 2012 07:27:00 PM
Xavier Henry - G/F - Pelicans

Xavier Henry (knee) said that he's "healthy now."

Henry wants to "bring energy, scoring, defense" to the Hornets, and added "that's what they've been looking for me to do." Now that his knee is healthy, Henry will enter a big season as he looks to prove his worth after being the No. 12 overall pick in 2010. With the lack of depth at SF in New Orleans, Henry could very well see extended time at the position. Keep an eye on him in training camp.
Source: KUSports.com
Mon, Sep 3, 2012 08:41:00 AM
Xavier Henry - G/F - Pelicans

Updating a previous item, Hornets general manager Dell Demps said that Xavier Henry had arthroscopic surgery to repair a lateral meniscus tear in his right knee on Friday.

He's expected to be ready for training camp. Henry is expected to be recovered sufficiently to participate in training camp, which starts at the end of September. With Trevor Ariza (Wizards), Marco Belinelli (Bulls) and Jarrett Jack (Warriors) all on new teams this season, Henry could get some run as a backup SG in New Orleans. Henry played in all five of the Hornets' summer league games, averaging 12.2 points, 4.8 rebounds and 2.2 assists and could be a sleeper this year in deeper leagues.
Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune
Fri, Jul 27, 2012 04:24:00 PM
Xavier Henry - G/F - Pelicans

A source tells Jimmy Smith of the New Orleans Times-Picayune that swingman Xavier Henry had a minor knee procedure.

Details of the procedure are very limited right now, but as soon as more information becomes available, we will be sure to pass it along. Henry will take on a larger role with the Hornets this year with Trevor Ariza (Wizards), Marco Belinelli (Bulls) and Jarrett Jack (Warriors) all on new teams this season. Henry is set to be the backup SG in New Orleans and with only injury-prone Eric Gordon ahead of him, he is a potential deep sleeper in fantasy circles.
Source: Jimmy Smith on Twitter
Fri, Jul 27, 2012 03:08:00 PM
Xavier Henry - G/F - Pelicans

Xavier Henry had 14 points, three rebounds and one assist on 6-of-7 shooting in 24 minutes on Wednesday.

He's had a quiet season up until now and benefitted from the loss of both Jarrett Jack, who is done for the season, and Eric Gordon, who is day-to-day with a sore back. Just keep an eye on him in case he stays hot through the weekend.
Related: Jarrett Jack, Eric Gordon
Wed, Apr 11, 2012 11:45:00 PM
Xavier Henry - G/F - Pelicans

Hornets recalled SG Xavier Henry from the Iowa Energy of the D-League.

Henry played just one game for the Energy before getting recalled. He had 13 points and two steals on Sunday night against the Sioux Falls Skyforce. Henry will resume his role as the No. 4/5 guard for the Hornets.
Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune
Mon, Mar 19, 2012 01:42:00 PM

Depth Charts

All Positions
PosRoleName
PG1Greivis Vasquez
2Brian Roberts
SG1Eric Gordon
2Austin Rivers
3Roger Mason Jr.
4Terrel Harris
5Xavier Henry
SF1Al-Farouq Aminu
2Lance Thomas
3Darius Miller
PF1Anthony Davis
2Ryan Anderson
3Louis Amundson
C1Robin Lopez
2Jason Smith