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Team: Portland Trail Blazers
Age / DOB:  (23) / 6/20/1989
Ht / Wt:  6'9' / 225
College: Nevada-Reno
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Luke Babbitt, who is not expected to be re-signed by the Blazers, finished Sunday's defeat with just two points on 1-of-7 shooting in 23 minutes.
Portland's four-rookie starting lineup summarizes the lunacy of late-season NBA games -- Damian Lillard, Will Barton, Meyers Leonard, J.J. Hickson and Victor Claver, with Luke Babbitt and Sasha Pavlovic as the primary reserves. It's anyone's guess where Babbitt will sign as a free agent this summer. Apr 14 - 8:30 PM

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Luke Babbitt - F - Trail Blazers

Luke Babbitt is adjusting to his new role following his fallout from the Blazers' rotation.

"It’s just part of the business," said Babbitt, who is averaging 4.0 points and 2.4 rebounds this season. "You just have to stay ready and that’s what I’m doing now — I’m staying ready, I’m not preparing any differently. I’m doing everything the same." It's nothing new for Babbitt, who has seen inconsistent minutes throughout his career, and he's not expected to re-sign with Portland following this season.
Source: The Oregonian
Mar 6 - 9:21 AM
Luke Babbitt - F - Trail Blazers

Luke Babbitt made four 3-pointers in 26 minutes in a 101-93 win against Nuggets on Thursday, adding 14 points and eight boards.

Terry Stotts went with a smaller lineup and Babbitt got some extra run with LaMarcus Aldridge out due to an ankle injury. He probably won't be this good against the Bobcats on Saturday, but he's someone to think about for owners desperately seeking spot-starts.
Fri, Dec 21, 2012 01:18:00 AM
Luke Babbitt - F - Trail Blazers

With Wesley Matthews (hip) leaving Sunday's game after just four minutes, Luke Babbitt stepped in to score 10 points in 27 minutes off the bench.

Matthews is day-to-day and the Blazers don't play until Thursday, so there's no reason to give Babbitt any thought in standard leagues.
Mon, Dec 17, 2012 12:01:00 AM
Luke Babbitt - F - Trail Blazers

Luke Babbitt had a strong effort off the bench with 12 points, one steal and two 3-pointers in 20 minutes on Thursday.

The Portland bench was scoring just over 12 points per game as a unit before they were hit with injuries, so this is a massive outburst as far as Portland bench scoring goes. Wesley Matthews should have a decent shot of returning from injury on Sunday, which means there isn't much allure to picking up Babbitt.
Fri, Dec 14, 2012 02:02:00 AM
Luke Babbitt - F - Trail Blazers

Blazers forward Luke Babbitt took advantage of a season-high 27 minutes on Saturday, scoring nine points and grabbing seven rebounds in an ugly loss to the Kings.

Babbitt has a soft touch from the perimeter and he made two more 3-pointers vs. Sacramento, but he's only worth mentioning because both Nicolas Batum and Wesley Matthews are questionable to play on Monday.
Sun, Dec 9, 2012 01:57:00 AM
Luke Babbitt - F - Trail Blazers

The Blazers have declined to exercise next season's option on forward Luke Babbitt's contract.

The option is only worth $2.9 million, which should tell folks all they need to know about Babbitt's value in general. It's especially damning considering the team's lack of depth, but as long as he can replicate last season's 43 percent mark from long distance he should continue to have an NBA home well into the future.
Source: CSSNW.com
Tue, Oct 30, 2012 05:47:00 AM
Luke Babbitt - F - Trail Blazers

Luke Babbitt is not currently having any contract discussions with the Blazers.

Babbitt's agent said that "there have not been any discussions," but he's got a $2.9 million option that the team must decide whether or not they'll exercise by October 31. New coach Terry Stotts wants Babbitt to play to his strengths, and Babbitt also said that he wants to improve his defense. He shot a scorching 43 percent from behind the 3-point line last season, but he's not on the fantasy radar in standard leagues.
Source: CSNNW.com
Wed, Sep 26, 2012 08:40:00 AM
Luke Babbitt - F - Trail Blazers

Luke Babbitt was disappointing despite starting in Monday's blowout loss, scoring five points on 2-of-6 shooting (including a three) with four rebounds, one assist, and one steal in 31 minutes.

Against a contending team like the Spurs, it's understandable why the mediocre Babbitt struggled in a blowout. For those seeking 3-pointers, we'd advise using him in Thursday's finale against the Jazz, assuming Nic Batum is still out.
Related: Jamal Crawford, Nicolas Batum
Tue, Apr 24, 2012 01:18:00 AM
Luke Babbitt - F - Trail Blazers

The Blazers started Luke Babbitt at SF again on Saturday, but he made just 3-of-10 FGs to finish with 10 points, two 3-pointers, seven rebounds and two steals

Taking advantage of the Blazers' decimated roster, Babbitt was averaging 17 points in the past two games. He's a dangerous shooter from the perimeter, and with Nicolas Batum (quad) very iffy going forward, he's worth fantasy consideration while locked into a starting job.
Related: Nicolas Batum
Sat, Apr 21, 2012 10:30:00 PM
Luke Babbitt - F - Trail Blazers

Luke Babbitt had 16 points, five boards, two steals, a block and two 3-pointers on 6-of-17 shooting in 35 minutes off the Blazers bench on Wednesday.

He started the second half for Nicolas Batum, who sat down with a sore knee, and could find himself in the starting lineup the rest of the way. If it happens, Babbit, who had 18 points and four 3-pointers on Sunday, could be a very sneaky pick-and-play the rest of the way.
Related: Nicolas Batum
Thu, Apr 19, 2012 01:48:00 AM
Luke Babbitt - F - Trail Blazers

Luke Babbitt set career-highs in scoring (18) and 3-pointers made (four) in Monday's loss to the Suns.

Babbitt started for Nicolas Batum (quad), whose status is going to be iffy for the rest of the year. If given the minutes, we have no doubt about his ability to be an asset for his 3-point shooting, as he has no conscience about letting them fly.
Related: Nicolas Batum
Tue, Apr 17, 2012 04:59:00 AM
Luke Babbitt - F - Trail Blazers

Luke Babbitt will start Monday's game against the Suns if Nicolas Batum (quad) cannot go.

Batum is a game-time decision but is not expected to play. Babbitt is worth a look by owners trolling for threes and that's about it.
Related: Nicolas Batum
Source: Joe Freeman on Twitter
Mon, Apr 16, 2012 09:03:00 PM
Luke Babbitt - F - Trail Blazers

Luke Babbitt scored eight points on 3-of-5 shooting (including two threes) with three rebounds and one assist in 21 minutes off the bench on Friday.

We're not all that high on Babbitt, but we get the sense that the Blazers might use him to tank with. We're not advising an add unless you're desperate for threes in a deep league, but we'll be keeping one eye on Babbitt to see where this heads.
Sat, Mar 31, 2012 05:18:00 AM
Luke Babbitt - F - Trail Blazers

Luke Babbitt had a career-night with personal bests in scoring (16 points) and 3-pointers made (four) on Thursday against the Hornets.

Babbitt played 17 minutes and added three rebounds, one assist, one steal, and one block. The Portland fans were thrilled to see him make some buckets, but there's really nothing to see here from a fantasy perspective. He needs multiple injuries before he'll hit the radar.
Fri, Mar 30, 2012 01:52:00 AM

Depth Charts

All Positions
PosRoleName
PG1Damian Lillard
2Eric Maynor
3Nolan Smith
SG1Wesley Matthews
2Will Barton
3Elliot Williams
SF1Nicolas Batum
2Victor Claver
3Sasha Pavlovic
4Luke Babbitt
PF1LaMarcus Aldridge
C1J.J. Hickson
2Meyers Leonard
3Joel Freeland