Grizzlies Rookie Cedric Coward Out for Rising Stars Game

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Rookie Memphis Grizzlies wing Cedric Coward will not participate in the NBA Rising Stars games on February 13 due to right knee soreness, according to a team spokesperson. Coward suffered the injury during the second quarter of a game on February 9 and will be reevaluated after the NBA All-Star break.

Why it matters

Coward was selected to play in the Rising Stars game, which features the league's top first- and second-year players. His absence is a disappointment for the Grizzlies and their fans, as the rookie has been a bright spot in an otherwise challenging season for the team.

The details

Coward, a first-round draft pick for the Grizzlies in 2025, has been a key contributor this season, averaging 12.5 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game. The team spokesperson said Coward will be reevaluated after the All-Star break to determine the severity of the knee injury and a timeline for his return to the court.

• Coward suffered the knee injury on February 9 during the second quarter of a game.
• The NBA Rising Stars games are scheduled for February 13.

What’s next

Coward will be reevaluated after the NBA All-Star break to determine the severity of the knee injury and a timeline for his return to the court.