Scoot Henderson

Henderson will miss a third straight game as he remains in the league's concussion protocol. Dalano Banton will play additional rotation minutes, and he would get another start if Anfernee Simons does not play. Simons is questionable with a right forearm contusion.

Henderson (concussion) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Raptors.

Simons is questionable after missing Tuesday's game against the Hawks with a right forearm contusion. With Scoot Henderson (concussion) already ruled out, Dalano Banton would likely get another start if Simons is unavailable once again.

With both Anfernee Simons (forearm) and Scoot Henderson (concussion) sidelined against Atlanta, Banton got the starting nod at point guard. He didn't have an efficient night as a shooter, but he was able to turn in solid numbers in other categories. This was Banton's first start of the season, but he had some big games as a starter last year. If Simons and Scoot remain out for Portland's upcoming back-to-back on Thursday and Friday, Banton will be an appealing streaming option.

With Simons sidelined and Scoot Henderson still in concussion protocol, Dalano Banton will get the start at point guard against Atlanta. Banton had some strong performances as a starter late last season, but this will be his first start this year.