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Kristaps Porzingis • C • Hawks

Kristaps Porzingis to Miss at Least Two Weeks With Illness

Atlanta Hawks forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) will miss at least the next two weeks while he undergoes further evaluation, and his prior POTS diagnosis introduces added durability risk for fantasy managers. Onyeka Okongwu remains a must-start after posting 20 points, 15 rebounds, four assists, one steal, and two blocks in 36 minutes. Over his last five, Okongwu is averaging 15.0 points, 8.4 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 1.2 steals, and 1.8 blocks. Jalen Johnson continues to shoulder frontcourt creation responsibilities, while Mouhamed Gueye gains steadier rotation minutes but remains a fringe option best reserved for deep formats.

1 hour ago

Nickeil Alexander-Walker • SG • Hawks

Nickeil Alexander-Walker Available Versus Philly

Atlanta Hawks guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker (ankle) is available for Sunday's game versus the 76ers. He popped up on the injury report because of a sprained right ankle, although the issue won't be enough to cause his first absence of the 2025 campaign. The 27-year-old is easily having the best season of his career, averaging 20.7 points while shooting 39.1% from behind the arc. With Kristaps Porzingis (illness) out again, Alexander-Walker should continue to benefit on the scoring end, even with a difficult contest up ahead.

15 hours ago

Kristaps Porzingis • C • Hawks

Kristaps Porzingis Remains Out Versus 76ers

Atlanta Hawks forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) will miss Sunday's game against Philadelphia, marking his third straight absence. Porzingis remains a clear hold, but his absence continues to elevate Onyeka Okongwu's role. Okongwu logged 14 points, three rebounds, three assists, two steals, and four blocks in 28 minutes in his last outing and has consistently delivered defensive value with expanded run. Jalen Johnson also benefits from added frontcourt stability, while Atlanta leans further into Okongwu as a reliable standard league option.

23 hours ago

Kristaps Porzingis • C • Hawks

Kristaps Porzingis Out of Action Versus Pistons Friday

Atlanta Hawks forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) is unavailable for Friday's matchup with the Detroit Pistons. Porzingis will miss his second consecutive contest due to illness. Ahead of Friday's tilt, the Latvian big man has struggled staying healthy, sitting out nine of the last 13 Hawks games. When Porzingis has been able to suit up, he's still a valuable fantasy asset, averaging 19.2 points, 5.6 rebounds, 3.1 assists, and 1.6 blocks across 25.9 minutes per contest in 13 appearances.

3 days ago

Jacob Toppin • SF • Hawks

Jacob Toppin Out For Season After Shoulder Surgery

Atlanta Hawks forward Jacob Toppin (shoulder) has been ruled out for the season after undergoing surgery to repair a torn labrum suffered in a late-November G League outing. He logged only spot minutes with Atlanta, producing eight points across five brief appearances, so his absence carries no fantasy consequences. The Hawks' forward rotation remains fully intact, with Jalen Johnson anchoring the position and Asa Newell and Mouhamed Gueye holding reserve roles. No player gains meaningful opportunity from this injury, and managers can safely disregard Toppin in all formats.

5 days ago

Kristaps Porzingis • C • Hawks

Kristaps Porzingis Coming Off the Bench Friday

Atlanta Hawks forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) will return to the lineup on Friday against the Denver Nuggets. He has missed four games due to illness. The Latvian big man will come off the bench in Friday's contest. Even as a member of the second unit, Porzingis could still do plenty of damage, especially against a Nuggets team that allows the second-most bench points in the league. Porzingis is averaging 18.7 points, 5.9 rebounds, 3.3 assists, and 1.6 blocks in just 26.3 minutes per game this season.

Dec 6

Jalen Johnson • PF • Hawks

Jalen Johnson Returning To Atlanta's Lineup On Friday

Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (calf) is available to play Friday night against the Denver Nuggets. He previously missed Wednesday's loss to the Los Angeles Clippers. The 23-year-old is making a strong campaign for his All-Star nod this season, averaging 23.2 points, 10 rebounds, 7.3 assists, and 1.6 steals, while shooting 53% from the floor and 41% from beyond the arc. He's been one of the best players in fantasy basketball this season and can be plugged right back into starting lineups.

Dec 5

Kristaps Porzingis • C • Hawks

Kristaps Porzingis Tagged as Questionable Against Nuggets

Atlanta Hawks forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (reconditioning) is listed as questionable for Friday's matchup with Denver and appears to be trending in the right direction after missing the past four games. His return would be a welcome boost, as he averaged 20.2 points, 5.4 rebounds, 3.2 assists, and 2.0 blocks across his last five outings on .547 shooting. Managers in weekly formats should still treat him cautiously until he's confirmed active. If he remains out, Onyeka Okongwu stays locked into a heavy-minute role, while Zaccharie Risacher and Dyson Daniels maintain stable usage either way.

Dec 5

Jalen Johnson • PF • Hawks

Jalen Johnson Could Miss Second Straight Game

Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (calf) is questionable for Friday's matchup with Denver after missing Wednesday's loss, which pushed Mouhamed Gueye into a 23-minute spot start that produced six rebounds and one steal. Johnson's potential absence again funnels minutes to Gueye, Vit Krejci, and rookie Asa Newell, while Zaccharie Risacher holds a stable role after logging 11 points, three rebounds, and three assists. Managers should treat Gueye as a deep-league streaming option only, as his low usage and inconsistent production cap his upside.

Dec 5

Kristaps Porzingis • C • Hawks

Kristaps Porzingis Sidelined Again for Wednesday

Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports that Atlanta Hawks center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) won't play Wednesday night versus the Los Angeles Clippers. Porzingis will be held out of action for the fourth consecutive contest due to illness. Despite playing in only 12 games this campaign, the 30-year-old big man is still a valuable fantasy asset as he's averaged 18.7 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks in 26.3 minutes. It's unknown if he'll be ready to go for Friday's matchup with Denver. In the meantime, while Porzingis is out, Onyeka Okongwu remains a must-start at center in all fantasy formats. Okongwu is averaging 18.8 points and 7.3 rebounds across 10 starts this season.

Dec 2

Kristaps Porzingis • C • Hawks

Kristaps Porzingis Out of Action Versus Pistons

Atlanta Hawks center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) won't play on Monday night versus the Detroit Pistons. Porzingis will be held out of action for the third consecutive contest due to illness. Despite playing in only 12 games this season, the 30-year-old is still considered an everyday fantasy option, averaging 18.7 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks in 26.3 minutes. It's unknown if he'll be ready to go on Wednesday against the Clippers. In the meantime, Onyeka Okongwu remains a must-start at center in all fantasy formats as he is averaging 16.2 points, 7.4 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.9 blocks and 1.5 steals across 20 outings.

Dec 1

Kristaps Porzingis • C • Hawks

Kristaps Porzingis Still Under the Weather

Atlanta Hawks center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) won't play on Sunday night versus the Philadelphia 76ers. Despite a decline in production, the veteran has played well enough to be considered an everyday fantasy option, averaging 18.7 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks. However, he'll now miss his ninth game of the 2025 campaign, which includes a second-straight absence because of an illness. Of course, Porzingis missed time last season because of a respiratory illness, so fantasy managers are hoping to avoid a repeat occurrence. It's unknown if he'll be ready to go on Monday against the Detroit Pistons. In the meantime, Onyeka Okongwu, averaging 19.8 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.9 blocks, and 1.5 steals in eight starts, remains a must-start in all fantasy formats.

Nov 30

Trae Young • PG • Hawks

Trae Young "Progressing Well," Will be Re-Evaluated in Two Weeks

According ESPN's Ohm Youngmisuk, Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (knee) is "progressing well" in his recovery from a sprained right MCL and will be re-evaluated in two weeks. The 27-year-old appeared in five games before going on the shelf. However, fantasy managers were frustrated by the lack of production, with Young averaging a career-low 17.8 points, 7.8 assists, and 19.2% shooting from behind the arc. The Hawks have remained competitive while he's been away, so the team could take things even slower regarding his rehab. With that said, Young has an excellent chance of getting on track in terms of his statistical contributions once he's back on the floor, although he may see limited minutes for at least a few contests. In the meantime, Jalen Johnson is expected to continue playing at an All-Star level, with increased scoring anticipated from Nickeil Alexander-Walker, who had 30 points in Friday's NBA Cup win over the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Nov 30

Kristaps Porzingis • C • Hawks

Kristaps Porzingis Sidelined on Friday Night

Atlanta Hawks center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) won't play on Friday versus the Cavaliers. The veteran has been productive this season, averaging 18.7 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 1.6 assists. However, he'll now miss his ninth game of the 2025 campaign. His next chance to suit up will be on Sunday in Philadelphia, but as far as Friday's contest is concerned, Onyeka Okongwu is in line to enter the starting lineup. The 24-year-old has played well in his seven starts this season, averaging 20.0 points, 6.7 rebounds, 1.9 blocks, and 1.4 steals, giving him plenty of upside for fantasy managers, even with a challenging matchup on the horizon.

Nov 28

Luke Kennard • SG • Hawks

Luke Kennard Available on Tuesday Night

Atlanta Hawks guard Luke Kennard (hip) is available for Tuesday's NBA Cup clash with the Washington Wizards after missing Sunday's win over the Charlotte Hornets. The 29-year-old has seen steady minutes for Atlanta this season (22.1 minutes per contest). He is also averaging 8.1 points and 44.2% shooting from behind the arc. However, despite a consistent role, Kennard is streaky on the offensive end, posting double-digit scoring in four of his nine appearances in November, giving him little fantasy upside outside of his efficiency from deep.

Nov 25

Luke Kennard • SG • Hawks

Luke Kennard Uncertain For Tuesday's Game Against Wizards

Atlanta Hawks guard Luke Kennard (hip) is questionable for Tuesday's game in Washington after missing the prior contest, putting his short-term fantasy outlook in doubt. The former Duke standout has averaged 6.6 points, 1.2 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 2.4 steals, and 1.0 block in 17.8 minutes across his last five games. He's shooting 44.0 percent from the field and 47.4 percent from deep in that stretch, though his role has tightened during Atlanta's recent guard shuffle. If he sits again, Vit Krejci and Keaton Wallace should continue absorbing extra minutes, though both remain fringe options for deeper formats.

Nov 25

Luke Kennard • SG • Hawks

Luke Kennard Misses Sunday's Contest

Atlanta Hawks guard Luke Kennard (hip) will sit out the second leg of a back-to-back on Sunday against the Charlotte Hornets. The talented sniper is dealing with inflammation in his left hip, exiting the lineup after tallying eight points and three assists in 24 minutes against the New Orleans Pelicans on Saturday. Kennard has averaged over 22 minutes per game off the Hawks bench this season, and the likes of Vit Krejci, Caleb Houstan, and Keaton Wallace could get more burn in the second unit on Sunday. However, none of the three players stands out as someone fantasy managers can trust.

Nov 23

Onyeka Okongwu • C • Hawks

Onyeka Okongwu Good to Go Sunday

Atlanta Hawks forward/center Onyeka Okongwu (ankle) will return from a one-game absence on Sunday against the Charlotte Hornets. Initially, the team listed Okongwu as questionable for the contest after he missed Saturday's win against the New Orleans Pelicans with an ankle issue. With no Kristaps Porzingis (knee) in the Hawks lineup on Sunday, Okongwu is poised to make his seventh start of the season. He has boosted his numbers to 20.0 points and 6.7 rebounds per game in a starting role this season, posting two double-doubles.

Nov 23

Kristaps Porzingis • C • Hawks

Kristaps Porzingis Taking the Night off on Sunday

Atlanta Hawks center Kristaps Porzingis (rest) won't play on Sunday night versus the Charlotte Hornets. The veteran had a fantastic showing in Saturday's win over the New Orleans Pelicans, finishing with a game-high 30 points with seven rebounds and three blocks. The Hawks may not have Onyeka Okongwu (ankle), who is currently questionable after missing the meeting with the Pelicans. If Okongwu is back, he's an automatic starting option for fantasy managers. However, if he remains out, Mouhamed Gueye, averaging 16.0 points, 6.5 rebounds, 1.5 blocks, 1.0 steals, and 54.5% shooting in two starts this season, is worth streaming in all fantasy setups.

Nov 23

Onyeka Okongwu • C • Hawks

Onyeka Okongwu Could Miss Matchup With Pelicans

Atlanta Hawks forward/center Onyeka Okongwu (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's game in New Orleans. Okongwu has averaged 16.0 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 2.7 assists across 29 minutes, and he posted 15 points, seven rebounds, and five assists in his most recent game. Managers should be ready if he sits, as he has been steady across his last five games, highlighted by a 32-point outing. If he doesn't suit up, Kristaps Porzingis absorbs most of the interior workload while Mouhamed Gueye becomes a deeper-league streaming option. Vit Krejci and Luke Kennard also gain marginal stability with Atlanta already missing Trae Young (knee). Okongwu remains a hold in standard formats given his consistent playing time and production.

Nov 22

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