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MIA • Guard • #24
15 days ago
Powell had to leave Thursday’s game against the 76ers during the first half, as his attempt to play through his groin issue backfired after ten minutes of action. The good news is that Powell has been diagnosed with a Grade 1 strain, which is the lowest severity. Powell will miss at least four games, and his absence may open the door for Tyler Herro to return to the starting lineup.
Source: Ira Winderman
ATL • G • #5
15 days ago
Daniels did a little bit of everything in this game, including finishing with at least 10 assists for the sixth time this season. He also matched his season high for steals. His scoring is down this season, but over his last three games, he has averaged 8.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, 8.7 assists and 2.7 steals per game. Daniels’ game is built for category leagues, and he’ll continue to provide plenty of boards, assists and steals for the rest of the year.
ATL • F • #24
15 days ago
Against his former team, Kispert got off to a scorching hot start, knocking down his first seven shots of the game. He cooled off after that, but he ended up setting a new career high for scoring in this game. Kispert was able to get revenge on the team that drafted him, but this shouldn’t change how managers view him. Leave him on the waiver wire.
ATL • G • #3
15 days ago
McCollum had one of his worst games as a Hawk against the Wizards on Tuesday, but he bounced back in this one. He scored 22 of his 25 points before halftime, which contributed to a second straight blowout win. McCollum has been a consistent source of offense for Atlanta, and he stepped up with Nickeil Alexander-Walker (foot) and Jalen Johnson (hip) sidelined for this ogame.
ATL • Power Forward and Small Forward • #00
15 days ago
With Jalen Johnson (hip) sidelined, Kuminga made his first start as a Hawk in his second appearance for the team. He posted an efficient, well-rounded stat line in his 30 minutes. If Johnson ends up missing more time, Kuminga should remain in the starting unit and provide plenty of value. He has been excellent through two games with the Hawks, but he hasn’t been this efficient throughout his career. Still, the counting stats should be there.
MIA • Guard • #14
15 days ago
Thursday’s performance was Herro’s best since returning from a rib injury that sidelined him for just over a month. After recording six assists in each of his prior two games, the Heat guard recorded seven against the 76ers. Add in the 25 points on 50 percent shooting and increase in playing time, with Herro logging 32 minutes, and this was an encouraging effort. Norman Powell (groin) exited during the first half, with Herro moving into the lineup to begin the third quarter. Regardless of what Powell’s availability is for Saturday’s game against the Rockets, Herro could be ready to move back into the starting five. And if Powell is available, that may mean that Pelle Larsson (9/4/6/2/1 with two three-pointers) will be the odd man out.
MIA • Guard • #11
15 days ago
Jaquez’s fantasy value has taken a hit recently, with Tyler Herro’s return from a rib injury factoring into the Heat wing’s decreased usage. However, he was productive against the 76ers, with the final stat line only lacking a blocked shot. Norman Powell (groin) exited Thursday’s game during the first half, and Jaquez is one of the players who could see his opportunities if Powell misses time. And he won’t need to move into the starting lineup for that to happen.
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
15 days ago
Having totaled 15 rebounds in his prior two games, Adebayo fell one shy of that tally in Thursday’s defeat. And the 29 points were the most he’s scored in a game since January 22, when the Heat center dropped 32 in a loss to the Trail Blazers. Over the past month, Bam has provided sixth-round per-game value in eight- and nine-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster. That doesn’t align with his ADP (32), but it does align with Adebayo’s production throughout the season.
MIA • Guard • #24
15 days ago
Powell came into this game as questionable, but he attempted to play through the groin injury that popped up on the injury report Thursday afternoon. However, his night will end after just 10 minutes in the first half. Tyler Herro and Jaime Jaquez Jr. will see a bump in minutes in the second half.
Source: Ira Winderman
ATL • Power Forward and Small Forward • #00
15 days ago
With Nickeil Alexander-Walker (foot) and Jalen Johnson (hip) both sidelined, Risacher and Kuminga will join the starting unit. Risacher has come off the bench the last two games after starting most of the year, while Kuminga will be making his second appearance and first start as a Hawk.
Source: Brad Rowland
MIA • Guard • #24
16 days ago
Powell was added to the injury report late, but that won’t keep him from suiting up against Philly. He led the team with 26 points on Tuesday and will look to stay hot in this one.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #45
16 days ago
Mitchell is available after being listed as questionable on Miami’s initial injury report. Since he can play, Kasparas Jakučionis will come off the bench, which eliminates most of the rookie’s fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Forward • #1
16 days ago
Johnson suffered a hip injury in the first quarter of Tuesday’s game against the Wizards and will not play in the rematch. It makes sense since the Hawks should be able to beat the Wizards without Johnson. His absence should mean extra minutes and usage for Jonathan Kuminga, who looked great in his Hawks debut on Tuesday.
MIA • Guard • #24
16 days ago
Powell was a late addition to the injury report after playing 30 minutes in Tuesday’s game against the Bucks. With Davion Mitchell also questionable with an illness, that could mean Tyler Herro moves into the starting lineup, and Pelle Larsson and Kasparas Jakucionis see more minutes if Powell winds up missing this game.
ATL • F • #10
17 days ago
Risacher is dealing with a right hip contusion. If he can’t go after logging 28 minutes in Tuesday’s win over the Wizards, the Hawks would likely lean on Mouhamed Gueye a bit more, along with Jonathan Kuminga. Of the two, Kuminga is the one whom fantasy managers should seek on the waiver wire.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Guard • #9
17 days ago
Alexander-Walker has a sprained left foot, but the good news is that the door is open for him to play against the Wizards. If he can’t go, there will be more opportunities available to Gabe Vincent and Keaton Wallace, while Buddy Hield could move into the back end of the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Forward • #1
17 days ago
Johnson suffered a left hip flexor injury during Tuesday’s win over the Wizards, exiting after playing six minutes. Jonathan Kuminga picked up additional minutes in his first appearance as a Hawk and was outstanding, scoring 27 points. Zaccharie Risacher and Mouhamed Gueye would also pick up minutes if Johnson sits, but Kuminga offers the highest fantasy upside.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Forward • #5
17 days ago
Thursday’s game will be the third that Jović will miss due to lower back injury management. There are more minutes available to Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Simone Fontecchio, but both were already ahead of Jović in the pecking order.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #45
17 days ago
Mitchell returned to the lineup on Tuesday after sitting out Saturday’s win over the Grizzlies, which pushed Kasparas Jakučionis to the bench. If “Off Night” can’t play against the 76ers, the rookie out of Illinois will return to the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #14
17 days ago
After shooting 9-of-14 from the field in his first game back from a rib injury that sidelined him for over a month, Herro has cooled off. Over the last two games, the Heat guard is 10-of-32 from the field. Fantasy managers will be pleased with the six assists he dished out in Milwaukee, but this is not going to be a quick process for Herro, given the injury that he’s returning from. The Heat play two more games in Week 18, starting with the 76ers on Thursday.
MIA • Forward • #22
17 days ago
Wiggins wasn’t as lethal offensively as he was in Saturday’s win over the Grizzlies, but he still recorded a line that many category league managers will be pleased with. Over the past month, the Heat forward has been a top-50 player in eight-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster. Wiggins is rostered in 56 percent of Yahoo! leagues. While he’s unlikely to be a league-winner, some managers in 10-team leagues will want to consider adding him, especially if lines like the one he recorded on Tuesday can become the norm.
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
17 days ago
Bam didn’t have a great night shooting the basketball, but fantasy managers should be encouraged by him getting up 19 shots. Tyler Herro’s return to the rotation has not negatively affected Adebayo’s opportunities, as he has remained aggressive on the offensive end. The seven shot attempts in Saturday’s win over the Grizzlies were the fewest in a game for Bam since early November. As long as he remains assertive on offense, Adebayo managers should not have too much to worry about.
MIA • Guard • #24
17 days ago
While Powell had a solid night scoring-wise and on the glass, there were some issues with the final stat line. Outside of points, rebounds and three-pointers, he did not provide much value to category league managers, and the Heat guard was also responsible for a game-high six turnovers. Turnovers and limited production outside of points and three-pointers have negatively affected Powell’s fantasy value since the All-Star break, with him being ranked outside the top-100 in eight-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster.
ATL • F-C • #17
17 days ago
Okongwu struggled mightily with his shot, but he was still able to record his second straight double-double. He fell one assist shy of matching his season high for assists as well. This was only the eighth time this season that Okongwu has taken at least 17 shots, and when he has, he hasn’t shot this poorly. He’ll look to be better in the rematch on Thursday.
ATL • Forward • #18
17 days ago
This wasn’t a great outing for Gueye, but he was able to haul in double digit rebounds in just 18 minutes. However, there is upside for him to do more moving forward. Jalen Johnson (hip) exited early, which allowed Gueye to start the second half. If Johnson ends up missing time, Gueye could occupy the starting role temporarily. However, Jonathan Kuminga ended up playing more minutes and would be the better option for fantasy managers.
ATL • Power Forward and Small Forward • #00
17 days ago
It has been over a month since Kuminga last suited up, and when he did, it was for the Warriors. In his first game with Atlanta, it appears Golden State gave up on him too quickly. Sure, it’s only one game, but he was incredible in his debut. Plus, Jalen Johnson (hip) exited in the first quarter. Kuminga didn’t start the second half, but he should take on extended minutes if Johnson ends up remaining sidelined more than just the end of this game.
ATL • Forward • #1
17 days ago
Johnson only played six minutes before his exit, which will open up plenty of minutes for the reserves. Jonathan Kuminga, who is making his debut for the team, should see a nice bump in minutes, while Zaccharie Risacher and Mouhamed Gueye could play larger roles as well.
Source: Hawks PR
MIA • Guard • #45
18 days ago
Mitchell is back after sitting out Saturday’s win over the Grizzlies. His return means that rookie Kasparas Jakučionis will head to the bench, taking on a role in which he offers minimal fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Power Forward and Small Forward • #00
18 days ago
Kuminga has been sidelined since January, so this will be his first time suiting up since Golden State sent him to Atlanta at the trade deadline. It’s unclear what his role will look like, but he should take minutes away from Zaccharie Risacher and Mouhamed Gueye.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Forward • #5
18 days ago
No surprises here, as Jović was given a doubtful tag on Monday. Jović’s absence could mean more minutes for Simone Fontecchio and Jaime Jaquez Jr., but the return of Davion Mitchell complicates the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #45
18 days ago
“Off Night” is on track not to have another night off, and he should reclaim his spot in the starting five. Kasparas Jakučionis and Pelle Larsson could see their roles reduced with Mitchell back in action.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Power Forward and Small Forward • #00
19 days ago
While Kuminga isn’t guaranteed to return on Tuesday against the Wizards given his questionable listing, he should return to the court sometime soon. The Hawks said the 23-year-old power forward would be re-evaluated this week. Kuminga will likely require a minutes ramp up after missing so much time.
MIA • Forward • #5
19 days ago
Jović and Mitchell’s statuses impact the playing time of Simone Fontecchio and Jaime Jaquez Jr., who could both be in line for additional minutes.
Source: Ira Winderman
ATL • G • #3
20 days ago
McCollum moved into the starting lineup Sunday and played 32 minutes. While the Hawks felt the change was necessary after losing to the Heat on Friday, it’s not a major difference for fantasy purposes because McCollum was already playing around 30 minutes per game when coming off the bench. The 34-year-old shooting guard has been excellent in his role lately, providing top-50 overall value over the last two weeks.
ATL • F-C • #17
20 days ago
Okongwu continues to produce since returning from a gruesome mouth injury. The 25-year-old center had 13 points and 11 rebounds in the win over the Nets on Sunday. He only had three rebounds against the Heat on Friday, so it was nice to see him bounce back in that category. Okongwu has provided third-round per game value this season.
ATL • Forward • #1
20 days ago
The Hawks trailed 104-97 with five minutes left in regulation before leading a furious comeback to win 115-104. Down the stretch, Johnson either scored or had an assist on all but two of the Hawks’ last 18 points. The 24-year-old small forward has provided 15th-overall per game value this season. The Hawks have three games upcoming in Week 18, starting with a matchup against the Wizards on Tuesday.
ATL • G • #3
20 days ago
The Hawks have been successful in recent weeks with a closing lineup that includes McCollum, with Zaccharie Risacher moving to the bench. In the aftermath of Friday’s blowout loss to the Heat, Atlanta will go with this lineup from the start. McCollum joins Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Dyson Daniels, Jalen Johnson and Onyeka Okongwu in the starting five.
Source: Lauren L. Williams
MIA • Center • #7
20 days ago
The last two nights have been examples of why Ware remains a player many 12-team managers are unwilling to let go. After recording a double-double in 18 minutes in Friday’s win over the Hawks, he dropped another in 19 minutes against the Grizzlies. Ware did not record any blocked shots, but the rebounds and field-goal percentage numbers were excellent. With the Heat rotation close to full strength, Ware appears locked into a reserve role, but he’s still capable of providing value to those needing rebounds.
MIA • Forward • #22
20 days ago
Wiggins was spectacular against the Grizzlies, making all four of his three-point attempts and missing just one shot on the night. Add in the rebounds and assists, and this was a nice end to Week 17 for the Heat forward. Over the past two weeks, Wiggins has been a top-25 player in nine-cat formats according to Basketball Monster. Having entered the season with an ADP outside the first 100 picks, he has exceeded the expectations of many fantasy managers thus far.
MIA • Guard • #24
20 days ago
Powell entered Saturday shooting 84.4 percent from the foul line on the season, so his performance against the Grizzlies was a bit perplexing in that regard. He made just two of his seven attempts on the night, the lone blemish on an excellent overall stat line. Over the past two weeks, Powell has shot 61.1 percent from the line, which has negatively affected his value in category leagues. The Heat play three games in Week 18, starting with the Bucks on Tuesday. Hopefully, Powell can clean up the recent foul shooting woes.
MIA • • #
20 days ago
Gardner and Memphis’ Scotty Pippen Jr. received their marching orders with just under two minutes remaining in the fourth quarter after getting into an altercation. It started when Gardner delivered a shot to Pippen from behind after the Grizzlies guard released a three-pointer. After making the shot, Pippen sought out Gardner, leading to a wrestling match in the corner that required multiple officials and coaches to break up. Gardner finished with five points, three rebounds, two assists and one three-pointer in six minutes.
MIA • • #
20 days ago
The Heat won’t have Davion Mitchell (illness) for Saturday’s game, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. He’ll be replaced by Jakučionis, as Tyler Herro (ribs) remains under a minutes restriction.
Source: Miami Heat
MIA • Guard • #12
20 days ago
Smith is good to go after initially being listed as questionable. With Davion Mitchell (illness) unavailable, there should be a few more minutes available to Smith. That said, he won’t be worth the risk in most redraft leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #45
20 days ago
Mitchell’s absence opens up a spot in the starting lineup, with Tyler Herro being his potential replacement. Herro may still be under a minutes restriction, so there may also be a few more minutes for Dru Smith.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Forward • #5
21 days ago
Jović is out after being listed as questionable on the initial injury report. His absence frees up a few more minutes for Simone Fontecchio and Jaime Jaquez Jr., with the latter being the superior fantasy option.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
21 days ago
Powell was initially probable for Saturday’s game, so he was on track to play. Officially good to go, he’ll take on his usual role within the Heat starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #14
21 days ago
Having returned to action on Friday, Herro will be available for Saturday’s game as well. He logged 24 minutes in Friday’s win over the Hawks and will likely take on a similar workload against the Grizzlies.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #12
21 days ago
Smith played only three minutes in the win over the Hawks on Friday. While he’s questionable with a calf injury for Saturday’s game against the Grizzlies, he could see more minutes if he’s available with Davion Mitchell (illness) doubtful.
MIA • Forward • #5
21 days ago
Jović’s status is up in the air as he’s listed as questionable with lower back tightness for Saturday’s game against the Grizzlies. If Jović is ruled out, Simone Fontecchio and Jaime Jaquez Jr. could see extra minutes.
ATL • G • #3
21 days ago
McCollum was one of the reasons the Hawks were able to bounce back from a 16-point first quarter, shooting 4-of-7 from the field in the second. Unfortunately for him and the Hawks, the veteran guard didn’t offer much production after halftime, and Miami eventually pulled away for a 31-point victory. Atlanta’s need for bench scoring has preserved McCollum’s fantasy value, as he has been close to a top-50 player over the past two weeks.
ATL • Guard • #9
21 days ago
Alexander-Walker has scored at least 20 points in 31 games this season, eight more than his total in his first six NBA seasons. He didn’t record any defensive stats against the Heat on Friday, but NAW continues to offer consistent fantasy value. Rostered in 59 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Alexander-Walker can provide some 10-team league managers with excellent value the rest of the season as the Hawks look to earn a playoff berth.
ATL • Forward • #1
21 days ago
While Johnson finished Friday’s defeat with his 11th triple-double of the season, the efficiency was lacking. He kept the turnovers in check, but the 6-of-22 night from the field was one of the worst this season for the Hawks’ All-Star forward. The good news for Johnson managers is that Atlanta has another game to play in Week 17, at home against the struggling Nets on Sunday.
ATL • F-C • #17
21 days ago
Okongwu has reached double figures in four of the five games he’s played since returning from a mouth injury, with Friday’s performance being his most productive. However, while the Hawks’ center recorded a complete stat line, the rebounding production was a letdown. That said, Okongwu could be in for a big finish to Week 17, as the Hawks host the rebuilding Nets on Sunday.
ATL • G • #3
22 days ago
McCollum continues to come off the bench, but ended up being the Hawks’ second leading scorer in the win over the 76ers on Thursday. The 34-year-old shooting guard had 23 points in 30 minutes off the bench. He’s provided 11th-round per game value on the season, according to Basketball Monster. The Hawks have two more games this week, starting with a matchup against the Heat on Friday.
ATL • Forward • #1
22 days ago
Johnson continues to absolutely carry the Hawks and fantasy teams alike. Over his last six games, the 24-year-old small forward is averaging 27.7 points, 11.7 rebounds, 9.7 assists and 2.2 steals. Johnson is once again filling up stat sheets with his varied skillset. He’s provided 14th-overall per game value this season, according to Basketball Monster. The Hawks face the Heat on Friday on the second night of a back-to-back.
ATL • Power Forward and Small Forward • #00
24 days ago
It’s unclear what Kuminga’s role will be once he’s cleared to play, but fantasy managers will have to stash him in an IL spot until he’s back on the court. Due to his extensive time off, Kuminga will likely require time to ramp up.
Source: Atlanta Hawks
ATL • Guard • #2
24 days ago
Houstan has played well for the Hawks’ G League affiliate, and the two-way player has been rewarded with a standard deal for the rest of the 2025-26 campaign. He’s logged 4.9 minutes per game across 10 outings for the parent club, and fantasy managers shouldn’t expect a major boost in production. He can remain on the waiver wire.
Source: Shams Charania