
ATL • Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Johnson and Risacher were initially probable for Monday’s game, so the status upgrades were expected. They will occupy their usual places in the Hawks’ starting lineup. While Johnson should be rostered in all leagues, Risacher is worth considering in deep leagues but is not a must-roster player.
Source: Brad Rowland
TOR • • #
about 2 months ago
The Raptors are without starting center Jakob Poeltl, who is dealing with lower back stiffness. He’ll be replaced in the lineup by Murray-Boyles, a promising rookie who scored 19 points in Monday’s loss to the Spurs. While Sandro Mamukelashvili will also figure prominently in the frontcourt rotation, Murray-Boyles offers a higher upside to fantasy managers.
Source: NBA Lineups

TOR • Center • #19
about 2 months ago
As expected, Poeltl will miss this game against Houston. Collin Murray-Boyles closed the Raptors’ last game out at center and should play a significant role in this game. If CMB doesn’t start, it will be because Sandro Mamukelashvili is filling that role, though CMB is a better streaming option.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • F • #10
about 2 months ago
Risacher returned to the Hawks’ lineup on Monday after missing two games with a sprained right ankle. Due to his return, Nickeil Alexander-Walker was bumped to the bench, but he still provided superior value to Risacher. Alexander-Walker is the superior fantasy option despite being used in a reserve role.
Source: Brad Rowland

ATL • Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
After missing a game with a sprained right ankle, Johnson returned to the Hawks’ lineup on Monday and scored 25 points in a loss to the Bulls. The probable tag suggests he’ll be cleared to play on Wednesday, taking on his usual role within the starting lineup. Given the matchup, fantasy managers will hope Johnson is available to play against the rebuilding Nets.
Source: Brad Rowland

TOR • Center • #19
about 2 months ago
Poeltl, who dealt with lower back stiffness during the preseason, exited Monday’s loss to the Spurs due to a similar issue. Rookie Collin Murray-Boyles replaced him then, and his playing time will increase if Poeltl cannot play. Also in line for a boost is Sandro Mamukelashvili, but Murray-Boyles is the player to target on waiver wires.
Source: Esfandiar Baraheni

TOR • Forward-Guard • #9
about 2 months ago
Barrett has gotten off to a dominant start to this season. Through four games, he’s averaging 21.5 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.5 three-pointers per game while shooting 61.8 percent from the floor. Knowing his career-best field goal percentage in a season is 49.5 percent, and that was an outlier when compared to his other seasons, he’ll certainly cool off as the season progresses. Still, this has been a fantastic start for him, and he’ll look to keep it going against the Rockets on Wednesday.
TOR • • #
about 2 months ago
CMB made his debut for the Raptors on Sunday and was held scoreless in 13 minutes. However, he was fantastic in his 24 minutes off the bench in this one. He showcased the defensive production that made him an enticing prospect, and he was able to knock down shots from beyond the arc, which was the main question mark for him. This was a really encouraging performance for him, and it won’t be long before he’s a standard-league producer in fantasy hoops.

ATL • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
After recording his first double-double of the season in Atlanta’s last game, Young was finally able to have the type of performance that made fantasy managers want to draft him early. The expected inefficient shooting was there, and he only made one of his 10 attempts from beyond the arc. However, he only turned it over only once. His 17 dimes were the most that he has had in a game while turning it over one or fewer times. They’ll head to Brooklyn on Wednesday, which will be a good opportunity for Young to build on this performance.

ATL • Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Johnson missed Atlanta’s previous game with an ankle injury and was questionable entering this one. However, it didn’t seem to be giving him any trouble as he had his highest-scoring performance of the season. Johnson was drafted in the third-round of Yahoo! leagues, and this type of performance is what managers were expecting. Next up on the schedule is a trip to Brooklyn, which should be a favorable matchup for Johnson to stay hot.

ATL • Forward-Center • #8
about 2 months ago
The Bulls didn’t have any answers for Porzingis in this game. He had his highest-scoring performance as a Hawk, but he wasn’t alone in dominating at the center spot. Onyeka Okongwu finished with 18 points (8-of-11 FGs), 10 rebounds, two assists, one steal, one block and two three-pointers as well. Porzingis had missed their last two games with an illness, but he seemed healthy in this one. Though they didn’t get the win, Porzingis has been able to get great looks playing alongside Trae Young, which should lead to more performances like this one.

TOR • Center • #19
about 2 months ago
Poeltl will be held out for the final few minutes of Toronto’s game against San Antonio. Collin Murray-Boyles will fill out the center minutes in a smaller lineup to close things out.
Source: Esfandiar Baraheni

ATL • Forward-Center • #8
about 2 months ago
The Hawks will be back to their typical starting lineup, which they haven’t been able to use since opening night due to various frontcourt injuries. Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Onyeka Okongwu and Mouhamed Gueye will all return to bench roles.
Source: Brad Rowland
ATL • F • #10
about 2 months ago
Risacher will be back after a two-game absence. Nickeil Alexander-Walker played well as a starter in place of Risacher, but he will return to a reserve role with the 2024 No. 1 overall pick healthy.
Source: Brad Rowland

ATL • Forward-Center • #8
about 2 months ago
Porzingis will return to the Hawks’ lineup after missing the two previous games due to flu-like symptoms. The veteran center has logged just one game thus far as an Atlanta Hawk, a 20-point, 7-rebound performance in the season-opening loss to the Raptors. He will presumably reclaim his spot in the starting lineup, sending Onyeka Okongwu back to a reserve role.
Source: Atlanta Hawks

ATL • Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
After a one-game absence, Johnson will be back in the lineup to take on Chicago. Mouhamed Gueye replaced Johnson in the starting lineup on Saturday and was able to have a productive night, though he will return to the bench against the Bulls with Johnson back.
Source: Brad Rowland

TOR • Forward • #3
about 2 months ago
After playing 32 minutes in Sunday’s loss to the Mavericks, Ingram is not on the injury report for Monday night. That’s great news for him and fantasy managers, considering how much time he missed last season due to an ankle injury. As long as he can be consistently available, Ingram will be a positive asset in fantasy lineups, regardless of league setup.
Source: Josh Lewenberg
ATL • F • #10
about 2 months ago
After spraining his right ankle during Atlanta’s season opener on Wednesday, Risacher has missed the last two games. While participating in shootaround does not guarantee he’ll play against the Bulls on Monday, it is a step in the right direction. Nickeil Alexander-Walker has started the last two games in Risacher’s absence.
Source: Lauren L. Williams

ATL • Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Johnson is one of three starters considered questionable for Monday’s game against the Hawks, with Zaccharie Risacher (ankle) and Kristaps Porziņģis (illness) being the others. Johnson did not play in Saturday’s loss to the Thunder, with Mouhamed Gueye replacing him in the starting lineup. Returning to the bench would remove most, if not all, of Gueye’s streaming value.
Source: Lauren L. Williams

ATL • Forward-Center • #8
about 2 months ago
Porziņģis, who has missed Atlanta’s last two games due to flu-like symptoms, is still considered questionable for Monday’s game against the Bulls. However, his presence at shootaround is a step in the right direction. If Porziņģis can play, Onyeka Okongwu will likely return to the bench. While Okongwu’s fantasy ceiling would take a hit, his floor would remain safe.
Source: Lauren L. Williams

TOR • Forward-Center • #54
about 2 months ago
Having totaled 11 points in his first two games as a Raptor, Mamukelashvili exceeded that number on Sunday. He shot 75 percent from the field, playing well enough to replace starting center Jakob Poeltl in the lineup to begin the third quarter. Poeltl played 19 minutes, finishing with four points, eight rebounds, four assists and one steal. Given the time Poeltl missed during the preseason, the minutes may have been limited due to the Raptors taking on San Antonio on Monday. Regardless of the reason, Mamukelashvili has quickly established himself as Toronto’s best big man off the bench.

TOR • Forward • #3
about 2 months ago
After shooting 7-of-16 from the field in his official Raptors’ debut, Ingram is 20-of-36 over his last two. He finished Sunday’s defeat a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line, and Ingram is off to a good start in his new home. However, with the Raptors visiting San Antonio on Monday to begin a four-game week, fantasy managers must watch for the early injury report. Nothing has been said that would bring Ingram’s availability into question, but it would be unsurprising if he sat out due to his injury history.
TOR • • #
about 2 months ago
Murray-Boyles, the ninth overall pick in June’s draft, made his official Raptors debut after missing the first two games with a forearm muscle strain. The injury and resulting time off may have impacted the rookie’s shooting, as he missed all four of his attempts. Murray-Boyles’ stat line won’t make any waves in fantasy basketball, but he effectively bumped Jonathan Mogbo (one steal and one block in two minutes) out of the rotation. There was little reason to roster Mogbo while CMB was out; there’s even less need to consider him now that the rookie is available.

TOR • Forward-Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Barnes finished Sunday’s defeat with his first double-double of the season, including a rebound tally that matched his total in Toronto’s first two games. Last season, he had four games with at least 30 points and 10 rebounds. Thus far, all three of Toronto’s starting wings, Barnes, Brandon Ingram and RJ Barrett (16/4/3 with one three-pointer), have recorded solid numbers, with center Jakob Poeltl’s offensive production taking the most significant hit. That’s good news for fantasy managers who committed to any of the wings, as there were usage concerns during the preseason.
ATL • F • #10
about 2 months ago
Injured during Atlanta’s season opener on Wednesday, Risacher has missed the last two games with a sprained right ankle. Nickeil Alexander-Walker was the replacement in the starting lineup, which raised his fantasy ceiling. Even if Risacher can play on Monday, Alexander-Walker is worth holding onto in standard leagues.
Source: Brad Rowland

ATL • Forward-Center • #8
about 2 months ago
Due to flu-like symptoms, Porziņģis did not play in Atlanta’s last two games. Onyeka Okongwu moved into the starting lineup, which raised his short-term fantasy ceiling. Even if Porziņģis plays on Monday, fantasy managers must hold onto Okongwu, as he’s a prominent member of the frontcourt rotation.
Source: Brad Rowland

ATL • Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Johnson did not play in Saturday’s loss to the Thunder, Atlanta’s second game in as many days. Mouhamed Gueye replaced him in the starting lineup, finishing with 11 points, six rebounds, two assists, two blocks and two three-pointers. Gueye won’t have much streaming value if Johnson returns, especially with 11 games on the schedule.
Source: Brad Rowland

TOR • Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Injured during the preseason, Murray-Boyles will make his official NBA debut on Sunday. His return will give Toronto another option off the bench after only two reserves (Sandro Mamukelashvili and Gradey Dick) exceeded 15 minutes in Friday’s loss to the Bucks. While Murray-Boyles may not significantly impact fantasy basketball in the short term, he has long-term value in dynasty formats.
Source: Doug Smith

ATL • Forward • #18
about 2 months ago
With Jalen Johnson (ankle) sidelined for the second leg of the Hawks’ back-to-back, Gueye got his first start of the season. He joined Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Onyeka Okongwu as replacement starters with Zaccharie Risacher (ankle) and Kristaps Porzingis (illness) also sidelined. Gueye performed well against a tough defense for a short-handed team. He has some streaming appeal until Johnson returns, though there’s no indication this will be a lengthy absence. Gueye is worth stashing in dynasty leagues.

ATL • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
After averaging 11.6 assists per game last year, Young had a total of 11 assists over the Hawks’ first two games. However, he corrected the slow start in this one by recording his first double-double of the season, though he wasn’t able to get over the 20-point mark like he did in their first two games. Young has struggled to start the year, but he’ll look to get back on track in Chicago on Monday to start a four-game week.

ATL • Forward • #18
about 2 months ago
NAW and Okongwu will each get a second straight start with Zaccharie Risacher (ankle) and Kristaps Porzingis (illness) out. Gueye will join the starting group with Jalen Johnson (ankle) also sidelined for this one. This will be a good opportunity for other players to step up with three starters out.
Source: Atlanta Hawks

ATL • Forward-Center • #8
about 2 months ago
Porzingis will miss a second straight game with an illness, which means another start for Onyeka Okongwu, who had 17 points against Orlando on Friday night. This will be a tougher matchup, but it’s still a nice boost for Okongwu.
Source: NBA Injury Report

ATL • Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Johnson popped up on the injury report ahead of the second leg of this back-to-back. Mouhamed Gueye, who played a larger role on Friday night with Johnson in foul trouble, should start in his place against OKC. Gueye had 13 points, eight rebounds, three assists, one block and two three-pointers in 30 minutes against Orlando.
Source: NBA Injury Report

TOR • Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
CMB has missed the first two games of the season and is in danger of missing a third. Friday’s loss was a closer game than the season opener, so the only reserves that played more than 15 minutes were Sandro Mamukelashvili and Gradey Dick. If CMB plays, he’ll likely hover around that same range.
Source: NBA Injury Report

ATL • Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Johnson was limited to 26 minutes in Friday’s win over the Magic, finishing with 12 points, eight rebounds, one assist and one steal. If he’s unable to play against the Thunder, the Hawks will likely turn to Mouhamed Gueye to play extended minutes. He logged 30 minutes off the bench on Friday, finishing with 13 points, eight rebounds, three assists, one block and two three-pointers. Gueye isn’t the safest streaming option, but he may be worth a look if Johnson cannot play.
Source: NBA Injury Report

ATL • Forward-Center • #8
about 2 months ago
Porziņģis did not play in Friday’s win over the Magic, so Onyeka Okongwu moved into the starting lineup. While he only grabbed four rebounds, Okongwu scored 17 points and blocked three shots, with his play improving after the halftime break. Look for Okongwu to remain in the starting lineup if Porziņģis misses a second consecutive game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • F • #10
about 2 months ago
Risacher will miss a second consecutive game with a sprained right ankle. Nickeil Alexander-Walker moved into the starting lineup for Friday’s win over the Magic and will likely retain that role. While NAW shot 1-of-10 from three, he played 31 minutes and finished with 19 points and four assists. He’s worth streaming as long as Risacher is out.
Source: NBA Injury Report

ATL • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
It was another rough shooting night for Young, but he was able to get things going late and score 11 points in the fourth quarter to help Atlanta complete the comeback after trailing by 10 points at halftime. The assists still weren’t to the level that Young typically provides, but he only turned the ball over once, which is great for him. The Hawks close the week out against the Thunder on Saturday. Young will have to be at his best to deal with their defensive pressure.

ATL • Forward • #18
about 2 months ago
Jalen Johnson dealt with foul trouble in this game, which forced coach Quin Snyder to call on Gueye more than he did in the season opener. Gueye played a large role in place of Johnson during the second half of last season, but he wasn’t expected to be a large part of the rotation this year. Foul trouble and injuries opened the door for him, and he delivered. He isn’t worth picking up in standard leagues, but Gueye is certainly worth keeping around in dynasty formats.

ATL • Guard • #9
about 2 months ago
Zaccharie Risacher (ankle) was sidelined for this game, which allowed NAW to start in his place. Though he made just one of his 10 attempts from beyond the arc, NAW was able to make an impact on both ends of the floor to help the Hawks get their first win of the season. NAW shot 2-of-15 from the floor in his debut for the team, so this performance was much better. If Risacher remains out against the Thunder on Saturday, NAW will get another start.
ATL • F-C • #17
about 2 months ago
With Kristaps Porzingis (illness) sidelined, Okongwu got the start at center for Atlanta. He really struggled in the first half, but he was able to get things going after the break and ended up turning in a solid stat line, despite the disappointing rebound total. The Hawks play against on Saturday against the Thunder, and if Porzingis still isn’t healthy, Okongwu will get another start.

TOR • Forward-Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Barnes mostly struggled from the field with 17 points on 15 shot attempts. The 24-year-old small forward was -16 in 35 minutes in a game the Raptors lost by six points. Barnes was having an off-night and deferred to Brandon Ingram, who had 29 points. After a mostly sluggish preseason, Barnes had 22 points in the Raptors’ opener, but he’s not out of this slump just yet.

TOR • Forward • #3
about 2 months ago
Ingram scored 29 points in his second game with the Raptors, but also had four turnovers, giving him nine in the first two games. The turnovers need to come down a little, but it was still a positive outing for Ingram. The 28-year-old small forward played 37 minutes after playing 27 minutes in the opener. Ingram’s availability is the only thing standing in the way of his fantasy potential.
ATL • F-C • #17
about 2 months ago
Okongwu will get the start in place of Kristaps Porzingis (illness) in the Hawks’ second game of the season. He scored 18 points off the bench in the opener in 30 minutes of action and has familiarity with a few of Friday’s starters. Meanwhile, Alexander-Walker will make his first start as a Hawk and will look to improve on an inefficient 10-point, 2-of-15 shooting performance in his Atlanta debut on Wednesday. He’ll replace the injured Zaccharie Risacher (ankle).
Source: Zach Langley
ATL • F • #10
about 2 months ago
Risacher played 21 minutes as a starter in the season opener. Luke Kennard played 30 minutes off the bench, while Nickeil Alexander-Walker played 28 minutes. One of them will likely start, though both will play significant roles once again, even if Dyson Daniels is able to stay out of foul trouble.
Source: Atlanta Hawks

TOR • Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
According to Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic, Murray-Boyles is progressing in his recovery from a strained right forearm muscle but is not ready to make his official Raptors debut. Sandro Mamukelashvili and Jonathan Mogbo will continue to handle most of the available reserve frontcourt minutes in Murray-Boyles’ absence.
Source: Josh Lewenberg

TOR • Guard • #14
about 2 months ago
Not long after Walter was announced as probable, Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic revealed that the second-year wing will play Friday night. Walter’s return from an illness that sidelined him for the opener means Gradey Dick and Ochai Agbaji may play fewer minutes after logging 24 and 20, respectively, on Wednesday.
Source: Josh Lewenberg

TOR • Guard • #14
about 2 months ago
Walter, who sat out Wednesday’s season-opening win over the Hawks, is on track to make his first appearance of the 2025-26 season. His return may result in fewer minutes for fellow reserves Gradey Dick and Ochai Agbaji, but the former scored 21 points in 24 minutes against Atlanta.
Source: NBA Injury Report

TOR • Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
CMB was initially questionable but is now expected to miss a second straight game. Jonathan Mogbo and Sandro Mamukelashvili occupied most of the reserve frontcourt minutes in the season opener and should continue to do so in this game.
Source: NBA Injury Report

TOR • Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
The rookie will have a chance to make his regular season debut against Milwaukee. In the season opener, Jonathan Mogbo and Sandro Mamukelashvili filled out most of the reserve post minutes, though the lopsided score altered the rotation. CMB should play a significant backup role and cut into the minutes of Mogbo and Mamu if he’s available.
Source: NBA Injury Report

TOR • Guard • #14
about 2 months ago
Walter missed the season opener, and there is a chance he remains sidelined for another game. Gradey Dick had 21 points in 24 minutes off the bench on Wednesday, while Ochai Agbaji played 20 minutes. Both would continue to play a large role if Walter remains out.
Source: NBA Injury Report

TOR • Guard-Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Ja’Kobe Walter’s absence due to an illness freed up additional minutes for Toronto’s reserve wings, and Gradey took advantage. Interestingly, he attempted twice as many free throws (eight) as three-pointers (four), which rarely happened last season. Gradey averaged 6.0 three-point and 2.9 free-throw attempts per game last season and had just two games in which he attempted at least eight free throws. Due to those stats, nights like Wednesday may not become the norm for Gradey. However, the Raptors will benefit if he can remain as aggressive as he was against the Hawks.

TOR • Forward • #3
about 2 months ago
Ingram was solid in his official Raptors debut, but the turnover count (five) was likely too high for his liking. While there may be some concerns that Toronto is a little too heavy on wing scorers, everyone worked well together against the Hawks, with the Raptors putting up 138 points. Ingram has top-50 fantasy value potential; his concern is availability. Therefore, BI playing 27 minutes without issue may be more important than his points and rebounds.

TOR • Forward-Guard • #9
about 2 months ago
Rarely a positive fantasy asset during his NBA career, Barrett was excellent in Wednesday’s season opener. He shot 75 percent from the field, made all five of his free throws and provided solid value across the board. Barrett’s track record means more evidence will be required to believe in him as a fantasy asset. However, Wednesday’s performance was excellent. If Barrett can build on this performance, the high ADP will be justified.

TOR • Forward-Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
After struggling for most of the preseason, Barnes finished with a flourish by scoring 31 points in Friday’s win over the Nets. He carried that momentum into Wednesday’s opener, playing efficiently in the Raptors’ 20-point beating of the Hawks. Barnes did not attempt a three-pointer against Atlanta; instead, he did most of his damage in the paint. Of his nine made field goals, seven occurred in the paint. That will be the recipe for Barnes, who already brings so much to the table as a defender and playmaker. Fewer three-point attempts should boost his overall field-goal percentage, which would be good news for those with Barnes rostered.

TOR • Center • #19
about 2 months ago
Poeltl, who exited Friday’s preseason finale with lower back stiffness, is available and will take on his usual starting center role Wednesday night. Also of note is Ingram, who will play his first regular-season game since December 7. Sidelined by a high ankle sprain, the former Pelicans wing was healthy during the preseason and played well.
Source: Toronto Raptors

TOR • Center • #19
about 2 months ago
Poeltl exited early from Friday’s preseason game due to lower back stiffness, but that isn’t going to keep him from playing in the season opener. He’ll occupy the starting center spot for Toronto this season, which has resulted in him being drafted in the seventh round of Yahoo! leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report

TOR • Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
CMB missed time during the preseason with what was being called an elbow injury, and the Raptors are now labeling it as a forearm strain. Jonathan Mogbo will likely fill CMB’s reserve minutes behind Scottie Barnes until Murray-Boyles returns.
Source: Josh Lewenberg

TOR • Guard • #14
about 2 months ago
Walter is sick, so this likely won’t be a lengthy absence for him. Gradey Dick and Ochai Agbaji will fill out a few extra reserve minutes on the wing with Walter sidelined.
Source: Josh Lewenberg

TOR • Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
Two days after being waived by the Raptors, Lawson has returned to the franchise on a two-way deal. In three NBA seasons, the 6-foot-6 wing has appeared in 83 games, including 26 for the Raptors last season. He’ll likely see most of his playing time with the Raptors’ G League affiliate, which would not impact fantasy basketball.
Source: Michael Scotto