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ATL • G • #5
about 17 hours ago
Daniels’ second double-double in three games included a season-high 12 rebounds for the Hawks’ guard. While his upside as a scorer is a bit limited, the fourth-year guard remains a valuable option in category leagues because of everything else that he brings to the table. After a slow start to the season, Daniels has been a fourth-round player in eight-cat formats since the All-Star break.
ATL • G • #5
4 days ago
Daniels is back after sitting out Thursday’s win over the Nets. Interestingly, the Hawks started Corey Kispert in Daniels’ place, with the veteran forward playing 20 minutes. Daniels’ return bumps Kispert to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • G • #5
5 days ago
Daniels will miss a game for the first time since before the All-Star break, opening up a spot in the starting unit. Zaccharie Risacher, Corey Kispert and Jonathan Kuminga, who is returning following a three-game absence, are all candidates to start, though there should be extra minutes for all three regardless.
Source: Atlanta Hawks
ATL • G • #5
6 days ago
Daniels, who is dealing with a sprained left great toe, most recently played 36 minutes in Tuesday’s win over the Mavericks. If he can’t play on Thursday, Zaccharie Risacher and Corey Kispert are potential replacements in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • G • #5
7 days ago
Atlanta won a seventh straight game in this one, and during that stretch, Daniels has averaged 11.6 points, 7.7 rebounds, 7.1 assists, 2.6 steals and 0.6 turnovers per game while shooting 59.4 percent from the floor. He has been incredible and a big reason why Atlanta has had recent success. He has his obvious limitations, but Daniels has been producing at an incredibly high level as of late regardless.
Source: Hawks PR
ATL • G • #5
19 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 • G • #5
about 1 month ago
Following a one-game absence with an ankle injury, Daniels was back in the lineup to take on Charlotte. He didn’t provide his typical dose of defensive production, but he was able to have a strong game offensively. This was just the fifth time this season Daniels has scored at least 20 points in a game, and he did it in just 26 minutes. Daniels has struggled as a scorer this year, and it is unlikely he is able to replicate this type of performance often.
ATL • G • #5
about 1 month ago
Daniels did not play in Monday’s loss to the Timberwolves, which led to CJ McCollum moving into the starting lineup and scoring 38 points. McCollum is already rostered in most 12-team formats; he would be a worthwhile streamer in 10-team leagues if Daniels remains out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • G • #5
about 1 month ago
The Hawks will be without two starters for Monday’s game, with Daniels and All-Star Jalen Johnson sitting due to injury. In the case of the former, his absences free up additional minutes for Corey Kispert and CJ McCollum. The former has started five games since being traded to the Hawks, while the latter has only started one. This may also be a spot where Buddy Hield or Gabe Vincent makes their Hawks debut after both received DNP-CDs in Saturday’s loss to the Hornets.
Source: Brad Rowland
ATL • G • #5
about 1 month ago
Daniels is dealing with some inflammation in his right ankle. If he’s unable to play on Monday, that would be a significant issue for the Hawks, as Daniels would likely be assigned to guard Anthony Edwards. Corey Kispert and CJ McCollum would take on added responsibilities on offense, but neither defends at Daniels’ level. There would also be room in the rotation for Buddy Hield or Gabe Vincent, but neither would be worth the streaming risk.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • G • #5
about 2 months ago
Wednesday’s stat line was what fantasy managers have hoped to see from Daniels consistently. In addition to the efficient shooting, he was effective as a rebounder and distributor, and the defensive production was elite. The six “stocks” were triple Daniels’ total in his prior three games. Compared to last season, the steals production has taken a hit, but Daniels remains capable of putting up a high number in that category.
ATL • G • #5
about 2 months ago
Daniels, who recorded his seventh double-double of the season, finished three assists shy of his career-high on Monday. He was one rebound shy of his second triple-double, and Daniels has been a top-15 per-game player in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. After getting off to a slow start, the Hawks’ guard is headed in the right direction in terms of fantasy value.
ATL • G • #5
about 2 months ago
Daniels is back after sitting out Saturday’s loss to the Celtics. His return gives the Hawks a needed boost defensively, and it will likely push CJ McCollum to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • G • #5
about 2 months ago
Daniels was held out of Saturday’s loss to the Celtics, leading to CJ McCollum moving into the starting lineup and playing 27 minutes. McCollum would likely retain that role if Daniels misses a second game, making him worthy of a look in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • G • #5
about 2 months ago
Initially questionable, Daniels will not be available on Saturday, which opens up a spot in the starting lineup. CJ McCollum and Luke Kennard are potential replacements, with the former yet to make his first start as a Hawk since being acquired from the Wizards in the Trae Young deal.
Source: Brad Rowland
ATL • G • #5
about 2 months ago
Daniels’ potential absence would leave the Hawks’ rotation even thinner than it already is. CJ McCollum would have a chance to make his first start for Atlanta, though Luke Kennard could also slide in to fill that spot. Keaton Wallace is another candidate to start if the Hawks are looking for more defense in place of Dyson.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • G • #5
2 months ago
stepped into an expanded role for the Hawks in their first game since shipping Trae Young to Washington earlier this week, launching 14 shot attempts — his highest single-game total since December 19. The 22-year-old defensive specialist has quietly filled the stat sheet of late, averaging 15.3 points, 7.5 rebounds, 8.3 assists, 2.3 steals and 0.8 blocks over his last four contests.
ATL • G • #5
2 months ago
Playing against his former team, Daniels was able to put together a stellar, well-rounded line in the win. He’s had some excellent performances recently, and he continues to be at his best when Trae Young isn’t in the lineup. Of course, that won’t be an issue moving forward with Young now in Washington. Daniels should continue to be a strong producer for fantasy managers, even if the steals aren’t where they were last season.
ATL • G • #5
2 months ago
Daniels put together one of his strongest shooting performances of the season, draining all seven of his first-half attempts while also dishing out seven assists during that span. He cooled off considerably in the second half, going just 2-of-6 from the floor. The 22-year-old defensive wizard’s numbers have been down considerably from a steals standpoint from last year, but he’s still delivered seventh-round value for fantasy purposes, averaging 11.7 points, 6.4 rebounds, 6.1 assists, 1.9 steals and 0.6 blocks through 36 games.
ATL • G • #5
2 months ago
Daniels took on the task of defending Knicks guard Jalen Brunson, who had to work hard for his 24 points. The Great Barrier Thief’s defensive work only yielded two steals, but that doesn’t tell the whole story. From a fantasy standpoint, Daniels dished out eight assists, and managers also benefited from the six rebounds. He’s providing top-75 per-game value in eight-cat formats, with the foul shooting (60.3 percent) being the most significant issue.
ATL • G • #5
3 months ago
Daniels hasn’t been as highly touted in fantasy basketball this season, mostly because his steals are down and his scoring has been rough. However, he has somewhat made up for it by averaging career highs in rebounds and assists, and he nearly recorded a triple-double in this game. This was a well-rounded performance for Daniels as he continues to thrive without Trae Young in the lineup.
ATL • G • #5
3 months ago
Daniels is dealing with right hip inflammation, so he won’t play in Tuesday’s rematch with the Bulls. Nickeil Alexander-Walker, who started when Trae Young was out, is the player most likely to replace Daniels in the lineup. He was already worth rostering in 12-team leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • G • #5
3 months ago
For the first time this season, Daniels has recorded a double-double in consecutive games. And in what was his most productive night of the season, the defensive ace notched a season-high point total while shooting well over 50 percent from the field. The question for Daniels is his ability to produce consistent offense when Trae Young (knee) is available, as the point guard is expected to resume practicing sometime next week. He’ll need to if he’s to get closer to his Yahoo! ADP of 38.
ATL • G • #5
3 months ago
Daniels’ production came on a night when the team struggled to stay competitive against the Pistons. Despite the one-sided score, the fourth-year guard tied a team-high in minutes at 34, which allowed him to finish as one of the team’s best scorers, facilitators, and rebounders on the evening. Daniels ended up collecting his third double-double of the season and put together a solid night from a fantasy basketball standpoint. He’ll have a chance to log another productive performance against the Sixers on Sunday.
ATL • G • #5
4 months ago
Daniels was able to provide his typical dose of swipes, but the offensive production has been more notable. Scoring isn’t going to be a strength for him consistently, but the playmaking is absolutely something that will stick, at least until Trae Young (knee) returns. Young is supposed to be re-evaluated soon, which should provide more clarity to when he’ll be back in the lineup. Until then, Young should have more opportunities on offense.
ATL • G • #5
4 months ago
Despite not recording any defensive stats, Daniels provided solid value in the rebound and assist categories. Over the past two weeks, he has been a seventh-round player in 12-team, nine-cat formats, ranking just outside the top-75. While Trae Young’s absence has not boosted Daniels’ fantasy value to the heights some hoped, he’s been better than he was at the start of the season. The Hawks play games on Friday and Sunday to end Week 6.
ATL • G • #5
4 months ago
Since scoring 18 points in consecutive games to begin November, Daniels averaged 8.3 points per game on 44.7 percent shooting from the field. While others have benefitted immensely from Trae Young’s (knee) absence, Daniels’ fantasy value has not received a significant boost. However, he had his most productive game of the season on Sunday, recording his first 20-point game while also providing solid value in the rebound, assist and steals categories. Daniels is providing sixth-round value in nine-cat formats, which may be a letdown for some, given how impactful he was last season.
ATL • G • #5
4 months ago
The Hawks played this game without their top four scorers, which meant that more offensive responsibility fell to Daniels. While he didn’t provide his typical dose of steals, he was able to turn in his best offensive performance of the season and set a new career-high for assists. Though he won’t get this many assists often, he has averaged seven assists per game since Trae Young (knee) went down. With Young still weeks away from a return, Daniels will continue to play a larger role on offense, though he won’t be a reliable scoring option.
ATL • G • #5
4 months ago
Daniels delivered a stat sheet-stuffing performance, serving as one of Atlanta’s primary playmakers in an impressive win over Orlando, dishing out six assists and shooting an extremely efficient 89 percent from the floor. The 22-year-old X-factor has picked things up from an offensive standpoint since Trae Young went out last week with an MCL sprain in his right knee. He’ll attempt to keep things going on Friday when the Hawks face the Raptors in another home matchup.
ATL • G • #5
4 months ago
Like Jalen Johnson, Daniels’ fantasy value has improved since the Hawks lost Trae Young to a sprained right MCL. In the two games the Hawks’ point guard has missed, Daniels has totaled 36 points, 13 rebounds, nine assists, seven steals and one blocked shot while shooting 16-of-25 from the field. Of course, no team wants to lose its best player. However, Young’s absence may be the catalyst that Daniels needed after getting off to a slow start this season.