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NYK • Center • #55
9 days ago
With Karl-Anthony Towns (illness) and Mitchell Robinson (ankle) out, Hukporti made his fourth start of the season on Friday. He didn’t provide much value as a scorer, but the rebounding and shot-blocking were superb. It was the kind of performance that may make some question whether Hukporti can consistently fill a role similar to Robinson’s. Still, it doesn’t change anything regarding his short-term fantasy value.
NYK • Center • #55
12 days ago
Hukporti exited Monday’s win over the Pelicans during the second quarter after suffering a mouth contusion. If he can play on Wednesday, the second-year center will play rotation minutes, as Mitchell Robinson (ankle) is out. If Hukporti can’t play, Guerschon Yabusele and Trey Jemison will pick up additional minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NYK • Center • #55
13 days ago
Hukporti took a Zion Williamson forearm to the mouth during the second quarter of Monday’s game. Rushed back to the locker room to receive medical attention, he has been diagnosed with a mouth laceration and will not return. With Mitchell Robinson out for injury management reasons, Guerschon Yabusele and Trey Jemison have picked up rotation minutes.
Source: Stefan Bondy
NYK • Center • #55
24 days ago
The Knicks are without Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart and Mitchell Robinson for Thursday’s game, with the first two absences opening up two spots in the starting lineup. Diawara and Hukporti have received the starting nods, but Jordan Clarkson and Guerschon Yabusele will figure prominently off the bench. There’s no need to consider streaming Diawara or Hukporti on a 12-game night.
Source: Stefan Bondy
NYK • Center • #55
3 months ago
The Knicks’ fifth starter has been determined by the matchups thus far. Hukporti picked up a DNP-CD on Friday after starting against the Cavaliers two days prior. He’s in the lineup for Sunday’s matchup with Miami, as the Knicks will be without Miles McBride. However, fantasy managers should avoid Hukporti, as Josh Hart is no longer under a minutes restriction. He’ll play plenty off the bench. Also, Towns continues to play through a Grade 2 quad strain.
Source: NBA Lineups
NYK • Center • #55
3 months ago
With Karl-Anthony Towns (quad) on track to play, the Knicks only have to account for Mitchell Robinson’s absence for opening night. Hukporti will reportedly move into the starting lineup, which makes sense due to the matchup. The Cavaliers start Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen, so going with Hukporti instead of guard Miles McBride makes sense. Hukporti can provide some rebounds in that role, but he is not a must-stream player on a 12-game night.
Source: ian Begley
NYK • Center • #55
6 months ago
Among the returnees in the Knicks’ summer lineup, Hukporti received the most playing time during the 2024-25 season. While the scoring output was limited, the second-year center was excellent as a rebounder and defender. Those are the areas where Hukporti will need to make an impact if he’s to crack the back end of the rotation next season. He’s worth watching this summer, especially if new Knicks head coach Mike Brown decides to start Karl-Anthony Towns and Mitchell Robinson together.
NYK • Center • #55
9 months ago
Hukporti is back after missing over a month with a torn meniscus in his right knee. However, this is very much a “break in case of emergency” situation, as Mitchell Robinson and Precious Achiuwa are also available. Don’t expect to see Hukporti on the floor unless there are multiple injuries or the game gets out of hand.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NYK • Center • #55
9 months ago
Hukporti has been sidelined since February with a torn meniscus, but there is a chance he is available against Detroit. However, he won’t see the floor in a playoff game regardless of his health.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NYK • Center • #55
11 months ago
Hukporti tore his meniscus in his first-ever start on Wednesday. He only got the start in the first place because Karl-Anthony Towns is dealing with a minor knee injury. Mitchell Robinson is nearing his 2024-25 debut and Precious Achiuwa could log a spot start or two in the back half of the week, leaving Hukporti with no fantasy value.
NYK • Center • #55
11 months ago
Hukporti started Wednesday’s game for the injured Karl-Anthony Towns, and the rookie got an alley-oop dunk on the Knicks’ first offensive possession. However, while he did shoot the ball well, the rebounding output was limited. Making matters worse was Hukporti suffering a sprained right knee early in the third quarter. While he would return briefly, the decision was ultimately made to sit him for the rest of the night. Helping Hukporti was the work of Josh Hart (7/17/4/1/1 in 39 minutes) and Precious Achiuwa (7/6/2/0/4 in 31 minutes), who combined for 23 rebounds and five blocked shots. Those two will be critical if Towns is unavailable for Friday’s game in Memphis, regardless of what happens with Hukporti.
NYK • Center • #55
11 months ago
The Knicks will be without Karl-Anthony Towns, which may not be the worst thing due to the 76ers losing eight straight games. Hukporti will get the start, and the rookie can provide some production in the rebound and blocked shot categories. However, his fantasy ceiling is low despite being allowed to start.
Source: NBA Lineups