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NOP • G • #24
about 2 months ago
Not only did Hawkins hit double figures for the second time this season on Wednesday, but he notched season-highs in points and three-pointers. However, for as productive as he was in 15 minutes of action, Hawkins is not at the point where he should be rostered in redraft leagues. Wednesday’s performance may have earned him another shot at rotation minutes, especially with Herb Jones out, but it changes nothing in terms of Hawkins’ fantasy value.

NOP • G • #24
about 2 months ago
Hawkins is back with the team after a personal matter kept him away for Monday’s win over the Bulls. While his playing time has increased since James Borrego was named interim head coach, Hawkins is not likely to get the minutes he needs to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans

NOP • G • #24
about 2 months ago
Hawkins has played nearly 18 minutes per game since James Borrego took over as the Pelicans’ coach. The 23-year-old guard will be out Monday as he’s dealing with a personal matter. Hawkins’ absence will impact the Pelicans’ rotation, but won’t change much from a fantasy basketball perspective.

NOP • G • #24
9 months ago
Sunday’s game will be Hawkins’s fourth missed due to a back injury. Keion Brooks Jr. replaced him in the starting lineup for Friday’s loss to the Lakers, but the Pelicans have also called for Antonio Reeves to fill the void in the past. While Reeves can offer more to managers needing three-pointers, Brooks is better for those needing defensive production.
Source: NBA Injury Report

NOP • G • #24
9 months ago
This will be the third game in a row Hawkins has missed with lower back spasms. Antonio Reeves will likely continue to start in his absence while Keion Brooks Jr. sees additional minutes off the bench. Both could be worth streaming in deeper formats.

NOP • G • #24
10 months ago
Lower back spasms will keep Hawkins on the sidelines for a second-straight game. His absence likely means another start for Antonio Reeves and rotation minutes for Keion Brooks Jr. Due to the Pelicans’ many absences, Reeves and Brooks are worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans

NOP • G • #24
10 months ago
Initially questionable for Sunday’s game, Hawkins has been ruled out. His absence leaves the Pelicans thin on backcourt options, meaning more playing time for Antonio Reeves and Keion Brooks Jr. While Reeves would be worth a look as a desperation play in deep leagues, neither player qualifies as a must-stream.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans

NOP • G • #24
10 months ago
Initially questionable for Sunday’s game, Hawkins has been ruled out. His absence leaves the Pelicans thin on backcourt options, meaning more playing time for Antonio Reeves and Keion Brooks Jr. While Reeves would be worth a look as a desperation play in deep leagues, neither player qualifies as a must-stream.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans

NOP • G • #24
10 months ago
Hawkins exited early from Monday’s game against Philadelphia after playing 24 minutes as a starter. However, it won’t keep him out against Golden State. There is certainly a chance that Hawkins gets another starting nod, and he was able to tie his season-high with 25 points off the bench on Sunday. It has been a rough season for Hawkins, but he may get the chance to finish on a high note.
Source: NBA Injury Report

NOP • G • #24
10 months ago
Hawkins was able to briefly return after initially heading back to the locker room, but he has now officially been ruled out. New Orleans was already shorthanded for this game, which allowed Hawkins to move into the starting lineup for this game. Antonio Reeves should see a few extra minutes down the stretch.
Source: Will Guillory

NOP • G • #24
10 months ago
The Pelicans are without CJ McCollum, Bruce Brown and Zion Williamson for Monday’s game. Hawkins, Brooks and Missi will start, with the latter returning after a one-game absence. Due to the absences, Hawkins and Alvarado boast higher fantasy ceilings, but shooting inefficiency can be an issue for the former.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans

NOP • G • #24
10 months ago
Hawkins surpassed the 20-point mark for the second time since the All-Star break and the eighth time this season on Sunday. While there are opportunities for the second-year guard to produce, especially with Trey Murphy out for the season and Zion Williamson also sidelined on Sunday, Hawkins hasn’t consistently taken advantage of them. Over the past two weeks, he has been ranked outside the top 200 in eight- and nine-cat formats. However, Monday’s game against the 76ers may be a streaming opportunity, depending on which Pelicans are available.

NOP • G • #24
10 months ago
Hawkins entered the Pelicans’ starting lineup on Sunday due to CJ McCollum and Zion Williamson being out of the lineup. Unfortunately for fantasy managers hoping his usage would skyrocket, the second-year guard played 24 minutes and only attempted 10 shots. Antonio Reeves (11/2/3 with three triples) played a solid 22 minutes, likely cutting into Hawkins’ opportunities. Hawkins is worth watching for the rest of the season, especially if the Pelicans decide to sit McCollum and Williamson more often.

NOP • G • #24
10 months ago
Sunday’s game is the second in as many nights for the Pelicans, so CJ McCollum and Zion Williamson will not play. Alvarado and Hawkins move into the starting lineup, raising the fantasy ceilings of both players. Murphy’s usage should be sky-high as the best scorer in this lineup.
Source: NBA Lineups

NOP • G • #24
11 months ago
The Pelicans played Friday’s game without CJ McCollum and Zion Williamson, and Hawkins was one of the replacements who benefitted individually. Finishing one point shy of his season-high, the Pelicans guard shot over 50 percent from the field and recorded a complete stat line. While this may not mean much for Hawkins’ fantasy value in the short term, this performance will place him on more watchlists ahead of the “silly season.”