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ATL • F-C • #17
1 day 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 • F-C • #17
4 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 • F-C • #17
5 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 • F-C • #17
18 days ago
Wearing a facemask reminiscent of the one worn by Hannibal Lecter, Okongwu returned to the Hawks’ lineup after a four-game absence. The fact that he shot over 50 percent from the field was a positive, as was his ability to play 30 minutes. Jock Landale (five points, one assist and one three-pointer), who shone in his Hawks debut, played 17 minutes off the bench. Unfortunately, fantasy managers will be best served to move on from him with Okongwu back in the fold.
ATL • F-C • #17
19 days ago
Okongwu is back after missing the last four games due to undergoing dental surgery. His return will send Jock Landale to the bench, though it’s worth waiting to see how Landale is used as a reserve before dropping him in fantasy leagues.
ATL • F-C • #17
20 days ago
Okongwu has missed Atlanta’s last four games after undergoing dental surgery. If he’s able to return on Saturday, that would push the new addition, Jock Landale, to the bench. However, fantasy managers who have rostered Landale should hold onto him until it’s clear how much he’ll play as the backup center.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • F-C • #17
21 days ago
Thursday’s game will be the fourth that Okongwu has missed due to a dental fracture that required surgery. The Hawks will rely on Jock Landale to fill the void. Acquired from the Jazz on Wednesday, Landale is worth streaming until Okongwu is healthy enough to play.
Source: Brad Rowland
ATL • F-C • #17
22 days ago
Okongwu has missed Atlanta’s last three games after an elbow to the mouth resulted in broken teeth and a subsequent dental surgery. With Kristaps Porziņģis also missing time due to injury, the Hawks have relied on Christian Koloko and Mouhamed Gueye to fill the void. That will remain the case if Okongwu and Porziņģis can’t play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • F-C • #17
26 days ago
Okongwu lost a few teeth during Wednesday’s win over the Celtics, as he took a Jaylen Brown elbow to the mouth. After undergoing dental surgery the following day, the Hawks’ center is looking at an extended absence as he recovers. Christian Koloko moved into the starting lineup for Thursday’s loss to the Rockets, and that’s likely to be his job for the foreseeable future.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
ATL • F-C • #17
28 days ago
Okongwu exited Wednesday’s game against the Celtics after being hit in the mouth by Jaylen Brown, resulting in a dental fracture that required surgery. As a result, he’ll miss at least two games, starting with Thursday’s matchup with the Rockets. Okongwu is considered day-to-day, and the Hawks will rely on Mouhamed Gueye and Christian Koloko to fill the resulting void.
Source: brad Rowland
ATL • F-C • #17
28 days ago
Okongwu took an elbow to the face in Wednesday’s game against the Celtics and was left with a bloody mouth and fractured teeth. He had a procedure done on Thursday and will be held out for at least this game. Christian Koloko and Mouhamed Gueye figure to see an increase in minutes, but the usage should still run through the Hawks’ main playmakers.
ATL • F-C • #17
28 days ago
Okongwu left Wednesday’s game with 6:43 remaining due to a shot to the mouth that he took from Boston’s Jaylen Brown. Okongwu would make his two free throws before heading back to the locker room, and he did not return. The overall production from the Hawks’ center was good, so fantasy managers didn’t lose out on too much due to Okongwu’s premature departure. The Hawks host the Rockets on Friday; hopefully, the mouth injury doesn’t cost him any time.
ATL • F-C • #17
about 1 month ago
Okongwu remains limited on the glass, but he has been able to make an impact in a multitude of categories consistently. He also led the Hawks in scoring in the win. Okongwu is currently providing third-round value in nine-category leagues this season and has been able to produce value across the board. This was a strong performance for him, and he’ll look to keep it going against the Pacers on Monday.
ATL • F-C • #17
about 1 month ago
While he did shoot 60 percent from the field and record a complete stat line, this was a rough night for Okongwu. In addition to fouling out, the Hawks’ center committed a season-high seven turnovers. The good news is that nights like this have not been the norm for Okongwu, so it’s safe to assume that he’ll bounce back. And over the past two weeks, he has provided third-round value in eight-cat formats.
ATL • F-C • #17
about 1 month ago
Atlanta never recovered after getting off to a brutal start, shooting 35 percent (17-of-48) in the opening half while allowing the Celtics to erupt for 81 first-half points on 63 percent shooting (30-of-48), resulting in a massive 31-point deficit at the break. Simply put, they never recovered. Okongwu has topped 20 points in back-to-back contests and is averaging 16.4 point and 7.9 boards through 42 games this season, delivering third-round fantasy value. The Hawks are in line for a three-game week coming up with matchups against the Bucks, Grizzlies and Suns.
ATL • F-C • #17
about 1 month ago
Okongwu was Atlanta’s top scorer on the evening, finishing as one of only two Hawks players to reach the 20-point mark. More than half of his production came from beyond the arc, and Thursday’s outing marked the fourth time this January that he’s tallied at least three made three-pointers in a game. Okongwu has been a reliable offensive option for the Hawks in what’s been a career-best season for him thus far. Especially with Kristaps Porzingis sidelined, fantasy managers should expect Okongwu to remain productive.
ATL • F-C • #17
about 2 months ago
In addition to recording his tenth double-double of the season, Okongwu’s seven assists were a season-high. Over the past two weeks, he has been close to a top-25 player in eight-cat formats. Okongwu and the Hawks, who are 7-2 in road games against Western Conference teams, play three games in Week 13. The first two are on the road, with the Hawks visiting the Lakers and Trail Blazers before returning home.
ATL • F-C • #17
about 2 months ago
Okongwu did not play in Wednesday’s win over the Pelicans, which led to Mouhamed Gueye moving into the starting lineup and playing 31 minutes. Gueye’s playing time will decrease significantly, especially with Kristaps Porziņģis back in the fold.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • F-C • #17
about 2 months ago
Okongwu is in danger of sitting out against New Orleans after his late addition to the injury report. If he’s forced to sit this one out, Kristaps Porziņģisand Mo Gueye could be in line for more run.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • F-C • #17
about 2 months ago
Okongwu had one of his worst game of the season in Toronto on Saturday, but he was able to respond with a much better performance, though the result of the game was the same. As an undersized center, Okongwu hasn’t been a great rebounder this year, so this was only his ninth double-double of the season. This was a strong performance for him, and it has helped that he has remained the starter despite Kristaps Porziņģis being back in the lineup. As long as that continues, Okongwu will be an elite fantasy producer.
ATL • F-C • #17
about 2 months ago
It’s safe to say that Okongwu likes playing against the Knicks. After hitting six three-pointers in Saturday’s home loss to New York, he hit three more in Friday’s road victory. Over the past two weeks, he has provided third-round per-game value in eight-cat formats. Even as Kristaps Porziņģis (4/8/2/2 in 17 minutes) works his way back from illness, Okongwu’s playing time and opportunities won’t be an issue. That’s excellent news for those who have him rostered.
ATL • F-C • #17
about 2 months ago
Okongwu continues to thrive with Kristaps Porziņģis sidelined due to illness and he saw his role on the offensive end of the floor expand even further in this one with the Hawks missing Jalen Johnson, who has emerged as one of the game’s premier all-around players this season, due to illness. The 25-year-old big man has scored at least 23 points in three of his last five games since December 21. He’s delivered fourth-round fantasy value this season, averaging 16.4 points, 7.8 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 1.0 steals and 1.0 blocks through 33 games.
ATL • F-C • #17
2 months ago
Okongwu put on a show on Saturday, finishing one point shy of his season-high while shooting 6-of-10 from beyond the arc. The Hawks’ current starting center finished a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line, and one of the turning points was when Okongwu fouled out with 29.6 seconds remaining. As long as the Hawks remain without Kristaps Porziņģis, it will be Okongwu’s show in the middle. Those who have him rostered can either command a sky-high price via trade or hold onto him. The latter approach may be better, especially with the Hawks playing four games in Week 11.
ATL • F-C • #17
2 months ago
The good news for Okongwu managers is that the rebounds and assists were there. Unfortunately, the field-goal percentage took a beating with his 5-of-16 night against the Heat. The issue for Okongwu was three-point shooting, as he missed all five of his attempts. Through 11 games in December, he’s shot 15-of-59 from deep, which works out to 25.4 percent. With Okongwu attempting nearly 42 percent of his shots from beyond the arc, a cold spell will significantly impact his overall shooting percentage.
ATL • F-C • #17
2 months ago
Okongwu knocked down 7-of-9 first-half shot attempts to finish with a game-high 17 points as both teams shot over 55 percent from the floor and combined for a whopping 156 points. He was relatively quiet during the final two quarters as Jalen Johnson and Trae Young spearheaded Atlanta’s comeback effort that fell just short on the game’s final possession. The 25-year-old big man has experienced a significant uptick in minutes recently with Kristaps Porziņģis sidelined due to illness.
ATL • F-C • #17
2 months ago
While Okongwu finished Sunday’s victory with his sixth double-double of the season and first since November 30, his field-goal percentage left something to be desired. The Hawks’ center shot 1-of-7 inside the arc while making 50 percent of his three-point attempts. That said, the overall stat line more than compensates for the poor shooting. With Kristaps Porziņģis (illness) out for at least two weeks, now is the time for fantasy managers to go all-in on Okongwu. Atlanta plays three games in the final four days of Week 9, starting on Thursday.
ATL • F-C • #17
3 months ago
Okongwu took advantage of Washington’s injury-depleted frontcourt and historically porous defense, and the absence of fellow big Kristaps Porziņģis on the second night of a back-to-back, to knock down 10-of-17 shots and eclipse the 20-point plateau for the eighth time this season. He’s delivered fifth-round value for fantasy managers this season, averaging 16 points, 7.4 rebounds, three assists, 0.9 steals and 1.1 blocks through 24 contests.
ATL • F-C • #17
3 months ago
Okongwu started once again with Kristaps Porziņģis sidelined for a third straight outing. He was better as a scorer in this one after he shot 5-of-14 on Sunday, but he wasn’t as effective on the glass. The Hawks were dominated on the boards, losing the rebounding battle 60-34. Okongwu has another tough matchup coming up next against Ivica Zubac on the Clippers on Wednesday.
ATL • F-C • #17
3 months ago
Okongwu remained in the starting lineup with Kristaps Porziņģis sidelined once again. He wasn’t as productive offensively as he has been in previous starts, but he was still able to record a double-double and have success as a playmaker. It wasn’t a spectacular night for Okongwu, but he was able to nearly match his season high for rebounds. As long as Porziņģis is sidelined, Okongwu will continue to shine.
ATL • F-C • #17
3 months ago
With Kristaps Porziņģis sidelined, Okongwu will unsurprisingly return to the starting lineup. He has been excellent in seven starts this year, averaging 20 points, 6.7 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 1.4 steals, 1.9 blocks and 2.7 three-pointers per game.
Source: Atlanta Hawks