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ATL • F • #10
about 24 hours ago
Risacher will miss a second consecutive game with left knee inflammation. Vit Krejčí started Friday’s win over the Nuggets, recording two steals and two blocked shots. Unfortunately, he had a brutal night shooting the basketball, going scoreless on 0-of-8 shooting (0-of-7 3-pointers).
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • F • #10
2 days ago
Added to the injury report earlier Friday, Risacher is now officially out for the first game of Atlanta’s road trip. Vit Krejčí was the choice to fill the void the last time Risacher missed a game, and he may receive the nod on Friday. If so, Krejčí is worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • F • #10
2 days ago
Absent from the initial injury report released by the Hawks, Risacher is now questionable due to left knee inflammation. He last missed a game on November 18, with Vit Krejčí filling the void. Krejčí can provide three-point value when allowed to start, especially as part of a rotation that won’t have new additions CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • F • #10
4 days ago
It has been a disappointing second season for Risacher, but after figuring out some offense against Toronto on Monday, he was able to set a new season high for scoring in Wednesday’s win. It’s no coincidence that he also played a season-high 34 minutes. Hawks coach Quin Snyder hasn’t played the 2024 No. 1 overall pick as much as his other starters, but if he continues to play this well, he should continue to get the chance, which will lead to more production. At this point, he is only worth rostering in dynasty leagues.
ATL • F • #10
6 days ago
Risacher’s second season in the NBA has been rough, especially in recent weeks. However, prior to fouling out, this was actually a solid performance for him. He had an efficient shooting night and was able to provide four assists after totaling two assists over his last six games. Risacher is not worthy of a roster spot in standard leagues, but there is still upside for the 2024 No. 1 overall pick for dynasty managers.
ATL • F • #10
about 2 months ago
Risacher is back after a one-game absence, which will push Vit Krejčí to the bench after playing 36 minutes in Tuesday’s loss to the Pistons. While capable of providing some value in a reserve role, Krejčí does not have to be rostered in this spot.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • F • #10
about 2 months ago
Risacher took a hard fall during Sunday’s game against the Spurs and subsequently was held out of Tuesday’s game against the Pistons. The 20-year-old small forward is questionable for Thursday with a hip injury. If he’s ruled out again, Luke Kennard and Vit Krejčí should see extra minutes.
ATL • F • #10
about 2 months ago
Risacher took a hard fall against the Suns on Sunday, so the fact he was questionable before this game is encouraging. He won’t be available, but this may not be a lengthy absence for him. Luke Kennard and Vit Krejčí should take on extra minutes with Risacher unavailable; Krejčí has been on fire lately and has a decent chance to start.
Source: Brad Rowland
ATL • F • #10
about 2 months ago
Risacher injured his left hip during Sunday’s win over the Suns, landing hard on the court after completing a two-handed dunk and losing grip of the rim. If he cannot play on Tuesday, more minutes would become available to Luke Kennard and Vit Krejčí, with the latter being the more productive option recently. There’s also a chance that rookie Asa Newell gets more run after logging nine minutes on Sunday, but there isn’t anything to gain from streaming him.
Source: Brad Rowland
ATL • F • #10
about 2 months ago
Risacher suffered a scary fall after throwing down a dunk with seven minutes remaining in the fourth quarter. The Hawks forward lost grip of the rim and went head over heels, landing directly on his left hip. Due to what the team called a left hip contusion, Risacher did not return. Atlanta plays its next game on Tuesday against the Pistons, with Vit Krejčí having added streaming value if Risacher cannot play.
Source: Brad Rowland
ATL • F • #10
2 months ago
Risacher got off to a sizzling-hot start with 11 points in the opening four minutes of this one, finishing the first half with a game-high 16 points. He knocked down six of 10 from the floor during that span, including a pair of three pointers to propel the Hawks to a 17-point halftime lead. The 20-year-old former lottery pick will continue shouldering a larger role for Atlanta with offensive catalyst Trae Young facing a four-week absence with an MCL sprain in his right knee. He hasn’t been consistent enough to merit a roster spot in shallow fantasy leagues, but he’s shown some flashes of big-time scoring upside. His time is coming.
ATL • F • #10
3 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 • F • #10
3 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 • F • #10
3 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 • F • #10
3 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 • F • #10
3 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 • F • #10
3 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
ATL • F • #10
3 months ago
Risacher scored 16 points in 21 minutes in the season opener on Wednesday, and there is a chance he misses Friday’s game. If he’s sidelined, Nickeil Alexander-Walker or Luke Kennard will likely fill the void in the starting lineup, with both playing extra minutes.
Source: Brian Lewis
ATL • F • #10
3 months ago
Atlanta did not play Dyson Daniels or Jalen Johnson on Thursday, so Risacher moved into the starting lineup. The second-year wing played well against the Rockets, shooting efficiently and recording a complete stat line. While Risacher is worth selecting in the latter rounds of drafts, Atlanta’s deeper (and more experienced) rotation limits his ceiling. In addition to Daniels and Johnson, the Hawks added Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Luke Kennard during the offseason. Add in the ability to play two of Johnson/Onyeka Okongwu/Kristaps Porziņģis together, and Risacher’s playing time could decrease after he averaged 24.6 minutes per game as a rookie.
ATL • F • #10
3 months ago
Risacher shot an efficient 6-of-8 from the floor and 2-of-3 from downtown, finishing behind only Jalen Johnson (20 points) for team lead in the scoring department. Last season’s No. 1 pick is in line for plenty of playing time in Year 2, and fantasy managers will hope he doesn’t experience a sophomore slump.
ATL • F • #10
4 months ago
France struggled across the board in their 80-70 Round of 16 defeat, but Risacher and Bilal Coulibaly were especially disappointing. Risacher shot 1-of-6 from three on the day, while Coulibaly missed all three of his shot attempts and went scoreless with three rebounds and four personal fouls. France, which struggled mightily when Israel switched to a zone defense during their group stage matchup, encountered similar issues against Georgia on Sunday. Poor perimeter shooting and limited frontcourt depth were too much for France to overcome.
ATL • F • #10
4 months ago
This was a strong response from Risacher after he was held scoreless in 15 minutes against Poland on Tuesday. Risacher’s role has been limited during EuroBasket, but he has been able to provide quick offense at times. Heading into his second season with the Hawks, Risacher appears poised for a breakout year.
ATL • F • #10
4 months ago
France went cold in Sunday’s 82-69 defeat at the worst possible time, going more than four minutes without a point during the fourth quarter. They could not come up with an answer for Israel’s 2-3 zone, flipping the game on its head. The good news for France is that Risacher played relatively well on Sunday, providing solid value on both ends of the floor in his 24 minutes off the bench. He’ll look to help France rebound when it faces Poland on Tuesday.
ATL • F • #10
4 months ago
The 2024 No. 1 overall pick hasn’t played a large role for France so far, but he has been able to provide an offensive punch. He only played 12 minutes in Saturday’s win, but things went well when he was on the floor. Risacher will continue to play a reserve role for France, but he should be a valuable floor spacer for the Hawks next season.
ATL • F • #10
5 months ago
With multiple veterans sitting out FIBA EuroBasket, France will lean heavily on younger talent during this summer’s event. That means more opportunities for Risacher, who logged 18 minutes off the bench in Thursday’s 92-64 victory. After finishing his rookie season in Atlanta as a starter, he may need to get more acclimated to coming off the bench. The Hawks added Kristaps Porziņģis this summer via trade, which opens up the question of who will come off the bench. If Jalen Johnson can consistently defend small forwards, the Hawks could go with a bigger lineup that includes Porziņģis and Onyeka Okongwu, pushing Risacher to the bench. Or, they could start one of Porziņģis or Okongwu, bringing the other off the bench while Risacher remains a starter. Before worrying about that, a solid run at EuroBasket could be the springboard Risacher needs heading into his second NBA season.
ATL • F • #10
9 months ago
Risacher had a solid rookie season overall, but he didn’t end it on a high note. Risacher’s second postseason game was one to forget, and Quin Snyder didn’t leave him out there long to work through his struggles. He played 29 minutes on Tuesday, but he only played 16 minutes in Friday’s play-in loss. The No. 1 overall pick from last summer didn’t contribute much fantasy value in his rookie year, though he did have some big games sprinkled through the season. However, he’ll have to make some serious strides over the summer if he is going to be worth drafting in standard leagues next season.
ATL • F • #10
9 months ago
Risacher and Gueye started Sunday’s game but did not see any action during the second quarter. Neither player returned for the start of the third, and their respective regular seasons have concluded. Both will be available for Wednesday’s play-in tournament matchup with Orlando. Risacher finished with six points, two rebounds, one block and two three-pointers in 10 minutes, with Gueye tallying three points, four rebounds and one three-pointer in seven minutes. Jacob Toppin and Vit Krejci started the third quarter.
Source: Lauren Williams
ATL • F • #10
10 months ago
Rissacher topped his previous career high of 33 points set against the Knicks on November 6. The No. 1 pick in the draft hit 12-of-21 shots, including 5-of-11 from beyond the arc as he led all scorers in Atlanta’s blowout victory. He’s got eight games left in his inaugural campaign, and he’ll look to build on this quality performance during the home stretch.
ATL • F • #10
10 months ago
While the production outside of points and three-pointers was limited, Risacher continues to make strides as a scorer. Over the past two weeks, he has averaged 16.9 points per game on 53.5 percent shooting. Rostered in 30 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Risacher has provided ninth-round value in eight-cat formats during this stretch, sitting just outside the top 100. The rookie has steadily improved, especially after the All-Star break, which has been encouraging for Hawks fans and fantasy managers.
ATL • F • #10
10 months ago
Most of the discussion regarding Rookie of the Year has centered around Stephon Castle and with good reason. However, one must not overlook Risacher, who has made strides since the All-Star break. Shooting 47.7 percent from the field, the rookie wing has averaged 13.4 points, 5.1 rebounds and 2.4 three-pointers per game since the break. Risacher has not provided much value in the assist or defensive categories, which has limited his fantasy ceiling. However, the Hawks should be encouraged by his play over the past month.