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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson (shoulder) questionable vs. Detroit
Tue, Jan 21, 2025, 11:04 AM
Atlanta Hawks
Jalen Johnson (right shoulder inflammation) is questionable to play against the Pistons on Wednesday.
Analysis: Johnson has been able to play in their last two games, but there is a chance that he is sidelined for the first night of their back-to-back. If that happens, Garrison Mathews or David Roddy will likely replace him in the starting lineup. |
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Trae Young Trae Young (Achilles) probable Wednesday vs. DET
Tue, Jan 21, 2025, 11:03 AM
Trae Young (right Achilles tendonitis) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Pistons.
Analysis: Young continues to appear on the injury report, though he hasn't missed many games this season. It doesn't appear that the 26-year-old point guard will miss Wednesday's game against the Pistons either as he's been deemed probable with an Achilles injury. |
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De'Andre Hunter De'Andre Hunter scores 22 points with 4 threes
Mon, Jan 20, 2025, 12:17 PM
De'Andre Hunter provided a boost off the bench with 22 points (7-of-14 FGs), one assist, one block and four 3-pointers against New York on Monday.
Analysis: After an excellent month of December, Hunter has cooled off a bit recently. However, he got back on track in this game and had his first 20-point game since New Year's Day. Hunter still leads the league in bench points per game at 19.5, and he'll have a strong case for Sixth Man of the Year if he keeps performing to this level. He didn't contribute much value in other categories, but that has always been an issue for Hunter. He'll look to keep it going against Detroit on Wednesday. |
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Trae Young Trae Young scores 27 points with six 3-pointers
Mon, Jan 20, 2025, 12:09 PM
Trae Young led the Hawks with 27 points (8-of-22 FGs), three rebounds, six assists, three steals, one block, six 3-pointers and nine turnovers in a 119-110 loss to the Knicks on Monday.
Analysis: Young had an excellent first half on Monday and entered the break with 18 points and five 3-pointers. Unfortunately, he wasn't able to replicate his success after halftime, and while he did nearly record a double-double, the point-turnover double-double isn't one that any player wants to have. He has picked up the scoring and has at least 20 points in nine straight games, which has helped improve his scoring average and shooting percentage, which is finally over 40% over the course of the season. They still have three more games this week, starting against Detroit on Wednesday. |
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Onyeka Okongwu Onyeka Okongwu posts 14/9/2/2 line as starter
Mon, Jan 20, 2025, 11:49 AM
Onyeka Okongwu got the start on Monday and finished with 14 points (7-of-10 FGs), nine rebounds, two assists and two steals against New York.
Analysis: Atlanta finally did it. Quin Snyder finally did what fantasy managers have been clamoring for for years. Okongwu replaced Clint Capela in the starting lineup. OO played 28 minutes to Capela's 20 minutes, which is what we should expect moving forward if this is indeed a permanent lineup change. Okongwu was solid and fell one rebound shy of a double-double. He played a similar workload in each of their three previous games and had a lot more success, so even if this first start was underwhelming, it shouldn't be concerning. They still have three more games this week, and he should have more success against the Pistons on Wednesday. |
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Trae Young Trae Young, Jalen Johnson available vs. Knicks
Mon, Jan 20, 2025, 7:33 AM
Trae Young (Achilles)and Jalen Johnson (shoulder) are active for Monday's Hawks-Knicks game.
Analysis: Young and Johnson both recorded double-doubles in their previous games and both good to play for a second straight game. The duo has been Atlanta's most consistent players all season. |
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Trae Young Trae Young (Achilles) probable Monday vs. Knicks
Sun, Jan 19, 2025, 11:04 AM
Trae Young (right Achilles tendonitis) is probable for Monday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: Young has consistently shown up on the injury report this year with various ailments whether it be an Achilles or rib injury or an illness, though he hasn't missed very many games. The 26-year-old point guard has become one of Madison Square Garden's greatest villains and it's likely Young will suit up Monday in New York. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson (shoulder) probable Monday vs. NYK
Sun, Jan 19, 2025, 11:04 AM
Brad Rowland
Jalen Johnson (right shoulder inflammation) is probable for Monday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: Johnson returned to the Hawks lineup on Saturday after a five-game absence, playing 38 minutes in an overtime win over Boston. The probable tag suggests he'll be available to play against the Knicks, likely taking on a similar workload. |
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Onyeka Okongwu Onyeka Okongwu drops double-double, four blocks
Sat, Jan 18, 2025, 4:25 PM
Onyeka Okongwu finished Saturday's win over Boston with 19 points (6-of-10 FGs, 5-of-7 FTs), 13 rebounds, two assists, four blocks, and two 3-pointers in 32 minutes.
Analysis: It took some time, but fantasy managers finally see the Okongwu they've been clamoring for. He finished Saturday's overtime victory with his third double-double in as many games, and the four blocked shots matched his season-high. Over the past two weeks, the Hawks' backup center has provided top-50 value in 9-cat formats. With the trade deadline a little less than three weeks away, it will be interesting to see if Atlanta moves Clint Capela. If so, Okongwu's fantasy ceiling rises considerably. |
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Dyson Daniels Dyson Daniels shoots 11-of-14, scores 23 points
Sat, Jan 18, 2025, 4:25 PM
Dyson Daniels shot 11-of-14 from the field in Saturday's win over Boston, scoring 23 points with four rebounds, four assists, one steal, and one 3-pointer in 40 minutes.
Analysis: Daniels may have committed five turnovers, but from a scoring standpoint, this was one of his most efficient outings of the season. The 23 points were the most he's scored in a game since November 15, and that's also the last time Daniels has scored at least 20 points while shooting 70% or better from the field. Regarding his improved fantasy value, the points category has not been as prominent as some others, but Daniels is a capable scorer. Saturday's performance was a reminder of that. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson records 14/13/3/1/1 line in return
Sat, Jan 18, 2025, 4:24 PM
Jalen Johnson logged 38 minutes in Saturday's win over the Celtics, accounting for 14 points (5-of-13 FGs, 4-of-7 FTs), 13 rebounds, three assists, one steal, and one blocked shot.
Analysis: In the Hawks' lineup after a five-game absence, Johnson played 38 of a possible 53 minutes in Atlanta's overtime victory. He didn't have his best night shooting the basketball, but the Hawks forward recorded his 19th double-double of the season, matching his 2023-24 total. As valuable as Johnson was in fantasy basketball last season, he's been even better in 2024-25, providing top-20 value in 8- and 9-cat formats. |
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Trae Young Trae Young posts 28/4/11/2/2 stat line vs. Celtics
Sat, Jan 18, 2025, 4:24 PM
Trae Young accumulated 28 points (10-of-23 FGs, 5-of-5 FTs), four rebounds, 11 assists, two steals, two blocks, and three 3-pointers in 39 minutes in Saturday's 119-115 win over Boston.
Analysis: Back in the lineup after sitting out Wednesday's win over Chicago, Young forced overtime on Saturday by hitting two free throws in the final seconds of regulation. He would finish the victory with his third double-double in five games, and fantasy managers were likely also pleased with the four defensive contributions. Over the past two weeks, Young has provided 1st-round value in 8-cat formats and 2nd-round value in 9-cat formats. The Hawks play four games during Week 13, beginning with the Knicks on Monday afternoon. |
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Trae Young Trae Young, De'Andre Hunter available Saturday
Sat, Jan 18, 2025, 11:34 AM
Kevin Chouinard
Trae Young (right rib contusion) and De'Andre Hunter (left foot soreness) are available for Saturday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: Young and Hunter were initially probable for Saturday's game, so the status upgrades were expected. While the former will be in the starting lineup after sitting out Wednesday's win over Phoenix, the latter will be one of Atlanta's key options off the bench. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson (shoulder) available Saturday
Sat, Jan 18, 2025, 11:30 AM
Kevin Chouinard
Jalen Johnson (right shoulder inflammation) is available for Saturday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: Johnson is back after missing Atlanta's last five games. His return impacts David Roddy the most as he returns to the bench. There wasn't much to gain from streaming Roddy. Due to Zaccharie Risacher being out with an adductor injury, Vit Krejci will remain in the starting lineup. |
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Larry Nance Larry Nance (hand) to be re-evaluated in one week
Fri, Jan 17, 2025, 12:09 PM
Brad Rowland
Larry Nance Jr. (right hand surgery) will be re-evaluated in one week.
Analysis: After undergoing surgery to repair the broken fourth metacarpal in his right hand two weeks ago, Nance continues to progress in his recovery. He'll spend at least one more week on the sideline, leaving the Hawks with Clint Capela and Onyeka Okongwu as their available centers. Nance's absence does not significantly impact fantasy basketball. |
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Trae Young Trae Young (rib) probable Saturday vs. Celtics
Fri, Jan 17, 2025, 11:08 AM
Trae Young (right rib contusion) is probable for Saturday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: Young missed Wednesday's game with a rib injury, but is probable for Saturday against the Celtics. The 26-year-old point guard dropped a season-high 43 points in Tuesday's win over the Suns. Dyson Daniels would see increased playmaking opportunities if Young can't go Saturday. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson (shoulder) questionable Saturday
Fri, Jan 17, 2025, 11:08 AM
Brad Rowland
Jalen Johnson (right shoulder inflammation) is questionable for Saturday's game against Boston.
Analysis: Johnson has missed Atlanta's last five games, most recently sitting out Wednesday's win over the Bulls. While Vit Krejci has been the replacement in the starting lineup, he hasn't done enough to merit being streamed in most fantasy leagues. Trae Young and De'Andre Hunter are probable, so there's even less reason to roster Krejci. |
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De'Andre Hunter De'Andre Hunter (foot) probable Saturday vs. BOS
Fri, Jan 17, 2025, 11:03 AM
Brad Rowland
De'Andre Hunter (left foot soreness) is probable for Saturday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: Hunter is on track to play after sitting out Atlanta's last two games. His return would push Daeqwon Plowden out of the rotation, with the two-way contract recipient excelling in the Hawks' win over Chicago on Wednesday. Plowden was too risky to stream against the Bulls, so Hunter's return won't change much for him fantasy-wise. |
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Onyeka Okongwu Onyeka Okongwu contributes 14/13/7/1/1 off bench
Wed, Jan 15, 2025, 4:54 PM
Onyeka Okongwu provided a boost off the bench with 14 points (5-of-9 FGs), 13 rebounds, seven assists, one steal, one block and one 3-pointer against Chicago on Wednesday.
Analysis: 24 hours after hauling in a career-high 21 rebounds, Okongwu was once again able to have a strong performance off the bench. This was his eighth double-double of the bench this season, and he has put together two of his best performances of the year over their last two games. He was also able to set a new season-high for assists, which is an aspect of his game that can take his production to another level. Okongwu has been mostly disappointing this season, but if he can continue to perform to this level, he'll be able to raise his value inside the top-100. They'll close out the week in Boston on Saturday before they start a four-game week in New York on Monday. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson, Hunter, Risacher out vs. Bulls
Wed, Jan 15, 2025, 8:33 AM
Jalen Johnson (right shoulder inflammation), De'Andre Hunter (left foot soreness), and Zaccharie Risacher (left adductor irritation) have been ruled out for Wednesday's Hawks-Bulls matchup.
Analysis: It appears like Atlanta will be exceedingly thin on Wednesday with all these key players out of commission. Bogdan Bogdanovic, David Roddy, Garrison Matthews, and others will need to step up against Chicago. |
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