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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson posts monster 31/18/14/7 line
Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 6:22 PM
Jalen Johnson recorded a triple-double on Thursday with 31 points (10-of-19 FGs, 7-of-11 FTs), 18 rebounds, 14 assists, seven steals, four three-pointers and six turnovers in a 132-122 win over the Jazz.
Analysis: Johnson was dominant in this game, recording the third triple-double of his career and his first of the season. On top of that, he set new career-highs for points, rebounds, assists and steals while matching his career-high for three-pointers. Usually it's difficult to say if a game is truly the best of a player's career, but it doesn't feel hyperbolic to say that for Johnson. He started to break out last season, but shoulder injuries cut his year short. Now, he's healthy enough to put the league on notice, and the absence of Trae Young (knee) has allowed Johnson to see a bump in usage. With Young likely still a few weeks away from returning, Johnson will continue to run the show in Atlanta, which should lead to more elite production from him. What will be interesting to see is how this team adjusts to Young's return; the Hawks have the second-best defensive rating in the league in the month of November and have won four in a row without him. |
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Onyeka Okongwu Okongwu stars with career-bests 32 points, 8 treys
Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 6:10 PM
Onyeka Okongwu started on Thursday and contributed 32 points (11-of-18 FGs), 11 rebounds, two assists, two steals, three blocks and eight three-pointers against the Jazz.
Analysis: With Kristaps Porzingis (rest) sitting out the second night of the Hawks' back-to-back, Okongwu got the starting nod, as expected. What wasn't expected was how effective he'd be from deep. He shattered his previous career-high for triples and set a new career-high for points as well. Okongwu has improved as a deep-range shooter throughout his career, but the strides he has taken this year can't be understated; he's averaging 1.6 three-pointers per game this year, which is more than double what he averaged last year. OO is developing into a true stretch five, which makes him and the Hawks even more dangerous. He's at his best in the box score when Porzingis isn't available, but the two centers have been able to share the floor at times this year as well. Okongwu will continue to be a reliable option in fantasy basketball, regardless of what format you're playing in. However, he turns into a fantasy superstar when Porzingis is out, which is worth noting since the Hawks have another back-to-back coming up next weekend. |
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Vit Krejci Vit Krej?Ã scores 20 points with six treys
Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 6:05 PM
Vit Krej?Ã provided a boost off the bench with 20 points (7-of-9 FGs, one rebound, three assists, three steals and six three-pointers against the Jazz on Thursday.
Analysis: Injuries opened the door for Krej?Ã to return to the rotation a few games ago, and he made the most of the opportunity. That earned him more playing time, and he's stayed hot over the last four games. During this stretch, he is averaging 19 points and 4.8 three-pointers per game while shooting 63.4 percent from the floor. Until Trae Young (knee) is back, Krej?Ã appears to be worth rostering in deeper formats and is making a push to be a standard-league option. |
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Onyeka Okongwu Onyeka Okongwu starting in place of Porzi??is
Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 2:42 PM
Brad Rowland
Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Dyson Daniels, Zaccharie Risacher, Jalen Johnson and Onyeka Okongwu will start against the Jazz on Thursday.
Analysis: Kristaps Porzi??is getting a rest night on the second leg of a back-to-back, Okongwu will make a return to the starting unit. He has been effective as a reserve, but his ceiling will be raised as a starter. |
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Kristaps Porzingis Kristaps Porzi??is (rest) ruled out vs. Utah
Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 10:15 AM
NBA Injury Report
Kristaps Porzi??is (rest) has been ruled out against the Jazz on Thursday.
Analysis: Porzi??is hasn't played both legs of a back-to-back yet this season, and that isn't going to start against Utah. His absence will open the door for Onyeka Okongwu to slide into the starting unit once again. |
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Nickeil Alexander-Walker NAW (back) returns vs. SAC, has 14 pts, four dimes
Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 7:38 PM
Nickeil Alexander-Walker had 14 points (5-of-11 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), six rebounds, four assists, two blocks and one three-pointer vs. the Kings on Wednesday.
Analysis: Alexander-Walker returned from a two-game absence and logged a balanced performance against the Kings on Wednesday. In 22 minutes, he made an impact with his scoring and passing on the offensive end, while also contributing on the defensive glass glass. As a result, the veteran guard finished as a game-high +44 in the Hawks' route of the Kings. |
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Onyeka Okongwu Onyeka Okongwu scores 21 points off bench vs. SAC
Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 7:31 PM
Onyeka Okongwu added 21 points (6-of-7 FGs, 7-of-8 FTs), three rebounds, two assists, one steal and two three-pointers on Wednesday against the Kings.
Analysis: Okongwu was one of two Hawks players to score at least 20 points in the team's blowout win over the Kings. In 21 minutes, Okongwu shot efficiently from the floor, and when he wasn't doing that, he found production at the charity stripe. Nothing else stood out on Wednesday aside from his scoring. Still, his performance off the bench was one of the more noteworthy for Atlanta. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson leads Hawks with 24 points vs. Kings
Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 7:25 PM
Jalen Johnson finished Wednesday's win with 24 points (9-of-10 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), 10 rebounds, eight assists, one steal and two three-pointers against the Kings.
Analysis: Johnson was nearly perfect from the floor on Wednesday. He connected on all but one of his 10 shot attempts and made all of his free throws before finishing as one of two Hawks players to score at least 20 points. In addition to his scoring, Johnson led the Hawks in rebounds and tied a team-high in assists, ultimately falling two assists shy of a triple-double. Johnson needed just 24 minutes of game action to log this stellar final stat line. |
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Nickeil Alexander-Walker ATL starts NAW, Daniels, Risacher, Johnson, KP
Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 3:44 PM
NBA Lineups
Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Dyson Daniels, Zaccharie Risacher, Jalen Johnson and Kristaps Porzi??is will start Saturday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: Alexander-Walker is available after missing two games with lower back spasms, prompting the lone change to the Hawks' starting lineup. His return means Keaton Wallace will head to the bench, where he offers limited fantasy value. |
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Nickeil Alexander-Walker Alexander-Walker (back) available Wednesday
Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 2:24 PM
Brad Rowland
Nickeil Alexander-Walker (back) is available for Wednesday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: Alexander-Walker is back in the lineup after a two-game absence. His return likely means Keaton Wallace will come off the bench, where he offers minimal fantasy value at best. There's no need to roster Wallace in any fantasy league with Alexander-Walker healthy. |
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Nickeil Alexander-Walker Alexander-Walker (back) upgraded to probable
Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 1:52 PM
Brad Rowland
Nickeil Alexander-Walker (back) is now probable for Wednesday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: Having missed the prior two games with lower back spasms, Alexander-Walker was initially questionable for Wednesday's game. The status upgrade is a sign that he's trending in the right direction. If Alexander-Walker plays, he'll likely push Keaton Wallace out of the starting lineup. |
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Nickeil Alexander-Walker Nickeil Alexander-Walker (back) questionable Wed.
Tue, Nov 11, 2025, 2:06 PM
Brad Rowland
Nickeil Alexander-Walker (back) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: Alexander-Walker has missed the Hawks' last two games with lower back spasms. If he can play on Wednesday, Keaton Wallace will be bumped to the bench, where there's no need to consider streaming him in deep leagues. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson records 16/10/9/1/1 line vs. LAC
Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 7:15 PM
Jalen Johnson recorded 16 points (7-of-16 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), 10 rebounds, eight assists, one steal and one blocked shot in Monday's win over the Clippers.
Analysis: With his parents sitting courtside, Johnson recorded his third double-double of the season on Monday. He has been Atlanta's most valuable fantasy option, and Trae Young's absence has raised Johnson's ceiling. Interestingly, Mouhamed Gueye, who started for Johnson on Saturday, only played eight minutes off the bench. While the decrease in playing time was expected, Gueye falling out of the rotation completely was a surprise. The Hawks have a Wednesday/Thursday back-to-back, which will impact the fantasy prospects of Johnson and Gueye. |
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Kristaps Porzingis Kristaps Porzi??is posts 20 points, three blocks
Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 7:15 PM
Kristaps Porzi??is amassed 20 points (5-of-12 FGs, 9-of-9 FTs), three rebounds, four assists, three blocks and one three-pointer in Monday's win over the Clippers.
Analysis: Despite being a fixture in the Hawks' starting lineup when available, Porzi??is has just three 20-point games in eight appearances. A perfect night at the foul line gave his point total a welcome boost on Monday, but fantasy managers can also benefit from the assists and blocked shots. Porzi??is is providing fifth-round value in fantasy basketball, which aligns with his Yahoo! ADP of 53. Onyeka Okongwu returned to the bench on Monday after starting Saturday's win over the Lakers, finishing with 10 points, six rebounds and three assists in 26 minutes. While he remains a player worth rostering in most leagues, Okongwu's ceiling is lowered when Porzi??is is available. |
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Vit Krejci Vit Krej?Ã goes off for 28 points vs. Clippers
Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 7:14 PM
Vit Krej?Ã accounted for 28 points (9-of-13 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), three rebounds, two assists, one block and eight three-pointers in Monday's win over the Clippers.
Analysis: While most of the Hawks' regulars were back in the lineup for Monday's game, Krej?Ã was the standout against the Clippers. He played 30 minutes, finishing with career-highs in points and three-pointers. He has hit double digits in minutes in five straight games, and that may remain the case until Trae Young returns from his knee injury. However, Monday's performance is not enough to make Krej?Ã a player worth adding anytime soon in redraft leagues. |
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Nickeil Alexander-Walker Alexander-Walker (back) out Monday vs. Clippers
Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 3:04 PM
Kevin Chouinard
Nickeil Alexander-Walker (back) is out for Monday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: Alexander-Walker will miss a second straight game due to lower back spasms. Keaton Wallace started Saturday's win over the Lakers and will likely retain that role. With Trae Young (knee) also out, Wallace is worth streaming in deeper leagues. Also, Dyson Daniels and Jalen Johnson should have more opportunities to initiate offense. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson (quad) available Monday vs. LAC
Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 3:01 PM
Kevin Chouinard
Jalen Johnson (quad) is available for Monday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: Johnson did not play in Saturday's win over the Lakers, with Mouhamed Gueye replacing him in the starting lineup. While his streaming value takes a hit due to the return to the bench, Gueye will remain in the Hawks' rotation. Keep him in mind the next time Johnson misses a game, as he played well on Saturday. |
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Kristaps Porzingis Porzi??is, Kennard absent from injury report
Sun, Nov 9, 2025, 4:57 PM
Kevin Chouinard
Kristaps Porzi??is (injury management) and Luke Kennard (illness) are off the injury report for Monday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: Neither Porzi??is nor Kennard played in Saturday's win over the Lakers, with the former's absence having a greater impact on the Hawks' rotation. Onyeka Okongwu will likely return to the bench with KP back in the fold, with Kennard's return meaning fewer minutes for rookie Asa Newell. While Okongwu should be rostered in most leagues, there's no need to hold onto Newell if you streamed him on Saturday. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson (quad) questionable Monday vs. LAC
Sun, Nov 9, 2025, 2:11 PM
Kevin Chouinard
Jalen Johnson (quad) is questionable for Monday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: Johnson did not play against the Lakers on Saturday, which prompted Mouhamed Gueye to move into the starting lineup. Gueye was outstanding against the Lakers and may have earned himself a few more rotation minutes once Johnson returns. If Jalen cannot play on Monday, Gueye will remain with the starters. |
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Nickeil Alexander-Walker NAW (back) questionable Monday vs. Clippers
Sun, Nov 9, 2025, 2:08 PM
Kevin Chouinard
Nickeil Alexander-Walker (back) is questionable for Monday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: Alexander-Walker did not play in Saturday's win over the Lakers, opening up a spot within the Hawks' starting lineup. Keaton Wallace filled the void and will do so again if NAW is unavailable for Atlanta's first game of its road trip. |
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