ATLANTA HAWKS NEWS

Lou Williams - Will play Thursday Williams (hip) will be available Thursday against Chicago, KL Chouinard of Hawks.com reports.

Impact As expected, Williams will return to the rotation after missing the previous two games. At this point in his career, the veteran has taken on a lesser role, averaging just 14.6 minutes per contest off the bench -- his fewest in any season since 2006-07.

MARCH 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sharife Cooper - Called up by Atlanta The Hawks recalled Cooper from the G League's College Park Skyhawks on Thursday.

Impact Atlanta is likely bringing the two-way player back in advance of Thursday's game against the Bulls as an insurance option out of the backcourt in the event Trae Young (ankle) -- who is listed as a game-time decision -- doesn't play. The Hawks are still likely to turn to Delon Wright as the starting point guard if Young sits, so Cooper will probably be in store for nothing more than a limited role as Wright's backup in that scenario.

MARCH 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Trae Young - Shaping up as game-time call Young (ankle) didn't participate in the Hawks' morning shootaround and is viewed as a game-time decision ahead of Thursday's tilt with the Bulls, Sarah K. Spencer of The Atlanta Jo...

Impact Young sustained an ankle injury during Tuesday's loss to Boston and is officially questionable for Thursday's matchup. Rather than participating in shootaround, Young received treatment for the ankle Thursday morning, so the Hawks will presumably see how he progresses in the hours leading up to the 7 p.m. ET tipoff before deciding on his status. If Young is unable to suit up, Delon Wright would likely pick up the start at point guard.

MARCH 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

John Collins - Officially ruled out Collins (foot) is out Thursday against the Bulls, Sarah K. Spencer of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact Collins was doubtful ahead of Thursday's matchup, and he'll officially be held out once again. Danilo Gallinari should continue to handle a starting role.

MARCH 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 2, 2022 • NBA.COM

Trae Young - Listed questionable Thursday Young (ankle) is considered questionable for Thursday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Young tweaked his ankle during Tuesday night's loss to Boston, but he was able to gut it out and play through the injury en route to a 31-point night. He's likely dealing with a decent amount of discomfort, so the Hawks will see how he feels Thursday before updating his status. In the event Young is held out, Bogdan Bogdanovic would be in line for an increased role, while Delon Wright would likely get the starting nod at point guard.

MARCH 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lou Williams - Likely returning Thursday Williams (hip) is probable for Thursday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Williams has missed the past two games. His return likely won't have much of a fantasy impact, as the last time he scored in double digits was Jan. 26, and he saw only 14.2 minutes per game last month.

MARCH 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

John Collins - Doubtful Thursday Collins (foot) is doubtful for Thursday's matchup against the Bulls.

Impact Collins last played Feb. 11. It's somewhat encouraging that he's being listed as "doubtful" rather than "out," but it still remains unclear when he'll return. Danilo Gallinari should continue starting in the meantime.

MARCH 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Onyeka Okongwu - In concussion protocol Okongwu was placed in concussion protocol Wednesday and is out for Thursday's game against the Bulls, Sarah K. Spencer of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact Okongwu could certainly be looking at a multigame absence, especially with the Hawks playing again Friday against the Wizards. He's been providing nice minutes at backup center, with averages of 7.6 points, 4.3 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.2 blocks in 18.7 minutes last month. In his absence, Gorgui Dieng figures to see more run.

MARCH 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hawks waste 17-point lead in road loss to Celtics BOSTON – With a disastrous second half, the Hawks (29-32) squandered a 17-point lead in a 107-98 loss to the Celtics (37-27) at TD Garden Tu...

MARCH 2, 2022 • AJC.COM

De'Andre Hunter - Fails to score from field Hunter supplied four points (0-8 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds, one assist and two steals over 37 minutes during Tuesday's 107-98 loss to Boston.

Impact Hunter failed to score from the field for the second time in three games, and he's shooting 4-for-23 during this stretch. In February, he posted shooting splits of just 39/31/80, so Tuesday's performance is a continuation of a troubling downward trend for the young wing.

MARCH 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bogdan Bogdanovic - One of few bright spots in loss Bogdanovic supplied 25 points (10-16 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one steal in 37 minutes during Tuesday's 107-98 loss to the Celtics.

Impact Trae Young (31 points) and Danilo Gallinari (12) were the only other two Hawks players to reach double-digit scoring, so Bogdanovic was certainly carrying the second unit. Tuesday's effort marked his eighth straight game with at least 10 points, and he's shooting over 50 percent from the field during this stretch. Bogdanovic should remain in this super-sixth-man role going forward.

MARCH 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Trae Young - Shakes off ankle injury, scores 31 Young closed Tuesday's 107-98 loss to Boston with 31 points (12-25 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 5-6 FT), two rebounds and six assists across 37 minutes.

Impact Young briefly exited Tuesday's game after tweaking his ankle due to Marcus Smart stepping under Young's landing space on a jumpshot. The injury didn't seem to affect Young, as he finished with 31 points on efficient shooting. The point guard closed February with averages of 28.2 points, 9.7 assists and 3.0 rebounds in 34.4 minutes, so Tuesday's performance was nothing out of the ordinary.

MARCH 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tatum scores 33 to help Celtics push past Hawks 107-98

Jayson Tatum had 33 points, eight rebounds and seven assists to help the Boston Celtics rally in the second half and beat the Atlanta Hawks 107-98

MARCH 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Okongwu departs Hawks-Celtics for concussion evaluation BOSTON – Atlanta backup center Onyeka Okongwu has been ruled out for the second half of Hawks-Celtics as he is being evaluated for a concuss...

MARCH 2, 2022 • AJC.COM

Onyeka Okongwu - Exits due to concussion evaluation Okongwu exited Tuesday's game against the Celtics due to concussion evaluation. He finished with five points (2-2 FG, 1-1 FT) in seven minutes.

Impact Concussions have varying recovery times, so fantasy managers have reason to be concerned that this could be a multi-game absence for the center. For whatever length of time Okongwu sits out, more minutes will presumably go to Gorgui Dieng, and Clint Capela may see more minutes himself.

MARCH 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

John Collins - Out as expected Collins (foot) is out for Tuesday's game against the Celtics, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

Impact Collins was initially doubtful after getting in a light workout Monday, so his absence Tuesday isn't surprising. It seems like he's making good progress, but it's possible he still misses a few more games since he hasn't done anything too intensive yet.

MARCH 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

With Blackhawks now firmly Kyle Davidson's team, rebuild will begin in earnest “We’re going to look at more of a rebuild here,” Davidson said Tuesday in his introduction as the Hawks’ permanent general manager. “There a...

MARCH 1, 2022 • SUNTIMES.COM

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MARCH 1, 2022

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MARCH 1, 2022 • DEADSPIN.COM

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MARCH 1, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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MARCH 1, 2022 • FANDUEL.COM

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MARCH 1, 2022 • FANDUEL.COM

Hawks to Host 'Faith & Family Night' on Friday, March 11 Highlighted by Performances from Gospel Artist Jekalyn Carr ' Atlanta Hawks ATLANTA – The Atlanta Hawks today announced that they will host its Faith & Family Night during the team’s game against the Los Angeles Clip...

MARCH 1, 2022 • NBA.COM