BRUNO FERNANDO NEWS

May debut Monday Fernando isn't listed on the injury report for Monday's matchup against the Hornets.

Impact Fernando and Garrison Mathews were both acquired by Atlanta ahead of the trade deadline but weren't in uniform for Saturday's contest against San Antonio. They were initially left off the injury report before being deemed unavailable, so a similar situation could happen again Monday. However, for now, it appears Fernando will suit up for the first time as a Hawk, but that doesn't mean he'll be part of head coach Nate McMillan's rotation.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't be in uniform Saturday Updating a previous report, Fernando will not suit up for Saturday's game against the Spurs, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.

Impact Fernando wasn't on the Hawks' initial injury report, suggesting he'd be available, but it appears coach Nate McMillan wants the center to get more acclimated with the team before suiting up. Even when he's deemed available, Fernando is a third-string center for Atlanta, so there shouldn't be any fantasy implications.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could debut Saturday Fernando (trade) isn't on the injury report for Saturday's game versus the Spurs.

Impact Fernando is seemingly available Saturday, despite new addition Saddiq Bey (trade) being listed as questionable. However, it is uncertain what Fernando's role will be, as he will likely be behind Clint Capela and Onyeka Okongwu in the center rotation.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rockets trade Garrison Mathews, Bruno Fernando to Atlanta for second-round draft picks By trading Garrison Mathews and Bruno Fernando to Atlanta and taking on larger salary, the #Rockets acquired Oklahoma City’s second-round dr...

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

Hawks add depth, acquire Bey for 5 2nd-round draft picks

Atlanta is attempting to bolster its playoff hopes with two trades that involved the Hawks sending out a combined seven second-round draft picks

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

On move to Atlanta The Rockets traded Fernando and Garrison Mathews to the Hawks on Thursday for Justin Holiday and Frank Kaminsky, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact Fernando has played a steady bench role for the Rockets behind Alperen Sengun, averaging 5.1 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.7 blocks and 1.0 assists over 13.1 minutes per game, but the team elected to move him in a deal where the Hawks are looking to save some money. Fernando's fantasy outlook seems even bleaker in Atlanta, with both Clint Capela and Onyeka Okongwu ahead of him at the center position. His first chance to debut likely surfaces Saturday versus the Spurs.

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores nine off bench Fernando closed Saturday's 153-121 loss to the Thunder with nine points (4-4 FG, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, three assists and one block in 18 minutes.

Impact Fernando went a perfect 4-for-4 from the field, marking his best scoring performance since Dec. 2 against Phoenix. He also continues to show his stuff as a rim protector by swatting away at least one shot in each of his last three matchups. Fernando has logged 10 or more minutes in seven straight games, averaging 4.9 points, 4.3 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.9 blocks during this stretch.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench role Fernando isn't starting Monday's game against the Mavericks, Mark Berman of Fox 26 Houston reports.

Impact Fernando will unsurprisingly slide back into a bench role Monday now that Alperen Sengun (back) has been given the green light. Fernando is averaging 3.0 points and 2.3 rebounds in his last seven matchups as a reserve.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Fernando will join the starting five for Saturday's tilt against the Knicks, Adam Spolane of Sports Radio 610 Houston reports.

Impact Fernando will slide into the starting center role with Alperen Sengun (back) a late scratch for the contest. in three starts this season, Fernando has averaged 6.0 points, 5.3 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 17.8 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from injury report Fernando (illness) is available for Sunday's game against the Bucks, Adam Spolane of Sports Radio 610 Houston reports.

Impact Fernando missed the team's last game due to a non-COVID illness but is off the injury report ahead of Sunday's contest. Fernando has been surpassed by Alperen Sengun on the depth chart but has averaged 7.3 points and 5.0 rebounds across 13.7 minutes per game in his last three appearances.

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out Thursday Fernando (illness) will sit out Thursday's game versus the Spurs.

Impact Fernando had played five consecutive games for the Rockets but will not take the floor Thursday. On a positive note, Fernando's absence isn't related to the knee issue that cost him time earlier in the season, and a non-COVID illness doesn't figure to keep him sidelined long. Alperen Sengun, Usman Garuba and Kenyon Martin are among the candidates to soak up Fernando's minutes.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable versus Spurs Fernando (illness) is questionable to play in Thursday's game against San Antonio.

Impact Fernando didn't participate in Wednesday's practice due to a non-COVID illness. If Fernando isn't able to play Thursday, he'll have an extra day to recover for Sunday's game against the Bucks.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't practice Wednesday Fernando didn't participate in Wednesday's practice session due to an illness, Mark Berman of Fox 26 Houston reports.

Impact Fernando played double-digit minutes in the last three matchups and averaged 7.3 points and 5.0 rebounds in 13.7 minutes per game during that time. It's not yet clear whether his illness will impact his availability for Thursday's game against San Antonio.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores season-high 14 points Fernando notched 14 points (7-8 FG), seven rebounds, one assist and one steal across 14 minutes during Friday's 122-121 victory over the Suns.

Impact Fernando was terrific in limited minutes off the bench Friday, going 2-of-2 from the field for four points in the second quarter before adding another 10 points on 5-of-6 shooting in the fourth, along with five boards. The Rockets forward missed just one shot in the game and finished with a season-high 14 points in just 14 minutes of action. He was the only player off Houston's bench to score in double figures and will look to earn more minutes in the team's next game at Golden State.

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Limited minutes in return Fernando (knee) supplied four points (2-2 FG), two rebounds and one steal in eight minutes during Monday's 129-113 loss to the Nuggets.

Impact Fernando returned from a one-game absence but handled only a light role off the bench. Based on how Fernando has performed when healthy this season, he could get another look in the starting five at some point in the near future. With that said, Fernando's upside will be limited so long as Alperen Sengun is available to pick up the majority of the center minutes, whether as a member of the top unit or the bench.

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report Fernando (knee) will be available for Monday's matchup against the Nuggets.

Impact Fernando missed the vast majority of the season due to a knee injury before making his return Friday and then sitting out the second leg of the back-to-back Saturday. He likely was held out precautionarily and should re-take Alperen Sengun's spot as the starting center.

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Fernando is out for Saturday's game against the Thunder due to left knee injury maintenance.

Impact Fernando made his return from a 15-game absence Friday. While the 24-year-old big man started against the Hawks, Alperen Sengun (groin) will likely rejoin the starting lineup in his absence. The Rockets are likely just holding Fernando out for the second night of a back-to-back, and he should be good to go for Monday's game against the Nuggets.

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Friday Rockets coach Stephen Silas said Fernando (knee) is available for Friday's game against the Hawks, Adam Spolane of Sports Radio 610 Houston reports.

Impact Fernando has missed the last 15 games due to a left knee injury. Fernando started in the first two games of the season but will likely come off the bench behind Alperen Sengun.

NOVEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Friday Fernando (knee) participated fully in practice Tuesday and could return to action Friday versus the Hawks, Adam Spolane of Sports Radio 610 Houston reports.

Impact Fernando did some agility work during practice Saturday and has now progressed to full participation. With the Rockets not playing again until Friday, Fernando has some additional time to get into action. He's expected to work in with Alperen Sengun at center, though Sengun may have secured himself a starting role.

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Fernando (knee) was doing agility work during Saturday's practice but is "still a little ways out from being able to return," Danielle Lerner of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Fernando won't play Sunday against the Warriors. However, with Fernando retaking the practice court, he may return for Friday's matchup with Atlanta.

NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Friday Fernando (knee) is out for Friday's game versus the Pacers, Alykhan Bijani of The Athletic reports.

Impact Fernando has missed all but the first two games of the season due to left knee soreness. After being named a surprise starter, it's unclear what Fernando's role will be when he retakes the court for Houston.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Wednesday Fernando (kneecap) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Dallas.

Impact Fernando hasn't played since Oct. 21, but he's been able to go through full workouts recently and may be able to return to game action soon. His next chance to suit up will come Friday against the Pacers.

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

George and the Clippers take on conference foe Houston

Houston takes on Los Angeles in a matchup of Western Conference teams

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Gearing up for return Rockets coach Stephen Silas said Friday that Fernando (kneecap) went through an intense workout with assistant coach John Lucas and is getting closer to a return, Adam Spolane of S...

Impact Silas didn't give an exact date for Fernando's return, but it seems like three weeks from the original timetable set in late October is the earliest he can come back. Kenyon Martin and Alperen Sengun should continue to see extended minutes until Fernando retakes the court.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Green and the Rockets visit conference foe New Orleans

Houston travels to New Orleans for a Western Conference matchup Saturday

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS