CLINT CAPELA NEWS

Grabs team-high 11 boards Capela ended Saturday's 128-108 loss to the Nuggets with 12 points (5-10 FG, 2-3 FT) and 11 rebounds across 26 minutes.

Impact Capela got off to a strong start on the offensive end, knocking down all three of his field goal attempts in the first quarter for six points. He went just 2-of-7 from the second quarter on, however, while adding eight rebounds over that stretch. The Hawks' center grabbed a team-high 11 boards in the contest to notch his 22nd double-double of the season and he's now grabbed double-digit rebounds in eight straight.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Denver plays Atlanta in non-conference action

Denver and Atlanta meet in non-conference action

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nabs fourth straight double-double Capela finished with 10 points (4-11 FG, 2-2 FT), 15 rebounds and three assists in Monday's 129-125 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Impact Though Capela came away with his fourth double-double in a row, the 4-for-11 showing from the field was disappointing for a player who has been converting at a 64.3 percent clip for the season. The inefficient showing can thus be viewed as an outlier for Capela, whose fantasy value appears to be on the upswing now that he's begun to wrangle a larger share of the center minutes away from backup Onyeka Okongwu. In the last three contests in which both big men have been available, Capela is averaging 28.3 minutes to Okongwu's 19.7.

JANUARY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hawks' Clint Capela feeling 'full strength' following return to rotation Hawks center Clint Capela has been an integral part of the team’s defense this season. So with his return to the rotation, the Hawks have gr...

JANUARY 27, 2023 • AJC.COM

Perfect from field Capela finished with 18 points (8-8 FG, 2-6 FT), 10 rebounds, one block and one steal over 28 minutes during Wednesday's 137-132 win over the Thunder.

Impact Capela struggled from the charity stripe, but other than that, this was an excellent game for him since he was perfect from the field, active on the glass and helpful defensively. The big man has posted back-to-back double-doubles and has scored in double digits in five of his six games since returning to the hardwood, so he didn't miss a step despite being sidelined for 10 straight games between late December and mid-January.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Big minutes in loss Capela contributed 16 points (7-12 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 12 rebounds, one assist, two blocks and two steals over 36 minutes during Monday's 111-100 loss to the Bulls.

Impact The 36 minutes were a season-high total for Capela, who had been limited to between 20 and 24 minutes in his first four games since returning from a calf injury earlier this month. The fact that top backup Onyeka Okongwu (hamstring) was sidelined certainly played a role in Capela receiving elevated playing time, though the Hawks' willingness to hand the veteran center big minutes at least bodes well for his outlook. While another injury could be just around the corner for Capela, managers should feel comfortable rolling him out with the hope that he can return to his early-season form.

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Up to 24 minutes in loss Capela chipped in 12 points (5-5 FG, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds, one block and two steals in 24 minutes during Saturday's 122-118 loss to the Hornets.

Impact Capela remained in the starting lineup Saturday, flirting with a double-double in just 24 minutes. The Hawks continue to ease him back into things, although his playing time appears to be slowly trending in the right direction. In just 21.7 minutes per game over the past week, he has put up top-65 value. As his minutes increase so should his value, meaning managers should be relatively comfortable with the decision to hold through his recent injury.

JANUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rozier caps 19-point rally, Hornets end Hawks' 5-game streak

Terry Rozier hit three throws with 1.1 seconds remaining, and the undermanned Charlotte Hornets overcame a 19-point third-quarter deficit to end the Atlanta Hawks’ five-game winnin...

JANUARY 22, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mediocre performance in start Capela posted seven points (3-6 FG, 1-1 FT), nine rebounds and one assist in 20 minutes during Friday's 139-124 win over the Knicks.

Impact Capela was back in the starting five Friday night but still logged only 20 minutes, with Onyeka Okongwu getting more playing time again. Other than a strong rebounding night, the veteran center didn't contribute much while on the floor. His playing time decreased slightly from the previous two outings, and Okongwu is still playing quite well so it will be interesting to see what transpires in the next few games with the minutes distribution.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Friday Capela will start for the first time since returning from a 10-game absence, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Capela has been on a minutes limit that has been getting lighter each contest, logging 21 minutes and 23 minutes in his first two appearances before receiving the starting nod Friday. His presence in the first unit knocks Onyeka Okongwu to the bench, but Okongwu will presumably still see significant run considering Capela is expected to play around 25 minutes.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Minutes limit to increase each game Capela's minutes limit is expected to increase each game, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Capela has played two games since returning from a 10-game absence. The center saw 21 minutes in his first game back and 23 minutes in the following contest. Fantasy managers should expect him to creep further into the mid-20s Friday against the Knicks.

JANUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains on minutes restriction Head coach Nate McMillan indicated Capela's minutes will be restricted again Wednesday versus the Mavericks, Lauren L. Williams of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact McMillan didn't offer an exact count to Capela's restricted minutes, but the big man saw 21 minutes off the bench in his first game back from a right calf strain. Capela's return shaved minutes primarily from Onyeka Okongwu and Jalen Johnson, who didn't take the floor Monday.

JANUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eased in with bench role in return Capela (calf) supplied 12 points (6-7 FG, 0-1 FT), six rebounds and three blocks in 21 minutes off the bench during Monday's 121-113 win over Miami.

Impact Seeing his first action since Dec. 23 after recovering from a calf injury, Capela wasn't immediately inserted back into the starting five but still saw a reasonable workload on the second unit. The veteran big could need another game or two to get his legs back before bumping Onyeka Okongwu aside, but it may not be long before Capela is back in the form that saw him reel off eight straight double-doubles in late November and early December.

JANUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will come off bench in return Capela (calf) is available but won't start Monday's game against the Heat, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.

Impact Capela will be available for the first time since Dec. 23, but due to his lengthy absence with a calf injury, the big man will come off the bench and operate under a minutes limit. Onyeka Okongwu will draw his 11th straight start at center. The USC product is averaging 10.4 points, 9.9 rebounds and 2.3 blocks as a starter this season (15 games).

JANUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available Monday Capela (calf) is available for Monday's matchup against Miami, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact As expected, Capela will be available and presumably return to the Hawks' starting lineup for the first time since Dec. 23. Given the big man's lengthy absence with a calf injury, he'll operate under a minutes limit, per Chris Haynes of Turner Sports. Capela's return will likely send Onyeka Okongwu, who's drawn 10 straight starts and averaged a double-double during that stretch, to the bench.

JANUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Intends to play Monday Capela (calf) is officially listed as questionable but intends to play Monday against the Heat, Chris Haynes of Turner Sports reports.

Impact Capela hasn't played since Dec. 23 due to a right calf strain and has made only two appearances since Dec. 11, so if he does suit up Monday, expect the veteran center to have a minutes restriction. Capela's expected return will likely mean less minutes for Onyeka Okongwu, who's drawn 10 straight starts and has averaged 11.5 points, 10.6 rebounds and 2.2 blocks during that stretch.

JANUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to questionable Capela (calf) will be upgraded to questionable for Monday's game against the Heat, Lauren L. Williams of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact Hawks head coach Nate McMillan said earlier this week that Capela, who's dealing with a calf injury, didn't have a return timeline, suggesting the big man would remain sidelined for a few more games. However, it appears Capela is making better progress than expected and could return from a 10-game absence Monday. Regardless, he's made only two appearances since Dec. 11, so expect Capela to have a minutes restriction whenever he is cleared for game action.

JANUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Toronto takes home win streak into matchup with Atlanta

Toronto will try to keep its three-game home win streak alive when the Raptors play Atlanta

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Without return timeline Capela (calf) doesn't have a return timeline, Lauren L. Williams of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact Capela has missed nine straight games due to a right calf strain and will likely miss at least a few more. Per Williams, the starting center is improving each day, but he's still not close to game action. Onyeka Okongwu figures to remain in the starting lineup until Capela can play again.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Indiana Capela (calf) is out for Friday's game versus the Pacers.

Impact Capela will miss his ninth straight game due to a right calf strain. Onyeka Okongwu should remain in the starting lineup in his place. Capela's next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Toronto, but he remains without a definitive return timetable.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Holiday, Lopez help Bucks hold off Hawks, 114-105

Jrue Holiday scored 27 points, Brook Lopez had 20 points and 12 rebounds and the Milwaukee Bucks held off the Atlanta Hawks 114-105 on Wednesday night

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Hawks sign 12-year veteran Derrick Favors to 10-day contract

The Hawks have signed Atlanta native Derrick Favors to a 10-day contract, hoping he can provide a boost at center while Clint Capela deals with a calf injury

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out vs. Bucks Capela (calf) is out for Wednesday's matchup against the Bucks, Lauren L. Williams of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact The Hawks continue to take Capela's status on a game-to-game basis, and Wednesday's absence will mark his eighth in a row. Onyeka Okongwu should continue starting in his place.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Sunday Capela (calf) is out Sunday against the Clippers, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact The center will be out for a seventh straight game Sunday. Onyeka Okongwu will presumably continue to start.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Capela (calf) is listed as out for Friday's contest against the Lakers, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.

Impact Capela will miss his sixth consecutive game due to his right calf strain. Onyeka Okongwu will continue to start at center while the veteran recovers from his injury. Capela's next chance to play is Sunday against the Clippers.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE