WESLEY MATTHEWS NEWS

Logs 10 minutes in elimination game Matthews (hamstring) tallied zero points (0-2 FG, 0-2 3Pt) and one assist in 10 minutes Wednesday in the Hawks' 131-116 loss to the Bulls in the Eastern Conference Play-In Tourname...

Impact Matthews missed the Hawks' final three games of the regular season with hamstring tightness, but he was able to make it back for what ended up being the team's lone postseason contest. The 37-year-old was an irregular member of the Atlanta rotation in 2023-24, appearing in 36 regular-season contests (three starts) while averaging 3.1 points, 1.5 rebounds, 0.7 three-pointers and 0.6 assists in 11.5 minutes while shooting 35.1 percent from the field. Matthews is scheduled for free agency this summer and could be headed for retirement.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go against Chicago Matthews (hamstring) isn't on the injury report for Wednesday's Play-In game against the Bulls, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Matthews missed the final three games of the regular season due to right hamstring soreness but will be available to play Wednesday. The veteran forward is averaging 3.2 points, 1.4 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 11.8 minutes across his last five appearances.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Pacers Matthews (hamstring) won't play against the Pacers on Sunday, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Matthews is a fringe rotation player for the Hawks, so his absence won't have many fantasy implications.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Minnesota Matthews (hamstring) is out for Friday's game against the Timberwolves, Lauren L. Williams of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact Matthews will miss a second straight game, but his absence won't affect many fantasy lineups since he's not a big part of the rotation. In fact, he's averaged just 12.8 minutes per game off the bench over his last 10 appearances.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Matthews (hamstring) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Hornets, Lauren L. Williams of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact Matthews is not a large enough part of the rotation for his playing status to impact fantasy hoops. His next chance to play will come Friday in Minnesota.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy due to hamstring Matthews is questionable for Wednesday against Charlotte with right hamstring soreness, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.

Impact Matthews' injury appears to be a mild concern, but the Hawks could exercise caution with him for the second leg of a back-to-back set. He played five minutes in Tuesday's 117-111 loss to the Heat in double overtime, finishing with two points (2-2 FT), one assist and one steal.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Plays just four minutes vs. Dallas Matthews produced zero points (0-2 FG, 0-2 3Pt) over four minutes during Thursday's 109-95 loss to the Mavericks.

Impact Matthews saw extended playing time in March with Jalen Johnson out with an ankle injury, but those minutes have disappeared ever since the latter returned. Matthews has now played less than 10 minutes in each of his last two games and figures to remain as a fringe role player heading into the postseason.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Thursday Matthews (illness) is available for Thursday's game against the Suns, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Matthews was carrying a questionable tag prior to this update. He's expected to play a limited role in the rotation Thursday.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Thursday Matthews is questionable for Thursday's game in Phoenix due to an illness, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Matthews is feeling a bit under the weather, but we'll have a better idea on his status based on his activity level at Thursday's shootaround. If he's not able to give it a go, Garrison Mathews could pick up some extra minutes.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Draws starting nod Matthews will enter the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Matthews will make his first start since December on Wednesday, benefitting from the Hawks' plethora of injuries. Although he'll be in the starting lineup, Matthews shouldn't be expected to see 30 minutes.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Makes first appearance since Feb. 5 Matthews logged five points (2-2 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 0-1 FT), five rebounds and two blocks across 14 minutes Thursday in the Hawks' 124-97 loss to the Raptors.

Impact Matthews had missed the Hawks' final four games before the All-Star break due to an illness, but he was cleared to resume playing when Atlanta kicked off its second-half schedule last week. However, Matthews hadn't been included in head coach Quin Snyder's rotation for the first three games out of the All-Star break before he got some run Thursday. It's unclear if Snyder plans on keeping Matthews in the rotation moving forward, but even if he does, the 37-year-old likely won't see his playing time dramatically increase from the 14 minutes he received versus Toronto.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Not on injury report Matthews (illness) isn't on the injury report for Friday's game against Toronto, Lauren L. Williams of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact Matthews was unavailable for the Hawks' final four games ahead of the All-Star break, but he'll be able to suit up when the team resumes play Friday. However, he's unlikely to be a significant part of the rotation.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Still battling illness Matthews has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Hornets due to an illness.

Impact Matthews will miss his fourth consecutive contest due to his ongoing ailment. His next chance to take the court will come after the All-Star break versus Toronto on Feb. 23.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Matthews (illness) won't play in Monday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Matthews is set to miss a third consecutive game due to a non-COVID illness. His absence doesn't figure to impact the rotation.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Matthews (illness) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Houston, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.

Impact Matthews is set to miss his 18th game -- out of a possible 21 -- since the beginning of January, though if he were available, he wouldn't have carried a lot of fantasy appeal as a spot-up shooter who rarely sees the floor. His next chance to feature will come against the Bulls on Monday.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Saturday Matthews (illness) is questionable for Saturday's game versus the Rockets, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Matthews is in danger of missing his second straight game Saturday due to a non-COVID illness. However, the veteran guard's potential absence shouldn't impact Atlanta's rotation.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Matthews (illness) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Philadelphia.

Impact Matthews was a late addition to Friday's injury report, and he'll be forced to miss at least one game due to his non-COVID illness. Whether he'll be available Saturday against Houston remains to be seen.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Late addition to injury report Matthews is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the 76ers due to an illness, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact An illness appears to be going around Atlanta's locker room, as Patty Mills and Tyrese Maxey are also deemed questionable with illnesses. However, Matthews' potential absence is unlikely to affect the Hawks' rotation.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report Matthews (calf) isn't listed on Atlanta's injury report ahead of Monday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Matthews sat out Saturday's overtime win over Golden State, which was the second night of a back-to-back set, but he'll return to action Monday. He could see an increased role if Saddiq Bey (ankle) and De'Andre Hunter (rest) are downgraded to out.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Matthews will not play in Saturday's game versus the Warriors due to right calf management, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Saturday is the second half of a back-to-back set for the Hawks, and the team will ultimately opt to err on the side of caution with the veteran wing. With Matthews out, as well as Saddiq Bey (ankle), Garrison Matthews and Bogdan Bogdanovic could see increased minutes.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Starts second half of Friday's win Matthews recorded six points (2-6 FG, 2-5 3Pt) and one rebound across 13 minutes in Friday's 129-120 win over the Suns.

Impact Last Friday, Matthews was cleared for action following a nine-game absence due to a strained right calf, but he went unused over the Hawks' ensuing three contests before cracking the rotation against the Suns. Matthews and Patty Mills both handled minor roles off the bench in the win, while Garrison Mathews was out of the rotation entirely and while De'Andre Hunter (knee) rested for the front end of a back-to-back set. Hunter should be back in action for Saturday's game against the Warriors, but with forward Saddiq Bey exiting Friday's win early with a sprained ankle, the Hawks could have room in the rotation for both Matthews and Mills versus Golden State. Matthews ended up starting the second half in place of Bey on Friday, but Hunter would presumably draw the start Saturday if Bey can't play.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go against Dallas Matthews (calf) is available for Friday's game versus the Mavericks, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.

Impact Matthews will return to action Friday after missing the previous nine games with a strained right calf. The veteran guard is averaging 0.6 points and 1.2 rebounds in 8.8 minutes across his last five appearances.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Friday Matthews (calf) is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Mavericks, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Matthews is in danger of missing his 10th straight game Friday due to a right calf strain. However, his upgraded injury status is a good sign the veteran guard is nearing a return to action.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Wednesday Matthews (calf) will not play in Wednesday's game against the Warriors.

Impact This will be the ninth straight game on the shelf for Matthews, and the veteran remains without a timetable for a return.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Monday Matthews (calf) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Kings, Lauren L. Williams of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact Matthews doesn't yet have a timetable to return, and he'll be unavailable for an eighth consecutive matchup Monday. His next chance to suit up will be Wednesday against the Warriors.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE