Wesley Matthews News, Rumors, Updates - Atlanta Hawks

Barely sees action in win Matthews contributed two points (0-1 FG, 2-2 FT), one rebound and two steals in four minutes during Friday's 119-108 victory over New York.

Impact Matthews logged a few garbage time minutes in the win, highlighting just how insignificant his role has become. Even when starting, Matthews has been unable to come close to being a 12-team asset in recent times. The fact he is now being used as a depth piece only should put an end to any hopes of him fighting for a roster spot in standard leagues.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Film Study: How Brook Lopez and Wesley Matthews helped the Bucks stop Joel Embiid and the Sixers The Bucks center frustrated the Sixers' MVP candidate while Matthews, the veteran guard, was in the right place to be clutch late.

OCTOBER 21, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Hits game-winner Thursday Matthews registered eight points (3-6 FG, 2-4 3Pt), five rebounds, two assists and one block across 20 minutes during Thursday's 90-88 win over the 76ers.

Impact Milwaukee leaned on Matthews in the fourth quarter as he played eight of his 20 minutes and nailed a three-pointer with 24.7 seconds left to give the Bucks an 89-88 lead. It was a great start to the season for the 36-year-old as he has averaged just 5.9 points while making 38.4 percent of his shots over the last three campaigns. He came off the bench in the opener but could get some starts in the early part of the year with Khris Middleton (wrist) and Pat Connaughton (calf) likely out until early November.

OCTOBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play Thursday Matthews said Wednesday that he is good to go for Thursday's season opener against the 76ers, Ben Steele of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

Impact Matthews returned to practice and seems to have recovered from his ankle injury that kept him out during the preseason. His return is a huge boost for Milwaukee as Khris Middleton (wrist) and Pat Connaughton (calf) are still out. Matthews will likely compete with Jordan Nwora for the starting small forward spot or be one of the team's first players off the bench Thursday.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Matthews (ankle) participated in 5-on-5 drills in Monday's practice, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Impact Matthews was held out of all preseason action due to his lingeringing ankle injury, but returned to practice Monday. This is a very encouraging sign for the veteran's regular-season status, as the Bucks take on the 76ers on Thursday. When healthy, Matthews could see slightly increased playing time behind Grayson Allen since Khris Middleton (wrist) and Pat Connaughton (calf) are expected to miss the first few weeks of the regular season.

OCTOBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Status in question for opener Matthews (ankle) is expected back at some point next week, leaving him questionable for Opening Night against the Sixers on Thursday, Jim Owczarski of the Milwaukee Journal Sentine...

Impact Matthews has skipped all of the preseason while tending to his ankle issue, but the veteran guard is at least on the right track to be available early in the season. More information on his status should surface closer to the game.

OCTOBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses practice Saturday Matthews (ankle) is not suited up for Saturday's practice, Jim Owczarski of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

Impact Matthews was unable to make an appearance this preseason due to an ankle injury. Given his inability to practice, his status is murky for the Bucks' regular-season opener Thursday versus the 76ers. With Pat Connaughton (calf) and Khris Middleton (wrist) also injured, Jordan Nwora and Marjon Beauchamp could be in line for enhanced roles.

OCTOBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Wednesday Matthews (ankle) remains out for Wednesday's preseason finale against the Nets, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Impact Matthews couldn't play during the preseason due to an ankle injury, which suggests he may have to miss a few games to start the year. Khris Middleton (wrist) and Pat Connaughton (calf) are also question marks for the season opener, so the Bucks could have some serious depth concerns to open the campaign.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Tuesday Matthews (ankle) will not play in Tuesday's preseason game against the Bulls, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Impact Matthews has yet to play in the preseason due to his ankle injury. The Bucks will have one more preseason game Wednesday against the Nets before the regular season starts. If Matthews does not play Wednesday, his status for the regular season opener on Oct. 20 will be in question.

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Saturday Matthews (ankle) remains sidelined for Saturday's preseason clash with the Hawks, Jamal Collier of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Matthews has been bothered by an ankle issue early in the preseason and will continue to rest up as a result. The veteran still has a couple more chances to get in on preseason action next week before the regular season fires up Oct. 20 versus the 76ers.

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Thursday Matthews (ankle) is out for Thursday's preseason game against Atlanta, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Impact Matthews tweaked his ankle during practice last week and will miss a second consecutive game to begin the preseason. His next chance to suit up during the preseason will be Saturday against the Hawks.

OCTOBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss preseason opener Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer said Matthews (ankle) is out for Saturday's preseason opener versus the Grizzlies, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Impact Matthews tweaked his ankle earlier this week during practice. There is no indication that this injury should keep Matthews out during the regular season, and this is likely just a precaution for the preseason.

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back with Bucks on one-year deal Matthews and the Bucks agreed Thursday to a one-year contract, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Matthews joined the Bucks in December last season and quickly became a meaningful part of the rotation. Notably, he started his final 18 appearances (including playoffs), averaging 6.6 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 27.6 minutes. He shot 39.4 percent from three during those games. His role could be scaled back next season based on who else Milwaukee targets in free agency. Plus, it will be Matthews' age 36 season.

JUNE 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Finds stroke despite loss Matthews ended with 12 points (3-5 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), one block and two steals in 29 minutes during Monday's 116-108 loss to the Celtics.

Impact Matthews hit double-digit scoring for just the second time across nine playoff contests. However, the veteran is connecting on 44.1 percent of his triples in 3.8 attempts per game over that span. Matching Grayson Allen in terms of role, Matthews will look to carry his momentum into Game 5 on Wednesday.

MAY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wesley Matthews Press Conference ' Bucks vs. Celtics Eastern Conference Semifinals ' 5.6.22

MAY 6, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Four steals in win Matthews had eight points (3-6 FG, 2-4 3Pt), one rebound, four assists and four steals in 27 minutes during Wednesday's 116-100 win over the Bulls.

Impact After combining for just four steals over 11 games prior, Matthews was a pick-pocketing fiend Wednesday. Coupled with knocking down multiple threes in four games this series against Chicago, Matthews is doing his part in filling the void of Khris Middleton (knee). Matthews three-point prowess will remain on display until Middleton returns.

APRIL 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wesley Matthews Bucks vs. Bulls Playoffs Game 5 Press Conference ' 4.27.22

APRIL 28, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Milwaukee Bucks guard Wesley Matthews has been a three-point shooting star throughout his long NBA career Former Marquette star Wesley Matthews is looking to win his first NBA championship with the Milwaukee Bucks.

APRIL 16, 2022 • JSONLINE.COM

Milwaukee Bucks' Wesley Matthews discusses repeating as NBA champions Milwaukee Bucks guard Wesley Matthews said one of the keys to repeating as NBA champions this season is adapting.

APRIL 4, 2022 • JSONLINE.COM

Returns to starting lineup Matthews will start Sunday's game against the Mavericks.

Impact Even with the Bucks shorthanded, Matthews operated off the bench during Friday's loss to the Clippers, but the veteran forward will return to the starting lineup with the rest of Milwaukee's regulars back in action. As a starter this season (10 games), Matthews has averaged 8.1 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 28.8 minutes per game.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Friday Matthews isn't starting Friday's game against the Clippers, Mirjam Swanson of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.

Impact Although the Bucks will be playing shorthanded Friday, Matthews will come off the bench against the Clippers. He should still see increased run in spite of his bench role.

APRIL 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Modest performance in start Matthews finished Tuesday's 118-116 win over the 76ers with five points (2-5 FG, 1-2 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist and one steal over 25 minutes.

Impact Matthews drew the start over a healthy Grayson Allen, but the latter outproduced the former in relatively similar playing time. The veteran wing has started three of the past four games and has averaged 4.0 points, 1.5 rebounds and 1.3 assists during that stretch.

MARCH 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting over Allen Matthews will start Tuesday's game against the 76ers, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Impact Matthews will surprisingly get the nod over a healthy Grayson Allen. Matthews has started just eight games this season, with averages of 8.1 points, 3.1 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.0 steals in 28.4 minutes during those nods.

MARCH 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Solid performance in start Matthews recorded 11 points (4-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds and two assists in 24 minutes during Tuesday's 126-98 win over the Bulls.

Impact With Khris Middleton (wrist) sidelined, Matthews made his seventh start of the season. The veteran forward was efficient from the field en route to his first double-digit scoring performance since Jan. 10.

MARCH 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting for injured Middleton Matthews will start Tuesday's game against the Bulls.

Impact With Khris Middleton (wrist) out, Matthews will make his seventh start of the season. In his six previous, he's averaged 9.0 points, 3.7 rebounds, 1.2 steals and 1.0 assists in 29.2 minutes.

MARCH 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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