Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela and forward Danilo Gallinari have entered the league's health and safety protocols. Both players will join Trae Young on the sideline and leave the Hawks shorthanded going forward. The absence of Capela should mean more minutes for Onyeka Okongwu and Gorgui Dieng. Both could be possible streaming options, assuming Capela misses time. It's also worth noting that the Hawks called up Jalen Johnson from the G-League. He could see more minutes, assuming Gallinari sits out. Although, it's uncertain if Johnson would play enough to warrant rostering in most formats.

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (illness) will be available for Friday's game against the Denver Nuggets. He is dealing with a non-COVID related illness, but will give this one a go. Fantasy managers in season long formats can feel comfortable moving Capela back into their lineups. It's worth noting that Onyeka Okongwu (shoulder) will be making his season debut on Friday. The Hawks will almost certainly have him limited during his first few games back. Fantasy managers shouldn't be worried about him taking away from Capela right now. However, Okongwu should get significant minutes in the rotation once he's back to full speed.

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (illness) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Denver Nuggets. He is dealing with a non-COVID related illness, so fantasy managers don't need to worry. Onyeka Okongwu (shoulder) is listed probable and could make his first appearance of the season on Friday. Although, it's unlikely that he'd jump right into the starting five. Instead, Gorgui Dieng could end up starting and have some DFS value for Friday's slate. Also, Danilo Gallinari could see increased playing time, assuming Capela sits out.

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela enjoyed a third consecutive game with 16 rebounds on Monday and completed a double-double with 12 points in a 132-126 loss to the Rockets. He finished with 5-for-8 shooting from the field and capped off his line with one assist, one steal, two blocks and one turnover. Capela has registered back-to-back double-doubles after opening the month with a four-game double-double drought. It's safe to say that he's back to his best, and a wonderful matchup now awaits Capela. The Hawks head to Orlando to take on a Magic team that has allowed centers to shoot nearly 55 percent from the field. They are also giving up the seventh-most rebounds in the league to the position.

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela produced his first game of the season with 20-plus rebounds on Saturday, going for 21 boards in a 99-90 loss to the Knicks. He scored 16 points on 8-for-14 shooting to get his ninth double-double in 10 games. Capela finished his work with one assist, one steal and three blocks in 35 minutes. The Swiss center also had a big double-double on Friday against Memphis, so he's started to heat up. However, Capela will face some ugly matchups now against Indiana and Philadelphia, which will make it difficult for him to keep up his current form.

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela recorded his fourth straight double-double with a season-high 23 points and 17 rebounds during a 132-100 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday. The Swiss center went 11-for-14 from the field and 1-for-4 from the line. The 27-year-old also added two assists, three blocks, and a steal across 29 minutes. Capela now has 14 double-doubles on the season and has posted 12 or more rebounds in nine straight games. Capela has a tough matchup against Mitchell Robinson and the New York Knicks on Saturday.

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela put on a defensive masterpiece by logging three blocks and five steals during a 124-106 over the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday. The Swiss center also logged his 13th double-double of the season with 11 points and 13 boards across 32 minutes. The 27-year-old shot 5-for-10 from the field and 1-for-2 from the line. Capela has had a slow start to the season, as his 11.3 points, 12.0 rebounds, 1.3 blocks, and 57.9% from the field all represent dips from last year's performance. Part of Capela's struggles can be attributed to a nagging Achilles issue that he played through last year and required a PRP injection before this season. Provided he stays on the court, Capela holds strong value, especially in leagues that reward double-doubles.

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela logged his 11th double-double of the season with a team-high 20 points and 15 rebounds during a 115-105 victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday. The 27-year-old went 10-for-11 from the field across only 24 minutes due to foul trouble. Capela also added an assist and two blocks during the abbreviated, yet effective performance. Capela has shaken off his slow start in October with 25.7 minutes, 8.8 points, and 10.5 rebounds per game to an improved 31.1 minutes, 12.8 points, and 12.5 rebounds in November.

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela posted his best performance of the season during Atlanta's 129-111 victory over the Orlando Magic on Monday. The 27-year-old logged his fourth double-double in as many games with a season-high 20 points and 16 rebounds. Capela went 8-for-9 from the field and 4-for-6 from the free-throw line while chipping in with three assists, two blocks, and three steals across 34 minutes. The performance was especially encouraging as it was the second game of a back-to-back and has been rounding into form after a sore Achilles. Health permitting, Capela is a 20-20 threat every night that will give you elite FG% and blocks.

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela posted his ninth double-double of the season on Sunday, notching 12 points and 13 rebounds in a big win over Milwaukee. He shot 6-for-10 from the floor and added a couple of assists and steals to his line with three turnovers in 32 minutes. Capela will take a three-game double-double streak into next week. It starts with a matchup against the Magic, which puts Capela in a great spot to have a big performance. Orlando is allowing the seventh-most points in the league to opposing centers this season with 18.3 rebounds per 48 minutes, which is the fourth-highest mark among all teams.

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela stretched his double-double streak to four games in Thursday's loss to Utah, bagging 13 points on 4-for-8 shooting from the field and notching 10 rebounds. He went 5-for-6 at the charity stripe and added two assists and one steal to his line in 36 minutes. This is the most Capela has played this season, and the Hawks have started to ramp up his minutes as he's coming back from an Achilles injury. Capela finds himself in a good spot to perform next against the Suns, who allow opposing centers to shoot over 52 percent against them while giving up 16.3 rebounds per 48 minutes to the position.

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela helped the team defeat the Washington Wizards 118-111 on Monday. He scored 16 points and racked up a game-high 12 rebounds. He shot 7-for-9 from the field and also added two blocks, one steal and one assist. The 27-year-old veteran is off to a bit of a slow start to the year, especially when compared to his fantastic season last year. Through seven games this year, he's averaging 9.9 points and 10.7 rebounds per game. Last year, he scored 15.2 points per game while leading the league with 14.3 rebounds per game.

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela needed only 21 minutes of action to record a nice 12-point, 13-rebound double-double in Thursday's 113-87 win over Dallas. He also had a pair of blocks, while committing one turnover and shooting a perfect 6-or-6 from the field. Capela is coming back from an Achilles injury and his minutes are getting monitored. The drop in playing time seems to have made him even hungrier to perform well, as he even had a double-double in just 12 minutes last week in one of the preseason games. Dating back to last season, Capela had failed to reach double-double numbers just three times in his past 24 outings.

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (Achilles) will be starting Thursday night's game against the Mavericks but will be on a minutes restriction. Capela has been dealing with a sore left Achilles, so it makes sense for the team to play it safe. Capela is talented enough to make an impact in redraft formats on limited minutes, but this news might make DFS investors want to rethink starting him for Wednesday's slate. On the other hand, forward John Collins could have some added DFS appeal, as he could end up seeing some minutes at center in what should be a fast-paced game against Dallas.

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (Achilles) is currently dealing with left Achilles soreness. He isn't expected to play in any of the team's preseason games and he may miss the start of the regular season as well. He hasn't been participating in any live work lately, but he is slated to begin live work on Monday. Capela was phenomenal last season. He led the league in rebounds per game (14.3) while also averaging 15.2 points per game and a career-high 2.0 blocks per game. Fellow big man Onyeka Okongwu (shoulder) is working his way back from shoulder surgery, so the Hawks are certainly short-handed up front right now. Gorgui Dieng should continue to hold down the center position for the team this preseason.

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (Achilles) won't play on Monday evening against the Heat. The 27-year-old is in danger of missing the start of the regular season as he continues to work his way back from a chronic Achilles issue. A week ago, he received a platelet-rich plasma injection. Still, the team will remain cautious with the big man moving ahead, which is sensible considering his statistical contributions over the years. Onyeka Okongwu (shoulder), who will be entering his second year in the league, is also anticipated to be out until December. As a result, the Hawks will have a massive void underneath the basket for the preseason opener, which will be filled partly by Gorgui Dieng, who will start against Miami.

Houston Rockets center Clint Capela (Achilles) had a platelet-rich plasma injection in his Achilles and will be limited to begin training camp. He played through an Achilles injury last season, so the team wants to be cautious. Onyeka Okongwu (shoulder) is out until at least December, so the Hawks could be without two of their big men to begin the season. Gorgui Dieng could be a sneaky option, assuming Capela is limited or unable to play in October. John Collins could be asked to play more center, too, as the Hawks aren't afraid to use him there. Fantasy managers should monitor Capela's status over the next few weeks.

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Bucks general manager Jon Horst says Giannis Antetokounmpo doesn't need any type of offseason procedure for the left knee that the two-time MVP hyperextended during the team’s NBA title run. “He’s fine,” Horst said Friday. “I can’t explain it, but he’s fine.” Antetokounmpo hurt his knee in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference finals when he landed awkwardly after attempting to block a dunk attempt by Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela. Antetokounmpo later said he worried that he’d be out for a year. He sat out the last two games of the Eastern Conference finals – the Bucks won both contests to take the series 4-2 – but returned for the next series and ended up earning NBA Finals MVP honors. Antetokounmpo averaged an astounding 35.2 points, 13.2 rebounds and 5 assists to help the Bucks beat the Phoenix Suns 4-2 and earn their first championship in 50 years. “I think when you start thinking about your knee or thinking about your toe or pinky or whatever the case might... [More]

ATLANTA (AP) — Atlanta Hawks general manager Travis Schlenk moved quickly to lock down Nate McMillan as the full-time coach, reaching an agreement to remove the interim tag only two days after team's season ended. The deal comes after McMillan, in his interim role, led the team to an improbable run to the Eastern Conference finals. Schlenk said Monday that “an agreement in place in principal” was reached earlier in the day with McMillan. “We’re just drawing up the contract,” Schlenk said. The team is expected to officially announce the deal on Tuesday. Details were not immediately available. McMillan, 56, was named interim coach after Lloyd Pierce was fired when the team had a 14-20 record. The Hawks enjoyed an immediate turnaround under McMillan. They played better late in games, protecting leads while posting a 27-11 mark that gave them the No. 5 seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs. It was Atlanta's first playoff berth since 2017. The Hawks were underdogs in beating the New York Knicks... [More]

ATLANTA (AP) — As the final seconds ticked off on a season that lasted far longer than anyone expected, the crowd rose to its feet to salute the home team. The Atlanta Hawks sure earned the cheers. Making an improbable turnaround from what looked like another lost year, the Hawks earned a spot in the playoffs for the first time since 2017, knocked off the top-seeded team in the East, and made it all the way to the conference finals. The Cinderella run finally ended Saturday night with a 118-107 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, who won the series 4-2 and advanced to the NBA Finals to take on the Phoenix Suns. But the disappointing finish did nothing to dampen the enthusiasm of a long-downtrodden franchise that seems poised for more long-term success than at any time since moving to Atlanta in 1968. “This is the beginning,” Trae Young said. “We have the city excited and we want to keep it like that.” The Hawks will likely bring back largely the same cast next season, though they do have two major... [More]