Kristaps Porzingis

Kristaps Porzingis led the second unit for the Hawks Friday night, scoring 25 points (9-13 FG, 4-7 3PT, 3-4 FT) while also dishing out one assist, grabbing two rebounds, recording one steal, and blocking two shots in a 134-133 loss to the Nuggets.

Fantasy Impact

Porzingis continues a solid stretch on both ends of the floor, finishing with two or more rebounds and 13 or more points in each of his last five games. The 30-year-old continues to offer fantasy managers a steady option with explosive potential as part of a versatile Atlanta lineup, averaging 19.2 points and 5.6 rebounds per game while posting a usage rate of 25.4% so far this season.

Kristaps Porzingis is available for Friday's game against the Nuggets.

Fantasy Impact

Porzingis is set to return from a four-game absence. Onyeka Okongwu should return to his reserve role as a result.

Despite officially carrying a questionable designation for Friday's contest against the Nuggets, Kristaps Porzingis was active during the team's morning shootaround. Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports that the big man was getting shots up as he attempts to return from a four-game absence due to an illness.

Fantasy Impact

The situation is complicated by Porzingis' offseason diagnosis of postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), a recurring condition known to impact energy levels. Given this context and his recent inactivity, fantasy managers should anticipate significant restrictions if he receives clearance to play. Onyeka Okongwu has been filling the void in the middle and would continue to play a prominent role if Porzingis remains limited or sidelined.

Kristaps Porzingis (conditioning) is questionable for Friday's game against the Denver Nuggets.

Fantasy Impact

Porzingis has recovered from the illness that left him sidelined for the last four games, but he is still uncertain to play on Friday. The team wants to ensure that his conditioning is where it needs to be after he missed some time, and if he is ruled out for this matchup, fantasy managers should expect more work for Zaccharie Risacher and Mouhamed Gueye against the Nuggets.

Kristaps Porzingis has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Clippers.

Fantasy Impact

Porziņģis will miss a fourth consecutive game due to an illness. Onyeka Okongwu should continue to start in his place.