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Mouhamed Gueye - Won't play FridayGueye (back) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Toronto, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.
ImpactGueye has been sidelined since late October due to a stress fracture in his lower back and will be unavailable once again Friday. However, he's slated to be re-evaluated sometime in mid-December, so the Hawks may update his status relatively soon.
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AJ Griffin - Still out FridayGriffin (personal) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Raptors, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.
ImpactGriffin will be unavailable for a second consecutive game while tending to a personal matter. His continued absence shouldn't significantly impact Atlanta's rotation.
DECEMBER 14, 2023•ROTOWIRE
De'Andre Hunter - Questionable for FridayHunter (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against Toronto, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.
ImpactHunter sat out Monday's game against the Nuggets due to right quadriceps soreness, and he was unavailable Wednesday due to a sore right knee. He continues to deal with his knee injury, and it's not yet clear whether he'll be available Friday. If he sits out again, Wesley Matthews will likely remain in the starting lineup.
DECEMBER 14, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Christian Koloko - Still outKoloko (illness) won't play in Friday's game versus Atlanta.
ImpactKoloko has yet to suit up this season while dealing with a respiratory illness. There is no timetable for his return.
DECEMBER 14, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Gradey Dick - Returns to G LeagueThe Raptors assigned Dick to the Raptors 905 of the G League on Thursday, Aaron Rose of SI.com reports.
ImpactDick hasn't been a regular part of the Raptors' rotation. The rookie guard should continue to see increased playing time while with the team's G League affiliate.
DECEMBER 14, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Chris Boucher - Blocks two shots off benchBoucher finished Wednesday's 135-128 victory over the Hawks with two points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and two blocks across 10 minutes.
ImpactBoucher played through a recent quad injury, blocking two shots in 10 minutes. Unfortunately, that's where the good news ends. He added just two points to his boxscore, continuing his disappointing season. Despite a somewhat fantasy-friendly game, Boucher's days of being a viable asset appear to have passed him by.
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