Ariel Hukporti News, Rumors, Updates - New York Knicks

Headed to bench Hukporti will come off the bench for Saturday's Game 1 against the Hawks, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.

Impact Karl-Anthony Towns (elbow) and Mitchell Robinson (ankle) skipped the Knicks' regular-season finale, but both those guys will be back in action Saturday, which could make it tough for Hukporti to get into the rotation. As a reserve this season, Hukporti has averaged 1.9 points and 2.5 rebounds in 7.8 minutes per game.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Hukporti will start Sunday's game against the Hornets.

Impact Karl-Anthony Towns (elbow) and Mitchell Robinson (ankle) will sit out New York's regular-season finale, opening the door for Hukporti to step into the starting five for the first time since Jan. 2. As a starter this season (four games), the second-year center has averaged 3.5 points, 7.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.8 blocks across 20.8 minutes per contest.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Modest showing versus Toronto Hukporti finished with eight points (4-4 FG), four rebounds and one assist across 13 minutes during Friday's 112-95 victory over the Raptors.

Impact Hukporti didn't play in New York's' previous two contests heading into Friday night. While the 23-year-old narrowly missed his first double-digit scoring effort since the 132-101 win over the Wizards, it was still an above-average showing. With the Knicks locked into the No. 3 seed in the Eastern Conference, Hukporti might see extended action in Sunday's meeting with the Hornets. However, he likely won't see the floor much (if at all) throughout the postseason, barring injuries to Mitchell Robinson or Karl-Anthony Towns.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to parent club The Knicks recalled Hukporti from the G League's Westchester Knicks on Saturday.

Impact Hukporti will be available for Sunday's game in Oklahoma City but isn't expected to be featured in the rotation. The second-year center suited up in Westchester's season finale Saturday, recording 32 points (13-23 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 10 rebounds, five blocks, one assist and one steal across 38 minutes in a 123-121 win over the Windy City Bulls.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Rejoins parent club The Knicks recalled Hukporti from the G League's Westchester Knicks on Thursday.

Impact As expected, Hukporti will rejoin the Knicks ahead of their next game Thursday in Charlotte after a brief stint in the G League. The second-year big man suited up for Westchester in Tuesday's 114-104 win over the Long Island Nets, finishing with 32 points (13-23 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-5 FT), 10 rebounds, five assists, four blocks and one steal in 37 minutes.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled from G League The Knicks recalled Hukporti from the G League on Sunday.

Impact Hukporti has suited up in 48 games for New York this season, averaging 1.8 points and 2.8 rebounds in 9.0 minutes per game. While he'll be available Sunday, there are no guarantees he'll play.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled to NBA New York recalled Hukporti from the G League's Westchester Knicks on Saturday.

Impact Hukporti is back with the parent team after recording 12 points, four rebounds, three assists and two blocks over 25 minutes of G League play in the Westchester Knicks' loss to the Noblesville Boom on Saturday. However, the center is unlikely to see meaningful action in the main squad now that the usual starter Karl-Anthony Towns has recovered from a knee issue.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Jeremy Sochan may have already saved one Knicks teammate's job Jeremy Sochan has yet to play a game for the Knicks, but his arrival ensures that Ariel Hukporti won't lose his limited opportunities to pla...

FEBRUARY 13 • DAILYKNICKS.COM

Increased role yields little Hukporti totaled seven points (3-4 FG, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one block in 21 minutes during Tuesday's 137-134 overtime loss to the Pacers.

Impact Hukporti served as the primary backup behind Karl-Anthony Towns, replacing Mitchell Robinson, who was ruled out as part of his injury management. Despite the promotion, Hukporti struggled to have a tangible impact on either end of the floor. For now, there is no reason to chase him outside of very deep formats.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Flirts with double-double off bench Hukporti closed with 12 points (5-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), nine rebounds, one assist and two blocks in 22 minutes during Tuesday's 132-101 win over the Wizards.

Impact With Mitchell Robinson (ankle) sitting out and Tuesday's contest getting out of hand early, Hukporti got a chance to shine off the bench as the No. 2 center option behind Karl-Anthony Towns. However, it was the first time that Hukporti logged at least 20 minutes since a Jan. 2 spot start versus the Hawks, and the second-year big man could fall out of the rotation altogether with Robinson expected back Wednesday against Denver.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled by New York Hukporti was recalled by the Knicks on Friday.

Impact Hukporti had a brief stint with the Westchester Knicks in the G League but already returned to the NBA roster. The big man is averaging 1.6 points and 2.8 boards per game in 29 regular-season appearances for the Knicks in 2025-26.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Knicks better hope surprise G-League development holds up through trade deadline The Knicks might not need to add a center at the trade deadline if Ariel Hukporti makes the major improvement to his game he's been flashing...

JANUARY 24 • DAILYKNICKS.COM

Recalled to NBA New York recalled Hukporti from the G League's Westchester Knicks after a brief assignment on Wednesday.

Impact Hukporti was recalled prior to tipoff against Brooklyn and produced two points (1-2 FG) and five rebounds across 11 minutes. Hukporti will continue to be a depth piece behind Karl-Anthony Towns and Mitchell Robinson, and will likely only see the court in limited fashion moving forward.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Available Wednesday Hukporti (quadriceps) is available to play in Wednesday's game against the Kings.

Impact Hukporti will shed a questionable tag related to a right quadriceps strain and be available Wednesday for the Knicks. He remains a fringe rotation piece, though, and isn't guaranteed to see the floor versus the Kings.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Wednesday Hukporti is questionable for Wednesday against the Kings with a right quadriceps strain.

Impact Hukporti is not typically a rotation player for the Knicks when the team is close to full strength, so this news is unlikely to have a big fantasy impact.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Knicks' latest decision makes their Ariel Hukporti stance crystal clear The New York Knicks are fully guaranteeing the contract of backup center Ariel Hukporti, a vote of confidence in the young center as he brea...

JANUARY 8 • DAILYKNICKS.COM

Not starting vs. Philadelphia Hukporti won't start against the 76ers on Saturday.

Impact With Karl-Anthony Towns (illness) and Mitchell Robinson (ankle) both available and starting, Hukporti will slide to the second unit. The second-year center has averaged 1.5 points and 2.4 rebounds in 8.3 minutes per game across 17 appearances off the bench this season.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs 16 boards in defeat Hukporti chipped in eight points (2-4 FG, 4-4 FT), 16 rebounds, four assists, four blocks and one steal over 28 minutes during Friday's 111-99 loss to the Hawks.

Impact With Karl-Anthony Towns (illness) and Mitchell Robinson (ankle) sidelined for the front end of New York's back-to-back set, Hukporti got the starting nod for the fourth time this season. The second-year center made the most of the opportunity, grabbing a game- and career-high 16 rebounds. He also set a new season-best mark in blocks, matching his career high. Hukporti doesn't offer much fantasy value but could be a viable streaming option whenever Towns and Mitchell are both unavailable.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Johnson has another triple-double and the Hawks beat the Knicks 111-99

Jalen Johnson had 18 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds in his seventh triple-double of the season, leading the Atlanta Hawks to a 111-99 victory over the New York Knicks on Friday...

JANUARY 3 • Associated Press

Starting Friday Hukporti is in the Knicks' starting lineup against the Hawks on Friday, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.

Impact Hukporti will draw the start for Friday night's game due to the absences of Karl-Anthony Towns (illness) and Mitchell Robinson (ankle). Hukporti made his last start against the Pacers on Dec. 18, when he tallied four points, five rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal over 27 minutes.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Available Wednesday Hukporti (lips) is available for Wednesday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Hukporti will shed his questionable tag and suit up Wednesday after sustaining a lip laceration in Monday's win over the Pelicans. The big man has appeared in three of the Knicks' last four games and will likely continue to see increased burn with Mitchell Robinson (ankle) sidelined.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Hukporti (lips) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Hukporti sustained a lip laceration in Monday's win over the Pelicans and was unable to return. If the second-year center joins Mitchell Robinson (ankle) on the sidelines Wednesday, Guerschon Yabusele and Trey Jemison are candidates for increased playing time off the bench.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

New York plays San Antonio on 3-game win streak

New York aims to keep its three-game win streak alive when the Knicks take on San Antonio

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't return Monday Hukporti won't return to Monday's game against the Pelicans due to a mouth laceration.

Impact The big man suffered a cut in his mouth, and it seems the problem is severe enough to keep him sidelined for the rest of the game. He finished with no counting stats in 12 minutes of action off the bench. Hukporti's next chance to play will come Wednesday on the road against the Spurs.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mike Brown makes stance on Knicks' tantalizing young center clear vs. Pacers With Karl-Anthony Towns and Mitchell Robinson taking the night off after a successful NBA Cup pursuit, Mike Brown had Ariel Hukporti hold do...

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • DAILYKNICKS.COM

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Johnson has another triple-double and the Hawks beat the Knicks 111-99

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