Bruno Fernando News, Rumors, Updates - Toronto Raptors

Out Wednesday Fernando (back) will not suit up for Wednesday's game against the Warriors.

Impact Fernando will be watching from the sidelines Wednesday night, but since he's a negligible part of the rotation, his absence from the active roster won't significantly impact fantasy hoops. His next opportunity to play will come Friday against the Mavericks.

JANUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Fernando is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Warriors due to back spasms.

Impact Fernando isn't typically in the rotation and has averaged 7.2 minutes across five appearances in January.

JANUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Used sparingly in loss Fernando registered four points (1-1 FG, 2-2 FT) and two rebounds over five minutes during Saturday's 127-99 loss to the Wizards.

Impact Fernando saw five minutes in the loss, cracking the rotation for the fourth time in the past five games. Unfortunately, that's where the good news ends for Fernando. With both Clint Capela and Onyeka Okongwu healthy, the Hawks are set at the center position. The only way Fernando is going to have a chance at putting up fantasy value is if one of the primary options is forced to miss time for one reason or another.

JANUARY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns from G League cameo Fernando was recalled to Atlanta's roster Tuesday morning, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Fernando made his 2023-24 G League debut with the College Park Skyhawks on Monday, scoring eight points in 21 minutes. He'll return to the NBA club in advance of Wednesday's game against Brooklyn, although he's totaled just 16 minutes of action this season across five appearances.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sees action in blowout loss Fernando logged two points (1-6 FG) and three rebounds over four minutes in Tuesday's 128-105 loss to Cleveland.

Impact Tuesday's contest marked Fernando's fifth game played this season, and the overwhelming majority of his minutes result from blowouts that prompt the Hawks to clear their bench. As long as centers Clint Capela and Onyeka Okongwu remain healthy, Fernando is not expected to see meaningful minutes on the court.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

WATCH: Bruno Fernando of the Hawks address the crowd at game in Mexico City Every year at the NBA's Mexico City games, each team taps a player to deliver a welcome to the fans in attendance.

NOVEMBER 10, 2023 • AJC.COM

Hawks guarantee contract of center Bruno Fernando Team now has 14 players on guaranteed deals, which leaves only one roster spot open.

JULY 10, 2023 • AJC.COM

Leads with double-double off bench Fernando supplied 19 points (8-11 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 10 rebounds and one block over 22 minutes during Sunday's 120-114 loss to the Celtics.

Impact Fernando led all Hawks players in scoring and rebounds in just 22 minutes off the bench, posting a double-double outing for the first time this season. Fernando set a season-high in scoring while hauling in 10 or more boards for the second time.

APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hawks vs. Celtics Postgame Press Conference: Bruno Fernando

APRIL 9, 2023 • YOUTUBE

The Hawks Acquire Saddiq Bey and Bruno Fernando on NBA Trade Deadline The Hawks made two trades Thursday on the day of the NBA Trade Deadline.

FEBRUARY 16, 2023 • NBA.COM

May debut Monday Fernando isn't listed on the injury report for Monday's matchup against the Hornets.

Impact Fernando and Garrison Mathews were both acquired by Atlanta ahead of the trade deadline but weren't in uniform for Saturday's contest against San Antonio. They were initially left off the injury report before being deemed unavailable, so a similar situation could happen again Monday. However, for now, it appears Fernando will suit up for the first time as a Hawk, but that doesn't mean he'll be part of head coach Nate McMillan's rotation.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't be in uniform Saturday Updating a previous report, Fernando will not suit up for Saturday's game against the Spurs, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.

Impact Fernando wasn't on the Hawks' initial injury report, suggesting he'd be available, but it appears coach Nate McMillan wants the center to get more acclimated with the team before suiting up. Even when he's deemed available, Fernando is a third-string center for Atlanta, so there shouldn't be any fantasy implications.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could debut Saturday Fernando (trade) isn't on the injury report for Saturday's game versus the Spurs.

Impact Fernando is seemingly available Saturday, despite new addition Saddiq Bey (trade) being listed as questionable. However, it is uncertain what Fernando's role will be, as he will likely be behind Clint Capela and Onyeka Okongwu in the center rotation.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rockets trade Garrison Mathews, Bruno Fernando to Atlanta for second-round draft picks By trading Garrison Mathews and Bruno Fernando to Atlanta and taking on larger salary, the #Rockets acquired Oklahoma City’s second-round dr...

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

Hawks add depth, acquire Bey for 5 2nd-round draft picks

Atlanta is attempting to bolster its playoff hopes with two trades that involved the Hawks sending out a combined seven second-round draft picks

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • Associated Press

On move to Atlanta The Rockets traded Fernando and Garrison Mathews to the Hawks on Thursday for Justin Holiday and Frank Kaminsky, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact Fernando has played a steady bench role for the Rockets behind Alperen Sengun, averaging 5.1 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.7 blocks and 1.0 assists over 13.1 minutes per game, but the team elected to move him in a deal where the Hawks are looking to save some money. Fernando's fantasy outlook seems even bleaker in Atlanta, with both Clint Capela and Onyeka Okongwu ahead of him at the center position. His first chance to debut likely surfaces Saturday versus the Spurs.

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores nine off bench Fernando closed Saturday's 153-121 loss to the Thunder with nine points (4-4 FG, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, three assists and one block in 18 minutes.

Impact Fernando went a perfect 4-for-4 from the field, marking his best scoring performance since Dec. 2 against Phoenix. He also continues to show his stuff as a rim protector by swatting away at least one shot in each of his last three matchups. Fernando has logged 10 or more minutes in seven straight games, averaging 4.9 points, 4.3 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.9 blocks during this stretch.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench role Fernando isn't starting Monday's game against the Mavericks, Mark Berman of Fox 26 Houston reports.

Impact Fernando will unsurprisingly slide back into a bench role Monday now that Alperen Sengun (back) has been given the green light. Fernando is averaging 3.0 points and 2.3 rebounds in his last seven matchups as a reserve.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Fernando will join the starting five for Saturday's tilt against the Knicks, Adam Spolane of Sports Radio 610 Houston reports.

Impact Fernando will slide into the starting center role with Alperen Sengun (back) a late scratch for the contest. in three starts this season, Fernando has averaged 6.0 points, 5.3 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 17.8 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from injury report Fernando (illness) is available for Sunday's game against the Bucks, Adam Spolane of Sports Radio 610 Houston reports.

Impact Fernando missed the team's last game due to a non-COVID illness but is off the injury report ahead of Sunday's contest. Fernando has been surpassed by Alperen Sengun on the depth chart but has averaged 7.3 points and 5.0 rebounds across 13.7 minutes per game in his last three appearances.

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out Thursday Fernando (illness) will sit out Thursday's game versus the Spurs.

Impact Fernando had played five consecutive games for the Rockets but will not take the floor Thursday. On a positive note, Fernando's absence isn't related to the knee issue that cost him time earlier in the season, and a non-COVID illness doesn't figure to keep him sidelined long. Alperen Sengun, Usman Garuba and Kenyon Martin are among the candidates to soak up Fernando's minutes.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable versus Spurs Fernando (illness) is questionable to play in Thursday's game against San Antonio.

Impact Fernando didn't participate in Wednesday's practice due to a non-COVID illness. If Fernando isn't able to play Thursday, he'll have an extra day to recover for Sunday's game against the Bucks.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't practice Wednesday Fernando didn't participate in Wednesday's practice session due to an illness, Mark Berman of Fox 26 Houston reports.

Impact Fernando played double-digit minutes in the last three matchups and averaged 7.3 points and 5.0 rebounds in 13.7 minutes per game during that time. It's not yet clear whether his illness will impact his availability for Thursday's game against San Antonio.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores season-high 14 points Fernando notched 14 points (7-8 FG), seven rebounds, one assist and one steal across 14 minutes during Friday's 122-121 victory over the Suns.

Impact Fernando was terrific in limited minutes off the bench Friday, going 2-of-2 from the field for four points in the second quarter before adding another 10 points on 5-of-6 shooting in the fourth, along with five boards. The Rockets forward missed just one shot in the game and finished with a season-high 14 points in just 14 minutes of action. He was the only player off Houston's bench to score in double figures and will look to earn more minutes in the team's next game at Golden State.

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Limited minutes in return Fernando (knee) supplied four points (2-2 FG), two rebounds and one steal in eight minutes during Monday's 129-113 loss to the Nuggets.

Impact Fernando returned from a one-game absence but handled only a light role off the bench. Based on how Fernando has performed when healthy this season, he could get another look in the starting five at some point in the near future. With that said, Fernando's upside will be limited so long as Alperen Sengun is available to pick up the majority of the center minutes, whether as a member of the top unit or the bench.

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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