CLINT CAPELA NEWS

Scores 11 in win Capela totaled 11 points (4-7 FG, 3-6 FT), four rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block in 16 minutes in Monday's 132-130 win over the Grizzlies.

Impact Capela had a solid impact on offense Monday, scoring in double figures for the first time since returning from a back injury Jan. 28. The 30-year-old had been the unquestioned starting center for the Hawks dating back to 2020 and through the first 41 games this season, but he's since taken a back seat to Onyeka Okongwu. In 10 games coming off the bench, Capela is averaging 8.1 points and 7.1 rebounds in 17.4 minutes.

19 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Memphis hosts Atlanta following Jackson's 42-point game

Memphis takes on the Atlanta Hawks after Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 42 points in the Memphis Grizzlies' 130-128 loss to the San Antonio Spurs

3 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Plays 18 minutes in return Capela had three points (1-6 FG, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one block in 18 minutes during Thursday's 114-108 loss to Orlando.

Impact Capela returned to action Thursday following a nine-game absence due to a back injury. He'll likely continue to come off the bench for the Hawks while Onyeka Okongwu serves as Atlanta's starting center. Capela has averaged 8.4 points, 8.2 rebounds and 1.1 blocks over 20.6 minutes per game since the beginning of January.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Available vs. Orlando Capela (back) has been cleared to play in Thursday's game against the Magic.

Impact After missing nine straight games with a back issue, Capela will return to the floor Thursday against Orlando. The veteran big man's return to the Hawks' lineup will be a massive boost in the frontcourt. He's averaging nearly a double-double with 9.4 points, 9.0 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.0 blocks per game, shooting 57.3 percent from the floor.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch Wednesday Capela will be inactive for Wednesday's game against the Knicks, Lauren L. Williams of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact Head coach Quin Snyder says Capela is ramping up and will continue to do so through the All-Star break, which surprisingly rules the veteran big man out Wednesday despite having been omitted from Atlanta's injury report. His next chance to play comes Feb. 20 against the Magic. Onyeka Okongwu will hang on to enhanced fantasy value for at least one more game, as he's averaged 13.7 points, 8.9 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 0.9 steals and 0.8 blocks in 28.6 minutes over nine games with Capela unavailable this season.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report for Wednesday Capela (personal) is off the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Capela has missed eight straight games due to a back injury and personal reasons, but he's set to be available for the Hawks on Wednesday. The veteran big man's return is bad news for the fantasy appeal of Onyeka Okongwu, who appears likely to shift back to Atlanta's second unit. Capela has averaged 9.8 points, 9.1 rebounds and 1.3 blocks in 21.0 minutes over his last nine games.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Monday vs. Orlando Capela (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Magic, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Monday will be the eighth game in a row that Capela has been sidelined. He had missed two games due to a personal matter, but it's unclear whether his current absence is related to that. Regardless, Capela's next chance to play will be Wednesday against the Knicks.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report for Monday Capela (undisclosed) is not on the Hawks' injury report for Monday's game against Orlando, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Capela is off the injury report following a seven-game absence due to a back issue and personal reasons. The big man will likely compete for playing time with Larry Nance behind starting center Onyeka Okongwu.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch Saturday Capela (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Wizards, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Capela was set to return from a six-game absence Saturday, but he will instead have to wait until Monday against the Magic. He missed Friday's win over the Bucks due to personal reasons, though it's unclear whether that's the reason for his absence Saturday.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Returning Saturday Capela (personal) was not listed on the Hawks' injury report ahead of Saturday's game against the Wizards, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Capela has missed the Hawks' last six games due to a back injury and for personal reasons, but he's been cleared to return for Saturday's contest. Capela was moved to the bench Jan. 20 in favor of Onyeka Okongwu, and the former has averaged 10.8 points, 9.5 rebounds and 1.3 blocks over 19.0 minutes per game over his last four outings in a reserve role.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Poole leads Washington against Atlanta after 45-point outing

Washington plays the Atlanta Hawks after Jordan Poole scored 45 points in the Washington Wizards' 134-124 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers

FEBRUARY 8 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out for personal reasons Capela (personal) is out for Friday's game against the Bucks, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact After missing five straight games due to a back injury, Capela is now being listed as out for Friday due to personal reasons. The veteran big man will aim to rejoin the team on the second leg of Atlanta's back-to-back, which comes Saturday in Washington. Onyeka Okongwu should continue delivering enhanced fantasy value from the Hawks' starting lineup, as he's averaging 15.7 points, 9.3 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.8 blocks in 29.1 minutes over six games where Capela has been unavailable this season.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Atlanta plays Milwaukee on home losing streak

Atlanta looks to break its 5-game home skid with a win over Milwaukee

FEBRUARY 6 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Not playing Wednesday vs. Spurs Capela (back) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Capela was sidelined for the Hawks' three-game road trip due to back spasms. The injury has persisted into the Hawks' current homestand and will result in him missing his fifth straight game. Capela's next chance to take the floor for Atlanta will be in Friday's home bout against Milwaukee. Onyeka Okongwu will continue to see the bulk of the Hawks' center minutes as the starter while Larry Nance and Dominick Barlow serve in rotation.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Atlanta plays San Antonio on home losing streak

Atlanta will look to stop its four-game home skid when the Hawks play San Antonio

FEBRUARY 4 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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FEBRUARY 3 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Atlanta visits Detroit, looks to end road slide

Atlanta will attempt to break its four-game road losing streak when the Hawks visit Detroit

FEBRUARY 3 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Atlanta faces Indiana on 7-game skid

Atlanta enters the matchup against Indiana after losing seven straight games

JANUARY 31 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Not on road trip with team Capela (back) is reportedly not with the Hawks during their current road trip, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Capela not being with Atlanta during their road trip is concerning news for the team, which is already dealing with some injuries, especially with Jalen Johnson (shoulder) recently being ruled out for the rest of the season. Due to this latest development, Larry Nance, Dominick Barlow and Mouhamed Gueye could see an increased workload in the frontcourt behind Onyeka Okongwu.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Atlanta takes on Cleveland on 6-game skid

Atlanta looks to stop its six-game skid with a victory against Cleveland

JANUARY 30 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ruled out for Thursday Capela (back) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Capela will miss a second straight game for the Hawks on Thursday as he deals with back spasms. Atlanta could turn to Larry Nance and Mouhamed Gueye to help shoulder the load in the frontcourt with the veteran big man on the mend.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch Tuesday Capela has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Houston due to back spasms, Mike Conti of the Atlanta Hawks Radio Network reports.

Impact Capela was not listed on the injury report for Tuesday's game at any point, though he'll be a late scratch due to the back issue. With the veteran big man sidelined, Larry Nance and Mouhamed Gueye could see increased minutes behind Onyeka Okongwu.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Will play against Toronto Capela (knee) has been cleared to play in Saturday's game against the Raptors.

Impact Capela missed Thursday's loss to the Raptors with knee soreness but will be back on the floor Saturday for the second straight matchup against Toronto. The veteran big man has seen a dip in minutes and production on the floor this season for the Hawks, averaging 9.5 points, 9.0 rebounds and 1.2 assists per game, shooting 57.2 percent from the floor in 22.7 minutes per contest.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Goes through shootaround Capela (knee) participated in shootaround ahead of Saturday's game versus the Raptors, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.

Impact Capela is officially listed as probable for Saturday's contest after missing Atlanta's previous outing due to right knee soreness. All signs point to the veteran big man suiting up against Toronto.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Saturday Capela (knee) is probable for Saturday's game against Toronto.

Impact Capela is expected to suit up for Saturday's rematch after missing Thursday's loss to Toronto due to right knee soreness. The veteran big man has averaged 9.0 points, 9.2 rebounds and 1.2 blocks across 20.6 minutes per game over his last five outings (three starts).

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE