The Atlanta Hawks prepare to host the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday, November 18, at State Farm Arena, with several key players listed as questionable.
Trae Young remains out with a right knee MCL sprain, while Onyeka Okongwu (right knee contusion), Kristaps Porzingis (right knee soreness), N’Faly Dante, Nikola Djurisic, Eli John Ndiaye, Zaccharie Risacher, and Jacob Toppin are all listed as questionable.
The Hawks’ statistical leaders include Jalen Johnson, who averages 21.8 points and 9.6 rebounds per game, and Nickeil Alexander-Walker, contributing 17.8 points per contest. Trae Young leads the team in assists with 7.8 per game when available, while Porzingis adds 17.3 points per outing.
Atlanta enters the matchup on a two-game winning streak, narrowly defeating the Phoenix Suns 124-122 and topping the Utah Jazz 132-122. Their recent performance demonstrates depth, though health concerns may affect rotations.
Detroit arrives with its injury report not yet submitted, leaving the status of key players unclear until later today. The Pistons are led by Cade Cunningham, who averages 27.5 points and 9.9 assists per game, and Jalen Duren, who contributes 20.3 points and 12.3 rebounds per contest. Ausar Thompson adds 13.9 points and 6.6 rebounds per game.
Detroit has also won its last two matchups, beating the Indiana Pacers 127-112 and the Philadelphia 76ers 114-105. Both teams will look to continue their momentum in what is the first meeting between these squads this season.
Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET.
