
While the production outside of points and three-pointers was limited, Risacher continues to make strides as a scorer. Over the past two weeks, he has averaged 16.9 points per game on 53.5 percent shooting. Rostered in 30 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Risacher has provided ninth-round value in eight-cat formats during this stretch, sitting just outside the top 100. The rookie has steadily improved, especially after the All-Star break, which has been encouraging for Hawks fans and fantasy managers.
Risacher, Max Strus and Kyle Filipowski are worth a look if they're on your league's waiver wire.
The Hawks' lone change to the starting lineup is significant. Trae Young is out with a quad injury, as is valued reserve Caris LeVert. He'll be replaced by Wallace, who can provide deep-league streaming value in this role. Daniels' offensive ceiling will be raised with Young inactive, as he should spend a little more time on the ball.
With Atlanta shorthanded, the rookie stepped up on offense early, scoring 11 points in the first quarter. This was his fourth time scoring at least 20 points this season, two two of those coming in his last five appearances. Risacher has gone under the radar as a rookie, but he is certainly in the conversation for Rookie of the Year. He hasn't been able to produce value consistently, but when his shot is falling, he has been effective for Atlanta. He'll look to keep it up against the Hornets on Wednesday.