Overview
- Atlanta cleared Kristaps Porzingis and Jalen Johnson to play Friday, with Porzingis coming off the bench under a minutes restriction.
- The Hawks listed Porzingis as "return to competition reconditioning" on the official injury report rather than an illness.
- Denver edged Atlanta 134-133 after the Hawks led by as many as 19 points at home.
- Johnson recorded 21 points, 18 rebounds, and 16 assists, while Porzingis had 25 points on 9-of-13 shooting in 20 minutes.
- Head coach Quin Snyder said lineup usage will remain fluid as the staff evaluates combinations and manages player health.