Hawks’ Cody Zeller: Unavailable for Monday

Cody Zeller’s presence will be missed by the Hawks on Monday

Cody Zeller’s injury leaves a hole in the Hawks’ frontcourt

Atlanta Hawks center Cody Zeller will not be available for Monday’s game against the Miami Heat due to a right knee injury, the team announced Sunday. Zeller has been dealing with the injury since the preseason and has missed the Hawks’ first two games of the regular season.

Zeller’s absence leaves a hole in the Hawks’ frontcourt, as he is one of the team’s few true centers. John Collins is expected to start in Zeller’s place, with Onyeka Okongwu and Jalen Johnson also likely to see increased minutes.

The Hawks are hoping that Zeller will be able to return to the lineup soon, but there is no timetable for his return. In the meantime, the team will need to find a way to replace his production, both on the offensive and defensive ends of the floor.

• Zeller is averaging 10.3 points and 7.9 rebounds per game this season.
• He is also shooting 52.9% from the field and 33.3% from three-point range.
• Zeller is a valuable contributor to the Hawks, and his absence will be felt.

The Hawks are 1-1 to start the season, and they will be looking to improve to 2-1 when they host the Heat on Monday. Miami is also 1-1, so this game could have implications for the standings in the Eastern Conference.