Damian Jones C FA Wed 12/4/19 11:34 PM
Damian Jones
C FA
Jones compiled 20 points (8-8 FG, 4-9 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and one block in 28 minutes during Wednesday's 130-118 loss to the Nets.
EDGE Analysis
Jones finished with career highs in points and minutes while matching his career high in rebounding. While he struggled from the charity stripe, Jones didn't miss a single shot from the field. He'll likely continue to benefit from the easy looks created by Trae Young, and Jones has now reached double figures in scoring in six of the last 12 games.
Damian Jones C FA Tue 12/3/19 12:39 AM
Damian Jones
C FA
Jones scored a career-high 16 points (6-8 FG, 4-4 FT) while adding eight rebounds, an assist and a steal in 26 minutes during Monday's 104-79 win over the Warriors.
EDGE Analysis
The former Golden State draft pick (30th overall in 2016) took his revenge on the team that traded him this offseason. Jones has been posting fairly modest numbers since moving into Atlanta's starting lineup, averaging 9.9 points, 4.5 boards and 1.0 blocks in 21.4 minutes over the last 12 games, but Monday's performance might earn him more court time at the expense of bench bigs Alex Len and Brune Fernando.
Damian Jones C FA Mon 11/18/19 2:50 AM
Damian Jones
C FA
Jones finished with four points, four rebounds, three assists, one steal, and one block in 26 minutes during Sunday's 122-101 loss to the Lakers.
EDGE Analysis
Jones was in the starting lineup again Sunday but failed to replicate his production from the previous night. He did, however, contribute across the board and the 26 minutes are very encouraging. Alex Len played just 15 minutes and it would appear the Hawks are going to run with Jones, at least in the short-term. He is by no means a must-roster player but could be considered if you are looking for a cheap big man with upside.
Damian Jones C FA Sun 11/17/19 4:47 AM
Damian Jones
C FA
Jones ended with 11 points (4-7 FG, 3-4 FT), four blocks, three rebounds, and one steal in 23 minutes during Saturday's 150-101 loss to the Clippers.
EDGE Analysis
Jones was basically the only bright spot for the Hawks during what was an embarrassing loss to the Clippers. The Hawks are experimenting at the center position with Alex Len struggling to produce thus far. Jones certainly flashed his defensive upside with four blocked shots and one steal during his 23 minutes on the floor. This could have been an even bigger night had the game been even moderately close. The Hawks have to backup Sunday when they face the Lakers. Look for Jones to remain in the starting lineup for that one.
Damian Jones C FA Tue 11/12/19 2:36 PM
Damian Jones
C FA
Jones will start at center Tuesday night against Denver, Chris Kirschner of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Jones is set to draw his first start of the season after playing extended minutes Sunday against the Trail Blazers. He's averaging 4.5 points and 2.6 boards over eight games this year,. Alex Len (ankle) remains questionable for Tuesday's clash and will come off the bench if cleared to play.
Damian Jones C FA Mon 11/11/19 2:00 PM
Damian Jones
C FA
Jones logged a season-high 24 minutes off the bench in Sunday's 124-113 overtime loss to the Trail Blazers, finishing with eight points (4-7 FG), seven rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block.
EDGE Analysis
Jones has now picked up double-digit minutes in five consecutive contests and appears to have supplanted rookie Bruno Fernando as the top backup to starting center Alex Len. Even with frontcourt mate John Collins (suspension) out for the past four games, Len is averaging just 3.8 points and 4.8 rebounds in 15.5 minutes while shooting 40 percent from the floor. Len's ongoing struggles could open the door for Jones to take over the starting gig at some point in the near future.
Damian Jones C FA Wed 10/30/19 5:57 PM
Damian Jones
C FA
Jones has opened the season as the Hawks' third center.
EDGE Analysis
Center is arguably the Hawks' weakest position, and they've struggled to get production from starter Alex Len thus far. He's been backed up by rookie Bruno Fernando, while Jones has slotted in as the No. 3 option. Jones did not see the floor in the season-opener on Oct. 24, and he's played limited minutes -- 25 total -- over the subsequent three games.
Damian Jones C FA Mon 7/8/19 2:49 PM
Damian Jones
C FA
Jones was traded to the Hawks on Monday in exchange for Omari Spellman, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
It's a curious move for the Hawks, as they just drafted Spellman in the first round of last year's draft, but it looks as if the team is in search of a legitimate backup center following the departure of Dewayne Dedmon this offseason. Jones started 22 games for the Warriors this season before undergoing surgery on a torn left pectoral muscle that kept him out until late in the postseason. Jones will likely compete with rookie Bruno Fernando for a spot in the rotation this season behind likely starter Alex Len.
Damian Jones C FA Wed 7/3/19 5:21 PM
Damian Jones
C FA
Jones will not play in the Warriors' Las Vegas Summer League games, Mark Medina of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
EDGE Analysis
Jones played during the California Classic, but he'll opt to train or rest on his own instead of playing in Vegas. Next season, he'll likely have a minimal role considering the presences of Willie Cauley-Stein and Kevon Looney.
Damian Jones C FA Thu 6/27/19 3:15 PM
Damian Jones
C FA
Jones will play for the Warriors during summer league, Mark Medina of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
EDGE Analysis
Jones played only 24 regular-season games last season as a result of a torn pectoral. He made strides in his game, however, averaging 5.4 points, 3.1 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.0 block across 17.1 minutes. He'll look to continue his development with Golden State while in Vegas.