Luke Babbitt
F FA
Fri 8/4/17 1:53 PM

Babbitt signed a one-year deal with the Hawks on Friday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.
EDGE Analysis
After appearing in only 47 contests for the Pelicans two years ago, Babbitt bounced back in Miami last season, starting 55 games and posting averages of 4.8 points and 2.1 rebounds. Mostly utilized as a three-point specialist, Babbitt converted only 40.2 percent of his overall field goals but drained 41.4 percent of his three-point attempts, marking the third straight season in which he shot better than 40 percent from beyond the arc. With the Hawks apparently entering a full rebuild, Babbitt should have no problem holding down a regular rotation spot, and he'll likely compete with Ersan Ilyasova and rookie John Collins for frontcourt minutes.

Luke Babbitt
F FA
Tue 4/11/17 1:41 PM

Babbitt (hip) will only see the floor during an emergency situation Wednesday against the Wizards, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel reports.
EDGE Analysis
Babbitt will almost certainly miss his fifth straight contest Wednesday against the Wizards, as coach Erik Spoelstra will not opt to rush him back before the playoffs, except in an emergency situation. In his absence, expect James Johnson to draw another start at the power forward slot.

Luke Babbitt
F FA
Mon 4/10/17 7:31 PM

Babbitt (hip) will be active for Monday's game, but is not expected to play, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
EDGE Analysis
Babbitt is still nursing a hip injury that seems as if it will keep him out of Monday's game. In all likelihood, James Johnson and Okaro White will pick up at the slack in the front court.

Luke Babbitt
F FA
Sun 4/9/17 11:36 AM

Babbitt (hip) is considered questionable for Monday's game against the Cavaliers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
EDGE Analysis
Babbitt has missed three consecutive games with a lingering hip strain, but he'll continue to receive treatment overnight before potentially making a return Monday. If Babbitt is ultimately held out, James Johnson would be slated to pick up a fourth straight start, while Okaro White would likely play a bigger role off the bench.

Luke Babbitt
F FA
Sat 4/8/17 5:43 PM

Babbitt (hip) will remain out Saturday against the Wizards, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
EDGE Analysis
Babbitt will miss a third straight game as he continues to nurse a strained right hip. Consider the forward day-to-day in advance of Tuesday's matchup with the Cavs.

Luke Babbitt
F FA
Fri 4/7/17 6:12 PM

Babbitt (hip) will not play Friday against the Raptors, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
EDGE Analysis
Babbitt's absence will be his second straight, paving the way for James Johnson to get another start at power forward. Considering Babbitt was unable to fully participate in Friday's shootaround, it's worth questioning whether he'll be healthy enough to play Saturday versus the Wizards. While Johnson figures to enjoy the largest uptick while Babbitt is sidelined, Okaro White is another candidate to see his role expanded.

Luke Babbitt
F FA
Fri 4/7/17 11:42 AM

Babbitt (hip) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game against the Raptors, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
EDGE Analysis
Babbitt looks to be on pace to miss his second straight game with a hip injury, as there has been no report of him even being able to participate in practice. Once Babbitt officially ruled out, James Johnson will likely get a second straight start at power forward in his absence. Johnson is coming off a stellar performance in his first start of the season on Wednesday, scoring 26 points on 10-of-12 shooting in 32 minutes.

Luke Babbitt
F FA
Thu 4/6/17 12:24 PM

Babbitt (hip) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Raptors, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
EDGE Analysis
Babbitt was held out of Wednesday's game against the Hornets due to a hip injury and will continue to be evaluated overnight, with another update on his status likely coming after Friday's morning shootaround. If he's ultimately held out for a second straight contest, James Johnson would likely fill in as a starter again after posting an impressive 26 points, four rebounds, three assists and two steals across 32 minutes Wednesday.

Luke Babbitt
F FA
Wed 4/5/17 6:28 PM

Babbitt (hip) will sit out Wednesday's tilt with the Hornets, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
EDGE Analysis
Babbitt was given a doubtful designation earlier Wednesday, so this was the expected course of action all along. James Johnson has been announced as a starter in his place and should see a bigger workload, while Okaro White is in line to see increased minutes off the bench. Babbitt's next opportunity to play will be Friday against the Raptors.

Luke Babbitt
F FA
Wed 4/5/17 5:38 PM

Babbitt (hip) should be considered doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Hornets, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
EDGE Analysis
Coach Erik Spoelstra is 'not anticipating' Babbitt playing Wednesday, so he's likely doubtful at best. In his place, Okaro White will likely draw the start and see the biggest uptick in workload.