Atlanta Hawks rookie Henri Veesaar is expected to miss the season after suffering a torn ACL in his right knee during a workout last week.
The 7-foot Veesaar sustained the injury away from game action, dealing an early setback to his first year with the Hawks. A torn ACL typically requires an extended recovery period, and the injury is expected to keep him sidelined for the season.
Veesaar’s absence removes a young frontcourt option from Atlanta’s roster plans as the team continues preparations for the campaign. The Hawks will move forward without the rookie big man while he begins the rehabilitation process.