On Thursday night, the New York Knicks will face off against the Charlotte Hornets in North Carolina.
The Knicks are coming off a 121-116 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans (at home).
Ariel Hukporti did not play in the game.
Knicks Announce Roster Move Before Hornets Game
GettyNEW YORK, NEW YORK – JANUARY 21: Ariel Hukporti #55 of the New York Knicks reacts as Day’ron Sharpe #20 of the Brooklyn Nets looks on during the second half at Madison Square Garden on January 21, 2026 in New York City. The Knicks won 120-66. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
Before Thursday’s game, the Knicks announced that Hukporti had been recalled to the NBA.
Knicks PR wrote: “The New York Knicks recall Ariel Hukporti from the Westchester Knicks.”
GettyNEW YORK, NEW YORK – NOVEMBER 15: Ariel Hukporti #55 of the New York Knicks reacts after a dunk against the Brooklyn Nets during the fourth quarter at Madison Square Garden on November 15, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
Hukporti is currently averaging 1.8 points and 2.8 rebounds per contest while shooting 55.0% from the field and 25.0% from three-point range in 49 games.
He is coming off a game in the G League where he put up 32 points, ten rebounds, five assists, one steal and four blocks while shooting 13/23 from the field and 1/5 from three-point range in 37 minutes of playing time.
David Resnick wrote after the game: “A second straight win against a playoff-bound team. Ariel Hukporti was on assignment and poured in a career-best 32 points along with 10 rebounds. The Knicks finish up the season Saturday against the G League’s all-time leading scorer Mac McClung and the Bulls.”
GettyNEW YORK, NEW YORK – DECEMBER 07: Ariel Hukporti #55 of the New York Knicks reacts after a dunk in the second half against the Detroit Pistons at Madison Square Garden on December 07, 2024 in New York City. The Detroit Pistons defeated the New York Knicks 120-111. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
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