Jock Landale Ruled Out for Start of Playoff Series Due to Ankle Injury

Atlanta Hawks center Jock Landale will miss at least the first two weeks of the NBA playoffs due to a sprained right ankle. The team confirmed he is progressing through his rehabilitation program but remains sidelined for the start of the series against the Knicks. Landale, who averaged 9.1 points and 4.1 rebounds in 23 regular-season games, is scheduled to be re-evaluated by the medical staff in approximately two weeks.