Tiago Splitter (hip) has been ruled out of Friday's tilt with the Pacers.

Splitter (hip) has been ruled out of Friday's tilt with the Pacers.

Analysis:

Splitter will now miss his third consecutive game due to a persistent right hip injury. His next opportunity to return to the court will come on Sunday, when the Hawks take on the Magic. Look for Mike Muscala to see increased minutes with Splitter unavailable on Friday.