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Melo (ankle) returns for Knicks game vs. Hawks

New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony will return to the lineup on Saturday following a one-game absence, according to the team.

Anthony missed the Knicks' loss Wednesday to the Cleveland Cavaliers due to a right ankle sprain. The team announced via Twitter that head coach Derek Fisher said Anthony will be back on the court on Saturday against the Atlanta Hawks.

Kyle O'Quinn will also be back in the lineup after missing two games due to a right ankle sprain, the team announced via Twitter.

The Knicks (14-16) figure to get a boost on offense with Anthony in the lineup.