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Dyson Daniels Dyson Daniels (ankle) available vs. Charlotte
Wed, Feb 11, 2026, 11:31 AM
Kevin Chouinard
Dyson Daniels (ankle) is available to play against the Hornets on Wednesday.
Analysis: Following a one-game absence, Daniels will return for Atlanta's final game before the All-Star break. CJ McCollum started in his place on Monday and scored a team-high 38 points. McCollum should still play a significant role, though he will return to his typical role as a reserve. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson (knee) upgraded to available vs. CHA
Wed, Feb 11, 2026, 11:29 AM
Kevin Chouinard
Jalen Johnson (knee) is available for Wednesday's game against the Hornets.
Analysis: Johnson is good to go after sitting out Monday's loss to the Timberwolves. His return will push Asa Newell back to the bench and potentially out of the rotation entirely. Newell should be rostered in dynasty leagues, but that's it. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson (knee) questionable vs. Charlotte
Tue, Feb 10, 2026, 11:54 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Johnson (knee) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Hornets.
Analysis: Johnson did not play in Monday's loss to the Timberwolves, with rookie Asa Newell replacing him in the starting lineup. Newell played 25 minutes, finishing with four points and four rebounds. If Johnson remains out, there would not be much to gain from streaming Newell in redraft leagues. |
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Dyson Daniels Dyson Daniels (ankle) questionable vs. Charlotte
Tue, Feb 10, 2026, 11:17 AM
NBA Injury Report
Dyson Daniels (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Hornets.
Analysis: Daniels did not play in Monday's loss to the Timberwolves, which led to CJ McCollum moving into the starting lineup and scoring 38 points. McCollum is already rostered in most 12-team formats; he would be a worthwhile streamer in 10-team leagues if Daniels remains out. |
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Nickeil Alexander-Walker Nickeil Alexander-Walker posts 23/12/5/2 line
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 5:57 PM
Nickeil Alexander-Walker lit up the Timberwolves on Monday with 23 points (9-of-19 FGs), 12 rebounds, five assists, two steals, four three-pointers and six turnovers.
Analysis: In his return to Minnesota, NAW was able to have a productive night, though it wasn't enough to keep this game close. He led the team in rebounds and assists, though he also led Atlanta in turnovers. This was a new season high for rebounds for NAW in what has been an incredible first season as a Hawk. They'll head to Charlotte for their final game before the All-Star break on Wednesday, and NAW will look to stay hot. |
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CJ McCollum CJ McCollum drops 38 points in loss to Minnesota
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 5:38 PM
CJ McCollum led the Hawks with 38 points (12-of-25 FGs, 9-of-11 FTs), one rebound, two assists, four steals and five three-pointers in a 138-116 loss to the Timberwolves on Monday.
Analysis: With Jalen Johnson (knee) and Dyson Daniels (ankle) both sidelined, McCollum entered the starting unit and took on more responsibility on the offensive end. He got off to a blazing hot start, scoring 18 points in the first quarter. He was able to keep that going over the final three quarters, though it wasn't enough to keep Atlanta close. If the Hawks remain shorthanded against the Hornets on Wednesday, McCollum could be in for another big night. |
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Mouhamed Gueye Mouhamed Gueye ejected following 4th quarter fight
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 4:04 PM
Mouhamed Gueye was elected from Monday's game against the Timberwolves with 11:30 remaining in the fourth quarter.
Analysis: Gueye was tossed for his role in an altercation with Timberwolves forward Naz Reid, who was also ejected. The third-year forward played 20 minutes off the bench, finishing with 10 points, seven rebounds and one three-pointer. |
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Dyson Daniels Dyson Daniels (ankle) downgraded to out vs. MIN
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 12:31 PM
Brad Rowland
Dyson Daniels (ankle) is out for Monday's game against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: The Hawks will be without two starters for Monday's game, with Daniels and All-Star Jalen Johnson sitting due to injury. In the case of the former, his absences free up additional minutes for Corey Kispert and CJ McCollum. The former has started five games since being traded to the Hawks, while the latter has only started one. This may also be a spot where Buddy Hield or Gabe Vincent makes their Hawks debut after both received DNP-CDs in Saturday's loss to the Hornets. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson (knee) ruled out vs. Minnesota
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 12:30 PM
Brad Rowland
Jalen Johnson (knee) has been ruled out against the Timberwolves on Monday.
Analysis: Johnson was a late addition to the injury report, and now he will be unavailable for this game against Minnesota. He has been on a tear over his last four games, and Atlanta will have plenty of available usage and minutes. Mouhamed Gueye and Asa Newell should both play larger roles with Johnson sidelined. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson (knee) questionable Monday vs. MIN
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 8:56 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Johnson (knee) is questionable for Monday's matchup with the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Johnson is a late addition to the injury report, which doesn't bode well for his availability against Minnesota. If the do-it-all forward is sidelined, more minutes could open up for Mouhamed Gueye and Jock Landale. |
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Dyson Daniels Dyson Daniels (ankle) questionable vs. Minnesota
Sun, Feb 8, 2026, 1:49 PM
NBA Injury Report
Dyson Daniels (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Daniels is dealing with some inflammation in his right ankle. If he's unable to play on Monday, that would be a significant issue for the Hawks, as Daniels would likely be assigned to guard Anthony Edwards. Corey Kispert and CJ McCollum would take on added responsibilities on offense, but neither defends at Daniels' level. There would also be room in the rotation for Buddy Hield or Gabe Vincent, but neither would be worth the streaming risk. |
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Buddy Hield Buddy Hield picks up DNP-CD vs. Charlotte
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 4:44 PM
Buddy Hield did not see any action in Saturday's loss to the Hornets.
Analysis: Available to make his Hawks debut, Hield did not play as Quin Snyder stuck to a nine-man rotation. While things could always change after the All-Star break, since the team will be able to get in some practice time, Hield wasn't a good fantasy option with the Warriors before the trade. There's no need to roster him in fantasy leagues. |
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Onyeka Okongwu Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) plays 30 minutes in return
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 4:16 PM
Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) accounted for 16 points (6-of-11 FGs), seven rebounds, two assists, two blocks and four three-pointers in Saturday's loss to the Hornets.
Analysis: Wearing a facemask reminiscent of the one worn by Hannibal Lecter, Okongwu returned to the Hawks' lineup after a four-game absence. The fact that he shot over 50 percent from the field was a positive, as was his ability to play 30 minutes. Jock Landale (five points, one assist and one three-pointer), who shone in his Hawks debut, played 17 minutes off the bench. Unfortunately, fantasy managers will be best served to move on from him with Okongwu back in the fold. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson records 31/9/8/3 line vs. Charlotte
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 4:15 PM
Jalen Johnson finished Saturday's loss to the Hornets with 31 points (10-of-18 FGs, 9-of-11 FTs), nine rebounds, eight assists, three steals and two three-pointers.
Analysis: Johnson, who's headed to the All-Star Game for the first time next week, recorded another stellar stat line on Saturday. The only thing missing was a blocked shot, but he remained efficient as a scorer and playmaker. Over the past two weeks, Johnson has provided top-10 per-game value in eight- and nine-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster. The Hawks open a five-game Week 17 on Monday in Minnesota, with three of the games scheduled for after the All-Star break. |
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Onyeka Okongwu Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) available Saturday vs. CHA
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 11:32 AM
Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) is available for Saturday's game against the Hornets.
Analysis: Okongwu is back after missing the last four games due to undergoing dental surgery. His return will send Jock Landale to the bench, though it's worth waiting to see how Landale is used as a reserve before dropping him in fantasy leagues. |
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Jonathan Kuminga Jonathan Kuminga (knee) out through All-Star break
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 10:27 AM
Hawks
Jonathan Kuminga (knee) will be re-evaluated after the All-Star break.
Analysis: Kuminga sustained a bone bruise to his left knee while he was still with the Warriors. The injury occurred in the January 22 game against the Mavericks. The Hawks say the 23-year-old power forward will be sidelined through the All-Star break before being re-evaluated. Fans will have to wait until then before getting their first glimpse of Kuminga in an Atlanta uniform. |
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Onyeka Okongwu Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) questionable vs. Charlotte
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 11:50 AM
NBA Injury Report
Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Hornets.
Analysis: Okongwu has missed Atlanta's last four games after undergoing dental surgery. If he's able to return on Saturday, that would push the new addition, Jock Landale, to the bench. However, fantasy managers who have rostered Landale should hold onto him until it's clear how much he'll play as the backup center. |
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Jock Landale Jock Landale drops game-high 26 in Hawks debut
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 4:37 PM
NBA
Jock Landale finished Thursday's win over the Jazz with 26 points (10-of-14 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), 11 rebounds, five assists, four blocks and five three-pointers.
Analysis: According to Landale, he was sitting on the plane, ready to head to Utah, when he was told that he was going to Atlanta instead. And it's a good thing for the Hawks that they got in on that trade. Making his Hawks' debut against the Jazz, the 6-foot-11 center became the second player in franchise history to record at least 25 points, 10 rebounds and five assists in his debut, joining Glenn Robinson. At a minimum, Landale needs to be rostered as long as the Hawks are without Onyeka Okongwu (mouth). |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson records 22/16/15 line, two blocks
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 4:36 PM
Jalen Johnson accounted for 22 points (9-of-19 FGs, 4-of-5 FTs), 16 rebounds, 15 assists and two blocks in Thursday's win over the Jazz.
Analysis: After recording a total of two triple-doubles in his first four NBA seasons, Johnson now has ten in 2025-26 alone. The Hawks' forward, who was named an All-Star for the first time on Sunday, is the unquestioned cornerstone in Atlanta, and likely for some dynasty league rosters as well. Johnson and the Hawks end Week 16 with a game against the red-hot Hornets on Saturday. |
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Nickeil Alexander-Walker Nickeil Alexander-Walker hits game-winner vs. Utah
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 4:36 PM
NBA
Nickeil Alexander-Walker recorded 23 points (9-of-15 FGs, 5-of-5 FTs), two rebounds, five assists and two steals in Thursday's win over the Jazz.
Analysis: Alexander-Walker delivered a win on Thursday, as his jumper with 1.3 seconds remaining was the difference in the 121-119 victory. His play throughout the season was one reason why the Hawks were willing to end the Trae Young era, and fantasy managers have also benefited. Alexander-Walker has been close to a top-50 player in eight-cat formats, and there's no reason to believe that he can't maintain that production level for the rest of the season. |
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