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CJ McCollum CJ McCollum tallies 13/9/11 line vs. Indiana
Mon, Nov 2, 2026, 4:22 PM
CJ McCollum recorded a double-double on Monday with 13 points (4-of-17 FGs), nine rebounds, 11 assists, one steal, one block and two three-pointers against the Pacers.
Analysis: McCollum's shot wasn't falling in this game, but he was able to initiate offense as a playmaker, which led to a new season high for assists. He came close to recording a triple-double, but McCollum was still able to have a fantastic outing, despite the rough shooting night. With Jalen Johnson (ankle) out, McCollum stepped up as a playmaker, though that trend likely won't continue when Johnson and Kingston Flemings, who was serving a one-game suspension, return to the rotation. |
Luguentz Dort Luguentz Dort scores 14 points in spot start
Mon, Nov 2, 2026, 4:17 PM
Luguentz Dort started on Monday and finished with 14 points (5-of-10 FGs), two rebounds, one assist and four three-pointers against the Pacers.
Analysis: With Jalen Johnson (ankle) sidelined, Dort slid into the starting unit. He set new season highs for minutes, points and three-pointers and was a solid fill-in for Johnson. However, Dort has never been an elite option in fantasy basketball. He saw a boost in production as a starter, but that won't continue when the team is healthy. Managers shouldn't be looking to add Dort off the waiver wire outside of deep leagues. |
Corey Kispert Corey Kispert knocks down four triples off bench
Mon, Nov 2, 2026, 4:14 PM
Corey Kispert provided a boost off the bench with 14 points (5-of-9 FGs), one rebound, one steal and four three-pointers against the Pacers on Monday.
Analysis: Kispert hasn't been part of the Hawks' rotation this season, but with Jalen Johnson (ankle) out and Kingston Flemings serving a one-game suspension, Kispet took on a larger role. He took advantage of the opportunity, knocking down four three-pointers in the first half. It was a solid performance for Kispert, who is a high-level shooter. However, he doesn't provide the Hawks with much else, which prevents him from being a consistent rotation piece. |
Nickeil Alexander-Walker NAW matches career-best nine three-pointers
Mon, Nov 2, 2026, 4:12 PM
Nickeil Alexander-Walker led the Hawks with 34 points (12-of-25 FGs), four rebounds, four assists, four steals and nine three-pointers in a 108-104 win over the Pacers on Monday.
Analysis: After struggling in Saturday's ugly loss to the Pelicans, NAW bounced back in a big way against the shorthanded Pacers. He set a new season high for scoring and matched his career high for three-pointers, which he set last season. This was NAW's best game of the season, as he also set a new season high for steals. He stepped up on offense with Jalen Johnson sidelined, which is what the Hawks needed to get back to .500 on the season. He'll look to stay hot against the Wizards on Wednesday. |
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Luguentz Dort ATL starting McCollum, NAW, Dyson, Dort, Okongwu
Mon, Nov 2, 2026, 1:08 PM
Brad Rowland
CJ McCollum, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Dyson Daniels, Luguentz Dort and Onyeka Okongwu will start against the Pacers on Monday.
Analysis: With Jalen Johnson (ankle) sidelined for this game, Dort will get his first start as a Hawk. It will be a smaller starting unit for Atlanta, though they're playing against a Pacers squad with just seven healthy players. Dort's defensive pressure alongside Daniels and NAW will be a challenge for Indiana. |
Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson (ankle) downgraded to out Monday
Mon, Nov 2, 2026, 11:58 AM
Atlanta Hawks
Jalen Johnson (ankle) is out for Monday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Injured during the third quarter of Saturday's loss to the Pelicans, Johnson won't play on Monday. It remains to be seen who replaces him in the starting lineup, but Aaron Wiggins could be in the mix. Whether he starts or not, Johnson's absence should give Wiggins more chances to score. |
Xavier Cooks Kingston Flemings handed one-game suspension
Sun, Nov 1, 2026, 3:07 PM
Brad Rowland
Kingston Flemings has been suspended one game for his actions during Saturday's loss to the Pelicans.
Analysis: Flemings was ejected from Saturday's game after elbowing Pelicans wing Bryce McGowens in the face during a confrontation. The NBA has since suspended the rookie for one game, which he'll serve on Monday against the Pacers. Flemings will be eligible to return on Wednesday against the Wizards. |
Jock Landale Jock Landale (hip) ruled out Monday vs. Indiana
Sun, Nov 1, 2026, 11:05 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jock Landale (hip) is out for Monday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Landale strained his left hip early in Saturday's loss to the Pelicans and did not return. Asa Newell moved into the backup center role and may do the same on Monday. Newell should only be rostered in dynasty leagues. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson (ankle) questionable Monday vs. IND
Sun, Nov 1, 2026, 11:03 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Johnson (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Johnson had to leave Saturday's loss to the Pelicans after the third quarter with a sprained left ankle. If he can't play Monday, Aaron Wiggins could move into the starting lineup. |
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Nickeil Alexander-Walker Nickeil Alexander-Walker struggles vs. Pelicans
Sat, Oct 31, 2026, 3:38 PM
Nickeil Alexander-Walker accounted for 12 points (3-of-12 FGs, 6-of-6 FTs), two rebounds, one assist and one steal in Saturday's loss to the Pelicans.
Analysis: Alexander-Walker had a rough night in New Orleans, missing all six of his three-point attempts. As a result, his streak of five straight games with at least two three-pointers to begin the season ended. Add in the lackluster assist and steal production, and this was a tough night for fantasy managers rostering Alexander-Walker. He'll look to bounce back on Monday against the Pacers. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson (ankle) sits out fourth quarter
Sat, Oct 31, 2026, 3:38 PM
Jalen Johnson (ankle) recorded 13 points (5-of-11 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), seven rebounds, four assists, one block and one three-pointer in Saturday's loss to the Pelicans.
Analysis: Johnson played the entire third quarter, but that would be the last we'd see of him on the court Saturday night. The Hawks forward sprained his left ankle, and while Johnson was questionable to return, he didn't, as the game got out of hand. Atlanta's four-game Week 3 begins on Monday against the Pacers and includes a back-to-back. If Johnson misses time, Aaron Wiggins (10/2/1/1/1 with two three-pointers) could become more important. |
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CJ McCollum CJ McCollum scores 14 points vs. New Orleans
Sat, Oct 31, 2026, 3:37 PM
CJ McCollum finished Saturday's loss to the Pelicans with 14 points (5-of-9 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), two rebounds, two assists, one steal and two three-pointers.
Analysis: Playing in New Orleans for the first time since he was traded to Washington in the summer of 2025, McCollum had a relatively quiet Saturday night. The field-goal percentage was good, but CJ's overall stat line was a bit lean. The Hawks lost Jalen Johnson to a sprained ankle in the second half, and McCollum may be needed to produce more offensively if the star forward misses time. Atlanta plays four games next week, starting with Indiana on Monday. |
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Xavier Cooks Kingston Flemings picks up 1st career ejection
Sat, Oct 31, 2026, 3:31 PM
Kingston Flemings was ejected from Saturday's game against the Pelicans with 3:04 remaining in the fourth quarter.
Analysis: Flemings was ejected after an altercation with New Orleans' Bryce McGowens. After McGowens blocked Flemings' layup attempt, the rookie guard threw an elbow at the face of the Pelicans' wing while play headed in the opposite direction. Multiple players from both teams left their benches, but no one else was ejected because the Hawks had called a timeout. Flemings finished with 12 points, two rebounds, six assists, four steals and one three-pointer. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson (ankle) questionable to return
Sat, Oct 31, 2026, 3:15 PM
Kevin Chouinard
Jalen Johnson (ankle) is questionable to return to Saturday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis: Johnson suffered a sprained left ankle during the third quarter and has not played at all in the fourth. With Asa Newell shifting to the backup center role due to Jock Landale's hip injury, Aaron Wiggins may have to pick up the slack if Johnson can't return. |
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Jock Landale Jock Landale (hip) will not return Saturday
Sat, Oct 31, 2026, 2:05 PM
Brad Rowland
Jock Landale (hip) will not return to Saturday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis: Landale played just over one minute before exiting Saturday's game in the first quarter with a left hip injury. Asa Newell has entered the rotation off the bench and could retain that role if Landale misses time beyond Saturday. |
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Jock Landale Jock Landale (hip) questionable to return Saturday
Sat, Oct 31, 2026, 1:58 PM
Atlanta Hawks
Jock Landale (hip) is questionable to return to Saturday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis: Landale played for one minute before leaving Saturday's game with a left hip injury. If he can't return, Asa Newell will likely play rotation minutes off the bench. |
Aaron Wiggins Aaron Wiggins scores 20 points off bench vs. Cavs
Thu, Oct 29, 2026, 5:07 PM
Aaron Wiggins provided a boost off the bench with 20 points (8-of-14 FGs), seven rebounds, three assists, one block and four three-pointers on Thursday against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Wiggins continued to shine off the bench for Atlanta. He has scored in double figures in every game this season, and after being held to just 10 points in Wednesday's loss to the Heat, he responded with a new season high for scoring in this one. He has been excellent in fantasy basketball thus far, mostly because he is averaging 3.0 triples per game and has hit at least two shots from beyond the arc in every game this season. |
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Nickeil Alexander-Walker Nickeil Alexander-Walker stays hot with 25 points
Thu, Oct 29, 2026, 4:55 PM
Nickeil Alexander-Walker lit up the Cavaliers with 25 points (8-of-17 FGs), three rebounds, one assist, one block and four three-pointers on Thursday.
Analysis: 24 hours after NAW scored 23 points in a loss to Miami, he was able to surpass that mark in a win. His scoring had been slightly down since he dropped 31 points in the season opener, but he has been able to get back on track as of late. Outside of a drop in free throw percentage, his production has been in line with what he did during last season's breakout. If he continues to contribute at this level, he'll be one of the better players in fantasy basketball once again. |
Onyeka Okongwu Okongwu tallies 29/12 double-double vs. Cavs
Thu, Oct 29, 2026, 4:48 PM
Onyeka Okongwu led the Hawks with 29 points (11-of-17 FGs), 12 rebounds, two assists, one steal, one block and four three-pointers in a 114-111 win over the Cavaliers on Thursday.
Analysis: It has been a rough start to the year for Okongwu, but he was finally able to get things going in this game. Entering this game, his season high for scoring was 11 points, and he hadn't recorded a double-double yet. This was by far his best performance of the year and hopefully a sign of things to come. He'll look to keep it going against the Pelicans on Saturday. |
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Xavier Cooks Kingston Flemings has 23/5/5/1/1 line in loss vs.MIA
Wed, Oct 28, 2026, 7:18 PM
Kingston Flemings had 23 points (9-of-12 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), five rebounds, five assists, one steal, one block and three three-pointers against the Heat on Wednesday.
Analysis: Flemings came off the bench, played 28 minutes and had the best game of his young career so far. The 19-year-old rookie was impressive with 23 points on 12 attempts from the field and a full stat line. Flemings ended up playing more minutes than starter CJ McCollum, but don't expect that to continue. Timing Flemings' next outstanding performance will be difficult given his inconsistent playing time, making him more of a priority in dynasty formats. |
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