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Onyeka Okongwu Onyeka Okongwu (knee) questionable vs. New York
Sun, Apr 19, 2026, 11:22 AM
NBA Injury Report
Onyeka Okongwu (knee) is questionable for Monday's Game 2 against the Knicks.
Analysis: Okongwu, who logged 37 minutes in Saturday's series-opening defeat, is dealing with inflammation in his right knee. With Jock Landale (ankle) likely out for the series, the Hawks can ill afford to lose Okongwu. Mouhamed Gueye would see his minutes increase if Okongwu sits, and Tony Bradley may enter the rotation after being a DNP-CD in Game 1. |
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Nickeil Alexander-Walker Nickeil Alexander-Walker finishes with 17 points
Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 3:04 PM
Nickeil Alexander-Walker accounted for 17 points (6-of-17 FGs, 2-of-4 FTs), one rebound, four assists, one block and three three-pointers in Saturday's Game 1 loss to the Knicks.
Analysis: Among the most improved players in the NBA this season, Alexander-Walker struggled in his Hawks postseason debut on Saturday. He shot 3-of-9 from two and wasn't much better from beyond the arc while offering limited value in the other categories of importance. Given how well Alexander-Walker played throughout the season, nights like Saturday have not been the norm. He'll look to improve his shooting efficiency in Game 2 on Monday. |
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CJ McCollum CJ McCollum scores team-high 26 points vs. NYK
Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 3:04 PM
CJ McCollum amassed 26 points (11-of-20 FGs, 0-of-2 FTs), four rebounds, one assist, one block and four three-pointers in Saturday's Game 1 loss to the Knicks.
Analysis: After scoring 29 points in his final appearance of the regular season, McCollum got his 2026 postseason off to a good start with another efficient effort on Saturday. The veteran guard shot 55 percent from the field overall and 4-of-9 from three-point range. However, McCollum will need to clean up the turnovers, as he was responsible for five. The Hawks will look to even the series at one game apiece when they visit the Knicks again on Monday. |
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Onyeka Okongwu Onyeka Okongwu hits four triples, scores 19
Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 3:03 PM
Onyeka Okongwu tallied 19 points (6-of-9 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), seven rebounds, two assists, one block and four three-pointers in Saturday's Game 1 loss to the Knicks.
Analysis: Okongwu, who sat out the Hawks' regular-season finale with a finger injury, had no issues shooting the basketball in Saturday's series opener. Shooting 4-of-6 from beyond the arc, all that the Hawks' center's stat line lacked was a steal. The question for the Hawks in this series is whether they can get Okongwu more involved offensively, given how effective he was in Game 1. With Jock Landale (ankle) out for at least two more weeks, Double-O will need to be even better than he was on Saturday. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson scores 23 points vs. New York
Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 3:03 PM
Jalen Johnson finished Saturday's Game 1 loss to the Knicks with 23 points (8-of-19 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), seven rebounds, three assists and three three-pointers.
Analysis: Johnson was one of two Hawks to score at least 20 points in Game 1, but his overall impact was muted. Not counting Atlanta's April 10 win over the Cavaliers in which he played 25 minutes, the All-Star forward went nearly a month since the last time he recorded three assists in a game. Dyson Daniels (4/9/11/3) was Atlanta's most effective playmaker on Saturday, and they can't afford for that to be the case if they're going to win the series. Johnson will look to be more impactful in Game 2 on Monday. |
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Jock Landale Jock Landale (ankle) to miss next two weeks
Thu, Apr 16, 2026, 4:11 AM
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Jock Landale (ankle) will be re-evaluated in two weeks.
Analysis: Landale will miss the first round of the playoffs. The 30-year-old center sustained a high ankle sprain against the Magic on April 1 and has progressed in his rehabilitation, but isn't ready to return yet. Mo Gueye and Tony Bradley will be the backup center options for the Hawks in their series against the Knicks. |
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Buddy Hield Buddy Hield drops season-high 31 points off bench
Sun, Apr 12, 2026, 2:25 PM
Buddy Hield led the Hawks with 31 points (12-of-18 FGs), three rebounds, three assists, one steal and seven three-pointers in a 143-117 loss to the Heat on Sunday.
Analysis: Hield has only made a few appearances since the Hawks acquired him, mostly during blowouts. However, with the Hawks resting their rotation players, Hield was able to supply plenty of offense off the bench in just 21 minutes. He isn't going to be part of their rotation during the playoffs, but he is still a capable floor spacer. Unless the Hawks move him this offseason, he'll likely remain in a limited role again next year. |
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Corey Kispert Corey Kispert scores 21 points as starter
Sun, Apr 12, 2026, 2:22 PM
Corey Kispert lit up the Heat with 21 points (7-of-12 FGs), three rebounds, two assists and five three-pointers on Sunday.
Analysis: The Hawks rested their core pieces for this game, which allowed Kispert to return to the starting unit. He provided plenty of offense, mostly from beyond the three-point line. Since they acquired him from the Wizards, Kispert has been a solid floor spacer, but he hasn't been a large part of the rotation recently. He'll be a depth option for Atlanta during the postseason, and he is certainly capable of getting hot and swinging a game. |
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Mouhamed Gueye Mouhamed Gueye (shoulder) available Sunday
Sun, Apr 12, 2026, 11:18 AM
Mouhamed Gueye (shoulder) is available for Sunday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Gueye was initially listed as questionable with right shoulder inflammation, but has been cleared to play against the Heat on Sunday. The 23-year-old power forward's availability is certainly a positive for the Hawks as it will give them 10 active players. Gueye is an option to start with the Hawks missing all five starters. |
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Mouhamed Gueye Mouhamed Gueye (shoulder) questionable vs. Miami
Sun, Apr 12, 2026, 7:18 AM
NBA Injury Report
Mouhamed Gueye (shoulder) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Gueye is a new addition to the Hawks' injury report due to right shoulder inflammation. If he can play, Gueye may start because the Hawks' entire starting five is out. However, if he can't go, that opens the door for Tony Bradley to start. |
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Onyeka Okongwu Onyeka Okongwu (finger) downgraded to out vs. MIA
Sun, Apr 12, 2026, 7:14 AM
NBA Injury Report
Onyeka Okongwu (finger) is out for Sunday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Okongwu will sit out Sunday's regular-season finale, joining the Hawks' other four starters on the sidelines. If Mouhamed Gueye can play, he would move into the starting center role. However, he's questionable with a shoulder injury. Tony Bradley would be the next man up if Gueye sits. |
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Jonathan Kuminga Jonathan Kuminga, Gabe Vincent downgraded to out
Sun, Apr 12, 2026, 7:11 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jonathan Kuminga (knee) and Gabe Vincent (knee) are out for Sunday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Kuminga and Vincent join the long list of Hawks who won't be available for Sunday's regular-season finale. Given the absences, this should be a spot where Buddy Hield figures prominently in the rotation, possibly as a starter. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson, Nickeil Alexander-Walker ruled out
Sun, Apr 12, 2026, 7:08 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Johnson (rest) and Nickeil Alexander-Walker (toe) are out for Sunday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: The Hawks aren't playing any of their starters in Sunday's regular-season finale. Due to the absences, Zaccharie Risacher and Asa Newell are two forwards who should play plenty against the Heat. |
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Dyson Daniels Dyson Daniels, CJ McCollum downgraded to out
Sun, Apr 12, 2026, 7:05 AM
NBA Injury Report
Dyson Daniels (toe) and CJ McCollum (rest) are out for Sunday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: The Hawks are sitting their entire starting five for Sunday's game, as they'll be seeded fifth or sixth in the Eastern Conference playoffs that begin next weekend. On the perimeter, players like Zaccharie Risacher, Corey Kispert and Keaton Wallce should play plenty on Sunday. |
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Onyeka Okongwu Onyeka Okongwu, Jonathan Kuminga questionable
Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 11:37 AM
NBA Injury Report
Onyeka Okongwu (finger) and Jonathan Kuminga (knee) are questionable for Sunday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Okongwu and Kuminga sitting out Sunday's regular-season finale would free up rotation minutes for multiple players. That includes Zaccharie Risacher, whose playing time has decreased with Kuminga in the fold, Asa Newell and Mouhamed Gueye. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson, CJ McCollum questionable vs. Miami
Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 11:33 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Johnson (rest) and CJ McCollum (rest) are questionable for Sunday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Johnson and McCollum may sit out Sunday's regular-season finale, as the Hawks can finish no worse than sixth in the Eastern Conference standings, even with a loss. If available, Jonathan Kuminga is one player who may take on a heavier workload on Sunday, which makes him an intriguing option in active fantasy leagues. |
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Nickeil Alexander-Walker Alexander-Walker, Daniels questionable vs. Miami
Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 11:24 AM
NBA Injury Report
Nickeil Alexander-Walker (toe) and Dyson Daniels (toe) are questionable for Sunday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Alexander-Walker and Daniels potentially sitting out Sunday's game would free up rotation minutes for multiple players, including Gabe Vincent and Keaton Wallace. Neither is a particularly safe streaming option for managers in active fantasy leagues. |
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Dyson Daniels Dyson Daniels records triple-double vs. Cleveland
Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 3:49 PM
Dyson Daniels recorded a triple-double on Friday with 13 points (6-of-10 FGs), 10 rebounds, 12 assists and two steals against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: For the second time in his career, Daniels was able to record a triple-double, with the other coming back in January. He also recorded at least one steal for a 16th straight game, and in 13 of those, he swiped at least two steals. His shot has been worse this year, and he hasn't been quite as dominant with the steals, but Daniels is averaging career highs in both rebounds and assists, which has helped him to still be a fantasy stud. He'll continue to stuff the stat sheet as the Hawks enter the playoffs. |
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CJ McCollum CJ McCollum pours in 29 points with six triples
Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 3:43 PM
CJ McCollum lit up the Cavaliers with 29 points (11-of-16 FGs), four rebounds, four assists, two steals and six three-pointers in a 124-102 win on Friday.
Analysis: McCollum led Atlanta in scoring, though he did most of his work before the break. 25 of his 29 points came before halftime, which helped the Hawks take a 61-48 lead. They broke the game open in the third, which limited McCollum's minutes for the rest of the game. This was his third-highest scoring game since he was traded to Atlanta, and it was enough to help them clinch a playoff spot. Now, they'll need to win the regular season finale against the Heat to clinch the fifth seed in the East. Regardless, McCollum has been a strong addition, and he'll be a pivotal piece for the Hawks in the postseason. |
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Jonathan Kuminga Jonathan Kuminga contributes 24 points vs. CLE
Wed, Apr 8, 2026, 4:12 PM
Jonathan Kuminga tallied 24 points (11-of-20 FGs, 0-of-1 FTs), six rebounds, three assists and two three-pointers in Wednesday's loss to the Cavaliers.
Analysis: After scoring 20 points or more in two of his first three games as a Hawk, Kuminga entered Wednesday having scored 16 or fewer in each of his last 11 appearances. Injuries have been a factor, but the former Warriors lottery pick has also battled inconsistency. Kuminga's performance against the Cavaliers was a glimpse of what he's capable of when locked in, and the Hawks will need to see that version consistently during the postseason. |
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