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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. |
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. |
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. |
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. |
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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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson has 12/9/11 line in loss vs. Heat
Wed, Oct 28, 2026, 4:39 PM
Jalen Johnson had 12 points (4-of-12 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), nine rebounds, 11 assists, two blocks and two three-pointers in Wednesday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Johnson was just one rebound shy of a triple-double. While that makes for a somewhat solid stat line, he also shot 4-of-12 from the field and was -23 in 36 minutes in a 12-point loss at home to the Heat, who entered play Wednesday winless. It'll be a quick turnaround for Johnson as the Hawks take on the Cavaliers at home Thursday. |
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Nickeil Alexander-Walker Nickeil Alexander-Walker has 23 points in loss
Wed, Oct 28, 2026, 4:30 PM
Nickeil Alexander-Walker had 23 points (8-of-18 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), three rebounds, one assist, one steal and five three-pointers against the Heat on Wednesday.
Analysis: Alexander-Walker led the Hawks with 23 points, breaking a stretch of three consecutive games where he fell short of at least 20 points. He's made at least four three-pointers in three of five games so far this season. Alexander-Walker averaged a career-high 3.2 made three-pointers per game last season and he's carried his outside shooting success into this year. |
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Aaron Wiggins Aaron Wiggins (knee) upgraded to available Weds.
Wed, Oct 28, 2026, 11:07 AM
NBA Injury Report
Aaron Wiggins (knee) is available for Wednesday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Wiggins is good to go after being listed as probable on the Hawks' initial injury report. He's averaging nearly 16 points per game so far, so managers in deeper leagues may get value from rostering Wiggins while he's performing well. |
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Aaron Wiggins Aaron Wiggins (knee) now probable vs. Miami
Wed, Oct 28, 2026, 6:31 AM
Kevin Chouinard
Aaron Wiggins (knee) is probable to play against the Heat on Wednesday.
Analysis: Wiggins was initially listed as questionable, but he is now expected to suit up against Miami. He has been a valuable piece off the bench for the Hawks so far this season and should continue to play a significant reserve role, where he has averaged 15.8 points per game this season. |
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Aaron Wiggins Aaron Wiggins (knee) questionable Wednesday
Tue, Oct 27, 2026, 11:13 AM
NBA Injury Report
Aaron Wiggins (knee) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Wiggins, who has averaged 15.8 points per game through four appearances, is dealing with a left knee contusion. If he can't play on Wednesday, Corey Kispert could slide into the back end of the Hawks' rotation. |
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Onyeka Okongwu Onyeka Okongwu posts 11/9/1/2/1 line vs. Houston
Mon, Oct 26, 2026, 5:42 PM
Onyeka Okongwu posted a full line on Monday with 11 points (5-of-10 FGs), nine rebounds, one assist, two steals, one block and one three-pointer against the Rockets.
Analysis: To put it mildly, it has been a rough start to the year for Okongwu. This was his best performance of the year as he posted season highs in points, rebounds and steals. That isn't saying much, but his lack of minutes has been the biggest concern. Only one game was impacted by a blowout, but he is currently averaging 4.5 fewer minutes per game that what he saw last season. Unless that changes, he won't be able to make as much of an impact as he did last year. |
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CJ McCollum CJ McCollum scores season-high 20 points vs. HOU
Mon, Oct 26, 2026, 5:38 PM
CJ McCollum lit up the Rockets with 20 points (8-of-16 FGs), one rebound, three assists, three steals and four three-pointers on Monday.
Analysis: McCollum has been a solid source of offense for the Hawks since they traded for him last season. So far this year, his production has been underwhelming, but this ended up being his best scoring performance of the season. He has been efficient as a scorer, but the lack of volume has prevented him from making much of an impact for fantasy managers. Still, as a starter, he'll continue to produce standard-league value. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson produces 21/9/4/2/2 line vs. Houston
Mon, Oct 26, 2026, 5:31 PM
Jalen Johnson led the Hawks with 21 points (5-of-14 FGs, 10-of-12 FTs), nine rebounds, four assists, two steals, two blocks and one three-pointer in a 120-110 loss to the Rockets on Monday.
Analysis: It wasn't as dominant of a performance as he put together against Houston on Saturday, but Johnson was still able to provide value across the board in the rematch. However, that didn't change the result on the scoreboard. Johnson will continue to stuff the stat sheet for Atlanta, which has allowed him to be one of the best players in fantasy basketball so far this season despite a rough start shooting the ball. |
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CJ McCollum CJ McCollum scores 17 points in loss to Rockets
Sat, Oct 24, 2026, 5:46 PM
CJ McCollum finished with 17 points (7-of-14 FGs), two rebounds, one assist and one three-pointer against the Rockets on Saturday.
Analysis: McCollum has been a solid scorer for Atlanta so far this season, though he hasn't contributed much value in other categories. 14 of his 17 points in this game came in the second half, but that wasn't enough for them to get the win. McCollum should provide more assists than he has to this point, but in category leagues, the buckets are the only thing he'll provide consistently. |
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