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Jalen Johnson Johnson records 33/12/10 triple-double in return
Sat, Jan 31, 2026, 3:37 PM
Jalen Johnson recorded a monster triple-double during Saturday's loss to the Pacers, finishing with 33 points (12-of-29 FGs, 6-of-8 FTs), 12 rebounds, 10 assists and three steals over 36 minutes.
Analysis: Johnson showed zero signs of rust in his return from a brief one-game absence due to left calf tightness, recording his eighth triple-double of the season. The 24-year-old rising star poured in 21 of his game-high 33 points during the opening half, ultimately hoisting a season-high 29 attempts as Atlanta mounted a late comeback effort that fell just short. He's emerged as a certifiable all-around fantasy force, averaging 23.1 points, 10.5 rebounds, 8.0 assists, 1.3 steals and 0.5 blocks through 46 games. The Hawks have three games on tap next week including showdowns against the Heat, Jazz and Hornets. |
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Mouhamed Gueye Gueye scores 15 points in start against Pacers
Sat, Jan 31, 2026, 3:36 PM
Mouhamed Gueye finished with 15 points (4-of-9 FGs, 7-of-9 FTs), four rebounds, three steals and one block over 31 minutes in Saturday's loss to the Pacers.
Analysis: Gueye made the most of his starting opportunity in place of an injured Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) by scoring double-digit points for just the eighth time this season. The 23-year-old big man is averaging just over 16 minutes per-game this year and should return to a reduced role next week once Okongwu is back from a brief absence. |
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Mouhamed Gueye ATL starts NAW, Daniels, Risacher, Johnson, Gueye
Sat, Jan 31, 2026, 12:43 PM
NBA Lineups
Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Dyson Daniels, Zaccharie Risacher, Jalen Johnson and Mouhamed Gueye will start Saturday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: The Hawks have made three changes to the starting lineup for Saturday's game. Risacher returns from an extended absence, and he'll start immediately in a move that pushes Corey Kispert to the bench. Johnson's return doesn't force anyone to the bench, as Vit Krej?Ã (ankle) is out. The third change is Gueye, who will fill the void left by Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) two nights after Christian Koloko did the honors. |
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Onyeka Okongwu Snyder: Okongwu (mouth) facing extended absence
Sat, Jan 31, 2026, 11:56 AM
Dustin Dopirak
Hawks head coach Quin Snyder said on Saturday that he expects Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) to be out for âa while.â
Analysis: Okongwu lost a few teeth during Wednesday's win over the Celtics, as he took a Jaylen Brown elbow to the mouth. After undergoing dental surgery the following day, the Hawks' center is looking at an extended absence as he recovers. Christian Koloko moved into the starting lineup for Thursday's loss to the Rockets, and that's likely to be his job for the foreseeable future. |
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Vit Krejci Vit Krej?Ã (ankle) downgraded to out vs. Indiana
Sat, Jan 31, 2026, 11:52 AM
NBA Injury Report
Vit Krej?Ã (ankle) is out for Saturday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Added to the Hawks' injury report earlier Saturday, Krej?Ã is officially out. His absence coincides with Jalen Johnson's return from a one-game absence, so Johnson will reclaim his place in the starting lineup. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson (calf) upgraded to available vs. IND
Sat, Jan 31, 2026, 11:46 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Johnson (calf) is available for Saturday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Johnson is good to go after tightness in his left calf sidelined him for Thursday's loss to the Rockets. Vit Krej?Ã, who returned to the starting lineup on Thursday, is out for Saturday's game, freeing up Johnson's spot in the lineup. |
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Vit Krejci Vit Krej?Ã (ankle) questionable vs. Indiana
Sat, Jan 31, 2026, 7:09 AM
NBA Injury Report
Vit Krej?Ã (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Krej?Ã is a new addition to the Hawks' injury report. While his production has not made him a factor in fantasy basketball with Zaccharie Risacher out, he has provided depth off the bench. However, Risacher is also questionable for Saturday, and his return would lessen the impact of Krej?Ã's absence if he can't play. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson (calf) questionable Saturday
Fri, Jan 30, 2026, 11:04 AM
Jalen Johnson (calf) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Johnson missed Thursday's game against the Rockets with left calf tightness. He's once again listed as questionable for the same injury Saturday against the Pacers. Corey Kispert moved into the starting lineup for Thursday's game and had 17 points. He could start again if Johnson remains out, but isn't worth rostering in most fantasy leagues. |
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CJ McCollum CJ McCollum pours in 23 points vs. Houston
Thu, Jan 29, 2026, 4:40 PM
CJ McCollum led the Hawks with 23 points (9-of-19 FGs), five rebounds, two assists and five three-pointers in a 104-86 loss to the Rockets on Thursday.
Analysis: For the third time in his last four games, McCollum finished with at least 20 points, though it wasn't enough to keep the shorthanded Hawks' winning streak alive. His tenure with the team got off to a shaky start, but he has picked up his production as of late. If they continue to play without Jalen Johnson (calf), McCollum's shot creation will be vital to keeping this team afloat. He'll look to keep it going against the Pacers on Saturday. |
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Christian Koloko Christian Koloko posts 6/7/2/1/1 line vs. Houston
Thu, Jan 29, 2026, 4:34 PM
Christian Koloko started on Thursday and contributed six points (3-of-7 FGs), seven rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block against the Rockets.
Analysis: With Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) sidelined for this game, Koloko got his first start as a Hawk. With Okongwu ruled out for Saturday's game against Indiana, he should get the nod again in what will be a more favorable matchup for him. Koloko didn't do much scoring, but he was decent on the glass and was able to contribute defensively. He'll hold streaming upside in another start against the Pacers, but managers shouldn't expect a monster performance. |
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Christian Koloko ATL starting NAW, Daniels, Krejci, Kispert, Koloko
Thu, Jan 29, 2026, 1:41 PM
Brad Rowland
Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Dyson Daniels, Vit Krejci, Corey Kispert and Christian Koloko will start against the Rockets on Thursday.
Analysis: Atlanta will be incredibly shorthanded for this game, with Jalen Johnson (calf) and Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) both sidelined. Krejci and Koloko will join the starting group, and there should be extra minutes off the bench available for Mouhamed Gueye and Asa Newell. |
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Onyeka Okongwu Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) out Saturday vs. Indiana
Thu, Jan 29, 2026, 12:26 PM
brad Rowland
Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) will not be available for Saturday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Okongwu exited Wednesday's game against the Celtics after being hit in the mouth by Jaylen Brown, resulting in a dental fracture that required surgery. As a result, he'll miss at least two games, starting with Thursday's matchup with the Rockets. Okongwu is considered day-to-day, and the Hawks will rely on Mouhamed Gueye and Christian Koloko to fill the resulting void. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson (calf) ruled out vs. Houston
Thu, Jan 29, 2026, 11:03 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Johnson (calf) has been ruled out against the Rockets on Thursday.
Analysis: Johnson has been ruled out for the second leg of this back-to-back. Atlanta will be incredibly shorthanded for this game with Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) also sidelined. Mouhamed Gueye has shined as a starter in place of Johnson previously, though there should be plenty of minutes for Asa Newell as well. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson (calf) questionable for Thursday
Thu, Jan 29, 2026, 7:17 AM
Jalen Johnson is questionable for Thursday's game against the Rockets with left calf tightness.
Analysis: Johnson played 33 minutes in Wednesday night's game against the Celtics and didn't seem to suffer an injury, so this could be generic wear and tear. That being said, missing Johnson, who has emerged as a legit star this season, would be a big loss for the Hawks. Corey Kispert and Luke Kennard would likely see more minutes, with Nickiel Alexander-Walker and Dyson Daniels getting an uptick in usage. |
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Onyeka Okongwu Okongwu ruled out with dental fracture
Thu, Jan 29, 2026, 7:14 AM
Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Rockets.
Analysis: Okongwu took an elbow to the face in Wednesday's game against the Celtics and was left with a bloody mouth and fractured teeth. He had a procedure done on Thursday and will be held out for at least this game. Christian Koloko and Mouhamed Gueye figure to see an increase in minutes, but the usage should still run through the Hawks' main playmakers. |
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Onyeka Okongwu Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) records 17, full line
Wed, Jan 28, 2026, 4:11 PM
Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) produced 17 points (6-of-12 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), six rebounds, three assists, two steals, one block and two three-pointers in Wednesday's win over the Celtics.
Analysis: Okongwu left Wednesday's game with 6:43 remaining due to a shot to the mouth that he took from Boston's Jaylen Brown. Okongwu would make his two free throws before heading back to the locker room, and he did not return. The overall production from the Hawks' center was good, so fantasy managers didn't lose out on too much due to Okongwu's premature departure. The Hawks host the Rockets on Friday; hopefully, the mouth injury doesn't cost him any time. |
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Dyson Daniels Dyson Daniels dishes out nine assists vs. Boston
Wed, Jan 28, 2026, 4:10 PM
Dyson Daniels recorded 15 points (7-of-11 FGs), six rebounds, nine assists, five steals, one block and one three-pointer in Wednesday's win over the Celtics.
Analysis: Wednesday's stat line was what fantasy managers have hoped to see from Daniels consistently. In addition to the efficient shooting, he was effective as a rebounder and distributor, and the defensive production was elite. The six âstocksâ were triple Daniels' total in his prior three games. Compared to last season, the steals production has taken a hit, but Daniels remains capable of putting up a high number in that category. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson records 19/14/7 line vs. Boston
Wed, Jan 28, 2026, 4:10 PM
Jalen Johnson dropped 19 points (6-of-16 FGs, 4-of-6 FTs), 14 rebounds, seven assists and three three-pointers in Wednesday's win over the Celtics.
Analysis: Johnson finished Wednesday's victory with another quality stat line, recording his fourth double-double in five games. His production across the board makes the Hawks' forward one of the best players in fantasy basketball, providing first-round value in nine-cat formats. Johnson and the Hawks host the Rockets on Friday, the first of two games Atlanta will play before the end of Week 15. |
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Nickeil Alexander-Walker Alexander-Walker scores 21 points vs. Boston
Wed, Jan 28, 2026, 4:09 PM
Nickeil Alexander-Walker accounted for 21 points (7-of-15 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), one rebound, three assists, three steals and five three-pointers in Wednesday's win over the Celtics.
Analysis: Alexander-Walker led five Hawks starters in double figures on Wednesday. And for the first time in over two weeks, he's recorded consecutive 20-point games. Rostered in 54 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Alexander-Walker has been a revelation in fantasy basketball, providing top-50 per-game value in eight- and nine-cat formats according to Basketball Monster. More 10-team league managers need to hop onto the Alexander-Walker bandwagon, as he'll remain a fixture in the Hawks' starting lineup for the foreseeable future. |
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Christian Koloko Christian Koloko scores 12 points in 17 minutes
Mon, Jan 26, 2026, 10:11 AM
Christian Koloko turned in 12 points, four rebounds, an assist and three blocked shots across 17 minutes in Monday's win over Indiana.
Analysis: Koloko backed up Onyeka Okongwu (12/10/2 with a block in 31 minutes) at center, and he logged more minutes than Mouhamed Gueye (seven points and six rebounds in 13 minutes). Koloko is on a two-way deal, but he could see meaningful minutes until Kristaps Porzi??is (Achilles) returns to the lineup. The former is worth a look in deep leagues only. |
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