| News |
|---|
|
Jalen Johnson ATL: NAW, Johnson, Okongwu, Daniels, CJ to start
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 12:56 PM
Brad Rowland
Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Onyeka Okongwu, Dyson Daniels, CJ McCollum and Jalen Johnson will start Wednesday vs. the Pistons.
Analysis: Johnson (shoulder) will return from injury to provide a boost to Atlanta's opening unit on Wednesday. The Hawks have won 13 of their past 14 games, which has led them to the sixth seed in the Eastern Conference standings with 10 games left in their season. Each game will be of significance as they try to avoid the Play-In Tournament, making Johnson's return all the more important. |
|
Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson (shoulder) upgraded to available
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 11:35 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Johnson (shoulder) is available for Wednesday's game against the Pistons.
Analysis: Johnson is back after a two-game absence with left shoulder inflammation. His return means that Mouhamed Gueye, who recorded a double-double in Saturday's win over the Warriors, will head back to the bench, eliminating most of his fantasy value. |
|
Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson (shoulder) questionable vs. Detroit
Tue, Mar 24, 2026, 11:04 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Johnson (shoulder) is questionable to play against the Pistons on Wednesday.
Analysis: Johnson has missed Atlanta's two games with shoulder inflammation, but he could return to take on Detroit. Mouhamed Gueye has been starting in place of Johnson and would get another opportunity to start if Johnson remains out. Gueye had a double-double as a starter on Saturday but was quiet in Monday's blowout win over the Grizzlies. |
|
CJ McCollum CJ McCollum has 15 points, nine assists in big win
Mon, Mar 23, 2026, 4:20 PM
CJ McCollum had 15 points (5-of-11 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), four rebounds, nine assists, one steal and three three-pointers in Monday's win over the Grizzlies.
Analysis: McCollum took on more of a playmaking role in this one with Jalen Johnson (shoulder) sidelined. The 34-year-old shooting guard had 15 points and nine assists in the blowout 146-107 win. McCollum was a team-high +31 in 22 minutes. He would've been able to have an even better fantasy game if the game was closer and he played more minutes. |
|
Nickeil Alexander-Walker Nickeil Alexander-Walker has 26 points in win
Mon, Mar 23, 2026, 4:14 PM
Nickeil Alexander-Walker had 26 points (8-of-11 FGs, 6-of-6 FTs), two rebounds, six assists, one steal and four three-pointers in Monday's 146-107 victory over the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Alexander-Walker has now scored at least 20 points in eight of his last 10 games. The 27-year-old shooting guard had 26 points in 26 minutes as the Hawks crushed the Grizzlies 146-107 on Monday. He could've had an even better game had the game been closer and he played more minutes. Alexander-Walker has provided eighth overall per game value over the last two weeks. The Hawks have three more games in Week 22 with a matchup against the Pistons on Wednesday up next. |
|
Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson (shoulder) out Monday vs. Grizzlies
Mon, Mar 23, 2026, 11:33 AM
Jalen Johnson (shoulder) is out for Monday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Johnson is set to miss another game with a shoulder injury as he's been ruled out for Monday's game against the Grizzlies. Mouhamed Gueye moved into the starting lineup for Saturday's win over the Warriors and had 16 points and four three-pointers. Gueye figures to get another start with Johnson sidelined. |
|
Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson (shoulder) questionable vs. Memphis
Sun, Mar 22, 2026, 12:53 PM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Johnson (shoulder) is questionable for Monday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Johnson did not play in Saturday's win over the Warriors, with Mouhamed Gueye replacing him in the starting lineup. Gueye had one of his best games as a pro, shooting 6-of-6 from the field and tallying 16 points and four three-pointers. He'll likely get another start if Johnson can't play on Monday. |
|
Mouhamed Gueye Mouhamed Gueye doesn't miss, scores 16 points
Sat, Mar 21, 2026, 5:27 PM
Mouhamed Gueye tallied 16 points (6-of-6 FGs), 10 rebounds, two assists, three blocks and four three-pointers in Saturday's win over the Warriors.
Analysis: With Jalen Johnson (shoulder) sidelined, Gueye was moved into the starting lineup on Saturday. And he took advantage of the opportunity, not missing a shot while recording a double-double and blocking three shots. Jonathan Kuminga (2/4/2/1) struggled in a reserve role, shooting 1-of-9 from the field. Gueye's performance may be enough to keep him in the starting lineup if Johnson is not back for Monday's game against the Grizzlies. |
|
CJ McCollum CJ McCollum records 23 points, five assists
Sat, Mar 21, 2026, 5:27 PM
CJ McCollum accumulated 23 points (10-of-16 FGs, 2-of-4 FTs), three rebounds, five assists and one three-pointer in Saturday's win over the Warriors.
Analysis: Since the All-Star break, McCollum has provided ninth-round value in eight-cat formats. His production has been good enough to merit rostering in 12-team formats, and there's a chance CJ becomes more valuable in 10-team formats during Week 21. The Hawks play four games, and an extended absence for Jalen Johnson (shoulder) would change the equation for McCollum and the other healthy starters. |
|
Dyson Daniels Dyson Daniels posts 28/7/6/4 line vs. Warriors
Sat, Mar 21, 2026, 5:27 PM
Dyson Daniels amassed 28 points (12-of-17 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), seven rebounds, six assists, four steals and two three-pointers in Saturday's win over the Warriors.
Analysis: With no Jalen Johnson in the lineup, the Hawks needed more production from their available players, and Daniels delivered. One night removed from scoring three points in a loss to the Rockets, he put up a season-high tally against the Warriors. Add in the rebounds, assists and steals, and this was an excellent end to Week 21 for Daniels and the Hawks. Atlanta plays four games in Week 22, starting with Memphis on Monday. |
|
Mouhamed Gueye ATL starts NAW, McCollum, Daniels, Gueye, Okongwu
Sat, Mar 21, 2026, 1:38 PM
NBA Lineups
Nickeil Alexander-Walker, CJ McCollum, Dyson Daniels, Mouhamed Gueye and Onyeka Okongwu will start Saturday's game against the Warriors.
Analysis: The Hawks won't have Jalen Johnson (shoulder) for Saturday's game. It will be Gueye who fills the void in the starting lineup, with Jonathan Kuminga coming off the bench. The promotion gives Gueye a modest boost, but he is not worth the risk in redraft leagues. |
|
Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson (shoulder) downgraded to out vs. GSW
Sat, Mar 21, 2026, 12:21 PM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Johnson (shoulder) is out for Saturday's game against the Warriors.
Analysis: A late addition to the injury report, Johnson will not play against the Warriors. Jonathan Kuminga could move into the starting lineup, as he was the replacement the last time Johnson missed a game due to injury. |
|
Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson (shoulder) questionable vs. Warriors
Sat, Mar 21, 2026, 12:00 PM
Kevin Chouinard
Jalen Johnson (shoulder) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Warriors.
Analysis: Absent from the Hawks' initial injury report for Saturday's game, Johnson is now considered questionable. Obviously, that is not the trend the Hawks or fantasy managers want to see. If Johnson can't play on Saturday, Jonathan Kuminga could make a spot start against his former team. |
|
Nickeil Alexander-Walker Nickeil Alexander-Walker scores team-high 21
Fri, Mar 20, 2026, 4:59 PM
Nickeil Alexander-Walker produced 21 points (6-of-12 FGs, 8-of-9 FTs), four rebounds, four assists, one steal and one three-pointer in Friday's loss to the Rockets.
Analysis: Alexander-Walker has scored 20 points or more in each of his last four appearances, as he continues to provide reliable fantasy value. Since the All-Star break, the Hawks' guard has provided second-round value in eight-cat formats. Even Jalen Johnson, who has been a first-round player for most of the season, has not been that productive for fantasy managers. The Hawks host the Warriors on Saturday in their final game of Week 21. |
|
Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson limited to 14 points vs. Houston
Fri, Mar 20, 2026, 4:59 PM
Jalen Johnson tallied 14 points (6-of-12 FGs), five rebounds, three assists, one steal and two three-pointers in Friday's loss to the Rockets.
Analysis: Atlanta's 11-game win streak came to a screeching halt on Friday, with the Rockets doing a good job of limiting Johnson's overall impact. The three assists were the fewest he's had in a game that he's played at least 20 minutes since October 27. That alone is a reminder of how productive Johnson has been this season. It would be unsurprising if he rebounded with a big night against the Warriors on Saturday. |
|
Jonathan Kuminga Jonathan Kuminga (knee) ruled out vs. Houston
Thu, Mar 19, 2026, 12:10 PM
NBA Injury Report
Jonathan Kuminga (knee) is out for Friday's game against the Rockets.
Analysis: Friday's game is the first of two in as many nights for the Hawks, who host the Warriors on Saturday. Given the history between Kuminga and the Warriors, he should be expected to be available for that matchup. Mouhamed Gueye should step into the frontcourt rotation, but there's no need to stream him. |
|
Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson posts 17/11/9/2 line vs. Dallas
Wed, Mar 18, 2026, 5:44 PM
Jalen Johnson produced 17 points (7-of-19 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), 11 rebounds, nine assists, two steals and two three-pointers in Wednesday's win over the Mavericks.
Analysis: Johnson didn't have his best night shooting the basketball, but he finished one assist shy of a triple-double on Wednesday. Since the All-Star break, the Hawks' forward has provided second-round value in eight-cat formats, which aligns with his season-long value. And with Atlanta's 11-game win streak, they're now one game in the loss column out of sixth in the East. |
|
Nickeil Alexander-Walker Nickeil Alexander-Walker hits four triples
Wed, Mar 18, 2026, 5:43 PM
Nickeil Alexander-Walker recorded 22 points (8-of-14 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), one rebound, two assists, two steals, one block and four three-pointers in Wednesday's win over the Mavericks.
Analysis: Alexander-Walker has gotten his Week 21 off to an excellent start. After dropping a career-high 41 points on Monday, he helped extend Atlanta's win streak to 11 games with another quality showing on Wednesday. The overall stat line may have been modest, especially in comparison to what Alexander-Walker did on Monday, but there's no need for concern. Since the All-Star break, he has provided first-round value in eight-cat formats. |
|
CJ McCollum CJ McCollum scores team-high 24 points vs. Dallas
Wed, Mar 18, 2026, 5:43 PM
CJ McCollum tallied 24 points (9-of-14 FGs, 6-of-7 FTs), seven assists, two steals and one blocked shot in Wednesday's win over the Mavericks.
Analysis: After going off for 30 points in a March 14 win over the Bucks, McCollum crashed back to earth in Monday's win over the Magic. The good news for fantasy managers is that the veteran guard did not take long to turn things around, as he scored 24 points on good percentages against the Mavericks. Add in the assists, and many category league managers will be reasonably pleased with McCollum's showing on Wednesday. |
|
Jonathan Kuminga Jonathan Kuminga (knee) upgraded to available
Wed, Mar 18, 2026, 1:21 PM
NBA Injury Report
Jonathan Kuminga (knee) is available for Wednesday's game against the Mavericks.
Analysis: Kuminga is good to go after initially being listed as questionable for Wednesday's game. He'll take on his usual reserve role, which limits the Hawks' wing's fantasy value due to the limited playing time. |
Connect With Us:
