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Onyeka Okongwu Onyeka Okongwu (knee) plays 30 minutes in Game 2
Mon, Apr 20, 2026, 5:06 PM
Onyeka Okongwu (knee) finished Monday's Game 2 win over the Knicks with 15 points (6-of-9 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), eight rebounds, one assist and two three-pointers.
Analysis: A game-time call for Game 2 due to right knee inflammation, Okongwu was able to play 30 minutes without any issues. And he held his own against New York's Karl-Anthony Towns, grabbing as many rebounds while scoring three fewer points. For the Hawks to win this series, they'll need Okongwu to hold serve more often than not against KAT, which he is certainly capable of doing. Game 3 is on Thursday in Atlanta. |
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Jalen Johnson Jalen Johnson records 17 points, eight rebounds
Mon, Apr 20, 2026, 5:05 PM
Jalen Johnson amassed 17 points (6-of-12 FGs, 5-of-5 FTs), eight rebounds, three assists and one steal in Monday's Game 2 win over the Knicks.
Analysis: New York's Josh Hart has been solid defensively against Johnson in the first two games of this series, but the Hawks' forward shot the ball better than he did in Game 1. After shooting 8-of-19 from the field in Game 1, Johnson made 50 percent of his attempts in Game 2. Add in the rebounds, and this was a solid effort on a night when the Hawks received key contributions from multiple players. It would be unsurprising if Johnson had a big night in Game 3 on Thursday after Atlanta grabbed the momentum with its comeback in Game 2. |
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Jonathan Kuminga Jonathan Kuminga records 19 points, full line
Mon, Apr 20, 2026, 5:05 PM
Jonathan Kuminga accounted for 19 points (7-of-12 FGs, 4-of-6 FTs), our rebounds, one assist, two steals, one block and one three-pointer in Monday's Game 2 win over the Knicks.
Analysis: Kuminga's play in Game 2 was one of the underlying reasons why the Hawks came back to even the series. The Hawks' forward shot 6-of-8 from inside the arc, and his defensive ability allowed Atlanta to keep Dyson Daniels (6/4/2/2/1) on the bench in crunch time. As a result, there was no one on the court the Knicks could hide Jalen Brunson or Karl-Anthony Towns on defensively, which factored into CJ McCollum taking over late. Kuminga played 35 minutes on Monday, and that may also be the case for Game 3 on Thursday. |
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CJ McCollum CJ McCollum scores 32, walks down the Knicks
Mon, Apr 20, 2026, 5:02 PM
CJ McCollum tallied 32 points (12-of-22 FGs, 5-of-7 FTs), three rebounds, six assists, two steals, one block and three three-pointers in Monday's Game 2 win over the Knicks.
Analysis: McCollum and the Hawks appeared headed for a 0-2 deficit, but an elite fourth quarter on both ends of the floor shifted the series momentum to Atlanta. While he did miss two free throws with 5.6 seconds remaining that would have extended the Hawks' lead to three, McCollum was outstanding throughout Game 2. Productive enough to keep the visitors within striking distance during the third quarter, McCollum was the main reason why the Hawks walked down the Knicks in the fourth. Game 3 is on Thursday in Atlanta. |
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Mouhamed Gueye Mouhamed Gueye (hip) available to return
Mon, Apr 20, 2026, 3:15 PM
Atlanta Hawks
Mouhamed Gueye (hip) is available to return to Monday's Game 2 against the Knicks.
Analysis: Gueye suffered a right hip contusion during the first quarter, resulting in Tony Bradley playing six minutes in his stead. While Gueye has not offered much production when on the floor, he's needed due to Atlanta's lack of frontcourt depth. |
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Mouhamed Gueye Mouhamed Gueye (hip) questionable to return
Mon, Apr 20, 2026, 2:51 PM
Atlanta Hawks
Mouhamed Gueye (hip) is questionable for Monday's Game 2 against the Knicks.
Analysis: Gueye fell hard on his right hip after attempting to complete a dunk during the first quarter. The Hawks' forward remained down on the court for a few minutes before slowly walking back to the locker room. Tony Bradley has entered the rotation and will likely stay there if Gueye can't return. |
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Onyeka Okongwu Onyeka Okongwu (knee) upgraded to available
Mon, Apr 20, 2026, 12:24 PM
NBA Injury Report
Onyeka Okongwu (knee) is out for Monday's Game 2 against the Knicks.
Analysis: Okongwu's inflamed right knee will not keep him out of Monday's game, with the Hawks needing a win to even the series at one game apiece. Mouhamed Gueye will remain in the backup center role, while Tony Bradley may pick up another DNP-CD. |
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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
Brad Rowland
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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