CJ McCollum News, Rumors, Updates - Atlanta Hawks

Continues in bench role McCollum contributed nine points (4-14 FG, 1-6 3Pt), four rebounds, three assists, two blocks and two steals across 21 minutes during Saturday's 124-121 win over the Nets.

Impact McCollum came off the bench for the third straight game, during which time he has failed to exceed 25 minutes. While he is going to continue playing a key role for Atlanta, if his playing time remains limited, his status as a must-roster player in standard leagues could be open for discussion. For now, treat him as a viable asset, with a re-evalution period in about a week, during which time Atlanta plays only twice.

18 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Alexander-Walker scores 26, Hawks down Trae Young's Wizards 120-105

Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored 26 points to lead the Atlanta Hawks to a 120-105 victory over the Washington Wizards

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Not starting Wednesday McCollum is not listed in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Washington, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact McCollum will come off the bench Wednesday. Instead, Kingston Flemings will enter the starting lineup for the first time in his career.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nearly triple-doubles McCollum ended Monday's 108-104 win over Indiana with 13 points (4-17 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), nine rebounds, 12 assists, one block and one steal across 32 minutes.

Impact McCollum endured a rough shooting night but compensated with a season-high 12 assists, narrowly missing a triple-double. He helped orchestrate Atlanta's offense while Nickeil Alexander-Walker carried the scoring load with 34 points. McCollum's playmaking and rebounding salvaged an otherwise inefficient outing, highlighting his ability to contribute to fantasy lineups even when his shot isn't falling.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Team-high 14 points McCollum finished Saturday's 121-99 loss to New Orleans with 14 points (5-9 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, two assists and one steal over 24 minutes.

Impact The Hawks struggled offensively Saturday, with the team connecting on 38.5 percent of their field-goal attempts (including 8-for-46 from three-point range). McCollum still led Atlanta in scoring, although the veteran guard is averaging only 14.4 points per game this season, which would be his lowest since the 2014-15 season with the Trail Blazers (6.8). He's not expected to be a 20-point scorer on a night-to-night basis, but McCollum would be in line for an expanded role offensively if Jalen Johnson (ankle) were to miss time.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Drops season-high 20 points McCollum amassed 20 points (8-16 FG, 4-7 3Pt), one rebound, three assists and three steals in 30 minutes during Monday's 120-110 loss to the Rockets.

Impact McCollum scored at least 20 points for the first time this season, while also tallying a season-high three steals. To this point, he has been solid enough for fantasy managers, averaging 17.3 points, 2.3 assists and 2.8 three-pointers in 26.4 minutes per game. At this stage in his career, McCollum is basically a points and threes guy, which should see him flirt with top 100 value most of the season.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Sengun has 29 points as Rockets stay unbeaten with 120-110 win over Hawks

Alperen Sengun had 29 points, nine assists and nine rebounds and the Houston Rockets remained unbeaten with a 120-110 win over the Atlanta Hawks Monday night

OCTOBER 27 • Associated Press

CJ McCollum scores 20 Points with 4 Threes in Hawks loss at Houston

OCTOBER 27 • YOUTUBE

Efficient in victory McCollum amassed 19 points (7-9 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds and three assists over 25 minutes during Wednesday's 132-125 victory over the Magic.

Impact McCollum made an immediate impact in Atlanta's starting backcourt, knocking down four triples while missing just two shots from the field. Although Nickeil Alexander-Walker led the Hawks with 31 points, McCollum provided efficient complementary scoring and should remain a dependable source of points and three-pointers.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Back in action McCollum (rest) will play in Friday's preseason finale against the Mavericks, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact McCollum and most of Atlanta's regulars rested Monday but will return to action for the final exhibition. It's unclear how many minutes the veteran will play, though he might play into the second half as a dress rehearsal for the regular season.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 14 • Associated Press

Resting Monday McCollum (rest) won't play in Monday's preseason game against the Thunder, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact McCollum and most of Atlanta's regulars won't play in the penultimate preseason game. He recorded 12 points (2-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 7-7 FT) and five rebounds across 19 minutes in Saturday's 119-117 preseason win over the Pacers.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 12 points Saturday McCollum recorded 12 points (2-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 7-7 FT) and five rebounds across 19 minutes in Saturday's 119-117 preseason win over the Pacers.

Impact McCollum attempted just four field goals but made the most of his opportunities at the free-throw line, converting all seven attempts, and his five rebounds were a nice addition to the stat line as well. The veteran guard is likely to earn most of his value through his scoring and playmaking once the regular season begins, though. He averaged 18.7 points, 3.3 rebounds and 3.9 assists per game across 76 regular-season outings in 2025-26 and is locked into a first-unit role for the upcoming 2026-27 campaign as well.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Knocks down four threes McCollum finished with 14 points (5-11 FG, 4-6 3Pt), five rebounds and four assists across 19 minutes in Thursday's 123-116 preseason win over the Spurs.

Impact McCollum provided efficient perimeter scoring, connecting on four of his six attempts from beyond the arc while leading Atlanta's starters with 14 points. The veteran guard also contributed five rebounds, including three on the offensive glass, and dished out four assists. His ability to stretch the floor and create offense should make him a valuable contributor in Atlanta's backcourt, so fantasy managers shouldn't be concerned over his limited playing time in the preseason. McDaniels is locked into a starting role ahead of the regular-season opener against the Magic on Oct. 21.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play Thursday McCollum (nose) is set to play in Thursday's preseason game against the Spurs, Lauren L. Williams of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact The veteran guard is slated for some reps Thursday after missing the preseason opener. McCollum should see action in the first half before Atlanta flips things over to their younger players in the second half.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Hawks' best starting five still includes CJ McCollum The Hawks will need to decide who will be in the starting five, Lu Dort or CJ McCollum, but last season should give Atlanta the answer.

OCTOBER 7 • SOARINGDOWNSOUTH.COM

Won't play Monday McCollum is out for Monday's preseason opener against the Grizzlies due to a nose contusion, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact McCollum is dealing with a bruised nose and will skip Monday's exhibition, but it shouldn't affect his status for the regular-season opener. His next chance to play will come Thursday in San Antonio.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 2 • SI.COM

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SEPTEMBER 29 • SOARINGDOWNSOUTH.COM

Dyson Daniels reveals key to Hawks' three-guard lineup success Dyson Daniels knows exactly why the Hawks were successful when he played alongside Nickeil Alexander-Walker and CJ McCollum.

SEPTEMBER 29 • SOARINGDOWNSOUTH.COM

Kingston Flemings may be further ahead than Hawks anticipated Hawks veteran CJ McCollum believes rookie Kingston Flemings is already ahead of his time.

SEPTEMBER 28 • SOARINGDOWNSOUTH.COM

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SEPTEMBER 22 • NBA.COM

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SEPTEMBER 17 • SI.COM

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SEPTEMBER 10 • SOARINGDOWNSOUTH.COM

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