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To be waived The Hawks requested waivers on Ndiaye on Wednesday.

Impact Ndiaye sustained a torn labrum in a G League game Dec. 9 and underwent season-ending surgery. The Hawks will put the young forward on waivers in order to clear up a two-way contract slot. Ndiaye didn't appear in an NBA game with the Hawks, and he's yet to make his NBA debut.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out for season Ndiaye has been diagnosed with a torn left labrum and will miss the remainder of the 2025-26 season, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact The rookie big man is on a one-year, two-way contract, but he'll end the campaign having yet to make his NBA debut. Ndiaye averaged 8.1 points and 6.9 rebounds in 26.2 minutes spanning nine appearances with the Hawks' G League affiliate.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Ndiaye (coach's decision) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Ndiaye will sit out Saturday's contest, and his next opportunity to play will come Monday against the Bulls. However, the two-way player has yet to see the floor this season and isn't guaranteed playing time.

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs three minutes in preseason Ndiaye (wrist) contributed two points (1-1 FG) over three minutes in Monday's 122-113 preseason loss to the Rockets.

Impact Ndiaye saw limited action in the Hawks' preseason opener, converting his lone shot attempt. While his minutes were minimal, his participation was an encouraging sign for his health after he missed all but one Summer League game with a wrist injury.

OCTOBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out Sunday Ndiaye (wrist) won't play in Sunday's Summer League game against the Celtics, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Ndiaye will miss his fourth consecutive Summer League game due to a left wrist injury. The 21-year-old two-way player appeared in just one outing this summer, posting 12 points (4-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block across 21 minutes in a win over Miami on July 11.

JULY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Ndiaye (wrist) has been ruled out for Thursday's Summer League game against the Grizzlies, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Ndiaye has been dealing with a wrist injury, which has kept him sidelined for the Las Vegas Summer League. It's uncertain whether he'll be able to play during the rest of the team's tournament stint.

JULY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remaining sidelined Monday Ndiaye (wrist) won't play in Monday's Summer League game against the Rockets, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Ndiaye is still wearing a brace on his injured left wrist, and his timetable for a return to the lineup remains uncertain. His next opportunity to suit up for the Hawks arrives Thursday against the Grizzlies, although it's unclear how close he is to getting back into action.

JULY 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Sunday Ndiaye (wrist) has been ruled out for Sunday's Summer League game against the Suns, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Ndiaye is dealing with a left wrist injury and will miss the first day of the club's back-to-back set. His next opportunity to suit up will come Monday against the Rockets. The 21-year-old big man came off the bench in Friday's win over Miami, contributing 12 points (4-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block across 21 minutes.

JULY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Inks deal with Hawks Ndiaye signed a two-way contract with Atlanta on Thursday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Impact Ndiaye, who's suited up for Real Madrid over the last four seasons, is an intriguing low-risk add for Atlanta. He'll presumably spend the majority of his time with the club's G League affiliate, the College Park Skyhawks, during the upcoming campaign as he continues his development.

JUNE 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE