Kobe Bufkin News, Rumors, Updates - Los Angeles Lakers

Out for remainder of Summer League The Hawks announced Thursday that Bufkin suffered a right shoulder subluxation during Tuesday's practice and will not play in the Las Vegas Summer League.

Impact While Bufkin's shoulder injury will keep him out of the Summer League, he is expected to make a full recovery ahead of training camp. The second-year guard averaged 4.8 points, 1.9 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 11.5 minutes across 17 appearances in 2023-24.

JULY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets rotation spot in return Bufkin (toe) tallied three points (1-4 FG, 1-3 3Pt), three assists, two rebounds and one block across 17 minutes off the bench in Monday's 113-101 loss to the Bulls.

Impact Suiting up for the first time since March 2 after recovering from a sprained left big toe, Bufkin supplanted Trent Forrest in the rotation as the Hawks' backup point guard and also saw some playing time in an off-ball role alongside Dejounte Murray. The rookie first-round pick could have the ability to pick up more minutes if the Hawks elect to deprioritize two-way player Vit Krejci on the wing, but if he sticks in his current backup role, Bufkin's fantasy upside will be fairly limited.

APRIL 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will be available Monday Bufkin (toe) is available to face the Bulls on Monday, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Bufkin spent most of the season in the G League with the College Park Skyhawks, but he had been out of action due to a nagging toe injury. He'll be available for Monday's matchup, though he's going to serve as a backup alternative for Dejounte Murray in a best-case scenario. He shouldn't have a lot of fantasy appeal even in the deepest of formats.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed questionable for Monday Bufkin (toe) is questionable for Monday's game against the Bulls, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Bufkin has missed the last 14 games due to a left big toe sprain, but he seems to be trending toward a return since he is listed as questionable rather than being immediately ruled out. Bufkin could find his way into the rotation should he suit up, due to the numerous injuries in Atlanta's backcourt.

MARCH 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain sidelined Saturday Bufkin (toe) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Milwaukee.

Impact The Hawks announced last week that Bufkin would be re-evaluated in 7-to-10 days, and he isn't yet ready to return to game action. It's not yet clear when he'll be able to suit up, but his next chance to do so will be Monday against Chicago.

MARCH 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out at least another week The Hawks announced Thursday that Bufkin (toe) is making progress in his re-habilitation and will be re-evaluated in 7-10 days.

Impact Bufkin hasn't played since March 2 due to a left toe sprain and will continue to miss an extended period. Vit Krejci and Trent Forrest have received increased playing time in Bufkin's absence.

MARCH 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out at least 10 days The Hawks announced Thursday that Bufkin (toe) has been diagnosed with a left big toe sprain and will be in a walking boot for the next 10 days, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podca...

Impact Bufkin has already missed Atlanta's last two contests due to a toe injury and will now remain out for an extended period. Trent Forrest should continue to receive increased playing time in his absence.

MARCH 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Wednesday Bufkin (toe) will not play in Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Bufkin will miss his second straight game, but he's considered day-to-day. Trent Forrest will likely pick up the backup point guard minutes again Wednesday after seeing 11 minutes against the Knicks on Tuesday.

MARCH 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Kobe Bufkin's Status Revealed For Tonight's Game vs the Knicks Bufkin has been the Hawks’s backup point guard while Trae Young has been sidelined with an injury

MARCH 5, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Downgraded to out Bufkin (toe) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Bufkin will join Trae Young (finger) on the sidelines, opening up a few extra minutes for Garrison Mathews, Wesley Matthews and Trent Forrest. Bufkin can be considered questionable, at best, for Wednesday's matchup versus Cleveland.

MARCH 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with toe soreness Bufkin is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Knicks due to left big toe soreness.

Impact With Trae Young (finger) sidelined, Bufkin has played double-digit minutes in four straight games, averaging 6.0 points, 3.5 assists and 2.0 rebounds in 16.3 minutes during that stretch. If he's sidelined Tuesday, Trent Forrest may see a few extra minutes off the bench.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 12 points off bench Thursday Bufkin produced 12 points (5-11 FG, 2-5 3Pt), three rebounds and three assists in 19 minutes during Thursday's 124-97 loss to the Nets.

Impact Bufkin hasn't been a regular part of the Hawks' rotation this season, but the promising floor general had to see minutes off the bench in this one due to the team's lack of depth in the backcourt. His numbers were decent, but the only real reason why he logged minutes was that it was a blowout loss, and this was a good chance to see how he performed at the NBA level following several above-average displays in the G League. Bufkin could stay with Atlanta for a few more days, but he could also return to College Park, as he's spent most of the season with the Skyhawks.

MARCH 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Called up to Atlanta Bufkin has been called up to the Hawks on Saturday ahead of Sunday's game against the Magic.

Impact Bufkin has delivered solid numbers with College Park at the G League level, averaging 23.6 points, 5.9 assists and 5.4 rebounds per game across 14 appearances. He should add depth to the bench in case Trae Young (finger) ends up being ruled out to face Orlando on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Quin Snyder Loved What He Saw From Rookie Kobe Bufkin Against the Rockets: "I thought he did a terrific job" Bufkin played close to 16 minutes for the Hawks in their win over the Rockets last night

FEBRUARY 11, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Headed back to NBA The Hawks recalled Bufkin from the G League's College Park Skyhawks on Saturday, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.

Impact Bufkin will return to the NBA after a short stint in the G League. However, the rookie guard is unlikely to receive significant playing time for the duration of his stay with Atlanta.

FEBRUARY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled to Atlanta Bufkin was recalled from the G League's College Park Skyhawks on Saturday, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Bufkin should be available for Saturday night's matchup with the Warriors following this transaction. He last appeared for the Hawks on Tuesday, recording three points, one rebound and one assist in two minutes.

FEBRUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled to NBA Atlanta recalled Bufkin from the G League's College Park Skyhawks on Friday.

Impact Bufkin will be available for Friday's game against the Suns. He appeared in Tuesday's blowout win over the Lakers, posting three points, one rebound and one assist in two minutes, but that was his first NBA appearance since Oct. 30.

FEBRUARY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Kobe Bufkin Has a Massive Night For College Park, Scoring 41 Points; Will This Lead to More Playing Time? Bufkin has continued to impress at the G-League level this season

JANUARY 30, 2024 • SUNHERALD.COM

Recalled from G League Atlanta recalled Bufkin from the G League's College Park Skyhawks on Tuesday.

Impact Bufkin is coming off the best performance of his season with the Skyhawks, as he produced 43 points (12-24 FG, 6-9 3Pt, 7-7 FT), nine rebounds, three assists, one steal and one turnover in 36 minutes against Ontario on Monday. His services may be needed if Dejounte Murray (hamstring) is downgraded to out.

JANUARY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to NBA The Hawks recalled Bufkin from the G League's College Park Skyhawks on Saturday.

Impact Bufkin will be available for Saturday's game versus the Cavaliers. The rookie guard has made just two NBA appearances so far this season, but he's been excelling in the G League of late and could crack the rotation if Trae Young (illness) ends up missing a second straight contest.

JANUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled by Atlanta The Hawks recalled Bufkin from the G League's College Park Skyhawks on Wednesday.

Impact Bufkin has performed well in the G League this season, and he'll join the parent club ahead of Wednesday's game against the Thunder. However, he's made just two appearances for Atlanta this year and is unlikely to see much playing time Wednesday.

JANUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Bufkin (thumb) has been cleared to play in Saturday's game against the Grizzlies, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.

Impact Bufkin fractured his thumb in early November and has been sidelined since. There's no guarantee he sees the floor right away, but the Hawks may need to look his way with Dejounte Murray questionable to play with a forearm contusion.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could make return Saturday Bufkin (thumb) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact After fracturing his left thumb in early November, Bufkin was fully cleared for practice Wednesday and will have his first chance to make a return. While he'll likely have his minutes monitored if available, Bufkin could see more playing time if Dejounte Murray (forearm) sits.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to full practice The Hawks announced Wednesday that Bufkin (thumb) has been cleared to return to full team practice, Mike Conti of the Atlanta Hawks Radio Network reports.

Impact Bufkin sustained a left thumb injury in early November that was expected to sideline him for at least two months, but it's encouraging that he's back at practice in a full capacity. He'll presumably need to work on ramping up before he returns to game action.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Significant absence expected Bufkin is expected to miss 8-10 weeks due to his thumb fracture, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Bufkin's initial timeline featured a re-evaluation in mid-November, but it appears that the duration of his absence will be much longer. The rookie suffered the injury on Nov. 3, placing his return to game action sometime in January.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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