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Luke Kennard's historic shooting splits highlights everything wrong with his game Luke Kennard has been wildly successful this season on paper, yet he hasn't helped the Hawks' offense.

JANUARY 30 • SOARINGDOWNSOUTH.COM

The case that Hawks' Luke Kennard is having the best shooting season in NBA history | Sporting News When the lefty launches, it's usually going in.

JANUARY 29 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

CJ McCollum scores 23 points and Hawks ride 17-0 second-half run to charge past Pacers 132-116

The Atlanta Hawks used a 17-0 run in the second half to take the lead and beat the Indiana Pacers 132-116

JANUARY 26 • Associated Press

Nets 18 points with four triples Kennard posted 18 points (7-9 FG, 4-5 3Pt), four rebounds, two assists and two steals over 25 minutes during Wednesday's 124-122 win over Memphis.

Impact Kennard, who had scored a total of nine points in his previous three outings, opened Wednesday's game with seven straight makes. The hot shooting resulted in some extended minutes, but we'll need to see a repeat performance before recommending Kennard as an add in standard leagues.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Grizzlies' decision to let Luke Kennard walk came back to bite in the worst way Luke Kennard was out for revenge against the Grizzlies, making the organization deeply regret letting him walk.

JANUARY 22 • SOARINGDOWNSOUTH.COM

Jalen Johnson has 32 points, 15 rebounds to lead the Hawks to a 124-122 victory over the Grizzlies

Jalen Johnson had 32 points and 15 rebounds and a key basket in the closing minute as the Atlanta Hawks used a fourth-quarter burst and held on to defeat the Memphis Grizzlies 124-...

JANUARY 22 • Associated Press

Rough night Saturday Kennard supplied two points (1-5 FG, 0-3 3Pt), four rebounds, one assist and one steal over 23 minutes during Saturday's 132-106 loss to Boston.

Impact Kennard was invisible in the loss, continuing what has been a disappointing first season in Atlanta. Outside of a brief stretch during which he scored double digits in five straight games, Kennard has not been able to lock down a consistent spot in the rotation. Through 38 appearances, he has averaged just 7.6 points and 1.5 three-pointers in 20.5 minutes per game.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Thursday Kennard (neck) is available for Thursday's game against the Trail Blazers, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.

Impact Kennard was trending in the right direction after being upgraded to probable earlier in the day, and the team has since cleared him to suit up after missing Tuesday's game with a neck sprain. He's averaging 13.0 points, 1.0 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.0 steals in his last five appearances, all as a reserve.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

On track to play Kennard (neck) has been upgraded to probable for Thursday's game against Portland.

Impact Kennard, who was previously labeled as questionable, is trending in the right direction for Atlanta. Over his last five outings, he's averaging 13.0 points, 2.4 assists, 1.0 rebounds, 1.0 steals and 3.2 three-pointers in 22.3 minutes per contest.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Thursday Kennard (neck) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Impact Kennard is in danger of missing his second straight game Thursday, but we'll have a better idea on his status based on his activity level at shootaround. If Kennard is out, Corey Kispert and CJ McCollum will help pick up the slack in the second unit.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Kennard is out for Tuesday's game against the Lakers due to a neck sprain, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact The veteran sharpshooter can be considered day-to-day ahead of Thursday's tilt in Portland. With Kennard sidelined Tuesday, Hawks newcomer Corey Kispert could be thrust into a more prominent role off the bench.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury report Kennard is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Lakers due to a neck sprain.

Impact Kennard put together a strong showing Sunday against the Warriors but evidently came away from the matchup with an injury. The team should have a better idea of his availability closer to tipoff.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Erupts for 22 points Kennard racked up 22 points (8-11 FG, 6-9 3Pt), one rebound and one assist in 20 minutes during Sunday's 124-111 victory over the Warriors.

Impact Kennard exited in the second quarter due to a neck injury but returned and caught fire, pouring in a season-high 22 points while drilling a game-high six three-pointers. The veteran's minutes have fluctuated in a reserve role across all 36 appearances this season, but elite perimeter shooting remains his calling card, as the Duke product is connecting on 47.5 percent from deep and hasn't finished below 40.0 percent since the 2019-20 campaign.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Luke Kennard lights it up with 22 points & 6 threes in Hawks Win over Warriors

JANUARY 12 • YOUTUBE

Alexander-Walker's 24 points lead 6 Hawks in double figures as Atlanta beats Warriors 124-111

Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored 24 points, Jalen Johnson contributed 23 points, 11 rebounds and six assists and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Golden State Warriors 124-111

JANUARY 12 • Associated Press

Available to return Kennard (neck) is available to return to Sunday's game against the Warriors.

Impact Kennard went to the locker room in the second quarter to be evaluated for a neck injury. He has been cleared by medical staff to return to Sunday's game.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Exits game with neck injury Kennard is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Warriors due to a neck injury, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Kennard went to the locker room during the second quarter of Sunday's game, logging four points (2-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and one rebound over nine minutes prior to his exit. New acquisitions CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert are in line for more minutes off the bench for as long as Kennard is out of the game.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Hawks roll to 117-110 victory over Pelicans as word of Trae Young-to-Wizards trade breaks

Zaccharie Risacher scored 25 points, Jalen Johnson added 19 and seven Atlanta players scored in double figures Wednesday night in a 117-100 win over the New Orleans Pelicans as the...

JANUARY 8 • Associated Press

Hawks quietly have ideal insurance plan to combat major problem in Anthony Davis trade Losing Luke Kennard in a trade with Dallas would hurt, but Vit Krejci is more than ready for an expanded role.

JANUARY 6 • SOARINGDOWNSOUTH.COM

Available Monday Kennard (back) has been cleared to play Monday against the Raptors, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Kennard sat out of Saturday's clash due to back soreness, but he'll be back in the mix Monday evening. He's averaging 8.6 points, 3.0 rebounds and 2.8 assists over his last five games.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Monday Kenard (back) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against Toronto, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Kennard missed the closing half of a back-to-back set Saturday due to back soreness, and he's at risk of missing Monday's contest as well. With Trae Young (quadriceps) out, Kennard's absence would leave the Hawks shorthanded in the backcourt.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Luke Kennard Makes A Statement After falling out of rotation Luke Kennard is finally living up to his reputation after struggling during his first year in Atlanta.

JANUARY 4 • SOARINGDOWNSOUTH.COM

Won't play Saturday Kennard has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Toronto due to back soreness, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Kennard will take a seat for the tail end of the Hawks' back-to-back set due to back pain. With Trae Young (quadriceps) also out, Atlanta will have to lean on Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Vit Krejci and Keaton Wallace. Kennard's next chance to play will come Monday in a rematch with the Raptors.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Johnson has another triple-double and the Hawks beat the Knicks 111-99

Jalen Johnson had 18 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds in his seventh triple-double of the season, leading the Atlanta Hawks to a 111-99 victory over the New York Knicks on Friday...

JANUARY 3 • Associated Press

Productive again in win Kennard accumulated 15 points (6-12 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, five assists and one steal across 27 minutes during Wednesday's 126-102 win over Minnesota.

Impact Kennard scored double digits for the second straight game, playing a meaningful role in the blowout victory. He has now logged at least 27 minutes in two consecutive games and is someone to watch, especially if Atlanta decides to move some pieces prior to the trade deadline. For now, consider him a potential three-point streamer.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

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CJ McCollum scores 23 points and Hawks ride 17-0 second-half run to charge past Pacers 132-116

Jalen Johnson has 32 points, 15 rebounds to lead the Hawks to a 124-122 victory over the Grizzlies

Alexander-Walker's 24 points lead 6 Hawks in double figures as Atlanta beats Warriors 124-111

Hawks roll to 117-110 victory over Pelicans as word of Trae Young-to-Wizards trade breaks

Johnson has another triple-double and the Hawks beat the Knicks 111-99