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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

Johnson scores 34 points as Hawks roll past Timberwolves 126-102 to end 7-game losing streak

Jalen Johnson scored 34 points and the Atlanta Hawks overcame Anthony Edwards’ 30 points for Minnesota to beat the Timberwolves 126-102 and end a seven-game losing streak

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Plays expanded role Monday Kennard closed Monday's 140-129 loss to the Thunder with 12 points (4-8 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, five assists and one steal over 31 minutes.

Impact With all of the absences for the Hawks, Kennard saw a boost in playing time Monday but has struggled for fantasy relevance overall. The veteran sharpshooter has played minutes in the single digits in two of his last four appearances, failing to see the court at all during the Dec. 26 loss to the Heat.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

SGA scores 39 as Thunder win 140-129 to hand short-handed Hawks their 7th straight defeat

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 39 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder used a big third quarter to beat the skidding Atlanta Hawks 140-129

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Luke Kennard might have played his last game for the Atlanta Hawks Luke Kennard was a healthy scratch in Friday night's matchup against the Chicago Bulls. If Kennard is out of the shorthanded rotation, he'll...

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • SOARINGDOWNSOUTH.COM

Scoreless in nine minutes Kennard ended with one rebound, two assists and one steal across nine minutes during Sunday's 152-150 loss to the Bulls.

Impact With Vit Krejci picking up steam in Atlanta, Kennard is becoming an afterthought at the edge of the rotation. Over his last five outings, Kennard has been limited to 17.7 minutes with 3.8 points, 1.6 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 0.8 three-pointers.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Clippers continue to be vindicated for daring Luke Kennard decision The LA Clippers treasured Luke Kennard’s three-point shooting, yet they still traded him; years later, they've been proven right.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • CLIPPERHOLICS.COM

The Hawks have a Luke Kennard problem after reintegrating Trae Young The Hawks play too many players who can't defend, and the choice of who should fall out of the rotation is clear.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • SOARINGDOWNSOUTH.COM

Hawks are learning frustrating Luke Kennard truth Grizzlies fans already knew Luke Kennard refuses to use his biggest weapon for the Hawks.

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • SOARINGDOWNSOUTH.COM

Drops 11 off bench Kennard amassed 11 points (4-5 FG, 3-4 3Pt), five rebounds and two assists in 21 minutes during Wednesday's 115-92 loss to the Clippers.

Impact While Kennard's production in the absence of Trae Young (knee) has been rather disappointing, he continues to shoot well from beyond the arc, averaging 1.4 threes made on a 42.6 percent clip. He will continue to come off the bench for the Hawks behind the likes of Dyson Daniels and Nickeil Alexander-Walker, and isn't worth rostering unless you are in need of some production in the three-pointers category.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available to return Kennard (illness) is available to return to Sunday's game against the 76ers.

Impact Kennard exited the game in the second quarter and was deemed questionable to return due to an illness. Following halftime, however, Kennard has been cleared to return to the game.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Sunday Kennard is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the 76ers due to an illness.

Impact Kennard exited Sunday's game in the second quarter and is questionable to return due to an illness. If he is unable to return, Vit Krejci and Keaton Wallace are candidates for increased roles.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Luke Kennard is hidden secret to successful Hawks trade season The Hawks seem destined to make a move before the trade deadline, and Luke Kennard is the odd man out on this squad.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • SOARINGDOWNSOUTH.COM

Good to go Tuesday Kennard (hip) has been cleared to play Tuesday night against the Wizards, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Kennard was initially added to the team's injury report as questionable due to left hip inflammation and has since been given the green light to suit up. He's been shaky at best off the bench in his last four appearances, averaging 5.3 points, 1.0 rebounds and 2.8 assists in 17.3 minutes.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Tuesday Kennard (hip) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Wizards, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Kennard sat out Sunday's game and is now questionable for Tuesday due to left hip inflammation. The guard has maintained a steady bench role this season, averaging 8.1 points, 2.1 assists, 2.0 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 22.1 minutes across 15 appearances. If he remains out, Vit Krejci and Keaton Wallace are candidates to see increased opportunities.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Vit Krejci's historic run has officially put Luke Kennard on the hot seat Vit Krejci has been on an all-time heater from deep, which has accidentally moved Luke Kennard to the trade block.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • SOARINGDOWNSOUTH.COM

Ruled out Sunday Kennard (hip) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Hornets, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact After logging 24 minutes in Saturday's win over the Pelicans, Kennard will miss his first game since Nov. 8 due to left hip inflammation. With the 29-year-old guard sidelined, Vit Krejci and Keaton Wallace are candidates for an uptick in minutes.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy to play Sunday Kennard (hip) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Hornets, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Kennard is iffy for the second half of the back-to-back Sunday due to left hip inflammation. The guard has held a steady bench role this season, averaging 8.1 points, 2.1 assists, 2.0 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 22.1 minutes across 15 games. If he's unable to play, Vit Krejci and Keaton Wallace will cover the reserve guard minutes.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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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

Johnson scores 34 points as Hawks roll past Timberwolves 126-102 to end 7-game losing streak

SGA scores 39 as Thunder win 140-129 to hand short-handed Hawks their 7th straight defeat