NICKEIL ALEXANDER-WALKER NEWS

Krejci scores career-high 28 points as Hawks send Clippers to fifth straight loss, 105-102

Vit Krejci scored a career-high 28 points off the bench, Kristaps Porzingis added 20 and the Atlanta Hawks opened a four-game road trip with a 105-102 victory over the Los Angeles...

8 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Unavailable Monday Alexander-Walker (back) won't play in Monday's game against the Clippers, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Alexander-Walker will miss his second straight matchup while dealing with back spasms. Keaton Wallace entered the starting lineup in Alexander-Walker's place Saturday and could have another opportunity to run with the first unit Monday night, though Vit Krejci and Luke Kennard will also be in contention for increased roles.

12 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Monday Alexander-Walker (back) is questionable for Monday's game against the Clippers, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Alexander-Walker missed Saturday's game due to a back issue, which has now put his status in question Monday. If he is unable to play, Luke Kennard and Vit Krejci could see extra minutes.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Los Angeles faces Atlanta, looks to stop 3-game skid

Los Angeles aims to end its three-game skid when the Los Angeles Clippers take on Atlanta

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Frustrated Lakers coach JJ Redick keeps postgame comments brief after loss to Hawks

The Los Angeles Lakers have started their five-game road trip with a disappointing 122-102 loss to the Atlanta Hawks

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Banged-up Hawks roll to a 122-102 victory over the Lakers as Gueye scores a career-high 21 points

The Atlanta Hawks beat the Los Angeles Lakers 122-102 at home on Saturday night

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Out Saturday Alexander-Walker (back) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Lakers, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Alexander-Walker will miss his first game of the season due to a back issue, and his next opportunity to play will come Monday against the Clippers. With the 27-year-old swingman joining Trae Young (knee) and Luke Kennard (illness) on the sidelines, Keaton Wallace and Vit Krejci are expected to see increased minutes against Los Angeles.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday Alexander-Walker (back) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Lakers, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Alexander-Walker is dealing with a back issue, which could keep him sidelined. If he's ultimately ruled out, the team will likely turn to Keaton Wallace and Vit Krejci to help shoulder the load in the backcourt.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Raptors rally to beat Hawks 109-97 for 2nd straight NBA Cup victory and 4th overall

Brandon Ingram scored 20 points and the Toronto Raptors rallied to beat the Atlanta Hawks 109-97 on Friday night for their second straight NBA Cup victory and fourth overall

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Drops 20 in win Alexander-Walker contributed 20 points (6-11 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 5-6 FT), one rebound, two assists and one block over 32 minutes during Tuesday's 127-112 win over the Magic.

Impact Alexander-Walker has stepped up offensively in Trae Young's (knee) place, as he has dropped 20+ points twice over the three starts since Young was sidelined. However, he does need to work on his turnover issue, as he lost the ball seven times Tuesday and is averaging 5 in his last three starts.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Hawks roll to 127-112 victory over the Magic

Zaccharie Risacher scored 21 points, Nickeil Alexander-Walker had 20 and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Orlando Magic 127-112 on Tuesday night

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Drops 16 in loss Alexander-Walker ended with 16 points (3-11 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 10-11 FT), three rebounds, five assists and one block across 34 minutes during Sunday's 117-109 loss to the Cavaliers.

Impact Alexander-Walker has filled in admirably for Trae Young (knee), posting 18.5 points, 4.0 assists, 3.0 rebounds, 1.0 steals and 0.5 blocks in the two games he has started as a result of Young's absence, and he will likely continue to see extended usage until Young returns. However, despite seeing more volume, Alexander-Walker has not been efficient from behind the arc, shooting 27.3 percent on the season and 20.0 percent in starts.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Nickeil Alexander-Walker is doing something that Timberwolves fans never expected Nickeil Alexander Walker's usage rate has increased by a wide margin since leaving the Timberwolves.

NOVEMBER 1 • DUNKINGWITHWOLVES.COM

Shines in spot start Alexander-Walker posted 21 points (8-14 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 4-5 FT), three rebounds, three assists and two steals in 32 minutes during Friday's 128-108 win over the Pacers.

Impact Alexander-Walker drew the start in place of Trae Young, who was ruled out due to a knee injury. Alexander-Walker continues to fare well offensively, as he's now scored 17 or more points in five of his first six appearances of the 2025-26 campaign. He's also provided a spark defensively by racking up two steals in three of his last four matchups.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Jalen Johnson scores 22 as Hawks beat Pacers 128-108 to keep Indiana winless

Jalen Johnson scored 22 points and had 13 rebounds, Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored 21 points and the Atlanta Hawks beat Indiana 128-108 in NBA Cup group play to keep the Pacers wi...

NOVEMBER 1 • Associated Press

Starting sans Young Alexander-Walker is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Pacers, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.

Impact The Hawks are awaiting some clarity on Trae Young's (knee) injury, and Alexander-Walker will get the first look in the first unit in Young's stead. Alexander-Walker has averaged 16.2 points, 3.2 assists, 2.8 rebounds and 1.4 steals in 30.0 minutes per contest in five games this season.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Hidden strength of Nickeil Alexander-Walker's game has saved the Hawks this season Without NAW's unexpected offensive leap, the Hawks may have started their season 0-5.

OCTOBER 31 • SOARINGDOWNSOUTH.COM

Sizeable role incoming Alexander-Walker recorded 18 points (7-17 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, three assists, three blocks and two steals across 32 minutes during Wednesday's 117-112 win over Bro...

Impact Alexander-Walker shifted to the bench Wednesday, although that could be a short-term move following a knee injury to Trae Young. While it is only being reported as a knee sprain, there is a decent chance Young will miss time moving forward. Alexander-Walker has been arguably the most consistent player for the Hawks this season, and could very well find himself with a sizeable role, at least for the foreseeable future. If he is available in your league, go and rectify that immediately.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Jalen Johnson and Hawks hold off winless Nets 117-112 after Trae Young exits with knee injury

Jalen Johnson scored 23 points, and the Atlanta Hawks held off the winless Brooklyn Nets 117-112 after losing star guard Trae Young to a sprained right knee in the first quarter

OCTOBER 30 • Associated Press

Moving to bench Monday Alexander-Walker is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Bulls, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Alexander-Walker started the previous two games but will return to a bench role with Zaccharie Risacher (ankle), Jalen Johnson (ankle) and Kristaps Porzingis (illness) all back in action. In his Hawks debut off the bench Wednesday against the Raptors, Alexander-Walker posted 10 points, four rebounds, four assists, one steal and one block in 28 minutes.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Paces Atlanta in loss Alexander-Walker contributed 17 points (6-10 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals over 30 minutes in Saturday's 117-100 loss to the Thunder.

Impact Alexander-Walker led a short-handed Hawks team in scoring Saturday with Zaccharie Risacher, Jalen Johnson and Kristaps Porzingis all sidelined. The wing made his second consecutive start and, while scoring slightly less than in his previous outing, was much sharper from deep, hitting 50 percent (3-for-6) of his three-point attempts after shooting just 10 percent (1-for-10) Friday. Though Alexander-Walker likely won't start when Atlanta is fully healthy, the team's current injury situation should keep him heavily involved, and he projects to log consistent minutes even when coming off the bench.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Holmgren scores 31 points, Gilgeous-Alexander has 30 to lead Oklahoma City past the Hawks 117-100

Chet Holmgren scored 31 points, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 30 and the reigning NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the short-handed Atlanta Hawks 117-100

OCTOBER 26 • Associated Press

Drops 19 points in start Alexander-Walker closed with 19 points (8-18 FG, 1-10 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound, four assists and one steal over 31 minutes during Friday's 111-107 victory over the Magic.

Impact Alexander-Walker moved into the starting lineup, replacing Zaccharie Risacher, who was ruled out with an ankle injury. The move yielded immediate rewards, with Alexander-Walker scoring 19 points in the comeback victory. This is exactly why the Hawks acquired him during the offseason, to provide the team with much-needed depth at the guard position. While he will clearly be an every-night part of the rotation, managers shouldn't expect this kind of production on a regular basis.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Starting sans Risacher Alexander-Walker will start in Friday's game against the Magic.

Impact With Zaccharie Risacher (ankle) sidelined, Alexander-Walker will step into the starting five. The 27-year-old swingman logged 28 minutes off the bench during Wednesday's season-opening loss to the Raptors, posting 10 points (2-15 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 5-6 FT), four rebounds, four assists, one steal and one block.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Bench role Wednesday Alexander-Walker will come off the bench during Wednesday's game against the Raptors.

Impact Alexander-Walker retreats to the second unit as the 2025-26 campaign gets underway. Dyson Daniels will get the start, as expected, alongside Trae Young, Zaccharie Risacher, Jalen Johnson and Kristaps Porzingis.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE