Nickeil Alexander-Walker News, Rumors, Updates - Atlanta Hawks

Team-high 30 points in win Alexander-Walker ended with 30 points (10-22 FG, 5-13 3Pt, 5-5 FT), three rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 35 minutes during Friday's 130-123 win over the Cavaliers...

Impact It was another strong shooting night for Alexander-Walker, who led the Hawks in scoring Friday thanks in large part to his five three-pointers, his most in a game since Nov. 20 against the Spurs (eight). The seventh-year pro's career-high average in scoring prior to the 2025-26 regular season was 11.0 points per game during the 2020-21 campaign with the Pelicans, but he has taken on a greater scoring role in his first year with the Hawks. Over his last nine outings, Alexander-Walker has averaged 21.0 points, 3.8 assists, 3.7 rebounds, 2.9 threes, 1.0 blocks and 0.8 steals over 33.3 minutes per game

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Philadelphia plays Atlanta on home skid

Philadelphia enters a matchup against Atlanta after losing three straight home games

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Jalen Johnson's triple-double leads Hawks to 130-123 victory over Cavaliers in NBA Cup game

Jalen Johnson had 29 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists to lead the Atlanta Hawks to a 130-123 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers in an NBA Cup game on Friday night

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Nickeil Alexander-Walker is Thriving in Atlanta Alexander-Walker's scoring is rising and his trademark defense is in place in his first season with the Hawks.

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • NBA.COM

Pops for 23 in win Alexander-Walker closed with 23 points (8-17 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 4-6 FT), five rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal in 39 minutes during Sunday's 113-110 victory over Charlotte...

Impact Alexander-Walker seemed to cool off after exploding for 38 points Nov. 20 against the Spurs, as he dropped just 10 against the Pelicans on Saturday, but was able to regain offensive momentum Sunday. Alexander-Walker has been key to Atlanta, especially with the absence of Trae Young (knee), as he averages 20.7 points, 3.4 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 0.7 steals, 0.9 blocks and 2.4 threes across 32.8 minutes in his last 11 starts.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | NBA roundup: Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Hawks hold off Hornets Deadspin | NBA roundup: Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Hawks hold off Hornets

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

Jalen Johnson scores 28 and lifts Hawks over Hornets 113-110

Jalen Johnson scores 28 points as the Atlanta Hawks edge out the Charlotte Hornets 113-110 on Sunday

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Hawks can't repeat brutal Dejounte Murray mistake with Nickeil Alexander-Walker The Atlanta Hawks have something special in Nickeil Alexander-Walker, and they don't want to go repeating a past mistake with him.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • SOARINGDOWNSOUTH.COM

New Orleans faces Atlanta, seeks to break 8-game skid

New Orleans looks to break its eight-game slide when the New Orleans Pelicans play Atlanta

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Timberwolves' Nickeil Alexander-Walker loss stings worse than ever imagined Nickeil Alexander-Walker is playing the best basketball of his career with the Atlanta Hawks. On the flipside, the Wolves' young players hav...

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • DUNKINGWITHWOLVES.COM

Deadspin | Spurs top Hawks despite Nickeil Alexander-Walker's career-high 38 Deadspin | Spurs top Hawks despite Nickeil Alexander-Walker’s career-high 38

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

Fox, Johnson lead Spurs to third straight victory without Wembanyama, toppling Hawks 135-126

De’Aaron Fox scored 26 points, Keldon Johnson had 25 and the San Antonio Spurs won their third straight without Victor Wembanyama, toppling the Atlanta Hawks 135-126 on Thursday ni...

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Rolls to 38-point night Alexander-Walker totaled 38 points (13-17 FG, 8-10 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, five assists and three blocks in 34 minutes during Thursday's 135-126 loss to the Spurs.

Impact Alexander-Walker couldn't be stopped from beyond the arc, where he torched the nets for a season-high in made threes. He was also effective on the opposite end of the court, where he led Atlanta in swats. The Virginia Tech product has impressed from a scoring perspective over his last three appearances, averaging 29.3 points during this hot stretch.

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pistons win 11th straight for their longest streak in 18 years, 120-112 over short-handed Hawks

Cade Cunningham returned from injury with 25 points and 10 assists as the Detroit Pistons won their 11th straight game, 120-112 over the short-handed Atlanta Hawks, whose five-game...

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Nickeil Alexander-Walker is playing Trae Young right off the Hawks The Atlanta Hawks have caught fire without Trae Young, and Nickeil Alexander-Walker may force the superstar to pack his bags.

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • SOARINGDOWNSOUTH.COM

Stuffs stat sheet in win Sunday Alexander-Walker accumulated 26 points (9-18 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 5-7 FT), three rebounds, four assists and two steals in 35 minutes during Sunday's 124-122 victory over the Suns.

Impact Alexander-Walker was the Hawks' second-best scorer in this matchup behind Onyeka Okongwu, who finished with 27 points. Alexander-Walker has been embracing a bigger role due to the absence of Trae Young (knee) and has stepped up as a reliable backcourt threat when available. He's averaging 18.8 points, 2.7 rebounds and 3.6 assists per game when deployed in a starting role, a trend that will continue as long as Young remains out.

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jalen Johnson leads the Hawks past the Jazz with a triple-double and a career-best effort

Jalen Johnson had 31 points, 18 rebounds, 14 assists and seven steals, leading the Atlanta Hawks to a 132-122 victory over the Utah Jazz on Thursday night

NOVEMBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores 14 points in return Alexander-Walker registered 14 points (5-11 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds, four assists and two blocks in 22 minutes during Wednesday's 133-100 victory over the Kings.

Impact Alexander-Walker returned from a two-game absence due to a back concern, sliding straight back into the starting lineup. After a strong start to the season, Alexander-Walker has been thrust into a starting role following a knee injury to Trae Young. Through 10 games, he is averaging 17.2 points, 3.3 assists, 0.9 steals and 1.9 three-pointers in 30.0 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available Wednesday Alexander-Walker (back) is available for Wednesday's game against the Kings, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Alexander-Walker will return to action following a two-game absence due to lower back spasms. The 27-year-old swingman has started each of his last four appearances, averaging 19.3 points, 3.3 assists and 2.3 rebounds while shooting 48.0 percent from the field in 32.0 minutes per game during that span.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to probable Alexander-Walker (back) has been upgraded to probable ahead of Wednesday's game in Sacramento, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact It appears Alexander-Walker will be returning from a two-game stint on the sidelines Wednesday evening, which should shift Keaton Wallace back to the second unit. There will also be fewer shots and playmaking opportunities for Dyson Daniels.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kings host the Hawks in out-of-conference game

Atlanta takes on Sacramento for a non-conference matchup

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Iffy for Wednesday Alexander-Walker (back) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Kings, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.

Impact Alexander-Walker is in jeopardy of missing his third straight game due to lower back spasms. If the 27-year-old joins Trae Young (knee) on the sidelines once again, Keaton Wallace and Vit Krejci are candidates for a bump in minutes. Over his last five appearances (four starts), Alexander-Walker has averaged 19.0 points, 3.2 assists, 2.4 rebounds and 1.0 blocks in 32.0 minutes per contest.

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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...

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • 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.

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • 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.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Philadelphia plays Atlanta on home skid

Jalen Johnson's triple-double leads Hawks to 130-123 victory over Cavaliers in NBA Cup game

Jalen Johnson scores 28 and lifts Hawks over Hornets 113-110

New Orleans faces Atlanta, seeks to break 8-game skid

Fox, Johnson lead Spurs to third straight victory without Wembanyama, toppling Hawks 135-126

Pistons win 11th straight for their longest streak in 18 years, 120-112 over short-handed Hawks

Jalen Johnson leads the Hawks past the Jazz with a triple-double and a career-best effort

Kings host the Hawks in out-of-conference game

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