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Jalen Johnson and Nickeil Alexander-Walker ruled out of Hawks' game vs. Wizards

All-Star Jalen Johnson and guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker have been ruled out of the Hawks' game against the Wizards

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Quin Snyder swaps former No. 1 pick Zaccharie Risacher for CJ McCollum in Hawks starting lineup

The Hawks are leaning on veteran newcomer CJ McCollum in crunch time, pushing 2024 No. 1 overall pick Zaccharie Risacher to the bench

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Double-double in win Okongwu logged 13 points (5-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds, two blocks and one assist in 32 minutes during Sunday's 115-104 win over Brooklyn.

Impact Okongwu did his part in Atlanta's victory, anchoring the paint while scoring efficiently. Sunday marked the big man's 12th double-double of the season and his first of February. The 25-year-old entered the contest averaging 15.6 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.2 blocks while shooting 54.0 percent from the field and 54.2 percent from beyond the arc over his previous five appearances, production that reflects his scoring uptick and improved perimeter efficiency this year.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jalen Johnson scores 26 as Hawks rally past Nets 115-104 after 11-point fourth-quarter deficit

The Hawks stormed back late and beat the Brooklyn Nets 115-104 behind Jalen Johnson’s big night

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Hawks' undeniable Onyeka Okongwu problem exposed during critical in-division loss The Atlanta Hawks have a serious issue to solve down low. Onyeka Okongwu's been great, but his limitations are becoming very frustrating.

5 DAYS AGO • SOARINGDOWNSOUTH.COM

Bounces back in loss Okongwu finished Friday's 128-97 loss to Miami with 22 points (8-12 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 2-4 FT), three rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal across 29 minutes.

Impact After scoring just eight points on 4-of-9 shooting from the field in Thursday's win over Philadelphia, Okongwu bounced back on the offensive end Friday. The sixth-year center led Atlanta in points, reaching the 20-point mark for the first time since Jan. 23 and for the 17th time this season. Additionally, he knocked down an efficient four three-pointers and has hit multiple triples in all but one of his last nine outings. He also racked up multiple blocks for the third time in his last five appearances, though he has been less effective on the glass of late, finishing with fewer than four rebounds in two of his last three showings.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Onyeka Okongwu scores 22 points for Hawks vs. Heat

FEBRUARY 21 • YOUTUBE

HEAT at HAWKS | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | February 20, 2026

FEBRUARY 21 • YOUTUBE

Grabs nine boards in win Okongwu had eight points (4-9 FG, 0-3 3Pt), nine rebounds and two assists across 26 minutes during Thursday's 117-107 win over the 76ers.

Impact Okongwu turned in a modest performance in Atlanta's first outing following the All-Star break. The big man failed to score in double figures for the first time since Jan. 19, though he finished second on the Hawks in rebounds after averaging just 4.7 boards per game in his previous three games. After starting the season in a bench role, Okongwu should continue to start and see significant burn. He'll aim to bounce back on the offensive end in the second leg of this back-to-back set Friday against Miami.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Hawks' surprise improvement comes with one drawback Atlanta didn't see coming Onyeka Okongwu has one of the most incredible stories of deep-shooting development in NBA history, but there's a catch.

FEBRUARY 18 • SOARINGDOWNSOUTH.COM

Chips in 18 in loss to Hornets Okongwu registered 18 points (5-9 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), three rebounds, two blocks and one steal in 29 minutes during Wednesday's 110-107 loss to Charlotte.

Impact The 25-year-old center scored in the teens with multiple made three-pointers in a third straight game since returning from dental surgery, and his seventh straight appearance overall. During that latter stretch, Okongwu is averaging 17.1 points, 6.3 boards, 2.9 threes, 2.3 assists, 1.1 blocks and 1.0 steals while shooting 51.9 percent from the floor and 48.8 percent from long range.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable two-way effort Okongwu provided 16 points (6-11 FG, 4-7 3Pt), six rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 31 minutes during Saturday's 126-119 loss to the Hornets.

Impact Okongwu (mouth) returned from a four-game absence, moving straight back into the starting lineup. He picked up right where he left off, producing on both ends of the floor, continuing what has been a career-best season. With Kristaps Porzingis now out of the way, Okongwu is firmly established as the starting center moving forward. In 48 appearances, he has averaged 16.3 points, 7.9 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 2.0 three-pointers and 2.2 combined steals and blocks.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Bridges stars as the Hornets beat the Hawks 126-119 for their 9th straight win

Miles Bridges scored 26 points, Kon Knueppel had 23 and the Charlotte Hornets beat the Atlanta Hawks 126-119 for their ninth straight win

FEBRUARY 8 • Associated Press

Hawks' new forward Jonathan Kuminga is out at least through All-Star break with bone bruise in knee

Atlanta Hawks newly acquired forward Jonathan Kuminga will miss at least one week while recovering from a left knee bone bruise

FEBRUARY 7 • Associated Press

Atlanta Hawks Announce The Final Playing Status For Onyeka Okongwu For Tonight's Game vs Charlotte The Atlanta Hawks have won six of their last eight games and now with the trade deadline behind them, they will aim to push for a playoff sp...

FEBRUARY 7 • SI.COM

Will play Saturday Okongwu (mouth) is available for Saturday's game against the Hornets.

Impact Okongwu missed Atlanta's last four games after undergoing a dental procedure Jan. 29, though he'll shed his questionable tag and suit up Saturday. With the big man back in action, Jock Landale will likely shift to a bench role. Okongwu has averaged 15.2 points, 8.0 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 2.4 combined steals-plus-blocks in 31.6 minutes per game over his last five outings.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Saturday Okongwu (mouth) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Hornets.

Impact Okongwu underwent a dental procedure Jan. 29 and has missed Atlanta's last four games, though there's a chance he will return Saturday. If the big man is cleared to play, there would be fewer minutes available for guys like Jock Landale and Mouhamed Gueye.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Alexander-Walker hits winner with 1.3 seconds left to lift Hawks past Jazz, 121-119

Nickeil Alexander-Walker broke a tie on a short jumper with 1.3 seconds left and had 23 points in the Atlanta Hawks’ 121-119 victory over the Utah Jazz on Thursday night

FEBRUARY 6 • Associated Press

Won't go Thursday Okongwu (mouth) is out for Thursday's game against Utah, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Okongwu is in line for a fourth straight absence after undergoing dental surgery Jan. 29. His next opportunity to return will arrive Saturday against the Hornets.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Tabbed questionable Okongwu (mouth) is questionable for Thursday's game against Utah.

Impact Okongwu underwent a dental procedure Jan. 29, and he's missed three straight games as a result. The 25-year-old center will have a chance at returning Thursday against the shorthanded Jazz, who recently made waves by acquiring Jaren Jackson in a blockbuster trade with the Grizzlies.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Johnson and Atlanta take on Utah in non-conference action

Atlanta and Utah play in non-conference action

FEBRUARY 4 • Associated Press

Ruled out for Tuesday Okongwu is out for Tuesday's game against the Heat due to a dental fracture, per Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network.

Impact Okongwu is unavailable for a third matchup in a row with the issue. The 2020 first-rounder can be considered day-to-day ahead of Thursday's tilt against the Jazz. Mouhamed Gueye and Christian Koloko could both be worthy of streaming attention Tuesday, though that does partly hinge upon the potential availability of Kristaps Porzingis (Achilles).

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Indiana and Atlanta square off for conference matchup

Atlanta heads to Indiana for an Eastern Conference matchup Saturday

JANUARY 30 • Associated Press

Considered day-to-day The Hawks are considering Okongwu day-to-day after undergoing a successful dental procedure Thursday morning.

Impact Okongwu has already been ruled out for Thursday night's matchup against the Rockets, but this bodes well for his future availability. He'll presumably have a chance to take the floor Saturday against the Pacers.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Onyeka Okongwu has a dental fracture after elbow to the face and will miss Hawks' game vs. Rockets

Onyeka Okongwu is recovering from a dental fracture that he suffered when he was elbowed in the mouth in Atlanta’s last game

JANUARY 29 • Associated Press

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