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Hawks' Summer League squad aims to rebound
4 Jul
Summary
- Atlanta Hawks feature a deep Summer League roster with new draft picks.
- Key matchups include Kingston Flemings versus Darryn Peterson.
- Rebounding is a focus area for the Hawks' Summer League team.
The Atlanta Hawks are set to compete in the Summer League with one of their deepest rosters in recent years. This year's team includes all three of Atlanta's 2026 draft selections: Kingston Flemings, Zuby Ejiofor, and Henri Veesar, all of whom will experience their first NBA action. Additionally, 2025 first-round pick Asa Newell returns after impressing last summer and seeing regular-season minutes.
The Hawks' Summer League opener features a matchup against the Utah Jazz, led by top picks Ace Bailey and Darryn Peterson, alongside 2024 lottery selection Cody Williams. A major storyline for the Hawks is their aim to improve rebounding, an area where they ranked in the bottom half of the league last season. Prospects like Ejiofor and Newell are expected to lead this charge, with Ejiofor's development being particularly crucial.
Individual matchups will be closely watched, especially the anticipated duel between Hawks' point guard prospect Kingston Flemings and Jazz's Darryn Peterson. The two guards, former Big 12 rivals, have faced each other twice previously in college. Another player to watch is Jacob Toppin, who is aiming to secure a two-way contract following a season-ending injury.
The Hawks' Summer League game against the Utah Jazz is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on ESPNU and Prime Video.
