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Hawks Forward Gueye Suffers Foot Fracture, Out Months
16 Jul
Summary
- Mouhamed Gueye fractured his left foot during a workout on July 8.
- He underwent surgery and will be re-evaluated in 3-4 months.
- The injury impacts depth and opens opportunities for other forwards.
Atlanta Hawks forward Mouhamed Gueye suffered a significant setback on Wednesday, July 8, fracturing his left foot during a workout. Following an MRI, Gueye underwent surgery to repair the fracture at the Emory Sports Medicine Complex.
He is now projected to be re-evaluated in three to four months, meaning he will miss crucial training camp and preseason activities. This timeline places his potential return around the start of the 2026-2027 NBA season.
The injury creates a ripple effect within the Hawks' frontcourt depth. With Jalen Johnson set to start at power forward, Gueye was a strong candidate for backup minutes.
His absence now provides a clear opportunity for second-year player Asa Newell and rookie Zuby Ejiofor to compete for increased playing time and demonstrate their development. Both players have shown promise in recent performances.
Newell averaged 5.2 points and 2.2 rebounds in 11.4 minutes per game last season, with notable G-League statistics. Ejiofor has impressed during Summer League play, showcasing scoring and defensive abilities that suggest readiness for an NBA role.
Gueye is still expected to return this season, but the timing of his recovery could allow Newell or Ejiofor to gain valuable experience and potentially challenge for regular season minutes.
