Kuminga Shines in Hawks Debut as NBA Action Heats Up
By 247sports.news Staff
NBA Roundup: February 24th, 2026 Results
- Pacers – Sixers : 114-135
- Hawks – Wizards : 119-98
- Nets – Mavericks : 114-123
- Raptors – Thunder : 107-116
- Cavaliers – Knicks : 109-94
- Bulls – Hornets : 99-131
- Bucks – Heat : 128-117
- Pelicans – Warriors : 113-109
- Suns – Celtics : 81-97
- Blazers – Wolves : 121-124
- Lakers – Magic : 109-110
Kuminga Impresses in Hawks Debut
Atlanta Hawks fans got their first glimpse of Jonathan Kuminga in action on Tuesday night, and the forward didn’t disappoint. Kuminga delivered a standout performance, scoring a season-high 27 points in the Hawks’ 119-98 victory over the Washington Wizards.
“It was great,” said Kuminga, according to the Associated Press. “I was excited to be out there with the guys.”
Acquired in a trade that sent Kristaps Porzingis to the Golden State Warriors, Kuminga made an immediate impact, showcasing his athleticism with thunderous dunks and accurate three-point shooting. He finished the night with 7 rebounds, 4 assists, and 2 steals, playing nearly 24 and a half minutes.
The Hawks coach, Quin Snyder, praised Kuminga’s performance, stating, He connected with his teammates and let the game come to him.
Kuminga had been recovering from a left knee bone bruise sustained with the Warriors and missed his first six games with the Hawks.
Other Notable Results
- The Philadelphia Sixers defeated the Indiana Pacers 135-114, with Tyrese Maxey nearly recording a triple-double (32 points, 9 rebounds, 8 assists). Joel Embiid also contributed with 27 points in 26 minutes.
- The Boston Celtics dominated the Phoenix Suns 97-81, despite Jaylen Brown being sidelined with a knee injury.
- The Milwaukee Bucks topped the Miami Heat 128-117, led by Kevin Porter Jr.’s 32 points.
- The Orlando Magic edged out the Los Angeles Lakers 110-109, with Paolo Banchero scoring 36 points. LeBron James missed a potential game-winning shot.
Injury Updates
Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson suffered a hip flexor injury during the first quarter of Tuesday’s game against the Wizards and did not return.
Dejounte Murray made his return for the Pelicans after a year-long recovery from an Achilles tendon injury.
Looking Ahead
Tonight’s NBA schedule includes:
- Pistons – Thunder
- Raptors – Spurs
- Grizzlies – Warriors
- Rockets – Kings
- Bucks – Cavaliers
- Nuggets – Celtics
FAQ
How many points did Jonathan Kuminga score in his Hawks debut?
Jonathan Kuminga scored 27 points in his debut for the Atlanta Hawks.
What injury did Jalen Johnson sustain?
Jalen Johnson suffered a hip flexor injury.
Who did the Hawks acquire Kuminga from?
The Hawks acquired Kuminga from the Golden State Warriors in a trade involving Kristaps Porzingis.
