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The Atlanta Hawks are at home on Thursday, March 12, and are hoping to keep the ball rolling.
With the rebuilding Brooklyn Nets in Atlanta, the Hawks are looking to pick up their eighth-straight win. They are currently holding the league’s longest active winning streak.
The Hawks were hoping to get some additional help, too. Jonathan Kuminga’s status suggested he was a 50/50 shot to play. As he recovers from a knee-related issue, Kuminga was listed as questionable on Thursday night.
Will Jonathan Kuminga Make His Return For Hawks-Nets?
GettyATLANTA, GEORGIA – FEBRUARY 24: Jonathan Kuminga #0 of the Atlanta Hawks dunks during the third quarter against the Washington Wizards at State Farm Arena on February 24, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
After upgrading Kuminga, the Hawks will officially clear the veteran forward to make his return on Thursday.
via @KLChouinard: For tonight’s game vs. Brooklyn:
Jonathan Kuminga (left knee bone bruise) is available.
Dyson Daniels (left great toe sprain) is out.
Kevin Chouinard
For tonight’s game vs. Brooklyn: Jonathan Kuminga (left knee bone bruise) is available. Dyson Daniels (left great toe sprain) is out.
Since arriving in Atlanta, Kuminga has appeared in just three games over the past month.
The veteran forward debuted with the Hawks on February 24, facing the Washington Wizards. He checked in for 24 minutes and shot 9-12 from the field to score 27 points. He also came down with seven rebounds, while producing four assists, and coming up with two steals.
In his second game (a rematch with the Wizards), Kuminga picked up his first start with the Hawks. He played in 29 minutes, shooting 55% from the field to score 17 points. Kuminga came just one rebound shy of a double-double and produced three assists in the win over Washington.
For the March 1 game against the Portland Trail Blazers, Kuminga went back to a bench role. He appeared on the court for 25 minutes. During that time, Kuminga shot 7-10 from the field, scoring 20 points. He added seven rebounds, three assists, and two steals to his line, as the Hawks collected a blowout 135-101 win.
Since then, Kuminga has been out of the lineup. He has missed three games in a row, including matchups against the Milwaukee Bucks, Philadelphia 76ers, and the Dallas Mavericks.
Before landing on the Hawks, Kuminga spent 20 games on the court with the Golden State Warriors this year. He wrapped up a five-year stint with the organization after getting moved to Atlanta.
While with the Warriors, Kuminga posted averages of 12.5 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game, while making 50% of his shots from the field.
The Hawks Are Making A Push
GettySAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – DECEMBER 25: Jonathan Kuminga #00 of the Golden State Warriors warms up prior to the start of the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Chase Center on December 25, 2024 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
Heading into Thursday’s action, the Hawks are 34-31 on the year.
They are creeping up on the Philadelphia 76ers, trailing the East’s eighth seed by just one game. Depending on the results of the Hawks’ battle against the Brooklyn Nets, there could be a change in the standings.
The Hawks and the Nets are slated for a 7:30 PM ET tip.