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Atlanta Hawks Give Jalen Johnson Injury Update Before Wizards Rematch

The Hawks listed Jalen Johnson as questionable for Friday’s Wizards rematch, while another frontcourt absence adds pressure to Atlanta’s rotation.

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 2:33 AM
Atlanta Hawks Give Jalen Johnson Injury Update Before Wizards Rematch
Key Things to Know
  • Jalen Johnson is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Washington Wizards due to an ankle sprain.
  • Johnson has missed two consecutive games after suffering the left ankle sprain on October 31 against New Orleans.
  • The Hawks ruled out forward Asa Newell with a left great toe hyperextension.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Atlanta Hawks have listed forward Jalen Johnson as questionable with a left ankle sprain ahead of their NBA Cup game against the Washington Wizards. Johnson suffered the injury on October 31 against the New Orleans Pelicans and has missed Atlanta's last two games. His availability remains undecided for Friday's rematch at State Farm Arena.

Atlanta's frontcourt depth faces further strain, with Asa Newell officially ruled out due to a left great toe hyperextension. Newell joins sidelined players Jock Landale, Mouhamed Gueye, Henri Veesaar, and Keshon Gilbert on the injury report.

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