Jock Landale just reminded Hawks what they were missing against Knicks

Jock Landale delivered an impressive performance against Dallas in Atlanta's preseason finale.

By Garrett Brown · Soaring Down South

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 3:00 PM

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Garrett Brown argues Jock Landale's preseason performance highlighted what the Atlanta Hawks missed in their playoff loss to New York.
Landale recorded 16 points, six rebounds, and five assists in Atlanta's preseason finale against the Dallas Mavericks.
A right high-ankle sprain suffered on April 1 sidelined Landale for the Hawks' first-round series against the Knicks.

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Garrett Brown of Soaring Down South argues that Jock Landale's strong preseason performance against the Dallas Mavericks recalled what the Atlanta Hawks lacked during last season's playoff loss to the New York Knicks. Landale recorded 16 points, six rebounds, and five assists while shooting 3-of-4 from three-point range in Atlanta's preseason finale.

Brown highlights that Landale missed the 2026 postseason series due to an ankle sprain suffered on April 1 against the Orlando Magic. The writer notes that Landale's perimeter shooting, passing, and physical presence could provide head coach Quin Snyder with valuable frontcourt flexibility if the veteran center stays healthy.

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