Kobe Bufkin News, Rumors, Updates - Atlanta Hawks

Serves as backup PG in debut Bufkin (shoulder) tallied five points (1-7 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and one rebound across 12 minutes off the bench in Monday's 109-108 win over the Kings.

Impact The second-year player had missed the Hawks' first 14 games of the season while recovering from a right shoulder subluxation suffered late in the preseason before he was cleared to make his debut Monday. He immediately supplanted Keaton Wallace in the rotation and served as the backup to Trae Young, who covered the other 36 minutes at point guard. Though Bufkin has the ability to play off the ball, the Hawks are now back to full strength on the wing after Bogdan Bogdanovic (hamstring) returned to action Monday following an extended absence of his own, so Bufkin may struggle to see his minutes tick upward unless Young misses time.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Available Monday Bufkin (shoulder) isn't listed on the injury report for Monday's game against the Kings, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Bufkin is cleared to make his season debut after missing the first month due to a dislocated right shoulder. The Hawks will be surprisingly healthy Monday, so it's unclear if Bufkin will actually see any playing time.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Sunday Bufkin (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Portland, Lauren L. Williams of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact Bufkin has yet to make his season debut for the Hawks while working his way back from a dislocated right shoulder he sustained during the preseason. The 21-year-old's next chance to suit up will come in the second leg of a back-to-back set Monday against the Kings.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Sunday Bufkin (shoulder) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Impact Bufkin continues to work his way back from a dislocated right shoulder that he suffered during the preseason in October. He spent the past week in the G League to get some practice time, and while he was recalled by the Hawks on Friday, he doesn't appear ready to make his 2024-25 regular-season debut Sunday. Bufkin's next chance to play will be Monday against the Kings.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Recalled Friday Bufkin (shoulder) was recalled from the G League's College Park Skyhawks on Friday.

Impact Bufkin has yet to make his season debut due to a dislocated right shoulder, though he was assigned to the G League to get some practice time in with the squad. The 21-year-old is slated for a re-evaluation early next week, and he seems to be ramping up for a return to game action.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Practicing with G League Bufkin (shoulder) was assigned to the G League's College Park Skyhawks on Friday.

Impact Per Lauren L. Williams of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Bufkin will get a full practice in with the G League squad while he continues his rehab. The second-year guard has yet to make his season debut due to a shoulder injury but is slated to be re-evaluated early next week.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Will be re-evaluated in one week Bufkin (shoulder) is progressing through is rehabilitation and will be re-evaluated in approximately one week.

Impact Bufkin has yet to appear in a game this season due to his shoulder injury, but his recovery process seems to have gone well enough for him to potentially return soon. The Hawks have a myriad of injuries they are dealing with at the moment, so potentially getting Bufkin back would be massive for their guard rotation.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Team option exercised Bufkin's (shoulder) third-year option for 2025-26 was picked up by Atlanta on Wednesday

Impact Bufkin's ongoing recovery from a shoulder subluxation is a multi-week timeline, and durability continues to be an issue for the young guard, who also spent time the G League last season but has logged just 17 NBA appearances. Nonetheless, his development is a priority for the Hawks.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Out at least one month The Hawks announced Tuesday that Bufkin (shoulder) will be re-evaluated in approximately four weeks.

Impact Bufkin suffered a right shoulder subluxation during a recent practice and will miss at least a month. He's begun treatment and rehabilitation, but it'll likely be a while before he returns to on-court activities. His extended absence shouldn't have a major impact on Atlanta's rotation.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Hawks' Kobe Bufkin partially dislocates right shoulder for 2nd time | NBA.com Kobe Bufkin, the No. 15 overall pick in the 2023 Draft, is likely facing a lengthy absence.

OCTOBER 25 • NBA.COM

Hawks G Kobe Bufkin partially dislocates right shoulder for 2nd time

Atlanta Hawks guard Kobe Bufkin has partially dislocated his right shoulder for the second time

OCTOBER 24 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Remains sidelined Friday Bufkin (shoulder) won't play during Friday's game versus the Hornets.

Impact Bufkin sustained a right shoulder subluxation during practice in Atlanta on Oct. 19. While the team is still determining treatment options, the second-year guard's next chance to suit up will be Sunday's matchup with the Thunder.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 21 • AJC.COM

Won't play Wednesday Bufkin will not play Wednesday against the Nets after suffering a right shoulder injury during Saturday's practice.

Impact Bufkin will undergo testing and further evaluation, but he'll miss at least one game to open the season. With Bufkins unavailable, it's possible that Vit Krejci has a shot to crack the rotation in the backcourt.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Explodes for 31 points in loss Bufkin amassed 31 points (12-26 FG, 7-14 3PT), four assists, three rebounds, one steal and one block in 36 minutes during Thursday's preseason loss to Oklahoma City.

Impact Bufkin shifted into the starting lineup, replacing Trae Young who was given the night off. Making the most of his opportunity, Bufkin took charge on the offensive end, flashing the upside we have been waiting to see. Sadly, his role will diminish when the Hawks are healthy, leaving him on the outside looking in when it comes to meaningful playing time. With that said, he should serve as the primary backup behind Young, which at least gives him some appeal in deeper formats.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Running with first unit Bufkin is starting Thursday's preseason game against the Thunder, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Bufkin will get an opportunity to start at point guard while Trae Young rests Thursday evening. Bufkin played a sizable role in Wednesday's matchup, tallying 15 points, four rebounds, four assists and two blocks in 24 minutes off the bench.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Bounces back vs. Heat Bufkin tallied 15 points (4-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 6-6 FT), four assists, four rebounds and two blocks over 24 minutes in Wednesday's 120-11 preseason loss to Miami.

Impact Bufkin struggled from the field in his last preseason outing Monday against the 76ers. While he committed a team-high five turnovers Wednesday, Bufkin was at least more efficient from the field, and he contributed on the defensive end of the floor with two rejections. Bufkin played in just 17 regular-season games in 2023-24 as he spent most of the year either injured or in the G League. However, the 2023 first-round pick is expected to step into a larger role as the Hawks' backup point guard behind Trae Young after Dejounte Murray was traded to the Pelicans on June 28.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles off bench Monday Bufkin logged five points (2-13 FG, 0-5 3pt, 1-1 FT), five assists, two rebounds and one steal over 21 minutes in Monday's 104-89 preseason loss to Philadelphia.

Impact Bufkin and fellow reserve Bogdan Bogdanovic both struggled from the field Monday, and the duo combined for 19 points on 4-for-24 shooting from the field (including 2-for-13 from beyond the arc). Bufkin, who Atlanta selected in the first round of the 2023 NBA Draft, is expected to serve as the backup point guard to Trae Young during the 2024-25 regular season. However, Bufkin will need to be more efficient from the field in order to keep a steady spot in the Hawks' rotation.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

100 percent for camp Hawks general manager Landry Fields said Bufkin (shoulder) will be ready for training camp, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.

Impact Bufkin suffered a right shoulder subluxation during the offseason which kept him out of the LAs Vegas Summer League. However, he's been cleared to be a full participant in training camp this week. With Dejounte Murray out of the equation this season, both Bufkin and Dyson Daniels will have a lot of opportunity to earn meaningful minutes in the backcourt.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Out for remainder of Summer League The Hawks announced Thursday that Bufkin suffered a right shoulder subluxation during Tuesday's practice and will not play in the Las Vegas Summer League.

Impact While Bufkin's shoulder injury will keep him out of the Summer League, he is expected to make a full recovery ahead of training camp. The second-year guard averaged 4.8 points, 1.9 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 11.5 minutes across 17 appearances in 2023-24.

JULY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Gets rotation spot in return Bufkin (toe) tallied three points (1-4 FG, 1-3 3Pt), three assists, two rebounds and one block across 17 minutes off the bench in Monday's 113-101 loss to the Bulls.

Impact Suiting up for the first time since March 2 after recovering from a sprained left big toe, Bufkin supplanted Trent Forrest in the rotation as the Hawks' backup point guard and also saw some playing time in an off-ball role alongside Dejounte Murray. The rookie first-round pick could have the ability to pick up more minutes if the Hawks elect to deprioritize two-way player Vit Krejci on the wing, but if he sticks in his current backup role, Bufkin's fantasy upside will be fairly limited.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Will be available Monday Bufkin (toe) is available to face the Bulls on Monday, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Bufkin spent most of the season in the G League with the College Park Skyhawks, but he had been out of action due to a nagging toe injury. He'll be available for Monday's matchup, though he's going to serve as a backup alternative for Dejounte Murray in a best-case scenario. He shouldn't have a lot of fantasy appeal even in the deepest of formats.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed questionable for Monday Bufkin (toe) is questionable for Monday's game against the Bulls, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Bufkin has missed the last 14 games due to a left big toe sprain, but he seems to be trending toward a return since he is listed as questionable rather than being immediately ruled out. Bufkin could find his way into the rotation should he suit up, due to the numerous injuries in Atlanta's backcourt.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain sidelined Saturday Bufkin (toe) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Milwaukee.

Impact The Hawks announced last week that Bufkin would be re-evaluated in 7-to-10 days, and he isn't yet ready to return to game action. It's not yet clear when he'll be able to suit up, but his next chance to do so will be Monday against Chicago.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Out at least another week The Hawks announced Thursday that Bufkin (toe) is making progress in his re-habilitation and will be re-evaluated in 7-10 days.

Impact Bufkin hasn't played since March 2 due to a left toe sprain and will continue to miss an extended period. Vit Krejci and Trent Forrest have received increased playing time in Bufkin's absence.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

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