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 win over the Bulls.
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.
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Hawks' Kobe Bufkin: Set to return Monday
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Bufkin (toe) is available for Monday's game against the Bulls, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.
The rookie first-round pick had been sidelined since early March with a left big toe sprain, but after recently ditching his walking boot and resuming on-court work, he'll be ready to go Monday. With five other Hawks players out with injuries Monday, Bufkin could find himself in the rotation in his return to action.
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Hawks' Kobe Bufkin: Deemed questionable for Monday
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Bufkin (toe) is questionable for Monday's game against the Bulls, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.
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.
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Hawks' Kobe Bufkin: Out at least another week
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The Hawks announced Thursday that Bufkin (toe) is making progress in his re-habilitation and will be re-evaluated in 7-to-10 days.
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.
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Hawks' Kobe Bufkin: Out at least 10 days
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The Hawks announced Thursday that Bufkin has been diagnosed with a left big toe sprain and will be in a walking boot for the next 10 days before being re-evaluated, Lauren L. Williams of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
Bufkin has already missed Atlanta's previous two contests due to a left big toe sprain, and his absence looks as though it'll now extended into the second half of March. Trent Forrest should continue to hold down a rotation spot in Bufkin's absence.
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Hawks' Kobe Bufkin: Out again Wednesday
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Bufkin (toe) won't play in Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers.
Bufkin will miss his second straight game due to left big toe soreness. Trent Forrest will likely serve as the Hawks' backup point guard in Bufkin's stead after drawing 11 minutes in Tuesday's 116-100 win over the Knicks.
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Hawks' Kobe Bufkin: Downgraded to out
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Bufkin (toe) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Knicks.
Bufkin will join Trae Young (finger) on the sidelines, opening up a few extra minutes for Garrison Mathews, Wesley Matthews and Trent Forrest. Bufkin can be considered questionable, at best, for Wednesday's matchup versus Cleveland.
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Hawks' Kobe Bufkin: Dealing with toe soreness
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Bufkin is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Knicks due to left big toe soreness.
With Trae Young (finger) sidelined, Bufkin has played double-digit minutes in four straight games, averaging 6.0 points, 3.5 assists and 2.0 rebounds in 16.3 minutes during that stretch. If he's sidelined Tuesday, Trent Forrest may see a few extra minutes off the bench.
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Hawks' Kobe Bufkin: Scores 12 points off bench Thursday
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Bufkin produced 12 points (5-11 FG, 2-5 3Pt), three rebounds and three assists in 19 minutes during Thursday's 124-97 loss to the Nets.
Bufkin hasn't been a regular part of the Hawks' rotation this season, but the promising floor general had to see minutes off the bench in this one due to the team's lack of depth in the backcourt. His numbers were decent, but the only real reason why he logged minutes was that it was a blowout loss, and this was a good chance to see how he performed at the NBA level following several above-average displays in the G League. Bufkin may stay with Atlanta for a few more days, but he'll likey return to College Park, as he's spent most of the season with the Skyhawks.
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Hawks' Kobe Bufkin: Headed back to NBA
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The Hawks recalled Bufkin from the G League's College Park Skyhawks on Saturday, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.
Bufkin will return to the NBA after a short stint in the G League. However, the rookie guard is unlikely to receive significant playing time for the duration of his stay with Atlanta.
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Hawks' Kobe Bufkin: Recalled to NBA
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Atlanta recalled Bufkin from the G League's College Park Skyhawks on Friday.
Bufkin will be available for Friday's game against the Suns. He appeared in Tuesday's blowout win over the Lakers, posting three points, one rebound and one assist in two minutes, but that was his first NBA appearance since Oct. 30.
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Hawks' Kobe Bufkin: Recalled from G League
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Atlanta recalled Bufkin from the G League's College Park Skyhawks on Tuesday.
Bufkin is coming off the best performance of his season with the Skyhawks, as he produced 43 points (12-24 FG, 6-9 3Pt, 7-7 FT), nine rebounds, three assists, one steal and just one turnover in 36 minutes Monday in a 122-118 loss to the Ontario Clippers. The Hawks may need Bufkin's services Tuesday against the Lakers if Dejounte Murray (hamstring) is ruled out for a second straight game.
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Hawks' Kobe Bufkin: Makes return from G League
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The Hawks recalled Bufkin from the G League's College Park Skyhawks on Wednesday.
Bufkin has performed well in the G League this season, and he'll join the parent club ahead of Wednesday's game against the Thunder. However, he's made just two appearances for Atlanta this year and is unlikely to see much playing time Wednesday.
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Hawks' Kobe Bufkin: Cleared to play
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Bufkin (thumb) has been cleared to play in Saturday's game against the Grizzlies, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.
Bufkin fractured his thumb in early November and has been sidelined since. There's no guarantee he sees the floor right away, but the Hawks may need to look his way with Dejounte Murray questionable to play with a forearm contusion.
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Hawks' Kobe Bufkin: Could make return Saturday
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Bufkin (thumb) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Grizzlies.
After fracturing his left thumb in early November, Bufkin was fully cleared for practice Wednesday and will have his first chance to make a return. While he'll likely have his minutes monitored if available, Bufkin could see more playing time if Dejounte Murray (forearm) sits.
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Hawks' Kobe Bufkin: Significant absence expected
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Bufkin is expected to miss 8-10 weeks due to his thumb fracture, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.
Bufkin's initial timeline featured a re-evaluation in mid-November, but it appears that the duration of his absence will be much longer. The rookie suffered the injury on Nov. 3, placing his return to game action sometime in January.
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Hawks' Kobe Bufkin: Suffers left thumb fracture
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Bufkin sustained a left thumb fracture while practicing with the G League's College Park Skyhawks on Friday and will be re-evaluated in two weeks.
Bufkin wasn't a significant part of Atlanta's rotation early in the regular season and was practicing with the G League club recently to work on his development. However, he'll now be unavailable for at least two weeks. Once he's cleared to return to game action, it wouldn't be surprising to see the 20-year-old ramp up in the G League.
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Hawks' Kobe Bufkin: Rejoins parent club
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Bufkin was reassigned to the Hawks on Friday, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.
Bufkin was assigned to the G League's College Park Skyhawks on Thursday but will be back with the parent club a day later. He hasn't been part of the rotation in the NBA to begin the year.
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Hawks' Kobe Bufkin: Returns to bench
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Bufkin isn't in the starting five for Friday's preseason game versus the 76ers, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.
Bufkin will be replaced by Trae Young in the starting lineup for Friday's preseason finale. The rookie guard is expected to compete with Patty Mills for the backup point guard role.
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Hawks' Kobe Bufkin: Scores 18 in loss
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Bufkin posted 18 points (7-18 FG, 0-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), one rebound, one assist, one steal and a block across 23 minutes during Sunday's 101-80 loss to the Mavericks.
Bufkin continues to struggle to score efficiently, missing all six of his three-point attempts and shooting 38.8 percent from the floor. Despite his offensive struggles, Bufkin showed promise on the defensive end, recording a steal and a block while taking multiple charges. The 15th overall pick will likely be a depth piece at the guard position for Atlanta to start his rookie campaign.
