What happened: The Atlanta Hawks announced that guard Kingston Flemings (back tightness) will not return to tonight's game at Chicago. He had been listed available before tipoff with a lumbar spasm.
Why it matters: Atlanta is 7-5 in 2026-27 through 12 games and sits fourth in the seed race. The Hawks enter off a 124-114 loss to the Lakers on Nov. 9, their most recent result.
By the numbers: Flemings is averaging 8.5 points, 2.6 rebounds and 4.4 assists in 2026-27 through 11 games.
What to watch: Atlanta plays out the remainder of the game without him.