McCollum, Daniels headline starting five for preseason matchup

Alexander-Walker and Wiggins also get the opening nod.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

Tonight's Starting 🖐️ CJ McCollum Nickeil Alexander-Walker Dyson Daniels Aaron Wiggins Onyeka Okongwu Via @ATLHawks on X

What happened: CJ McCollum, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Dyson Daniels, Aaron Wiggins, and Onyeka Okongwu will open the preseason contest on the floor. The current starting five pairs McCollum with Daniels as they prepare for the 2026-27 campaign.

Why it matters: The lineup offers an early look at rotation dynamics ahead of the regular season. Wiggins steps into a starting role alongside the established backcourt.

What to watch: The rotation patterns will be monitored as the team finalizes its regular-season depth chart.

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@ATLHawks 2026-10-09T00:00:06.091533+00:00

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