Nickeil Alexander-Walker Out Thursday with Foot Injury

Atlanta Hawks guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Wizards due to a foot injury. He will be joined on the sidelines by Jalen Johnson (hip). This absence could result in Jonathan Kuminga stepping into the starting lineup and a more prominent role, while CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert are also expected to see an uptick in minutes. Alexander-Walker's next opportunity to play will be Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers, for which he should be considered questionable.