Dyson Daniels Injury Status Update for April 17th, 2026
The Hawks got some good news today — Dyson Daniels has been cleared and is officially available to play. Dyson had previously been listed as Out, so his return to the lineup is a welcome development for the Hawks.
Dyson Daniels Season Averages
The Hawks get back a player who has been producing at a high level this season. In 76 games, Dyson is averaging 11.9 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 5.9 assists in 33.1 minutes per game.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33.1 | 11.9 | 6.8 | 5.9 | 10.2 |
Hawks Performance With & Without Dyson Daniels
The numbers tell a clear story about Dyson's value to the Hawks. With Dyson in the lineup this season, the team is 44-32. Without him, they've gone 2-4. The Hawks's net rating is 12.2 points worse per 100 possessions when Dyson plays, which is a substantial gap. Interestingly, the offense has actually been slightly more efficient without him (111.4 vs 115.3), though that can be a small-sample anomaly.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 44-32 | 2-4 | — |
| Off Rating | 115.3 | 111.4 | -3.9 |
| Def Rating | 112.3 | 120.5 | +8.3 |
| Net Rating | 3.1 | -9.1 | -12.2 |
| PPG | 118.7 | 115.5 | -3.2 |
Teammate Usage Shift With Dyson Daniels Back
With Dyson back in the lineup, some teammates will see their usage decrease. Players like Buddy Hield, RayJ Dennis and Keaton Wallace are likely to see reduced touches and shot attempts as the offense flows through Dyson again.
PPG: -14.5 | FGA: -7.9 | MPG: -7.9
PPG: -5.0 | FGA: -5.5 | MPG: -12.8 | APG: -3.5
FGA: -4.0 | MPG: -8.3
Dyson Daniels Betting Trends
With Dyson returning to the lineup, bettors should be aware of how the Hawks have performed with him on the floor this season. Here are the key trends:
💰 Betting Trends (with Daniels) Nickeil Alexander-Walker PTS OVER: 47-26 (+18.6u, 18.4 / -109 avg. line) Jalen Johnson STL UNDER: 48-18 (+13.5u, 1.5 / -178 avg. line)
Dyson is expected to resume his normal role in the lineup tonight. Stay tuned for more injury updates and lineup news for the Hawks and the rest of the league.