Nickeil Alexander-Walker Injury Status Update for April 12th, 2026
Nickeil Alexander-Walker of the Hawks has been ruled out and will not play today. Nickeil was previously listed as Questionable before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 4th game Nickeil has missed this season.
Nickeil Alexander-Walker Season Averages
Nickeil's absence leaves a significant hole in the Hawks rotation. Across 78 games this season, he's averaging 20.8 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game while playing 33.4 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33.4 | 20.8 | 3.4 | 3.7 | 15.3 |
Hawks Performance With & Without Nickeil Alexander-Walker
The numbers tell a clear story about Nickeil's value to the Hawks. With Nickeil in the lineup this season, the team is 42-35. Without him, they've gone 3-0. The Hawks's net rating is 14.4 points better per 100 possessions when Nickeil plays, which is a substantial gap. Offensively, the team scores at a significantly higher rate with him on the floor (114.9 vs 117.6 offensive rating).
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 42-35 | 3-0 | — |
| Off Rating | 114.9 | 117.6 | +2.7 |
| Def Rating | 113.2 | 101.5 | -11.7 |
| Net Rating | 1.8 | 16.1 | +14.4 |
| PPG | 118.4 | 117.7 | -0.8 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Nickeil Alexander-Walker?
When Nickeil sits, other Hawks players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, CJ McCollum stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Nickeil has been out this season, CJ McCollum has averaged 6.5 more points per game, 3.9 additional field goal attempts and 3.0 more rebounds.
PPG: +6.5 | FGA: +3.9 | RPG: +3.0
Full Injury Report — Nickeil Alexander-Walker's Game
Here's the complete injury report for tonight's game. Both teams have key players dealing with various ailments heading into this one:
Hawks @ Heat - April 12, 2026 Atlanta Hawks: Onyeka Okongwu (Out) Nickeil Alexander-Walker (Out) Jonathan Kuminga (Out) CJ McCollum (Out) Dyson Daniels (Out) Jalen Johnson (Out) Miami Heat: Norman Powell (Questionable)
We'll continue to monitor Nickeil's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Hawks.