Onyeka Okongwu Injury Status Update for April 17th, 2026
The Hawks got some good news today — Onyeka Okongwu has been cleared and is officially available to play. Onyeka had previously been listed as Out, so his return to the lineup is a welcome development for the Hawks.
Onyeka Okongwu Season Averages
The Hawks get back a player who has been producing at a high level this season. In 74 games, Onyeka is averaging 15.2 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 3.1 assists in 31.0 minutes per game.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31.0 | 15.2 | 7.6 | 3.1 | 11.6 |
Hawks Performance With & Without Onyeka Okongwu
The numbers tell a clear story about Onyeka's value to the Hawks. With Onyeka in the lineup this season, the team is 41-33. Without him, they've gone 5-3.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 41-33 | 5-3 | — |
| Off Rating | 115.1 | 114.4 | -0.7 |
| Def Rating | 112.8 | 113.7 | +1.0 |
| Net Rating | 2.4 | 0.6 | -1.7 |
| PPG | 118.7 | 116.3 | -2.5 |
Teammate Usage Shift With Onyeka Okongwu Back
With Onyeka back in the lineup, some teammates will see their usage decrease. Players like Buddy Hield, RayJ Dennis and Jock Landale are likely to see reduced touches and shot attempts as the offense flows through Onyeka again.
PPG: -30.2 | FGA: -16.5 | MPG: -16.4 | RPG: -2.2 | APG: -2.7
PPG: -10.0 | FGA: -9.5 | MPG: -22.7 | RPG: -3.0
PPG: -14.7 | FGA: -6.1 | MPG: -14.8 | RPG: -8.6 | APG: -3.0
Onyeka Okongwu Betting Trends
With Onyeka 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 Okongwu) Nickeil Alexander-Walker PTS OVER: 48-23 (+22.9u, 18.3 / -110 avg. line) Dyson Daniels REB OVER: 45-25 (+19.4u, 6.1 / -107 avg. line)
Onyeka 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.