Onyeka Okongwu Injury Status Update for March 28th, 2026
Onyeka Okongwu of the Hawks has been ruled out and will not play today. Onyeka was previously listed as Available before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 7th game Onyeka has missed this season.
Onyeka Okongwu Season Averages
Onyeka's absence leaves a significant hole in the Hawks rotation. Across 68 games this season, he's averaging 15.3 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game while playing 31.0 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31.0 | 15.3 | 7.7 | 3.2 | 11.7 |
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 37-30. Without him, they've gone 4-2. Interestingly, the offense has actually been slightly more efficient without him (112.8 vs 114.9), though that can be a small-sample anomaly.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 37-30 | 4-2 | — |
| Off Rating | 114.9 | 112.8 | -2.1 |
| Def Rating | 113.3 | 109.3 | -4.0 |
| Net Rating | 1.6 | 3.5 | +1.9 |
| PPG | 118.7 | 115.0 | -3.7 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Onyeka Okongwu?
When Onyeka sits, other Hawks players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, Jock Landale and Mouhamed Gueye stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Onyeka has been out this season, Jock Landale has averaged 18.2 more points per game, 7.5 additional field goal attempts, 13.2 extra minutes, 7.5 more rebounds and 3.5 more assists.
PPG: +18.2 | FGA: +7.5 | MPG: +13.2 | RPG: +7.5 | APG: +3.5
When Onyeka has been out this season, Mouhamed Gueye has averaged 9.0 extra minutes and 2.3 more rebounds.
MPG: +9.0 | RPG: +2.3
Full Injury Report — Onyeka Okongwu'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:
Kings @ Hawks - March 28, 2026 Sacramento Kings: De'Andre Hunter (Out) Zach LaVine (Out) Keegan Murray (Out) Russell Westbrook (Out) Domantas Sabonis (Out) Atlanta Hawks: Onyeka Okongwu (Out) Dyson Daniels (Questionable) Jonathan Kuminga (Out)
We'll continue to monitor Onyeka's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Hawks.