Luguentz Dort is listed day-to-day with a right knee contusion, a status the Hawks issued Monday afternoon. He will not play in Monday night's preseason game against the Grizzlies.
What happened
The Hawks listed Luguentz Dort as day-to-day Monday at 5:35 p.m. ET with a right knee contusion. His previous status is not announced. Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports that Dort will not play in Monday's preseason game against the Grizzlies because of the knee issue. The team has set his expected return for Oct. 8.
What it means for the Hawks
Dort sits out the preseason opener against the Grizzlies on Monday at 7:00 p.m. ET. Last season he played 69 games for the Hawks, averaging 26.8 minutes, 8.3 points, 3.6 rebounds and 1.2 assists. Atlanta is 0-0 since the 2026-27 season has not started, so there is no record with or without him yet. In his absence, minutes have gone to Jalen Johnson, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Dyson Daniels, Onyeka Okongwu, CJ McCollum, Trae Young, Keshon Gilbert and Kristaps Porzingis, based on recent box scores.
What to watch
Dort's expected return is Oct. 8, according to the Hawks' injury report. The team will issue another update on his right knee ahead of its next preseason game. Beyond the Oct. 8 timeline, there is no further word on his status, and the Hawks have more preseason games ahead before the 2026-27 season begins.
Is Luguentz Dort playing vs the Grizzlies?
No. Dort is day-to-day with a right knee contusion and will not play in Monday's preseason game against the Grizzlies.
When will Luguentz Dort be back?
The Hawks have set his expected return for Oct. 8.