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Hawks encounter early season challenge to depth with Daniels and Krejci joining extensive injury list.

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Hawks encounter early season challenge to depth with Daniels and Krejci joining extensive injury list.

The Atlanta Hawks are currently encountering a significant challenge regarding their roster depth as injuries continue to pile up. Guards Dyson Daniels and Vit Krejci have recently joined a growing list of sidelined players, exacerbating the Hawks’ concerns as they proceed in the season.

Prior to the newest injuries, the Hawks were already coping without small forward De’Andre Hunter, who is dealing with inflammation in his right knee. Additionally, shooting guard Bogdan Bogdanovic has been unavailable due to tendinopathy in his right hamstring, and backup point guard Kobe Bufkin’s injury from a right shoulder subluxation has further strained the team’s resources. This unfortunate turn of events unfolded during the Hawks’ 121-119 defeat against the Washington Wizards on Monday night.

During the game, Daniels suffered a right hip flexor strain, which will prevent him from playing in Wednesday’s rematch against Washington. Krejci, who experienced a right adductor strain, is expected to be absent for a minimum of two weeks. Krejci’s role had become increasingly vital as he filled in for the starting point guard Trae Young following Bufkin’s injury.

On Tuesday, the Hawks reported updates concerning some of their injured players. Bogdanovic underwent a non-surgical procedure on Monday, with plans for reassessment in about four weeks. Similarly, Bufkin’s condition will also be reviewed after roughly the same interval. Meanwhile, Hunter has been out of action for the last two games, adding to the team’s difficulties.