Hawks' Kobe Bufkin: Team option exercised

Bufkin's (shoulder) third-year option for 2025-26 was picked up by Atlanta on Wednesday

Bufkin's ongoing recovery from a shoulder subluxation has a multi-week timeline, and durability continues to be an issue for the young guard, who also spent time the G League last season but has logged just 17 NBA appearances. Nonetheless, his development is a priority for the Hawks.