The Player Who's the X-Factor for the Atlanta Hawks in 2026

News ArticlePublishedJul 29, 2026 at 10:39 PM EDTThe Atlanta Hawks have added plenty of experience to their roster. That's good. But, their biggest X-factor could end up being one of the youngest players on the team.That's Kingston Flemings.Atlanta picked the Houston guard with the No. 8 selection in the first round after watching several backcourt prospects come off the board ahead of them. Instead of forcing a pick based on need, the Hawks landed a player who brings something their roster could use: another guard who can get points on the board.More sports news: New Orleans Pelicans’ 2026 Season OutlookFlemings enters the NBA with plenty of confidence and the ability to attack defenders. At just 19 years old, he still has plenty of room to grow, but his skill set gives Atlanta another op