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Okongwu: Hawks' X Factor at Center | Atlanta Hawks News
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- Sep 4, 2026
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- 90
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Summary
The Atlanta Hawks are banking on Onyeka Okongwu as their biggest X factor this season, with the young center stepping up as the team’s anchor at the five. After a breakout year where he averaged 15.2 points, shot over 48% from the field, and hit nearly 38% from three, Okongwu is poised to be the key to their playoff push — especially after showing his range and grit in last year’s postseason. While he’s undersized and faces defensive challenges, his growth and leadership make him essential. With limited depth behind him, Okongwu’s performance could define the Hawks’ success in a loaded Eastern Conference. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0a88a1f4694522ed