Atlanta Hawks forward Jonathan Kuminga (0) controls the ball against the Washington Wizards during the second half at State Farm Arena.
Feb 24, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Jonathan Kuminga (0) controls the ball against the Washington Wizards during the second half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
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NBA World Reacts to Jonathan Kuminga ‘Going CRAZY’ in Historic Hawks Debut: ‘Absolute Steal’

NBA world erupts after Jonathan Kuminga drops 27 points in a historic debut for the Atlanta Hawks against the Washington Wizards.

On Tuesday night (Feb. 24), the Atlanta Hawks hosted the Washington Wizards at State Farm Arena. The Hawks won  119–98.

Kuminga, making his debut for Atlanta, exploded for a 27-point outing, shattering several records. He also added seven rebounds and four assists while shooting 75% from the field and 75% from three-point range in just 25 minutes of action.

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NBA World Reacts to Jonathan Kuminga’s Performance Against the Wizards

Kuminga’s performance quickly turned heads across the NBA world, especially given that the young forward saw his role and minutes shrink in Golden State earlier this season.

He was ultimately shipped to Atlanta in exchange for Kristaps Porziņģis on Feb. 5. Coming off the bench, Kuminga posted team-high numbers and led the Hawks to their 29th win of the season.

Here’s how the NBA world reacted to Kuminga’s debut performance in Atlanta:

StatMuse posted his stat line, highlighting the scoring punch:

“27 PTS (25 MIN)

7 REB

2 STL

9-12 FG

3-4 3P

Already a season-high in his first game with his new team.”

Real App’s X account highlighted the record-breaking nature of the performance:

“Jonathan Kuminga just had the most points off the bench in a Hawks debut EVER.”

Polymarket Hoops spotlighted another milestone:

“Jonathan Kuminga tonight:

27 PTS

7 REB

4 AST

75% FG

Most points in a Hawks debut since 2002.”

NBA insider Brett Siegel praised the 23-year-old forward:

“Quite the debut for Jonathan Kuminga with the Hawks tonight:

27 points and 7 rebounds in 24 minutes off the bench.”

Legion Hoops posted Kuminga’s stat line mid-game:

“Jonathan Kuminga is going CRAZY in his Hawks debut:

25 POINTS

6 REBOUNDS

4 ASSISTS

2 STEALS

8/9 FG

3/4 3P

Through 3 quarters 🤯🔥”

DraftKings Network celebrated the debut by posting an image of Hawks legend Dominique Wilkins:

“Jonathan Kuminga in his Hawks debut.”

Fliff X handle took a shot at Warriors HC, Steve Kerr, posting a Michael Jordan compilation video:

“Jonathan Kuminga when his coach isn’t Steve Kerr.”

Hater Report X page echoed similar sentiments:

“Steve Kerr is a domestic terr***t. Jonathan Kuminga dropped 27 on 12 shots in his Atlanta Hawks debut 😭.”

Hawks reporter Brad Rowland added:

“Risacher and Kuminga have played well together tonight. (all Wizards-related caveats apply).”

RotoWire highlighted how quickly Kuminga is thriving with his new team:

“Jonathan Kuminga was traded to the Hawks and is already showing out. His career high in points with the Warriors was 34. Tonight, he nearly reached that in ONE game with 27 😳”

CollectNPlay summed up the reaction:

“Jonathan Kuminga was an absolute steal… dude has All-Star potential.”

In the Golden State, Kuminga averaged 12.1 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 2.5 assists in 20 games this season. He was removed from the starting lineup and benched multiple times, never finding a consistent role in Kerr’s rotation.

With the win, the Hawks improved to 29–31. They are 3–2 in their last five games and currently sit ninth in the Eastern Conference, firmly holding a play-in spot.

Mohammad Faisal
Written by Mohammad Faisal

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