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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 28: Jonathan Kuminga #0 of the Atlanta Hawks dribbles during the second half of Game Five of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on April 28, 2026 in New York City. The Knicks won 126-97. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
On Thursday, the Atlanta Hawks are playing the New York Knicks at State Farm Arena for Game 6 of their first-round playoff series.
The Hawks had a 2-1 lead in the series, but have now lost each of the last two games.
A loss on Thursday would end their season.
Hawks Have To Make Major Jonathan Kuminga Decision
GettyJonathan Kuminga #0 of the Atlanta Hawks reacts after a basket against the New York Knicks during the fourth quarter of game three of the Eastern Conference first round playoffs at State Farm Arena on April 23, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia.
With their season on the verge of ending, it’s worth pointing out that the Hawks have to make a major decision on one of their most notable players this summer.
Jonathan Kuminga had a team option in his contract for the 2026-27 season that would pay him over $24 million.
He was traded to the Hawks (via the Golden State Warriors) earlier this season.
Ben Stinar Ben Stinar has been covering the NBA for over seven years. He has written for OnSI, Forbes, Amico Hoops, The Big Lead and had a podcast with former All-Star Jameer Nelson. More about Ben Stinar