The Atlanta Hawks selected guard Kingston Flemings with the eighth overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Flemings played college basketball for the University of Houston before entering the professional league. Press had examined his transition from college to the NBA for several months leading up to the draft. The selection confirms earlier reports that Flemings would be a first-round pick. New York Times coverage highlighted the Hawks' choice of the dynamic guard. CBS Sports previously noted Flemings' academic focus, often calling him a "nerd" while praising his promise as a player. This pick represents the top pick for the franchise in years. The draft event took place late nighttime and continued into early Wednesday morning.
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Kingston Flemings selected by Atlanta Hawks with the No. 8 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft - The New York Times
Kingston Flemings selected by Atlanta Hawks with the No. 8 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft The New York Times
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Atlanta Hawks draft dynamic guard Kingston Flemings with No. 8 pick in NBA Draft - 11Alive.com
Atlanta Hawks draft dynamic guard Kingston Flemings with No. 8 pick in NBA Draft 11Alive.com
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Kingston Flemings - ESPN
Kingston Flemings ESPN
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Kingston Flemings to Hawks, Watch Highlights of No. 8 Pick in 2026 NBA Draft - Bleacher Report
Kingston Flemings to Hawks, Watch Highlights of No. 8 Pick in 2026 NBA Draft Bleacher Report
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Hawks pick Kingston Flemings with No. 8 overall pick - AJC.com
Hawks pick Kingston Flemings with No. 8 overall pick AJC.com