Latest News About Hawks Add Kingston Flemings With Their Eighth Pick

The Atlanta Hawks chosen guard Kingston Flemings with the eighth overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Flemings played college hoops for the University of Houston before entering the professional league. Media outlets had profiled his move 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 explosive backcourt talent. CBS Sports previously noted Flemings' scholarly focus, often calling him a "bookworm" while praising his promise as a player. This pick represents the highest selection for the team in years. The draft event took place late Tuesday night and continued into early Wednesday morning.