The Atlanta Hawks introduced that middle N’Faly Dante has been recognized with a torn ACL in his proper knee and can miss the rest of the 2025–26 season.
Dante is anticipated to endure surgical procedure in January, successfully ending his 12 months earlier than it actually started.
The damage occurred final week whereas Dante was taking part in for the Faculty Park Skyhawks on the G League Winter Showcase.
He went down after twisting his knee awkwardly on a rebound and was unable to go away the courtroom with out help.
The timing was particularly unlucky, because it marked his first sport again after just lately clearing concussion protocol.
Dante joined Atlanta within the offseason after spending final 12 months on a two-way contract with the Houston Rockets.
Though his take care of the Hawks was solely partially assured, the damage ensures he’ll obtain his full wage for the season.
His loss additional thins Atlanta’s depth, as he turns into the third fringe roster participant this month to endure a season-ending damage, following Jacob Toppin and Eli Ndiaye.
Hawks’ N’Faly Dante Out For Season With Torn ACL https://t.co/oVRxc448JR pic.twitter.com/yH3OB7ilgJ
— Hoops Rumors (@HoopsRumors) December 23, 2025
