Fansided · Jul 21, 2025
Assessing Kobe Bufkin’s Potential After NBA Summer League
The Atlanta Hawks finished 4-1 in the Las Vegas Summer League, and Kobe Bufkin played a major role in their success.
Atlanta Hawks guard Kobe Bufkin driving on Cameron Matthews during Hawks vs Rockets. | Allen Berezovsky/GettyImagesAtlanta Hawks point guard Kobe Bufkin has been plagued by injuries during his first two seasons in the league, but after playing in the NBA2K26 Summer League, he’s shown great potential. Many experts were doubtful because he wasn't part of the Hawks' regular rotation, but he started his Summer League run with a 29-point game in their 105-98 victory over the Miami Heat.