The Atlanta Hawks have announced that backup guard Kobe Bufkin will undergo surgery for right shoulder instability, sidelining him for the remainder of the season.

Bufkin, the No. 15 overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, has struggled with shoulder issues throughout his career, missing significant playing time due to injuries. The team had hoped he would serve as the backup point guard behind Trae Young, but other players have stepped in during his absence.