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San Antonio native Kingston Flemings drafted by Atlanta Hawks after stellar Houston season
Summary by Magnolia News Editorial Desk Joseph Rowe , as published by FOX 26 Houston (KRIV)
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information about Kingston Flemings and his selection by the Atlanta Hawks is available from FOX 26 Houston, including details about the 2026 NBA Draft where he was picked eighth overall.
A University of Houston freshman guard has been chosen by a professional basketball team. Kingston Flemings, who is originally from San Antonio, was selected by the Atlanta Hawks. He had a notable season with the University of Houston, earning All-American honors.
Flemings also helped lead the Cougars to the Sweet 16. Further information about Kingston Flemings and his selection by the Atlanta Hawks is available from FOX 26 Houston, including details about the 2026 NBA Draft where he was picked eighth overall.
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Category: local Published: June 24, 2026 Source: FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A University of Houston freshman guard has been chosen by a professional basketball team. Kingston Flemings, who is originally from San Antonio, was selected by the Atlanta Hawks. He had a notable…
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