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Ex-K-State star Coleman Hawkins makes strong first impression with Warriors

In his Las Vegas Summer League debut, Hawkins showcased his versatility with 7 points, 7 rebounds, signaling his readiness for the next level.
ByBen Spicer|
Mar 11, 2025; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas State Wildcats guard Coleman Hawkins (33) drives to the basket during the first half against the Arizona State Sun Devils at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images
Mar 11, 2025; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas State Wildcats guard Coleman Hawkins (33) drives to the basket during the first half against the Arizona State Sun Devils at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images | William Purnell-Imagn Images

Versatility has always been Coleman Hawkins' calling card — and in his first Las Vegas Summer League appearance, the former Kansas State forward reminded scouts why he fits the modern NBA mold.

Hawkins posted seven points, seven rebounds, and four assists in 17 minutes off the bench for the Golden State Warriors, adding two steals in a 103–93 win over the Utah Jazz.

The 6-foot-10 forward shot 3-of-5 from the field and 1-of-3 from three, showing touch on the perimeter and strong decision-making as a secondary playmaker.

He had previously played in the California Classic Summer League, putting up seven points and five boards in just 12 minutes against the Lakers on July 5.

After a DNP (coach’s decision) on July 6 vs. the Spurs, he returned with a strong outing against Miami on July 8: nine points, four assists, and three rebounds in 20 minutes of a 93–79 loss.

Hawkins did not appear in the Warriors' Las Vegas opener — a 103–73 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers — but Golden State sits at 1–1 entering Tuesday’s matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies.

A four-year veteran at Illinois, Hawkins transferred to Kansas State for his final collegiate season, where he averaged 10.7 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 4.3 assists, earning All-Big 12 Third Team honors.

He started slowly in Manhattan, with just one double-digit scoring performance in the first five games, but came alive during Big 12 play, including a stretch of five straight double-digit games and wins over West Virginia, Iowa State, and Kansas.

His season ended with a bang — 26 points and eight boards in a Big 12 Tournament win over Arizona State.

Kansas State finished 16–17 (9–11 Big 12) and missed the NCAA Tournament for a second straight year.

The program is now in full rebuild mode, returning just three scholarship players — David Castillo, Mobi Ikegwuruka, and Taj Manning — while reloading with major transfers like MAC Player of the Year Nate Johnson (Akron) and Second-Team All-American PJ Haggerty (Memphis).

For Hawkins, the Summer League is a crucial showcase. With his combination of size, vision, defensive versatility, and floor spacing, he's proving he belongs in today’s NBA.