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Keon Johnson’s latest stay on an NBA roster lasted about one day. He also had plenty of company on the waiver wire. The Hawks waived Johnson on Thursday after signing him Wednesday, according to the NBA’s official transaction log. The move was likely procedural, with Johnson expected to join the College Park Skyhawks in the […] The post Keon Johnson, 11 others waived in flurry of NBA roster moves appeared first on Hoops Wire .
In addition to Johni Broome (Clippers) and AJ Hoggard (Raptors), 10 other players were waived by their respective teams on Thursday, according to the official transactions log at NBA.com. Here are the other players who were released: Keon Johnson (Hawks) Jordan Riley (Pistons) Payton Sandfort (Timberwolves) Nate Santos (Timberwolves) Keylan Boone (Trail Blazers) Barry Dunning […]
Bob Pettit, the Hall of Fame forward who became the NBA’s first Most Valuable Player and led the St. Louis Hawks to their only championship, has died. He was 93. Pettit died peacefully Wednesday at his home in Metairie, Louisiana, his family said. LSU announced his death Thursday. (lsusports.net, wafb.com) Pettit starred at LSU before […] The post Bob Pettit, NBA’s first MVP and LSU legend, dies at 93 appeared first on Hoops Wire .
NEW ORLEANS — Bob Pettit, an imposing scorer and rebounder for the St. Louis Hawks and winner of the NBA’s first Most Valuable Player award in 1956, has died. He was 93. Pettit’s alma mater, LSU, announced Thursday that he died a day earlier. The university did not provide a cause of death. Pettit was an All-American at LSU before going on to the NBA, where he was an All-Star for each of his 11 seasons, all with the Hawks. He led them to the 1958 championship over the mighty Boston Celtics, th...
NBA legend Bob Pettit died Wednesday at the age of 93.
NBA Hall of Famer and Atlanta Hawks legend Bob Pettit died Thursday at 93, marking the loss of one of the most accomplished players from the league’s early years. The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announced Pettit’s death Thursday. “The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame mourns the passing of Bob Pettit, a sleek, skilled […] The post Hawks legend, NBA Hall of Famer Bob Pettit passes away at 93 appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Atlanta Hawks showed interest in Daniel Gafford last season, and Henri Veesaar's injury could cause these trade talks to pick up again.
If Veesaar decided to return to college, he probably wouldn't have gotten hurt, and secured his status as a first-round pick.
Atlanta has plenty of reasons to play their newest addition nightly, but should they prioritize him over development of their young guys?
As the Atlanta Hawks navigate a roster crunch, they made a trade with the Charlotte Hornets to acquire Dorian Finney-Smith. In return, Atlanta gave up Buddy Hield, Ryan Nembhard and cash considerations. https://twitter.com/ATLHawks/status/2102550167614640339 On the surface, this trade doesn’t seem like much. To the confusion of many, the Hawks chose to fully guarantee Hield’s contract […] The post The Atlanta Hawks Are Banking on Dorian Finney-Smith to Bounce Back appeared first on The Lead .
Dorian Finney-Smith's trade to the Hawks secures his future with Atlanta - if he can return his three-point shooting to his career average.
If uncertainty continues, the Atlanta Hawks could benefit from monitoring Karl-Anthony Towns' situation.
NBA legend and Hall of Famer Bob Pettit has died at the age of 93. Pettit’s death was announced Thursday by the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. A cause of death was not provided. One of the NBA’s first true superstars, Pettit spent his entire 11-year career with the Milwaukee and St. Louis Hawks, now […] The post NBA Icon and Hall of Famer Bob Pettit Dies at 93 appeared first on Basketball Forever .
The Atlanta Hawks have signed former first-round pick Keon Johnson to an Exhibit 10 contract, according to Brad Rowland. Johnson, selected No. 21 overall by the Los Angeles Clippers in the 2021 NBA Draft, has spent the past five seasons moving between the NBA and G League while looking to establish himself as a consistent […] The post Hawks sign Keon Johnson appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
It was encouraging to see Kevin Durant having fun at the Houston Rockets Media Day. Durant’s cheerfulness was a good omen, especially after his first season with the Rockets did not end as well as he had hoped. The veteran star was hampered by multiple injuries in the first round of the playoffs and was […] The post Watch Kevin Durant’s hilarious reaction to Amen Thompson’s Media Day session appeared first on ClutchPoints .
By Arthur Hill | at September 23, 2026 7:26 pm Former first-round pick Keon Johnson has signed with the Hawks, the team announced in an email. No contract details were released, but it’s likely to be an Exhibit 10 deal with a training camp invitation. That would make Johnson eligible to earn a bonus worth up to $91K on top of his G League salary if he gets waived and spends at least 60 days with Atlanta’s affiliate, the College Park Skyhawks. Johnson is ineligible for a two-way contract becaus...
Former first-round pick Keon Johnson has signed with the Hawks, the team announced in a press release. No contract details were released, but it’s likely to be an Exhibit 10 deal with a training camp invitation. That would make Johnson eligible to earn a bonus worth up to $91K on top of his G League salary […]
By Arthur Hill | at September 23, 2026 6:14 pm Management changes in Atlanta caused Trae Young to want to move on after spending more than seven years with the organization, relays Josh Robbins of The Athletic. Appearing this week on Michael Porter Jr.’s podcast (YouTube link), Young said he didn’t feel the same type of support from the front office after Onsi Saleh took over as the Hawks’ president of basketball operations. “I love the owner, Tony (Ressler), and all the ownership group and ev...
Management changes in Atlanta caused Trae Young to want to move on after spending more than seven years with the organization, relays Josh Robbins of The Athletic. Appearing this week on Michael Porter Jr.’s podcast (YouTube link), Young said he didn’t feel the same type of support from the front office after Onsi Saleh took […]
The Atlanta Hawks' trades this summer have a defensive identity in mind, which is the opposite of the Trae Young era.
Here’s a look at the Hawks’ biggest strengths and weaknesses heading into 2026-27 after another offseason that changed the whole roster.
Atlanta has a laughable number of expiring and non-guaranteed contracts they could part with at the trade deadline.
Dorian Finney-Smith can help the Atlanta Hawks finally breakthrough this season - giving them their best ten-man rotation in years.
Dealing two of their young point guards could come back to bite the Atlanta Hawks as they aim for contention.
The Hawks moving on from Devin Carter and Ryan Nembhard creates a clearer path for Kingston Flemings.