Former Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent remains without a team ahead of the 2026-27 season, but he reportedly turned down an opportunity to sign with the reigning NBA champions. According to NBA insider Mark Stein , Vincent decided not to sign with the New York Knicks , electing to wait for a more sure-fire opportunity for the upcoming season. "The Stein Line has learned that former Heat, Lakers and Hawks guard Gabe Vincent could have signed with the Knicks as well to join the wing battle...
Ben Simmons has explained the thinking behind one of the most scrutinized moments of his career – his decision to pass instead of attempting an open dunk late in Game 7 against the Atlanta Hawks in the 2021 playoffs. Simmons said the play unfolded too quickly for him to recognize how much room he actually […]
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The Hawks and Hornets have discussed a potential trade built around Buddy Hield and Dorian Finney-Smith, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer. Fischer reported that the teams have held on-and-off talks at various points this month, though there is no indication that an agreement is imminent, as relayed by NBA On SI. Atlanta has explored […]
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Two rising Eastern Conference teams, the Charlotte Hornets and Atlanta Hawks, are reportedly in discussions regarding a trade that would swap key role players ahead of the upcoming season. According to NBA insider Jake Fischer , the Hornets and Hawks have engaged in on-and-off trade talks that would send Buddy Hield to Charlotte and land Dorian Finney-Smith in Charlotte. "Atlanta and Charlotte, league sources say, have engaged in on-and-off trade discussions at various points this month on tra...
The Charlotte Hornets and Atlanta Hawks have discussed a potential trade centered around Dorian Finney-Smith and Buddy Hield, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. “Atlanta and Charlotte, league sources say, have engaged in on-and-off trade discussions at various points this month on trade frameworks that would feature the Hornets’ Dorian Finney-Smith and the […]
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Reports indicate that the Hawks have been actively trying to offload Buddy Hield's contract, even engaging in discussions with the Hornets to do so.
By Eli Cohen | at September 20, 2026 7:07 pm While much of the NBA’s business has concluded ahead of the 2026/27 season, some teams are still mulling over decisions or potential changes to be made. Two of those teams are the Hawks and Hornets. The two Southeast Division squads have been intermittently discussing a trade that would include sending Buddy Hield to Charlotte and Dorian Finney-Smith to Atlanta, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, via Marc Stein (subscriber link). Previous ...
While much of the NBA’s business has concluded ahead of the 2026/27 season, some teams are still mulling over roster decisions or potential changes. Two of those teams are the Hawks and Hornets. The two Southeast Division squads have been intermittently discussing a trade that would include sending Buddy Hield to Charlotte and Dorian Finney-Smith […]
The Golden State Warriors mid-season trade with the Atlanta Hawks is set for a twist with surging rumors of a Buddy Hield move to the Charlotte Hornets.
After joining the Atlanta Hawks halfway through the 2025-26 campaign, Buddy Hield could be on the move again.
Raptors The Raptors added Kawhi Leonard, giving them another elite and versatile defender beside Scottie Barnes. That still doesn’t guarantee an answer for every opponent. Rocco Moschella of NBA On SI identified teams with multiple creators and a strong interior presence as Toronto’s most difficult potential matchup. Barnes and Leonard can handle the first two […]
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Kawhi Leonard’s return could give the Hawks another serious competitor when the next major player hits the trade market.
Jonathan Kuminga has already seen his NBA career take several turns before turning 24. After winning a championship with the Golden State Warriors, he dealt with an unstable role, moved to the Atlanta Hawks during the 2025-26 season and entered free agency again just months later. Now, the former No. 7 overall pick has a […]
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The Hawks requested waivers on Lamont Butler last week, per NBA.com’s transaction log, and the 6’2″ guard is now an unrestricted free agent (hat tip to Hawks beat reporter Brad Rowland). Butler signed a non-guaranteed training camp deal with Atlanta last week, a contract that likely featured Exhibit 10 language. He should be on track […]
The Hawks have requested waivers on big man Will Baker, the team announced today in a press release. The move opens up a second spot on Atlanta’s 21-man offseason roster, as the club now has 19 players under contract. Baker, who went undrafted in 2024 out of LSU, has spent the past two seasons in […]
The Atlanta Hawks' decision to trade Luke Kennard for Gabe Vincent wasn't popular at first, but it still makes sense, even now that the latter is still available.
The Atlanta Hawks have a true hidden gem in their frontcourt with Asa Newell, and the league is just now starting to take notice.
The Hawks have prioritized flexibility, development, and long-term thinking under new president of basketball operations Onsi Saleh. The team has made a number of shrewd moves to not only recoup draft picks following the Dejounte Murray trade, but also bring in consecutive Most Improved Player award winners in Dyson Daniels and Nickeil Alexander-Walker the last […]
ESPN’s Bobby Marks joins Alex Golden and Mike Facci for a loaded conversation previewing the upcoming NBA season! There was so much to discuss that the guys couldn’t even get to everything on their list—but Bobby delivered plenty of insight on the Pacers, the Eastern Conference, the championship picture and some of the most fascinating teams around the league. The conversation begins with Indiana and the changing landscape of the East before diving into Atlanta’s offseason additions and just h...
Saddiq Bey made a successful return from a torn ACL last season. And now he’s being rewarded for it. The New Orleans Pelicans forward has agreed to a three-year, $55.5 million contract extension, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The deal reportedly includes a trade kicker. Bey was previously under contract for one more season, on a salary of $6.4 million. Bey entered last season as an unknown after tearing his ACL toward the end of the 2023-24 season, ending his time with the Atlanta Hawks....
While the Atlanta Hawks shouldn't mess around with deadlines, they don't need to rush their final impossible roster decision.
The Atlanta Hawks still need one more big-swing trade to be a serious contender in the East.
Corey Kispert's weakness - not being able to generate possessions - may lead to his inevitable exodus from the Atlanta Hawks next season.
The Atlanta Hawks have one of the most promising units of youth in the NBA, and ESPN seems to agree.