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Atlanta Hawks News / Peachtree Hoops / June 24

Hawks trade to 52, round out draft with 7-footer Veesaar

The Atlanta Hawks had one draft pick coming into tonight’s second round of the 2026 NBA Draft, number 57 overall. But the brass decided to use some cash to jump up to 52 and grab their guy, Henri Veesaar from UNC.

Atlanta Hawks News / Ball Exclusives / June 24

ESPN reporter expected to join Atlanta Hawks front office

ESPN NBA reporter Tim Bontemps is expected to join the front office of the Atlanta Hawks according to a report from Front Office Sports. Bontemps has worked at the world wide leader since 2018 and has served as a writer and on camera reporter throughout his tenure.

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Atlanta Hawks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 24

Hawks’ Kingston Flemings reveals motivation behind emotional pre-draft Players’ Tribune story

The Atlanta Hawks walked away with two players in the first round of the NBA Draft, with the first one being Kingston Flemings from Houston. Flemings was projected as one of the better guards in this draft, and he now heads to Atlanta, where they could use his speed in shot creation in the backcourt.

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The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time

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Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / June 24

Why Atlanta is a perfect spot for both Kingston Flemings and Zuby Ejiofor

The first night of the NBA Draft has come and gone, and despite loads of speculation about trades, the Atlanta Hawks simply kept the two picks that they entered the night with (No.

Atlanta Hawks News / The Lead / June 24

The Hawks Sharpened Their Talons in the NBA Draft

The Atlanta Hawks were a team of mystery on the first night of the NBA draft, but clues were lying around. The Hawks’ needs entering the draft were noticeable.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / June 24

Biggest Winners and Losers From the Atlanta Hawks Draft

The first round of the 2026 NBA Draft is in the books for the Atlanta Hawks. While Atlanta was mentioned as a team that was open for business and talked about as a big trade team to watch, the Hawks stuck with both of their picks at No.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / June 24

Four Players the Atlanta Hawks Should Target in the Second Round of the NBA Draft

The first round of the NBA Draft is in the books. The Atlanta Hawks came into the night with a pair of picks in the first round and they left with a pair of new players on their roster.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / June 24

Notes and Quotes: Onsi Saleh Speaks After Hawks Make Pair of Picks in First Round

The Atlanta Hawks officially have two new members on their roster. Atlanta stuck with both picks that they came into the night with, No. 8 and No. 23, and they came away with a pair of talented players that they hope will help their team, possibly as soon as next season, but mainly in the long-term vision that this front office has for this team.

Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / June 24

Hawks take Kingston Flemings with 8th overall pick

Despite a flurry of rumors leading up to the draft surrounding the Hawks, Atlanta stood pat and took Houston point guard Kingston Flemings with the 8th overall pick.

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Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick

In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.

Atlanta Hawks News / Peachtree Hoops / June 23

Hawks draft Kingston Flemings at 8

One and a half months after bowing out in the first round of the playoffs, the Hawks have now added a promising player to their core. Kingston Flemings is the pick at eighth overall, the explosive point guard out of Houston.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / June 23

Grading The Atlanta Hawks Selection' of Houston PG Kingston Flemings At No. 8 Overall

The Atlanta Hawks have made their selection at No. 8 overall and it's a player that many thought they would take. They've selected former Houston Cougars star point guard Kingston Flemings.

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Atlanta Hawks News / Hoops Rumors / June 23

Hawks Select Kingston Flemings At No. 8

The Hawks have used the eighth overall pick in the 2026 draft to nab former Houston guard Kingston Flemings. Flemings wasn’t included in the first 60-player mock draft that ESPN published last June, but quickly rose up draft boards as he got off to a hot start to his college career with the Cougars.

NBA News / NBA Draft on SI / June 23

Kingston Flemings Selected with No. 8 Pick: Scouting Report, Fit and More

The 2026 NBA Draft has officially begun, with several of the league’s top prospects already having heard their name called. One of those is Houston guard Kingston Flemings, who was selected with the No.

NBA News / 5 GOATs / June 23

Kingston Flemings drafted by Atlanta Hawks: Analysis, contract details, more

After a strong freshman season at Houston, Kingston Flemings is off to the NBA. The Atlanta Hawks selected him with the No. 8 overall pick in the 2026 NBA draft.

Atlanta Hawks News / Larry Brown Sports / June 23

ESPN insider in 'advanced talks' to take front-office job with Hawks

Tim Bontemps has been one of ESPN’s top NBA insiders since he joined the company in 2018. However, Bontemps could be leaving the company for a job with the Atlanta Hawks, according to Ryan Glasspiegel and Alex Schiffer of Front Office Sports.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 23

Hawks continue to shore up roster with shrewd Aaron Wiggins trade

It's another small but shrewd move for the improving Hawks.

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Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / June 22

Where do the Hawks stand one day before the NBA Draft?

The Hawks made their first two significant moves of the offseason on Sunday, bringing back CJ McCollum on a one-year deal and trading for Aaron Wiggins.

Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / June 22

Hawks continue active offseason with two significant moves

It was never a secret that the Atlanta Hawks would be among the most active teams this offseason. The work began in the front office, with the team extending general manager Onsi Saleh, who was already drawing interest from other franchises after just one year as Atlanta’s lead decision-maker.