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ESPN Insider Warns Hawks Over Giving Trae Young $222 Million Contract Extension

The Atlanta Hawks have had a pretty serious offseason, with some acquisitions that may finally propel them out of the play-in. But none of those acquisitions mean a thing if they don’t manage to extend their franchise cornerstone Trae Young.

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Hawks Front Office Addressed 3 Key Issues From Last Season

The Atlanta Hawks are having one of their best offseasons in quite some time. Led by new general manager Onsi Saleh, the front office promptly addressed liabilities that the team experienced throughout the 2024-25 campaign.

Atlanta Hawks News / Last Word On Sports / July 18

Atlanta Hawks Key Youngsters Have Uneven Summer League, What Does It Mean Going Forward?

The Atlanta Hawks sent a lot of talent to Vegas this summer, including three recent draft picks. While each of the Hawks’ top picks was productive, the overall performance of the Hawks’ key youngsters was mixed.

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Atlanta Hawks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 18

Exclusive: Hawks’ Asa Newell discovers ‘rookie identity’ at NBA Summer League

LAS VEGAS — Entering the 2025 NBA Draft, Asa Newell was one of the most polarizing prospects. Between his length, quickness, and size, Newell was drawing interest from several organizations in the lottery and the middle of the first round.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / July 18

Asa Newell is Making His Case: A Rising Force in Hawks Summer League Play

In the 2025 NBA Draft, the Hawks made an impressive trade with the New Orleans Pelicans to move back 10 spots and acquire an unprotected 2026 1st round pick (most favorable of New Orleans or Milwaukee) and Georgia forward Asa Newell with the No.

Kristaps Porzingis News / Athlon Sports / July 18

Hawks Star's Honest Thoughts About the Kristaps Porzingis Trade

After the NBA Finals, the Atlanta Hawks didn't waste time and made a move to improve their roster. The Hawks had a three-team trade with the Brooklyn Nets that allowed them to acquire star center Kristaps Porzingis.

Trae Young News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 17

Hawks’ Trae Young shares honest thoughts on free agency recruitment

Trae Young knows it takes a lot to bring great talent to the Atlanta Hawks. This offseason saw him go through that in a big way. The Hawks got Kristaps Porzingis, Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Luke Kennard throughout the summer via signings and trades.

NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / July 17

Instant Takeaways: Hawks Push Past Grizzlies as Young Core Continues to Shine in Vegas

The Atlanta Hawks came into this game as undefeated favorites looking to improve to 4-0 and make it to the Summer League Playoffs. However, similar to

Atlanta Hawks News / Fastbreak on SI / July 17

Atlanta Hawks Star Trae Young Makes Feelings Clear About Kristaps Porzingis

Kristaps Porzingis had been with the Boston Celtics for two years before getting traded to the Atlanta Hawks over the summer. When healthy, Porzingis is among the most talented forwards in the NBA.

Atlanta Hawks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 17

Hawks poach free agent sharpshooter from divisional rival

The Atlanta Hawks have had one of the busiest offseasons in the NBA, trading for Kristaps Porzingis, drafting Asa Newell, and signing Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Luke Kennard in free agency.

Caleb Houstan News / Fastbreak on SI / July 17

Atlanta Hawks Reportedly Sign 3-Year NBA Player

Caleb Houstan is coming off a season where he appeared in 58 games for the Orlando Magic. The 22-year-old had averages of 4.1 points and 1.3 rebounds per contest while shooting 42.1% from the field.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / July 17

Updated Atlanta Hawks Starting Lineup and Depth Chart Projection Following Recent Signings

The Atlanta Hawks continue to add to their roster, and today, it was reported by Michael Scotto at Hoopshype that former Magic forward Caleb Houstan was signing a one-year deal with the Hawks.

Atlanta Hawks News / Last Word On Sports / July 17

Hawks Continue To Add 3-Pt Shooting With Thursday Signing

The Atlanta Hawks were a middling three-point shooting team in 2024-25. They finished the year 14th in threes made per game (13.4) and 19th in three-point percentage (35.7%).

Caleb Houstan News / SportsTalkATL / July 17

Atlanta Hawks add wing depth by signing Caleb Houstan

The Hawks filled one of their remaining needs this offseason by inking small forward Caleb Houstan to a one year-contract, per Michael Scotto. A five-star recruit out of Montverde Academy in Florida, Caleb Houstan played his college ball at Michigan before being selected with the 32nd overall pick by the Magic in the 2022 NBA Draft.

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Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / July 17

NBA Free Agency: Atlanta Hawks Reportedly Sign Elite Free Agent Three-Point Shooter

The Atlanta Hawks continue to add to their roster and today, it was reported by Michael Scotto at Hoopshype that former Magic forward Caleb Houstan was signing a one-year deal with the Hawks.

NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / July 17

Where to Watch: Atlanta Hawks vs Memphis Grizzlies in NBA Las Vegas Summer League

The Atlanta Hawks are aiming to get into the Summer League Semifinals this weekend and keep their perfect record alive. Atlanta had a tremendous come from behind win against the Houston Rockets and have been one of the most intriguing teams in Summer Leage.

Atlanta Hawks News / NBA Draft on SI / July 16

Atlanta Hawks: Could Asa Newell Contribute as a Rookie?

On draft night, the Atlanta Hawks held the 13th pick overall, one they were prepared to use on Asa Newell, a power forward out of Georgia. When New Orleans

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / July 16

Analyst Uses One Word To Describe the Atlanta Hawks Offseason

There has arguably not been a team that has improved more in this NBA offseason than the Atlanta Hawks. Things got started with the big three-team trade that landed the Hawks Kristaps Porzingis and they continued into the actual free agent period.

Atlanta Hawks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 16

Atlanta Hawks 2025 NBA free agency grades for every signing

The 2025 NBA offseason has been nothing short of transformative for the Atlanta Hawks. Few teams – if any – can claim to have improved as dramatically, both in the short-term and long-term, as the Hawks have.

NBA News / Peachtree Hoops / July 16

Six (more) players to keep an eye on for Atlanta’s final two roster spots

The Hawks could use some more depth in the front court and on the wing (you can find part one here). The Atlanta Hawks made the acquisitions of Kristaps

Atlanta Hawks News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Hawks Rumored to Reunite With Former All-Star Center: Insider

The Atlanta Hawks aren't done with their summer transactions. After acquiring All-Star big man Kristaps Porzingis from the Boston Celtics, the Hawks have been linked to pursue a veteran free agent center.

Al Horford News / Hoops Rumors / July 14

Two notable Eastern Conference teams interested in Al Horford

The Warriors are considered the heavy favorite to sign veteran big man Al Horford if he doesn’t retire. However, ESPN’s Marc J. Spears reports that a couple of Eastern Conference teams are interested in his services.

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