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Four Players the Atlanta Hawks Could Target With Their Mid-Level Exception

Thanks to the moves that general manager Onsi Saleh and the rest of the Atlanta Hawks front office have been making since last summer, Atlanta is going to have a lot of optionality this offseason.

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Hawks rumors: The lottery ‘lock’ gaining steam for Hawks with No. 8 pick

The Atlanta Hawks were in a rare position this season, as they had a chance to compete in the playoffs, while also having the ability to pick in the lottery.

NBA News / Peachtree Hoops / May 25

2026 NBA Draft scouting report: Jayden Quaintance

As the 2026 NBA Draft approaches and the Hawks look to inject athleticism, length and rim protection into a frontcourt still searching for its identity post-rebuild, Jayden Quaintance has climbed boards as one of the most intriguing defensive anchors available.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 25

NBA Rumors: Hawks, CJ McCollum, Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton, Timberwolves

The Hawks are expected to explore ways to keep CJ McCollum around beyond this season. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, Atlanta has interest in re-signing McCollum after acquiring the veteran guard from the Wizards in the blockbuster Trae Young trade.

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How many of the players to score 30 points the most time in one playoff run for each NBA team can you name in five minutes?

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Jalen Johnson News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / May 24

Jalen Johnson's Rise To Stardom Continues With First-Ever All-NBA Selection

Atlanta Hawks Forward Jalen Johnson has been on a steady path of progression in his NBA career, and it took a monster leap tonight. The NBA announced its All-NBA teams, and Johnson was named to the third team.

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The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / May 24

NBA Insider Names the Hawks as the Best Fit For Multiple Top Centers In Free Agency

The Atlanta Hawks have the ability to be one of the most interesting players in the upcoming NBA offseason. Sure, they could just use their draft picks

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / May 23

How the Proposed NBA Draft Lottery Rules Would Affect the Atlanta Hawks in 2027

The Atlanta Hawks have the No. 8 pick in the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft, and while the Hawks were hoping that the trade they made with the New Orleans Pelicans would net them the No.

Atlanta Hawks News / Hoops Wire / May 22

Hawks shut down Sixers’ request to interview Onsi Saleh

The Hawks aren’t letting 76ers get very far with Onsi Saleh. According to The Athletic’s Tony Jones, Atlanta denied Philadelphia permission to interview Saleh for its top basketball operations opening following the firing of Daryl Morey.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / May 22

Realistic and Unrealistic Center Trade Targets for the Atlanta Hawks

The Atlanta Hawks head into this offseason coming off a great end to the season, but some clear holes on their roster that they need to address. When the

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / May 22

The Atlanta Hawks' Offseason Plans Will Be Clear After Two Big Decisions

The Atlanta Hawks were one of the surprising stories in the second half of the NBA season, and they have an interesting offseason ahead with some big decisions to make.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / May 22

Free Agent Signings (or Trades) the Atlanta Hawks Can Make to Take the Next Step in 2026

It is going to be a big offseason for the Atlanta Hawks. Atlanta was one of the most interesting teams in the NBA this season. They began the year with huge expectations after a big offseason, but injuries derailed their start to the season.

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The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / May 21

3 Dream NBA Draft Scenarios for the Atlanta Hawks in the First Round

The 2026 NBA Draft is close to a month away, and the Atlanta Hawks are in a good position to come away with an impact player. Atlanta is one of two playoff teams with a lottery pick, and the Hawks are also armed with the No.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / May 21

Which Members of the Atlanta Hawks Are Most Likely To Return? Ranking them by Percentage Chance

The Atlanta Hawks had an overall successful season, despite having multiple different versions of the team. They started the year with high hopes after a productive offseason, but injuries to Kristaps Porzingis and Trae Young stunted that progress from the moment the season began.

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NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / May 21

Report: Atlanta Hawks deny Philadelphia 76ers Permission to Interview GM Onsi Saleh

Since moving on from former executive Daryl Morey, there had been a lot of speculation about the Philadelphia 76ers pursuing Atlanta Hawks general manager Onsi Saleh.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 22

Jaylen Brown is being linked to two teams in trade rumors

Jaylen Brown’s trade market appears to be heating up.

The 'Active NBA 40-point game leaders' quiz

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / May 20

Five Dream, Five Realistic Targets For The Hawks With the No. 23 Pick in the NBA Draft

The Atlanta Hawks are one of two teams with a lottery pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, but they also have multiple picks in the first round. Atlanta is going to be picking at No.

Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / May 20

Could the Hawks be interested in this trade with the Thunder?

The Atlanta Hawks should absolutely be exploring every option to move up from pick 8 in this year’s draft if they believe a franchise-altering talent is within reach.

Jerry Stackhouse News / Hoops Rumors / May 20

Jerry Stackhouse Among Bulls’ Head Coaching Candidates

Veteran NBA assistant Jerry Stackhouse has emerged as one of the candidates receiving consideration from the Bulls for their head coaching vacancy, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Twitter link).

Rudy Gobert News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / May 20

If Minnesota Makes Rudy Gobert Available, The Hawks Become A Logical Landing Spot

The Atlanta Hawks are entering the 2026 offseason with some obvious holes on their roster, despite the good end to the season that they had after the All-Star Break (20-6 finish, lost in six games to the Knicks) and one of those holes is with their size at center and their interior defense.

Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / May 19

Hawks take 7-foot-3 center in latest ESPN mock draft

In Jeremy Woo of ESPN’s updated NBA mock draft following the NBA Combine, he has the Hawks pivoting from the guard root and going with 7-foot-3 center Aday Mara with the 8th overall pick.

Quin Snyder News / SportsTalkATL / May 19

Report: Hawks extension with Quin Snyder 'looming'

There was some frustration from the Atlanta Hawks fan base with the team’s performance over the final three games of its first-round series against the New York Knicks, causing a portion to point the finger at head coach Quin Snyder for his inability to adjust.

Chandler Parsons News / Athlon Sports / May 16

Chandler Parsons Details How a Drunk Driver's Third DUI Robbed Him of His NBA Career

Chandler Parsons was building toward something in Atlanta. After a run through the league that included big contracts, knee injuries, and plenty of criticism, the veteran forward had landed with the Atlanta Hawks in the 2019-20 season, looking to prove he still belonged.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 15

Even Barack Obama wondered about the Warriors' trades last season

Barack Obama was a two-term President of the United States with a wide range of interests and responsibilities. Yet when he saw Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr last summer, he wanted to ask about the team's roster moves.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / May 12