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Hawks Mock Draft: Atlanta Secures Their SF Of The Future By Trading Down For Versatile Texas Wing

The long-term state of the SF position for the Atlanta Hawks is a huge question mark. There are several candidates who could theoretically fill the role.

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Analyzing the Assets that Atlanta Could Offer In A Jaylen Brown Trade

The NBA offseason is going to go to another gear over the next few weeks with the conclusion of the NBA Finals and the NBA Draft quickly approaching. Aside from Giannis Antetokounmpo, Celtics star Jaylen Brown has been the highest-profile name mentioned in hypothetical trades.

Quin Snyder News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / June 9

How The Quin Snyder and Onsi Saleh Extensions Impact The Atlanta Hawks' Summer Moves

The Hawks promoting and extending Onsi Saleh seemed like a foregone conclusion after the excellent work he did last summer. Saleh made one of the best moves of free agency when he added Nickeil Alexander-Walker on a sign-and-trade.

Jalen Johnson News / Hoops Wire / June 9

Jalen Johnson’s rise changes outlook for Hawks

The Hawks may have entered the season with questions about their long-term direction. They finished it with a new franchise centerpiece. Looking back at his preseason predictions, ESPN’s Zach Kram gave himself an A+ for forecasting that Jalen Johnson would earn All-NBA Third Team honors.

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The 'Youngest 30-point NBA Finals games' quiz

How many of the NBA players to score at least 30 points in a Finals game before their 25th birthday can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 8

Hawks to ‘make a run at’ Thunder free agent center, but there’s a catch

The Atlanta Hawks could have a busy offseason, and it starts with the draft. With the No. 8 and No. 23 picks, they can address some of the things they need to help improve their team, or they could use those picks in a trade to get a specific player they like.

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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 / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 8

Hawks rumors: 2 guards Atlanta ‘loves’ at No. 8, with 1 giant catch

The Atlanta Hawks have about two weeks left until the NBA Draft, and they’ll have the chance to select two players in the first round. With the No. 8 pick, there could be several options waiting for them at that spot, and in the latest ClutchPoints’ mock draft, Brett Siegel has them taking Keaton Wagler.

Quin Snyder News / Hoops Wire / June 8

Hawks sign coach Quin Snyder to multiyear extension

The Hawks are keeping Quin Snyder around for the long haul. Atlanta announced that Snyder has agreed to a multiyear contract extension, confirming earlier reports from ESPN’s Shams Charania.

Atlanta Hawks News / Field Level Media / June 8

Hawks coach Quin Snyder gets multi-year extension

The Atlanta Hawks and head coach Quin Snyder have agreed to a multi-year contract extension. The team announced the deal on Monday but did not release the contract terms.

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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.

Quin Snyder News / SportsTalkATL / June 8

Hawks agree to contract extension with Quin Snyder

According to Shams Charania, the Atlanta Hawks have inked a multi-year contract extension with head coach Quin Snyder. This extension has been rumored for months, but after the way the Hawks season ended with three straight embarrassing losses to the Knicks, not every fan in Atlanta was on board.

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Quin Snyder News / Hoops Rumors / June 8

Quin Snyder Receives Multiyear Extension With Hawks

Hawks head coach Quin Snyder has agreed to a multiyear contract extension, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). The team also recently extended Onsi Saleh while promoting him from general manager to president of basketball operations and is focused on “organizational continuity,” per Charania.

Atlanta Hawks News / Yardbarker / June 8

Hawks reward Snyder with contract extension after successful season

Hawks reward Quin Snyder with contract extension after successful season

Atlanta's desire to continue the status quo comes off the franchise's best season in a decade.

76ers name former All-Star their new general manager

Thunder GM Sam Presti addresses Chet Holmgren’s future

Details emerge on Trae Young’s expected new contract

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Report: One team is willing to trade for Giannis without assurances

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Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / June 8

Hawks Mock Draft: Atlanta Trades Down To Add Labaron Philon to Backcourt, Takes Shot On Elite Defensive Center

The Atlanta Hawks have two clear needs at guard and center - it would be surprising if their two first-round picks did not reflect that. Having both the 8th and 22nd pick in this upcoming draft is nothing short of a blessing.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / June 8

Atlanta Hawks 2026 NBA Draft Profile - Michigan Center Aday Mara

After the season that the Atlanta Hawks had, there is no question that they overachieved, as they went farther than most expected in the second half. Despite being a team that had high expectations to start the season, the Hawks would eventually dip and fall out of mind for most NBA fans and media.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / June 7

Atlanta Hawks 2026 NBA Draft Profile - Illinois Guard Keaton Wagler

This season, the Atlanta Hawks had one of the more back-and-forth starts until the second half, when they found themselves making a blockbuster trade and going on a run.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / June 6

NBA Insider Expects Hawks To Be Active in the Center Market This Offseason; Who Could Be The Target?

The NBA Finals are the center of attention in the NBA, but the offseason is rapidly approaching for every team. 28 teams have already gotten a head start on what they plan to do this summer, and the Atlanta Hawks are among those teams.

NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / June 6

What Does The Atlanta Hawks Being The Only Team (So Far) To Beat The New York Knicks Mean?

On paper, the Atlanta Hawks failing to make it out of the first round for the fifth consecutive season would be a dissapointment. They went into the season with projections as one of the East's best teams and finished slightly below expectations as a No.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / June 6

Atlanta Hawks 2026 NBA Draft Profile - Arkansas Guard Darius Acuff Jr

Throughout this season, the Atlanta Hawks were one of the more anticipated younger teams in the league after making a midseason shift into playoff contention.

Jalen Johnson News / The Lead / June 5

Atlanta Must Prioritize Its Future Around Rising Star Jalen Johnson

For years, the Atlanta Hawks have searched for a franchise cornerstone. The Dejounte Murray Era failed. For years, the team cycled through rosters built around Trae Young with little recent success.

Atlanta Hawks News / Hoops Wire / June 3

NBA Notes: Hawks, CJ McCollum, Blazers, Damian Lillard, Suns

The Hawks may be one of the NBA’s most interesting teams heading into the offseason. Atlanta won 46 games, reached the playoffs and appears committed to a young core featuring Jalen Johnson, Dyson Daniels and Onyeka Okongwu.

Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / June 2

5 Players The Hawks Could Target With Pick No. 23

Much of the conversation as the NBA Draft approaches surrounds who the Hawks will take with the 8th overall pick — as it should. Atlanta has a real chance of adding a franchise-altering piece to their already impressive young core, but they also own the 23rd pick, and in a draft class this loaded, that selection shouldn’t be overlooked.