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Hawks promote Onsi Saleh to president of basketball ops

Following their first playoff appearance since 2023, the Atlanta Hawks promoted general manager Onsi Saleh to president of basketball operations on Wednesday.

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Hawks hand Onsi Saleh a promotion and long-term contract extension

There were murmurs out of Philadelphia that Bob Myers might be targeting Hawks general manager Onsi Saleh to replace Daryl Morey — an understandable connection, given the two worked together back in Golden State.

Atlanta Hawks News / Peachtree Hoops / May 27

Onsi Saleh receives new front office title

Atlanta’s front office of late has brought a level of present success and future potential the fans haven’t seen since the end of the 2020-21 season. The Hawks finished the season 46-36, gave the Knicks their toughest test of the Eastern Conference playoffs, and own the eighth, 23rd, 57th overall picks in the upcoming draft.

Atlanta Hawks News / Hoops Rumors / May 27

Hawks Promote, Extend Onsi Saleh

1:19 pm: The Hawks have officially confirmed in a press release that Saleh is now the team’s president of basketball operations and has signed a “long-term” contract extension.

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Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / May 27

If Hawks want the point guard of their choice, a trade up option exists

The Hawks find themselves in a bit of an awkward spot after landing the eighth overall pick. Almost everyone has the consensus top four as follows — AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer, and Caleb Wilson in some order.

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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 26

Three Big Names Atlanta Could Pursue This Summer If They Decide Not to Bring Back CJ McCollum and Jonathan Kuminga

The keyword for the Atlanta Hawks this summer is optionality. It is a favorite word of general manager Onsi Saleh and he has worked to improve this roster while keeping the options open for how the team can continue to add to it.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / May 26

Three Trade Packages The Hawks Could Put Together For Jaylen Brown

The Atlanta Hawks are going to have options to go in a number of different directions this offseason. Atlanta has the flexibility to possibly go out and add free agents to their team, along with two first-round picks, while bringing back CJ McCollum and Jonathan Kuminga.

Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / May 26

What’s an ideal offseason look like for the Atlanta Hawks?

The Hawks have to feel a little better about themselves after getting bounced by the Knicks in six games in the first round, considering New York hasn’t lost a single game since and just clinched their first trip to the NBA Finals since 1999.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / May 26

Two Ways The Atlanta Hawks Can Benefit From The Cavaliers Being Swept By New York

The Atlanta Hawks and the Cleveland Cavaliers met the same fate in the postseason, but in different rounds. Atlanta was the first team to run into the buzzsaw that is the New York Knicks, and the Hawks can say that they were the only team in the Eastern Conference to beat the Knicks.

Jaylen Brown News / SportsTalkATL / May 26

Hawks and Jaylen Brown rumors heat up as offseason approaches

The NBA offseason is around the corner, and the saga that will consume the league once the Finals conclude surrounds Giannis Antetokounmpo. For years,

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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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.

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.

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

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Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / May 24

The Perfect Offseason Blueprint for the Hawks Roster: Predicting Every Major Decision

The Atlanta Hawks are going to have some interesting decisions to make this summer as they try to maintain their status as a contender in the Eastern Conference.

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.

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.

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.

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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).

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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