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What Might Go Right and Wrong for the Hawks With Their Bench Rotation This Season

One of the goals for the Atlanta Hawks this offseason was getting deeper and having a more reliable bench. The Hawks' starting five was one of the NBA's best over the course of the last 26 games of the season, but aside from Jonathan Kuminga and Jock Landale, the bench was a mess, and that was magnified when Landale went down with an injury.

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Celtics add former lottery pick Devin Carter on Exhibit 10 deal

A few days after the Celtics emerged as a possible landing spot for Devin Carter, they got their man. Or at least they got him a training-camp jersey. Carter has agreed to join Boston and will compete for a standard roster spot or two-way contract, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reported.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 14

The Matchup Problem the Atlanta Hawks Still Hasn't Solved (And How to Do It)

The Atlanta Hawks entered the offseason with clear holes on their roster, but they have done a solid job of addressing all of them. Atlanta needed better depth and to have a potential solution at point guard and center and they drafted two players with big upside.

Devin Carter News / Hoops Rumors / September 14

Devin Carter To Sign With Celtics

Devin Carter has reached an agreement with the Celtics and will compete for a roster spot or a two-way opening in training camp, league sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).

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Spurs watch a familiar face return to NBA without coming back home

He was a prominent figure in San Antonio as the right-hand man to Gregg Popovich from 2014 to 2019.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 13

One Bold Atlanta Hawks Prediction For The 2026-27 Season That Could Look Genius In April

The Atlanta Hawks aren't projected to be a huge factor in the Eastern Conference this season. They don't have the star power that others in their conference possess.

Ettore Messina News / Hoops Wire / September 13

Hawks reportedly adding European coaching legend Ettore Messina as consultant

The Hawks are reportedly adding one of international basketball’s most accomplished coaches to their organization. Specifically, Ettore Messina will join Atlanta as a consultant, according to Aris Barkas of Eurohoops, who cited a report from Walter Fuochi of La Repubblica.

Gabe Vincent News / Fadeaway World / September 13

Gabe Vincent Makes Shocking Admission About NBA Players: 'Most of Them Hate It'

Gabe Vincent has made a very surprising confession about life in the NBA, claiming that most professional basketball players actually grow to hate the game despite reaching its highest level.

Ettore Messina News / Hoops Rumors / September 13

Ettore Messina Reportedly Joining Hawks As Consultant

Legendary European coach Ettore Messina will return to the NBA as a consultant with the Hawks, according to Aris Barkas of Eurohoops.net, relaying a report from Walter Fuochi of La Republicca.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 13

Ranking Every Player Under 25 In The Atlanta Hawks Organization

The Atlanta Hawks have one of the most talented and most underrated rosters in the NBA, and a lot of that is because of the young players on their roster.

Devin Carter News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 12

Updated Depth Chart + Projected Rotation For The Hawks After Waiving Devin carter

The Atlanta Hawks are one step away from having the right number of players on their roster for the upcoming season. Atlanta has been rostering 17 players for the past couple of months, and they were going to have to cut that number down to at least 15 before the regular season began.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Devin Carter News / Hoops Wire / September 12

Hawks waive Devin Carter, but roster crunch isn’t over

The Hawks made one cut. They still need another. Atlanta waived former lottery pick Devin Carter on Friday, reducing its roster to 16 players, one above the regular-season limit.

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Devin Carter News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 11

Atlanta Hawks Waive Devin Carter: Why It Matters and What Comes Next

The Hawks have been in a roster crunch ever since trading for Luguentz Dort and Ryan Nembhard two months ago, but they have begun to solve that roster crunch today.

Devin Carter News / Larry Brown Sports / September 11

Hawks release former NBA lottery pick

The Atlanta Hawks are giving up on a former NBA lottery pick with the season right around the corner. The Hawks on Friday waived guard Devin Carter, a 2024 lottery pick.

Atlanta Hawks News / Hoops Rumors / September 11

Hawks To Waive Devin Carter

The Hawks intend to waive guard Devin Carter, league sources tell NBA insider Jake Fischer (Twitter link). Michael Scotto of HoopsHype confirms the news (via Twitter).

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 11

Complete Atlanta Hawks Home Schedule Guide: Best Games and Dates to Target

The quiet period for the NBA is going to come to a close soon as training camps begin in just a couple of weeks and then preseason action will commence.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 11

What the Atlanta Hawks Offseason Might Look Like Next Summer

Only a few weeks remain until training camp gets underway for the Atlanta Hawks in Nashville and it will be the start of a season the Hawks are hoping ends in another playoff berth.

Lamont Butler News / Hoops Rumors / September 10

Hawks Sign Lamont Butler, Waive Keyshawn Bryant

The Hawks have waived forward Keyshawn Bryant in order to sign guard Lamont Butler, per a team press release. While the terms of Butler’s agreement were not disclosed, he almost certainly signed an Exhibit 10 contract in order to earn a bonus worth up to $91K for playing for Atlanta’s G League affiliate, the College Park Skyhawks.

NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 10

Crafting A Three-Team Blockbuster Idea That Lands Fred VanVleet in Atlanta

Sometimes when you think the NBA offseason is dead, you can get a big surprise. Just two years ago, the Knicks and the Timberwolves made what would be one of the most consequential trades of the decade when Karl-Anthony Towns was sent to New York for Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo, and a 1st round pick.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 10

The One Bet The Atlanta Hawks Are Making on Player Development

The Atlanta Hawks take a lot of pride in their player development, and it guided their offseason decision-making this summer. After the Hawks' embarrassing

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 9

Ranking the Atlanta Hawks Three Biggest Strengths Heading Into Next Season

While they are not seen as one of the true contenders in the Eastern Conference, the Atlanta Hawks are being looked at as a safe bet to be in the mix for a playoff spot once again.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 9

Three Hawks Who Could Use Bounce Back Seasons in 2026-2027

The Atlanta Hawks are bringing the core pieces of last season's roster, and that is exciting for them because the roster they are returning is young and finished the season 20-6 after the All-Star Break last season.

Gabe Vincent News / Fadeaway World / September 9

3 NBA Teams That Could Sign Gabe Vincent Before The NBA Season Starts

Gabe Vincent is not a star player, but his impact comes beyond what is on the box score. The veteran guard has already shown that he can handle meaningful minutes in big games, making him an intriguing option for teams looking to fill out their backcourt before the 2026-27 season.

Jonathan Kuminga News / Yardbarker / August 26

Jonathan Kuminga made bold gamble that could haunt his career

After months of speculation, Jonathan Kuminga and his camp finally settled on a landing spot. As reported, the athletic forward has signed a two-year deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves, spurning a larger and longer offer from the Los Angeles Lakers.

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