Dorian Finney-Smith talks Hawks, flipping real estate

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Dorian Finney-Smith talks Hawks, flipping real estate

Originally posted on Lindy's Sports | By Landon Buford | Last updated Oct 18, 2026 11:08 AM ET

On July 6, 2026, 11-year veteran Dorian Finney-Smith was traded by the Houston Rockets along with three second-round draft picks (Memphis’ in 2027; Houston’s in 2028 and 2033) to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for cash considerations (Salary flexibility and a $13 million trade exception), according to NBA.com.

He would not spend too much time in Charlotte before they elected to trade him again to the Atlanta Hawks on September 22, 2026, in exchange for Buddy Hield, Ryan Nembhard, and cash consideration.

Smith believes he brings an edge to the Hawks this season.

“My voice. I’m very talkative on the court. I know a lot of young guys kind of think it’s cliché, but the loudest team always wins,” said Finney-Smith.

“They’re usually the most connected team. When you have to problem-solve on the court without a coach, that’s what you need. You need your communication, and that’s what I bring. I probably talk too much on the court, but I’m a competitor.”

Finney-Smith has appeared in 628 games with 445 starts while averaging 8.0 points and 4.4 rebounds. During his time with the Rockets last season, he played in 37 games.

Atlanta Hawks forward Dorian Finney-Smith talks about his real estate portfolio Jonathan Bachman / Getty Images

Fix, Flip and Build: Finney-Smith’s Real Estate Game Beyond Basketball

On Friday, the Atlanta Hawks were in town to take on the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center for Dallas’ final preseason game before the 2026–27 season.

“I’ve got a couple of real estate things here and there. I’ve got some commercial property in Virginia,” Finney-Smith shared with me after morning shootaround.

“I’ve fixed and flipped a couple of homes in South Dallas, and now I’ve got some land in Denton. I’m doing all right, man — just trying to keep afloat.”

Finney-Smith’s investments in Dallas come as no surprise. He went undrafted in 2016 and began his NBA career with the Mavericks, spending nearly seven seasons in Dallas before being traded to Brooklyn in 2023.

While his playing career has taken him from Dallas to Brooklyn, Los Angeles, Houston, Charlotte and now Atlanta, his ties to North Texas remain strong. As he enters his 12th NBA season, Finney-Smith is steadily building a portfolio that will last well beyond his time on the court.

This article first appeared on Lindy's Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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