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Atlanta Hawks News / The Lead / June 24
The Hawks Sharpened Their Talons in the NBA Draft
The Atlanta Hawks were a team of mystery on the first night of the NBA draft, but clues were lying around. The Hawks’ needs entering the draft were noticeable.
Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / June 24
Four Players the Atlanta Hawks Should Target in the Second Round of the NBA Draft
The first round of the NBA Draft is in the books. The Atlanta Hawks came into the night with a pair of picks in the first round and they left with a pair of new players on their roster.
Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / June 24
Notes and Quotes: Onsi Saleh Speaks After Hawks Make Pair of Picks in First Round
The Atlanta Hawks officially have two new members on their roster. Atlanta stuck with both picks that they came into the night with, No. 8 and No. 23, and they came away with a pair of talented players that they hope will help their team, possibly as soon as next season, but mainly in the long-term vision that this front office has for this team.
The 'No.1 NBA Draft picks' quiz
The NBA implemented a lottery system beginning with the 1985 draft. Since then, 41 players have gone No. 1 overall. How many of the top overall picks from the NBA's lottery era can you name in five minutes?
Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / June 24
Hawks take Kingston Flemings with 8th overall pick
Despite a flurry of rumors leading up to the draft surrounding the Hawks, Atlanta stood pat and took Houston point guard Kingston Flemings with the 8th overall pick.
The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time
The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time
Atlanta Hawks News / Peachtree Hoops / June 23
Hawks draft Kingston Flemings at 8 
One and a half months after bowing out in the first round of the playoffs, the Hawks have now added a promising player to their core. Kingston Flemings is the pick at eighth overall, the explosive point guard out of Houston.
Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / June 23
Grading The Atlanta Hawks Selection' of Houston PG Kingston Flemings At No. 8 Overall
The Atlanta Hawks have made their selection at No. 8 overall and it's a player that many thought they would take. They've selected former Houston Cougars star point guard Kingston Flemings.
Atlanta Hawks News / Hoops Rumors / June 23
Hawks Select Kingston Flemings At No. 8
The Hawks have used the eighth overall pick in the 2026 draft to nab former Houston guard Kingston Flemings. Flemings wasn’t included in the first 60-player mock draft that ESPN published last June, but quickly rose up draft boards as he got off to a hot start to his college career with the Cougars.
NBA News / NBA Draft on SI / June 23
Kingston Flemings Selected with No. 8 Pick: Scouting Report, Fit and More
The 2026 NBA Draft has officially begun, with several of the league’s top prospects already having heard their name called. One of those is Houston guard Kingston Flemings, who was selected with the No.
Kingston Flemings drafted by Atlanta Hawks: Analysis, contract details, more
After a strong freshman season at Houston, Kingston Flemings is off to the NBA. The Atlanta Hawks selected him with the No. 8 overall pick in the 2026 NBA draft.
Atlanta Hawks News / Larry Brown Sports / June 23
ESPN insider in 'advanced talks' to take front-office job with Hawks
Tim Bontemps has been one of ESPN’s top NBA insiders since he joined the company in 2018. However, Bontemps could be leaving the company for a job with the Atlanta Hawks, according to Ryan Glasspiegel and Alex Schiffer of Front Office Sports.
Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick
In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 23
Hawks continue to shore up roster with shrewd Aaron Wiggins trade
It's another small but shrewd move for the improving Hawks.
Atlanta Hawks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23
Hawks in talks with ESPN reporter for front office role
The Atlanta Hawks have had a busy start to the 2026 offseason, recently extending the contract of CJ McCollum and trading for Oklahoma City Thunder wing Aaron Wiggins.
Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / June 23
Trading The Eighth Overall Pick For A Veteran Would Be A Mistake For The Atlanta Hawks
The NBA Draft is here and the Atlanta Hawks are right in the thick of the speculation surrounding it. Per recent reporting, there's a lot of speculation about the Hawks trading the eighth overall pick for an established star-level player.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23
Hawks trade buzz gets even louder right before draft, with Bucks twist
As the NBA Draft approaches, the Atlanta Hawks appear poised to move the No. 8 pick. Multiple reports have indicated that Atlanta is open to trading the selection, with Jonathan Wasserman reporting as much on X.
Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / June 23
Best-Case (and Worst-Case) NBA Draft Scenarios for the Atlanta Hawks
The 2026 NBA Draft is set to begin tonight. The top four of this draft seems to be set heading into the night, with AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer, and Caleb Wilson expected to be selected in the top four, in some order, and then the draft becomes open for a lot of possibilities once the Los Angeles Clippers are on the clock at No.
Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / June 23
Four Atlanta Hawks Who Could Be Traded During the NBA Draft
The 2026 NBA Draft is here. There has already been some activity around the league, with the Hawks being among the two biggest transactions. On Sunday, Atlanta re-signed CJ McCollum to a one-year $21 million deal and then traded a pair of second round picks to the Oklahoma City Thunder for Aaron Wiggins.
Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / June 23
Three Bold Predictions For The Atlanta Hawks Ahead Of The 2026 NBA Draft
The Atlanta Hawks may not have traded for Giannis Antetokounmpo, but they'll still be able to add some serious talent today through the NBA Draft. Armed with two first-round picks at No.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23
Hawks-Pelicans trade chatter still alive on draft day
The Atlanta Hawks are currently gearing up for the 2026 NBA Draft, which is slated to get underway on Tuesday evening. The Hawks have already had a busy week, extending the contract of CJ McCollum and trading for Oklahoma City wing Aaron Wiggins.
Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / June 22
Where do the Hawks stand one day before the NBA Draft?
The Hawks made their first two significant moves of the offseason on Sunday, bringing back CJ McCollum on a one-year deal and trading for Aaron Wiggins.
Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / June 22
Hawks continue active offseason with two significant moves
It was never a secret that the Atlanta Hawks would be among the most active teams this offseason. The work began in the front office, with the team extending general manager Onsi Saleh, who was already drawing interest from other franchises after just one year as Atlanta’s lead decision-maker.
Aaron Wiggins News / Larry Brown Sports / June 23
Hawks land Thunder champion in trade
The Atlanta Hawks have plucked away an experienced veteran from the Oklahoma City Thunder.
C.J. McCollum News / Larry Brown Sports / June 21
CJ McCollum makes decision about his NBA future
He averaged 18.7 points per game for Atlanta in 41 games last season, and the Hawks went 27-14 during the regular season when he played.
Jonathan Kuminga News / Hoops Wire / June 17
Hawks exploring Jonathan Kuminga trade options
The Hawks have at least looked into what Jonathan Kuminga might bring back on the trade market. That doesn’t necessarily mean they’re eager to move him.
Quin Snyder News / Yardbarker / June 8
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.
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