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NBA Offseason Grades: Hawks One of Only Teams In NBA That Earns An 'A' For Their Summer

The Atlanta Hawks are not usually the team that gets praise for their offseason prowess and decision making, but you would be hard-pressed to find someone who follows the NBA who does not like what the Hawks have done this offseason.

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Analyst Gives Bold Prediction For Asa Newell's Role In His Rookie Season With The Hawks

The Hawks had an exciting draft night this year. They began draft week with two first round picks, but moved one of them in the blockbuster Kristaps Porzingis trade with Boston and Brooklyn.

Atlanta Hawks News / Peachtree Hoops / July 27

Are the Hawks finally East contenders?

Some in the media seem to think so. Despite being eliminated in the Play-In Tournament for the second year in a row, things are looking up for this franchise.

NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / July 25

Report: Atlanta Hawks Had Trade Discussions for Marcus Smart Before He Signed With Lakers

While the NBA offseason has slowed down considerably, one notable move recently was the Washington Wizards buying out Marcus Smart's contract and him signing with the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Atlanta Hawks News / Last Word On Sports / July 25

Breaking Down The Hawks’ Starting Center Debate

Before the Atlanta Hawks traded for Kristaps Porziņģis, Onyeka Okongwu was locked in as the starting center next season. This is no longer the case. Head coach Quin Snyder will weigh many variables this summer before determining who takes the starting job.

Trae Young News / NBA Analysis Network / July 25

‘Can you make sacrifices?’ Vincent Goodwill reveals what Trae Young needs to do for Hawks success next season

Trae Young is going to enter a crucial year of his NBA career next season. Since being drafted in 2018, Trae Young has achieved a lot of individual success and even helped the Atlanta Hawks to the Conference Finals.

Kristaps Porzingis News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 25

Hawks’ Kristaps Porzingis confidently reveals favorite rapper

New city, new beginnings, and a new favorite playlist. Kristaps Porzingis may still be settling into Atlanta after a headline-making trade this offseason, but he’s already making it clear who runs the soundtrack to his life in the city.

Atlanta Hawks News / Last Word On Sports / July 24

2 Veteran Candidates For The Hawks’ Final Roster Spot

Atlanta Hawks general manager Onsi Saleh frequently used the word “optionality” this summer in his first press conference. The new front office embodied the Hawks’ flexibility when they acquired Nickeil Alexander-Walker via sign-and-trade with a $25.2 million trade exception.

Atlanta Hawks News / NBA Analysis Network / July 24

‘He’s awesome…’ Atlanta Hawks executive says recent signings and trades were inspired by one player

The Atlanta Hawks are going all-in next season, and it’s because of one player stepping up, and it isn’t Trae Young. The Atlanta Hawks have been one of the most active teams this offseason.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / July 24

Giving Kitchen Partners with Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena to Launch “Forkside Seats”

Giving Kitchen (GK), the James Beard award-winning nonprofit providing emergency assistance to food service workers, is proud to announce an all-new, one-night-only dining experience: Atlanta Hawks Forkside Seats fueled by Georgia Natural Gas, happening on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at State Farm Arena.

Cam Reddish News / Fastbreak on SI / July 24

Atlanta Hawks Urged To Bring Back Former NBA 1st-Round Pick

Cam Reddish spent part of the 2024-25 season playing for the Los Angeles Lakers. He had averages of 3.2 points, 2.0 rebounds and 1.0 steals per contest while shooting 40.4% from the field and 27.7% from the three-point range in 33 games.

Atlanta Hawks News / Yardbarker / July 24

Hawks could be a sleeper team in the East

The Atlanta Hawks have slowly been rebuilding their roster in recent years. Will this be the season they make a jump?

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Atlanta Hawks News / Peachtree Hoops / July 24

Whose stock is up and whose is down after Summer League?

What did the young Hawks show us? 2025 Las Vegas Summer League has concluded, and the Atlanta Hawks were able to show off their young talent en route to a 4-1 showing in the format.

Trae Young News / SportsTalkATL / July 23

Trae Young is held to a different standard than the rest of the NBA

For whatever reason, Trae Young is held to a different standard than the rest of the league. Fans and members of the media regularly disrespect the Hawks’ point guard, and the latest example comes from Iman Shumpert, who criticized Young’s style of play.

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Dejounte Murray News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / July 22

ESPN: Hawks Trade For Dejounte Murray Is One Of The Worst NBA Mistakes Of This Decade

What a difference a year makes. At this time last offseason, there was not much optimism surrounding the Atlanta Hawks. They failed to make the playoffs, got the No.

Atlanta Hawks News / The Lead / July 22

Atlanta Hawks Reshape Roster to Chase Contention

The Atlanta Hawks made a clear statement this offseason: they intend to be taken seriously as contenders. Following a disastrous trade for Dejounte Murray

Atlanta Hawks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 22

Hawks’ exec makes ‘best offseason’ declaration after blockbuster moves

The Atlanta Hawks came into the offseason with a goal in mind, and it was to be better than they were last season. After falling short of the playoffs, the Hawks knew it was time to take the next step, and that’s what they did with the flurry of moves of made.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / July 22

Atlanta Hawks Summer League Takeaways: Things We Learned from the Young Core

Now that the NBA Summer League has concluded, it's time to start looking forward to training camp and what the teams' final rosters will look like. It's also a good time to look back and reflect on the Summer League.

NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / July 21

ESPN Regrades Blockbuster Trade That Sent Dejounte Murray to New Orleans, Dyson Daniels to Atlanta

What a difference a year makes. At this time last offseason, there was not much optimism surrounding the Atlanta Hawks. They failed to make the playoffs, got the No.

Trae Young News / Yardbarker / July 21

Hawks in a tricky spot with Trae Young

Trae Young is fresh off leading the NBA in assists, in a career that has seen him average 25.3 points and 9.8 assists over seven seasons. On paper, Young has more than earned another lucrative payday from the Hawks, but the franchise has every reason to reconsider its options.

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