Dorian Finney-Smith: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Atlanta Hawks News / The Lead / September 24

The Atlanta Hawks Are Banking on Dorian Finney-Smith to Bounce Back

As the Atlanta Hawks navigate a roster crunch, they made a trade with the Charlotte Hornets to acquire Dorian Finney-Smith. In return, Atlanta gave up Buddy Hield, Ryan Nembhard and cash considerations.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 23

Three Biggest Takeaways From Atlanta's trade to acquire Dorian Finney-Smith

In what is likely to be the final move for the Atlanta Hawks before the regular season begins, Atlanta sent Buddy Hield and Ryan Nembhard to Charlotte in exchange for Dorian Finney-Smith, who the Hornets acquired earlier in the offseason from the Houston Rockets.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 23

Updated Salary Cap/Roster Outlook For The Atlanta Hawks After Dorian Finney-Smith Trade

In what should be the final piece of business for the Atlanta Hawks before the season officially begins, Atlanta traded Ryan Nembhard and Buddy Hield to the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday and got back veteran forward Dorian Finney-Smith.

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Dorian Finney-Smith News / Yardbarker / September 22

Dorian Finney-Smith left in limbo after second trade of summer

Last summer, Finney-Smith signed with the Houston Rockets, in part because he wanted to return to Texas. Now he's buried on the Atlanta Hawks depth chart after being traded for the second time this summer.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / September 22

Hawks, Hornets swap veterans in three-player trade

With the two veterans in Hield and Finney-Smith swapping teams, it'll be intriguing to see which of the two makes a bigger impact for their new team.

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 22

Hawks trading Buddy Hield, Ryan Nembhard to Hornets for Dorian Finney-Smith

The Hawks are trading Buddy Hield and Ryan Nembhard to the Hornets for veteran forward Dorian Finney-Smith, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. The deal comes one day after NBA insider Jake Fischer reported that Atlanta and Charlotte had engaged in on-and-off discussions involving Hield and Finney-Smith.

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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / September 22

Hawks Trading Hield, Nembhard To Hornets For Finney-Smith

The Hawks and Hornets have agreed to a trade, according to Shams Charania of ESPN, who reports (via Twitter) that veteran forward Dorian Finney-Smith is headed to Atlanta in exchange for sharpshooter Buddy Hield, guard Ryan Nembhard, and cash.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / September 21

Ex-Lakers Star Could Join 6th Team in 3 Years After Being Linked to Buddy Hield Trade

Dorian Finney-Smith’s NBA journey could take another turn before the 2026-27 season even begins. The veteran forward has already gone from Dallas to Brooklyn, Los Angeles, Houston and Charlotte since February 2023, and another move could now be on the table.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 21

Hawks, Hornets holding ‘on-and-off’ trade discussions as training camp nears

With NBA Media Day right around the corner, teams are still trying to round out their roster for training camp. There are some moves being made here and there, but there’s a chance that a trade could come to fruition in the coming days that involves the Atlanta Hawks and Charlotte Hornets, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer.

NBA News / Peachtree Hoops / September 21

Rumor Roundup: Hawks talking trade for Finney-Smith?

The preseason is approaching fast, but it sounds like the roster for the upcoming season is still fluid. Atlanta has signed and waived four names (Devon Higgs, Keyshawn Bryant, Lamont Butler, and Will Baker) in recent days — names that will likely end up on the roster of the College Park Skyhawks.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 21

Hawks, Hornets have discussed Buddy Hield-Dorian Finney-Smith trade

The Hawks and Hornets have discussed a potential trade built around Buddy Hield and Dorian Finney-Smith, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer. Fischer reported that the teams have held on-and-off talks at various points this month, though there is no indication that an agreement is imminent, as relayed by NBA On SI⁠.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / September 22

Hawks, Hornets discussing trade involving Hield, Finney-Smith

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Charlotte Hornets News / Fadeaway World / August 15

Dorian Finney-Smith Could Be On The Trade Block As Hornets Look To Fix Logjam

Following the LaMelo Ball trade, the Charlotte Hornets have entered a period of uncertainty. Without a star or any clear direction for the future, nobody knows what to expect from this Hornets team or what moves they might make to elevate their position in the Eastern Conference.

NBA News / New York Knicks on SI / July 7

Dorian Finney-Smith Gamble Is Worth It for Knicks If He's Bought Out

The New York Knicks are a bit of a mystery as free agency heads into its second week. The Knicks have the financial wiggle room to add two more veteran minimum contracts, and there's several options between the in-house Jordan Clarkson or chasing a bigger fish like LeBron James or DeMar DeRozan.

NBA News / Field Level Media / July 3

Report: Hornets acquire Dorian Finney-Smith, 3 picks from Rockets

The Charlotte Hornets are acquiring forward Dorian Finney-Smith and three second-round picks from the Houston Rockets, ESPN reported on Friday. The Hornets are receiving the Memphis Grizzlies' 2027 second-rounder as well as the Rockets' 2028 and 2033 second-round selections.

Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / July 3

Rockets To Trade Finney-Smith, Three Second-Round Picks To Hornets

The Rockets and Hornets have agreed to a trade that will send forward Dorian Finney-Smith and three future second-round picks to Charlotte, reports ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link).

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 19

Dorian Finney-Smith Logs an Unexplainable DNP in Rockets' Game 1 Loss to Lakers

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Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / January 22

Rockets Gauging Dorian Finney-Smith’s Trade Value?

Houston is exploring the trade market in search of a potential backcourt upgrade, according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, who hears from sources that the Rockets have looked into what sort of return they could get for forward Dorian Finney-Smith and second-round draft capital.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 30, 2025

Lakers GM may have kneecapped himself with free-agency gambit

Dorian Finney-Smith left the Los Angeles Lakers for a lucrative deal with the Houston Rockets. According to a Lakers insider, GM Rob Pelinka's attempt to keep his player's price tag down blew up in his face.

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