The Atlanta Hawks signed guards Lamont Butler, Deivon Smith and M.J. Walker. Butler started all 27 games for Kentucky last season, posting career highs of 11.4 points, 4.3 assists and 2.9 rebounds in 26.0 minutes. The Moreno Valley, California native was a member of Atlanta's NBA Summer League team. Butler spent his first four collegiate seasons at San Diego State from 2020 to … [Read more...] about Hawks Sign Lamont Butler, Deivon Smith, M.J. Walker
Hawks, Dyson Daniels Have ‘Distance’ In Extension Negotiations
There is "some distance" in the early stages of extension discussions between Dyson Daniels and the Atlanta Hawks, according to Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. The deadline for rookie scale extensions is on October 20. Daniels could command an offer sheet of around $30 million per season should teams have cap space next summer. Daniels, voted as Most Improved Player last … [Read more...] about Hawks, Dyson Daniels Have ‘Distance’ In Extension Negotiations
Hawks Sign Malik Williams, Lamont Butler To Exhibit 10 Deals
The Atlanta Hawks signed Malik Williams and Lamont Butler to Exhibit 10 contracts, the team announced on Wednesday. The 27-year-old Williams averaged 16.1 points and 10.4 rebounds with the Sioux Falls Skyforce last year. Butler, who played for the Hawks during Summer League, averaged 11.4 points for Kentucky last season. Should either player get waived, they would appear for … [Read more...] about Hawks Sign Malik Williams, Lamont Butler To Exhibit 10 Deals
Trae Young Defends Himself Over Leadership, Playoff Success
Trae Young responded to Patrick Beverley's podcast criticism Thursday, defending his leadership while questioning Beverley's own playoff achievements despite playing alongside elite teammates throughout his career. The exchange began when Beverley criticized Young's playoff resume and leadership qualities during a Wednesday podcast appearance. Beverley stated Young "had not won … [Read more...] about Trae Young Defends Himself Over Leadership, Playoff Success
Hawks Trade Kobe Bufkin To Nets
The Atlanta Hawks have agreed to trade Kobe Bufkin to the Brooklyn Nets for cash considerations. Bufkin was the 15th overall pick in the 2023 NBA draft out of Michigan. Bufkin played in just 10 games last season with the Hawks, averaging 5.3 points, 2.1 rebounds and 1.7 assists in 12.4 minutes. During Bufkin's rookie season, he averaged 23.6 points, 5.4 rebounds and 5.9 assists … [Read more...] about Hawks Trade Kobe Bufkin To Nets