Pelle Larsson has thrived in a starting role for the Heat this season, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald notes. The second-year player has made 26 starts this season and the Heat are 16-10 in those contests. “We trust Pelle,” Heat center Bam Adebayo said. “Pelle is the guy that we can incorporate him in our starting lineup, and you instantly see the difference. For … [Read more...] about Southeast Notes: Larsson, Young, Bane, Johnson
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Trae Young, Hawks Collaborating On Trade Resolution
Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks have begun working together on a trade, according to Shams Charania. Young is represented by Aaron Mintz, Austin Brown, and Drew Morrison of CAA, who are amicably working with Hawks general manager Onsi Saleh on a resolution. The two sides have had positive talks dating back to when the Hawks decided not to offer Young a contract extension in … [Read more...] about Trae Young, Hawks Collaborating On Trade Resolution
Hawks prove fit conquers talent as CJ McCollum unlocks Atlanta’s potential
Sometimes, the most important quality a team can prioritize is how a player fits within their general structure. Even if it means taking a "lesser" talent. … [Read more...] about Hawks prove fit conquers talent as CJ McCollum unlocks Atlanta’s potential
Simons Trade Target: Why Anfernee Simons Fits the Atlanta Hawks
As the Atlanta Hawks sort out their direction, one name that keeps making quiet sense as a trade target is Celtics guard Anfernee Simons. He is not the headliner who dominates every rumor cycle. Sometimes the best moves are the ones that balance talent, age, and contract without blowing up the asset drawer. When you line up those factors, Simons fits a lot of what the Atlanta … [Read more...] about Simons Trade Target: Why Anfernee Simons Fits the Atlanta Hawks
Risacher To Practice With College Park Sunday
Hawks forward Zaccharie Risacher has been assigned to the team’s G League affiliate, the College Park Skyhawks, for a Sunday practice, tweets Brad Rowland of Locked On Hawks. Risacher, the top pick in the 2024 draft, has missed eight straight games with a left knee bone contusion. The 20-year-old wing is expected to be reevaluated in the next day or two. … [Read more...] about Risacher To Practice With College Park Sunday