Atlanta Hawks Headlines: Prospect chatter and GM news
The latest installment of Atlanta Hawks Headlines brings more talk about the NBA Draft, reports on Atlanta’s GM search, and more.
Welcome back to the cozy cocoon that is Atlanta Hawks Headlines. Hawks Headlines is the best place on the internet to find a roundup of the latest Hawks news, analysis, and opinion.
As we’ve stated several times over the last few weeks, Hawks news is rather slow at the moment. The NBA Playoffs appear to be headed towards Warriors-Cavaliers round three, so most of the focus from casual NBA fans is on that inevitable showdown.
From a Hawks standpoint, the focus remains on Atlanta’s GM search and the upcoming NBA Draft. Some interesting news has come out in regards to the GM search and today’s batch of articles features profiles on prospects the Hawks will consider taking in the draft.
Let’s get to today’s links.
From Soaring Down South 5/20/2017 and 5/21/2017
Luke Kennard would bring elite shooting to the Atlanta Hawks
It’s no secret that the Atlanta Hawks were one of the worst three-point shooting teams in the NBA last season. Drafting Luke Kennard with the 19th overall pick would help fix some of their outside shooting issues. Of course, it’s entirely possible that Kennard will be selected before the Hawks pick.
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Atlanta Hawks 2017 NBA Draft Profile: PJ Dozier
PJ Dozier is another interesting prospect the Hawks could draft. Dozier is a relentless defender and a solid scorer. Nile Goodwyn’s profile of Dozier compares him to Shaun Livingston, DeMar DeRozan, and Dante Exum.
Atlanta Hawks: Could Justin Jackson Fill Tim Hardaway Jr.’s Wing Scoring Role?
Tim Hardaway Jr. will be a restricted free agent this summer. It’s unclear whether the Hawks plan to match any offer sheet he signs. Could North Carolina’s Justin Jackson be a good Hardaway replacement? Jackson proved to be an elite scorer and shooter during UNC’s championship season. His improved three-point stroke has him as a clear first round pick. Will the Hawks be the team that takes him?
From Around The Web 5/20/2017 and 5/21/2017
Locked on Hawks podcast: Dwight Howard, GM rumblings and more
On Locked on Hawks, Brad Rowland discusses the latest reports on Atlanta’s GM search. Apparently, the Hawks requested to interview Portland’s Neil Olshey. They were rejected. Rowland also discusses the players Atlanta interviewed at the combine, Dwight Howard‘s season, and much more.
NBA Free Agency 2017: The Paul Millsap Market
At Peachtree Hoops, Glen Willis assesses Paul Millsap‘s market in free agency. Millsap is sure to be coveted, but will teams be willing to give him a max contract? Willis lists the Houston Rockets, Boston Celtics, and Utah Jazz as immediate fits. Millsap could help make each of those teams contenders to reach the conference finals.
Hawks to interview Chauncey Billups for vacant GM position
ESPN’s Chris Haynes reports that the Hawks will interview Chauncey Billups for their GM opening. Atlanta’s initial interest in Billups was reported last week. Billups spent 17 years in the NBA as a player and has no prior experience as an executive.
Hawks interview Tommy Sheppard, Travis Schlenk for front office
Marc Stein of ESPN reports that the Hawks have interviewed Tommy Sheppard and Travis Schlenk for their open front office position. Sheppard is currently employed by the Washington Wizards, while Schlenk works for the Golden State Warriors.
That’s all for today. We’ll see you next time.