{"id":905965,"date":"2026-09-23T00:38:09","date_gmt":"2026-09-23T00:38:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/905965\/"},"modified":"2026-09-23T00:38:09","modified_gmt":"2026-09-23T00:38:09","slug":"hawks-pull-trigger-on-buddy-hield-trade-as-roster-overhaul-continues","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/905965\/","title":{"rendered":"Hawks pull trigger on Buddy Hield trade as roster overhaul continues"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Atlanta Hawks<\/a> are reshaping their roster again, reportedly acquiring veteran forward Dorian Finney-Smith from the Charlotte Hornets<\/a> in a multi-player trade.<\/p>\n

Atlanta is sending sharpshooter Buddy Hield, guard Ryan Nembhard and cash considerations to Charlotte in exchange for Finney-Smith. According to ESPN\u2019s Shams Charania, the Hornets are expected to waive Nembhard following the deal.<\/p>\n

The transaction also provides both organizations with additional financial flexibility. ESPN\u2019s Bobby Marks reported that Atlanta creates a trade exception worth approximately $2.1 million, while Charlotte is expected to generate one valued around $4.5 million.<\/p>\n

Hawks shake up roster again<\/p>\n

Hield\u2019s stay with the Hawks proved to be brief. Atlanta acquired the veteran guard as part of the deal that sent Kristaps Porzingis to the Golden State Warriors<\/a>. Hield appeared in only seven games for Atlanta last season before becoming part of another trade.<\/p>\n

Known throughout his career for his perimeter shooting, Hield is scheduled to earn approximately $9.5 million this season. His contract also includes a player option worth slightly more than $10 million for the 2027-28 campaign.<\/p>\n

Finney-Smith gives Atlanta an experienced, versatile wing who has built his reputation around defense, toughness and the ability to stretch the floor.<\/p>\n

Charlotte acquired Finney-Smith from the Houston Rockets<\/a> earlier this offseason. His time in Houston was disrupted after he missed the first two months of last season. The veteran has three seasons remaining on a four-year, $53 million contract, with the final year containing a player option for 2028-29.<\/p>\n

Nembhard, meanwhile, arrived in Atlanta through the three-team transaction that sent Zaccharie Risacher to the Dallas Mavericks<\/a> while bringing Luguentz Dort to the Hawks from the Oklahoma City Thunder<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The 23-year-old Nembhard entered the NBA as an undrafted rookie with Dallas. He averaged 6.6 points and 5.3 assists while playing 19.5 minutes per game last season.<\/p>\n

For Atlanta, the deal swaps Hield\u2019s shooting for Finney-Smith\u2019s defensive versatility as the Hawks continue adjusting their roster.<\/p>\n

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