Zion Williamson is in the best shape of his NBA career, which could diminish the value of the Pelicans pick the Hawks acquired on draft night
The Hawks were the clear winners of the offseason this year, assembling a team ready to compete in the postseason while also gaining draft capital. However, a development in New Orleans may tank the value of the picks Atlanta acquired this summer.
On draft night, the Hawks traded the 13th pick (Derik Queen) for the 23rd pick (Asa Newell) and the unprotected rights to the more favorable of the Pelicans' and Bucks’ 2026 first round pick.