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Atlanta Hawks manage salary cap with Buddy Hield on the roster

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Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Atlanta Hawks manage salary cap with Buddy Hield on the roster
Summary

The Atlanta Hawks are currently $7.1 million under the luxury tax with Buddy Hield's full salary of $9.6 million on the books. This situation follows the Aaron Wiggins trade and includes two first-round draft picks. The Hawks have one open roster spot, which could affect future transactions as they manage their salary cap.

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  • •Hawks are $7.1 million under the luxury tax threshold.
  • •Buddy Hield's salary accounts for $9.6 million on the cap.
  • •Team has one open roster spot available.
  • •Recent transactions include the Aaron Wiggins trade.
  • •Hawks hold two first-round draft picks.
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  • 1:43 AMYahoo Sports — With Buddy Hield on the books at his full $9.6M …
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