Tim Bontemps joins Atlanta Hawks front office after ESPN role
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 1:12 PM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
Tim Bontemps, formerly a senior NBA writer at ESPN, has been hired by the Atlanta Hawks for a front office position. His move comes as the Hawks seek to enhance their operations amid ongoing developments in the NBA. Bontemps has built a strong reputation covering the league, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to his new role. The Hawks will likely benefit from his insights as they prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Tim Bontemps joins the Hawks front office.
- •Previously worked as a senior NBA writer for ESPN.
- •His hiring is aimed at strengthening team operations.
- •Bontemps is known for his comprehensive NBA coverage.
- •The Hawks look to improve ahead of the next season.
- 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — Atlanta Hawks Hire ESPN's Tim Bontemps for Front Office Role
- 2:07 PMESPN — Ex-ESPN writer Bontemps joins Hawks front office
"The Atlanta Hawks have hired former ESPN NBA writer Tim Bontemps as a strategic adviser, reporting directly to president of basketball operations Onsi Saleh.
"Former ESPN senior NBA writer Tim Bontemps has been hired for a front office role with the Atlanta Hawks.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 9, 2026, 2:00 AMAtlanta Hawks Hire ESPN's Tim Bontemps for Front Office Role
The Atlanta Hawks have hired former ESPN NBA writer Tim Bontemps as a strategic adviser, reporting directly to president of basketball operations Onsi Saleh.
- ESPNJul 8, 2026, 2:07 PMEx-ESPN writer Bontemps joins Hawks front office
Former ESPN senior NBA writer Tim Bontemps has been hired for a front office role with the Atlanta Hawks.
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