The Atlanta Hawks are keeping their No. 1 overall draft pick, according to general manager Landry Fields. He mentioned that as they continue with their draft preparations, they are more inclined to hold onto the top spot. Fields expressed his excitement about the upcoming draft and joked about not giving back the No. 1 pick. Despite having only a 3 percent chance, the Hawks secured the top pick in the 2024 NBA Draft after finishing the previous season with a 36-46 record.
Former NBA player Landry Fields shared that the team’s draft board is taking shape, with several potential prospects in consideration. Among them are French players Alexandre Sarr and Zaccharie Risacher, as well as former UConn players Donovan Clingan and Stephon Castle. The Hawks are facing decisions following a disappointing season, with Trae Young expected to remain a focal point while Dejounte Murray’s future remains uncertain amid trade rumors.
Fields acknowledged that the team has been receiving calls from other teams inquiring about potential trades. Despite taking a brief break for Father’s Day, he mentioned that the phone has been ringing consistently as they assess their options and the overall landscape of the league. The Hawks are in a favorable position with the top pick, and they are eager to see how things unfold in the upcoming draft.