Hawks acquire Jonathan Kuminga, Buddy Hield for Kristaps Porzingis in wild NBA trade

Published: Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 4:51 am

Hawks Shake Up Roster Again in Latest NBA Trade

The NBA trade deadline is heating up, with the Atlanta Hawks making another significant move. In a deal reported by ESPN's Shams Charania, the Hawks have acquired Jonathan Kuminga and Buddy Hield from the Golden State Warriors. In return, the Hawks are sending Kristaps Porzingis to the Warriors.

This trade comes on the heels of Kuminga's trade demand in January. Hawks General Manager Mike Dunleavy acknowledged the demand, stating the team was willing to work with Kuminga to find a solution, while also prioritizing the best interests of the organization.

The Hawks, currently holding a 25-27 record and sitting ninth in the Eastern Conference, have been active in reshaping their roster. This trade follows their earlier move on January 7th, where they traded Trae Young to the Washington Wizards for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert.

The Warriors, following the trade with the Hawks, also made a move, sending Trayce Jackson-Davis to the Toronto Raptors in exchange for a second-round pick in 2026, according to Charania. This flurry of activity highlights the dynamic nature of the NBA and teams' ongoing efforts to improve their competitiveness.

BNN's Perspective:

The Hawks are clearly signaling a shift in strategy, likely aiming to build a more balanced team. While the immediate impact of these trades remains to be seen, the moves demonstrate a willingness to adapt and potentially retool for the future. The Warriors, meanwhile, appear to be making moves to retool their roster.

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