Atlanta Hawks Declare Eastern Conference Supremacy with Strong Offseason
Following the early moves in the 2025 NBA offseason, the Atlanta Hawks positioned themselves as contenders in the Eastern Conference.
The NBA’s Eastern Conference is missing more pieces than a Lego set from a yard sale. Given the massive void of stars in the East, the top seeds are up for grabs. With the competitive balance off kilter, the Atlanta Hawks seized the moment like the namesake bird swooping in on its prey. Following the early moves in the 2025 NBA offseason, the Hawks made a push for Eastern Conference supremacy.
Before the Hawks’ impressive activity on the first day of 2025 free agency, their new general manager, Onsi Saleh, maneuvered a significant trade during the 2025 NBA Draft.