The Atlanta Hawks have made significant moves ahead of the NBA trade deadline, parting ways with two veterans—De’Andre Hunter, who was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers, and Bogdan Bogdanovic, sent to the Los Angeles Clippers. General manager Landry Fields acknowledged the difficulty of these decisions but believes they are essential for the team's future.

In return, the Hawks acquired Caris LeVert and Georges Niang from the Cavaliers, along with three second-round picks, and guard Terance Mann from the Clippers. Fields emphasized the goal of acquiring players who fit their desired team culture, stating these trades were made to enhance the team's competitiveness and asset pool.