Hawks extend Buddy Hield's guaranteed date, maintain roster flexibility

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400

The Atlanta Hawks and veteran guard Buddy Hield have agreed to extend the guaranteed date on his $9.6 million contract, the team confirmed Monday, a move that preserves both the player’s security and the organization’s financial flexibility heading into a pivotal offseason.

The agreement does not change the dollar amount of Hield’s deal. Instead, it pushes the deadline by which the Hawks must decide whether to guarantee the contract or waive him, giving the front office more time to evaluate trade scenarios and free-agent targets.

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Hawks extend Buddy Hield's guaranteed date, maintain roster flexibility