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The Atlanta Hawks continued an aggressive offseason makeover Sunday, finalizing a trade to acquire guard Aaron Wiggins from the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for two future second-round draft picks. Atlanta will send its 2030 second-round pick and the least favorable of the Hawks’ or Lakers’ 2032 second-round selections to Oklahoma City.
Wiggins arrives in Atlanta after spending five seasons with the Thunder, where he developed into one of the league’s more reliable role players despite often competing for minutes on one of the NBA’s deepest rosters. The 27-year-old wing provides the Hawks with valuable depth, perimeter defense, and three-point shooting.
During the 2025-26 season, Wiggins averaged 10.8 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 1.8 assists while shooting efficiently from the field and continuing to establish himself as a versatile two-way contributor. Throughout his NBA career, he has shot approximately 38% from three-point range, making him an ideal fit alongside Atlanta’s playmakers and scoring options.
Hawks land versatile guard
The move appears to be another step in Atlanta’s effort to strengthen its wing rotation while maintaining financial flexibility. Wiggins signed a five-year, $45 million extension with Oklahoma City before the 2024-25 season, and the contract remains team-friendly, with just over $17 million owed over the next two guaranteed years.
For Oklahoma City, the trade is largely about asset management. The reigning Western Conference powerhouse has faced a roster crunch due to its abundance of young talent and draft capital. ESPN recently identified Wiggins as one of the most likely Thunder players to be moved as the organization works to balance playing time and future flexibility.
Atlanta, meanwhile, gains a proven rotation player entering his prime. Wiggins has shown the ability to defend multiple positions, knock down open shots, and contribute without needing high usage. With the Hawks looking to return to playoff contention, his skill set fills an important need.
The trade may not generate the headlines of a superstar acquisition, but it could prove to be one of the more impactful under-the-radar moves of the offseason for Atlanta.
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