Rohan Raman

Joined: Jun 18, 2024

Rohan Raman has been covering the Atlanta Hawks for On SI since June 2024. He has been a contributor to Georgia Tech Athletics for On SI since May 2022 and enjoys providing thoughtful analysis of football, basketball and baseball at the collegiate and professional level.

Mar 30, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) dribbles against Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels (5) in the first half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mady Mertens-Imagn Images

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Even though the Hawks have repeatedly stressed flexibility, there's value to be gained in taking on "bad" contracts for additional draft capital in upcoming seasons.

Nov 1, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (11) shoots past Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (1) in the second quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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Could the Hawks take advantage of a larger move that sends Sabonis to the Hornets in order to improve their depth and address some of the roster's weak points?

Mar 26, 2026; San Jose, CA, USA; Texas Longhorns forward Dailyn Swain (3) celebrates after a play against the Purdue Boilermakers in the second half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the West Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at SAP Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

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Could the Hawks take advantage of a rather deep draft for guards by trading down for a versatile player with guard/forward flexibility?

Jan 11, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler III (10) launches a fadeaway jumper over Atlanta Hawks forward Onyeka Okongwu (17) during the second quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

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Could the Hawks take a gamble on a fomer top-10 player coming back from injury in Jimmy Butler?

Apr 28, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Atlanta Hawks head coach Quin Snyder coaches against the New York Knicks during the second quarter of game five of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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With their head coach and general manager locked up on new extensions, the Hawks have their leadership core in place for the foreseeable future. What does that mean for their offseason moves?

Alabama guard Labaron Philon (0) goes to the basket against ,m4 during the first half of NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 round at United Center in Chicago on Friday, March 27, 2026.

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Could the Hawks take one of the most underrated players in the draft while also taking a low-risk, high-reward center in the back of the first?

Mar 21, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Daniel Gafford (21) tries to keep his balance as he runs out of bounds during the second half against the LA Clippers at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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Would this trade idea work for the Hawks to bolster their frontcourt?

Apr 30, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (1) passes the ball against the New York Knicks in the third quarter during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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It's no secret that the Knicks have been unbeaten in the playoffs outside of the two games they lost to the Hawks. What should fans take away from that?

Jan 23, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard CJ McCollum (3) dribbles past Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks (3) in the third quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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The Hawks have repeatedly mentioned how much they want flexibility going forward - the best way to preserve that is by looking into players on expiring contracts.

May 30, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) reacts in the second quarter against the San Antonio Spurs during game seven of the western conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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Atlanta shouldn't commit a lot of resources towards him, but it would be interesting to add Dort on the Hawks if they can get him at a reasonable salary.

Apr 30, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (1) shoots against the New York Knicks in the third quarter during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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Getting high picks in the draft has always been accompanied by tanking, but the current core of the Hawks is poised to uniquely benefit from the lottery odds.

Jan 23, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Grayson Allen (8) is defended by Atlanta Hawks forward Onyeka Okongwu (17) in the fourth quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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The Knicks series showed the lack of depth in the Hawks' backcourt. Could trading one of their young wings in exchange for one of the Suns' best guards make sense?

Rohan Raman

Joined: Jun 18, 2024

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