The Atlanta Hawks fixed on-court mesh issues Murray and Young had negative net ratings together and struggled on both ends The Hawks addressed defensive issues by acquiring perimeter defenders and drafting wing depth.
Milwaukee Bucks to six games in the 2021 Eastern Conference Finals, they have not been able to come close to replicating that success.
Boston Celtics ousted the Hawks in the first round of the 2023 playoffs, and Atlanta failed to make the playoffs after losing in blowout fashion to the
Chicago Bulls in the nine vs. ten Play-In game this season. Fields knew he had to make big roster changes this summer to bring the Hawks back on the right path. Trading Murray to the
New Orleans Pelicans , acquiring defensive help, and drafting/signing wing depth are all signs that Atlanta is addressing areas of need for the 2024-25 campaign.