# Hawks Lock In McCollum, Draft Pressure Lifts

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Podcast: [Atlanta Hawks News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/atlanta-hawks-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7550345)
Published: 2026-06-21T21:17:24+00:00
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The Atlanta Hawks just secured CJ McCollum with a one-year, $21M extension that includes a trade kicker, locking in a key veteran and eliminating draft pressure. With McCollum leading them to a 19-4 record since February, the move signals serious commitment to their core while giving them flexibility to draft the best player available — not just a guard. Now, with McCollum’s future settled, the Hawks can focus on bigger questions like Jonathan Kuminga’s role, entering the draft with clarity and confidence. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6907c8ed3eb8e60d

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