In a significant move just hours before the highly anticipated NBA Draft, the Atlanta Hawks have reportedly finalized a blockbuster three-team trade that brings former All-Star and NBA champion Kristaps Porziņģis to Atlanta. The deal, first reported by Shams Charania of ESPN, also involves the Boston Celtics and the Brooklyn Nets, reshaping the rosters of all three franchises.
According to the report, the trade details are as follows:
- The Atlanta Hawks acquire Kristaps Porziņģis and a second-round draft pick.
- The Brooklyn Nets receive Terance Mann and the Hawks’ No. 22 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft.
- The Boston Celtics obtain Georges Niang and a second-round pick.
For the Atlanta Hawks, this trade represents a strategic acquisition aimed at bolstering their frontcourt with size and shooting. Porziņģis, a 7’2″ center/forward, brings a versatile skillset to Atlanta. Over his last three seasons, he has averaged an impressive 21.1 points, 7.6 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 1.7 blocks per game, while shooting an efficient 57% from the field and 39% from beyond the arc. Porziņģis was a key contributor to the Boston Celtics’ 2023-24 NBA Championship run, their first title since 2008. However, his tenure has been marked by injury concerns, as he appeared in just 99 of a possible 164 regular season games over the last two seasons and missed significant portions of both postseasons, including battling what was described as “post-viral syndrome” that affected his endurance. The 29-year-old, nine-year NBA veteran is entering an expiring contract season in 2025-26, where he is set to earn approximately $30.7 million. The Hawks will send out two players acquired at last year’s trade deadline, Terance Mann and Georges Niang, along with their 22nd overall pick in the upcoming draft. This leaves Atlanta with the No. 13 pick, in addition to the second-round pick acquired in this trade. (Peachtree Hoops)
The Boston Celtics, fresh off their championship victory, make a move that appears to be driven by financial flexibility and roster depth. By acquiring Georges Niang and a second-round pick, the Celtics are reportedly able to drop below the league’s second apron, especially when combined with another recent transaction involving Jrue Holiday and Anfernee Simons. Niang, a 6’7″ power forward, was traded to the Hawks from the Cleveland Cavaliers in February 2025. During his 28 regular-season appearances for Atlanta, he averaged 12.1 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 1.6 assists in 23.0 minutes per game. (ESPN, Basketball-Reference) Niang could potentially compete for a starting role in Boston’s forward rotation, particularly given the uncertainty surrounding Jayson Tatum’s Achilles injury, which could sideline him for the entire 2025-26 season. (CBS Sports)
The Brooklyn Nets, meanwhile, add Terance Mann and a valuable first-round pick (No. 22 overall) to their asset pool. Mann, who spent half a season as a bench player for the Hawks, provides the Nets with a versatile guard/forward option. This acquisition gives Brooklyn additional flexibility as they look to build for the future. (Reddit)
This multi-team trade highlights the dynamic nature of the NBA offseason, with teams strategically maneuvering to improve their rosters and manage salary cap implications. The Hawks hope Porziņģis can provide the consistent high-level production he’s shown when healthy, while the Celtics prioritize financial flexibility and the Nets add young talent and draft capital.
