Eastern Conference · Southeast Division
GM: Landry Fields
Roster grades based on player performance, contract value, and fan sentiment.
18
Players
18
Transactions
7
Contracts Graded
*(15 active roster + 2 two-way contracts)
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Grade this team's roster:
The Atlanta Hawks are getting about fair value from their salary commitments, earning a C CVI grade across 7 contracts evaluated. 1 contract grades as positive value (B+ or better), while 2 fall below fair market value. Several contracts are grading below expectations, putting pressure on the cap sheet. Cap flexibility is adequate but not exceptional — the team has limited room for high-end acquisitions. Of 18 total rostered players, 7 have contracts eligible for CVI evaluation. The payroll management is adequate but could improve with better contract negotiations.
The Atlanta Hawks roster grades as below-average overall, earning a D Performance grade based on 18 graded players. The roster features 1 All-Star caliber performer (A-grade), providing a high-end talent foundation. 4 players grade as quality starters (B-range), 12 as rotation contributors (C-range), and 1 as depth or below (D/F-range). With a star and supporting pieces, the roster has the nucleus to compete, though depth remains a factor. An active season with 18 moves shows the front office is aggressively reshaping the roster. Significant upgrades are needed before this team can compete for a playoff spot.
Fan and media sentiment around the Atlanta Hawks' season has been mixed, earning a C- overall sentiment grade. Of 14 graded moves, 4 received positive reactions, 4 were mixed, and 6 drew negative sentiment. The most well-received move was the Tony Bradley acquisition, which earned a A sentiment grade. The most criticized move was the Converted the contract of G Caleb Houstan to an NB transaction, which received a F sentiment grade. Fan sentiment is split — some see a team on the rise, while others want bolder moves. How sentiment evolves will depend heavily on how new acquisitions perform early in the season.