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Atlanta Hawks Acquire Nickeil Alexander-Walker in Four-Year, $62M Sign-and-Trade

Relieving Minnesota’s cap constraints under the second apron, the sign-and-trade delivers veteran perimeter strength to Trae Young’s rotation.

Mar 4, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker (9) signals the crowd against the Philadelphia 76ers in the fourth quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Timberwolves guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker saves the ball against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Overview

  • Nickeil Alexander-Walker signs a four-year, $62 million contract with the Hawks via a sign-and-trade.
  • The Timberwolves receive a 2027 second-round pick via Cleveland, cash, and generate a trade exception to ease second-apron cap constraints.
  • Atlanta also adds veteran sharpshooter Luke Kennard on a one-year, $11 million deal to bolster its perimeter shooting.
  • Alexander-Walker arrives after consecutive 82-game seasons and a career-high 2024-25 campaign that showcased his elite 3-and-D versatility.
  • These roster moves cement Atlanta’s retooling around All-Star guard Trae Young as the team reshapes its lineup to contend in the Eastern Conference.