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Hawks Trade Vit Krejci to Trail Blazers for Duop Reath, Two Second-Round Picks

Atlanta signals a focus on draft capital following Krejci's reduced role post–Trae Young trade.

Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks reacts after hitting a three-point basket against the Washington Wizards during the first quarter at State Farm Arena on April 05, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
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Jan 9, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Vit Krejci (27) looks on during the second quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
Jan 2, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Duop Reath (26) during warmups before the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Portland sends Duop Reath plus two second-rounders to Atlanta, identified as the Blazers’ 2027 pick and the Knicks’ 2030 pick, per subsequent clarification.
  • Reath recently underwent season-ending foot surgery and is expected to miss the year, with restricted free agency awaiting this summer.
  • Krejci lost regular minutes after Atlanta brought in CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert, prompting the Hawks to convert depth into future assets.
  • Krejci, 25, is averaging about 9.0 points on roughly 42 percent three-point shooting, offering help to a Portland team ranked last in NBA three-point percentage.
  • Reporting frames the picks as the primary value for Atlanta, with Reath’s longer-term status in the Hawks’ plans yet to be determined.