What happened: The Atlanta Hawks waived forward Giorgi Bezhanishvili on Thursday, per KL Chouinard. The transaction follows his recent signing to a training camp contract ahead of Atlanta's preseason finale.

Why it matters: NBA franchises frequently sign and waive players on training camp deals in October to establish G League affiliate rights ahead of the 2026-27 campaign. The cut is the latest step as Atlanta continues shaping its preseason roster before regular-season deadlines.

What to watch: Atlanta will complete its preseason slate before trimming the roster to regular-season limits ahead of opening night.