What happened: Atlanta acquired guard Devin Carter and a 2033 second-round pick from Sacramento, sending back the draft rights to Alpha Kaba. The move adds a young backcourt piece and a long-dated future asset to the Hawks' books.

Why it matters: The deal continues a busy Atlanta offseason and reshapes the back end of its rotation, while Sacramento sheds salary and frees flexibility. It follows the same Kings move that dropped Sacramento out of the second apron, underscoring how cost-driven this exchange is for both sides heading into 2026-27.

What to watch: Watch how Carter fits into Atlanta's guard rotation in training camp and whether the Hawks make additional moves to round out their roster for the 2026-27 season.