McCollum agrees to one-year, $21M extension with Hawks

Atlanta locks in its veteran guard.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 231 min read

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McCollum is part of a handful of players that can sign extensions prior to becoming a free agent. McCollum has never b

What happened: CJ McCollum has agreed to a one-year, $21 million contract extension with the Atlanta Hawks that includes a trade kicker. The deal keeps the veteran guard in Atlanta rather than letting him reach free agency.

Why it matters: The extension reflects a path available to only a small group of players who can re-sign before hitting the open market. For the Hawks, it secures backcourt continuity heading into the 2026-27 season after McCollum closed the year on a 19-4 run as a starter.

By the numbers: McCollum has never reached free agency, signing four extensions across his career. The new agreement is a one-year, $21 million deal with a trade kicker.

What to watch: Watch how Atlanta rounds out its roster around McCollum and whether the trade kicker shapes any future moves.

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