McCollum re-signs with Hawks after 19-4 run as a starter to close the season

Atlanta locks in its veteran guard for another year.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 221 min read

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The Hawks went 19-4 with McCollum as a starter from Feb. 22 through end of the regular season -- closing the 11th straig

What happened: CJ McCollum has agreed to a one-year, $21 million contract extension with the Atlanta Hawks that includes a trade kicker, keeping the veteran guard in Atlanta through next season. The deal follows a strong finish in which McCollum started down the stretch and helped steady the rotation.

Why it matters: Re-signing McCollum gives the Hawks continuity and reliable perimeter scoring as they build toward the 2026-27 season. His shooting and experience anchor a backcourt that leaned on him heavily once he moved into the starting lineup.

By the numbers: Atlanta went 19-4 with McCollum as a starter from Feb. 22 through the end of the regular season. He also closed his 11th straight season with at least 150 made 3-pointers, tied for the fourth-most such campaigns in NBA history, per ESPN Research.

What to watch: Watch how the extension shapes Atlanta's offseason roster moves and where McCollum fits in the starting lineup entering 2026-27.

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@ShamsCharania Jun 21, 1:12 PM ET

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McCollum re-signs with Hawks after 19-4 run as a starter to close the season

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