Rookies Okongwu, Mays and Knight sign with Hawks

The Hawks announced the signing of rookies Onyeka Okongwu, Skylar Mays and Nathan Knight on Tuesday.

Mays and Knight both will be on two-way contracts. It was expected that Mays would be put on a two-way contract so that the Hawks would have an open roster spot, presumably a landing spot for restricted free agent Bogdan Bogdanovic, if Sacramento chooses not to match the offer the Hawks made him.

The Hawks drafted Okongwu at No. 6 and Mays at No. 50, and Knight wasn’t undrafted.

Okongwu figures to give the Hawks a boost as a rebounder and defender, and is hoping to expand his range as a shooter, as well. As a freshman at USC, he averaged 16.2 points, 8.6 rebounds and 2.7 blocks, earning All-Pac-12 first-team honors.

Mays is a combo guard who averaged 16.7 points, five rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.8 steals per game as a senior, which earned him an All-SEC first-team selection. He adds depth in the backcourt, and Knight, who averaged a double-double of 20.7 points and 10.5 rebounds as a senior at William & Mary, brings depth to the frontcourt.

About the Author

Hawks star Trae Young to miss several weeks following MRI results

Hawks star guard Trae Young will miss several weeks after an MRI revealed an MCL sprain in his right knee.

Hawks test without Trae Young only just beginning

As the Hawks navigate a potential long-term absence from Trae Young, they’ll have to lean on defensive pressure to generate more offensive possessions.

Hawks best beleaguered Pacers in first night of NBA Cup play

Without Trae Young, the Hawks fell behind the short-handed Pacers early, but eventually rolled to a 128-108 win.

The Latest

Credit: Hyosub Shin/AJC

Hawks star Trae Young to miss several weeks following MRI results

Hawks test without Trae Young only just beginning

Hawks best beleaguered Pacers in first night of NBA Cup play

Featured

Credit: Philip Robibero / AJC

MARTA and Beltline rail two big transportation items on mayor’s agenda

While reaffirming his commitment to building light rail along the Beltline, Mayor Dickens says the first segment should go where transportation needs are greatest: SW Atlanta.

Georgia women face geographic gaps in prenatal care

Fewer than half of Georgia's counties have a full-time OB-GYN, according to data analyzed by the AJC, and many women lack the time and money to make regular prenatal visits.

Ex-Stonecrest mayor accused of lying about prison time to run for City Council

Jason Lary, who spent more than two years in prison after he admitted pocketing COVID relief money, allegedly claimed he was not a convicted felon in pre-election paperwork.