The Atlanta Hawks have had a busy offseason, making moves, whether it's been through trades, the draft, or re-signing their own free agents. One of the main priorities for the Hawks was bringing back CJ McCollum, who was key to their hot run during the second half of the season.
Another area where the Hawks needed to address was the center position, which is why they brought back Jock Landale, who was also important to the team during their run. Other than that, the Hawks made some moves along the margins, trading for Aaron Wiggins to add to their wing depth, and trading for Devin Carter, adding to their guard depth.
The one player who the Hawks haven't re-signed is Jonathan Kuminga, whom they traded for at the deadline along with Buddy Hield. In fact, they declined his team option, making him a free agent. Though it seems like the Hawks are interested in bringing him back, it doesn't seem like it's a definite decision.
Hawks don't need to bring back Jonanthan Kuminga
The way the roster is set up, the Hawks don't need to re-sign Kuminga. For one, Kuminga might be looking for a certain amount of money that the Hawks aren't willing to give him, and he is looking for a big role on the team. Kuminga was key for the Hawks in the playoffs last season, but going into next season, the team may lean on their younger players.
As of now, the Hawks have Jalen Johnson, Mouhamed Gueye and Asa Newell at the power forward position, which leaves Kuminga on the outside looking in. Add to the fact that the Hawks drafted two frontcourt players, and the pickings might be even slimmer.
For the amount of money that he wants, and the playing time he might get, it wouldn't make sense for the Hawks.
There is a scenario where the Hawks could bring him back on a cheaper deal, but that might only happen if there are no other teams looking to sign him in free agency.
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