The Hawks signed first-round pick Onyeka Okongwu and filled both two-way slots, the team announced on its website.
Forward/center Nathan Knight and guard Skylar Mays will both get two-way deals. We shared news of Knight’s expected signing last week, while the contract with Mays is new. They will be limited to 50 NBA games on their two-way contracts and will play in the G League if that season is held.
Knight played four seasons at William & Mary, averaging 20.7 points and 10.5 rebounds per game as a senior. Mays was the starting point guard at LSU for the past four years and was a first-team All-SEC selection after averaging 16.7 PPG, 5.0 RPG and 3.2 APG in his senior season.
Okungwu was the sixth overall selection in last week’s draft after an outstanding freshman year at USC. Terms of the signing weren’t announced, but he is eligible to receive up to 120% of the rookie scale, which would be $5,813,640.
He’s a good fit with Capela. Makes their team D much better. I can see maybe Collins getting moved. Once Okongwu starts to settle in. Or just ride this team till big FA yr next yr. Probably can make major trade. This is a deep young team. Okongwu is a future all star. Great pick.