Atlanta acquires center Henri Veesaar with the 52nd overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, leapfrogging the Lakers to secure their target.
The Atlanta Hawks have acquired North Carolina center Henri Veesaar with the 52nd overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, pulling off a trade with the LA Clippers to move up the board.
In the deal, the Clippers received the 55th and 57th picks and cash considerations from the Hawks and Rockets, while the Rockets received cash from the Clippers.
Full Trade Breakdown
- Hawks receive: No. 52 pick (Henri Veesaar) from Clippers
- Clippers receive: No. 55 pick (Nick Martinelli) from Rockets, No. 57 pick (Narcisse Ngoy) from Hawks, cash from Hawks
- Rockets receive: Cash from Clippers
The trade occurred after the Hawks dealt franchise guard Trae Young to the Washington Wizards. By moving up from No. 57 to No. 52, Atlanta leapfrogged the Los Angeles Lakers at No. 56, who were reportedly targeting Veesaar.