Atlanta Hawks forwards John Collins (right) and DeAndre Bembry celebrate a 142-126 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in a NBA basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at State Farm Arena in Atlanta. Curtis...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 15, 2019 Atlanta: Atlanta Hawks guard Jaylen Adams fouls Oklahoma City Thunder guard Dennis Schroder during the second half in a NBA basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at State Farm Arena in Atlanta...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 15, 2019 Atlanta: Atlanta Hawks head coach Lloyd Pierce calls a defense coaching his team to a 142-126 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in a NBA basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at State Farm...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 15, 2019 Atlanta: Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins slams for two with Oklahoma City Thunder center Steven Adams looking on during the first half in a NBA basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at State...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 15, 2019 Atlanta: Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young drives to the basket past Oklahoma City Thunder guard Dennis Schroder during the first half in a NBA basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at State Farm...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 15, 2019 Atlanta: Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins slams for two against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half in a NBA basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at State Farm Arena in Atlanta...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Hawks guard Trae Young shoots over Oklahoma City Thunder guard Dennis Schroder on the way to a 142-126 victory during the second half in a NBA basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at State Farm Arena in Atlanta...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 15, 2019 Atlanta: Former Atlanta Hawks guard Dennis Schroder returns for the first time with the Oklahoma City Thunder preparing to play in a NBA basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at State Farm Arena...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 15, 2019 Atlanta: Former Atlanta Hawks guard Dennis Schroder returns for the first time with the Oklahoma City Thunder preparing to play in a NBA basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at State Farm Arena...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 15, 2019 Atlanta: Former Atlanta Hawks guard Dennis Schroder returns for the first time with the Oklahoma City Thunder preparing to play in a NBA basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at State Farm Arena...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 15, 2019 Atlanta: Former Atlanta Hawks guard Dennis Schroder returns for the first time with the Oklahoma City Thunder preparing to play in a NBA basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at State Farm Arena...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 15, 2019 Atlanta: Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young looks to pass around Oklahoma City Thunder guard Dennis Schroder during the second half in a NBA basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at State Farm Arena...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 15, 2019 Atlanta: Atlanta Hawks guard Jaylen Adams fouls Oklahoma City Thunder guard Dennis Schroder during the second half in a NBA basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at State Farm Arena in Atlanta...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 15, 2019 Atlanta: Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young reacts to hitting a three-pointer against the Oklahoma City Thunder on the way to a 142-126 victory in a NBA basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at State...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 15, 2019 Atlanta: Atlanta Hawks guard Vince Carter reacts to hitting his shot against the Oklahoma City Thunder on the way to a 142-126 victory in a NBA basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at State Farm...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 15, 2019 Atlanta: Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young drives past Oklahoma City Thunder Paul George during the first half in a NBA basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at State Farm Arena in Atlanta. The Hawks...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 15, 2019 Atlanta: Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young defends against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Paul George during the first half in a NBA basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at State Farm Arena in Atlanta...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 15, 2019 Atlanta: Atlanta Hawks center Alex Len slams for two against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half in a NBA basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at State Farm Arena in Atlanta. Curtis...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 15, 2019 Atlanta: Atlanta Hawks center Alex Len slams for two against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half in a NBA basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at State Farm Arena in Atlanta. Curtis...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 15, 2019 Atlanta: Atlanta Hawks guard Daniel Hamilton steals from Oklahoma City Thunder center Steven Adams during the first half in a NBA basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at State Farm Arena in Atlanta...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 15, 2019 Atlanta: Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young and Oklahoma City Thunder guard Dennis Schroder share a laugh during the first half in a NBA basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at State Farm Arena in...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 15, 2019 Atlanta: Atlanta Hawks guard Kevin Huerter draws a foul from Oklahoma City Thunder forward Paul George during the first half in a NBA basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at State Farm Arena...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

President Donald Trump gives remarks in front of the fast food that was served to the Clemson Tigers, the winners of the 2018 College Football Playoff National Championship, Jan. 14, 2019, at the White House in...SARAH SILBIGER/© 2018 THE NEW YORK TIMES

Members of the Clemson Tigers football team look over their choices on fast food served by President Trump to celebrate their Championship Jan. 14, 2019, at the White House in Washington.Pool/Getty Images

President Donald Trump presents fast food to be served to the Clemson Tigers football team to celebrate their Championship Jan. 14, 2019, at the White House in Washington.Pool/Getty Images

President Donald Trump gestures to Clemson University President James Clements (right) during an East Room event to host the Clemson Tigers football team at the White House Jan. 14, 2019 in Washington.Alex Wong/Getty Images

Members of the Clemson Tigers football team look over their choices on fast food served by President Trump to celebrate their Championship Jan. 14, 2019, at the White House in Washington.Pool/Getty Images

A White House worker replenishes the fast food that was served to the Clemson Tigers, the winners of the 2018 College Football Playoff National Championship, Jan. 14, 2019, at the White House in Washington.SARAH SILBIGER/© 2018 THE NEW YORK TIMES

President Donald Trump presents fast food to be served to the Clemson Tigers in celebration of their national championship at the White House Jan. 14, 2019, in Washington.Pool/Getty Images

President Donald Trump presents fast food to be served to the Clemson Tigers in celebration of their national championship at the White House Jan. 14, 2019, in Washington.Pool/Getty Images

Members of the Clemson Tigers football snap pictures of the fast food served by President Trump to celebrate their Championship at the White House Jan. 14, 2019, in Washington.Pool/Getty Images

Fast food that was served to the Clemson Tigers, the winners of the 2018 College Football Playoff National Championship, Jan. 14, 2019, at the White House in Washington.SARAH SILBIGER/© 2018 THE NEW YORK TIMES

A tray of Burger King Whoppers offered by U.S President Donald Trump are made available to the Clemson Tigers football team to celebrate their Championship Jan. 14, 2019, at the White House in Washington.Pool/Getty Images

Members of the Clemson Tigers football team prepare to dine on fast food served by President Trump to celebrate their Championship at the White House Jan. 14, 2019, in Washington.Pool/Getty Images

President Donald Trump presents fast food to be served to the Clemson Tigers in celebration of their national championship at the White House Jan. 14, 2019, in Washington.Pool/Getty Images

Members of the Clemson Tigers football team look over their choices on fast food served by President Trump to celebrate their Championship Jan. 14, 2019, at the White House in Washington.Pool/Getty Images

Atlanta United head coach Frank de Boer speaks to the media Monday at the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Training Ground in Marietta. (Jason Getz/Special to the AJC)

Atlanta United head coach Frank de Boer speaks to members of the media Monday at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Training Ground in Marietta. (Jason Getz/Special to the AJC)

Atlanta United owner Arthur Blank listens during Monday's media event. (Jason Getz/Special to the AJC)

Frank de Boer (left) poses for a photo with owner Arthur Blank and Atlanta United Technical Director Carolos Bocanegra. (Jason Getz/Special to the AJC)

Frank de Boer is 'very proud and eager to start' his tenure with Atlanta United. (Jason Getz/Special to the AJC)

Frank de Boer, Atlanta United’s new manager, said he’s not going to make too many changes from what worked so well under the team’s previous manager, Gerardo Martino. (Jason Getz/Special to the AJC)Jason Getz

Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence, right, along with fellow freshman ride in the parade honoring Clemson Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, in Clemson, S.C., Clemson defeated Alabama 44-16 in the College Football Playoff...Richard Shiro/AP

Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence, right, along with fellow freshman ride in the parade honoring Clemson Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, in Clemson, S.C., after the Tigers defeated Alabama 44-16 in the College Football...Richard Shiro/AP

Josh White displays his Clemson Tiger while riding in the parade for the Clemson Tigers Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, in Clemson, S.C., Clemson defeated Alabama 44-16 in the College Football Playoff championship game...Richard Shiro/AP

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney along with wife Kathleen and son Clay ride in the parade held for the Tigers Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, in Clemson, S.C. Clemson defeated Alabama 44-16 in the College Football Playoff...Richard Shiro/AP

Hunter Renfrow, left, and Christian Wilkins ride in the parade held for Clemson, Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, in Clemson, S.C., after the Tigers defeated Alabama 44-16 in the College Football Playoff championship game...Richard Shiro/AP

Jerry Halsell, right, and his grandson Nick Oliver, traveled from Paragould, Ark., to attend the parade held in honor of Clemson, Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, in Clemson, S.C., The Tigers defeated Alabama 44-16 in the...Richard Shiro/AP

A family enjoys the parade held in Clemson's honor Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, in Clemson, S.C., TheTigers defeated Alabama 44-16 in the College Football Playoff championship game Monday Jan. 7. (AP Photo/Richard...Richard Shiro/AP

Defensive head coach Brent Venables, along with family members ride in the parade honoring Clemson Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, in Clemson, S.C., The Tigers defeated Alabama 44-16 in the College Football Playoff championship...Richard Shiro/AP

Clelin Ferrell, left, and Adam Choice ride in the parade held for Clemson, Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, in Clemson, S.C. Clemson defeated Alabama 44-16 in the College Football Playoff championship game Monday Jan....Richard Shiro/AP

A band marches down the street during a parade honoring the Clemson Tigers, Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, in Clemson, S.C., Clemson defeated Alabama 44-16 in the College Football Playoff championship game Monday Jan...Richard Shiro/AP

A parade is held honoring Clemson Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, in Clemson, S.C., The Tigers defeated Alabama 44-16 in the College Football Playoff championship game Monday Jan. 7. (AP Photo/Richard Shiro)Richard Shiro/AP

Clemson head football coach Dabo Swinney along with members of the 2019 National Championship football team address the crowd during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game between Clemson and Virginia...Richard Shiro/AP

Clemson head football coach Dabo Swinney along with members of the 2019 National Championship football team address the crowd during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game between Clemson and Virginia...Richard Shiro/AP

The 2018-19 Clemson championship football trophies are displayed during halftime of an NCAA college basketball game between Virginia against Clemson Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, in Clemson, S.C. (AP Photo/Richard Shiro)Richard Shiro/AP

Jerry Halsell, right, and his grandson Nick Oliver, traveled from Paragould, Ark., to attend the parade held in honor of Clemson, Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, in Clemson, S.C., The Tigers defeated Alabama 44-16 in the...Richard Shiro/AP

A Clemson band member shows his excitement during a parade honoring Clemson Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, in Clemson, S.C., The Tigers defeated Alabama 44-16 in the College Football Playoff championship game Monday Jan...Richard Shiro/AP

Atlanta Hawks' John Collins, second from right, shoots the go-ahead basket during the final minute of the team's NBA basketball game against the Philadelphia 76ers, Friday, Jan. 11, 2019, in Philadelphia. Atlanta...Matt Slocum/AP

Atlanta Hawks' Alex Len (25) and Trae Young (11) celebrate past after a basket by Len during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Friday, Jan. 11, 2019, in Philadelphia. Philadelphia 76ers' Jonah Bolden is...Matt Slocum/AP

Atlanta Hawks' John Collins, left, celebrates with a teammate after the Hawks defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 123-121 in an NBA basketball game Friday, Jan. 11, 2019, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)Matt Slocum/AP

Atlanta Hawks' Dewayne Dedmon (14) shoots over Philadelphia 76ers' Mike Muscala (31) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Jan. 11, 2019, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)Matt Slocum/AP

Atlanta Hawks' John Collins reacts after scoring during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Philadelphia 76ers, Friday, Jan. 11, 2019, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)Matt Slocum/AP

Atlanta Hawks' Alex Len (25) goes up for a dunk past Philadelphia 76ers' Landry Shamet (1) and Furkan Korkmaz (30) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Jan. 11, 2019, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt...Matt Slocum/AP

Philadelphia 76ers' Jonah Bolden (43) and Atlanta Hawks' DeAndre' Bembry (95) leap for a rebound during the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Jan. 11, 2019, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)Matt Slocum/AP

Philadelphia 76ers' Ben Simmons (25) dunks next to Atlanta Hawks' DeAndre' Bembry (95) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Jan. 11, 2019, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)Matt Slocum/AP

Philadelphia 76ers' Jimmy Butler, left, passes the ball as Atlanta Hawks' DeAndre' Bembry defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Jan. 11, 2019, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)Matt Slocum/AP

Philadelphia 76ers' Jimmy Butler (23) shoots next to Atlanta Hawks' Dewayne Dedmon (14) and Kevin Huerter (3) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Jan. 11, 2019, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt...Matt Slocum/AP

Atlanta Hawks' DeAndre' Bembry, center, goes up for a shot between Philadelphia 76ers' JJ Redick, left, and Ben Simmons during the second half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Jan. 11, 2019, in Philadelphia. Atlanta...Matt Slocum/AP

Georgia guard Teshaun Hightower (1) draws a foul from Vanderbilt's Yanni Wetzell during the Bulldogs' 82-63 win Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2018, at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens.Kristin M. Bradshaw/UGA Sports

Georgia forward Nicolas Claxton dunks during the first half against Vanderbilt Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens.Kristin M. Bradshaw/UGA Sports

Vanderbilt basketball players watch as Georgia forward Nicolas Claxton shoots a free throw during the first half Wednesday Jan. 9, 2019, at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens.Kristin M. Bradshaw/UGA Sports

Georgia forward E'torrion Wilridge drives to the basket Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, against Vanderbilt at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens.Kristin M. Bradshaw/UGA Sports

Bulldogs guard William Jackson II looks for a passing lane against the Commodores Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens. Georgia pulled away late in the second half to secure the, 82-63, win.Kristin M. Bradshaw/UGA Sports

Georgia guard Tyree Crump (4) shoots a three-pointer over a Vanderbilt defender Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens.Kristin M. Bradshaw/UGA Sports

Georgia guard Tye Fagan (14) drives the ball against Vanderbilt Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens.Kristin M. Bradshaw/UGA Sports

Georgia forward E'torrion Wilridge (13) takes a shot over Vanderbilt's Matthew Moyer Georgia Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens.Kristin M. Bradshaw/UGA Sports

Georgia guard Teshaun Hightower (1) drives to the basket over Vanderbilt forward Matt Ryan Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens. Hightower had 11 points in the Bulldogs' win.Kristin M. Bradshaw/UGA Sports

Georgia Tech guard Michael Devoe is fouled by Virginia Tech guard Justin Robinson on his way to the basket during the first half in a NCAA basketball at McCamish Pavilion on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, in Atlanta...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 09, 2019 Atlanta: Former Georgia Tech head football coach Paul Johnson is all smiles watching the basketball team play Virginia Tech during the second half in a NCAA basketball at McCamish Pavilion on Wednesday...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 09, 2019 Atlanta: Virginia Tech guard Ahmed Hill celebrates a 52-49 victory over Georgia Tech in a NCAA basketball at McCamish Pavilion on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Georgia Tech guard Michael Devoe is fouled by Virginia Tech guard Justin Robinson on his way to the basket during the first half in a NCAA basketball at McCamish Pavilion on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, in Atlanta...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 09, 2019 Atlanta: Georgia Tech forward James Banks III is fouled while battling for a rebound with Virginia Tech forward Kerry Blackshear Jr. during the first half in a NCAA basketball at McCamish Pavilion...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 09, 2019 Atlanta: Virginia Tech guard Ahmed Hill reacts to slamming for two points against Georgia Tech for a 52-49 victory during the second half in a NCAA basketball at McCamish Pavilion on Wednesday, Jan...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 09, 2019 Atlanta: Georgia Tech forward James Banks III defends against Virginia Tech guard Justin Robinson as he drives to the basket during the first half in a NCAA basketball at McCamish Pavilion on Wednesday...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 09, 2019 Atlanta: Virginia Tech guard Ahmed Hill reacts to slamming for two points against Georgia Tech for a 52-49 victory during the second half in a NCAA basketball at McCamish Pavilion on Wednesday, Jan...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 09, 2019 Atlanta: Georgia Tech head coach Josh Pastner calls a defense against Virginia Tech during the second half in a NCAA basketball at McCamish Pavilion on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, in Atlanta. Curtis...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 09, 2019 Atlanta: Georgia Tech forward James Banks III blocks a shot by Virginia Tech guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker during the second half in a NCAA basketball at McCamish Pavilion on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 09, 2019 Atlanta: Georgia Tech guards Brandon Alston (left) and Jose Alvarado react to just missing the upset by falling 52-49 to Virginia Tech in a NCAA basketball at McCamish Pavilion on Wednesday, Jan....ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 09, 2019 Atlanta: Georgia Tech guard Michael Devoe gets off a pass under pressure from Virginia Tech defenders during the second half in a NCAA basketball at McCamish Pavilion on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, in...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 09, 2019 Atlanta: Georgia Tech forward James Banks III (right) gets five from Abdoulaye Gueye in a 52-49 loss to Virginia Tech during the second half in a NCAA basketball at McCamish Pavilion on Wednesday,...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 09, 2019 Atlanta: Georgia Tech forward James Banks III (left) consoles Abdoulaye Gueye in a 52-49 loss to Virginia Tech during the second half in a NCAA basketball at McCamish Pavilion on Wednesday, Jan. 9...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 09, 2019 Atlanta: Georgia Tech forwards James Banks III (left) and Abdoulaye Gueye double team Virginia Tech forward Kerry Blackshear Jr. during the second half in a NCAA basketball at McCamish Pavilion on...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 09, 2019 Atlanta: Georgia Tech forward Abdoulaye Gueye turns the ball over to Virginia Tech on an inbounds in the final seconds of a 52-49 loss during the second half in a NCAA basketball at McCamish Pavilion...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 09, 2019 Atlanta: Georgia Tech forward Abdoulaye Gueye makes a three pointer as Virginia Tech guard Ahmed Hill reacts during the second half in a NCAA basketball at McCamish Pavilion on Wednesday, Jan. 9,...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 09, 2019 Atlanta: Virginia Tech head coach Buzz Williams calls an offensive set against Georgia Tech during the second half in a NCAA basketball at McCamish Pavilion on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, in Atlanta...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 09, 2019 Atlanta: Georgia Tech guard Brandon Alston looks to pass under a double team by Virginia Tech defenders during the second half in a NCAA basketball at McCamish Pavilion on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 09, 2019 Atlanta: Georgia Tech defenders Brandon Alston and James Banks III double team Virginia Tech forward Kerry Blackshear III during the second half in a NCAA basketball at McCamish Pavilion on Wednesday...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 09, 2019 Atlanta: Georgia Tech guard Michael Devoe goes up for two points past Virginia Tech guard Ahmed Hill during the first half in a NCAA basketball at McCamish Pavilion on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, in...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 09, 2019 Atlanta: Georgia Tech forward James Banks III passes over Virginia Tech defender Kerry Blackshear Jr. during the first half in a NCAA basketball at McCamish Pavilion on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, in...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 09, 2019 Atlanta: Georgia Tech guard Jose Alvarado reacts to scoring against Virginia Tech during the first half in a NCAA basketball at McCamish Pavilion on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, in Atlanta. Curtis...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 09, 2019 Atlanta: Georgia Tech guard Michael Devoe grabs a lose ball against Virginia Tech defenders during the first half in a NCAA basketball at McCamish Pavilion on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, in Atlanta....ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 09, 2019 Atlanta: Georgia Tech forward James Banks III grabs a rebound against Virginia Tech during the first half in a NCAA basketball at McCamish Pavilion on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, in Atlanta. Curtis...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

It's been nearly 25 years since the Hawks traded franchise great Dominique Wilkins to the Clippers. But Wilkins would later return to the franchise in a different capacity and is still beloved by fans and members...

Wilkins would eventually return to Atlanta and has become the face of the franchise - and his career ended nearly 20 years ago. (AJC file photo/Curtis Compton)

On February 24, 1994, the Hawks traded franchise-great Dominique Wilkins and a first-round draft pick to the L.A. Clippers for Danny Manning. (AJC file photo)

Danny Manning played just 26 games for the Hawks. He averaged 15.7 points per game and 6.5 rebounds.Jonathan Daniel

Dominique Wilkins reflects just before being traded to the Clippers. Wilkins finished the season with L.A., playing 25 games and averaging 29.1 points and 7.0 rebounds.W.A. Bridges

The Hawks were 36-16 and tied for the Central Division lead when the trade was made. They eventually won 57 games that season.LOUIE FAVORITE

Wilkins was averaging 24.4 points per game before the trade, Manning was scoring 23.7 points a game.Nick Arroyo

Manning was seven years younger than the 34-year-old Wilkins. Both Wilkins and Manning became unrestricted free agents after the season.Jonathan Newton

Wilkins was sixth in the NBA in scoring at the time of the trade. Manning was seventh.Rick Stewart

Wilkins was the Hawks’ leading scorer when the deal was made at the trade deadline.Renee Hannans

Dominique Wilkins lays up a shot for two of his 43 points in a game against the Indiana Pacers.Rich Addicks

Danny Manning led Kansas to the NCAA title in 1988 but was hampered by injuries as a pro.Getty Images

After his short stay in Atlanta, Manning signed with the Phoenix Suns as a free agent.Jonathan Daniel

Wilkins signed with the Celtics as a free agent in the offseason after his brief tenure with the Clippers.Jonathan Daniel

Boston's Dominique Wilkins chats with the Hawks' Mookie Blaylock on the court.PHILIP MCCOLLUM

Dominique Wilkins looked out of place wearing other uniforms, like the Clippers, Celtics, Spurs and Magic.Jed Jacobsohn

Dominique Wilkins remained a beloved figure in Atlanta and had has jersey raised to the rafters of Philips Arena at the end of his playing career. (AJC file photo)BRANT SANDERLIN

Wilkins was inducted into the basketball Hall of Fame in 2006. He averaged above 20 points per game for 11 consecutive seasons with the Hawks.STEPHAN SAVOIA

The Atlanta Hawks unveiled a large statue of Dominique Wilkins in 2015 at Philips Arena. Measuring 13½ feet in height, the granite statue was unveiled at a private luncheon and ceremony on the arena floor. (AJC...

Dominique Wilkins speaks after the unveiling of his statue in 2015. (AJC file photo)

The hardwood is covered with a digital tribute to Hawks all-time leading scorer Dominique Wilkins on "Dominique Wilkins Night" in March of 2015. (AJC file photo/Curtis Compton)

Clemson wins national championship: Freshman quarterback Trevor Lawrence was named the offensive player of the game with 347 yards and three touchdowns in Monday's 44-16 victory over Alabama in the College Football...

The Clemson Tigers celebrate their 44-16 win over the Alabama Crimson Tide in the CFP National Championship presented by AT&T at Levi's Stadium on January 7, 2019 in Santa Clara, California. (Christian Petersen/Getty...

Clemson wins national championship: Receiver Justyn Ross and quarterback Trevor Lawrence had big games for the Tigers as they rolled past Alabama Monday in the College Football Playoff National Championship. (Harry...

Clemson took a 7-0 lead as A.J. Terrell intercepted Alabama's Tua Tagovailoa and returned it 44 yards for a touchdown in the first quarter. (Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)

Trailing 7-0 early in the game, Alabama's Jerry Jeudy scored on a 62-yard pass from Tua Tagovailoa as the Crimson Tide pulled even at 7-7. (Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Clemson regained the lead at 14-7 in the first quarter as Travis Etienne scored on a 17-yard run with 10:35 remaining. (Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Travis Etienne celebrates with teammates after his touchdown. (Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Alabama's Hale Hentges celebrates after his 1-yard TD reception from Tua Tagovailoa with 6:23 remaining in the first quarter. The point-after attempt failed, so Clemson held a 14-13 lead. (Christian Petersen/Getty...

Alabama's Najee Harris dives for the endzone in the second quarter, but comes up short. The Crimson Tide would settle for a 25-yard field goal from Joseph Bulovas and take a 16-14 lead with 14:18 remaining before...

Alabama's Joseph Bulovas follows through on his 25-yard field goal. Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Travis Etienne celebrates after his 1-yard touchdown run in the second quarter. The touchdown, Etienne's second of the game, gave the Tigers a 21-16 lead with 11:38 remaining before halftime. (Christian Petersen/Getty...Christian Petersen

Travis Etienne's third touchdown of the night - a 5-yard catch from Trevor Lawrence - gave Clemson a 28-16 lead with 4:38 remaining in the second quarter. {Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)

Clemson led 31-16 at halftime. (Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

Clemson's Nyles Pinckney is congratulated by his teammates after stopping a fake field goal attempt by Alabama in the third quarter. (Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Clemson's Justyn Ross races downfield on his 74-yard TD catch in the third quarter. The extra point was missed, but the Tigers extended their lead to 37-16. (Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

Justyn Ross had a big game receiving for the Tigers. (Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

Clemson's Trevor Lawrence receives the hike during a third-quarter play. (Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)

Clemson's Tee Higgins celebrates with Justyn Ross after his 5-yard TD catch from Trevor Lawrence gave the Tigers a 44-16 lead in the final seconds of the third quarter. (Harry How/Getty Images)

Clemson's Clelin Ferrell celebrates with teammates after a defensive stop in the fourth quarter. (Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)

Battle for the championship: Clemson and Alabama met Monday in the College Football Playoff National Championship in Santa Clara, Calif. (Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

Alabama QB Tua Tagovailoa fumbles as he is sacked by Clemson's Trayvon Mullen in the first half. (Harry How/Getty Images)

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney looks on during first-half action. (Harry How/Getty Images)

Former Georgia high school player of the year Trevor Lawrence of the Clemson Tigers on the field prior to Monday's College Football Playoff championship game against Alabama. (Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Head coach Dabo Swinney of the Clemson Tigers talks with his team prior to the College Football Playoff National Championship against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Levi's Stadium on January 07, 2019 in Santa Clara...

Alabama head coach Nick Saban looks on prior to Monday's CFP championship game against Clemson. (Christian Petersen/Getty Images)Christian Petersen

Battle for the championship: Alabama's Hale Hentges celebrates after his first-quarter touchdown in Monday's College Football Playoff national championship game in Santa Clara, Calif. (Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

Championship Night: Singer Andy Grammer performs the national anthem as the American flag waves on the field prior to Monday's College Football Playoff championship game between the Clemson Tigers and the Alabama...

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young goes to the basket for two points over Miami Heat guard Tyler Johnson during the first half in a NBA basketball game at State Farm Arena on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2019, in Atlanta. The...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young drives against Miami Heat Dwyane Wade during the first half in a NBA basketball game at State Farm Arena on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2019, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Miami Heat guard Rodney McGruder blocks a shot by Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins during the first half in a NBA basketball game at State Farm Arena on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2019, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young struggles to maintain control while driving against Miami Heat Dwyane Wade during the first half in a NBA basketball game at State Farm Arena on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2019, in Atlanta....ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Miami Heat forward Derrick Jones Jr. slams for two over Atlanta Hawks defenders Jeremy Lin and Kevin Huerter during the first half in a NBA basketball game at State Farm Arena on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2019, in Atlanta...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young gets five from John Collins in the final minutes of a 106-82 victory over the Miami Heat in a NBA basketball game at State Farm Arena on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2019, in Atlanta. Curtis...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young and Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade exchange jerseys at the end of a NBA basketball game at State Farm Arena on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2019, in Atlanta. The Hawks beat the Heat 106-82. Curtis...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Hawks guard Vince Carter fouls Miami Heat forward Kelly Olynyk as he trys to drive to the basket during the second half in a NBA basketball game at State Farm Arena on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2019, in Atlanta....ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Hawks forward DeAndre  Bembry goes to the basket for two points past Miami Heat guard Josh Richardson during the first half in a NBA basketball game at State Farm Arena on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2019, in Atlanta...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Hawks forward DeAndre Bembry gets five from John Collins after scoring against the Miami Heat during the first half in a NBA basketball game at State Farm Arena on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2019, in Atlanta. ...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Hawks head coach Lloyd Pierce calls an offense against the Miami Heat during the first half in a NBA basketball game at State Farm Arena on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2019, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Hawks head coach Lloyd Pierce coaches up Daniel Hamilton against the Miami Heat during the first half in a NBA basketball game at State Farm Arena on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2019, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Georgia quarterback Jake Fromm and defensive back Tyrique McGhee walk off the field dejected falling 28-21 to Texas in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019, in New Orleans...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 01, 2019 New Orleans: Georgia defensive tackle Michael Barnett sits on the bench dejected in the final minutes of a 28-21 loss to Texas in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Tuesday, Jan...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 01, 2019 New Orleans: Georgia head coach Kirby Smart consoles defensive back Eric Stokes after falling 28-21 to Texas in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019, in New...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 01, 2019 New Orleans: Georgia quarterback Justin Fields walks off the field in what could be his final game with the Bulldogs after a 28-21 loss to Texas in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 01, 2019 New Orleans: Georgia head coach Kirby Smart consoles defensive back Eric Stokes after falling 28-21 to Texas in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019, in New...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

1/2/19 - New Orleans - Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Terry Godwin (5) waves to fans after the loss. Georgia was defeated by Texas, 28-21, in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

1/2/19 - New Orleans - Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Jake Fromm (11) and Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Riley Ridley (8) walk off the field after the loss. Georgia was defeated by Texas, 28-21, in the Allstate...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

1/1/19 - New Orleans - Texas players celebrate after recovering a Georgia fumble in the first half. Georgia plays Texas in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans on Jan. 1, 2019. BOB...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

1/2/19 - New Orleans - Georgia Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart works his way off of the field after the loss. Georgia was defeated by Texas, 28-21, in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Georgia defenders appear stunned after Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger scores his second touchdown of the game for a 17-0 lead during the second quarter in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Tuesday...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Georgia Bulldogs running back Brian Herrien celebrates scoring UGA's first touchdown on a short pass from quarterback Jake Fromm (11). Georgia plays Texas in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Eric Stokes (27) puts the stop on Texas Longhorns wide receiver Lil'Jordan Humphrey (84) to hold him short of the end zone. Texas Longhorns quarterback Sam Ehlinger (11) scored...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

1/1/19 - New Orleans - Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Jake Fromm (11) completes a short pass to Georgia Bulldogs running back Elijah Holyfield (13) who ran it in for Georgia's first TD. Georgia plays Texas in the...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Jan. 01, 2019 New Orleans: Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger breaks away from Georgia defender Adam Anderson for his second touchdown of the game and a 17-0 lead during the second quarter in the Allstate Sugar Bowl...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 01, 2019 New Orleans: Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger looks at Georgia defender J.R. Reed as he scores his second touchdown of the game for a 17-0 lead during the second quarter in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 01, 2019 New Orleans: Georgia tailback Brian Herrien gets past Texas defender B.J. Foster for a touchdown during the second quarter in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Tuesday, Jan. 1...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 01, 2019 New Orleans: Georgia tailback Brian Herrien gets past Texas defender B.J. Foster for a touchdown during the second quarter in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Tuesday, Jan. 1...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

1/1/19 - New Orleans - Texas Longhorns quarterback Sam Ehlinger (11) is able to evade the grasp of Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Azeez Ojulari (38) and and turned what would have been a loss into a first down. Georgia...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Jan. 01, 2019 New Orleans: Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger scores his first touchdown past Georgia linebacker Natrez Patrick for a 7-0 lead during the first quarter in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

1/2/19 - New Orleans - Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Jake Fromm (11) congratulates Texas players after the loss. Georgia was defeated by Texas, 28-21, in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Jan. 01, 2019 New Orleans: Georgia defensive tackle Michael Barnett sits on the bench dejected in the final minutes of a 28-21 loss to Texas in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Tuesday, Jan...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 01, 2019 New Orleans: Texas defenders swarm Georgia tailback D'Andre Swift tackling him for short yardage during the second half in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 01, 2019 New Orleans: Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger celebrates after his quarterback keeper on fourth down and one at the end of the third quarter to keep a scoring drive alive against Georgia in the Allstate...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

1/1/19 - New Orleans - Texas Longhorns wide receiver Collin Johnson (9) makes this catch for 1st down over the defense of Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Eric Stokes (27), which set up a touchdown in the second...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

1/1/19 - New Orleans - Texas Longhorns quarterback Sam Ehlinger (11) is able to escape defenders including Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Mark Webb (23) on 2nd and 15 in the fourth quarter. He was stopped short...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

1/1/19 - New Orleans - Texas Longhorns quarterback Sam Ehlinger (11) was stopped short of the goal line on 1st and goal in the fourth quarter. Georgia held for three downs before Ehlinger scored on a keeper. ...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

1/1/19 - New Orleans - Texas Longhorns quarterback Sam Ehlinger (11) was stopped short of the goal line on in the fourth quarter. Georgia held for three downs before Ehlinger scored on a keeper. Georgia was defeated...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

1/2/19 - New Orleans - Texas Longhorns defensive back Brandon Jones (19) successfully defends a pass to Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Jeremiah Holloman (9) in the fourth quarter. Georgia was defeated by Texas,...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

1/2/19 - New Orleans - Texas Longhorns defensive back Brandon Jones (19) successfully defends a pass to Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Jeremiah Holloman (9) in the fourth quarter. Georgia was defeated by Texas,...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Jan. 01, 2019 New Orleans: Georgia quarterback Jake Fromm is sacked by Texas defensive lineman Chris Nelson during the second half in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 01, 2019 New Orleans: Texas players signal the touchdown as quarterback Sam Ehlinger just gets into the endzone on fourth down for the touchdown and a 26-7 lead over Georgia during the fourth quarter in the...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 01, 2019 New Orleans: Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger is mobbed by teammates celebrating his second touchdown run of the game for a 17-0 lead over Georgia during the second quarter while Georgia defensive back...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

1/1/19 - New Orleans -Texas Longhorns defensive back B.J. Foster (25) was able to defend this pass to Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Jeremiah Holloman (9), which fell incomplete in the 3rd quarter. Georgia was...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

1/1/19 - New Orleans -Texas Longhorns defensive back B.J. Foster (25) was able to defend this pass to Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Jeremiah Holloman (9), which fell incomplete in the 3rd quarter. Georgia was...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

1/1/19 - New Orleans - Texas Longhorns defensive back P.J. Locke III (11) returns an interception of a Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Jake Fromm (11) pass in the third quarter. Georgia was defeated by Texas, 28-21...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

1/1/19 - New Orleans - Texas Longhorns defensive back P.J. Locke III (11) celebrates with teammates after an interception of a Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Jake Fromm (11) pass in the third quarter. Georgia was...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

1/1/19 - New Orleans - Texas Longhorns defensive back Davante Davis (18) breaks up a long pass intended for Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Jeremiah Holloman (9) during the first half. Georgia was defeated by...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

1/1/19 - New Orleans - Texas Longhorns defensive back Davante Davis (18) breaks up a long pass intended for Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Jeremiah Holloman (9) during the first half. Georgia was defeated by...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Jan. 01, 2019 New Orleans: Georgia tailback Elijah Holyfield is tackled by Texas defensive back Kris Boyd during the first half in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019, in...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 01, 2019 New Orleans: Georgia tailback Elijah Holyfield is tackled by Texas defensive back Kris Boyd during the first half in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019, in...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Jan. 01, 2019 New Orleans: Texas defenders bring down Georgia tailback Elijah Holyfield for short yardage during the first half in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019, in...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

1/1/19 - New Orleans - Texas Longhorns quarterback Sam Ehlinger (11) finds running room in the first half to score Texas' second touchdown. Georgia plays Texas in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

1/1/19 - New Orleans - Texas Longhorns quarterback Sam Ehlinger (11) celebrates in the first half after he scored Texas' second touchdown. Georgia plays Texas in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Jan. 01, 2019 New Orleans: Georgia quarterback Justin Fields watches from the sidelines during the first half against Texas in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019, in New...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton