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Hawks sign Donovan Williams to two-way contract

Guard Jarrett Culver drives to the basket against center Frank Kominsky during an open practice Sept. 28, 2022 at State Farm Arena. (Daniel Varnado/For the AJC)

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Guard Jarrett Culver drives to the basket against center Frank Kominsky during an open practice Sept. 28, 2022 at State Farm Arena. (Daniel Varnado/For the AJC)

By Lauren Williams

Jan 14, 2023

The Hawks signed Donovan Williams to a two-way contract on Saturday, according to a person familiar with the situation. Williams played in the G League for the Long Island Nets

To make room for Williams, the Hawks waived Jarrett Culver.

The roster move is seen as a developmental move in the organization. Williams, a 6-foot-6 guard, has averaged 15.6 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.4 assists in eight games, all starts. He last played collegiately for UNLV.

Culver appeared in 10 games for the Hawks. He averaged 4.4 points and 3.8 rebounds.

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