Hawks waive Ty Wallace

Coby White of the Chicago Bulls drives against Tyrone Wallace (8) of the Atlanta Hawks in the second half at State Farm Arena on November 06, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Credit: Kevin C. Cox

Credit: Kevin C. Cox

Coby White of the Chicago Bulls drives against Tyrone Wallace (8) of the Atlanta Hawks in the second half at State Farm Arena on November 06, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Heading into NBA trade season, the Hawks announced Saturday they have waived guard Ty Wallace, freeing up a roster spot.

The Hawks had claimed Wallace off waivers Oct. 23 but he struggled to get consistent playing time, averaging 2.9 points and 1.6 rebounds in 11.5 minutes, appearing in 14 games.