As the Hawks navigate a potential long-term absence from Trae Young, they’ll have to lean on defensive pressure to generate more offensive possessions.
The Atlanta Hawks exercised their third-year option on Zaccharie Risacher after a standout rookie season that included All-Rookie honors and multiple 30-point games.
Hawks' guard Trae Young will miss the first game of the NBA Cup against the Pacers on Friday night and will have an MRI on an injured knee by Thursday.
The Hawks' 3-point shooting was better against the Nets, foul trouble was still a problem and Trae Young sprained his knee and will likely miss several games.