The Atlanta Hawks released former lottery selection Devin Carter on Friday, leaving the team with 16 players—still one above the NBA’s regular‑season roster cap.
The Atlanta Hawks released former lottery pick Devin Carter on Friday, cutting the squad to 16 players.
With the NBA regular‑season roster limit set at 15, the team remains one player over the cap and must make an additional cut.
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Staying above the 15‑player limit forces the Hawks to continue trimming their roster, affecting salary‑cap flexibility and the availability of roster spots for incoming talent or two‑way contracts. The waiver of a former lottery selection also signals the front office’s assessment of Carter’s fit, while the pending cut could influence the team’s depth heading into the regular season and could shape their early‑season rotations.
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