NBA Rank 2026: 10 players to watch in next season's top 100

The upcoming NBA Rank list highlights ten players the league’s analysts believe could shape the 2027 season. Ben Golliver and Zach Kram have identified these prospects based on current performance trends and roster moves across the league.

For the Atlanta Hawks, a 46–36 record places them sixth in the Eastern Conference and thirteenth in the overall power rankings, with a net rating of +2.4. The team’s recent form—6‑4 in the last ten games but a one‑game losing streak—means any emerging talent could be pivotal. The loss of rookie forward Henri Veesaar to an ACL injury for the season removes a potential contributor from the Hawks’ developmental pipeline, while the waiver of center William Baker further reshapes their front‑court depth. As free‑agency grades are released, the Hawks’ offseason decisions will be closely watched to see how they position themselves for the next ranking cycle.