NBA Future Power Rankings: Three-year outlooks for all 30 teams

The new three‑year power rankings evaluate each franchise through the 2026‑27 season and beyond, using five key metrics. The Atlanta Hawks sit at a 46‑36 record, currently #6 in the Eastern Conference and ranked #13 in overall power, with a net rating of +2.4. Their recent form shows a one‑game losing streak and a 6‑4 record over the last ten games, positioning them in the middle of the outlook.

Recent roster moves have seen the Hawks waive guards Devin Carter and Lamont Butler as well as forward Keyshawn Bryant, signaling a potential reshaping of the roster ahead of the upcoming owners' meetings. Meanwhile, the league’s partnership with Nike introduces the new “Specter” uniforms for its oldest teams, and Zach Kram’s season preview tiers all 30 clubs, providing additional context for how the Hawks and other franchises may be evaluated in the coming years.