New York Knicks give up first-round pick to land Cam Reddish from Hawks

Atlanta Hawks' Cam Reddish (left) is defended by Los Angeles Clippers' Eric Bledsoe during first half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
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ATLANTA (AP) — The struggling Atlanta Hawks traded forward Cam Reddish to the New York Knicks for a protected 2022 first-round draft pick Thursday.

The Hawks also sent forward Solomon Hill and a 2025 second-round pick to the Knicks. Small forward Kevin Knox is heading to Atlanta.

The trade comes as the Hawks (17-23) have lost three consecutive games, and seven of their last nine. Wednesday night’s 115-91 loss to Miami was the Hawks’ ninth consecutive home loss. Atlanta has fallen to 12th in the Eastern Conference standings one year after advancing to the conference finals.

Reddish did not play against the Heat due to a right ankle sprain.

The Hawks, who visit Miami on Friday night, must regroup quickly if they are to return to the playoffs.

Coach Nate McMillan said the Hawks are not giving up on the season.

Reddish, the No. 10 overall pick in the 2019 draft, is averaging 11.9 points and 2.5 rebounds in 34 games, including seven starts, this season. Injuries have hurt his consistency and production, but he is regarded as a player with high potential thanks to his athleticism and defense.

At New York, Reddish will be reunited with former Duke teammate RJ Barrett.

The first-round pick sent to Atlanta was acquired by the Knicks from Charlotte.

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