Atlanta Hawks Suffer Losses in Israel Signing
The Atlanta Hawks' roster for the 2026-27 season is taking shape, but it's not all good news for the team. Last result: Atlanta Hawks 89-140 New York Knicks (2026-04-30). The team has lost two players to signings in Israel, with Keaton Wallace and Jacob Toppin both making the move to the Israeli Basketball Premier League.
What happened?
Keaton Wallace, a former two-way player for the Hawks, has signed with Maccabi Tel Aviv. Wallace was on a two-way deal with the Hawks in 2024-25, but he earned a full contract ahead of last season. He appeared in 53 games for the team last season, although for a total of just 536 minutes.
Jacob Toppin, another former two-way player for the Hawks, has signed with Hapoel Tel Aviv. Toppin didn't quite have the big summer league performance he was looking for in a return to live basketball for the first time in months after a labrum injury ended his 2025-26 season.
Why it matters for Atlanta Hawks
The losses of Wallace and Toppin will likely be felt by the Hawks, especially with the team's current form. Recent form (last 5): 0W-0D-5L (LLLLL, most recent first); lost the last 5. The team will need to find new players to fill the void left by these two signings.
What comes next?
The Hawks will need to regroup and find new players to fill the void left by Wallace and Toppin. The team's roster is still taking shape, and it's unclear who will be joining the team in the coming weeks and months. One thing is certain, however: the Hawks will need to be proactive in finding new players to compete in the 2026-27 season.
