CJ McCollum gave Atlanta scoring, composure and veteran decision-making when the Hawks needed stability this season.
Their playoff run still ended in the first round, but his value was clear in the moments they competed with New York.
Now his future is settled, with his agent confirming a major Hawks decision.
CJ McCollum accepts Hawks’ $21 million offer for one-year deal
Shams Charania reported that the 34-year-old has accepted Atlanta’s $21 million offer for a one-year deal.
The news came through McCollum’s agent, Sam Goldfeder of Excel Sports Management, who confirmed the decision to ESPN.
Charania also reported that the agreement includes a trade kicker, adding another significant detail to the guard’s short-term future.
McCollum averaged 18.7 points, 3.9 assists and shot 37.5% from three during the regular season, showing he can still space the floor and punish defensive gaps.
The Hawks eventually fell 4-2 to the champion Knicks in the first round of the playoffs.
However, the series was more competitive than the final result suggests. Atlanta won Games 2 and 3 by one point each before New York pulled away, both with outstanding displays from the veteran.
His shot-making and poise were important in keeping Atlanta alive during that early stretch against Mike Brown’s side.
